My Style: A little update...

So, earlier this past week, I graduated from college! Sad thing is, even though I have a Bachelor of Arts degree, I will still be working a crap job this summer. It's for convenience, as I want to go on vacation with my family this summer, and where I work will allow me to take off. Still, all summer, I will be job hunting for a good job. So, you can expect me to show off some thrifty finds that are job interview appropriate.

Here are some photos of my friends and I all dressed up for at 1970s themed party:

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I am wearing a vintage dress from Goodwill that I bought recently for only $4!! I added a waist belt and cowboy boots.

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Both Sara and Kelly look fabulous!

Rest in peace, Ronnie James Dio.

On May 16th, we lost another great rock legend, Dio. And because this blog isn't just about thrift stores, but also about edgy fashion, I thought it would be appropriate to honor him.



His taste in clothing may not have been stellar, but he definitely tried to look like a rocker. Dio has been a part of a ton of musical acts, but he rose to fame when he replaced Ozzy Osbourne as the frontman of Black Sabbath. Dio later moved on to head the band he's most known for, Dio, who we can credit songs like "Holy Diver" and "Don't Talk to Strangers" to.  He was a very talented vocalist and songwriter and will be sorely missed.

Street Fashion Round-up: 6 Looks You Can Recreate with Thrift Store Finds

I've collected some spring and summer appropriate looks from street fashion sites that are totally doable on a thrift store budget. You won't be able to exactly replicate the look, but with some Goodwill trips and using what you've already got, you could work these looks into your own outfits.

1. Loose fitting blouse / ripped skinny jeans combo



Dolman style tops are really easy to find in retails stores right now. I got a purple dolman sleeve top at DEB for $3 off of the clearance rack a few months ago. But, hello, this style was popular in the 70s, 80s, and 90s, so it's definitely possible for you to find something similar in thrift stores with a little hunting. Grab a pair of snug fitting light wash jeans, tear if you wish, and voila! This woman has spiced up the outfits with accessories, like her rad sunglasses.

2. Blazer / oversized tee / opaque tights / slouchy boots



Every thrift store has at least one rack of blazers. A few weeks ago I got three New York & Co blazers for work for just $5 each! Oversized teeshirts are overabundant in places like Goodwill and the Salvation army. Vintage slouchy boots are more sought after, but as you saw in a past entry, it's possible to find them for good prices.

3. Layering different prints, fabrics, textures, eras...



This outfit combines so much at once without looking bad. There are some expensive pieces in this outfit -- like the Alexander McQueen sheer scarf (if it's authentic), but even this can be replicated with thrift store finds. Most thrift stores and vintage boutiques have a rack divoted to scarves. The metallic shoes might be a challenge. However, there are a lot of 80s and 90s esque items in this outfit that are likely to be found while thrifting.

Here are some other cool looks:

New additions to my etsy store...

Wanted to show off some of my new "inventory."

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Whoop whoop!

Hottie of the day... Chris Cornell in the 90s!

Since I am entrenched in finals, graduation is looming over my head like a dark cloud, I thought I'd procrastinate but gathering up some sizzling photos of Chris Cornell from the 90s. It is my firm belief that 90s Cornell is much superior to the modern day Cornell. That gorgeous, gorgeous curly hair... To die for.









Enjoy.