Financially Chic: Live a luxurious life on a budget, learn to love managing money, and grow your wealth

Does the topic of money and personal finance stress you out? Would you like to learn more about living an 'expensive' life on a budget? Instead of feeling constricted and broke when you are on a slim income or have debt to pay off, 'Financially Chic' invites you to look upon it as a fun and exciting adventure; where you gain as much enjoyment as possible for the least amount of cost, as well as learning to get ahead financially. It feels creative and satisfying and will set you up for a lifetime of good habits, no matter the age you are starting from. My wish for this book is that it encourages you to think about money in a way that makes you feel in control, uplifted and inspired to steer yourself towards a joyous and prosperous future. I want to share my contagious beliefs that dealing with your money can be fun and exciting. I know many women have a fractious relationship with their finances and can often be quite scared of dealing with things. I have felt that way in the past too. I do hope you will join me in this journey because it feels so much better to have a good relationship with your money than not. I love the saying 'Look after your money, and your money will look after you'. It doesn't have to be scary, and you don't have to worry about becoming greedy if you focus on your finances; all that will happen is that this important area of your life will feel happier, freer and more bountiful. It is a glorious feeling and well within your reach. I hope that by the end of this book you will be eager and enthusiastic about your own finances, in fact, I'm sure you will! Fiona Ferris Contents: How I became interested in personal finance Chapter 1. Start from the beginning

What do you believe about money?

Make your finances fun and enjoyable

Simplify your life Chapter 2. Be savvy and a good steward of your money

Living well on a moderate income

Add up what your vice is costing you

Try out cheaper options

'The free part'

Cap limits in your life

Decide for yourself what you splurge and save on

Spend more time at home

Make your own meals most of the time

Do not be afraid to ask for gifts

Slim down your magazine choices Chapter 3. Live like a millionaire now and feel rich every day

Do not wait to be rich to feel good

Use your good things

Surround yourself with beauty

Keep only what your future self would have in her beautiful home

Visit five-star luxury and soak it in

Replace broken items with quality, cherish the rest

Feel luxurious in budget-friendly ways

Curate your wardrobe

Cultivate an expensive-looking personal style

Have an elegant personal demeanour

'Expensive' d?cor on a budget Chapter 4. See how you rich are already

Know where your finances are at

Speak positively about your finances

Cultivate a happy and relaxed feeling around money

Contentment as a financial tool

Think beyond a purchase to its exit Chapter 5. Inspire yourself to a wealthy future

Keep your vibration high

Share your dreams with your other half

Commit to being debt-free

Take inspiration from expensive stores

Read inspirational money books and find fun ways to educate yourself

Think as if you were creating your own personal brand

Have role models Chapter 6. Make your own money and be a success

What are your unique gifts that others might pay for?

How to make money from your blog

Just do it

Act immediately

Moving forward on an idea

Write your goals down every day

Be a shining example to influence others 100 Ways to be Financially Chic