I've never actually added up what I spend, but I try to shop at Op shops as often as I can. So how much I spend depends. A lot less if the op shops have good stuff.
Thanks guys - hats off to those who spend under $500 per year. I think I could easily do that if the winters here weren't such a killer. You really do need good quality winter coats, jumpers and boots and none of those are cheap unfortunately. I also found that the coats and boots that I wore for work in the city just weren't that practical for a SAHM here in the country. Example - knee length boots, I have a few pairs but the soles are all very slippery. Not good in this town where the footpaths are always wet and slippery. Sounds pedantic but when you go slip sliding around pushing a pram, you really want non-slip soles. Same with coats - need furry linings and pockets if you're out for hours, not just walking to the office from the train.
Astrid - check out Vigorella - some of their stuff (they have black even though their website looks fluoro) is well-suited to a smart/casual office environment and you can dress it up or down. I've found them very comfy and versatile. Unfortunately you have to email them for local stockists, their website is pretty useless but you can look at the pics.
I don't know the amount but I'd say hardly anything. I hate all of my clothes! But I'm overweight and keep thinking that I will loose weight so that I can fit into my old clothes again so I never buy anything new as I think it will be a waste of money. In fact I need to get off BB and do something about it like ummmm workout!
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