What are the best money-saving shopping tips, should you sign up to newsletters and can you haggle in shops?
Everyone loves a bargain
BUYING clothes can be expensive, there's no doubt about it.
But by following these simple money-saving tips, you can find great ways to treat yourself without going broke.
Can you save money by signing up to newsletters?
By opting into company newsletters you will be sent regular offers.
Next time you see an e-mail come through from a store you love, don’t delete it before you've checked if it has any benefit for you.
But remember, just because that leopard print onesie has 20% off you don't necessarily have to buy it.
Even if you really want to...
Is it a good idea to contact a retailer via social media?
This is a great way to save money.
By simply messaging a company via Facebook or Twitter you could receive a discount.
Often these teams have a number of deals to give out that people simply do not know about.
Social media gives you easy access into a company, so use it.
What is the hack about abandoning your shopping cart?
If you are in no rush to complete your online clothes order, pop your items into a cart and leave it for a couple of days.
Why? You might be sent a money off coupon.
Shops are desperate to entice you back, after all.
Does writing a letter of complaint work?
You might not like the thought of it, but companies will go above and beyond to ensure they do not gain a bad reputation.
This means if you complain, more often than not you'll receive compensation.
Take advantage of this by writing them a letter, tweeting them or messaging them on Facebook - but only if you have a genuine complaint, of course!
Can you save money by haggling?
Shops may be a lot more willing to offer deals via haggling than they let on.
If you don’t ask, the answer will always be no.
If you listen to what the employee is saying they may even hint at discounts you could be in line for - so perk up those ears.
more money saving tips
Is impulse buying really that bad?
Always think carefully before buying something; impulse purchases are an evil that can really scrape away at your wallet.
We have all experienced the feeling of having to have that jumper when really we have plenty others just like it at home.
If you regret not buying it the next day, you know it was a purchase you were meant to make.
Who should you go shopping with?
Shopaholics may be fun to hang out with, but you will be much better off in the company of someone who is on a similar wavelength.
They're more like to be rational, rather than making you think you desperately need those sequinned leggings.
Which you don't!