Shirt, Brooks Brothers; skirt, BB Dakota (thrifted!); sandals, Coach; sunglasses, kate spade
I am NOT a bargain shopper. I have never been one of those people who go into TJMaxx and find three amazing outfits for $32.95. I cannot go into the Salvation Army or Goodwill to buy clothes ... Sorry, I just can't. And, in the past, when I would get tired of clothes, I would bag them up and put them in the Planet Aid collection bins.
However, a couple years ago, a store opened in Keene called Saks Thrift Avenue. It's a consignment store that only takes "name brand" items and they are very picky about the quality of the clothes, shoes, and accessories they accept.
So recently, instead of donating all my no-longer-worn clothing, I first bring it to Saks Thrift Avenue and see if they'll consign it. And while I'm there, I take a look around and sometimes buy something ...
This skirt is BB Dakota, is my size, and still had the tags on it. It was originally $89.95 and was marked at Saks for $19.99. I had a $6 credit, so this lovely summer skirt only set me back $13.99!
OK, maybe there is something to this whole thrifting thing ...
photo credit: bzzzzgrrrl
Thats a start! Great find at a great price!! The whole outfit looks so fresh and put together. Looking forward to our swap! :)
Posted by: Kate | June 21, 2011 at 21:34
Too funny - I have that same skirt and love it! I bought it in Keene at Moe and wear it all the time. Enjoy!
Posted by: Joanna | June 30, 2011 at 09:26
What a great skirt. I love the flowers, they are perfect for summer.
Posted by: No Guilt Fashion | July 21, 2011 at 09:27
I can totally relate to your non-thrifting mentality. I like to see all of one item laid out in front of me and the most digging I need to do is for my size. The thrift stores can be overwhelming. Although, like you I started taking my stuff to a thrift shop to sell and now I suppose I should hang around a little afterwards to see what I can find. - Katy
Posted by: Katy | July 21, 2011 at 20:28
Cute outfit. I think what you described was babysteps,awww. I will say that not every wants/likes/is willing to thrift! My daughter won't step foot into a thrift store, she says it makes her itch, lol.
Posted by: KandiStyle | July 21, 2011 at 21:01
@Katy - I agree 100% about only digging for your size. I like everything laid out neatly for me, too!
@KandiStyle - I'm with your daughter ... The few times I have gone to the local Salvation Army, I do feel like I'm all itchy afterwards!! Maybe that makes me a shopping snob, but I'm okay with that ... :)
Posted by: Genny | July 21, 2011 at 21:16
That skirt is beyond pretty and I love your take on thrifting name brand items. I host a thrifting link up on my blog each week and I'd love for you to submit your look!
-Meagan
http://spunkychateau.blogspot.com
Posted by: meagan | July 21, 2011 at 23:06
@Meagan - Thank you! I will definitely check out your blog and the nect time I wear thrifted clothes I will link up. Excellent idea!
Posted by: Genny | July 22, 2011 at 08:02
I made my way over here via EBEW
I am so happy to read your post
I am not a "thrift" person either and thought maybe
something was wrong with me
I like you happened into thrifting
I volunteer at an orginization that has a thrift store and sometimes I get to go through the clothes as they come in
Every once in awhile I find a little treasure
great outfit by the way]
brett
Posted by: Silvrgurl | July 28, 2011 at 08:56
@Silvrgurl - I don't believe we are alone in our lack of thrifting! Once in a while is fine, but I also like nice, clean, well-organized stores, too!!
Posted by: Genny | July 28, 2011 at 09:17
I don't know if I could make it without thrifting! I love a good hunt. You did amazing on this skirt. It is seriously cute and very versatile. I love it!
Posted by: Angela | July 30, 2011 at 21:02
Love the skirt! I hope you get into thrifting one day...or... just donate good stuff so i can buy it.
Posted by: jentine | July 30, 2011 at 22:24
@Jentine - I am doing better! I went to my first swap today and now have a lovely new dress and jacket for this fall. I will proudly label them SWAPPED and THRIFTED when I wear them.
Posted by: Genny | July 30, 2011 at 22:33