I started linking up back in November with coffeeandcardigans.com for Thrifter Thursdays, and when I say started I mean only that one time. There has not been a link up since, and I really like the idea of thrift inspired posts, especially when it comes to clothes. There is a lot to find in a local thrift shop, and I have been surprised to find many very close to new looking items.
I have decided to continue on with a thrifty theme, minus the link-up for time being, and for me it will be called the Thursday Thrift. Biweekly, I will be putting together outfits based on some of the new to me items in my collection – I have quite a bit, actually. I am also in need of a closet clean out and there is now a Plato’s Closet close by, so new to me items should be showing up more often. In fact, I almost talked myself into a new clothes shopping ban, but then disregarded it when I last went to Kohl’s and found so many things on super-clearance. (It’s almost like thrift shopping when it is 80% off, right?)
For my first Thursday Thrift, I am talking about cardigans. I have never been one for long sleeved t-shirts. One of the advantages of growing up in a house with a sewing machine is that I could very easily cut and hem my own sleeves, and I did. I might even be able to say I am almost an expert at this because I have done it so much. I get cold kind of easily though, so instead of wearing long sleeved shirts, I choose cardigans. I have always had a thing for finding cardigans at thrift stores and to this day, I still hunt the sweater aisle at my local Goodwill every time I go.
I am picky so I don’t always come home with what I was looking for, but my hunt for a red cardigan is finally over because I have found the one I have wanted.
I had been looking for a few months. It had to be the perfect shade of red. It also had to fit well, and it had to not be too worn. A good brand name wouldn’t hurt either. So two weeks ago when my boy told me he wanted a sweater vest to go with the slacks and dress shirt he didn’t have for a wedding reception we were to attend, we headed to the Goodwill. Immediately we found what he was looking for (all for less than $10.00). Then before we left, I peeked at the red section of the sweater aisle.
I found it! Everything I was looking for, and bonus, Limited brand. I also made a little bit of progress with colorizing my dark wardrobe the day I bought this, double score!
How about you, is there something in particular for which you are a thrift shopper?
|| Sweater – Limited (thrifted) || Dress – Maurice’s (clearance) || Necklace – handmade by me ||
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Hi love!
This is such an adorable outfit and I just love that you found your cardigan at a thrift store. I’ve been an avid thrift shopper since I was really little and my mom and I would go out hunting for treasures in thrift stores. It really is a rush when you find that perfect item you’ve been searching for at a tiny fraction of the cost it would be new. I find that the quality and construction of older clothing can be much, much higher than clothing found in shops today. I bet that around 50% of my wardrobe is thrifted!
Thanks for stopping by my blog and I hope you’ll visit again,
Carly
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I never realized until recently that I really do enjoy thrift shopping. It is something I have always done, but I never stopped to consider all of the great things I have found. Some of my favorites items of clothing have been thrifted!
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Adorable! Great finds! The sweater looks in great condition too! 🙂
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Thanks! Once in a while I luck out and find something almost like-new. 🙂
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Love, love, love the red blazer!! It looks fabulous with that dress!
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Thank you! I really like red, but it is one of those colors, for me, that I don’t want to overdo.
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I live in San Francisco and we have some of the best thrift stores out there. I’ve found a vintage Chanel wallet, vintage Gucci bags, and Marc Jacobs coats for dirt cheap. Amazing stuff.
xoxo,
Jules of Canines & Couture
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Wow, those are great finds! I have never been to San Francisco but if I ever get the chance to go, I will definitely be checking out some thrift stores. Thanks for the comment.
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Thanks for pointing out how Goodwill provided you with such a perfect sweater.
For years I have shopped regularly at Goodwill. I have been amazed by the high quality and tiny cost of clothing, shoes and leather goods.
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And Goodwill also has some great sales that go on throughout the week.
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Pretty sweater good find looking forward to more Thursday thrift finds! Enjoy your blog so much I signed up for email alerts for your posts!
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Thanks, Kathy! I am glad you are enjoying my posts, and thanks for signing up. 🙂
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very cute dress! 🙂
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Thank you! And to me, when they are bought on sale, I like them even more. 🙂
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I like buying on thrift stores when we are not on sale season. I always find beautiful items. I like your sweater.
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Between sale seasons would be a good time for thrift shopping. Thanks for commenting.
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Love it, but of course I would since I love red. I also love the red necklace paired with the sweater…now you just need to put on your red spray paint heels and you will be set! 🙂
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Yes, those would be the best shoes to wear with this! If it doesn’t rain, I just might.
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