It is being reported on the news that the UK is already in recession and that the economic outlook for 2009 is pretty grim. Sorry to put a downer on everyones day. I don’t usually like to be the bearer of bad news as the news programs fulfil this role exceptionally well. But I believe now is the time to take action to ensure that your wardrobe is adequately equipped to weather a recession and keep you looking stylish no matter what the state of the economy. Do you want to know how?

It is all about  buying key basics that are timeless or at least are likely to be wearable for the next year or so. These can then be dressed up and brought up to date using cost effective accessories. When looking for key basics quality, cut and fit are the key. Look for good quality materials and clothes that will wash well and stay looking good. Don’t forget to look after your clothes. Protect cashmere from moths using cedar wood balls and remove any stains from your clothes as soon as possible to prevent them becoming permanent. By buying a style of clothes that really suits you, you will be unlikely to get bored or fed up with your clothes. A well cut piece of clothing is timeless, you will want to wear it year after year. Use scarves, belts, jewellery and handbags to accessorise the basics creating a different look each day.

To recession proof your wardrobe, it is important to take action now. Carefully consider all purchases that you make. Is it something that you are likely to wear again next year. Is the fit exactly right and do the color and style fit you. Are you getting best value for money, compare similar items to find the best price.

A classic pair of black trousers for the evening will always be an assest to your wardrobe. I love these Tuxedo Trousers.

I posted last week about ’staying in is the new going out’, mainly as a result of the economical climate that they call ’stagflation’. As cost of living rises so does our desposable cash to spend on new clothes. What are we to do? Are we destined to live in a style vaccum for the next few month (or years) until the economy picks up and inflation slows down?

Well you will be pleased to hear that the the answer is “no”. After all style is not about how much you spend on clothes. As stated by the late great Christian Dior “It’s not money that makes you well dressed, its understanding” and so we can all breath a sight of relief, we can still be well dressed without racking up loads of debt.

In fact quite often those who have spent less on their clothes look more stylish than those who have spent more. Perhaps this is because, the more money someone has the  less time they spend thinking about each purchase. For those with not much to spare, each item of clothing that they own will have been carefully considered and chosen to suit the owners shape, colouring and personality.

Perhaps this is something to consider next time you are eyeing up that designer dress in the shop window.

Next time  you are suffering from the effects  of Stagflation try buying something amazing at an amazing price, like these Miss Sixty Eden Jeans (It will cheer both you and your bank manager up)