30 Oct

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thrifty threads, looking fly on a dime

Since I put my Thrifty Threads 365 challenge on hiatus, I've had a few people ask if I've had a chance to shop for new clothes. Like I wrote in a previous post, though I gave up buying anything new for a full year, I didn't feel like I was being deprived of anything, so I didn't have a serious urge to shop for anything non-thrift store related. But I finally changed that last week.
My first purchase was two pairs of earrings from H&M. None of the clothes caught my eye too hard {I'm waiting for the Maison Martin Margiela collection}, but I had to have these earrings. The turquoise pair have a vintage-y feel and the disco ball ones are fun and flashy, just my style.

26 Oct

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Salvation Army 46th st
It's the most wonderful time of the year. No, not the Housing Works Buy the Bag sale, that's been put on hold until further notice. But it's the return of the Salvation Army coat sale at the 46th Street location.
I first went to this sale two years ago and it's become my go to sale for amazing outerwear. If you're not familiar with the sale, they open up their donation and loading dock area and convert it into a space that's full of jackets, coats and vests for everyone in the family. And they've even had a few purses and shoes for sale.
At the previous sales I attended, I walked away with everything from a leather jacket to a wool coat with faux fur collar. During one trip, I scored five coats for $36. Don't believe me? Check out my last haul here.

24 Oct

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target and neiman marcus holiday collection

Designer collaborations have been around for years now and we know the drill. An affordable retailer {Target, H&M, Kohl's, etc} teams up with a high end designer {Jason Wu, Versace, etc}, everyone lines up in the wee hours of the morning to scoop everything up before they're sold out and selling for triple the original price on eBay.Well, this holiday season is no different. It seems every major chain is unveiling pieces for those who love high style but don't want to pay full price.First up, the Target + Neiman Marcus holiday collection debuts on December 1 in stores and online. The line features 50 items from top designers like Marchesa, Carolina Herrera and Tracy Reese. Items range from luggage, home decor and of course, clothes. Since it's Target, the price range starts at super affordable {just $7.99}, but this is also a designer collection so the most expensive piece is from Alice + Olivia, a $500 floral print bike.

22 Oct

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best beauty buys, drugstore beauty productssource

When it comes to clothes, I love them. My closet is evidence of that. But when it comes to the world of beauty, I'm kinda intimidated. There are so many products on the market, I get way too overwhelmed and refrain from trying anything new because I don't want to waste my money. Or have you ever bought a cheap beauty product and the quality is just as low as the price?
Well, there are a few beauty items I love that combine affordability and superior quality.
My skin is naturally oily and acne prone, but the one skincare product I use consistently is the Aztec Indian Healing Clay. I was first introduced to it a few years ago by T. Nicole from PintSizedInFluence and I've been hooked ever since.

19 Oct

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thrift store runway

If you're a serious thrifter like me, then a good portion of your wardrobe comes from thrift and vintage stores, eBay, flea markets, etc. Not only can you create a unique style by rocking secondhand threads, but now, you can even earn some serious cash.I first learned about Thrift Store Runway earlier this year when they contacted me about being a judge. Judge what, you ask?The site is a virtual fashion show for those who love to thrift. Thrifters submit their best Thrifty Threads outfits and the winner can receive up to $500.