If you are addicted to fashion, keep these tips in mind...

Buy good shoes: Whatever else y o u m i g h t scrimp a n d s ave o n , d o n’ t s e t t l e for anyt h i n g but the best when it comes to footwear. A cheap pair of sandals might look good for a while, but can hurt your feet unbearably. Many women combat this hurdle by wearing comfortable footwear on the streets and changing into stylish ones in the office or for a social event. It might mean some extra luggage to carry around, but your feet are worth the TLC.

Find a good tailor: It’s easy to buy pret or pick up clothes from different places, but the secret lies in the fit. Even the most expensive clothes might require some tweaking. A good tailor is a rare find but scout around till you find one. Just shortening a kurta or tightening a blouse can work wonders for your image.

Don’t get predictable: Being style savvy is also about mystery, which means no-one should be sure of what you’ll turn up in next. If you prefer to be bohemian, take a break and turn classic for a day. Love ethnic chic? Go all-out western. It will mean revamping parts of your wardrobe, but just choosing your look for the day can make life exciting.

Shop for an entire ensemble: A style junkie, works on the complete look of an outfit. It might mean buying the right pair of shoes to match, or a set of beads to complete an ensemble and keep some accessories ready for certain clothes in your wardrobe. Even when you go saree shopping, go the reverse way — buy a fine piece of jewellery or an exciting blouse and then hunt for a saree to match.

It’s easy to be a smart shopper and being addicted to fashion can only make the job more pleasurable. Style is a lot about making the right choices in the best possible way.