With National Thrift Shop Day on the horizon – August 17th – it’s the perfect time to reflect on some serendipitous confessions of a luxury-loving second-hand shopper. Our pro-thrifter, Felicia, first started thrift shopping when she was in college.
After a half hour or so scouring the racks, she would almost always have this magic, serendipitous moment where she’d find a luxury item that just happened to be in her size.
New-With-Tags Prada Blouse
“The first time this happened, I came across a new-with-tags Prada blouse. I felt butterflies – almost jittery with excitement. How was it possible that this beautiful silk blouse with a $400 price tag had been waiting for me in this very rack for the mere cost of $14.99? It was a perfect fit, and I still have it to this day. Subsequent trips to this same Goodwill store resulted in scoring similarly magical finds including a Missoni top, Valentino sweater and blouse set, and Gucci halter top. My love for these Italian designers was buzzing with serendipity! There was no way I could have allowed myself to spend retail price money on those items, and so luckily I had my trips to Goodwill to allow me the luxury of incredible designer fabric all for under $20 an item.”
-Felicia Czochanski
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The best part about thrifting is seeing how the inventory changes. Different days and different stores – try and stop by as many locations as you can when you venture out for a day of thrifting.
Felicia notes that recently on a trip to Chicago, she scored a Tory Burch caftan for $7.99 and a See By Chloe dress for $10! These finds have become closet staples for her, and prove to be fun mementos from her trip.
Are you a second-hand obsessed Goodwill shopper like Felicia, always on the hunt for the best luxury deal? Show us your thrift love and best Goodwill finds on your social media channels with the hashtag, #thriftlove and be sure to tag us. We can’t wait to see your favorite finds and fun experiences thrifting for National Thrift Shop Day!
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