You never used to bat an eye at a three-figure price tag; now you've racked up a five-figure credit card bill. Or perhaps you've been let go from the job that used to support your need for all things designer. No matter the scenario, one thing is certain: You need to learn how to go from fashionista to recessionista. We show you how—and no, it doesn't require putting your credit card in ice a la Becky Bloomwood, or even giving up shopping—someone's got to help us out of this recession, after all.

—Jennifer Merritt

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