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Monday, July 16, 2012

Thrifting 101


Hey guys, I hope you had a great weekend. Mines was very lax, I went out and enjoyed the weather. It wasn't a stay in the house type of weekend for me. I actually went to the mall at some point too and got 2 pairs of pants from H&M and a pair of leggings from Forever 21. Let me know if you would like to see them. They were pretty basic so I didn't feel a picture was needed. However, I don't call myself a "Budgetnista" for nothing. The pants from H&M were only $12.50 each! & the leggings from Forever 21 were $12.80. 

This brings me to my "Greatest find" lol. Not really, But it is this denim JCrew jacket I purchased at the thrift store for $9.99 !! I'm so excited because I've been wanting a denim jacket so bad! They've been sold out in Old Navy, Macy's, H&M and Forever 21. I was almost about to buy one from American Eagle Outfitters for $50.00 Sunday! But my mind kept telling me to wait until I check thrift stores again. Back home, I came across a vintage Denim jacket at a thrift store and put it back (God knows why) and that had been haunting me ever since lol Now that can finally be put to rest because I found a great one! & its my size, Small! 

A Woman's J Crew Denim Jacket retails from  $295 - $95. I got a great deal!





What are your favorite thrift store finds?

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43 comments:

  1. HEYLJ.COMJuly 16, 2012 at 10:52 PM

    Lovely blog :) Finding great deals make my day.

    HEYLJ
    http://www.heylj.com/

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  2. Naty MicheleJuly 16, 2012 at 11:08 PM

    Thanks for the comment on my blog am now following back! Love this post because thrift shops have amazing finds. I actually sell a lot of my things at my local thrift shop. You scored with that denim jacket! :)

    aloveaffairwithfashion.blogspot.com

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    1. AshleyJuly 17, 2012 at 3:45 PM

      I give away so much stuff to thrift stores every year, it's like a trade for a trade lol

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  3. Raliat OyinlolaJuly 16, 2012 at 11:30 PM

    Great find! I never been thrift shopping before. but I hope to soon.

    Thanks for visiting my blog and commenting...:) I am already following your blog as RaliatO.

    xoxo
    http://rallydfashionfanatic.blogspot.com

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    1. AshleyJuly 17, 2012 at 3:45 PM

      Go! try it out! lol it's a lot of fun. You'll be surprised at what you can find!

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  4. RobbiJuly 16, 2012 at 11:33 PM

    ahhh this makes me want to start thrifting!

    robbi
    peacelovenhair.blogspot.com

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  5. Rose ModeJuly 16, 2012 at 11:49 PM

    I love thrift store, Do you live in NY? I am going there in August =)

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    1. AshleyJuly 17, 2012 at 3:51 PM

      yeah, currently for the summer. you should definateky check out their thrift stores.

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  6. MalibuMaraJuly 16, 2012 at 11:53 PM

    Nice thrifting advice! I always try to find ways to alter stuff I find in thrift stores. and I want to see your H&M pants!
    -MalibuMara

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  7. LisetteJuly 17, 2012 at 12:36 AM

    That jacket is super cute! What a great find :) I have one just like that from Jcrew! I know that it will look absolutely fabulous on you
    xx

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  8. UnknownJuly 17, 2012 at 12:41 AM

    excellent find! my favorite is this crochet vest I found in St. Louis, I've had it for years and love it!

    xo SideSmile,
    Ashley

    SideSmile Style Blog

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    1. AshleyJuly 17, 2012 at 3:55 PM

      Sounds so cute! Is there a picture on your blog?!

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  9. IonelaJuly 17, 2012 at 1:42 AM

    I love your blog! This post is awesome!
    Check out my blog, write your opinion and maybe...follow?
    Where are you from?

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    1. AshleyJuly 17, 2012 at 3:56 PM

      Thanks so much, I'm orginally from Chicago, but I'm currently in NYC

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  10. Jenee C.July 17, 2012 at 1:46 AM

    Fantastic! I never walk into thrift stores because of the simple fact that it is rather overwhelming... well having two kids in tow doesn't help either. Really loving all the contents on your blog. I'm your newest follower. WOuld love for you to stop by my blog something.

    xx Jenee C.
    http://camomeetscouture.blogspot.com

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    1. AshleyJuly 17, 2012 at 3:57 PM

      You should leave the kids at home and try it out lol Then bring home some DIY projects you can do with them. I'll definately check your blog out!

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  11. Joy ShanaJuly 17, 2012 at 2:29 AM

    Love the denim jacket, amazing thrift find:)
    http://shana-style.blogspot.com

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  12. AnonymousJuly 17, 2012 at 5:04 AM

    perfect jacket!
    follow you!if you want check out my blog!

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    1. AshleyJuly 17, 2012 at 3:57 PM

      Sure, no problem, I'll definately check it out!

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  13. AnnJuly 17, 2012 at 5:22 AM

    That is indeed a cool find.
    Oh I remember the days when almost everyone has a denim jacket
    even the babies. I have I think 3 Guess? denim jacket and a Levi's.

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    1. AshleyJuly 17, 2012 at 3:59 PM

      I know! If only I still had mines from growing up to look at lol I'm starting my collection, hopefully I find another one. I really want to DIY spike the shoulders.

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  14. Bessana BlueJuly 17, 2012 at 5:36 AM

    Followed you back dear ;)

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  15. FlorenceceJuly 17, 2012 at 9:51 AM

    be creative- it's the best!

    i love your blog!

    florencece.blogspot.com ♥ join to my world!

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  16. TemiJuly 17, 2012 at 10:22 AM

    Love this guide! Such a great find! Your blog is so cool, i really like how you lay out your posts and give us tips and tricks! Thank you!

    Temi xo STYLISH WHISPERS

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    1. AshleyJuly 17, 2012 at 3:59 PM

      Thanks Temi! You already know I adore your blog!

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  17. noraaradiJuly 17, 2012 at 12:11 PM

    Amazing! Nice items!

    http://mesmemosphotoblog.blogspot.com/

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  18. AshleyJuly 17, 2012 at 4:00 PM

    Thanks soo much! I'll totally check yours out too!

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  19. Thrifted ShiftJuly 17, 2012 at 7:27 PM

    Great find on that jacket! Good job!
    --Vivienne

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  20. eelsayJuly 18, 2012 at 7:14 PM

    That is a great find! I love that high feeling i get when i find something like this at a thrift store.

    www.theluxuryrehab.com

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  21. KimberlyJuly 18, 2012 at 8:06 PM

    If there's one thing I must admit, it's that I am not a thrifter. I'm kind of intimidated by the idea of it and feel as if I don't know enough to do it well! This breakdown was so necessary for girls like me! Thanks so much for sharing!!

    Kimberly
    Kimberlyluxe.com

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  22. Leila July 19, 2012 at 4:39 PM

    super cute! thanks for stopping by! def following you!

    xo-Leila

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  23. ScarletteJuly 25, 2012 at 2:01 AM

    Love your tips at the end! Great blog, did you want to follow eachother?

    Scarr xx
    http://scarlette910.blogspot.com.au/

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  24. UnknownJuly 26, 2012 at 9:10 AM

    You americans i love that art for thrifting that you have it sounds almost like an intricate hobby. Over here in the UK we say what "you bought that in a charity shop?" Charity has a lot of negative connotations that you can not afford first hand clothes when really you can get some cute vintage and one-of-a-kind items. Yep londoners are quite snobby when it comes to "thrifting"...but I would love to do it...one day!

    Nice blog..

    Naii
    xoxo
    blackcheribeauty.blogspot.com

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  25. UnknownJuly 27, 2012 at 7:46 PM

    Great Blog!!! I love it...

    http://thecreativechicc.blogspot.com/

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  26. fox hunterJuly 30, 2012 at 6:59 PM

    congrats, this jacket is so cool! i love thrifting too, well more "ebaying" hehe :-) bought the most amazing denim jacket for 1€ aha mumma's proud 8)

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  27. ShariGoldAugust 23, 2012 at 12:45 AM

    this is so true, i recently went into a thrift store talk about overwhelmed and stressed out lol. I took out my bottle water took a sip and regrouped. all thought i didnt find anything, i was able to see what awesome stuff laid in a thrift store great post.

    www.mycurlsmyfashion.com

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