2009
Aug 27

Thrift Store Love

When I was a kid, my dad used to always drag us along with him to one of his favorite places in the world: the thrift store. My dad bought most of stuff from there (shoes, jacket, other knick knacks) and I never understood why he couldn’t just buy new stuff even though there were more expensive (I guess that was just his thing). We went there so frequently that I guess you could say, after many outings there, my siblings and I became very familiar with the “thrift store smell”.  And yes, there IS a smell! nooo

I didn’t have as much fun as my dad during those trips when I was younger, but all that has changed excaim. I saw how great an outfit from the thrift store could be, and I realized that stores like Goodwill and Value Village are actually perfect places to find cheap, vintage clothes that no one else will have.

Now, instead of cringing at the idea of going to the thrift store, I actually have these weird urges to run there so I can fill my closet with, not junk, but great pieces of clothing. Also nowadays, you’ll find me actually begging my dad to drive me there…even if the place does have the “thrift store smell”.. embarassed

I’m still an amateur when it comes to “thrifting”, but here’s what I got so far:

COMFY BLACK GRANNY SWEATER ($5.99):

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BEADED PUPPY COIN PURSE ($1.99):

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STRIPED TOMMY HILFIGER SWEATER ($6.99):

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That last one doesn’t look very nice on a hanger, so I took a picture of myself wearing it with my black H&M tulle skirt. I think the tulle skirt would look good with the black granny sweater too.  idea I’m actually looking forward to the Fall season just so that I can wear this!

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 Comments:

2009
Aug 28

1. Posted by Damita:

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What a pretty website smile

Love the jumpers, very cute smile

2009
Aug 28

2. Posted by Krystalyna:

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Ugh, I hate the smell of thrift stores. I also hate how it gives me a dry feeling, like I need to put on extra lotion before I go in. xD

When I used to go, me and my sister always tried to find cute, vintage stuff, but everything just looked so tacky all the time! Haha. But the stuff you got is really nice. I love how you paired that sweater with your skirt (which is cute btw!).

2009
Aug 29

3. Posted by emma:

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haha love the granny sweater!

2009
Aug 29

4. Posted by Nickolena:

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Sasquatch, hello is a pretty nifty name.  I hope you like the first issue when it comes out!

2009
Aug 29

5. Posted by Mimi:

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I used to cringe at the idea of thrift store shopping as well, but now I appreciate them much more, especially when my wallet is running dry. You really can find some good stuff there if you looked.

2009
Aug 29

6. Posted by Kristina:

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I’m glad somebody agrees!
lol, Twilight = Ruined. ;)
YAY! G-Dragon lovers unite! :3
I loved his new album, it was fantastic. I had to immediately get all of the songs. Woot.
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What did you think? ^_^

Yes I totally agree on Thrift Store shopping. I recently went to a Value Village and found so many great things. It’d be great to go back and get more. smile
Absolutely love the outfit you put together. Great Thrifting. ;)

2009
Aug 30

7. Posted by Veronica Hebard:

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I love Value Village/ Savers!  They have great P days!!

2009
Aug 30

8. Posted by Kanu:

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Aww your comment made me smile! It meant a lot to me cheese  you are so sweet.
I love your site and the layout looks so beautiful hubbahubba  and I love these smilies happy

The sweater really looks good on you and with the tulle skirt, kinda vintage star

2009
Sep 01

9. Posted by Brandy:

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I’ve bought some shoes from the Thrift store before. They were actually pretty cute too. Not ashamed to say either. I love the outfit you put together too. smile

This layout is pure of epic win.

2009
Sep 03

10. Posted by Gel:

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I love the combination of the outfit you put. I lack in that ability haha. I also have no idea how to buy anything from the thrift store but I guess it’s high time that I learn how to soon smile

2009
Sep 04

11. Posted by Oridusartic:

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The black granny sweater looks good! heart
btw your blog layout is really nice, love it! smile

2009
Sep 05

12. Posted by Car:

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Oh wow that’s so cool the things you can get from a thrift store. The granny sweater is really nice. And the Tommy Hilfiger one looks great with your skirt!

I love the layout btw. It’s really original and cute smile

2009
Sep 05

13. Posted by Melle:

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I cant remember if I’ve ever been to a thrift store.. maybe I did.. OMG I love the beaded puppy coin purse and the skirt


 

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