For the longest time, I thought thrifted bathing suits were a little gross — it was like purchasing used under garments. I would never venture to section of the thrift store that housed the chlorine-scented swimwear. However, in the past few years, thrifting bathing suits has really grown on me and I realized that I’ve … Continue reading
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Spring Earrings of the Decades
For the past couple of months, I’ve had an itch to amp up my collection of vintage and contemporary earrings. I really wanted some that were true statement pieces, as well as ones that I could wear with my everyday outfits. I’ve been venturing all around DC to find some gems, and have definitely been … Continue reading
A Petite Girl’s Thrift Haul #15: Marc Jacobs, DVF, Helmut Lang, and more!
I can’t believe it’s already almost March! I feel like the end of last year, and the start of this year has flown by so quickly. Maybe it’s been because of the erratic weather? Who knows…. But what I do know, is that the year is the same as last year’s in terms of thrift … Continue reading
DC/MD Thrift Store Review #2: Unique of Wheaton, MD
This second thrift store review is about the Unique Thrift on Veirs Mill Rd. in Wheaton, MD. It is located very close to DC, but is not that easily accessible by metro. Many buses go by this location, but I typically travel by car. This Unique is one of many in the DMV, and is … Continue reading
A Petite Girl’s Thrift Haul #14: Best of October-November
Happy December! The past months have been great for thrifting I must say. Although, I’ve been going during the peak days and hours (Saturdays and Sundays), I have certainly found my fair share of awesome goods. Thrifted garments include vintage pieces, BCBG, Nasty Gal, DVF, Marc Jacobs, Tory Burch, and Lanvin. This post will only … Continue reading
DC/MD Thrift Store Review #1: Goodwill of Rockville
Lo and behold, this is the first installment of my series of reviews of DC/MD thrift stores. Shops will span Bethesda, Rockville, Olney, Gaithersburg, Silver Spring, Wheaton, and DC. My first feature for this series is the Goodwill in Rockville. I’ve been going to the Goodwill in Rockville for years! It is located on Boiling Brook … Continue reading
A Petite Girl’s Thrift Haul #13: Etro, DVF, Pucci……
I am sooooo happy that Fall is finally here. It’s my favorite part of the year not only because the weather is the definition of perfection, but also because it is full of the best holidays. My birthday is October 13th, Halloween is fast approaching, and Thanksgiving is next month. So that I can dress … Continue reading
Goodwill Fashion Show: Let’s Get to Work
I could not have had a more amazing Wednesday evening. Last night, I had the opportunity to attend this year’s annual Goodwill Fashion Show and had an unforgettable experience. Not only did I get a chance to learn more about Goodwill’s efforts with providing job opportunities to the public, but I was also able to … Continue reading
A Petite Girl’s Thrift Haul #12: August!
Happy September, all! Summer is almost over, and Fall is fast approaching — my favorite season. This summer has had its ups and downs, but nonetheless, I’ve been thrifting like none other. This post goes out to Joan Rivers, the ever-so- fashionable woman who might have appreciated some of my designer scores. This month I … Continue reading
A Petite Girl’s Thrift Haul #10: A Busy June
As the title of this post states, I’ve have a VERY busy June. With school ending and internships/jobs commencing, I’ve had barely anytime to thrift. However, during the random occasions when I did visit the thrift store, I really hit the jackpot. This month’s haul includes clothing from Goodwill, and Unique Thrift. Finds not shown below … Continue reading