Yes, I do love thrifting that is!
Well in all honesty, I love all shopping but I love finding vintage and pre-loved items and giving them another chance to shine. I had packed up three bags of clothing, shoes and handbags to take to the op shop so after handing them over, I looked around to see if I could find something interesting…and…yes, I did!
Yes, I did…another Wrap Dress
Wrap Dress: You’ll recall from earlier post about thrifting, here and here, that I just can’t pass up a wrap dress! And this one was such a perfect shade of red that it wasn’t going to be the first one I left behind. Wrap dresses are a good silhouette for my shape, which is a little on the curvier side. I do however either need to put a stitch in the neckline or wear a camisole underneath because I become too self-conscious about how much cleavage is on show.
Retro 70s shirt
Retro 70s: I love vintage 70s clothing. Well actually I love all vintage clothing but I do seem to have a fair few 70s pieces in my wardrobe. I’m thinking of three ways I can wear this shirt. The standard – with my flare legged J Brand jeans, the cool – with my white denim and fierce navy heels and the office – with my black pinstripe blazer and matching pencil skirt.
Floral White Denim Skirt
Denim AND Floral: I loved the water-color look of the flowers on this skirt and to have it be white denim sealed the deal. I can wear it casual or to work which means I’ll get my money’s worth out of it.
Gray Military Style Shirt
Military Minded: This cute military inspired shirt is too small for me and not the best style for someone with a larger bust, but I know who it will look fantastic on, my dear friend Sarah!
Pink Polka Dot Mini Dress
Pink, Polka Dots and a Mini???: Yep, maybe the surprise buy of the century, but tomorrow I will show you exactly why I bought this dress.
Five really cute and cool pieces for $28. That is another reason that I love thrifting…oh, yes I do!
How about you? Are you into thrift shop finds? Or would you rather buy new?
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February 6th, 2013 at 00:58
Nice haul! I especially love the denim skirt.
Spashionista (Alicia)
February 6th, 2013 at 07:52
Thanks Alicia!
Me too! It was a little bit different and will totally work with the 2013 floral trend without being too girlie.
Cheers,
Laura
February 6th, 2013 at 01:59
I am loving your titles lately
February 6th, 2013 at 07:53
Thanks Preethi!
I’ve gotten a little more creative.
Cheers,
Laura
February 6th, 2013 at 02:13
I am kind of new to the ‘love to thrift’ world and you found some great items. I love that military style shirt! In fact, I think I may have to squeeze a little thrifting time into my day today after seeing what you have found.
February 6th, 2013 at 07:56
For me part of thrill about thrifting is the hunt, finding something different that will have a new life in my wardrobe.
And then of course there is the fact that it is good for the environment.
I also like the thought that if I only wear it a few times I can take it back to the thrift shop without feeling bad because I only paid a few dollars for it.
Happy Thrifting!
Cheers,
Laura
February 6th, 2013 at 02:33
Cute, cute, cute!!!
February 6th, 2013 at 07:56
Thanks K!
I kind of thought so too.
Cheers,
Laura
February 6th, 2013 at 06:28
i LOVE thrifting! Great finds at a great price! My fav. is the military style dress/shirt – that is just awesome. I have found some awesome things in the past few weeks: Coach and Dooney & bourke handbags, clothes, etc. Check out my last several blog posts to see:0)
February 6th, 2013 at 07:58
I only have found a couple of stellar designer pieces when thrifting but I have found a fair few work-horses. You know those item that just keeping popping up in your weekly choices to wear for work or play.
Cheers,
Laura
February 6th, 2013 at 08:16
While finding designer pieces is nice, I’m much more pleased when I find awesome pieces that I will wear time and time again (especially shoes!)
February 6th, 2013 at 08:17
Good Point!
February 6th, 2013 at 06:47
Oooer, I like! I cannot wait to see these fab pieces modeled! xx
February 6th, 2013 at 08:00
Some of them will be coming to a blog near you soon!
February 6th, 2013 at 13:13
You scored on that military shirt shirt and wrap dress.
February 6th, 2013 at 17:53
A wrap-dress is always a score because I will wear it to death!
The military shirt will go to a good friend as it will look amazing on her but I wish I had the right shape for it.
Cheers,
Laura
February 6th, 2013 at 14:38
Pretty fabulous finds!!!
xo, Kenya
February 6th, 2013 at 17:54
That they are Kenya!
Made even more fabulous by the price.
Cheers,
Laura
February 7th, 2013 at 09:26
Gorgeous wrap dress and denim skirt.
February 7th, 2013 at 13:06
Thank you!
And made even more gorgeous by the price.
Cheers,
Laura
February 7th, 2013 at 19:47
Love love love the mini
You found some great things.
February 7th, 2013 at 22:33
Thank you!
Sometimes when you are thrifting it’s like hitting a jackpot.
I’m really pleased with my purchases.
Cheers,
Laura
February 7th, 2013 at 22:59
You are so right you just have to keep at in until you win! Enjoy!
Natalie
February 8th, 2013 at 10:40
Thanks Natalie!
I’m sure I will.
Cheers,
Laura