Thrifty Threads – I Hate My Legs?

I’m gonna let you in on a little secret. I hate shorts. Well, at least I used to anyway. Though I love a skirt or dress, I just felt my legs looked chunky and stumpy in shorts. Until last summer, I hadn’t worn shorts in years.

I loved a pair of Banana Republic shorts I thrifted, but I wasn’t super confident about wearing them. However, that’s all changed this year. I actually wore a pair of shorts and felt super confident. Maybe it’s a product of my NY Lean 25 workouts or I’m just letting go of foolish insecurities, but either way, I felt good.

The NYC weather decided to skip spring and head straight for summer, so this was the perfect week to show off my gams. I opted for an easy breezy look with some fly accessories to top it off. The clothing costs less than $2 since I thrifted them from the Goodwill Outlet where items are priced at $1.69/lb. But the accessories were the real show stoppers.



I love this gold plated bracelet I purchased during the first Adventures in Thrifting.


The unique design caught my eye but when I opened the clasp it revealed a watch. How cute!


I’ve been dying for the weather to finally allow me to wear these platform sandals from DSW. The turquoise straps and carved wooden heel are sick. And they’re surprisingly comfortable to walk in.

And I’m absolutely in love with this extra long beaded necklace I picked up from Goodwill’s new Greenwich Village location. It was $20, but oh so worth it!

Though my heels were comfy, I had a spare pair of flats in my oversized bag. I love a massive bag that lets me carry my books, planner and all the unnecessary girly items I feel naked without.

Breakdown:
Shirt: Banana Republic, thrifted for $1
Shorts: Ann Taylor, thrifted for $1
Necklace: thrifted for $20
Bracelet: thrifted for $5
Shoes: DSW, $45
Purse: Urban Outfitters, $30

Week 39 of my Thrifty Threads 365 challenge (a full year where I only buy second-hand clothing) is down. Only 13 more weeks to go!

So, I’ve finally embraced wearing shorts. No I don’t have mile long legs, but who cares?

We all have a body part we’re not too fond of for whatever reason. But I say, screw that! Love it, embrace it.


13 Comments
  • Alex
    Posted at 17:58h, 03 June Reply

    I love this outfit and those shoes are gorgeous. you have no reason to hate your legs 🙂

  • Monique
    Posted at 18:54h, 03 June Reply

    Cute fit – love the pop of color with the blue shoes. And I think your legs look great – WORK GIRL!

    • Looking Fly on a Dime
      Posted at 19:28h, 03 June Reply

      Thanks Monique 🙂

  • lucie
    Posted at 03:57h, 04 June Reply

    Nice outfit- Geat legs.

    • Anonymous
      Posted at 13:53h, 04 June Reply

      Thanks 🙂

  • Khyla Johnson
    Posted at 13:45h, 04 June Reply

    I am so in love with those shoes!!!  The entire outfit is so cute!!

    • Anonymous
      Posted at 13:54h, 04 June Reply

      Thanks Khyla. These are my fave shoes for summer. 

  • cherriej.amore
    Posted at 15:35h, 07 June Reply

    Honestly you have no reason to be self-concious about your legs. And i LOVEEEE those platforms. I might have to head over to DSW to get myself a pair. I want to go to the goodwill outlet, but I’ve heard so many horror stories.

    • Anonymous
      Posted at 21:00h, 07 June Reply

      Thanks 🙂
      The Goodwill Outlet can be intense but don’t let that stop you from visiting. If you can go on a weekday or early weekend morning, you’ll be fine. 

  • skye525
    Posted at 20:29h, 14 June Reply

    Nice…What brand are the turquoise sandals?

    • Anonymous
      Posted at 15:12h, 15 June Reply

      Thanks! They’re N.Y.L.A. 

  • Jaykute777
    Posted at 19:09h, 20 July Reply

    The outfit is so cute and girl! that watch is so vintage! I love it! (:

    • Anonymous
      Posted at 19:46h, 20 July Reply

      Thanks! 

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