Cheap clothes: what to save and what to spend

The camel coat

The camel coat is worth occupying a privileged place in your wardrobe. Gone is the idea that it is the coat you need from the age of 40 and it has earned its place for its style and elegance in the outfits of influencers such as Gigi Hadid.

Low cost version

If you decide on an economical version of this garment, you will see that since they have to save on the amount of fabric used to make it, the garment does not cross enough or the lapels are too narrow, which does not feel as good as we might expect . In addition, the lack of quality of the fabric will cause the simple rubbing of the bag or arms against the sides to make the coat appear unsightly.

Deluxe version

Although at first glance its price pulls us back, if we take into account how good the garment feels, the warmth and lightness of the fabric and how much you can use it, you realize that it is an investment from which you will get a return. A coat like this, in top quality wool, can last flawlessly for more than 15 years.

The verdict: invest

If you take an average of the price of the coat and divide it by the days of its useful life, you will realize that it is slightly cheaper to invest in the good quality one, so in the end it is worth it. We advise you to opt for a simple cut, because you are more likely not to get tired of it.

The military parka with a fur hood

It was the invasion of winter. Celebrities like Sienna Miller have not hesitated to sign up for this warm and warm garment. But who knows if the next one will still be a hit?

Low cost version

This Mango parka meets the two requirements of the season: khaki green and a fur-lined hood. We love the color pink, which adds a fun touch to the jacket.

Deluxe version

The firm Mr. & Mrs. Italy, which mixes color-dyed premium leathers with street style designs, is to blame for long, colorful hair hoods taking the world by storm. Their jackets are beautiful, but the prices are prohibitive for the vast majority.

Verdict: save

Although the Mr. & Mrs. Italy is beautiful, it has become so fashionable and has been imitated so much that it is impossible not to get tired of wearing it before being able to amortize it. So you better choose the low cost version, which will give you the same service.

The black bag

Black is the easiest tone to combine, so a bag of this color will be carried most of the year without any problem. The Karlie Kloss model combines a classic cut with pieces as informal as ripped jeans and hiking boots with very good results, which confirms its versatility to wear it with everything.

Low cost version

Although the color black is a tone that hides quite well that a piece is cheap, bags are accessories that we use a lot, we put weight inside them and they suffer continuous friction, so they immediately deform or in the case of synthetic leather peel off, exposing the textile background of the material, with a very unsightly result that ruins any look.

Deluxe version

This Givenchy bag, in addition to having a sober and elegant design, is made of high-quality leather with reinforced finishes. This makes it a timeless and long-lasting piece.

Verdict: invest

For us there is no doubt, a good quality bag is essential to give cachet to your outfits. If you take into account that it is a piece that due to its color and shape is almost impossible to go out of style, you will end up wearing it so many times that in the end the cost per day of useful life is very affordable.

The black room

This shoe is the perfect wildcard to add femininity and elegance to any garment, from a flared skirt like the one worn by Katie Holmes, to ripped jeans. So whatever your style, include them in your wardrobe.

Low cost version

This Bershka lounge has a very sophisticated line, but being a shoe with a high heel and a pointed toe, it would need to be made with a soft leather that would give it more adaptability than the synthetic material with which it is manufactured.

Deluxe version

This Christian Louboutin salon is a true marvel in terms of design and the high that you get wearing something like this. If you add to this the top quality leather with which it is made, you will find a shoe that will allow you to look elegant on any occasion.

Verdict: invest

Footwear is one of the pieces in which we do not have to skimp on our budget, especially if we know that we are going to wear it for a long time. That is why we encourage you to invest in a shoe made with good leather and with a comfortable last.

The silver sandals

The sandals with thin straps and high heels are perfect to lengthen our legs and stylize the figure. The model Gigi Hadid wears silver-colored ones that look great on her, although the very thin straps and the vertigo heels make us think that she won't be able to keep the guy on top of them long after stepping on the red carpet for a few minutes.

Low cost version

At H&M we have found these beautiful sandals with a slightly more sensible heel and decorative ruffles, with which we ensure greater support and comfort without losing that bare foot line that we like so much.

Deluxe version

Who does not dream of having divine shoes from a luxury brand? Sophia Webster, one of the favorite brands of celebrities, has some wonderful sandals, like these silver heels and flowers with crystals, that do wonders by stylizing your silhouette, as long as you are able to balance on them.

Verdict: save

Although we fall in love with sandals of the subtlety and quality of these Sophia Webster, we have to be aware that we can only wear them on very special occasions, since it is not a practical footwear, and its profitability is zero. The sensible purchase in this case is that of H&M, since with the little use that we are going to give them they will not deteriorate so easily and they will serve us for a few events.

The military jacket

Military inspiration has been the great winner this season, and an influencer like Olivia Palermo has not been able to resist this trend either. We have fallen in love with her jacket, which combines chevrons with the originality of the cape cut.

Low cost version

This Zara jacket has a softer military air, with some discreet buttons, which makes it more versatile when combining it. And it has a wide cut that allows us to hide a few extra pounds.

Deluxe version

We have to admit that the cut of this jacket is wonderful and the drape of the fabric is impeccable; but on the other hand, its price is quite high. And although now it seems ideal to wear martial-style jackets with large gold buttons, we may soon get tired of it.

Verdict: save

Although we love the Veronica Bread jacket, it is a very important expense that we cannot consider a amortizable investment. It is true that the military style returns cyclically, but it is also possible that the next time it returns it will do so with other types of patterns or lines. So better stay with the low cost version of Zara.

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When our purchasing power is not very high, we have to adapt to a budget that does not allow us to always wear brand names and with pieces of the highest quality, but that does not mean that from time to time we cannot invest in a fashion piece because times worth it.

What is worth investing in and what is not?

We have made a calculation of what a piece really costs us by dividing the cost of the garment by the number of times we will wear it , taking into account its quality, occasions of use and its temporality.

We have been surprised to find that there are pieces of very high initial cost that, as they will last us in perfect condition for a long time and will not go out of style, we can wear them on many different occasions. And they give us a lower cost per use than much cheaper parts from the start. So why not wear designer pieces with an impeccable cut and a wonderful fabric if they are better priced in the long run?

Camel coat. It's a timeless classic so as the camel coat will always be in style, its lifespan is quite long in that regard. An expensive, signature coat that will last perfectly over the years is worth it.
Parka . Those that include a hood with colored fur are worn . Although now they are the most, it is likely that you will end up getting tired of wearing it sooner than you think, so it is better to opt for the low cost version.
Ballroom shoes . A good black shoe can last for many years and also, if you wear them often, it pays you more to invest in a brand name. You will be more comfortable and it will give you a tremendous high every time you put them on.
Black bag . You will be wearing it almost daily for a long time so save a little for a quality model that will never go out of style.
Silver sandals . You are going to wear them only on special occasions so it is not worth investing in luxury ones no matter how beautiful they are.
Military jacket . They are very fashionable this year but they are not a sensible investment unless you get rid of the price.