Sunday, February 1, 2009

Recession Posessions

Shopping--or should I say, the avoidance of it-- during these troubling times is problematic for the fashionista. However, as one who can say of Recessions:"been there, done that and lived to blog about it", I'm finding it easier this time around. Has my overstuffed closet and ginormous debt load finally made an impact on my sense and sensibility? Or am I now able to weed through the treasures and junk, my own as well as those on sale, and discover what I truly love and need is already within my grasp?

Even with limited or no resources I will troll the malls and boutiques for inspiration to get through this mess. However, before I actually make a purchase, I pause long enough to assure myself that I will suffer no buyers remorse. What I cannot afford in this period of economic uncertainty is one more day feeling miserable about my non-existant income and retirement fund, and uncertainly about my future. If I find something to reaffirm my belief in good fashion karma, I will grab it -- and you should, too.