Try and guess how much I paid for this skirt suit. Go ahead…$300? Nope. $150? Haha, no. $65? Give up yet? 30 bucks. At a church’s “opportunity shop” near my old apartment in DC. So many people—friends, coworkers, and strangers—are amazed that I scored this gem for so cheap, but it’s not as easy as […]
How-to: Cutting the Perfect Off-the-Shoulder Tee
Does this sound familiar? I love to buy band tees but I hate the boys’ crew neck! It would look so much better if it were off-the shoulder, but I don’t want to have to replace the shirt because I cut the neckline too big the first time 🙁 No worries ladies! Luckily, this is an […]
The Joys of Thrifting pt. 1: High-Waisted Pants
“Pre-owned,” “Vintage,” “Thrifted,” “Secondhand“—no matter how you phrase it it boils down to you purchasing used garments. The idea of buying “pre-owned” garments may make you squeemish, but I HIGHLY recommend trying it before you come to that conclusion. From vintage stores to thrift stores (yes, there is a difference) to the good ol’ Salvation […]
Great Find, Make it Fit: Tall Gladiator Sandals
Does this look familiar to anyone? As much as I love finding unique pieces to add to my wardrobe, I often forget the unfortunate truth that not all people fit a “one size fits all.” In this instance: not all gladiators fit all calves. Luckily, this is an easy fix with the help of a […]