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As she tried on a few Abercrombie tops, she ran through the seven questions she always asks herself.
These questions help Elise decide whether a clothing item is worth ordering and worth keeping after it arrives.
Thesame money-saving tacticcan apply to any purchase you make, big or small.
However, its something many people struggle with particularly younger shoppers.
Around 41% of Gen Zers and 34% of millennials are impulse buyers, according to ScienceDirect.
The questions Elise listed apply specifically to clothing.
However, we can break those questions down into their basic concepts for universal use.
Here are three things to ask yourself before you click check out on your next potential impulse buy.
Am I in a Neutral State?
Research shows that your cognitive and emotional state can impact how you shop, according to ScienceDirect.
Is This Item a Good Fit?
If it doesnt feel quite right, now may not be the right time to buy it.
Is the Price Worth It?
Take a moment to consider the items price.
Will you get enough use out of the item to make that price worth it?
It can help to read product reviews at this stage.
Before you rip the tags off your new item, ask yourself these questions.
Is It Still a Good Fit?
If your new purchase is a piece of clothing, try it on.
If its furniture, see how it looks in your home.
Consider how you feel is this item still a good fit for your life?
Elise asked herself if she has a specific outfit to wear with her new clothing item.
For non-clothing purchases, ask yourself if you have a specific use for it.
Do you know exactly how and when youll use this item?
If its just going to sit in your home and look pretty, it might not be worth keeping.
How Often Will I Use It?
Ask yourself the same question for other purchases.
In how many scenarios do you see yourself using the new item?
Is it something youll use only once or will it come in handy every day?
Do I Feel Confident?
Finally, see to it you absolutely love your new purchase.
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