3 Clothing Items Even Frugal People Replace Regularly
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Do you own about 100 clothing items? If so, you sound like the average American. And the average American spends about $160 a month on clothes, according to an estimate by Finmasters, often tossing old items as they buy new pieces. Â
Even if you’re a more frugal person who likes to save money by getting maximum use out of your clothes, there still are some items you should replace regularly. Keep reading to learn which ones, plus tips for keeping your budget in check when you shop.
Underwear and Socks
This is going to come as no surprise — but it’s a good idea to regularly buy new underwear and socks. These are clothing items that sit all day under other pieces of your wardrobe and touch sensitive areas, and you probably launder them more often as a result.Â
Consider replacing these clothing items every six to 12 months, Sweet Softies advised. Since that’s more often than just about anything else in your wardrobe, you can save money by looking for deals around the holidays and shopping clearance sections.
Tops
Maybe you long to slip into that favorite t-shirt as soon as the workday is done. T-shirts and other tops are other good clothing items to replace regularly. They tend to show signs of aging rather quickly because of how often they’re worn and washed, Sweet Softies noted.
Unlike other clothing items, t-shirts and tops can be pretty inexpensive — especially if you look for deals. It’s always good to look for quality material that seems durable and feels comfortable to wear.
Shoes
If you consider yourself a frugal shopper, chances are good that you have a limited shoe and footwear collection. However, this is another area of the wardrobe that’s good to refresh more often.
While your favorite pair of jeans may last for years, that’s probably not the case for your favorite pair of shoes. In fact, if you regularly exercise in sneakers, you may want to replace them every six to 12 months. It’s not only about comfort and style — shoes that you use for support during workouts can lose their durability and potentially put you at risk for injuries.
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