Comments on: 3 November 2009

By: Laura

Laura — Sat, 12 Mar 2011 02:04:47 +0000

As a seasoned thrifter, I’ve got my die-hard go-to rules.

1) if you hate the color, don’t even bother looking at the rest of it. This applies to washes of jeans, patterns of skirts, blouses… Unless you plan to dye it anyway, you know perfectly well what colors you will and won’t wear. Don’t waste the money.

2) completely ignore whatever ‘size’ is on the tag. No, seriously. Just ignore it. Also ignore who the garment was originally marketed toward. I don’t care if you’re a petite size extra-small. If a maternity shirt looks amazing on you, or if you feel the most fabulous you’ve ever felt in a cuffed pair of dude’s jeans, by god, just buy them and call it a day. Everything is irrelevant besides the two questions: “Do you love it?” and “Does it make you feel awesome to wear it?”

3) wear your best bra and undies when you shop, because you need to try on everything, and if when you strip down in the dressing room, you hate how you look in the mirror (under the ubiquitous bad lighting), you’re not going to like how you look in the clothes. Seriously: whatever it takes to make you feel sexy? Do it, because when you feel gorgeous, you’ll be a lot more willing to keep going when you try on the inevitable thing that makes you look like a salted slug.

4) if you see somebody your size go into the dressing room, lurk around until they’re done and then see what items they left on the ‘put-back’ rack. They’ll likely be in your size and if you like them, it’s so easy!

5) dress in easy to remove clothes and shoes, and if you have hair that’s prone to static, bring a hair elastic for the inevitable, “Ugh, my hair is EVERYWHERE” moment that will come from taking clothes on and off. Slip on shoes are best, so you don’t spend all your time trying to tie laces…

By: GeekGirl

GeekGirl — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 05:08:44 +0000

I LOVE that turquoise color! And the blue/gray is a wonderful pair, I need to try to start getting clothes in that combination!

By: Kathy

Kathy — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 16:33:33 +0000

Goodness, I love that blazer! I just picked up a plaid skirt in the thrift store, so it’s out there! I also love that necklace, by the way. What a great combination.

By: madddy

madddy — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 16:00:49 +0000

You look great! I am sure you don’t need any advice on finding cool stuff.

By: M

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 08:40:10 +0000

I’ve been lurking for quite some time and I thought it’s about time I de-lurk! I love your blog, and your sense of style-It’s pure inspiration! I’m definetly more creative and stylish with my outfits than I have ever been :) I am not much of a seamstress and I would love it- if you could give some tips on how to “skinny” a pant! Thanks!

By: Erin

Erin — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 04:13:55 +0000

That blazer! What a find! I love how it’s a smart, feminine twist on a traditionally male garment. Seems to sum up what you ladies are all about.

By: Fiona F

Fiona F — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 03:44:10 +0000

Love love LOVE this look!

By: Clare

Clare — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:47:03 +0000

I adore the color of that blazer!

By: oneredboot

oneredboot — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 23:18:40 +0000

i went to the thrift store last week looking for a few items, including jeans to skinny (inspired by you guys). lo and behold, i found pair of when seem to be new, already-skinny jeans–they fit me perfectly! i’m wearing them for the first time today and i’m thrilled.

By: Nina

Nina — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 20:59:10 +0000

Love love the color of that blazer. You all talk about pops of color, but I’d say this is more of a boom! of that vibrant turquoise. What a wonderful way to usher in the colder weather!

As for the thrifting question- for me, accessories are the easiest thing to find, especially hats. They are an inexpensive way to give an outfit a great vintage vibe without having to alter clothing (something I certainly don’t know how to do.)I wash what can be washed, and put in a new lining if necessary. Costume jewelery is also easy and fun.