28 Nov Thrifty Threads: Fall Foliage
Fall can be a tricky time to dress. Or at least it has been as of lately. One day it’s a brisk 45 degrees and you’re bundled up and the next it’s in the low 60s and you only have to step out of the house wearing a blazer. And this week has been no different.
Though the weather didn’t require a heavy coat, it was a little too chilly for a bear leg. So I whipped out the wardrobe staples ever woman needs: leather coat and tights.
Everything in my outfit was thrifted, except the tights and booties.
I’ve been in love with this leather jacket since I found it at the Salvation Army coat sale {psst: another sale is coming up this weekend} and the silk shirt was one of my fave finds from the Housing Works Buy the Bag sale. The gold print kinda reminded me of the beautiful fall foliage.
Instead of basic black tights and booties, I went with grey. A monochromatic look always lengthens the leg.
Breakdown:
Jacket, necklaces, top, skirt: thrifted // Tights: Target // Booties: Payless
Week 9 of my Thrifty Threads 365 challenge {a full year where I only buy second-hand clothing} is down. Only 43 more weeks to go!
HappySis
Posted at 13:39h, 28 NovemberJust love the combo! The grey just sets it off! Love it!
Whitney James
Posted at 13:53h, 28 Novemberlove the outfit! perfect for a fall day.
~nic
TX Gal
Posted at 01:58h, 29 NovemberI love it! I wish I could dress the same way but my stores are not always that fashionable.
Stelcod
Posted at 00:18h, 30 NovemberPatrice love the jacket went looking for a leather jacket just like yours on Black Friday
of course I didnt find one! Where can i get one a little darker?
Looking Fly on a Dime
Posted at 03:30h, 30 NovemberThanks. I’m not sure where you checked, but leather jackets should be at all major retailers (affordable ones can be found at Macy’s, Gap, Burlington Coat Factory, etc). It may just be a matter of looking around for the right fit. I found mine at the Salvation Army.
Angela
Posted at 17:36h, 02 DecemberI love how your lipstick compliments your face! 🙂 Any tips on choosing a complimenting pop of color like that?
Looking Fly on a Dime
Posted at 18:41h, 02 DecemberThanks! It’s really just trial and error. The shade is MAC Girl About Town. I just tested out a few shades to see what worked best. I think reds, pinks and corals look great on brown skin.
Praise1120
Posted at 19:56h, 02 Decembermy wife is also a thriftshop shopper and she loves it ! always looks great and stylish
you guys rock !!
Looking Fly on a Dime
Posted at 05:29h, 03 DecemberShe looks great!
MerelyMarie
Posted at 20:44h, 02 DecemberWatching Nate Berkus…just wanted to stop by & let you know that you’re fabulous!!!
Looking Fly on a Dime
Posted at 05:30h, 03 DecemberThanks so much, you’re too sweet 🙂
Tammy
Posted at 21:44h, 02 DecemberI have just been inspired!! Thank you! I’ve been a manager of a thrift store in Florida for four years and love it, but sometimes I need a bit of a boost and you just gave it to me. You were fantastic!
Looking Fly on a Dime
Posted at 05:30h, 03 DecemberThanks Tammy!
Beuluv
Posted at 22:21h, 02 DecemberLove the look! Wish I had as much luck thrift shopping.
Looking Fly on a Dime
Posted at 05:30h, 03 DecemberThanks! It just takes time and patience, I know you’ll luck up!
Michelle Rodeback
Posted at 22:57h, 02 DecemberSaw you on Nates Show!! My mother was a Personal Shopper for Nordstroms for years and is the best dresser via thrift stores! Love to see people who aren’t afraid to share this talent!!
Looking Fly on a Dime
Posted at 05:31h, 03 DecemberThanks, I love sharing the love of thrifting. Wow, personal shopper at Nordstrom? That sounds like a dream job 🙂
chris
Posted at 00:11h, 03 Decemberjust added u to my blogger list…. gf you have talent. 🙂
Looking Fly on a Dime
Posted at 05:31h, 03 DecemberThanks Chris! I appreciate it
Erica
Posted at 01:27h, 03 DecemberJust randomly turned on the Tv and saw you on Nate. Absolutely love your dress! You’ve inspired me to walk this Fashionista path! Thanks!
Looking Fly on a Dime
Posted at 05:32h, 03 DecemberThanks. So glad I could inspire you Erica.
Lauren Epps
Posted at 04:37h, 04 DecemberI am in love with tights this season. Thanks for showing us an outfit with such awesome tights and booties. I went the entire month of November in just skirts and dresses, so tights were abundant. I’ve always been leery of grey tights, but now I really want to try it. Thanks so much!
Looking Fly on a Dime
Posted at 18:31h, 04 DecemberThanks Lauren. Yeah, I normally stick with black tights but wanted to try something a little different! Now I’m all about grey, bright or patterned tights.
Kiran
Posted at 07:54h, 04 DecemberHi, I have been following your blog for quite awhile, but I had never gone thrift shopping until the salvation army coat sale today. I must say, it was a great experience. Having already bought a coat this season, I just wanted to go to check it out. (As I am a busy med student, I actually was free this weekend and could make it there.) At first, I thought I would be overwhelmed, but the experience turned out well. I bought a wool coat from benetton and two handbags. The adrenaline while searching and the excitement of a great find reeled me in. I think I may take up a thrift shopping challenge of my own starting in January. How often do you go thrift shopping? Is it when you feel like you need something or more so whenever you have time to browse? I don’t live in the city so timing is probably going to be a little bit of an issue for me. Also, my schedule doesn’t have a whole lot of free time because what little time I do have, I like to spend it with my family and boyfriend. Thanks a lot!
Looking Fly on a Dime
Posted at 18:33h, 04 DecemberHi Kiran,
So glad you found some stuff at the coat sale this weekend. I tend to go thrifting whenever I have a free moment (which is pretty nonexistent lately, lol) but now I really go if there’s a big sale or I’m looking for something in particular.
Dianne
Posted at 19:36h, 04 DecemberHi Patrice, I just watched u on Nate Berk & loved all ur ideas. I also looked @ ur blog & saw ur tip on how to redesign a large shirt ( loved, loved, loved it!!!) Just wanted u to know u inspired me too look @ all my things & find new ways to revamp what I have by shopping thrift for a pop of something new.
I’ve used thrift to find vased to give w/a bouquet of flowers & the lady @ the store mentioned she buys plates there to bring to Potlucks so she doesn’t worry about getting her plate back & makes for a nice Host Gift.
Looking Fly on a Dime
Posted at 23:29h, 04 DecemberHi Dianne,
So glad I could inspire you. Thrift stores definitely open you up to new ways to rework pieces and even home decor.
Ana Dacosta Moore
Posted at 18:51h, 07 DecemberHi Patrice, I just saw you on Nate Berkus and you looked great, loved your dress-where did you find it?
Anonymous
Posted at 16:05h, 08 DecemberThanks! It was from the Salvation Army.
Anonymous
Posted at 01:56h, 13 DecemberI love this entire look. I’ve been looking for a nice vintage leather jacket or blazer.