01 Dec Thrifty Threads 365- Three Month Update

It’s been exactly three months since I started my Thrifty Threads 365 challenge {an entire year where I only purchase thrifted clothing, no new items} and so far so good.

I’ve been fortunate enough to find some great thrift store items {as seen HERE and HERE} but my initial concern with the challenge was that I would go through accessories withdrawl. Though I haven’t found any great jewelry, I’ve scored some awesome shoes at Goodwill and Salvation Army. They ranged from $2-$5.

Until this weekend I couldn’t really say I missed shopping. Just to keep my sanity, I stay away from clothing stores but after Thanksgiving I stopped in to Dots. The budget clothing and accessories store used to be a frequent stop of mine when I was in high school and college, but unfortunately they don’t have any locations in New York City. However, a trip home to Jersey meant I could see what they had to offer. My intention was just to take photos for the blog {more on that tomorrow} but I was almost wooed by a black lace wallet. Luckily my darling cousin purchased the $4 accessory for me.

My other concern was if I’d find winter outerwear. I already have a Gap pea coat but I want something a bit funkier and bolder for the cold NYC days. This weekend I’ll be checking out Salvation Army’s coat sale and according to Thrift Store Confidential, the sale is a thrifters paradise with furs, leathers and trenches. And I also found a carnation pink, brocade Nine West coat during my most recent thrifting haul.

In the coming months I plan to expand my thrifting experience beyond Goodwill and Salvation Army, as well as really search for some cheap chic, vintage-y accessories.

Three months down, nine more to go!