What’s a Recessionist?

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A recessionist is someone who seeks fashionable but low-cost clothing during an economic downturn. They can develop a unique style using affordable items from discount stores, consignment shops, and thrift stores. Recessionists can also sew or alter clothes. They start with basics and use stylish accessories to dress up their outfits.

A recessionist is someone who looks for trendy but also low-cost clothes. This term is a portmanteau of “recession” and “fashionista.” Recessionists won’t let such a thing as a poor economy get in the way of fashionable dressing, and they can develop a distinctive and unique style using low-cost yet still fashionable items.
Many people go into recessions out of necessity. When the economy is in trouble, salaries tend to go down and people have to think of new ways to use their money while making sure their money goes further since they have less. For people who consider fashion a premium, coping with an economic downturn usually involves rethinking fashion and inventing new ways to dress stylishly.

A recessionary might hit discount stores that offer designer items at low prices, or stores that focus on offering affordable, stylish clothing. Many companies have realized that the recessionary market is a well of untapped potential, and have responded by contracting with well-known designers for flashy clothing lines that won’t break the bank. Others have established positions in the niche market for discounted or low-cost clothing and are using recessions to boost their business model.

New clothes aren’t the only option for a recessionist. Many successful consignment shops, where high-quality used clothing is sold at low prices, or scour the shelves of thrift stores for trendy bargains. Shopping at thrift stores can sometimes yield very interesting pieces that are also one of a kind, allowing a recessionist to stand out from the crowd. Others may sew their own garments or alter clothes to make them more elegant.

Fashion on a budget doesn’t have to be boring, and many recessionists can be seen in style in cities around the world. When the economy recovers, a recessionist can continue his cheap shopping habits, thus saving money for a rainy day or a particularly fabulous purchase.

Becoming a recessionist can take some work, especially for people who are used to big fashion budgets. Many people like to start with basics that can be dressed up with stylish accessories like shoes, scarves, and jewelry. Sometimes some more expensive items can be used strategically to enrich a cheaper wardrobe; for example, a good pair of shoes can be used in various ways, justifying a relatively higher cost.




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