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February 21, 2011, 1:02 pm

Before I reveal the specifics of my epic jumpsuit find, I’d like to revisit one of thrift’s greatest truths: The last thing you find is usually the best.Here’s how this usually plays out: You’ve been thrifting for however long it takes to fully exhaust your shopping stamina. You’re hungry; you’re grouchy; you’re running …keep reading Best. Jumpsuit. Ever.
December 8, 2010, 1:14 pm

A vintage Saks Fifth Avenue rabbit fur jacket gets found at Green Village Junk Shop in Brooklyn. With thrift, the last thing you find is often the coup of the day! …keep reading Vintage Rabbit Fur Jacket Found at Bushwick Junk Shop
September 23, 2010, 1:33 pm

Suede platform pumps by Tara Subkoff for Easy Spirit, found at nyc consignment boutique Tokio 7. Mint condition high heels make second hand shoes worth considering. …keep reading Mint Condition Platform Pumps Make Secondhand Shoes Worth Considering
March 16, 2010, 1:59 pm

Barely worn Rich & Skinny high waisted wide leg jeans found at Hell’s Kitchen Salvation Army for $7.99. An inspiring tale of an epic designer denim score. …keep reading You Don’t Have to be Rich to Buy Rich & Skinny Jeans
January 4, 2010, 12:49 pm

A new with tags Theory Cashmere Sweater retails for hundreds of dollars, and costs under fifty at Buffalo Exchange. Cashmere lovers, rejoice. …keep reading NWT Theory at Buff Ex
December 16, 2009, 7:32 pm
Three years ago, Mommy gifted me with what would become my fave transitional coat: A Twill Twenty Two tweed zip-up jacket, trimmed in faux fur. The thing was kickass. STELLAR. Two years of continuous wear resulted in an unraveling exterior and a torn interior, but I wasn’t yet ready to give it …keep reading Why We Shop
October 19, 2009, 1:33 pm

Okay, okay, so I was going to try to be all environmentally conscious and attempt to buy vegan ankle boots. But when you find Salvatore Ferragamo footwear at Beacon’s Closet that’s both aesthetically superior and more cost-friendly than any of its non-leather counterparts you don’t say no. That …keep reading Fabulous Ferragamo Boots
October 15, 2009, 8:13 pm
Hey, I just came across your blog awhile ago, and I’m loving it… no one took my credit card away, I maxed it out all by myself -lol. I used to think thrift = gross… but after taking a good look around I’ve found some amazing things! So thanks for opening my eyes, …keep reading D&G Jean Jacket, Under Twenty Bucks
September 10, 2009, 2:47 pm

When I purchased my Etienne Aigner flat black boots a few months ago, I assumed they’d hold up well into the fall. Not so. That the soles of my most comfortable walking shoes are worn to the point of flip-flopping against the pavement has nothing to do with quality: It has to do with …keep reading Resale Realizes a Buttery Boot Dream
August 3, 2009, 1:06 pm

Average price, J Brand Denim: $180. Average price, Hussein Chayalan for J Brand Denim: $250. Sale price, J Brand Love Story Flares: $125.30. I’m pretty sucky at math, so I used a handy dandy online conversion percent calculator to determine the following. The dollar amount of what I …keep reading The Gently-Worn J Brand Alternative
July 9, 2009, 2:30 pm
So I was browsing TJ Maxx, and stumbled upon this awesome white Tahari Blazer on clearance for $29!! I live in Columbus, Ohio and find myself perpetually jealous of the plethora of high quality thrift shops New York has, and was therefore completely ecstatic to find this …keep reading Tahari at TJ Maxx
June 23, 2009, 12:08 pm

A shopper snags Ralph Lauren Black Label bolero jacket at Marshalls for fifteen bucks. Epic score alert. …keep reading Ralph Lauren Black Label At…Marshalls?!
June 2, 2009, 12:16 pm

The Diane von Furstenberg sample sale causes women to behave like animals. Avoid the insanity by shopping DVF dresses for less at resale stores. …keep reading Discount DVF Exists (just not at the semi-annual sale)
May 8, 2009, 12:30 pm

Killer Etienne Aigner tall flat back boots found on Burlington Coat Factory’s clearance rack. Well-made and waterproof – loves it! …keep reading Killer Boots, Courtesy Burlington Coat Factory
March 3, 2009, 3:40 pm

Cheap JAP takes anti thrift friend to Housing Works thrift store. A satin DKNY tuxedo blazer causes friend to reconsider shopping second hand apparel. …keep reading DKNY Satin Blazer Prompts Newbie Cheap JAP Breakthrough Moment
October 16, 2008, 1:57 pm

A Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent chiffon dress found at nyc thrift store Monk. Screw designer discount stores like Loehmanns. Second hand is the real deal. …keep reading Designer Discount Dress Alert
October 7, 2008, 1:55 pm

Shopping thrift stores like Good will is challenging. Being broke and determined helps. The proof is in the vintage Elie Tahari blazer snagged for less than fifteen bucks. …keep reading Where There’s a (Good) Will…
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