But, I'm more of a Shock Top kind of gal.

Ever go thrift shopping, see an item, stop (actually walk quickly towards it), and think to yourself, "I MUST HAVE THAT ITEM"?  That's how I felt when I saw this sweatshirt straight out of the men's department.

I mean, this is definitely something I wouldn't wear, but it definitely is something I would sell.  Be on the look out for my upcoming shop.  Link will be posted on one of my future blogs!

xo.

HALF OFF WEDNESDAYS!!!!

My favorite day of the week because I get to thrift at the local Salvation Army and get half price off on almost all the sweet items I find. (I get a call from my mother around 9am and she says, "Up early to go thrifting?". She knows me too well).

Just adventuring around the entire store searching for some treasures.

    
Here are the great finds I came home with:

  Jacobs By Marc Jacobs camo pants (from the mens section) to add to my upcoming shop to sell.  (Be on the look out for it)

Some awesome American pride tees!  

Right: Salvation Army (mens section)
Left: Lovely Ladies Consignment Shop (Today they started their 50% off Wednesdays as well)

I cannot wait to put an outfit together with that blouse! And you can never have enough black purses.

AND NEW BOOTS!! Too excited.  As if I even needed to add more shoes to my already overflowing collection.  And like I said in my previous post, do not be afraid to try on and purchase shoes!  You can always clean them, change the soles, and the laces.

Here is a close up of what I wore today on this gloomy/rainy/foggy day.

Black checkered top: Thrifted

Faux leather knee leggings: JCPenny

Spiked toe combat boots: F21

Rings: H&M and a local flea market

Hope you take out some time on your Wednesdays and see what goodies you can find for 50% off! 

xo.

MY PERSONAL THRIFTING TIPS/TRICKS/TECHNIQUES

I know how overwhelming thrifting can be.  Racks upon racks upon racks and shelves upon shelves full of items.  DON'T PANIC! I'm here to help.

• Be patient.  That awesome item won't be at the first rack you go to.  Take your time and dig throughout the entire store.  You're bound to find something you like.  Even bring a friend along to ease the anxiety.
• Shop with an open mind.  Just because you like mini dresses and that awesome floral print dress goes down to your ankles, you can always alter the dress to that mini dress you like or even a hi-low dress.  Even denim jeans!  I for one don't wear denim jeans but I look in that section in hope to find a pair that fit me to make into HIGH WAISTED DENIM SHORTS!
• Do you really need it?  Just because it's inexpensive and you have twenty dollars to spend, that doesn't mean you have to spend it all.  Go in there with a plan with what you need at that moment. (my own advice that I should take)
• CHECK THE ITEM BEFORE YOU PURCHASE IT.  I put that in caps because you do not want to know how many times I have came home with an item because "OHMAHGAH IT'S $2" and then there was a gnarly stain on the collar or something. CHECK, CHECK, CHECK! for holes, stains, missing buttons, broken zippers, etc. (unless you're sewing savvy and know how to fix it yourself)
• Go into the Men's section.  No really, do it.  I can't tell you how many awesome oversized sweaters, flannels, and vintage tees I have found.  
• Don't skip the small stuff.  Before you put your thrift shopping to an end, check the purse rack and the jewelry counter.
• The shoe rack is cool. Seriously.  I know some people don't like that fact that someone else has worn the shoe before, but you can always clean them/spray them/change the sole and shoe laces/etc.
• Read signs/Ask an associate.  On certain days some items are half off, or the whole entire store is half off.  (depending on the thrift store)
• Bring cash.  Not all thrift store accept a debit card.  (been there, done that)
• Don't get discouraged.  I know how it feels to leave empty handed but don't worry, people are always donating clothes and thrift stores restock their racks about 2-3 times a week!

I hope this helps you on your next thrifting adventure!

xo.

Too many shoes, too little space.

LITERALLY!

Today is my day off from work so what better way to occupy my time by rearranging my room and organizing all the shoes I own.  As you can tell, I love black shoes.  All black everything (along with spikes,studs,floral/animal prints, and glitter) .  These are only half the shoes I own/wear. (I have some shoes that I haven't even worn yet, oops!).  They are either scattered across my bedroom floor, closet shelf, or the bottom of my closet.  When it comes to shoes, I usually buy on the clearance rack or thrift them.  I am in desperate need of a shoe rack, or bigger room.


Here are two of my most recent purchases (from the clearance section) that I absolutely love!

(and my new healing tattoo)

Top: Studded heel boots- f21
Bottom: Studded toe combat boots- f21 xo.

First Post!

Hello everyone, welcome to my first fashion blog ever!  I am a 23 year old thrifter residing in Upstate, NY.  (when I say thrifter, I mean thrifting addict).  I have been thrifting for as long as I can remember.  I started thrifting heavily when I was the age of 18.  There is nothing better than finding an awesome, inexpensive piece and putting it together as if you bought it at retail price.  Thrifting isn't a hobby for me, it's a way of life!   My blog will consists of sweet finds I get my hands on, outfit of the day(s), d.i.y projects, and other little fashion goodies.  I hope with my blog that I inspire you in many ways (one way being thrift stores being your first place to shop).  You won't believe how much you can buy with a twenty dollar bill.