End of Summer Thrift Haul

We're approaching the end of summer and I am still thrifting hot weather clothes. I should probably focus on how I'm going to store all of the great treasures I've found the past 3 months. With this thrift haul, I didn't spend as much as I did at Unclaimed Baggage  but I was a littl…

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DIY Pick a Pocket

There comes a time in every thriftanista's life when she has to pick a pocket or two. Pockets are easy to remove and can be just the minor change to transform the look of a piece. The orange maxi skirt went from sporty to casual cool. The pocket on this dress was just disrespectful so it had to…

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Thrift Style Fashion Thing

My 80's denim skirt is broken in and comfortable with fun details like a faux front pocket and a metal designer tag. It sits high on the waist with a long zip fly. ''Fashion is what people tell you to wear. Style is what comes from your own inner thing.'' I happened upon the quo…

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Thrifting is Cardio. Snack Food is Good for You.

Exercise is not my favorite activity but thrifting is. It does get me moving. Take a trip to my gym and discover how I justify my shopaholic ways as cardio. I've also discovered a treat within a treat with the most delicious on the go snack I've ever tasted.

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DIY Ankara Print Sandals

Because of my deep affection of all things ankara, I gave an old pair of thrifted peep-toe sandals a new look by covering them in a yummy african print fabric.

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4 Ways to Rock a Scarf This Fall

This post is compensated by Dryel  -- an amazing sponsor who make Thriftanista in the City possible. I  love wearing scarves and they are my favorite fall accessory. Dryel keeps them fresh, clean and ready to be styled! I cannot resist thrift store scarves. They come in so many beautiful colors. They…

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DIY Leave-In Conditioner and Other Treatments for Thirsty Locs

Pantene provided me with compensation and product for review. The opinions I have shared are my own. One of the great things about having loc'd natural hair is that it is super low maintenance. There's no combing or brushing required. Wash day can be a bit of a struggle. It's easier now…

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How to Find Thrift Store Goodies

I wasn't sure a drop waist dress was quite my style but I liked the color blocking and the casual but structured look of the dress. I gave it a try and I'm glad to have found yet another style that works for me. While it wasn't my idea of a thrift store score, it did turn out to be a g…

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blu PLUS+ e-Cig Gift and DIY Vintage Inspired Carrying Case

This shop has been compensated by #CollectiveBias and its advertiser. Readers must be 18 years of age or older. All opinions are mine alone. #bluPLUS One of my favorite things to do in Atlanta is hookah with my friend. I decided to buy a smaller, portable substitute so that we can enjoy the experi…

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Make a Statement Necklace DIY

I made a last-ditch effort to hold on to a couple of necklaces from my jewelry stash. I discovered a few pieces that I don't wear but I want to keep them anyway. I grabbed a can of spray paint and in under 30 minutes I was wearing a new statement necklace!

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SAHM Summer Style Trifecta

This is my idea of summer time mom style perfection -- a pull on day dress, light jewelry, and a comfortable yet stylish wedge. I'm glad that perfection can be found at my favorite stores and most of it is thrifted.

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