Kendra Brea Cooper
Thrift shopping can be overwhelming, but don't worry, the rows and rows of clothing and items make shopping an adventure. There are many great things about thrifting- it is cheap, it is the best kind of recycling, and you can make it your own. Here is a list of tips and tricks for your next trip to the thrift shop!
Search for shops online or just go for an old school walk around town. You'll probably find a few good stores. Don't limit yourself to just one town, go on a road trip and be a thrift tourist.
Thrift shopping can feel disorganized and overwhelming. It's best when you know what you're looking for. Use magazines to dream up outfits.
Always bring friends. You can help each other find what you're looking for a put together outfits. Make it a shopping party.
In order to get the full experience of thrifting, you have to give yourself time. Make sure your schedule is cleared. Digging and finding is part of the fun!
Sometimes, well most times, the things you find might need a little tailoring. Learning how to sew is a great skill to have when you become a super thrifter. It will also save you money.
EVERY T-shirt has potential. Check out this list.
You can always change the clothes you buy. One of the best things to learn is how to upcycle. Your style will never be boring again.
Crafting your own style, with your own hands, by your own ideas is massively liberating. Making your own stuff is like throwing a wrench into the gears of the work/consume cycle. DIY clothing is radical on many levels, as it's labour friendly, it avoids exploitation, and it's totally unique. Check out some DIY Blogs!!
Whether you are on a tight budget, love recycling, or want to challenge the labor practices of the garment industry, thrift store shopping is the way to go. Unfortunately it takes time to hunt and discover a trendy outfit. Here are some blogs and websites that will inspire you to put together great outfits and have a great time doing it! Check out some thrift blogs!!
Thrifting opens up the doors for so many different things. It is a different kind of shopping, one that challenges modern consumption practices. Through thrifting you can dress like yourself,challenge the clothing system, and recycle. Enjoy!!
Pop culture and all that ideology sitting in the blind spot. Also crafts.
