photo

Last week I had the opportunity to work with Loehmann's again {I was their Fashion Week blog ambassador} and I jumped at the chance. When I'm not thrifting, I refuse to pay full retail so Loehmann's is a perfect fit, as they offer up to 65 percent off department store prices.They selected a few bloggers and style experts to participate in their private Friends and Family events throughout the NYC store. The shops shut down early for select customers to enjoy additional discounts and a fun party atmosphere.I was joined by Misha of The Fab Chick and Annika of Leather & Lacquer. We made our way to the New Hyde Park location to assist customers in styling their new threads.

Thriftspiration is a weekly series that puts a spotlight on readers who share their secondhand shopping tips and fun ways to style thrifted finds. 
how to thrift shopName: Brittany Location: Dallas, TX
Why do you thrift shop? I opt for thrifting because I feel like it's the best way to express my creative imagination. I was tired of being seen in similar pieces that other people had from popular stores at the mall. I aim to one day have an entire wardrobe of thrifted items. That way, I can almost guarantee no one will look like me stylewise. It was through thrifting that I started developing my style.
What inspired you to start thrifting? 80s and 90s sitcoms, like A Different World and The Cosby Show. I look at all of the fashion from that era for inspiration while adding my own spin on it.

vintage shopping online
One question I'm constantly asked is "how do you find the best thrift store?" I've done a few thrift shopping 101 posts and now, I can provide you guys with an even greater resource.
My fellow thrifty sister {and fellow Temple University alum!} Sammy of Sammy Davis Vintage just came out with an awesome ebook that makes vintage shopping online super easy. The 100 Best Vintage Shops Online is loaded with the best the online world has to offer.