Category: THRIFT FINDS

• C Zone

  Posted at 5:30 am by The Honeybee, on June 26, 2019

  Hello Honeybees,

  

  By nature I love being comfortable. I love knowing the plan. I love knowing the what next. My comfort zone is like a big warm blanket in front of the fireplace on a chilly day. All nice and cozy.

  But lately I’ve been pushed outside of my comfort zone. And guess what? I’m okay with it. I’m discovering that being outside of my comfort zone can be fun and who doesn’t like a little fun?

  

  You rarely ever make changes in the world by staying in the comfort zone. Beyond your comfort zone is adventure. I’m ready to go to new places,try new things, experience new and adventurous fun.

  Believe it or not wearing this outfit is waaayyy outside my comfort zone. The prints to me are big & bold and I need a solid color in there somewhere hence the purse for a pop of color. I really love this look. It’s my baby step on the wild side.

  

  We have now entered #Cancerszn and for my 52nd birthday on the 16th I want to do something outside of my comfort zone.

  Leave me some suggestions on what I should do & I’ll let you know what I decide.

  

  Beewisdom-“Don’t be afraid to give up the good and go for the great.” Steve Prefontaine

  Outfit is completely thrifted

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• First Impressions Matter

  Posted at 5:30 am by The Honeybee, on September 12, 2018

  Hello Honeybees,

  

  3 seconds, yep 3 seconds is all you get to make a first impression. In 3 seconds the other person forms an opinion about you based on your appearance, body language, your demeanor, your mannerisms, and how you are dressed. Admit it, when you meet a person what’s the first thing that you notice? It’s probably what they are wearing. We are all guilty. We can’t always control what the others think but we can put our best foot forward.

  Depending on the setting this first impression can be the difference between getting the job or not getting the job. The first impression could mean making that connection that could help elevate you to the next level.

  I know we can’t ALWAYS be on 10 ALL the time but when we know that we are walking into certain situations we know that we should bring our A game.

  

  This week my blogger friends and I are talking statement jackets as we transition from summer to fall. Bianca, www.curvaceouslybee.com ,  Komal, www.komalmeansdelicate.com ,Desiree, www.mochadivas.com  Melissa, https://reverberatingdaily.com/  Michelle, www.elainemichelle.com 

  

  Jacket: gifted to me over 7 years ago, Top: Ann Taylor, Pants: Thrifted, Shoes: TJ Maxx, Bee Pin: Gifted

   

  I didn’t get a picture of it but the top under this jacket is sleeveless. So on the way to my meeting I won’t faint in this Memphis heat, but once I get there I can put on my jacket for a more polished look.

  

  The yellow of the jacket screams Summer but the lightweight quilted texture feels “Fallish”. I added a bee pin in an unexpected place for a little whimsy & to stay on brand.

  What do you think of my statement jacket? Too much or just enough? Will I make a positive first impression?

  Let me know what you think!

  

   

  Beewisdom- First impressions are the most lasting- English Proverb

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• Spring, Is That You?

  Posted at 6:18 am by The Honeybee, on March 7, 2018

  Hello Honeybees,

  It seems like January took a long time to move out and February played the “I don’t know what season it is” game. I am so over cold weather. I am over wet weather.

  

  Cold weather really makes me hibernate but I am committed to getting out. I need all the God given vitamin D that I can get.

  Memphis usually gets snow in February so the January snow this year threw me off. The back & forth weather of February was enough to keep people sick, especially during this horrible flu season. The winds are enough to keep me looking like an old lady with a scarf wrapped around my head to cover my ears. But I found a way to keep the wind out and stay stylist.

  

  As we venture into March it really is starting to feel like Spring in Memphis. We are still dealing with some rain and wind and some chilly days.  It’s kind of hard to know how to dress but of course we figure it out. To help prepare for Spring I have linked up with some of my favorite local bloggers to share some Spring looks.  Bianca at Curvaceouslybee, Ashley at Big World Huge Style, Chasity at Sweat In Mascara, Sherill at Sherill SMILEs, Desire at Mocha Divas , Faith at Faithfully Yours, and Almetria at Fit and Finally Free. Hop over to their blogs to see what they are wearing for Spring. We are sharing Spring trends all month long. Make sure you follow all our blogs so don’t miss anything.

  

   

  Shirt- Mens Izod-Goodwill, Pants-Old Navy, Jacket- Harolds-Goodwill, Shoes-Nine West, TJMaxx, Head wrap-Thrifted

   

  I can’t wait until Spring when I don’t have to bundle up to go out. I can’t wait to feel the warm breeze of Spring and sun on my skin.

  So Spring please come quick and stay awhile

  

  Beewisdom-In winter I plot and plan. In spring I move

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• Respect YOUR Journey

  Posted at 7:30 am by The Honeybee, on February 1, 2018

  Hello Honeybees,

  Have you looked at someone you deemed successful and thought….. How did they do it?  You’re thinking, wow that was quick or they became an “overnight” success. Yep, I’m raising my hand because I am totally guilty of these thoughts. Who wouldn’t want to be an “overnight success”. But when you take the time to dig a little deeper and yes you must dig deeper, you find that there is rarely an overnight success story.

  

  In fact, most overnight successes can take an average of 7-10 years or more

  That’s at least 7-10 years of being in the game.

  Being consistent.

  Working hard, even when no one is watching.

  Sometimes its late nights & early mornings.

  It could be missing out on some hang time with friends.

  

  Whatever the case may be if you want to be successful you have to do the work and put in the time. The journey can be long and hard but if you want it bad enough you will do what needs to be done.

  RESPECT YOU PROCESS

  Your success doesn’t have to look like someone else’s success. Your success looks like YOU.

  

  Top: GAP- MidSouth Outlet Thrift    Pants: Merona –Target   Shoes: Tahari – TJ Maxx   Necklace: Target   Camera: Canon EOS Rebel T6- Amazon

  Photos: Sherill

  

  Beewisdom- People think I’m an overnight success. No. It’s just that you all found me overnight- Leslie Jones

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• Thrifting With A Diva

  Posted at 6:54 am by The Honeybee, on January 4, 2018

  Hello Honeybees,

  

  The day after Christmas most people hit the stores for the after Christmas sales. It’s the best time to stock up for all things Christmas for next year. This year I decided to go thrifting instead. I had it all planned out but when I woke up on December 26^th the temperature was 31 degrees. That made me change my mind or so I thought… I posted my dilemma on Facebook and my favorite thrifting diva @divinedivastyle heard the call and got me out of the house.

  

  We met at Mid-South Outlet.  Goodwill is usually my go to thrift store but Mid-South Outlet is closer.

  All yellow tag items were 50% off so we were on the hunt for those first. Of course the first 3 items that I picked up did NOT have yellow tags but that didn’t stop me.

  

   

  When shopping at Mid-South Outlet be aware that they do NOT have dressing rooms & once you buy it it’s yours. For stores like this it’s important to shop in the right clothes.  A fitted tee, leggings and slip on shoes if possible & a small cross body bag to hold your phone, money & keys, that way you can try things on over your clothes. You won’t get a true fit but you will have a pretty good idea if it’s something that you can work with.  The aisles are also tight they have these baskets to help.

  

  There were some treasures that we left behind because they either didn’t fit or they were out of budget. YES, we had a budget.

  

  Yes this is a real Lilly Pulitzer size 4.

  

  

  My limit for today’s trip was $20 and I stayed UNDER budget. I purchased 5 items. 1 skirt, 2 tops and 2 pants. My total…..$17.38.

  I’ll share my haul in future post.

  Thanks @divinedivastyle for being my thrift shopping buddy.

  

  

  Beewisdom- Thou shalt not pay retail!

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