Live stylish on a budget

There are many ways to live stylishly on a budget. As a student, you will have more freedom in a house rather than halls, simply because of the space, however most of these tips apply to all types of accommodation.

The most important thing when decorating your flat is to know your own taste. There is no need to fake yourself at University, if you have an eclectic taste then rock it! Don’t be pulled in by brand names, there is nothing wrong with the occasional treat but 9/10 times you can get what you’re looking for elsewhere and cheaper.

Photo by Andrea Davis 

A great way to decorate your bedroom is to use artwork or photos. A selection of black and white photos can look bold in frames or by themselves. Polaroid photos of you and your friends and family can be made using a printer and some photo paper (which is surprisingly cheap). If you are good at sourci