The (Real) Reason I Started Shopping at the Thrift Store.

At this point, about 90% of my wardrobe is thrifted (literally). I can hand pick the few items that I have that were purchased new.   

I started going to the thrift store about 5 years ago. it came at a pivotal point in my life. I was a lost 20 something and had come into a season in life where I wasn’t quite sure what I was doing. I also realized, I wasn’t being exactly who I really am on the inside. Outwardly I had always been kind of quirky but for the most part I still made an effort to “fit in”, to be normal to look “cute”. On the inside, there was a longing to launch out, to express myself, to let my creativity drive me. 

So, if this was going to happen, I’d have to look the part...right? One problem. If I was going to redo my whole look I needed a lot of money...and I’m cheap so that wasn’t happening. 

I went into a thrift store one day look for a specific type of jacket. When I walked in I saw that everything was under $10. Hmmm....I started to look around and I was instantly hooked.  

All the looks I had seen in my head and unique and odd pieces I always wanted but could never find were suddenly everywhere. 

I found my own personal style and I didn’t look like everyone else. I felt happy and confident because I finally felt like me...and I saved sooooo much money.... 

I am so grateful that I walked into the thrift store that day a few years ago. I represented so much more than clothes for me. It was the catalyst for change that I needed in my life.  

I no longer find worth in things that cost more. It taught me to value what is important to me. It won’t be the same for everyone. I value honesty and genuine self expression. Sometimes what we value stems from what others think of us. I didn’t care anymore. I proudly tell people I buy things from the thrift store. It’s fun for me because they’re always shocked. 

For me, a $3 vintage dress can brighten my whole day. I’ve learned to be me and love me...no matter what. Things will never define me and as long as my heart is pure and I am happy with who I am on the inside, it doesn’t matter if I spend only a penny on clothes (which I actually have)- it will be the same to me as sporting a $1000 outfit! Thanks for reading! 

Stay True! 

Lo