Smart shopping is much more complex than simply picking out an item and paying for it.This is especially true for shopping for fashionable clothing on a budget. There are many things to consider beyond simply locating an item and purchasing it. You will first need to control yourself, so that you will avoid impulse purchases and instead buy items you need.Here are some tips to help you shop wisely without sacrificing fashion.Keep within your means: A basic rule for building a fashionable wardrobe is to have a budget. If you have a budget, you will make smarter choices when purchasing. You’ll be less likely to buy items that are only ‘ok’ and not perfect for you. For a truly fashionable wardrobe, each piece should be high quality and should suit you well.It can help to set your limits down on paper before you leave the house. Have your dollar figure specified, and list what items you will be buying that day. Don’t purchase items that aren’t on the list, and don’t go over your dollar limit. If credit cards tempt you to overspend, leave them at home and shop with cash instead.Wear clothing that can be worn in a variety of ways: Items that can only be worn in one way don’t expand your wardrobe sufficiently. Instead, think flexibility. You want to choose items that can be combined, layered, modified, and so forth. Tops and skirts that can be layered so that you can wear them from Spring to Fall, and basic t-shirts and pants that can be matched in different combinations greatly extend your wardrobe options.Don’t be embarrassed to rewear: It should be a point of pride when you’ve chosen an item that you can wear for years. This means that your shopping skills are sufficiently developed that you were able to find a quality piece that will last, and continued to look current for more than one season. Classical styling is more likely to extend wearability in this way.When you wear older clothing, don’t be embarrassed. You have nothing to be ashamed of. When you shop for classic pieces you enjoy, you’ll be glad to wear them year after year.