I have to say I've amassed quite a shoe collection courtesy of my local thrift stores. But exactly how do you buy second hand shoes? For some there's the ick factor of wearing someone else's shoes and other's are just clueless on how to make sure they're getting a quality piece. Check out five tips to thrift shop for shoes. Come Prepared If you know you're going thrifting, bring a pair of socks or knee highs so you can try the shoes on. Besides avoiding direct contact with unsanitized shoes, you'll...

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{Angelina Jolie in a $26 vintage dress from Wasteland} Last week I had a reader hit me up on a Twitter and she asked about vintage shopping tips. I've done posts on thrifting tips {like here and here} but vintage shopping is a bit different. {Jessica Alba in a vintage A-line dress from The Way We Wore} Vintage clothing is typically defined as garments at least 20 years or older so you need to be extra vigilant when it comes to condition of the pieces and sizing can also be a...

Last week I showed you one of many ways to cut an oversized t-shirt and this week I'm showing you how to wear a men's button down. They tend to come in great colors and patterns that will add great variety to your wardrobe. Though they're cute, I'm sure you're thinking how to make the large, unflattering cuts work on a feminine frame.

A few months ago I snagged this chambray Gap shirt from Salvation Army. Though it's an XS, it swallows me up if I wear it as is. Luckily, pairing it with the right tops, bottoms or accessories make all the difference. See the four ways to wear a men's button down.

Belted: The quickest and most obvious way to rock a button down is with the help of a belt. It defines your waist and looks great with a pair of leggings or skinny jeans. You can opt for a belt with a funky pattern, detailed buckle or tie a woven one.