Tuesday, September 20, 2011

I just lap it up like honey, I enjoy being a girl!






I continue to be surprised at my little thrifting adventures!  I saw this dress a few weeks ago at a local thrift store.  I was in a hurry and really didn't feel like trying anything on so I passed it up.  I could tell from the looks of it, that it was a dress that would only work if the fit was just right.  I NEVER expected to see it again because it's pretty current.  (In my neck of the woods, vintage stays on the racks a long time, but more current items move quickly)  So I was quite surprised when I went in last week and saw it STILL on the racks.  Not only had it survived the regular daily perusal, but it also stayed through an entire WEEK of their half price sale which would put this baby at about $1.25!  


So, I slipped it on over my clothes for a quick look-see at the fit and BAM!  PERFECTION!!!!  Like it was made for me and BONUS:  a pegged hem (more fitted at the bottom).  The price?  $2!  RIDICULOUS!  Now, the shoes are another story.  After hitting this same thrift store for a few weeks and coming up nil, this day, I found this GREAT pair of thick strapped black heels for $2!  So that's right girlies.......There's not even $5 in this whole outfit!


And while I know it's somewhat tacky to talk about money, this is pretty much what I blog about: 


 You can be as poor as a church mouse and look like a million bucks!  
(Can I get an AMEN!?!)
Posted by Unknown at 10:21 AM

16 comments:

  1. Gracey the GiantSeptember 20, 2011 at 11:38 AM

    AMEN!!! Girl, you look fabulous!!! That dress and those shoes together are just perfection. And I love your posing in this - you look so strong and happy!!

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  2. mispapelicosSeptember 20, 2011 at 11:40 AM

    It was yours from the beginning, that´s why it waited for you.
    You look wonderful in this outft, Serene, so chic...
    XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

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  3. Pam @ over50feeling40September 20, 2011 at 12:42 PM

    It was meant for you! Looks great and I love the hair and earrings and shoes...its a powerhouse, feminine look! You Go Girl!

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  4. PattiSeptember 20, 2011 at 1:10 PM

    Amen, that dress was made for you! The shoes too, you look so pretty! I love hearing about your bargains, and I don't think it's "tacky" at all. Be proud of how you have saved $$$ xoxoxo - Patti

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  5. UnknownSeptember 20, 2011 at 2:20 PM

    I am sooo jealous you get this unbelievable deals on your thrifts!!! I rarely pay less than 10 here...
    Am adoring those shoes and the dress looks like it was made for you~Love ya!

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  6. BerylSeptember 20, 2011 at 9:55 PM

    AMEN! Sorry, couldn't resist it. Great bargains, and you do look like a million. Those earrings are really working on you!

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  7. my thrifty closetSeptember 21, 2011 at 6:28 AM

    fabulously chic and the price is jaw dropping! You look so elegant and classy, one of the best deals I have seen so far! Well done. BTW did you do something to your hair cuz it looks so pretty.

    love,mongs
    mythriftycloset.blogspot.com

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  8. two birdsSeptember 21, 2011 at 7:50 AM

    it fits you like a glove and you look amazing! and that price, don't even get me started!!

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  9. Maryna MSeptember 21, 2011 at 2:40 PM

    That's why I love thrifting!)) Less then 5 dollar, oh my!
    The dress is so great - I love the colors, I love the pockets, I really like how it fits you. And I really likt the fact that you've belted it, because I belt everything)))

    http://tri-skelos.blogspot.com/

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  10. JessSeptember 21, 2011 at 3:40 PM

    Yokefellow? ;) you look fantabulous!

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  11. JillSeptember 21, 2011 at 4:56 PM

    So many amens from me! I need to go shopping with you. I haven't tried thrifting in awhile. I would definitely want you with me to bring me good luck. I love your hair up, it's so elegant. Thank you for following my blog!

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  12. Debbi@SheAccessorizesWellSeptember 21, 2011 at 6:19 PM

    I am a firm believer in things that are meant to be. It was meant to be that you got that dress and those shoes. It does look great on you. I think it is good to let people know that bargains can be found by thrifting. There was an article in our local newspaper about the rise in the number of people going to thrift stores. The good news is that a Goodwill is going in about 3 blocks from me. Yeah!

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  13. ColleenSeptember 22, 2011 at 9:43 AM

    Amen!:) This dress is very classy! The color suits you so well too Serene!

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  14. lawyerdollSeptember 24, 2011 at 9:35 AM

    AMEN!!!

    What a find... and the fact you saw it twice was nothing short of miraculous.

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  15. VanessaSeptember 25, 2011 at 11:13 AM

    This fit is tremendous on you, and clearly this dress was meant to be yours. Lovely style on you, too, Serene!

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  16. AnonymousSeptember 26, 2011 at 5:02 PM

    the dress is a fabulous find! Perhaps you are the only one it fit! the kindness of the spirit of thrifting--a force I believe in.

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Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment! ~Serene

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