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Designer Thrifting!! A New Way to Thrift with Crossroads Trading

I was recently invited to visit my local Crossroads Trading, to experience what all it had to offer. I love the idea of thrifting, but haven’t been to a location quite like this before!

Everything is that “one amazing treasure hunt item” you hope to find, and you are sure to leave there with something special!

First things first, you can sell your gently used, current season items for cash or store credit! While the sales associates are appraising your items, its time to shop! While browsing I came across items from Manolo Blahnik, Salvatore Ferragamo, Halston, Kate Spade, and Burberry! Those are some serious labels people!!!!

I tried on a Burberry dress, which was priced at $85 and a beautiful tan long coat from a Los Angeles brand, DRA for only $37.50, still with the original tags! The dressing rooms are super roomy with great lighting and plenty of space and mirrors.

H&M dress $12.50

Elaine Turner dress: $32.50

My next score was a mini Longchamp bag in Navy…can you believe it was under $40!? You cannot beat that price.

The store is categorized my clothing type, accessories and there is even a men’s section! I was very much impressed with the cleanliness as well as the breadth of assortment. And most shockingly, the labels! Every item I sifted through the rack was a recognizable label. And to see those price tags…it will bring a smile to your face! Everything is so reasonable- not to mention, all items are very gently used, if not brand new! I can’t remember when I have had that much fun shopping!?

So if you have a Crossroads Trading near you, stop in and check it out! Better yet, purge your closet for the new year by taking in those items you aren’t wearing anymore and trade them in for something designer! You seriously don’t know what amazing product you might find! For locations click here!

Black Friday & Cyber Monday Deals!

Well the sales have already begun and I still haven’t gotten my fill of turkey yet! Check out some of my favorite stores’ Black Friday deals below and enjoy the busiest shopping day from home!

Target – Doorbusters!

Cyber Monday – 15% off

Kate Spade – Surprise Sale up to 75% off

Cyber Monday – 30% off full price 40% off sale items

H&M – Exclusives starting at $3! plus free shipping

Cyber Monday – 30% off! 

Boohoo – 60% off everything

Coach – 3 bestsellers: 50% off / 30% off everything

Cyber Monday – up to 50% off!! 

Shein – up to 90% off plus free gift over $19

Express – 50% off everything

Nordstrom – Extra 20% off select sale items

Elizabeth Buenaventura – 20% off sitewide! code: REDBF20

Sephora – Special limited edition products

Cyber Monday – New Beauty Launches! 

Forever 21 – Extra 50% of clearance

Cyber Monday – 21% off everything! 

Banana Republic – 50% off Reg. price

Gap – 50% off everything

 

Daytime Dress Up!

I am so ready to kick off fall and jump into all of the fun colors, sweaters and boots but Houston doesn’t seem to be with me on this, as the heat is still unbearable! Luckily today’s ensemble is the perfect blend of warm weather meets fall!

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This fun sleeveless dress features a laser cut overlay with faux suede texture and nude lining. The mock turtleneck is my favorite neckline at the moment…I cannot get enough of it! Since this dress is a bit short on me I decided to pair it with tall boots. For some reason shortening the gap between the hem of the dress and the top of the boot creates the illusion of a “longer dress” not sure if anyone else uses this trick but it is a lifesaver for me!

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These boots are comprised of a dark faux leather and feature a heel and mock fold-over button accent. They have a casual feel, but pair perfectly with a dress! This was a rather quick and easy ensemble for me to put together. The burnt orange shade of the dress paired perfectly with shades of brown. I decided to go with rich chocolates and rose gold accessories to complete the look. Perfect for whatever my day has in store!

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