"I buy things that mix and match, because it makes money go a long way" - Lauren Bourque

Name: Lauren Bourque

Age: 26

Occupation: First Tennessee finance services representative

Earrings: Gift

Camisole: Sears - $16

Dress: JCPenney - $35

Shoes: East Fifth - $65

"Fashion, to me, is wearing what makes you feel good about yourself. I've had self-image issues, so when I find something that I think looks good on my body, it makes me confident in myself and how I think people perceive me. All my extra money goes to clothes I wear to work. I don't get to buy fun clothes. I buy clothes that suit my career, so it's important that I don't get clothes that are too flashy or casual. I look for blacks, whites, grays and tans. I buy things that mix and match, because it makes money go a long way."