 Window display at my fav vintage store...for jewelry! It's made BetterI’ve been a serious thrifter since my blogging days in the Twenty-Tens, practically building my wardrobe from Goodwill finds. This was back when thrift stores had set prices—before they tried to compete with the resale market (but that’s a whole other conversation). Anyway. Living and working across Los Angeles and Orange Counties, I’ve discovered hidden gems—stores that haven’t been ransacked or overpriced. In vintage shops, the high prices are intentional, but I’ve learned through my treasure hunts that certain areas and stores have a unique product energy. What do I mean by that? For example, there’s an Out of the Closet in L.A. where I always find the best accessories. In Long Beach, there’s a Goodwill with an unmatched selection of ’60s vintage. And then there are the tucked-away vintage shops in suburban neighborhoods—places that feel like stepping into a grandma’s attic that was already old in 1985. If you’re used to shopping from your phone, stepping into the anything-goes, unregulated world of secondhand fashion can feel overwhelming. But that’s the point. Thrifting is about the hunt. I never know what I’m going to find, and that’s what keeps me coming back—the mystery, the thrill, the delight of discovery. I guess you could call it my version of gambling, except the currency is time. Not every hunt is a success. But my wins outweigh my losses, so I keep coming back.  Who remembers The Frugal Stylist?! I've been thrifting for almost 20 years....  If you’ve ever wanted to explore the world of vintage and thrift shopping, I created a service just for you. 2-hour in-store shopping experience -Identify fabric quality -Identify vintage era -How to navigate the inventory - Learn the difference between vintage vs thrift vs resale shops cost: $40 in person/$20 per person groups of 10 Personal Shopping: Thrift, Vintage & Resale If you provide me with your wish list of specific brands, silhouettes, fabrications, and budget, I'll source items for you! cost: $75 per hour, 4 hour minimum Reasons To Shop USed & VINTAGE & Thrift- Clothing made before the fast fashion craze of the mid-2010s is better quality in construction and fabrication
- One-of-a-kind items not available anywhere else - It's an inexpensive way to try out new silhouettes - Environmentally friendly- you're recycling!  Who Are You?Does your wardrobe accurately communicate your identity? Do the silhouettes and colors you wear reflect your authentic personality to the world? Do you second guess your outfits more than once in a week? During this 1 hour interactive webinar, you'll learn how to identify yourself within the 5 Body Types and the 4 Style Personalities. I'll share what emotions define each Style Personality and how it works intrinsically back to your Body Shape.  With GratitudeThere's nothing like the power of maternal energy. It's gentle but firm with intuition, supportive but a leader in getting things accomplished. It's a natural trait in most women but is acknowledged in motherhood. " I hope and pray that someone, sometime, will found a memorial mothers day commemorating her for the matchless service she renders to humanity in every field of life. She is entitled to it. " - Ann Reeves Jarvis This year, I invite you to celebrate all the women in your life that have demonstrated a maternal, feminine instinct for your benefit. Acknowledge her wisdom and love. To honor and celebrate the mother's in your life, I would like to partner with you. I've created a special Mother's Day Personal Shopping Experience for you to gift to this very special woman. It's a day truly dedicated to her.   It's Time to Shop!Have you ever attending a Clothing Swap? If you haven't, you're in for a delicious fashion treat! Join me and other fabulous women as you shop the racks of other attendees gently used clothing, shoes, jewelry, and all other accessories. Some of my Clothing Swap hauls have included items from Jill Sander, DVF, Tory Burch, and many, many others!
HOW IT WORKS - Bring up to 10 items of gently worn clothing, jewelry, shoes and other accessories - Items should show minimal signs of wear - All CLOTHING IS FREE for EXCHANGE - Hangers, clothing racks, and an fitting room are available at my DTLA Showroom - Lite bites will be provided |
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