Are you a Thrifty Fashionista...You gotta watch this!

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 I personally HATE paying full retail for anything, especially clothes. While yes I do shop in regular retail malls and stores for certain pieces and accessories. I mainly obtain some of the basic building blocks of my wardrobe from Thrift stores.
 YUP, you know those dusty, disorganized, used clothes stores. You may even think to yourself...if someone donated it then something MUST be wrong with it. Also who wants a closet full of out of season out of date clothes? If you are thinking these types of thoughts...your partially right...but also kinda wrong. Thrift stores do contain used clothing, and some of it its damaged or worn and unwearable imo. However their are also awesome finds on those racks that are worth the search and find mission. It is understandable that thift stores can become overwhelming and frustrating to shoppers because they are normally not organized, tend to be cluttered and kinda crowded.
  Anytime I'm thift store shopping I totally zone out, put my Ipod full blast and just search the racks until I find what I'm looking for....and sometimes a few things I wasn't looking for.lol.
 I must admit too be able to shop at Goodwill, Salvation Army, Charity Stores, and Family Thirft stores etc. requires patience, time, a bit of humility and a good eye. However if you are willing to give it a try it not only becomes a fun hobby but saves you a great amount of money in the long run.  Here are a few basic tips on how anyone could maximize their thrift store shopping experience.

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Along with finding staple wardrobe builders such as cardigan sets, button down shirts, suit separates, etc...you can also find great vintage authentic designer accessories and handbags. Again keep your eyes open...know you real from fake products so you don't waste your money on a used knock-off.
 I prefer to mix my thrift finds with the current trends and looks...gives the entire image a polished look. It is nice to be able to change your look up with a few thrift finds, without damaging your budget.

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Thrifty Fashionista Must Haves on a Budget...and Style Tips

As prediction all spring long camel is making a big splash this fall along with  colorful faux furs going into winter season. However I don't know anyone NOT on a budget these days. So the real name of the game is being chic and in style with money still in your clutch or tote.
 So here is a tried and true fashion tip:...Step OUT of the mall and INTO the thift store. Like really... some people say they do..but ummm walking down an aisle or 2 nit picking at a few things is NOT how its done. You have too really get into those racks and hunt...trust me the treasures are there to be found.
 Another fashion tip:... Rock your blazer as a jacket or overcoat. Its the 80's type boxy style(minus the shoulder pads) and it works great with layering.
Here is an example of the fashion tips working together..Quality blazers that will be wore as jackets accessorized with faux furs, purchased for a beautiful price at a thrift store. Im also VERY happy to say this particular thift store helps battered and homeless women...so I not only will look good but feel good about the "donation" as well.

Of course its the classic "It" color true camel with tortise buttons. The faux fur collar was purchased seperately and the tag states H&M but thats not where I purchased it. Both of these iteams are from the thrift store for the grand total of $5.75....YES that says five dollars & seventy-five cents!  Of course shop quality no matter where it comes from so the blazer is in fact a nice wool & mohair blend. Its a size 6 which is technically too large for me. HoWeVeR..when wearing it as a overcoat/jacket and layering it with a sweater and probably a button down, So the extra room will be needed.

Pictured below is another example of wearing a blazer as a boxy overcoat instead. This is an awesome fall color, it is a nice spin on the camel..leaning towards a more vibrant burnt orange.  Paired with a real fur scarf  and pop the collar.*PETA don't come knocking at my door, its rabbit nothing elaborate; and also a thrift store find*

Yees Yes..Yeeesss you are seeing it is actually a wool/cashmere blend...and it only cost DRUM ROLL PLEAZZZZZ!!!!.......$3.00:0)...the rabbit scarf for I think 2 bucks.

Why continue to go to the mall and spend hundreds on these seasonal looks? ....Try spending a little time in a thrift store and save yourself a pocket full of $$$.
~Cheers & Happy Shopping:0)