I have a confession to make. I am a girl who wears designer jeans. No, not just one pair. At the moment, I own 9 pairs.
When I was a girl in debt it was because I thought there was only one way to shop. With a credit card in my hand at a boutique.
Now, I am older and wiser and frugal-er. One pair of my jeans was $10.26 on ebay. Another pair was $17 on ebay. Two of them were $5 at Goodwill. I never used to consider alternative ways to indulge my love of fashion, but now I do.
My frugal life has taught me a lot of ways to save where I never considered it before. Frugal gets criticism because it often makes people feel like it means they have to live without things that they love. In a way, it does, because you can’t have everything all the time. But you can compromise, set priorities and keep things (frivolous as they may be) in your life that make you happy. So I have a stash of designer jeans and love lattes. I don’t have cable tv, car payments, and I regularly save for tomorrow. For me, it’s all about balance to find ways to live in and enjoy today while still being responsible for tomorrow. And wearing designer jeans while I do it.
I’ve always wanted a pair, but those ones I find on clearance for a few buck always end up in my closet. I’ve never seen anything like that around here at Goodwill (probably because there aren’t any places that sell them).
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I’m a little anxious about buying jeans online. Do you buy jeans that you already know fit you well? This is my biggest problem, I think: that jeans are all different sizes, and I don’t know what would fit me. How do you manage?
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I hate shopping for jeans! It’s always so frustrating. I found a pair of Calvin Klein’s over the weekend that fit well, so I bought them. I lucked out that they were half off, and that I also had a gift card. But ya know what? Sometimes, it’s worth it to pay full price on a good pair of jeans!
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We buy almost all used clothes, but never give up designer tags. It’s all part of being debt free and reclaiming a simple life isn’t it? Love your blog!
Sis
http://www.reclaimsimplicity.com
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An easy way to buy jeans on ebay is to know your actual measurements and buy according to that instead of by size. It also helps if you have a store you can try them on to know what style, cut, color you want before buying online.
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oh, i have had the same 3 pair of jeans for about 5 years. I never dry them only hang dry which has made them last so long.
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You have the GREATEST blog!!! Its amazing how I come across people who look down on frugality. But to me, its a lifestyle that I love
There is no greater high than getting an amazing deal! BTW, I love my big black sunglasses and designer jeans too!!
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=) This totally makes me smile! You could have bought jeans from us on Ebay (one of several things we sell there)! And when my hubby brings home some of my favorite designer jeans in MY SIZE I just love him! I haven’t bought a brand new pair of jeans in many years! You just gotta keep your eyes open! Your blog inspires me!
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Thanks for this tip! I’ve never thought (don’t really know why) about buying jeans on ebay! I’ll have to check it out. Have a great weekend.
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Every single pair of my designer jeans is from Goodwill or the local thrift shop! You can’t beat $4.99 for a pair of Sevens. Just last week I found a pair for myself and my best friend!
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I just came across this post in my Reader. I’m not sure how I missed it. I love this. I think you’re right on with the balance of frugality. It doesn’t mean you have to wear ugly, outdated things and miss out on the things you love. It’s just about being creative and setting priorities. Thanks so much for sharing
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i just stumbled upon this post and i totally agree that it’s all about balance. i’m frugal at heart, but i too wear designer jeans (as a 6′ tall lady, i find it much easier to find long and extra long inseams in designer brands)
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