When One Persons Trash Isn’t a Treasure: Donation Guidelines

When One Persons Trash Isn’t a Treasure: Donation Guidelines

Bonjour mes amies! Thrifting was a part of my life before it was cool. I've shared countless tales avec mes amies about the "character building" shopping at church charity shops, and thrift stores provided me as a child. In the early 90s, new clothes that looked worn were en vogue, not used clothes that were actually worn. I can vividly…
Take Care.  Of Your Vintage.

Take Care. Of Your Vintage.

Now that you've learned the difference between Thrift, Vintage & Consignment shopping, you’ve decided to put said knowledge to use. By shopping of course. You've gleefully purchased an immaculately maintained vintage 1950s wool coat (with a contrasting fur collar) from a thrift shop. But now that you’re in the closed quarters of your home, it smells like “Leave it to…
Thrifting Tips 101

Thrifting Tips 101

Bonjour mes amies! After leaving the house for a free espresso crafted drink at Starbucks, I ventured into a thrift store. While shopping and sharing stories via my Instagram, I of course conducted a poll (I absolutely LOVE those polls.) 100% of those who voted wanted to receive thrifting tips! In a separate post, I will detail how I clean…