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by By Allison Winn Scotch

Want to know how to splurge on clothes and save money at the same time? Sounds like fun, doesn't it? Here's a little Shopping Math 101: Opting for timeless, pricier items instead of trendy, cheaper ones means that you're actually pocketing cash in the long run. How so, you ask? Simple: Because the latest fad will be over before your next birthday, you'll be hitting the stores once again to stock up on something new. Do this a couple of times a year and -- ka-ching -- the money adds up, and you've got little to show for it.

Here are seven pieces that belong in every girl's closet. Collect them at your leisure. You may end up spending a thousand bucks, but you'll actually look like a million.

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