With the current economic downturn, everyone is looking to tighten their purse strings -- even shopaholics.

But a tighter budget doesn't mean you have to forgo on fashion. Anyone can dress chic on the cheap with a little help from Goodwill and by keeping an eye out for designer deals.

Here's a look at what one reporter recently bought with less than $30 at the Goodwill Outlet Store.

– Megan Jicha, Boston.com Correspondent