Dress to invest: 5 items of clothing worth splurging on

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Life is all about striking a fine balance. Weighing up what's important, what needs to be done and what can wait. We need to balance work, with leisure, and all the other responsibilities life throws at us as well.

It can get a bit exhausting. This is why it makes sense to splurge on nice things now and again. After all, you only live once.

In this informative article, we'll teach you how to dress to invest, by choosing five items of clothing worth splashing your cash on.

Buying designer bags is always worth it. Sure, it might cost a pretty penny, but the payoff is in the brand name and the luxury feel.

Whether it's leather or another material, a designer handbag makes a bold statement. You'll definitely stand out at the shopping centre or at bottomless brunch with the girls with a designer bag.

Here's another free tip - compare prices online and in-store, chances are you can usually find a bargain online with free shipping and discount codes.

Now that you've got the bag, next up is the shoes. Now, they don't need to match the bag, but a few nice pairs of shoes are definitely worth spending money on.

These will help complete your whole look, and remember - the whole look is as important as each individual piece of clothing or accessory.

Keep in mind the rest of your outfits when shoe shopping, matching is important.

You should aim to have a pair of shoes for all occasions. So, a pair of heels, a pair of flats, and maybe even a pair of boots for when you're feeling a little rock and roll.

Next up on our list is dresses. A nice dress is worth the money you'll spend on it. Who doesn't feel amazing frocked up for a night on the town?

There are a huge variety of styles, brands and cuts on the market, so you'll easily be able to find something that speaks to you.

Remember to think about your overall style and vibe, and pick dresses that go with this.

You might also pick different frocks for different seasons - a cute summer dress that is cut quite low, or a longer number for autumn.

Next up is your jeans. Now, we don't recommend scrimping on jeans.

Good quality denim can be nigh on indestructible and will last years and years.

If you keep neat and tidy while eating and drinking, you can generally wear a pair of jeans for a few days in a row, or a few days each week.

Jeans are a great, casual item of clothing that is perfect for heading to the shops on the weekend or for a walk around town.

Get a few different pairs in a few different colours and styles and you're set.

Finally, splurge the last little bit on a decent set of bras. Make sure you get fitted properly and pick tones that will match your skin and will be invisible if you wear white or sheer clothing.

Splurging on bras can make you feel amazing, as nothing feels better than a well-fitting bra. Also, for larger busted women a supportive bra is a must.

In this article, we've shared the five items of clothing worth splurging some cash on.

Start with some designer handbags, and then go shoe shopping. Next up are dresses, followed by some pairs of jeans. Finally, some good quality bras top off the list.