As you’re planning your Fall shop and available budget, keep in mind that the colder months are the expensive ones, in the form of more materials (higher necks, longer sleeves), pricier textiles (cashmere, leather, shearling), additional items (jackets, coats) additional accessories (hats, scarves), and footwear (tall boots). As a general rule, I tell clients to add 1/3 to their seasonal budget to cover the higher price tags.

If your budget is immutable, then consignment is definitely the way to keep quality high and prices low.