20 Dec Thrifty Threads 365: 2014 Shopping Challenge
Remember a few weeks ago when I asked you gals if I should continue my Thrifty Threads 365 challenge? Well, it was clear that it’s time for me to resurrect the no-new-clothes-for-a-year challenge.
I did it back in 2010 and 2011 {check out the final results here},and this is the first time I’ll do the challenge from January through December.
Just like the previous times, I can only purchase secondhand clothes for a year, but this time around, you can get involved.
Thrifty Threads 365 still has the same premise:
- For a whole year {January 1, 2014 through December 31, 2014}, I can only purchase thrifted clothes and accessories. Of course I’m allowed to buy underwear, hosiery and accept gifts.
- I can’t spend more than $50 each month.
- At the end of each month, I’ll update you on how much I spent as well as my thrift shopping hauls.
- I’ll also check in with weekly Thrifty Threads posts {like above!} to show you how I style my cheap chic finds.
So, what’s different?
This time there are ways for you {yes, YOU!} to get involved. Some of you have previously joined the Thrifty Threads 365 challenge by going on a shopping hiatus for a few months or even the full year. Of course I want you to still join in. Also:
- Every month I’ll highlight someone who’s participating in Thrifty Threads 365. I want you to submit photos of how you style your looks, why you decided to join TT365 and what the experience is like.
- Share your photos on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Pinterest and tag them with #ThriftyThreads365. This hashtag will be where I share my latest finds, updates and where I can see your pics. And also @ me on your pics {Twitter: @FlyonaDime and Instagram: @LookingFlyonaDime
- I also want you guys to give me style challenges. If you have a look {celebrity, runway, hot trend, etc.}, you want me to recreate with my thrift store scores, let me know! I’m always up for a good challenge.
I can’t wait to get this challenge started on January 1 and I’m really excited for you guys to join in on the fun. If you’re intimidated about no new clothes for a full year, just start off slowly with a month or two. Trust me, it’s fun and really forces you to be creative and super resourceful. And your wallet will thank you for it. During my last TT365, I spent less than $500 on clothes for the entire year.
Be sure to weigh in below if you’re joining the challenge and/or if you have any looks you want me to recreate.
Alex
Posted at 09:14h, 20 DecemberYay!!! So happy you’re doing it again. I’m going to do the challenge for January through March.
Thrifty Chic
Posted at 09:19h, 20 DecemberLove this! Can’t wait to see how you’ll style everything. I love the looks in the post.
ericanicole365
Posted at 08:47h, 21 DecemberI am so excited to try this challenge out with you, and I’m going to do it the full year! New shoes will be my biggest temptation, but it’s not like I don’t already have enough anyway! Thanks for the opportunity, can’t wait!
Adrienne
Posted at 19:24h, 27 DecemberI’m ALL the way in!!!
Sharon Chappelle
Posted at 23:40h, 27 DecemberTotally in !
Carol D Briggs
Posted at 13:33h, 28 DecemberI can’t go full in, since thrifting in Ohio is an entirely different experience than thrifting in New York! But I will try to locate some good shops locally, and some special items.
Keren Charles
Posted at 13:42h, 29 DecemberI am totally in this one! Do you think you can create a facebook group page for us to post our looks daily too? It will be a great support system.
Looking Fly on a Dime
Posted at 17:16h, 29 DecemberGlad you’re joining!! I don’t really see a need for a FB group. I’m asking everyone to tag their photos with #ThriftyThreads365 across social media platforms so everyone can just follow the tag. And as mentioned above, once a month I’m going to highlight a participant’s style and discuss any difficulties they may be facing. With each weekly TT365 outfit post I do, I’ll remind readers to tag photos and let me know if they want to be showcased one month.
Kim R.
Posted at 20:38h, 29 DecemberThis is awesome! I really should participate. I’ve been thrift shopping a lot lately on ThredUp.com and my outfits are totally less than $20 most of the time. Happy TT365 2014! I want to visit a few of the GoodWill’s and the Hells Kitchen SA since its near my office.
Miss Merli
Posted at 08:55h, 30 DecemberI cant wait to start my plan is to save enough money to buy a home and this will be so helpful.
liz
Posted at 13:34h, 30 DecemberI would love to join in the fun!! http://www.funcraftysavymom.blogspot.com!
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Alyssa
Posted at 10:37h, 31 DecemberI am definitely going to try this. But may only do it by month. I have never been thrift shopping so this will be a challenge.
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Timmi
Posted at 09:37h, 01 JanuaryLove it! Will try the challenge this year! Lost a lot of weight last year (yay!) and I need to replenish my wardrobe, without depleting my accounts! Thrifting is a bit of a challenge in Barbados, but I will give it a go
Timmi
Posted at 09:42h, 01 JanuaryForgot to add that I will need to buy some shoes. Between my recent foot issues, and the dog that ate my fave work pair, I actually NEED to buy a pair or two which will have to be new (thrifted shoes not a viable option here). Outside of that, I will try to stick to my no new clothes plan
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Cindy
Posted at 23:43h, 01 JanuaryI’m all in, I cant wait to see how much money I will save….
zichala
Posted at 14:00h, 03 JanuaryI’m in. My teenage daughters will object, but then again maybe they won’t notice. Today I bought a pair of sandals at Goodwill- turquoise blue bandolinos with kitten heels. $4.99. Then I came home and found this challenge. 🙂
Teonie Douglas
Posted at 17:51h, 03 JanuaryI love this challenge.
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