{ Snow Day }

Well consignment kitties, it's been quite a while since I've made it back to the blog and it feels long overdue. So with that being said, we're back in black (and other colors)! 

Today's theme is snow day and features pictures that I've taken over the past two weeks. Hopefully all of you are getting back into the grind of spring semester somewhat comfortably--I know I'm making it there ever so slowly. Anyways, let it known forever and always that thrifting gives you plenty of opportunities to: 

1) Save money

2) Recycle clothing

3) Re-purpose clothing

4) Find unique piece

5) Save more money

There's never a bad time to thrift, but definitely more advantageous times (dollar days, my friends). Today, my best friend Tarah and I adventured out in the snowy weather to study at one of our favorite coffee shops, MoJava. Wesleyan graciously gave a snow day and it was definitely one of the most relaxing and fun-filled days I've had in a while. After studying we went to the Salvation Army and Goodwill on the hunt for formal dresses and ended up finding lots of other great pieces. Below are pictures of some of them, as well as older photos I've taken.

Remember, thrifted is good for your wallet and wardrobe. Also, continue to be yourself with style, even if the awkward Goodwill clerk tries to get you down about your style purchases. Who wants to dress like everyone else anyways?

Top: $1, thrifted from Goodwill

Belt: Free, came with skirt from Target

Jeans: $20 (originally $125), a great sale buy from J. Crew

Jacket/kimono: $20, thrifted from Scout (Omaha)

Top: $12, T.J. Maxx

Jeans: $20, American Eagle Outfitters

Shoes: $4, thrifted from Goodwill

Necklace: Free, handcrafted by my friend Juan

Sunglasses: $12, Target

Top: $12, Target

Sweater: $15, Target

Jacket: $12, thrifted from Lily Pads

Scarf: Free, borrowed from my stylish roommate Caitlin

Dress: $20, Urban Outfitters

Tights: Free, also borrowed from Caitlin

Boots: $25, Target

Purse: Free, from my sister, Urban Outfitters

Dress: $5, thrifted from Goodwill

Overalls: $5, thrifted from Goodwill

{this was the purchase of the day; been on the prowl for some of these for the longest time}

Romper: $5, thrifted from the Salvation Army

Glasses: $2, thrifted from Goodwill

{photo cred to Tarah; never not down to thrift}

Stay stylish and cozy, everyone!

Vega

Last night I went to see AZP and Desert Noises at Vega. It was easily one of the best concerts I've ever been to. My friend Sophie and I showed up late and found out AZP wasn't playing, but two other local openers, Blet and Oketo were going to play before DN. I didn't care for Blet, but I now have a love affair with Oketo. Those boys were SO stylish and great musicians. They were all under 21 as well, so I was more than impressed. Desert Noises finally came on at midnight and I was standing at the edge of the stage. Words cannot describe how fantastic they were. They played an hour and a half long set and then we all cheered for an encore. They ran back on stage and started playing Dime in my Pocket. They also pulled us up on stage with them to dance. My life was literally MADE. I haven't had this good of a Friday in a long time. Here are pictures from the concert!

[Desert Noises]

 

[Oketo] 

Dolla Holla

Well everyone, we made it to the end of the week and I don't know about you, but nothing has ever felt so sweet. It's been a crazy one and I've missed posting, so here we are! This morning I sang for recitals; my lovely music major friends were also featured. Here is a picture of us all looking dashing. Gavin, Sophie, and Cassi are all fantastic people and extremely talented.

We all had a great time performing, but I think there was a sigh of relief following, knowing that we won't have to freak out again for a little bit. Anyways, what I really want to focus on in this post is thrifting and the Friday DOLLA HOLLA. The Goodwill in Lincoln has a 10 for 10 weekend once a month and today happened to be the beginning of this month's mad rush of sales. I went with some of the Willards and we each took home a fantastic haul. I managed to snag some great vintage, as well as more modern pieces and only managed to spend $14 (the shoes I bought weren't a dollar, but were too cute not to pass up). Here are some pictures of the things I scored today.

[Mossimo (Target) moto skinnies]

[Vintage shell with rose print]

[Vintage floral print slouchy top]

[Vintage woven sweater]

[Old school American Eagle top]

[Perfect vintage floral print dress picked out by Tarah]

[Vintage woven flats]

[Slouchy tee]

[Another slouchy tee with a vintage wash]

[Vintage gauzy beach top]

[Vintage striped pullover]

The key to finding awesome thrifted items is to go often and buy things that you can work into your wardrobe. After all, you're only spending a dollar; it's so affordable! I'm obsessed with prints, but have some plain skirts and shorts that will complement the printed tops I bought. The more simple tops will go with my printed skirts, jeans, or leggings. One of my favorite parts of thrifting is finding pieces that have character to them. It's fun to have something a little different that no one else does! Anyways, happy Friday, have a fantastic weekend and look for more posts this weekend. I'm going to see Desert Noises and AZP tonight, so check back for stuff about that:)