Dressing to Shop
When it comes to shopping, people tend to have strong views as to whether they love it
or hate it. Regardless of your perspective, there are a few things you can do to improve
your experience.
First, what you wear makes a big difference in terms of the amount of work it takes to
get repeatedly undressed. Wearing a tank under your top allows you to keep the tank
on while trying on clothes. Here, it’s any garment with as few buttons as
possible—over-the-head tops work best.
Next, consider the shoes you plan to wear, here comfort and ease reign. Slip on
sneakers work great, as does a ballet flat or loafer, that doesn’t have to be tied.
Consider wearing thinner socks if you’re shopping and trying on shoes.
When shopping, choose a crossbody bag for the day as it allows for hands-free
shopping when sorting through racks of clothing. My personal favorite is a crossbody
with an adjustable strap that works for over the shoulder use too.
Finally, how you look when you walk into a store matters. Like it or not, the more put
together you look, the better service you’ll likely get. If you look disheveled, you’re less
likely to have a sales associate assist you in finding additional sizes while you’re stuck
in the dressing room. Dress like you belong there and you’ll be treated accordingly.
Tammy’s Truism: Patience is key, know it takes about 4 garments before you find 1 that works for you; in many ways it’s a game of volume. When shopping for pants or a dress, take the shoes you typically wear in case the garment needs hemming.
