Budget: Nifty and thrifty student savings.

Fit and thrifty is a good way to be in your 20s and as a student, and I can’t lie, who doesn’t love a bargain that looks chic too. Bargain hunting doesn’t have to take a lot of effort, it’s more knowing where to look and when to look. Deals can come in all shapes and sizes so follow along to see my top tips on how to shop on a fit and thrifty budget.  

1. Office offcuts is a great place to find shoes, sandals, heels and boots at half price or less. All shoes are brand new catch is they might be ex display or customer returns. Who can say no to £30 Birkenstocks?

2. Forget about Depop and eBay, Vinted is the one to watch. Seller fees are non existent (buyers pay a small fee instead) and top brands frequent the virtual shelves. I can’t say no to discount Ralph Lauren.

3. It’s a bit boring and may feel a tad Facebook mum approach, but checking Groupon and Wowcher for deals in your area is a great way to secure a discount on what you’re already planning on doing. Groupon frequently offers cinema discounts and local restaurant deals.

4. Local charity shops are always a winner. Often the ones just out of town are filled with bargains because people don’t want to be trekking into town to make donations. Everything from vintage leather jackets and Doc martin’s to prom dresses seeking a new owner, you can replenish your wardrobe for less.

5. Check out the local free cycle stores. They’re a bit different to the charity shop, often stocking more house hold items and furniture compared to clothes and accessories. You can find anything from barstools to rugs and chairs - it’s worth a look if you’re looking to bring a new lease of life to your student house.

6. Like black opium? Zara Gardina is a complete and utter dupe. Save the pennies when splurging on perfume and the pounds look after themselves.

7. Food on a budget can be tough but too good to go bags are a life saver. Shops offer everything from Pret and the Malmaison to artisan doughnuts and freshly baked sour dough. Your end of the deal is that you have to collect the parcel at a specified time, the shops benefit is they save on food waste. If there’s a particular shop you’d love to try why not see if they’re on Too good to go?

8. Join local community Facebook groups and forums. Being a student is great to see the nightlife of town and cruising the high street, but sometimes you want to explore where you’re living a little more. Local groups are big on pushing community events like food festivals, car boot sales and hot air balloon launches.