What’s the best budget advice you’ve received?
The GLAMOUR team responds.
Editor Pnina Fenster pnina@condenast.co.za … Go on a shopping diet at least once a year: no spending except essentials for at least a month. Curiously, this advice (thanks, Oprah) always makes me feel more abundant.
Deputy Editor and Beauty Director Michelle Brownlee Smith michelleb@condenast.co.za … Drawing up a budget was the good advice I received from my dad, although I’m not always great at applying it!
Managing Editor Staci Lazarus staci@condenast.co.za … Don’t open store accounts. If you can’t afford those shoes now, you won’t be able to afford them next month when the bill arrives.
Art Director Ziyaad Bassier ziyaad@condenast.co.za … Start a retirement fund when you turn 25. After my birthday last year, I diligently set up an account!
Fashion Director Chrisna de Bruyn chrisna@condenast.co.za … Fashion trends are fun, but buy the best and most flattering wardrobe staples you can afford. Fringe may not always be a thing, but the LBD will never go out of style.
Special Projects and Events Manager Sarah Tuft saraht@condenast.co.za … Cut your coat according to your cloth. Meaning: don’t spend on champagne and caviar if your budget only allows for soft drinks and salted crackers!
Features Writer and Editorial Co-ordinator Nandi Ndlovu nandi@condenast.co.za … Make your own coffee and bring a packed lunch to work. Takeouts may be convenient, but they cost a lot in the long run.
Online Editor Danica van der Veen dan@condenast.co.za … Move one older piece of clothing out of your wardrobe every time you buy a new one.
Syndication Executive Lesley Mathys lesley@condenast.co.za
… Choose quality over quantity and rather have one lasting buy than four that will need replacing.
Junior Designer Kirsty Jardine kirsty@condenast.co.za
… Put something into your savings the minute your salary comes in, then spend what’s left over.
Promotions Assistant
Lauren Williams promotions@condenast.co.za
… Search Youtube for videos with DIY hacks that show you how to turn old clothes into on-trend pieces. Junior Copy Editor Tumi Moletsane tumi@condenast.co.za … Don’t get a credit card!
Beauty Assistant Yolisa Mjamba yolisa@condenast.co.za
… Look for multi-purpose beauty products, like lip and cheeks stains, and oils that work for both your hair and body.
Fashion Assistant Tania Durand taniad@condenast.co.za
… Wait for sales or find something that’s similar to what you want, but better priced.
GLAMOUR work experience
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