How to create a whole new wardrobe on a dime

PHOENIX - The season is changing and so is fashion. But this doesn’t mean it’s time to spend cash shopping for new clothes.

Latonya Adkins, owner of HourGlass Apparel , says you can take advantage of the clothes you already have in your closet.

THREE THINGS WOMEN SHOULD HAVE

According to Adkins, your closet should have:

1. A blazer - choose a well made blazer that looks great with a pair of jeans, slacks and the little black dress
2. Little black dress or wrap dress - this dress is appropriate, versatile and can be worn for any number of events.
3. Accessories (fashion belts, scarves, jewelry and purses)

FASHION TIPS, NO MATTER WHAT SEASON

• Separate your clothes by categories (darks and lights, by lengths, or pants, shirts and dresses)
• Do not put your spring and summer clothes away. Pair them with blazers, tops, skirts and accessories.
• Educate yourself by watching fashion shows on television, pick up a style magazine, or Google the "NOW" fashion trend.

TIME FOR A CLOSET MAKEOVER

• You can determine what pieces you can use to enhance your fashion style by what is in fashion magazines and on television. You will come up with fabulous outfits from your closet without spending a dime.
• Know what you have in your closet. It will help a lot when building a wardrobe. Make sure to organize your closet first so garments are not forgotten. You probably need to discard some pieces that you have not worn in years. Make sure they still fit.
• After organizing everything figure out what accessories (belts, scarves, purses, jewelry, etc.) go best with each outfit.

These simple tips will help make what you have go a long way, while keeping you stylish and keeping your wallet full.

HourGlass Apparel by Latonya Adkins
www.hourglassapparel.net