Reading + Refashion with Walmart Best Plans

This shop has been compensated by #CollectiveBias and its advertiser, Walmart Family Mobile . All opinions are mine alone.  Having #MyDataMyWay means lots of audiobook downloads while working on diy projects. I'm currently reading Three Wishes by Liane Moriarty and covering up stains on a tee wit…

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Fast Fashion from Goodwill

I'm not much of a fast fashion kind of girl and $15 (retail not thrift) dresses aren't how I want to build my closet. Every now and again, I come across a flimsy dress that captures my heart. That would be this semi backless cutie from my last Goodwill thrift haul .

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{DIY} Scented Sachets with Love2Love Fine Fragrances

This shop has been compensated by #CollectiveBias and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. The scented sachets diy is  inspired by Love2Love fine fragrances.  Find more great Mother's Day gift ideas by following  #L2LMom on Twitter. I have a vintage purse in my closet that was given to me b…

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{Earth Day} The 3Rs in Fashion

Happy Earth Day! If you're a thriftanista then you are already contributing to the earth's well being. Of course, there's more that can be done. Did you know 85% of unwanted clothing, footwear, and household textiles are winding up in the trash? Only 15% is reused or recycled. Here'…

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Orange + Grey for a Rainy Day

When I found this orange skirt last year during my Atlanta thrift haul , I had no idea that I would actually be living here. Funny how life works. The skirt had a huge, sporty pocket on the front that I removed immediately and made it more functional in my closet. If you haven't noticed, I don&…

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5 Things to Do in Kenya That Don't Involve Safaris

You may or may not be surprised to know that I'm an urban girl. I'm not into backpacking, camping, and roughing it. I've never had an interest in safaris either. Big uncaged animals? No thanks. Too much nature for me. I was a little scared during my first and only safari especially whe…

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How African Prints Instantly Upgrade An Outfit

While hanging out at the airport on my way to Uganda, I spotted a woman in a gorgeous african print blazer. I made a mental note of the design just in case I got my sewing mojo back. A few days later, my sister in law introduces me to her custom ankara outfits and pulls out this jacket.

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Lazy Girl Guide to Thrifting

I'm back but I'm very tired. My BFF was kind enough to donate a guide to thrifting - the lazy girl way. Venita is a New Orleans born, Chicago based traveling, cooking, reading, news watching, sports loving beer drinker - in fierce heels. Plus she's a seasoned thrifter. Enjoy. I'm la…

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Pinterest ThriftFit

My Mocha Fab  is back again with another guest post. This time featuring a Pinterest inspired thrift store outfit. Enjoy! Pinterest has definitely given my wardrobe and thrifting adventures their life! I’m a budding fashionista and thrift queen so to speak. I always find and pick great pieces but nev…

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7 DIYs to Update Spring Style

Before you put those winter clothes away and splurge on your new spring wardrobe, think about doing some simple DIYs to update your style for little to no money -- the thrifty way!

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{DIY} Journal Pen Holder

Hey there! I am the creator of Always PHREA , which is a lifestyle blog that focuses on the young emerging leader providing them with resources to discover endless possibilities. I’m excited to guest blog for Thriftanista in the City, and I hope you enjoy it as well. You may visit my blog at www.alw…

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20 Amazing Refashion Bloggers to Follow

I follow some pretty amazing refashion bloggers that know their way around a DIY and can turn old clothes or ugly thrift finds into fashion forward and stylish pieces. Some of my favorites are listed below. Enjoy! refashioned skirt from sequin dress

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{DIY} Thrifted Dresser + Night Stand the Lazy Girl’s Way

Hello Thriftanistas, my friend from My Mocha Fab graciously agreed to guest post for me today as I am still on vacation. She's a girl after my own heart as an entrepreneur, thrifter, and diy-er. Check out this super simple thrifted dresser and night stand DIY! Thrifting has become the new desig…

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