Monday, 12 October 2015

General Saving Tips For Your Closet


In a world where binging is the new black (Netflix, I'm looking at you), it's easy to go a little crazy when everything is so accessible and doesn't even necessarily require you to get out of your bed. I'm guilty of it myself sometimes, but one of the easiest ways to save money in regards to your wardrobe, and in general, is definitely to avoid impulsive buys, particularly when it comes to online shopping. Hide your credit/debit card if you have to! 
It can be hard to resist, but you're bank account/long term savings plan will thank you for it later. 

When you're physically shopping and see something you love, there's often a thought process that if you don't get it now, then you'll never get it and then you'll regret not making the purchase. To this I would recommend that if you at least make sure you try whatever it is on first! Think about whether you'll realistically wear something in reality, and what else you will wear it with. Think about the quality of the product to - whether it will last. 

If you insist on buying something that's designer, it's a good idea to opt for small things like accessories instead of spending (even more of) a fortune on that brand. 

Finally, don't be afraid to rent or hire outfits for special occasions like a university formal or ball. There are some great ones on Instagram like @rentadressau or @hiringwardrobe. That way, you can wear what may be your dream dress or brand without spending a fortune on something you might only wear once!

Thursday, 17 September 2015

Welcome to Travel


Welcome To the travel section of our Macquarie Living blog. Here we will adventure to some of the exciting places  for those on a uni student budget to visit. To begin we must of course start close to home so the first few posts will be exploring Sydney.

We will take a look at some almost cliché favourites of uni students including bars, parks, markets and museums as well as any fun places to visit in between. I hope you enjoy these establishments and locations and share them with your friends as we explore this magnificent city together.