27 Jun Spotlight: Goodwill in Brooklyn

Last week before stopping by Not Just Vintage, I hit up Goodwill on Fulton Street in Brooklyn {1102 Fulton}. Though I’m an avid thrifter, I was ashamed to say I’d never been to Goodwill in BK, so I had to change that asap.

I was amazed at how spacious the store was and I was even more amazed at how empty it was. And of course it was super organized.

Though the prices were pretty comparable to other Goodwill’s in New York {$8 for dresses, $5 for tops, etc}, I did notice a few pieces that were a bit high, close to $20 for some dresses and shoes.

I normally shop and snap picks after I get my goods home but I loved so many pieces that I had to take some pics in the dressing room {and the lighting was fairly good}.

I fell head over heels for this dress. The ruched bodice, ruffles and one shoulder are to die for. Unfortunately…I couldn’t zip it up in the back. Womp womp! Hopefully she finds a good home and at $13, I’m sure she will.

This is another beauty I drooled over. The bright color and off the shoulder detail is just my style. For some unknown reason, I didn’t get it. Trust me, I’m kicking myself.

This $20 Norma Kamali dress caught my eye but I wasn’t wowed so I left it on the rack.

This was one number I didn’t pass by. The fit was right and the sheer short sleeves and ruffles had me at hello.

I’m currently obsessed with long skirts so I snagged this printed wrap skirt. I can’t wait to wear it with a simple tank and statement necklace or big earrings.

How awesome are these studded Steve Madden peep toes? They fit perfectly but upon close inspection I noticed a few scuffs so I put them back.

I walked away with the gray dress and long skirt. Wanna guess how much they costs? Only $3! I racked up more than 100 points on my Goodwill Customer Rewards Card so I was able to get $10 off my purchase. Check with your local Goodwill to sign up for your card and earn while you shop.

Thrift Tip:

It can be tempting to purchase an item because it’s cheap or cheaper than you’d normally pay in stores, but…if the quality is seriously compromised, leave it alone. I was thisclose to buying the Steve Madden booties because they were cute and only $20 but the scuffs were just unacceptable and I wouldn’t have been able to repair them. Even if a garment is super cheap, it should still be quality.

*Am I the only girl who stands on her tippy toes when trying on clothes in the dressing room?*