We discuss one of our most basic needs and how to spend and save smartly on our clothing. Beyond the purchase of clothing, the Frugal Friends also explore proper care, and maintenance to increase the longevity of our clothing.

Notable Notes:

Penny Hoarder Article
The article shares 20 ways to save money on clothes. Tips include saving, spending intentionally, and even preserving and properly washing clothing.

Thrift stores - YES!
Hang dry clothing - Frugal Friends call this a 'two birds, one stone' situation; preserve clothes, AND save on utility costs
Compartments in the washing machine explained HERE
Dry Clean at home 
DIY Dry CleaningWhat Jen and Jill have to say
Money Talks Article
Angela Colley shares 23 money saving tips on clothing. In a culture where the average American spends $1,800 a year on clothing, the Frugal Friends agree; we can do better!

Buy out of season 
Skip expensive workout clothes
Organize a clothing swap with friends - another 'two birds, one stone' scenario; hanging out with friends AND getting 'new to you' clothing!What Jen and Jill have to sayWhat the internet has to say

Jen - buying quality, buying out of season, referral programs
Jill - thrift stores, mending, and swappingHow Jen and Jill save money on clothes

underwear (the line has to be drawn somewhere!)
staple shoes (i.e. boots, quality sandals)
coats (out of season is still best!)What Jen and Jill WILL spend money on

Thanks Lisa! The Frugal Friends think 'Bill' the dog sounds like a real gem!BILL OF THE WEEK 
Wrap Up
Challenge yourself to not spend money on clothes
Clothing swap with friends
If you have kids, clothes swap with other parents
Utilize referral programs - ThredUp & Schoola

<p>We discuss one of our most basic needs and how to spend and save smartly on our clothing. Beyond the purchase of clothing, the Frugal Friends also explore proper care, and maintenance to increase the longevity of our clothing.</p><p>Notable Notes:</p><ul><li><ul><li><a href='https://www.thepennyhoarder.com/smart-money/20-ways-to-save-money-on-clothes/'>Penny Hoarder Article</a><ul><li>The article shares 20 ways to save money on clothes. Tips include saving, spending intentionally, and even preserving and properly washing clothing.</li><li><ul><li>Thrift stores - YES!</li><li>Hang dry clothing - Frugal Friends call this a &apos;two birds, one stone&apos; situation; preserve clothes, AND save on utility costs</li><li>Compartments in the washing machine explained <a href='http://www.samsung.com/uk/support/home-appliances/how-do-i-use-the-detergent-drawer-compartments-in-my-washing-machine/'>HERE</a></li><li>Dry Clean at home <ul><li><a href='https://www.popsugar.com/smart-living/How-Dry-Clean-Home-35531196'>DIY Dry Cleaning</a></li></ul></li></ul>What Jen and Jill have to say</li></ul></li><li><a href='https://www.moneytalksnews.com/23-tips-for-saving-money-clothing/'>Money Talks Article</a><ul><li>Angela Colley shares 23 money saving tips on clothing. In a culture where the average American spends $1,800 a year on clothing, the Frugal Friends agree; we can do better!</li><li><ul><li>Buy out of season </li><li>Skip expensive workout clothes</li><li>Organize a clothing swap with friends - another &apos;two birds, one stone&apos; scenario; hanging out with friends AND getting &apos;new to you&apos; clothing!</li></ul>What Jen and Jill have to say</li></ul></li></ul>What the internet has to say</li><li><ul><li>Jen - buying quality, buying out of season, referral programs</li><li>Jill - thrift stores, mending, and swapping</li></ul>How Jen and Jill save money on clothes</li><li><ul><li>underwear (the line has to be drawn somewhere!)</li><li>staple shoes (i.e. boots, quality sandals)</li><li>coats (out of season is still best!)</li></ul>What Jen and Jill WILL spend money on</li><li><ul><li>Thanks Lisa! The Frugal Friends think &apos;Bill&apos; the dog sounds like a real gem!</li></ul>BILL OF THE WEEK </li><li>Wrap Up<ul><li>Challenge yourself to not spend money on clothes</li><li>Clothing swap with friends</li><li>If you have kids, clothes swap with other parents</li><li>Utilize referral programs - <a href='https://www.thredup.com/'>ThredUp</a> &amp; <a href='https://www.schoola.com/stitch/shop/women'>Schoola</a></li></ul></li></ul>

Controlling your spending is hard to do. On every episode of Frugal Friends, we'll try to help you gain a little more control on one aspect of the countless directions your money is being pulled toward through frugality and a few laughs. If you're trying to save money, spend less, adopt minimalism, pay off debt or reach financial independence, we think you'll like the show.

Frugal Friends Podcast

How to Spend Less on Clothing 

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