A Coach handbag can be quite a useful item for a young woman to carry. Most of these handbags are of quite a large size. That makes them convenient for the amount of items they can help a person carry. In addition, they are quite well known for their sleek and attractive appearance. In fact, a Coach handbag is a coveted and sought after item for many young women.One of the Coach Handbag styles that has grown in popularity is the Hobo style. The Hobo bag is an large bag of simple design with a strap long enough to allow shoulder carry if desired. Of course many women prefer the a more traditional clutch type handbag that is available in a range of styles and colors. Others prefer the type of bag called the tote bag, an especially extra large bag that can even be used by students to carry books. The swing style, pouch style and others round out the Couch handbag line.Couch Makes Other ProductsThe Couch Company makes many other accessories. Wallets, checkbook covers, camera bags, the French purse, the mini wallet, the card case, and key cases all carry the Coach brand name and are assured of being of the same high quality standards as the world famous Coach handbag.In the United States a handbag is also called a purse, while in the United Kingdom a purse more often refers to a smaller device used primary to carry money. A handbag in both countries is usually large enough to carry a woman’s wallet, keys, lipstick, checkbook and various items that women tend to carry around with them on a regular basis.The Coach handbag is a name that has come to symbolize quality, and most women enjoy ownership of these handbags. If you are thinking of an appropriate gift for a woman you know, then consider a Coach handbag as a gift that says you care, and that she will use and appreciate. You can find them at most finer department stores.
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Frugally Stylish and FabuLESS
“Elegance is not measured by the type of clothes, but by the attitude when it’s worn.” – Anna SantosCLOTHING – second to the most important basic human need (as food being the first). Having said as a basic need, it means everyone must have it for protection of the bare human skin. The types of clothing needed differ from one culture to another, mainly due to religious practices, changing weather, varying seasons, etc. Similarly, fashion has contributed a big role in influencing the evolutionary changes in the clothing demands – be it either a “want” or a “need.” And because we are in the technologically inclined era, everyone is extremely exposed to all sorts of stores (online and offline), latest fashion, and great deals that make “staying away” from them extremely difficult.Self-discipline comes to play the biggest role in every decision to define between “wants” and “needs.”I believe that being fashionable does not need to be expensive. Here are my basic tips to be frugal, yet stylish and fabuLESS:
End-of-season purchase. Stores wish to minimize piles of unsold stocks, so they almost would give their items away by selling them from 50 to 80% off. YES! This much – better than paying huge storage fees. When planning to buy something that you’ll need in the future, e.g., winter jackets or even summer clothes, buy when the season is almost over to catch the very best deals. Select bigger sizes for kids because they grow fast.
Buy clothes that don’t need much or no ironing at all. As we know, ironing the clothes weakens the fabric. Also, it saves you money on electric bills from not needing to press all the time.
Pick neutral colours. This will enable you to mix and match with other pieces and accessories that you already have.
To hand- or machine-wash. Separate which clothes need hand- or machine-washing. By doing this, the durability and lifespan of the textile can be prolonged. Also, observe colour segregation when washing.
Avoid bleaching. Bleaching is proven to weaken the fabric. It will also ruin its original colour.
Minimize using a machine dryer. Clothes tend to stretch or narrow when using a machine dryer. It is still best to sun- or air-dry when possible. Color and texture are also maintained.
Fold immediately. Either machine- or sun-dryed, make an effort to fold washed clothes immediately to prevent from crumpling too much so ironing is less necessary. This is most applicable to jeans and other tops, but some clothes still need to be ironed though!
Recycle. Create another item out of the unwanted old clothing. Old tops can be sewn into bed covers, pillow cases, bags, coin purse, etc. Faded old pants can be converted into shorts.
Hand-me-down items. This is one of the most common economical ways to save on clothing, shoes, jackets, etc. When planning to have more than one child, preserve the clothes appropriately for the next. Though colour may be a concern for the baby’s gender, it’s safer to purchase unisex items.
Donate. Let the less fortunate enjoy too. But make sure to give away stuff that are still in good shape, something wearable. Nothing can beat the joy of sharing.
Buy adjustable items. Unless you are sure that your body size will not change, consider buying clothes one size up. It’s easier to adjust and repair bigger sizes when needed.
Accessorize. This is the best strategy to diversify new look and style by adding scarves, belts, blazers, jewelries, etc. It also gives you the benefit of not getting noticed wearing old and almost the same clothes.
Sell old stuff. When closet tends to run out of space, check for items that need to be parted with or given away. Thrift stores are one of the best avenues to sell old clothes and accessories to generate money. Even at lower costs, monetizing from dust-generating items is better than stuck.
Sew your own. If you have the skills, consider to sew your own, either by hand or machine.
Custom-made. If unable to make your own, it is still way cheaper to have a special dress custom-made than a ready-to-wear. You can also have the benefit of its perfect fit and the style and colour that you want.
Rent. Though some others say that an important occasion only happens once, but it is worth renting a dress, gown, or a suite for a special occasion than buying because you never know when to wear it again or worst, it will be hanging in the closet forever.
Bulk-buying. This applies to the items that need frequent use like kids’ school shirts, shorts, socks, etc.
Check care instructions. Every item has a “care instruction” tag attached. Make sure to read it prior to washing and ironing.
Hang or fold clothes properly. Hanging or folding makes you look at your clothes nice to the eye. It gives you an easier scanning to plan ahead for the next day or occasion. It is also good for hygienic purposes.
Maintain cleanliness of storage/closet. Making the closet properly arranged and cleaned will prevent any insects from invading; thus, preserving the clean and fresh scent of the clothes.
Get what you’ve paid for. Some think that items like shoes are better bought cheap based on the price and not the quality. Since shoes are one of the most used items, it is smarter to pay a little bit more so that the quality is not compromised. Most cheap items turn out to be short-lived.
To summarize, it is still vital to impose the right attitude. Exercise L-E-S-S.L – Love what you have.E – Enjoy what you have.S – Simplify what you have.S – Share what you have.See you at my next blogs… Happy Saving!