Fifty Thrifty

Every year, around this time, my best friend Jackie and I make a massive thrifting journey. We wake up fairly early and go to the best secret spots outside the city.

This time though I gave myself a budget because one of my goals in 2014 is to be smarter about money, saving, and being more aware of my spending happens. Hence this idea of "Fifty Thrifty!"

Armed with $50, my camera, and a plan - we set out on our adventure! (note - not everything pictured are things I bought. Inspired Thrifting Eye Candy.)

4 hours, 3 stores, and 2 very stuffed bags later I came up in the world. (As did Jackie - it was a good hunting day) Now, not only did I find some great items for myself but also came across amazing pieces I can sell. (You know, make that money back) AND I still have $3.76 left of my original $50. 

Not bad.

 

  

*Label Mates -

LOOK AT LABELS! I can't stress this enough. If you see an item in great or even fairly good condition check the label to see if it's a super nice brand. Case in point - I found this Pendleton Blazer for $10 and usually they could run at least $45-60 at high end Thrift stores.

 

*Another example - This label just looked mad fancy and cool to me, so I picked it up. Then I googled the brand and found out these jackets can run for $700 - $1,500 full retail! Which means I can sell this bad boy for a very pretty pretty penny.

*What2Wear - I think I've touched on the subject of what you should wear when you going thrifting before but just a reminder here you go:

A sweatshirt/baggy/or cozy shirt that is easy to take off & on.

Tank top under shirt so you can keep that on while trying things on too.

Leggings (That way you don't need to take them off when you try pants on)

Comfy shoes that are easy to take off & on. (Don't forget socks!)

NO accessories! Do not be distracted by that stuff. Notice - no earrings, necklaces, bracelets or rings.

        

The sweatshirt (gift from my mommy - Christmas. As you may know I LOVE skulls.)

Leggings (Target) x Converse

Flannel (Goodwill) x Jean Jacket (Goodwill)

Tank Top (underneath - H&M)

medusa.

For those who follow my twitter or instagram you know that I dyed my hair, yet again. I am no longer a  brunette, a red head, or even a grape head. I am rocking green locks. It's kind of wild.

Yesterday after some much needed thrifting (pictures below) my friend j.mean went back to my house where we did karaoke (thanks to youtube videos) then I cleaned my room and she watched a movie.

      

Now, while cleaning my room I found a jar of hair dye and thought "Why not?" The color was blue but because of my natural highlights came out green.

 

Of course I was shocked at first (price you pay for dying your hair at home) but after seeing all the great green tones that have been walking the runway at New York fashion week; I am ready for fall. And over some time I am in love with it!

 

(My boyfriend is still trying to get use to it.)

Shirt (Crop Top - Nordstrom Rack) $7.00 x Jeans (thrift store) $10.00

sweatshirt (H&M) $20.00 x Army Jacket (Army Surplus) $5.00

flats (target) $15.00 x necklace (goodwill) $1.00

pop up shop!

Over the weekend I was able to check out a really unique and fun pop up shop that was put together by a bunch of people in Seattle. My friend Paulina put me on and I was able to shop her closet as well as a bunch of other extremely well dressed individuals.

I went with J. mean and the boyfriend. We all left very happen, slightly me more than them because I went in! I mean most of the people selling their stuff are people who's style I've admire from a far, so yes, I was geeky out slightly.

The talented photographer and homie Avi caught all the best action over on his blog. But these are just a few snaps I was able to get.

I hope they are able to do it again or something like it! Got some great items that I know I'll be posting soon. Here's a little example from UrbanExchange's instagram: