Remember when I mentioned I’d be bringing back the Thriftspiration feature where I highlight the style of thrift and vintage lovers? Well, it’s here! And it only made sense to start with a bang. I love Chrisette Michele’s music and the singer is also a pro thrifter. She recently shared a video on her site, Rich Hipster, of her getting into a little vintage shopping while in Florida. She scored a ton of affordable pieces at an indie vintage shop and even shows how she styled them. Check...

Thriftspiration is a series that puts a spotlight on readers who share their secondhand shopping tips and fun ways to style thrifted finds. Name: Jacque Location: Lawrence, Kansas When and why did you start thrift shopping? I started thrifting three years ago because I was a broke college student. I was inspired by ladies like yourself to shed the stigma of wearing “used clothes.” Now, instead of spending money buying cheaply made clothing, I spend the time to find quality, sometimes even designer clothing, for a fraction of...

Thriftspiration is a series that puts a spotlight on readers who share their secondhand shopping tips and fun ways to style thrifted finds. Name: Whitney Hometown: Baltimore, Maryland When and why did you start thrift shopping? My grandfather introduced me to thrifting when I was 9 or 10. But I didn’t start thrifting for myself until about 4 years ago. What three words would you use to describe your style? Practical. Simple. Fashion-forward

Thriftspiration is a series that puts a spotlight on readers who share their secondhand shopping tips and fun ways to style thrifted finds. Name: Jackline Location: Toronto, Canada When and why did you start thrift shopping?  I started thrifting almost 2 years ago when a friend got me hooked on it. Now, I’m addicted. I continue to thrift for the great finds, prices and the thrill of the hunt. What three words would you use to describe your style? Simple. Practical. Classy How did you style your outfit and what...

Thriftspiration is a weekly series that puts a spotlight on readers who share their secondhand shopping tips and fun ways to style thrifted finds. Name: Shelby Location: Michigan When and why did you start thrift shopping? I have been into thrift shopping forever. Growing up it was a tradition to spend Saturdays shopping with my mother and grandmother. They would take me everywhere from malls, department stores, estate sales to thrift stores. Thrift shopping rubbed off on me naturally. What three words would you use to describe your...