Ultimate Treasure from the Goodwill Bins

Vintage Frye Campus Boots, Goodwill Outlet

When I got to Goodwill Outlet on Saturday, the bins of shoes were full like they'd just been brought out. But I only just managed to grab these nice looking leather boots just as they traded the bins for new ones. Then there was the usual stampede of people toward the new bins as I got away from there as quickly as possible!

Once I was out of the way of the craziness, I looked down at the boots and realized...they were vintage Frye campus boots!!!

I was freaking out to have found them in the reject bins that had already been gone through! Unfortunately though, they are size 9.5. I suppose I can try to wear really thick socks to make them fit, but they are just too big.

Anyone wear a size 9.5 who wants to do a trade of some sort? Let me know!

Always,
Amanda

My Thrifting Outfit: Rocking the Orange and Blue

Growing up, my parents and brother were huge Florida Gator fans. I was sort of indifferent. But if forced to choose between the Gators and FSU's Seminoles, I'd definitely pick my family's team.

Oh, not because they were such big fans, but because I liked the colors!

Striped Shirt, Good Samaritan; Jeans and Sweater, Goodwill; Ray Bans, Goodwill in Pensacola; Tassel Flats, Family Thrift; Bag, Target; Necklace, Goodwill Outlet

Don't orange and blue just go well together? Maybe its just my past self talking! I am definitely loving bright colors lately :)

As for the thrifting yesterday....ehhh. Not great in terms of the amount of things I found. But I managed one great buy that I'm excited to show you this week!

Always,
Amanda

A Transition to Nighttime

Jacket, Goodwill; Bag, Target

This was last Sunday night's outfit- the same as day, but with my new bag and my thrifted peacoat added for a little more fanciness :)

I'm loving my new bag from Target- it's reminiscent of the Mulberry Alexa bag, but much more affordable! Cross-body bags are so easy to lug your life around with you :)

Well, I'm off to the thrifts! Wish me luck- hopefully I'll find some great things to show you all!

Always,
Amanda

Blythe's Thrifted Outfit

Vintage Shirt as Jacket; Vintage Drop-Waist Dress; Both: Goodwill Outlet (<$1)

For today's Blythe's outfit picture was taken in front of my favorite vintage doctor's bag, which I scored at Goodwill Outlet for two bucks awhile ago. Fittingly, every piece of her outfit is also from G.O. :)

It's always a fun game searching out vintage doll clothes in the bins, and the day I found both of these was a major score!

I hope you all have a great Friday, and here's to hoping I thrift more this weekend!

Always,
Amanda

Vintage F-L-O-R-I-D-A

Vintage Florida Oranges Candle Holders, Goodwill Outlet (<$1)

To give you an idea of last Saturday's sad little haul, the above vintage candle holders were about all I got!

Goodwill Outlet was packed full, and nothing great was to be had. I am glad I found these little guys, shown on the corner of our mantle. Vintage Florida kitsch is always a plus in my book :) (Can you tell I'm missing my home state just a bit?)

I hope you have a really great Thursday! It's almost the weekend, and I have Monday off too, so I'm double excited!!

Always,
Amanda

Leaves of Gold

Since I pretty much came out empty-handed this past weekend, I've been digging around the apartment for finds I haven't shared yet. This golden leaf was a find from the last estate sale we went to- the same one we picked up the vintage Duncan yo-yos at!

Golden Leaf, Estate Sale ($3); Earrings, Simply Whispers ($7)

I'm using this pretty little leaf to hold my earrings! Hopefully soon I'll have more than just the couple pairs :)

When the lady at the estate sale rang me up, she mentioned that this leaf was something special- a certain brand or designer- which is why it was three bucks. I still thought it was a good deal for something so neat!

Have a great Wednesday!!!

Always,
Amanda

My Thrifting Outfit: Black and Blue

Sunday was busy for us, as we spent a couple hours at lunch with the hubby's newly engaged sister and her fiance and their families. Of course, we still made time for a little thrifting :)

Here's what I wore for our semi-fancy lunch and our day of thrifting (and guitar store browsing...)

Vintage Ray Bans, eBay; Shirt, Goodwill; Cardigan, gift from hubby's aunt; Jeans, Goodwill; Shoes, TJMaxx Clearance; Leather JCrew bag, Goodwill Outlet; Necklace, JCrew Warehouse Sale; Bow, F21

I really like this outfit :) I feel like it's very me- the collared shirt under the cardigan, with a pop of color!

The weather has been so perfect the past few days- I can't wait for more sunshine and cool breezes!

Always,
Amanda