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So you have the taste for the finer things in life, but you don"t have a salary that satisfies? Read on for some savvy tips that will make you look metropolitan, cosmopolitan, or just like you just have all of your clothes sent to you from trend-setting cities at the command of your credit card!

Keep It Simple
The first trick to fool people into thinking you have money to burn is to keep your wardrobe simple. Garments that are of one, solid color (or two shades of the same color) automatically look richer than clothing with stripes or patterns. Patterns can make fabric look cheap, especially if it doesn"t match up at the seams. Also, stay away from garish colors (bright yellows, greens, and turquoises come to mind), which can look wonderful when new but that will quickly turn drab after one or two washings.

Neutral colors are a good way to go when building a sleek, stylish, fashionable-yet-inexpensive wardrobe. All purpose black, when kept free of lint, looks great paired with like blacks. Rich browns, warm creams, suave greys, fantastic blues, and most shades of pinks are unlikely to lose their power to impress.

Garment Versatility
When shopping for clothing, look for garments in the above colors that will correspond with other pieces already in your wardrobe. Build a supply of shirts, skirts, and slacks that can mix-and-match—then look for a cardigan that can complete the outfit. Having a black sweater, a white sweater, and a grey sweater will give you so many more outfits than wearing a top and skirt alone. Not only that, but layers will always give you a more sophisticated look—they demonstrate your ability to construct more complex outfits (and show off that you can afford to do so!).

Classic garments are the key to building a wardrobe that won't be full of fading fashions. Flat front slacks with straight legs, skirts in simple cuts and basic colors, crew-neck sweaters, basic tanks, and sweater jackets or cardigans will never go out of style. They are integral to the next stage, which will take you in-step with the times and make sure that you can later afford to address any season"s fashion must-have.

Accessorize
A simple, well-chosen accessory can make your outfit. Choose a classic, like a little neck scarf (very French), or one that you've seen in the latest magazine. Because most boutiques understand that the fashion trends will come and go, they will offer inexpensive baubles, bags, or belts at reasonable prices. And if even those happen to strain your budget, try stores that offer replicas at a lower quality (and lower price). Consider designer replica jewelry from David Yurman or Tiffany, these brands are hot. You won't have to keep it forever anyway—you'll only need it long enough to let the world know you understand what's hot and what's not.

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