Thrifty Threads: Playing Dress Up

Posted On Monday, April 29th, 2013
Filed Under: shopping, Thrift Stores, Thrifty Threads 365

There’s something so beautiful about dresses from the 40s, 50s and 60s. The silhouettes flatter a woman’s figure all while being classic and refined. So I was amazed when I came across a gorgeous dress at Housing Works Buy the Bag.

The print. Halter neck. Full skirt…but it wasn’t vintage. It was a modern Anne Klein frock. Either way, I loved it and scooped it up {psst: Housing Works Buy the Bag offers clothes for $25 per bag, so this cost less than a buck!}.

I’m not a fan of head to toe vintage {it can be too costume-y for me} and the dress was two sizes too big, but styling it was super easy.

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Thrifty Threads: Ready for Spring

Posted On Monday, March 18th, 2013
Filed Under: shopping, Thrift Stores, Thrifty Threads 365

I can’t wait for spring to arrive on Wednesday. Seriously, I’m over the cold NYC weather. Though some people tend to wear more drab colors in the fall and winter, I’m all about wearing my brightest threads any time of the year. And I think I actually wear even bolder tones during colder months just to perk my mood up.

This past weekend, I threw on a ton of blue, red, pink and colors in between for a fun look. My vintage Mickey sweatshirt and Laundry by Shelli Segal trench are both from Housing Works Buy the Bag at just $1 each.

Check out this week’s Thrifty Threads. And I’ll even show you how to give your classic trench coat a little update.

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Thrifty Threads: Union Jack Leggings

Posted On Monday, January 7th, 2013
Filed Under: shopping, Thrift Stores, Thrifty Threads 365

As much as I love to dress up, I hate to admit that leggings are my go-to threads when I’m having a casual day. From black to brown to lime green, I have them in every color. They’re ultra comfy and pair well with a chunky sweater or layered shirts.

But leggings can also be kind of blah and boring. Or at least that’s what I thought until I came across a pair of Union Jack leggings.

It was love at first sight when I saw them online at Delia’s.

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Thrifty Threads: Winter Flat Boots

Posted On Friday, December 28th, 2012
Filed Under: Looking FLY on a Dime, Thrifty Threads 365

A good heel, specifically a patent pump, is a must in every woman’s wardrobe. But you know what a fall/winter footwear essential is? The flat boot. When it comes to versatility, there’s nothing better than this gem. Rock it with skinny jeans or a fitted dress and it’s suitable for a night out or an afternoon of running errands.

I wanted to wear the Free People dress I picked up on my recent trip to TJ Maxx but since the frock is short and form fitting, I toned it down a bit with my trusty flat boots from Deb Shops.

Related Keywords: flat boots, Free People, H&M, H&M tights, thrifty threads, TJ Maxx

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Thrifty Threads 365 – Twelve Month Review

Posted On Monday, October 1st, 2012
Filed Under: Looking FLY on a Dime, shopping, Thrift Stores, Thrifty Threads 365

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Can you believe it’s been a year already?! Exactly one year ago today, I started phase two of my Thrifty Threads 365 challenge, a full year where I only buy secondhand clothes and spend $50 or less per month. For the past year, I’ve shown you my Thrifty Thread outfits as well as a tally of how much I’ve spent each month.

For the month of September, I spent….zero dollars! Seriously, I didn’t spend a penny on clothes or accessories last month. I’ve been way too busy with work to shop {woe is me!}. Oh, and I’m prepping for The Today Show next week {but more on that in a few days}.

And over the past year, I only spent $460 on clothes. Yup, an entire year’s wardrobe for less than 500 bucks.

And with that $460, I’ve snagged some great pieces…