4 easy ways to spruce up your Christmas wardrobe

Looking to spruce up your wardrobe before the holidays? On a tight budget? Here are four easy ways to help you dress up and look even nicer for the festivities that are inexpensive and require minimal effort.

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Start by doing some shopping around in your own closet. Perhaps there are some items in there you haven't worn in a while because they don't fit exactly right.

• Pull any ill-fitting clothes out of the depths of your closet and model them. Then head to a tailor and ask about what kind of adjustments you need.
• A tailor can ensure that your clothes fit your body properly, which means you won't have to spend any money on a new wardrobe.

A trip to the tailor could mean an old item might just feel brand-new on your body.

Many people associate drab, dark or neutral colours with the winter holidays and bright colours for the spring and summer seasons. This doesn't have to be the case.

• Add some colourful and vibrant pieces to your closet, like a bright-red scarf or a rich green sweater. These pieces are versatile and can be used with multiple ensembles. They're a perfect way to get festive for the holiday season without spending a lot.

Rather than buying new basic pieces, such as skirts and shirts, pick out some affordable accessories that can enhance what you already have.

• Brightly coloured hats, earmuffs and woollen scarves are winter necessities that will keep you warm and can help you to celebrate the season. Don't forget to score a bright pair of gloves, too!

Instead of leaving your gifts up to your friends and family to decide this year, you could make a list of items that your wardrobe really needs and then ask for them as Christmas presents.

• Although you may not receive them before Christmas morning, having people help you to add to your winter wardrobe is a great way to save money on updating your closet. What's more, New Year's will be right around the corner so you'll have another festive opportunity to wear your new seasonal garb.

Whether you update your Christmas wardrobe with eye-catching accessories, bright pieces or repurposed (but just-tailored) items from the back of your closet, the changes are sure to breathe new life into your holiday outfits.