I just love when someone compliments my outfit and asks me where I got it from and I respond with, " I got it at a thrift store and it only cost me $3!" No better feeling than finding a Banana Republic sweater for only $3! Friends always ask me for advice on thrift shopping. In this post I will share some tips on successful thrift shopping. Good luck and thrift on!
Be Selective
Don't buy stuff just because it's cheap. You will find yourself with a bunch of junk you will never end up wearing. Ask yourself if you are really going to wear it and how you will style it. I like to quickly think of ways I can style an item to see if it's realistic. See it as an investment to your wardrobe.
Inspect
Make sure you inspect items closely for any tears, stains, missing buttons, broken zippers, etc. If a piece of clothing requires to much work to fix don't bother buying it. Chances are it will be in your closet forgotten about. Most thrift stores are final sale, so be sure to find out what return policy is. Be patient and make sure you have had some food and coffee before heading out. Thrift shopping can be very time consuming.
Go Often
Go to your local thrift stores often and early. Find out what days they stock the store for new items. The more often you go the more likely you will score on great items. Hurry before anyone beats you to it!
Just Grab It
When you find an item you like, grab it and throw it in your cart. Later when you go to try everything on you can inspect it. I find that when I try things on I notice things I didn't notice while it was on the hanger. If you find something that doesn't quite fit, but is good quality and in good condition, take it! You can have items tailored and hemmed.
Quality Over Quantity
Look for name brands and know what the item originally retails for. If there is an unfamiliar brand I always like to google it. Sometimes I find that it is a really high-end brand. Major score!
Here are a few items I found over the weekend
Jessica xoxo
Fine Italian Merino sweater by Banana Republic $3.25
Limited Edition Gap jeans $5
British Khaki skirt $3
