Ready, Set...Thrift!

{Location: San Diego, CA}
This past week I went thrifting on my own in Point Loma. With everything that I've taken notes on from my sister Charlene (aka the thrift pro), I wanted to see if I could apply all that I've learned without her being there with me. I didn't do too bad...and I was happy with the items I found!

{Thrift Finds}
I found these tops that were ready to go (no need for alterations). Like I said before, I'm sort of mad for plaid right now, so I was excited when I found this H&M shirt. I am also loving colors and prints. So when I saw this top (Merona from target), I grabbed it right away. Another hauling success!

[Yellow geometric print top- $5.00//Mint plaid button down shirt- $4.00]

I scored these two bags as well. I've been looking for a bright colored bag for Spring time and personally, I just like bags with lots of compartments (both inside and out)! This H&M bag I found fits the bill perfectly! I also found this simple, white clutch that can also be used as a shoulder bag. I'll probably use this when I don't need to carry around too much stuff (i.e., family/friend parties, lunch outings and such).

[Arm/Shoulder bag in Sea Breeze Green- $5.00//Woven straw clutch in white- $4.00]

{Side Note}
I bought a skirt that needed altering. It was way too long. So I gave it to my sister so that she could hem it shorter. I'll post up the before and after picture for that once she finishes.

My sister came down this weekend and gave me the two items that needed salvaging from my previous thrifting trip in Orange County. I was SO pleasantly happy with the turn out! Thank you Charlene, you are awesome!

[Mustard yellow ombre skirt- $1.50]

[Blue leaf print sun dress- $3.00]

{Love}
This dress. It was a little bit on the loose side, so I cinched it in the waist with a belt and voila- perfect fit! I decided to include a picture of the dress on me, so that you can see the difference and how great it looks. Perfect for Spring/Summer time!

{Side Note}
Apparently, thrift stores in San Diego are comparably higher priced than the ones in Orange County...hmm.

Ready, Set...Thrift!

{Location: Irvine and Orange County, CA}
I've caught the thrifting bug! Blame it on my sister! After seeing all of the hauls she's been doing and then salvaging the clothing...I have to admit, it's a pretty shabby chic way to go. I wanted in!

Today, we went thrifting in Newport, Anaheim and La Mirada. I was learning the trick of the trade from Charlene as we were going down the aisles. I didn't realize how many things I have to keep in mind as I scour and dig through all the racks and piles.  Most of the clothes and accessories are pretty up to date, while others were very...vintage-ish & thrifty looking. The most difficult part I think is looking at the older clothing and visualizing how you can make it more modern. Luckily for me, my sister knows how to do basic alterations! So I didn't hesitate to purchase some items that needed salvaging. I'll post the before and after shots of the clothes I bought for salvaging, once Charlene finishes altering them.

{Thrift Finds}
I found these three pieces that were ready to go (no need for alterations). I'm sort of mad for plaid right now and I wanted a color block piece as well. I was also in need of a light weight jacket for spring time...and just like Brad says (from It's a Brad Brad World- love him)....a pop of color can bring your whole look together! Hauling success!

[Cobalt Blue Smock Jacket- $7.00//Color block dress- $1.50//Plum plaid button up shirt- $2.50]

I'm on a mission to accessorize the clothing that I already have...remixing looks and giving it another twist.  I'm really into stretchy belts with novel prints...they can completely change the look of an outfit.

[Stretchy safari print belt with leather front enclosure and brass buckle- $3.99]

I also bought some games/toys for my kiddos! It totally beats paying retail price! I love the fact that I can find  some decent games/toys here for my job. I worried a little bit that some of the games may have missing pieces, but that wasn't the case with the ones I purchased today  :)

{Thrift Finds}
I found three games that I know some of my kiddies will love!

[Clue Jr. Case of the Hidden Toys- $2.99//Fantacolor- $1.99//Cranium Whoonu- $3.99]

Twas a very good thrifting day indeed! All the hours of digging and scouring definitely built up our appetites. Can't go wrong with a burrito bowl at Chipotle for dinner! ;)