Stop press: I have decided to join the fabulous Fashion Huntress on the 30 Days No Shopping Challenge. A daunting prospect for someone like me who is prone to a few weekly purchases, but now seems like the ideal time to embark on a challenge like this:
- We’re in the middle of school holidays and the thought of going shopping with three kids in tow is quite frankly unappealing.
- I definitely don’t need any more summer clothes.
- I have already bought a few pieces for Autumn/Winter (remember those knits?) and the rest can wait until September/October when I have a better idea of what I need.
- Hopefully it will save me some money that I can put towards my A/W wardrobe!
So, if any of you want to join me on the challenge, the rules are pretty simple: No shopping, unless it is for essentials, for one month.
Things that qualify as essentials in my book:
- Groceries
- Basic toiletries such as shampoo, toothpaste and deodorant. Frivolous items like make-up, perfume and hairstyling products are not included (no matter how cute the packaging or how many enthusing reviews of said item by my favourite beauty bloggers)
- Things for the kids, such as school uniforms and other essentials (e.g new shoes, underwear etc). It does not include the sparkly pink magazines that Clemmie is seemingly addicted too (she is her mother’s girl that’s for sure!) or more Rainbow Loom bands for the boys.
- Our holiday will take place during these 30 days so obviously there will be extra spending such as entry to theme parks, ice creams, eating out etc which I will also include as essentials. I think it is OK to spend money on things that count as experiences but not on useless tat to bring home.
What do you think? Will I be able to stick to it? And, more importantly, will you join me?
A Spoonful of Style 
Every month I do a 14-day no shopping thing. Usually between mid-month and pay day. Funny that.
Ha ha ha I know that feeling! I’m the same! It’s the 14 days at the start if the month I need to change. Are you in? X
I think I might be. Especially the comics thing (although I can’t take it as far as interiors magazines). It’s Boo’ s birthday mid-August, so I could do with resisting all other temptations to spend!
I LOVE THIS! I have the exact same rules, so I’m definitely in! Ughhhhhh, it’s hard! I’m also prone to a few purchases a week…and I wanted to cave-in today, but I did not! I have been saving money though, and I’m proud of my will power thus far. Keep us posted on how it goes!!!
I will do. And thank you so much for the inspiration. You are already half way through – I’m very envious! But it will be worth it. X
You are a a BRAVE soul!👏👏👏
Brave or foolish, I’m not sure! Wish me luck!! X
Good for you! I don’t think I could do it lol. Good Luck! 🙂 ❤
Thank you, I’m going to need all the luck I can get!! X
I bet! you’re welcome! 🙂 xo
Oh my, hahahaha! Ok, I can do this challenge when I get back from my trip 🙂
I’m so pleased you;re going to join. 30 days – how hard can it be, right?? Xx
It will be very interesting to see how it effects me 🙂
This is great! I’ve been spending far too much lately and need to start saving for our Europe trip next year. Hopefully I can be successful!
I also need to save for holidays and our extension. It will be really hard but I’m determined to stick to it! Hopefully we can support each other. Let me know how you get on. X
I’m all in. My goal is actually until the end of September. No Shoes or Clothes. So far I’m up to about 8 days. Last time I tried this I rationalized out that shopping at Ross didn’t count and bought some pants I ended up throwing out and a pair of $16 Calvin Klein Shoes. This time Ross isn’t even allowed. Good Luck on your challenge! I could sure use some luck. I’m so bad, I actually skip the food sometimes and buy new kicks. Then search the office or various parties for scraps of food. LOL .. buy not really laughing.
Oh dear. I used to do the same when I was a student, survive on pasta and broccoli for weeks on end as it was cheap. Can’t so that now with three kids! If I manage a month, I may extend the shopping ban until the end of September as well. Good luck to us both!!
I am right behind you!!! 🙂 I did blog post on my budgeting technique, if you can call it that… For AW/14
Oh yes, I love all your budgeting and wardrobe building posts. Will definitely be referencing those come September. X
Oh my!! Very brave of you!! It’s the sales here at the moment!! Eeeks!! 😑
I know, I really hope I can do it! I have to stay away from the shops and have also unsubscribed to all the retailer emails I normally receive. Wish me luck! X