Flowerstone: Fashion Reuse and Restyle

The photoshoot spread this week is of my friend Janay… (tag “bright” and “prints” to see her in more outfits) Here I paired her in some brights and contrasting patterns. I’m starting to see brights come back in both softer pastels and more vibrant hues but in conjunction with really funky shapes and patterns…I don’t know if it’s the “futuristic” aspect of fashion coming into light this year (Via Katy Perry and Korean idol fashion haha) but it was fun for me to play with :)

Long sleeve button up $2

Boatneck blouse $2.50 (both the products of a 50% off Goodwill sale)

Shoes $20 (BCBG) Ross

Tights DD’s Discount $1

My back to school ootd for those of you that this applies to ;) the top is a lightweight knit that I purchased from Goodwill in top condition and originally an H&M buy! The shoes, skirt, and leather side bag were also purchased from Goodwill.

Top $4 (H&M)Goodwill

Skirt $2.50 Goodwill

Shoes $5 Goodwill

Bag $1 Goodwill (in such great condition too and one of my favorite thrift finds!)

Ok, so here’s my pic-a-tha-day! …it’s probably more cheetah than some of you would consider wearing on a Monday but consider it apart of my campaign to turn Monday’s fashion into an equally fun occasion as Friday’s wardrobe ;) (the top was also one of today’s fun 50%off purchases ;)

Belt $1 Goodwill

Top $1 Goodwill

Shoes $3 (Banana Republic) Goodwill

Sunglasses $3.50 Forever 21

My rainy day ootd. ;) The black blazer I love! It goes with a lot of outfits and should be a staple for many thrifter’s wardrobes. Don’t waste your money on an expensive blazer that costs fifty dollars when you can search for one like this Nine West blazer I found at Goodwill for $3 (an probably originally cost $50). Condition is important so make sure to check the seams and look for a good medium weight blazer with clean lining on the inside. Lining is usually a selling point for me and resale blazers - that and the fit. Unfortunately resale comes with its faults and one of them being that you must accept the size they give you..however it’s also what guarantees you have probably found a unique find. If you find a blazer you absolutely must have take it to the tailor or adjust the sleeves by rolling them. This can really change the look of your fit.

Blazer $3 (Nine West) Goodwill

Sheer Blouse $1 Goodwill

Shoes $40 (Bobbi Blu) Macy’s - they’re about 5 years old now! :)

My Sunday morning ootd :) I’m always drawn to blouses with bows…they really make an outfit look feminine and sophisticated. This particular top I purchased at Salvation Army during my visit to Austin. It’s actually a size XL but I almost always wear it with something high waist like this skirt so problem solved! :)

Blouse $4 (BCBG Maxazria) Salvation

Vest $4 Goodwill

Shoes $25 H&M

Knit Tights $4 Target

Janay Winter-Spring 2012

This is my outfit of the day! The top is a 4 dollar lace and satin trim find a discovered at a small antique-vintage boutique in Austin last summer. The tweed crop jacket I purchased at Goodwill Monday during the 50% off MLK sale ;) Its a Victorian inspired outfit paired with some black slacks and velvet pumps for a modern spin.

Tweed Blazer $2 Goodwill

Blouse $4 Vintage Thrift

Pants $4 (Express) Goodwill 

Shoes - Christmas gift :))