21 May

Posted at 09:52h in Thrift by
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thrift-tip-thrift-shopping-tips-looking-fly-on-a-dime-how-to-thrift-shop Remember that awesome cobalt vintage jumpsuit I bought for $5?! Well, you might also remember I was thisclose to not buying it because it had a few stains. Luckily I was able to get them out, but I almost didn't know it even had stains!I always stress the importance of inspecting garments closely, but even when you do, depending on the lighting in the store, you may be overlooking a few discolorations. Here's how to use the power of sunlight to spot stains on your thrifted garments.

13 Apr

Posted at 11:26h in shopping, Style Guide, Thrift by
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crop-top-vintage-skirt-shoedazzle-mules When I go thrifting, I don't typically seek out vintage garments in particular. I buy whatever speaks to my style and sometimes that's a 70s pleated dress or a Zara necklace. But I do notice I subconsciously pick up vintage clothes and accessories. The pieces are just so unique and have superior craftsmanship, which is something you don't get with fast fashion.But how do you wear vintage in a way that's not costume-y? This week's Thrifty Threads is all about mixing vintage and contemporary pieces for a modern look.

01 Apr

Posted at 09:00h in DIY, Style Guide by
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easy-diy-quick-diy-project-vintage-jewelry-diyThough I love a good DIY, if a project has more than 10 steps or requires a ton of tools, I can't get with it. That's why I'm all about the quick, easy DIYs anyone of any skill can achieve.You might remember when I raided my grandmother's closet for her vintage clothes and jewelry. While I've worn some of the pieces, a bit of the jewelry is broken. Fabulous, but broken or just not my style. Instead of tossing them, I decided to remix the broken jewelry.Check out the easy DIYs below and see how I incorporate the vintage jewelry into wardrobe basics {button down shirt, clutch, strappy sandals} every woman has.

23 Feb

Posted at 10:37h in Deals & Steals, Style Guide by
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how-to-style-a-cheap-dress-1-dress-10-ways I'm a creature of habit and if I have a garment I love, I wear it to death! What can I say? I like to get the most bang for my buck. So when glamour.com asked me to style one dress 10 different ways, I was up for the challenge. Though I can rock the same item repeatedly, I know how to rework it so it always looks fresh. And I take pride in making a "cheap" piece look like a million bucks. I mean, part of the title of my book is how to make the cheap look chic!See how to styled a $12 Forever 21 dress a variety of ways and get inspired to remix your own wardrobe.

11 Feb

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diy-accessory-storage-easy-diy-broken-jewelry I absolutely hate throwing anything away. Seriously, before I toss something in the trash, my first question is, "can I use this for something else?"That thinking led me to upcycle my broken jewelry and create a storage solution for my collection of necklaces. Check out how I reused broken brooches, necklaces and rings as a way to hang necklaces. It's the easiest DIY project ever.