thrifting 101: pricing

 shirt: thrifted, skirt: fitted, necklace: etsy, bracelet: thrifted, 

watch: thrifted, sandals: thrifted, hat: free

alright my little thrifing friends, it's time for another thrifting 101!  i recently asked my instagram followers what questions they had about thrift store shopping so i can answer them for you here on my blog.  first up today is pricing.  

it is widely known that thrift stores are super cheap...most of the time.  sometimes there are items that are over priced because they are designer or "popular."  most of the time you'll find this at the more well known thrift stores like goodwill or salvation army.  goodwill is probably one of the more "expensive" thrift stores (if you can even call it expensive).  the little mom and pop thrift stores are always the cheapest and they usually have really good sales.  here is what i usually pay for things that i buy.  hopefully this will provide you a little guide as to what is too expensive to spend money on at a thrift store.    

i think that over $10 for any clothing, besides a suit, is way too much money to pay.  i usually try to pay only around $5 for anything clothing related.  

as far as shoes go, i don't pay over $10 either, unless they are really nice boots or heels.  in that case $15 is usually my max.  i usually end up paying between $5-$8.    

for jewelry i typically don't pay over $5.  watches i am willing to pay more for if they look nice, but i definitely won't pay over $10.  

are you noticing a trend in the pricing?  that's because thrift stores are SUPPOSED to be cheap!  anything that is over $10-$15 is usually too much to pay.  that's even pushing it.  

i hope this helps you decipher what is too much to pay while you are out thrifting.  remember, it's all personal as well.  if you really love an item and you have to have it, then buy it!  because if you leave without buying it, and regret doing so, you usually can't go back to get it.  most likely someone else will have bought it!  so good luck and have fun! 

{happy thrifting!}          

wish list

so, i have a problem.  i think i am addicted to shopping.  i've never shopped as much as i have the past year of my life.  i think the reason is because i find things for so cheap i can justify spending money on them.  but now i have a list of like a million things that i really want right now, but i can't but them all because i'll be broke!  and this isn't even all of the things i am dying to buy.  i just wish it was going to be my birthday, or christmas soon so i could have someone else buy them for me!  but you know, if you happen to feel real generous, then buy all means, go ahead and buy them for me just for the heck of it :) 

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1.  seriously?  i love this sofa!  i just wish it was a true vintage version.  but it's so gorgeous that i'm not going to be picky.  

2.  i have been wanting a gold michael kors watch for A LONG TIME now!  i am thinking i am going to ask for one for christmas. 

3. i am in love with this chevron iphone case.  the colors and the design are absolutely perfect.  

4.  i saw these pillows at urban outfitters about 2 months ago and it was love at first sight.  the only reason why i haven't bought them yet is because they are $34 each!  i am too cheap to pay that much for pillows.  i actually got lucky at goodwill the other day and found one similar to them, but its still not the same as the ruffled, velvety deliciousness as the original.  

5.  i saw this shirt on a blog i read and immediately fell in love with the cute heart print.  it's adorable, and i want it! 

6.  lately i have been obsessed with big, chunky statement necklaces.  i have imitation j.crew bubble necklaces in turquoise and coral, but i still really want the yellow!  

7.  again, another big statement necklace.  i love how all of the colors in this necklace create such a beautiful color pallet.  

8.  don't you think this dog tag stamped anniversary necklace would be a perfect anniversary gift for our 2nd anniversary in a month?  i think so :)  

{happy shopping!}

for the love of maxi

 

 

top: thrifted, skirt: fitted, necklace: etsy, belt: thrifted, gladiator sandals: thrifted, hat: gift, bracelt: thrifted, 

watch: thrifted, sunglasses: forever 21

my favorite piece of clothing this summer has definitely been maxi skirts.  i wish i could say i thrifted this fabulous skirt, but you have no idea how long i looked for a maxi skirt at thrift stores with no luck.  so, i finally gave in and bought one elsewhere.  i must say, definitely worth the extra money.  they are so incredibly comfortable, cool, and light.  perfect for a hot summer day that turns into a cooler night.  

what makes them even greater is that they are also extremely functional for the winter months.  this means you get more for your money out of each wear, which is always a plus when you are as savvy as i am.  i can't wait to pair my maxi's with some boots, a sweater and a scarf.   

so, moral of the story is that you NEED a maxi skirt.  you will not be disappointed, i promise.  now, stop reading and go buy one!  oh, and happy friday!

{happy thrifting!}