Thrift For A Year

Day 15-17 - Kaye - Work. Play. Worship. Weekend in Review

The weekend was busy, beginning with Friday. So I knew blogging would be difficult, simply because I wouldn't even have time to sit for a few minutes and type anything out (or perhaps because I was a little too lazy....but who's counting?). This is why I chose to start a "Weekend in Review" post to make sure I highlight the outfits as I run through Friday, Saturday and Sunday. I may or may not keep this going. Let's just say we'll play it by ear.

So here goes.....

Friday: Bossed Up

I had a very important meeting, packed with important people at an important place. A suit was definitely in order. The problem is, prior to Thursday this week, I didn't have a suit.

Let me take that back. I didn't have an appropriately sized suit that I could wear. I had kept my one "old faithful" Donna Karen - the one that I wore for every business endeavor from interviews to meetings to conferences - that I had thrifted a few months back. However, because of the weight loss I was now swimming in it. I had every intention to get it altered, because it was so nice. By Wednesday, I remembered. By Wednesday evening, I had forgotten all about it.

Thus, my Thursday morning dash to my favorite metro Thrift shop, Attic Treasures in Chamblee, Georgia. I found a perfectly fitting Calvin Klein black pants suit. For the low, of course. No alterations needed. I paired it with a Liz Clairborn turtleneck - one that says I am a boss....in a casual startup office. Well played.

Calvin Klein Suit - $9 (after 50% off spin the wheel sale)
Attic Treasures, Chamblee, Georgia

Black and Gray Striped Liz Claiborne Turtleneck - $1
St. Vincent De Paul, Chamblee, Georgia

Black Steve Madden Pointed toe Pumps - $5
Attic Treasures, Chamblee, Georgia

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Saturday: Play Day

Nothing spectacular. Per usual for my Saturdays. I had an entire day of furniture shopping. So I just wanted to be comfortable. No make up. Hair undone. Just comfy. That's all there was to it.

I paired a comfy sweater and jeans with a duster for warmth, and my very worn but comfy All stars. Don't judge them! I refuse to get rid of them because they are the last thing my wonderful and loving grandmother bought me before she passed away in 2008. As long as I can wear them, I am wearing them! So there!

Gray Sweater Duster - $2.49
Last Chance Thrift Store, Chamblee, GA

Blue, Gray and White Calvin Klein Sweater - $1.50
Park Avenue Thrift Outlet, Lawrenceville, GA

Calvin Klein Straight Leg Jeans, rolled up - $1
St. Vincent De Paul, Chamblee, GA

Plaid All Stars - $0
My Grandma!

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Sunday: Garments of Praise

Sunday is my favorite day of the week. I like getting dressed up and dolled up to go into the House of the Lord. This Sunday was no different. I rocked a combination of Thrifted Vintage and Custom pieces to make the cutest little church fit. In my opinion.

The top was a vintage pussybow - I LOVE bows! And the skirt, a custom CK NELSON "Nessa" original that had made its way to Kingdom Closet website.

I wore stockings. Why don't people wear stockings anymore? I've love them since becoming an adult. They make me feel like I look more polished and elegant and even ladylike (maybe that's my grandma's opinion shining through), than sporting bare legs.

I also rocked a brand new JustFab bag that I got for just a dollar.

Yes, I admit, I was really matchy-matchy, which I don't necessarily like all the time. But whatever. I threw on some neutral colored pumps to round it out. And not make it so matchy-matchy, I guess.

Red/Black striped pussybow blouse - $2
St. Vincent De Paul, Chamblee, GA

Fire Colored "Nessa" Skirt by CK NELSON - $0
Kingdom Closet Thriftique (My Aunt Donated. I kept it after it went unsold for over a month.....don't know how! It's gorgeous!)

Nude/Neutral Pointed Toe Pumps - $0
Gifted from my Aunt Angela for Christmas

Great Weekend!

- Kaye
@okkkaye

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Day 17 - Tiger - Inspired by a King.

When I was seven years old, my grandmother sat me down and made me learn the entire "I Have a Dream" speech by Dr. Martin Luther King Junior. At the age of seven, I felt the emotion and understood exactly what that speech was all about. From that moment I appreciated Dr. King and everyone who strived for freedom and equality for all.

Today's look was inspired by Dr. Martin Luther King:

Jos A Bank pinstripe suit 12.00

White Calvin Klein dress shirt 2.00

Skinny Black Tie .50

I included some of the pictures that inspired me to create this look.

My goal is not to look the part but actually be the part. I'm definitely going to be the change I want to see.

- Tiger

@tigergibson

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Day 14 - Kaye - Possibly my greatest thrift store find EVER! Plus my OOTD, I guess

Today’s outfit was great, but it has been totally over-shawdowed by my ridiculous thrift store find today. Probably the best find I’ve ever had!

Oh, and I had to cut into my February budget as well. But I’ll make sure to stick to it whole-heartedly, which will mean I can’t shop for a while. But that’s okay. Today was TOTALLY worth it.

Are you ready for this?

Are…

You…

Ready???

I visited Attic Treasures Thrift Shop in Chamblee, Georgia today, on my lunch break – a pretty normal ritual of mine. I went because the entire men’s department was ½ off, and I figured I try to score a few items for Tiger. I ended up getting him a couple of $.50 ties and a sweater. But as I headed to the register, I breezed by the coat rounder.

And there it was...the Cape-Coat…jumping out at me...calling my name...LITERALLY! It CALLED MY NAME!!!! I went over to see what the commotion was about. Lifting the sleeve alone, through a sea of old leather, corduroy and vinyl, knew that my life was about to change. This coat was the most beautiful coat I’d ever seen. 100% wool. HEAVY. And VINTAGE! I almost fainted when I cloaked it over my shoulder.

I looked at the price tag, and immediately got sad. It was $24. I was already at my January limited – hence me shopping for Tiger today, instead of myself. But then I made the quick decision to get it anyway. It. Was. Worth. It!!!!! I dashed to the register, gripping the coat, tucked under arm – for some reason, I imagined someone chasing after me because they mistakenly put the coat down, and now wanted it back.

Everyone at the register was amazed at it. It is in pristine condition. No moth holes. No old smell. Super clean. It looks brand new. I think it IS brand new. Except for the fact that it is easily 40 years old.

Check it out below…then keep reading about what I actually wore today. Deal? Deal!