Our resident Sylist has ofter talked about 'Cost Per Wear' to work out just what is good value over the long term. More often than not, the seemingly more 'expensive' designer purchases work out to be far better value in the long term (especially if you can pick them up prisine and second-hand (pre-owned) for half the price!) with cheaper options just not getting the longevity out of the investment. All part of my argument for not buying poor quality clothing from now on and actually saving money in the long term - whilst looking the goods all along.
Great site that looks at this is:
They have a great section called "Fashion Math" where they evaluate the Cost per Wear of fashion and beauty items. The basic 'Math' is Cost divided by the estimated number of times worn
Fashion Math: Are $100 Rain Boots Worth The Splurge?
We’ll be the first to admit rain boots are not the sexiest shoes to wear. They’re big, bulky and hide all the results of those intense leg workouts you do at the gym everyday. But like them or not, waterproof rain boots serve a very practical purpose: keeping feet dry in nasty, wet conditions. Invest in a good pair whose soles have traction and they’ll help prevent falls, too. Hunter is pretty much the best you can get. The brand has been around since the 19th century and for good reason—their boots not only keep moisture out, but also last a really long time. We love them for the quality, but also for all the pretty colors they come in like purple, pink and silver. The original tall boot retails for $115, which wouldn’t be that bad if this were a shoe you could wear every day, but they make quite a splash.
Behold our Fashion Math equation:
According to the MyForecast.com Almanac, states in the Northeast get around 10 days of precipitation each month. Wear these rain boots every time it rains or snow for one year-that’s about 120 times-and you’ll be paying less than one dollar every time you pull them on. That’s cheaper than a lotto ticket, and you’re guaranteed to get something every time-dry feet!
Just so happens we have a fab pair of designer rain boots for sale right now on Miss Money Penny. At only $80 this equation makes our Kors by Michael Kors "Splash" rainboots (US10) magnificent value - especially if you live in Melbourne or Queensland!
Fashion Math: Are “Basic” Black Pumps Worth A Few Benjamins?
Black pumps are an office mainstay, but not what most would call groundbreaking fashion. But these Cole Haan Genevieve Air Pumps have a secret: hidden under the subtly woven calfskin exterior is an uber-comfortable interior made with Nike Air technology that makes the 3-inch heelsway more cushy than any average pair you’ll find. So, are these far-from-basic black pumps worth nearly $200? Let’s do the Fashion Math:
If you wear these shoes just twice a week for a year, they’ll cost you less than a Starbucks coffee for each use. And you’ll brandish your financial smarts to all your coworkers while looking chic doing it. Do the 'math' on some on these bargains available on Miss Money Penny now;
1. Urban Soul Metallic Pumps 7 - $50
2.Joanne Mercer cherry leather pump heels 38 - $29.00
3.Steve Madden Joanie Style Heels - $50.00
4.Zoe Wittner Design Priscilla Pumps -$50.00
FASHION 'MATH' FOR JEANS
If you’ve ever worn a pair of 7 for All Mankind jeans, you’ll know why we’re obsessed with them. No matter what your body type, it seems like these jeans were cut especially for you. These 7 for All Mankind bootcut jeans are $155, so you could also probably afford to buy 3 or more pair of cheaper jeans that fit just okay. Don’t settle, though. Here’s how to work this one out, Fashion Math style:
If you wear them every Saturday while running errands, or out on the town, you’ll have only paid about $3 each time you wore them. And that’s only once a week–wear these jeans to parties every few months, and you’ll break even in no time.
Just so happens we have some fabulous jeans to fir this bill including;
7 for all Mankind Navy denim bootcut low-rise jeans 27
$180.00
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so if that's not justification enough to invest in quality well made designer fashion, i don't know what is. Not only that, you can get pre-owned, never worn samples here on miss money penny for less than half the price!
Happy 'investing'! and keep your eye on www. for more cost per wear Fashion math!
MMP
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