10 May

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Thriftspiration is a weekly series that puts a spotlight on readers who share their secondhand shopping tips and fun ways to style thrifted finds.

golf sweater, estate sale findName: Kristi Location: Los Angeles, CaliforniaWhen and why did you start thrift shopping? I started thrift shopping with my mom when I was very young. My mom always had a flair for vintage things: clothing, furniture and especially handbags. I always felt that there was something special about giving new life to things that someone else wasn't using anymore. I still feel the same way now!What three words would you use to describe your style? Creative. Bold. Fly.

01 May

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earn cash from your clothes, how to resell clothesYou're probably just like me. You have a closet full of clothes, but you end up wearing the same pieces over and over {and over!} again. Or you have clothes and accessories you loved once upon a time and now you've moved on. Instead of letting clothes just collect dust, there's a way to clear the clutter and make a little cash while you're at it.I love reselling my unwanted goods and clothes I've thrifted that are amazing designer finds but just not my size {like an awesome DSquared parka I bought for $2 and sold for more than 300 bucks!}. And I'm increasingly looking at online reselling, which is super convenient.Of course you want to take crisp, clear pictures but here are 3 tips to sell your clothes online.

26 Apr

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Thriftspiration is a weekly series that puts a spotlight on readers who share their secondhand shopping tips and fun ways to style thrifted finds. 
Vintage sweater, vintage letterman sweater

Name: Sammy Davis Location: Harlem, New York City

When and why did you start thrift shopping? I started thrift shopping in high school. As soon as I got my license and discovered my local Salvation Army, I was hooked! Moving to Philadelphia for college (I went to Temple University, like Patrice!) introduced me to an entirely new world of thrifting at consignment stores and vintage boutiques. I loved exploring the city by way of secondhand shops!

What three words describe your style? Fun. Fancy. Free

19 Apr

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Thriftspiration is a weekly series that puts a spotlight on readers who share their secondhand shopping tips and fun ways to style thrifted finds. 
vintage, thrift store vintage
Name: SaVonne Location: St. Louis, Missouri
When and why did you start thrift shopping? I began thrifting for clothing in high school.  was obsessed with the styles, cuts/designs, sizing, textures, and colors of older clothes. I express myself through the art of style. Also, I believe the quality in clothing has declined & all of the same clothes are being sold. Why pay more for recycled designs in-store, when I can pay less for originality?
What three words would you use to describe your style? Simple. Conservative. Vintage.
How did you style your outfits? Red Jumpsuit {above}: I combined a vintage red jumpsuit, with a modern gold-plated belt. I am obsessed ITALICS with pearls and I wear them with anything, hence the cluster-pearl ring and pearl earrings. Never be afraid of costume jewelry! I wrapped my hair in classic leopard to add a print, along with pink suede heels. Red and pink are beautiful together. Thrifted Dooney & Bourke bags are my thing- this Dooney was my grandmother’s bag that she finally gave to me.

16 Apr

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affordable nyc thrift store, cheap new york thrift stores

I tend to get the same question over and over, "Patrice, what's your favorite thrift store in NYC?" Well, I've done quite a few posts on my favorites {including thrift shopping 101}, but this post is all about my favorite, most affordable shops. These are the places I go when I want serious bang for my limited buck. Yes, New York can be expensive and some thrift stores charge $10, $15 or even $20 for a basic dress, but not these shops.Check out my top three picks for most affordable thrift stores in New York. I'm talking as low as less than $1 for vintage and designer goods.