https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thrifting-take-2-part-2-over-and-out Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Mon, 11 May 2026 07:16:51 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thrifting-take-2-part-2-over-and-out#post-589819 Fri, 06 Apr 2012 21:43:12 +0000 Isabel 589819@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Were you the one that said that you weren't very good at this ??? You are just fabulously wrong. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thrifting-take-2-part-2-over-and-out#post-589759 Fri, 06 Apr 2012 20:26:23 +0000 Anonymous 589759@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a great haul! I love both skirts, and the vest is so cute on you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thrifting-take-2-part-2-over-and-out#post-589678 Fri, 06 Apr 2012 18:33:54 +0000 Meredith1953 589678@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Gorgeous skirts on you! I love the advanced pattern mixing with the stripes and chevron. What a nice set of outfits you styled! I sure wish we had quality thrift stores in Boise. If they exist, I sure don't know where they are. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thrifting-take-2-part-2-over-and-out#post-589595 Fri, 06 Apr 2012 16:29:42 +0000 kellygirl 589595@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks so much for sharing your comments. You always give me such great feedback on what works well and not so well! I’m excited for warmer weather to come so I can break out the summer clothes : )<br /> @Deborah: I totally agree with your tucking/untucking advice! When it gets hot though, anything goes : ) I would love to thrift in your neck of the woods--I haven’t seen anything remotely vintage in either of the stores I visited.<br /> @Rae: I think it was beginner’s luck. If anything, I tried to be MORE picky than when I shop retail (mostly because I didn’t want to have to come back to return anything.) The tuxedo blouse and the M&amp;S tunic look to be unworn!<br /> @lyn: I think you are right. It seemed easier to style than the A-line.<br /> @MandipaM: Thanks for the skirt love : ) Looks like you and I are the only one who appreciate stripes over chevron : )<br /> @sarah: No volume over volume for me? LOL. The jacket is very fitted--I think the optic white is making it look bigger than it is. I’ll make sure to pair it with more fitted bottoms though. Thanks for pointing that out. I LOVE Antje’s vest looks and had meant to try it over a button down with the tails hanging out. Thanks for reminding me.<br /> @Emily: Thanks! I thought the scarf would be fun to play with. Worst case, it will be tied to my handbag : )<br /> @Rita: LOL--I haven’t shopped kids’s since I was a kid! I love the colors so I’m going to wear it regardless. About the A-line, I’m not sure I can tuck the tank. I think it looks better IRL but I’ll have to see what DD’s say when it’s actually warm enough to wear this.<br /> @Teri, SaraL, TShannon, Helen, MaryK and Marianna: Thank you! I’ve had my fun and I’m good for awhile : )<br /> @Claire: Thank you! You are so right about testing out new skirt shapes. That’s exactly what I had in mind. I had been looking around for some different silhouettes but didn’t want to pay full price for something that might not get much wear. Thrifting was the perfect solution and they are cotton to boot! Oh, and chambray! That’s brilliant. I was thinking about my white button down but chambray would be much lower contrast. Love that idea! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thrifting-take-2-part-2-over-and-out#post-589580 Fri, 06 Apr 2012 15:55:47 +0000 marianna 589580@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It's so interesting that some Missoni for Target pieces are already trickling into thrift stores! Looks like people lose interest fast. What a score for you though --- it fits so well and looks amazing! </p> <p>The skirts are fab too! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thrifting-take-2-part-2-over-and-out#post-589577 Fri, 06 Apr 2012 15:53:58 +0000 MsMary 589577@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>SCORE! I am drooling over that amazing scarf!! And yes, the vest must have been a child's item -- it looks amazing on you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thrifting-take-2-part-2-over-and-out#post-589543 Fri, 06 Apr 2012 15:14:46 +0000 HelenInCanada 589543@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>EVERYTHING you found is gorgeous - especially the skirts! WOW - what a successful thrifting expedition, kellygirl. Keep, keep, keep and enjoy! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thrifting-take-2-part-2-over-and-out#post-589530 Fri, 06 Apr 2012 15:00:42 +0000 Anonymous 589530@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Kelly I am SO excited for you! Woo-hoo! You made a fabulous haul and I love it all! That's the way I like to try a new shape in skirts (5 bucks a pop). I bought two A-line/full skirts in January and I wasn't sure the silhouette was *me* but I can tell you they will be so cool and comfortable during a hot summer.</p> <p> I was just thinking about the orange striped top with the coral jean jacket you scored last time? Love that black and white skirt on you! The scarf is To. Die. For. The Missoni vest would be fab with a chambray shirt underneath. </p> <p>All of your pairings work for me, and you will have such fun playing and discovering more. I can't wait to see the rest of your loot! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thrifting-take-2-part-2-over-and-out#post-589501 Fri, 06 Apr 2012 14:39:56 +0000 Transcona Shannon 589501@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think these are all good finds Kelly! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thrifting-take-2-part-2-over-and-out#post-589468 Fri, 06 Apr 2012 13:35:37 +0000 Sara L. 589468@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great finds! I like to thrift too but don't go very often. Once I get my 'fix', I'm good for several months. I think the two skirts are both great. The scarf looks like a good addition for the summer months, and the vest will look really cute layered over a button down shirt. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thrifting-take-2-part-2-over-and-out#post-589466 Fri, 06 Apr 2012 13:30:53 +0000 teri 589466@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>OMG.... both skirts are super fab. Great finds!!!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thrifting-take-2-part-2-over-and-out#post-589435 Fri, 06 Apr 2012 12:20:56 +0000 modgrl 589435@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, these re all lovely!! What great finds!! Who cares if the vest is from the kids' section. I have a bunch of stuff from the kids' section. I try to stay away but sometimes they fit me better because I am small. Not sure about the orange stripes with the striped skirt. Can you try tucking? I just don't like the bunching at the waist, although it may look fine IRL. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thrifting-take-2-part-2-over-and-out#post-589426 Fri, 06 Apr 2012 12:11:02 +0000 Emily 589426@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, you found some great stuff! I really like the chevron skirt + orange striped tank + denim shirt combo, and the denim vest + black and white print skirt. Unexpected but so cool. </p> <p>I look forward to seeing how you wear the silk scarf, I have been eyeing some Vera Neumann on Etsy but don't know what I would do with them... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thrifting-take-2-part-2-over-and-out#post-589424 Fri, 06 Apr 2012 12:09:29 +0000 sarah 589424@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Way to go, Kelly! I really like the first skirt with the belted denim blouse, followed by the first combo. I'm not sure about it paired with the striped tank. The second skirt is so cute! I like it with the bare arms and the coral cardi, I think because the white jacket has a bit too much volume in the sleeves for that very voluminous skirt! Love the scarf and vest - well done! I'd love to see that vest over a button down - have you noticed how Antje wears vests constantly with button downs and pencil skirts? You might try that combo, too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thrifting-take-2-part-2-over-and-out#post-589406 Fri, 06 Apr 2012 11:03:29 +0000 ManidipaM 589406@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>#1 --- YAY on the stripe over chevron, please!<br /> LOVE the Missoni top and the scarf! What great finds, Kelly! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thrifting-take-2-part-2-over-and-out#post-589387 Fri, 06 Apr 2012 07:43:19 +0000 lyn* 589387@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wooo! I love your finds - the second skirt is my favourite on you; I think the pattern will be quite versatile with your wardrobe! </p> <p>Mmm, the scarf is so cute - the colours are still so vibrant! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thrifting-take-2-part-2-over-and-out#post-589380 Fri, 06 Apr 2012 07:33:10 +0000 rae 589380@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great haul! I've been finding it much harder to thrift since trying to up the standards for fit/quality and also shop from a list - makes your items all the more amazing. I can't wait to see the others, especially the tuxedo blouse! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thrifting-take-2-part-2-over-and-out#post-589337 Fri, 06 Apr 2012 06:01:21 +0000 Deborah 589337@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>1, 4 &amp; 5 in the first set of pics look great. I think you need the waist definition with this skirt. I love it by the way.</p> <p>The Mossimo skirt is devine and I prefer it with the top untucked and the waistband not showing. The white jacket is lovely.</p> <p>The scarf is very pretty and I adore the vest.</p> <p>Well done on your thrifing. I have been a thrifter for years, I particularly look out for vintage items but have found some great current things in recent times. Can't wait to see the other things you bought. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thrifting-take-2-part-2-over-and-out#post-589334 Fri, 06 Apr 2012 05:57:45 +0000 kellygirl 589334@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, Fashionista and AJ! I think I'm good on thrifting for awhile. While it is fun, it takes more effort than I'm used to--besides, I've got my bases covered for spring and summer now : ) Glad you like the skirts! I've been wanting to try some different style skirts for summer and these are great low investment options! $10 bucks for 2 skirts is pretty hard to beat!<br /> @AJ: I'm not sure about the tank pairing either. I'm on the fence. I think the Missoni vest was a children's item--thought I could wear it with skirts or over a button down. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thrifting-take-2-part-2-over-and-out#post-589320 Fri, 06 Apr 2012 05:47:56 +0000 AJ 589320@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ah yes, the successful thrift excursions keep you coming back for more! LOL! Looks like you found a store that has great stuff!</p> <p>1) The denim jacket and chevron skirt are FAB. I like the orange striped tank, but not sure about pairing it with the skirt.</p> <p>2) The Mossimo skirt is squee-lishous!!</p> <p>3) The scarf is so pretty! I can see that with the chevron skirt. Also with the orange striped tank and white clams/shorts/jeans.</p> <p>4) That XL vest must have been a girl's size. Yay? : )</p> <p>I'm not sure about the vest, so I'll leave that up to others. Such fun and pretty items. SCORE! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thrifting-take-2-part-2-over-and-out#post-589318 Fri, 06 Apr 2012 05:46:57 +0000 fashionista 589318@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Those skirts are to die for esp the second one. Lovely scarfs. I don't see the vest as kids item by any angle. They are ok. But if you feel it a big cropped or short, try layering with some black or basic color tank top. It is fabulous and colorful. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thrifting-take-2-part-2-over-and-out#post-589313 Fri, 06 Apr 2012 05:38:35 +0000 kellygirl 589313@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I thought I'd share the other items that I ended up thrifting after returning the mushroom jacket. I'm surprised that I managed to find what I was looking for (and a couple things I wasn't looking for) so easily. Now that I've experienced the thrill of the find, I can see how thrifting can be addicting--and I can also see how easy it is to pick up things just because they are a great deal. </p> <p>So what did I end up getting? I'm pleased as punch that I was able to pick up two skirts--one A line (Loft) and one drop waist pleated skirt (Mossimo) for summer. My summer skirt capsule was lacking and these two give me some more warm weather options. I also bought two unlined cotton jackets--one white (Gap) and one tan (JCrew.) </p> <p>A couple of things were not on my list but I ended up getting them anyway--a Target vest from the Missoni collection, a white silk floral scarf (Timothy Fowler,) a black silk INC tuxedo blouse and a Marks &amp; Spenser pinstripe tunic top. I'm not sure I needed any of these but I couldn't resist. I'll post these as WIW's at some point : )</p> <p>I had a lot of fun sifting through the racks. It truly is like a treasure hunt. I can definitely see myself checking out the local thrift store on occasion and highly recommend non thrifters to give it a go. </p> <p>1: ) Loft Skirt, (yay or nay on the striped orange tank pairing?)<br /> 2.) Mossimo skirt, White Gap jacket<br /> 3.) Timothy Fowler silk scarf (DCO but I laundered by hand just fine.)<br /> 4.) Missoni for Target vest,XL. Was this a kid's item by any chance?</p> <p>Thanks for looking. Comments, good and bad, welcome! </p>