Would you believe this outfit is thrifted? Well, if you read the title then you would 😉 Lately I’ve been doing some Goodwill challenges for fun and to challenge my styling ability. I also wanted to show that it’s possible to put together chic looks everywhere…you might just have to do a little searching and experimenting. Here are my chic Goodwill finds and the outfit I put together!
My Chic Summer Goodwill Finds
For this post, I was going for a chic summer vacation look with pieces that I could wear again. Because you know that’s what I’m all about.
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I’ve seen white cropped flare pants everywhere lately, so I thought they’d be a great staple for this look.
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I paired it with a striped shirt because no matter where you get it from, stripes will always be a classic. And they look great in summer. This blazer is linen which I also believe is a staple for this season!
The shoes just had that summer European vibe that I thought complemented the look. However, the bag (oh and the sunglasses) were not a Goodwill find. Though I’ve seen a lot of straw type bags there! Trends always come back around and when styles like vintage and 80’s come back there’s always a surplus of “trends” you can find at thrift stores. So there’s your tip for the day! If you want to try out a trend and barely pay anything for it, check out a thrift store first (though, sidenote, thrift stores are getting more expensive lately I’ve been noticing and sometimes it does make more sense to buy new).
All in all, it was a fun time putting together this outfit and I liked the end result. I enjoyed finding some gold nuggets amongst the not so great nuggets 😉
You can’t shop this exact look (besides the bag) but here are some similar pieces to recreate this look:
-sunglasses-local boutique (similar here, here, and here)
-striped top (similar here, here, and here)
-white culottes (similar here, here, and here)
-linen blazer (similar here, here, and here)
-sandals (similar here, here, and here)
Have you ever had any luck thrifting?
Related Fashion Posts:
- How to Wear All White in Summer
- 7 Easy Outfit Formulas for Summer
- 10 Tips on How to Shop for Clothes at a Thrift Store
Cute pieces!! Thank you for sharing the links <3
XO
Candace
http://www.thebeautybeau.com
You are welcome 🙂
i donate regularly to thrift stores – there are alwys great finds!
So true!
This is such a cute outfit babe. I love the stripes and the color tones!
Kileen
cute & little
I feel like that’s a classic look wherever you get it!
I’m utterly shocked that this is a thrift store outfit. Like, seriously, can I have your skills? I go into Goodwill and all I see are old prom dresses and gross sweaters hahah. I do not have the thrifting ability whatsoever!
Haha well thank you! And don’t worry, I’ve seen tons of prom dresses too haha!
I love thrifting but it definitely takes a lot of patience! I feel like you always manage to find the chicest pieces though – I love this effortlessly chic.casual look!
Well thanks so much! And I agree, patience really is the key. Sometimes I don’t find anything good!
Love everything you found! This is such a cute look – love that bag!
Classic bag. I wear it so much summer season!
Omg amazing!! I really need to go thrifting more often. Such great finds!
True! And saves on the wallet to splurge on other things 😉
love this european inspired look, and even more so that you got the pieces from goodwill! i’ve been an avid thrifter as well lately!
I’ve seen those posts of yours and love them!
I wish I was better at thrifting. I dont have the patience!
xo, Whitney
It does require a lot of patience and sometimes being okay with not finding anything good!
These are such a good find! Loving how you paired this whole outfit!
Denise | Fashion Love Letters
Thanks so much!
You always have the best finds! I’m not much of a thrift shopper but you make me want to be! 😉 xo, Suzanne
Hehe well I’m glad I do 😉
I have always been a sharp dresser. I have people fooled. They think I pay a lot for my clothes. I thrift and wear Ann Taylor, Chico, Elle, Anne Klein, Banana Republic, etc… Name a name brand and I have it. Bought a beautiful pale pink Casual Corner wool coat for 7 bucks. Had it cleaned and pressed and it is to die for. I could shop department stores, but suddenly that doesn’t make sense to me anymore unless I am shopping for a great bra or an occasional designer purse. Everything else is thrifted.
That’s so awesome, Linda! I could see why you don’t want to shop department stores when you can get the same thing for way cheaper!
Yes, I actually would consider myself a connoisseur, and a loyal fan.
This is my guide while Thrifting
• go alone and with headphones
•Take your time and look at every aisle
•Look at all genders and don’t just go to your direct size section, every item varies size wise
• I would confidently say hit every thrift store within at least an hr. ( I make a whole day of thing shopping)
• save $ by going to local and not as well known stores, I find the chains tend to have higher prices. most less high profile ones offer specials depending on the color of the tag attached. && Also make friends with the staff, tends to help in a couple ways.
• oh, one more thing- get out of comfort zone. When I’m shopping usually end up with a cart filled with various items to the brim which brings up…..dressing rooms- If available I try everything on. ( I’m aware it’s a no-go for a few) – Guarantees the fit, color and reviews the entire garment.
It’s my me time, ?
These are fabulous ideas, Kelsie! Thank you for sharing them. I’m sure anyone that reads this comment will benefit greatly!