In the same way that Moana comes from voyagers, I come from dumpster divers. My Great Granny Florence would go "shopping" at the dumpsters in Alexandria, VA and bring home any and every item that was in reasonable and recognizable condition. My first jewelry box was a mini wooden wardrobe-style contraption (like, 11 inches tall)… Continue reading I AM (the) MOANA (of thrift shopping)!
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Latest and Favorite-est Thrift Store Find
Okay y'all. If you live in Fairfield County area, have I got a thrift store for you! I recently went to the Westport Goodwill for the first time and it's like the Whole Foods of Goodwill's. I walked away with some seriously amazing finds that deserve their own posts later on. But I've been living… Continue reading Latest and Favorite-est Thrift Store Find
Thrift tip: Forget the numbers
Hi friends! I'm jumping in here with another tall tip / thrift tip. Don't look at number sizes at the thrift store. Have an idea of your body's shape and scout out clothes that match what you know about yourself. I would have passed by my all time favorite thrifting finds - a Talbot's pea… Continue reading Thrift tip: Forget the numbers