Thrifty Threads: Vintage Glam

After last week’s massive Housing Works haul where I snagged 29 pieces of clothing for $10, I was dying to wear one item in particular. My favorite piece had to be the polka dot halter dress my girl Danielle found for me. Though I’m not a fan of polka dots, the dress has such a vintage-y glam feel. And I decided to go all out with the glam factor and add the wide brim hat I also got from Housing Works.

Though some people would be skeptical of pairing a royal blue hat with a black dress, I love the black and blue color combo.

{my $7 Miu Miu brooch adds a fun touch. i love the ruching at the waist of the dress}

{i ditched my normal big earrings and bold bangles for a minimal feel}

{my nude Michael Kors heels from DSW give the illusion of longer legs}

Breakdown:
Dress, Hat, Brooch, Purse: thrifted // Bracelets and ring: gifts // Heels: Michael Kors

Week 47 of my Thrifty Threads 365 challenge {a full year where I only buy second-hand clothing} is down. Only 5 more weeks to go!

 

15 Comments
  • Alex
    Posted at 16:11h, 29 July Reply

    Love, love love the glam style. you look like you should be at a posh polo match 🙂

    • Anonymous
      Posted at 20:06h, 30 July Reply

      Haha, at a polo match! Love it 🙂

  • Fajr
    Posted at 19:16h, 29 July Reply

    I love this look! Very vintage glam going to church! Polka dots are my passion!

    • Anonymous
      Posted at 20:05h, 30 July Reply

      Thanks Fajr. I’ve never been a polka dot fan, but this dress won me over.

  • Danielle Young
    Posted at 19:46h, 29 July Reply

    I can’t believe I spotted (pun intended) that dress! It was on my last dive in lol! Perfect on you! The styling is very Color Purple–I love it. Top Notch!

    • Anonymous
      Posted at 20:03h, 30 July Reply

      Haha, thanks Danielle. I’ll be sure to bring you along on the next trip 🙂

  • Anonymous
    Posted at 03:39h, 30 July Reply

    I have been pondering thrifting for a while and you and my old roommate have truly inspired me. Due to my location I’ve been trying to research thrift stores in my area and neighboring city and states. I’m so ready to start my own adventures in thrifting 🙂 I am going to set a “no new clothes goal” once I find the thrift stores with the best selection, store organization, and variety. My best thrift find was a vintage Dooney & Burke for $5 at a flea market. I also found another one at a large thrift store for $25. I love this blog and love all the pictures and tips you provide.

    • Anonymous
      Posted at 20:05h, 30 July Reply

      Thanks so much! I’m glad I inspired you to thrift. Dooney & Burke for $5? That’s an awesome deal!
      Let me know how your “no new clothes” challenge goes 🙂

  • Liliya
    Posted at 18:31h, 30 July Reply

    wow, this outfit is great! Good job!

    • Anonymous
      Posted at 20:05h, 30 July Reply

      Thanks!

  • Sherry Singleton
    Posted at 16:11h, 31 July Reply

    OH wow! this dress looks amazing on you! I love the hat too! We found some great pieces!! Thanks for all the help at the event!! I just referred my best friend to your blog and she will accompany me at the next thrifting event with you all!! It will be her first one!!

  • Anonymous
    Posted at 15:40h, 02 August Reply

    You always find the flyest pieces! Geez, that dress is gorge on you!

    • Looking Fly on a Dime
      Posted at 17:51h, 02 August Reply

      Thanks so much Starr. Props to Danielle for finding the dress for me 🙂

  • Danielle
    Posted at 16:34h, 05 August Reply

    hot! loving the red lip 🙂

  • Best Android Tablet
    Posted at 03:55h, 19 August Reply

    That outfit is super pretty! 

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