Summer is officially here, so I’m sure you’re storing your coats, jackets and heavier threads to make room in your closet for breezy garments. Besides thrift shopping, one of my favorite ways to update my wardrobe is via clothing swaps. Just like thrifting, it’s an eco-friendly affordable way to introduce new-to-you threads. But unlike thrift shopping, the clothes are free! Sure you can check out a clothing swap meetup in your area or you can host your own. Check out five tips to host a swap party.

Though I’m usually a dress kinda girl {did you see my last Thrifty Threads bodycon dress post!?}, I also love a good skinny jean. They’re super comfortable and easily dress up or down. I’ve thrifted a few pairs of great jeans, but I always have an issue with finding quality denim that fits. I’m petite {only 5’2″} but I’ve got a little booty and some thighs, so avoiding the dreaded waist gap is an issue. Oh, and you know when you’ve been rocking a pair of jeans for...

  As you guys know, I’m the new host of Madame Noire’s Home Savvy show. And for the latest episode, I was able to incorporate my love of thrifting in to the online show. Though I usually just buy clothes and even books from secondhand shops, these places can also be great for furniture. I’ve scored tons of pieces from my favorite thrift stores, including these leopard chairs and ombre lamp I bought at the Salvation Army. These pieces were in perfect condition, but what do you do...

A few weeks ago was my last thrift shopping tour at the Goodwill Outlet and surprisingly, I walked away with just as many accessories as clothes. These weren’t just any accessories, but there were a few vintage gems. And at $1.69 per pound, they were serious scores. I only found a handful of cute clothes, but it turns out the accessories were more valuable {when it comes to styling}.

Last month I told you guys about my new gig as the host of Madame Noire’s Home Savvy show. Well, the first episode just debuted! The entire season is all about upgrading your living space in easy, affordable ways. Episode one is dedicated to creating a summer window box to bring life and vibrancy to your home. Though you only get to see the upper half of my body, I had to give you the full rundown of my outfit…