The Honeybee's Lifestyle

Category: THRIFT FINDS

  • Be Amazing

    Hello Honeybees,

    Sometime last year on one of my thrifting adventures I came across a sweater that spoke to me. Literally!  The sweater said BE AMAZING.  I think I paid maybe $4 for the sweater and I will say that it is the best $4 to ever leave my wallet.  I wear this sweater when I need to encourage myself.  It’s like my power sweater. It’s like striking the Wonder Woman pose in the mirror. It’s my reminder to BE AMAZING.

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    Recently I was giving a presentation to a room full of high school girls. Usually I wear my work polo but on this day for some reason I felt that I needed a little extra encouragement.  So I pulled out my power sweater.

    I was standing at the door as the girls were entering the room. Totally in prep mode, forgetting all about the sweater UNTIL… one of the students read my sweater out loud and smiled. I smiled back letting her know that I heard her.  Another young lady was talking to her friend and said, I want a sweater like that. My response to her… Yes because you are amazing.

    So here I am standing in front of 50 teenage girls and the whole time they got to stare at the words BE AMAZING.

    After leaving the school I ran some errands and in each place someone made a comment about my sweater. People of all races, male & female.  One brother asked me where I got my sweater. I told him that I thrifted it but the look on his face let me know to further explain. So I just said, Old Navy. And no he wasn’t trying to hit on me. He was truly asking like he wanted to find one for his special person.

    Who knew that a $4 sweater would not only encourage me but also those with whom I come in contact? It doesn’t always take a lot to make a difference.  Sometimes all it takes is a $4 sweater that simply says……..BE AMAZING!!!

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    Beewisdom- Be Amazing, I Dare You!!

  • Thrift Tips

    Hello Honeybees,

    This year I have been really frugal with my coins when it comes to shopping.  Now that’s not to say that I haven’t bought anything but I’ve just been very purposeful in what I buy.  To ease my shopping urges….I thrift.

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    This #OOTD was under $15

    Tank – Target on clearance $3

    Matching Skirt & Sweater- Goodwill $7.50

    Necklace- Outlet Mall Destin, FL $3

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    Here are some of MY favorite thrifting tips.

    These tips make thrifting a fun shopping experience

    I shop in the men’s section for shirts & sweaters

    • Don’t only shop in your size. Things will get all mixed up so shop the whole section, shop the whole store.
    • I shop year round. Yes I buy sweaters in July & tank tops in December.
    • If you see something you like put it in your cart, it will be gone if you don’t. Believe it or not people watch each other.
    • First, know your brands…Some brands I will not thrift. Mainly because I still don’t think it’s worth it and because it was probably on clearance at some point for cheaper than what I’m paying.  Also, how much longer will it hold up?
    • Second, know your brands…some designer brands will automatically grab my attention. If it’s a good brand, I know that it has the potential to last.  This is definitely quality or quantity.
    • Shop during off hours. I like to shop during the week when the store first opens.  There is less traffic and more room to move around.
    • Patience is a virtue. Take your time.
    • Dress for the occasion. T shirt & leggings are a must & slip on shoes.  My naked feet can NOT touch the floor.  And not all stores have dressing rooms so you might have to try on in the aisles.
    • I TRY to have a list but I’m not good at sticking to it. A piece really has to move me for me to buy it.
    • If it doesn’t fit…walk away. If you know that you are NOT good at getting things tailored or mended don’t buy it.  (raises hand)  You’ll just have more clutter in your closet.
    • This should be a given but…. WASH BEFORE YOU WEAR

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    Where do you like to thrift?

    Beewisdom-   Thrifting: An Economical way to find fashion treasures

    Photo credit: Nikki Gibbs

  • Next Stop? Thrift Shop!

    Hello Honeybees,August Thrift 5Monday was National Thrift Shop Day.

    To honor National Thrift Shop Day  I’m doing my first thrift store post.

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    August Thrift 1Have a conversation with me and you will learn quickly of my love for thrifting.  It really amazes me how many people I meet actually like to thrift.  Some for the thrill of the hunt and some for the bargain.

    ME..I do it for both.  

    This very casual outfit cost a total of $10… necklace and shoes included.  All thrifted items purchased at Goodwill (Winchester/Riverdale)

    Chambray Top- Old Navy $3.99

    Floral Skirt-Isaac Mizrahi for Target $4.99

    Shoes-Nike $0 (a gift from my days working at the Swoosh)

    Necklace-Pink $1

    Stay tuned to the blog and you will get a chance to see some of my thrifty finds.

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    Do you like to thrift?  What are some of your favorite thrift stores? 

    Beewisdom- I’m gonna pop some tags, only got 20 dollars in my pocket- Thrift Shop

    Photo credit:Nikki Gibbs