Don't throw the baby out with the bathwater, they (always) say! If you don't know 100%, it's always nice to hear what you all have to say so I can pick from the buffet...

use good judgement and us clods wont know the difference.

Most tend to do just that (Target is a staple for most as well)...BUT

Only one kinda guy is gonna notice your shoes or purse,  and you aren't getting any money out of him.

I get compliments on my shoes from gentlemen all the time. They definitely get noticed. Courtney, I look for a lot of name brand things on ebay, you can often find higher end clothing there.  I also call around and find out when the store is having a sale . Also, many places, if you join their mailing list will give you a 20% off coupon on your birthday or some similar such thing. I'm trying to figure it out as I go along too. Good luck.

You work hard.  You already look great and the clothes will help.  10/10 is not unrealistic for you to achieve.

Most guys I know don't spend a ton on clothes.  Some of my buds will spend a shitload on jewelry...but they seem to be the outlier.  I really have no interest in buying clothes to impress...simply something that has never ever appealed to me.  The only times I have to put on a tie is when I have to appear in court...and even then I'd rather be in jeans.

Posted By: devindavette

in my civie life, accessorised with a 2k bag and 800$ shoes ...and about 15k worth of diamonds n thangs. I have no issues with that. I have designer clothing, but that stuff doesn't matter so much to me. It's how it looks and how you wear it,  I can even make a pair of pajama jeans look jazzy ..lol  
   

Posted By: ChgoCPA

Most tend to do just that (Target is a staple for most as well)...BUT  
     
  Some gals really do like the higher end shit and have NO problems spending tens of thousands on clothes (including undergarments).  
     
  I have never understood the shoe thing...but all women seem to love those things.  Funny that at my recent session the gal had on 6" heels and simply can't wear them for more than a few minutes.  But it still amazes me to see any gal wear those heels out...and actually succeed in walking without tipping over!  
     
  Seems like Courtney is realizing that 10's here equate to image...yep, it sure does    
     

Posted By: doncord

use good judgement and us clods wont know the difference.

Listening to DD, on the other hand, is a fine idea.  One of her mottos is "Louboutins are not meant to be walked in.  They are made to be worn in the air."
Tell 'em your other, motto, Dev.  You know the one...

Ultimately less expensive than buying clothes from the gap that you have to replace quickly anyway.  But I don't think many guys will be out off that you don't have 2000 dollar shoes as long as you still look nice and fit in to the surroundings (I hope lol.)  Lingerie and shoes are the two things I really try to splurge on though, guys really appreciate those things.

I believe you get what you pay for and quality brand names tends to be a good investment when it comes to clothing. So for your real life I'd say spurge and really feel good about what you wear.If a bag & clutch from Michael Kohrs puts a smile on your face then go for it.

Victoria's Secret, I love their clothes and their value. And since they're only available online or in their catalogs, they're actually very unique. Their dresses are very cute and sexy and their sweaters can be provocative. They also do the $150 off $500 deal every other month so you can really stock up, and a good loyalty program with points.  

Now I know about that.  

A nice casual dress or jeans n a t-shirt always work great. Isn't this supposed to b fun and free of drama?

I can usually tell the difference between expensive and modestly-priced clothing. Does it matter behind closed doors? Not a big deal, although I'm left with the impression that the provider with the high end clothes is more high end herself. Thus I'm prepared to pay a little more, as I know she's invested more.

Doesn't have to be expensive elite name brand stuff, but just put together well.

Check out this if you like VS. It's the same idea but upscale...  

I second Journelle as well as La Petite Coquette.  There's also Fig Leaves.  

I spend  more money on those, and accessories. As for clothes, I can shop anywhere from H&M, zara, nordstrom and consignment stores. You just need know how to match your clothing. Check out belle and clive, the real real, gilt, beyond the rack just to name a few you can find designer stuff at reasonable prices

I love journeelle. I also love this site, they have great stuff.
http://www.aricielingerie.com/

Your personal style is more important than the labels you wear. As someone mentioned stores like Nordics Rack, NM Last Call and SFO are excellent places to shop especially when they're on sale

I too can be a little on the frugal/don't see the point in dropping $1k or more on a pair of shoes or the like. But still, I like designer things and have found some really great deals on consignment and on Ebay, like my Stella McCartney dress for only $300 (which, if it was worn, showed absolutely no signs of it) and a pair of Miu Miu pumps for only $175 (and those can run upwards of $700).

up Groupon and ebates. Some great deals can be had occasionally. Always great restaurants for 50% off.

gal who took my breathe away at the sight of her.

Stick to the Goodwill Stores....great values.

I'm in NYC - and people are very fashion-conscious here- so maybe my experience is a bit skewed. But I did my first appt's in black Target heels (they were cute) and one of my first clients - apparently a shoe snob - pointedly asked if they were Manolos. Knowing full well that they totally weren't.

When I teased him about it, he replied, "I've dated a lot of high maintenance women."

Re: Thank you

xoxoxo!!!

I will say, when I was into the thrift shops, I found some badass stuff with the tags still on... suits for work... I got so many compliments on them, and even slipped my way into an awesome job I shouldn't have gotten because of it. (The girl interviewing had an eye for clothing, haha.)

I usually don't go under $200 for shoes, dresses, etc. I feel the fabric, tug on it to make sure it's quality, try it on, bend over, twist, etc. etc. If it looks hot, great, but if it doesn't feel hot to the touch, I'm not buying it. There's a sense of pride, and I feel if I charge a certain amount, I need to give a man that quality in presentation as well.

But look at the sites of many of the gals who consistently get those 10/10's and are in the Top lists....marketing here is the key mover.

Having seen some of the highest-rated NYC women in the business naked...you'd be really surprised...not all men want a woman to look like a barbie doll. If you look good and you're confident, chances are that guys are going to find you attractive as well  

Shoes are important too . Good quality and stylish .  
Evening bag and daytime also important , perhaps a small luggage set to keep things in , small 3 piece set  
Bra/ panty set , teddy 3 or 4 ,  Fredericks of Hollywood won't be to pricey either .  
lubes , toys, videes , music candles , and a traveling bar set for guys you know .  
Crossword puzzles , when guys daty  I'm sure it gets boring after awhile while theyre on the 8th or 9th  O.
 

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I second Overstock.com as a good starting point. Kohls and TJ Maxx are also good if you want to go into a store.

Like everything, YMMV but your appearance is important and so is how you feel about yourself.
Buy online or start a wishlist.  
Hard to get away from having a good wardrobe.

+10000. I do not buy name brand, and never will. You are paying for the name, which I find is just "not me". You can find things that are just as nice, for a fraction of the cost...and use all that extra money one would have spent on designer clothing, shoes, & handbags to go towards something that will return the investment (college, kids college, MMA, CDs, etc). In one of my more recent classes where name brands were being discussed, it was mentioned that those who always sport name brands, do not have a sense of self, hence, they use the name brands to "create" themselves. I have always created my own style, and have never been one to follow the latest trends

I arrived at my hostesses' room (a duo!) and they were running a little late.  They just got back from shopping along the Fancy Expensive Street.  They were still dressed in their civvies (jeans, sweater, blouse) and I couldn't tell you if they were Calvin Kleins or Super-Expensive Custom Jeans: the girls looked GREAT!  (When I asked to see one of them again, I asked for her to wear her civvie jeans and pullover sweater!) ...  

all that much--just how she looks in the clothing, shoes, etc.

I won't be doing this long enough to spend thousands on each piece of clothing. I like the idea of having a few items for those guys who will say something. I also think everyone seems to agree that shoes and lingerie are two things to spend your dollars on. (And accessories).

the best person to ask how something looks on you is a hobbyist. They'll tell you haha

'She' had on heels,  I really didn't look at them but the whole outfit looked quality, if fitted her & made her look her best.  (Note, of course it fitted her...  the dress was a wrap!)  
Just blowing money is just dumb.  There are lots of things you should be spending money on, like a rainy day fund & a retirement plan.  
Shopping is not a contact sport!!  I admit guilt my self, in the sporting goods store...  but think of this as a challenge.  It's ok to wear clothes more than once, so long as they are clean & fit well.  I'd not mind if a lady wore the same outfit to see me, so long as there was week or more in between...    So the challenge is to dress sexy, look good, spending as few $$ as possible but as many as necessary.

Not sure if they have decent designer for women. Supposedly discount specials daily to weekly. To get on their list goes through an amazon account

Kudos for asking after, all your question is directed at your target audience.  
The only time I think you should spend high dollar on clothes for the hobby, are the clothes you will be seen in when you are out to dinner,  or a play. I don't have any sort of foot fetish, but I do notice a nice pair of heels.
As far as your BCD attire, keep it lacy and simple. Matching bra and panties are always a plus.  
Most important is stay light on the makeup, I never want to see layers a layers of crap on your face.  
Confident, fresh, funny, and smell nice you will have me drooling even if you were wearing a pillow cover.

Assuming you are blessed with good looks, those two things will get you far greater returns than AP or Wolford's lingerie.  For me, I don't care if you show up in yoga pants and a tee shirt, but if you are uninteresting, it's going to be the longest night of my life.

Thanks.

I have had very generous clients pop up, even now and am very grateful. I guess I feel funny putting 'preferred gifts' on my site. Not that it's bad, but perhaps I come across as a geek who wants electronics haha

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Nope, me either because my clients realize I have more things going for me that need paying off. I would appreciate the thought, but would probably tell him I was selling them on Ebay to pay more on student loans or private school for my child. If you end up living in a one bedroom shack, what good are shoes? Just sayin.

In that it seems we want more than the "act" .  

And the little plastic corvette too !  "He Better" , yeah okay .

As a man it is always thrilling to see the special effort a lady will make when they see us, whether it be the outfit or the underwear, or both. However most of us would not be able to tell the difference between an average costing outfit or designer labels without being told.

kinda hafta disagree with that, im sorry.  
saw a successful attorney once that insisted I keep my red bottom shoes on, saying it just like that, saying how much he liked them.  
there are a lot of different types out there. you never know.

Yah, I find I always do better if I dont stink, lol

I only require the rate I charge. If a gent decides to bring a gift, (thank you for the magic wand honey, lol) or tip, whatever, I respond in gratefulness... I do agree with wearing the shoes for him on dates, or the lingerie, etc.; however, to demand anything more... I don't think that would be a grateful act on my part. I feel expressing gratefulness and excitement from the gift does wonders for their experience... the experience I intend to deliver.

to increase rates and not think about what all  entails attracting the higher end clientele. Thanks for bringing up this topic. Lots of good advice through out some post