I always start by doing an op-shop / second-hand baby store shop. Last run for DS I got 4 t-shirts, 2long-sleeved tops, 3 pairs of pants/trakkies and a winter coat all in great condition and spent $35 total. I also buy a couple of really old things (50c each) so he's got something to crawl around in the dirt and wreck without me having to worry. Having done this, I feel I can justify a few 'nicer' things to complete his wardrobe.
I do the baby and kids markets. Last time I got 25 items for $80 including 4 pairs of shoes (seed, Zara), 6 dresses (Wayne cooper jnr, country road, milkshake), 5 tops (gap) amongst others. I never pay full price and like to buy second hand where possible. Even so, my girls have way too many clothes!
But I'm really trying to cut back lol! Your list sounds good. The things I'd need to add to that are winter PJ's (which easter bunny is bringing), gumboots, a winter coat and tights/leggings. I also have a DD who hates jeans but thankfully she'll wear cord pants and trackies although she'd much prefer to wear dresses/skirts every day. My DD seems to have had a growth spurt lately so I also need to get her new singlets and socks. Just need to find the time to go and do it!
Five sweat tops for $40 is great, I'd love to know where you got them from.
Thanks ladies - interesting to see what other people are spending/buying.
Nai - I should get on to babies/children's markets, sounds like you got yourself a fab deal there.
So, for those who asked, I just checked the tags and got three sweat tops (no hoods) for $7 each from Best & Less. They are plain but warm (nice soft, fleecy lining) in the usual pastel colours. I also got two flowery ones for $12 each. So $45 in total (bit more than the $40 I said but you could stick to the plain and get fice for $35). I was quite pleased with this as I usually spend $20 each for them from Target or Cotton On so to save $13 on each one I thought was fab.
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