So I asked my followers on my Facebook page, (www.facebook.com/TheRealElleWoods) when it comes to fashion purchases, do you prefer Quality or Quantity? I got some interesting views, but most said they like to buy those quality staple pieces which they then can mix and match with cheaper items!! I must confess I to am guilty of this at times, sometimes that really cute dress from TopShop is just too hard to resist, and when styled well can look amazing! However since getting older I have realised that I much prefer Quality! Why spend money on clothes you fall in love with only to find them falling apart in a few months time? I have a vast wardrobe containing pieces which date back to the nineties which I still wear, and more importantly are still in good condition!

A quality item will not only last longer, but will tend to fit and sit better on your body creating a more flattering silhouette, and sale time can be that opportunity to purchase quality items that are normally out of your reach!!! So instead of going out and buying a mountain of clothes from Primark, how about visiting some of the high end High Street or Designer boutiques during the sales and invest in a few items that will last for many years to come!

As most of my readers will know, I'm a massive fan of Karen Millen!! I would say the vast majority of my wardrobe would be from there, as I know I am guaranteed to find well fitting, beautifully cut clothes that suit my petite frame (and personal style!) While I do buy a lot from them at full price, I really look forward to their sales as it gives me an opportunity to purchase items I had my eye on at great prices!! This time round I was really chuffed with my buys as I managed to get items which (if I'm honest I would have paid full price for!!)