Backlog of Thrifting

First, Hello new followers :D

and old :D

I am now posting my backlog of thrifted things I've found in the past few weeks (since my last thrifting post)--though some things are omitted, since I've already worn them/have photos ready to go :)

1. Midi length floral skirt

The colors are pastel-y and springlike, plus I can hike it up to my armpits and belt it like a dress. I'm so obsessed with midi-skirts right now. So comfy. I can't wait until I can start wearing them with sandals. ($5.00 at thrift store)



2. Red Rain Jacket

So, it is definitely getting away from coat/jacket weather, but this one was just so cute. Previously, all of my coats were neutral colors and I thought this would be perfect for brightening up a rainy, disgusting day. Sarah originally found it, but the arms were too tight. So I snatched it up :) ($12.99 at Goodwill)



3. Kimchi Blue Dress

It was adorable and fit me perfectly. I picked it off the rack because I liked it and then realized it was from Urban Outfitters. score. I couldn't really pass it up after trying it on, because it fit me perfect, is in perfect shape and I love the rich deep blues--I am re-obsessed with blue right now, which as a little girl, used to be my favorite color. ($6.99 at Goodwill)

4. Gorgeous collared off-white button up

You can't really have enough plain white button up shirts. I love ones with character. I love that I can wear this to work and still somehow communicate my love for vintage and pretty things. It sure beats a crinkly stark-white button up from Target or something similar. ($4.99 from Goodwill)




5. Peter Pan Collared Plaid Button up

I probably won't be able to wear it for a while, since it's long sleeved, but I love the colors/collar/cut. I can see myself wearing it under jumper-like dresses in the fall. ($5.99 at Goodwill)

6. Crocheted Poncho thing

I honestly never thought I would ever wear a poncho. I even made fun of my mom for liking/buying them. But now I'm sucked in. It's a little scary for me, but I love the crocheted flowers. I think this is a perfect little extra layer of warmth for spring. ($6.00 at thrift store)




7. Detachable Collar

I've been looking for one of these ever since Beatrice posted about them. They're such a perfect way to update an otherwise boring dress. I find this one rather pretty. I'm not sure which way is front--I plan on mixing it up. I've since washed and ironed it. Probably should have retaken photos, but oh well. Best thing? the price. ($2.00 at thrift store)




Aaaah. I am so behind blogging-wise. I've mentioned before that I'm still trying to find the balance between life, school and blogging. I know I have an addictive personality, so my biggest fear is letting this take over my life and building it up to be more of an obligation than something I want to do. How often do you post/how do you keep everything balanced?

Anyhow, the internet was being finicky and I wasn't able to post anyway. I probably could have found some wifi somewhere, but I was much happier to curl up in a blanket and watch movies with my roommate every single night this weekend.

Happy Monday.

Rainy Day Thrifting

As I mentioned in my last post, it rained buckets on Friday. But it's my day off--so I basically try to shove a whole weekend into that day (since I work all through the weekend). So, even though it was pouring, I was not going to give up on the idea of thrifting. And good thing too, because I found some lovely things. Things I really really really love.

(This is a mannequin my coworker/roommate and I stole from work. It was fun/amusing carrying it home. We've been re-dressing it up every once in a while. And don't worry, it's totally legit--our manager doesn't care one bit that we took it)

1. White cropped sweater:





I've been looking for more of these, since they have the amazing ability to completely transform dresses into skirts. I adore the little detailing--from the little tiny holes to the slightly scalloped collar/cuffs. Such a perfect basic piece. $5.00 at Goodwill.

2. Acrylic / Mohair / Wool blend sweater thing:





I was looking for this exactly. I wanted a heavier sweater to act as a transition jacket once the weather starts to get nicer. It is so comfy. I can see myself wearing it with dresses, jeans, at home, belted or loose. The color is perfect, the fit is perfect & according to the tag, it was made in Italy? Yeah, whatever. $7.99 at Goodwill.

3. yellow/blue patterned top:



I suck at taking these sorts of pictures. I'll get better at some point! That's why you don't get a full photo. But I think that's okay, since the pattern is what's charming anyhow. And the little metal buttons. $5.00 at Goodwill.

4. white/leather belt:



I actually bought this one week ago, when I was thrifting with another of my friends, but it was thrifted and so belongs in this post. It'll be perfect for over flowy summer dresses. $2.00 at William Temple thrift store



And, I bought red lipstick. In real life, this one is a little too pink for my taste. I want a deeper red. What are your favorite, go-to lipsticks? I'm actually really really new to makeup. All through high school, I made a fuss and absolutely refused to wear it. But I'm slowly wanting to play a little, grow up a little. (HA. I haven't taken a photobooth picture in ages)

Lastly, I was awarded that Kreativ blogger award by Jane but am choosing not to do it, since I did a really similar meme about a week ago. But I am incredibly happy and thankful that she listed me.

California Recap + Thrifted Love

To be honest, I didn't really take too many pictures. Mostly on account of forgetting to pack my camera battery :( Though I'm not sure how much of an excuse that would have been, because when I spend time with Robert, most of my focus is with us. We've been long distance for almost three years now; each moment spent is counted and precious. There's so many more things I meant to take pictures of, but didn't.



He plays classical guitar. I learned to play Ode to Joy & It's a Small World. I felt so silly playing such childish songs. But I guess you've got to start somewhere. I wanted to be involved in music when I was young, but couldn't because I did gymnastics every single weekday after school--even left school every day.



We go to the pier every time I visit. It's the romantic couple thing to do in Ventura.



Cafe 126. Amazing greasy diner food.





On one of the days it rained. It rained a lot. Like, crazy crazy rain. I wore a recently thrifted, comfy pink and white sweater. We drove up to Ojai, a silly little town close to Ventura, went to a little coffee shop, ate at a cafe and thrifted that day. Perfect outfit for that.



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pretty little five minute "hike" we took on my last day.

And now, for two of my favorite things I acquired thrifting. A jewelry box, which was something I set out looking for. It was the perfect size, in excellent condition, and only five dollars. I bought way too much clothing to post up right now. Maybe later. Or maybe you'll just see it all in outfit posts.



oh, and when you open the top, the rest of the drawers come open too.



and... I am using this cup this very moment to drink my tea. I love all the little illustrations.



I'm a bit sad to be back home now. But I'm looking forward to Spring term, re-finding myself after selling my soul to Architecture, and actually spending time with friends & family. And Robert is done with school in three months. He'll be home in Portland for good then. I already consider us having made it past the last three months of long distance. I can't see anything that could break us now.

freedom from studio guilt!

This weekend was the first time in a long time that I could go home to my parents house, shop with my mom and exist without feeling guilty about not being in studio. I can't imagine how it'll feel on Wednesday, when I am completely done with Spring term. It's just the annoying tedious things I have left to do now.

Anyways, went thrifting with my mom on Saturday. It seems that is becoming a bit of a trend, which I don't mind. She rolls her eyes at some of the things I like, but I am perfectly okay with that. I found some treasures... though I wasn't so lucky clothing-wise. I was looking for skirts and dresses, but I am perfectly happy with the things I did find.



Trotters brown woven loafers: $6.00
Square patterned square scarf: $.50
Heart patterned square scarf: $1.99
Baby blue clutch/purse (it looks like an envelope!): $3.00

I realize now, that I also bought a belt but forgot to photograph it. I'm sure that it will show up in my outfit at some point though, so I shall just be lazy. Also notice, I found exactly what I was looking for! As I mentioned in this post. So comfy and easy to wear!



I also found it cute that my mom still has this mushroom in her car. I bought it for her probably five or six years ago.





Last but not least, I dyed my hair on a complete whim. My coworker/roommate and I decided to do it in the time span of our Sunday work shift together. We tried a Japanese brand hair dye called Palty. Previously, as can be seen in my posts, I had the classic asian hair: dark dark dark brown, to the point where it's basically black. The dye lightened it a bit, since it has a smidge of bleach in it and added some red undertones. It's a bit more noticeable in real life. I had a good experience and am happy with the result.



Hope you all had a productive and relaxing weekend too!

♥ Lea!