Thrift Style: How I Became A Vintage Doll

About a month ago, when browsing the racks of Impact Thrift, I found a vintage floral and lace skirt, and I had a brilliant idea. I was going to be a vintage doll for Halloween this year.

It didn't take long to achieve the look. After adding a pair of pink tights, a pink sparkly sweater, a frilly white shirt and a pair flats, I was ready to be a vintage doll.

All I needed was the baby doll wig, some makeup and a spot of tea.

And of course I had to document my doll adventure...

So, thrifters, I bet you're wondering how much this costume cost. Let's tally it up.

Vintage Skirt   $3.00 Impact Thrift

Sweater  never-worn with tags $4.00 2nd Ave

Frilly shirt  already owned $0.00

Brown flats already owed $0.00

Vintage tea cup 50 cents, Impact Thrift

Baby Doll Wig $25.00, Masquerade.

Tights $15.00, Lane Bryant.

Total cost: $47.50

Buuuuttttt....Since I will be wearing the sweater and tights again in the future...(just maybe not together) I'll deduct those off the cost of the costume. Heck, I can even deduct the 50 cent teacup, beings I can use it at home. This makes the final cost for what was solely used for the costume just $28.00!!! So for just under $30 I got to be a thrifty vintage doll this Halloween.  

So what do you think? Do I make a good doll?


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Thrift Style: Well, Label Me Frugal

It's a rare occurrence. But one fateful day it just may happen to you. The stars may perfectly align and you might find your way...to thrifted designer clothing.

It's true that some lucky thrifters may find their labels for less with far more ease than others. But, me? Generally, I fall into that dreaded "others" category. 

Not only do I have to luck into lovely designer wares, but I have to pray that they're in my size, a curvy XL. Today, however, was my time to shine. 

Dont' you love this creamy white shirt with ruffle detail?

 $4.50 from 2nd Ave. 
The designer?

And that lovely gray and black print skirt? That's a...

...for $6. I estimate this find alone to be worth upwards of $60. And that  Lauren shirt was likely $50 or more at retail cost.

Who scored some thrifted labels? I scored some thrifted labels!

Lauren by Ralph Lauren Shirt: $4.50
Calvin Klein Skirt: $6
Finding designer labels...in my size...at the thrift: Priceless.

Happy 2nd Blogiversary to Me!

I cannot believe that two years ago today marks the very beginning of Let's Go Thrifting!      

Ya know, I was tempted to call this remarkably special event a birthday. But, really it's an anniversary. It truly is a partnership---a union between my passion for secondhand wares and my passion for blogging. And it's a partnership between me, the blogger, and all of you wonderful readers. Together we have created an online thrift community and I love you all for that, more than you know.

I'd like to thank you all so much for reading, sharing, commenting, for sponsoring me, for shopping from my Etsy store and for thrifting your little hearts out.  

Let's Go Thrifting...the early days.

I've come a long way with Let's Go Thrifting! I've made so many connections, colleagues and friends and hope to continue doing so for a very long time. I have exciting things in the works...interviews..giveaways...thrift styles...thrifty tips and more. 

But until then, grab yourself a piece of cake. Maybe buy a balloon or two and have yourself a thriftacular day!   

Dress: Thrifted
Shrug: Thrifted
Red tights: Lane Bryant, Clearance
Mary Jane T-Strap Wedges: Torrid, Clearance

Thrift Style: The Modness!

A sweet 60s homage. 

In shopping for not one, but two upcoming weddings, I wasn't sure if my basic black cocktail length dress choices had enough oomph. So I decided I'd add some vintage appeal with a little throwback to the 60s. It's all in the details. Ya know?

I just love that shade of Pan Am blue. It was an unexpected departure from the usual classic red nails at evening events. And when I spotted that clutch, I knew I found what my outfit needed. Vintage black sequins and nostalgic blue... paired together. Forget Mad Men. This is about mod women. Namely, me.

Black sequin evening clutch...$6.00 Goodwill East Earl, PA 

Revlon Top Speed Polish in First Class...$4.00 exclusively at Target.

Thank you for flying Pan Am.