Reminder: The Good Buy/Good-Bye Book-Pre-Loved Items & #SpreadTheKindness Link Up #171
There is a huge movement toward second hand shopping and wearing pre-loved items with pride. It is so much better for the environment and for our bank accounts. Plus it really is a lot of fun. As a woman with an overflowing closet, sometimes the thrill is in the hunt. Because I must face it, I don’t actually need anything new in my closet. Wants are an entirely different thing and so I can have fun and be patient while I search the thrift shops and second hand sites like Poshmark for that perfectly wonderful and beautifully unique piece.
So for the May edition of The Good Buy/Good-Bye Book, we are featuring all things pre-loved. Nancy and I are both huge fans of pre-loved fashion, so we are super excited to see what fantastic things you all have found second hand. It can be anything you want to share as long as someone else loved it first! I have to be honest, some of my best buys ever have been thrift shop finds, but also some of my worst purchases ever have also been pre-loved pieces. I am getting better at leaving behind the almost perfect things.
What is The Good Buy/Good-Bye Book?
It is a monthly series that Nancy and I both publish on our blogs on the 15th of each month. Anyone who would like to participate and be featured can send us their photos with a short description explaining if the item was a Good Buy or one that you will be saying Good-Bye to. We will give you the theme for the next month in each post. Photos will be due to us by the 10th of the month. So please join us for May by sending us some photos of your favorite (or least favorite) Pre-Loved Items with a brief description as to why you love or hate them!
You can choose yourself whether you want to show a Good Buy (which is an item you are really exited about) or a Good-Bye (which is an item you are going to say good-bye to). We will keep purchasing Bad Buys every now and then for a variety of reasons…it was so cheap, you were in a hurry and really wanted (needed) to buy something, it fit almost quite right. But, of course, we also have those purchases that can make us so very happy. A piece of clothing or accessory that you have had for years and that you also wear a lot. Or something you bought on a holiday and every time you wear it you get that nostalgic holiday feeling back. Every month you can choose which item you want to submit. A Good Buy or a Good-Bye. We will provide the theme for each month. Photos should be submitted to us by the 10th of the month with a few sentences explaining why it is a Good Buy or Good-Bye.
So to get you all motivated to dig out your favorite (or least favorite) pre-loved items, I am going to share some of the second hand items that have made appearances on my blog throughout the past 5 years. Some of these items are on constant rotation while others may have only been worn once or twice for a variety of reasons. Let’s get started…
Pre-Loved Item: Old Navy Denim Jacket
Pre-Loved Item: L.L. Bean Canvas Jacket
Pre-Loved Items: Merona Striped Skirt & Cigar Box Purse
Pre-Loved Item: Black Brocade Mini Dress
Pre-Loved Item: Faux Leather Skirt
Pre-Loved Item: LulaRoe Kimono
Pre-Loved Item: Purple Plaid Mini Skirt
Pre-Loved Item: Black Chiffon Midi Dress and Earrings
Pre-Loved Item: Faux Fur Coat
Pre-Loved Items: Brown Leather Jacket and Maurice’s Green Plaid Shirt
Pre-Loved Items: Faux Leather Skirt and Leopard Print Coat
Pre-Loved Items: Black Gown and Faux Fur Coat
Pre-Loved Items: Old Navy Sweater and Corduroy Skirt
Pre-Loved Items: Orange Loft Mini Skirt and Black Peacoat
Pre-Loved Item: Purple Loft Mini Skirt
Pre-Loved Item: Knit Hat
Pre-Loved Item: My Grandmother’s Shawl
Pre-Loved Items: Faux Fur Coat, Talbots Tweed Blazer, and Some Necklaces
Pre-Loved Item: Lavender Gap Corduroy Skirt
Pre-Loved Items: Black Pea Coat and Denim Skirt
Pre-Loved Item: Star Wars Tee Shirt
Pre-Loved Item: Corduroy Skirt
Pre-Loved Item: Orange Loft Skirt
Pre-Loved Item: LulaRoe Duster Cardigan
Pre-Loved Items: Blazer, Plaid Shirt, Jeans, and Sneakers
Pre-Loved Item: Black and White Retro Dress
Pre-Loved Items: Both Denim Jackets, Ralphie’s Sweater and Jeans, My Necktie
Pre-Loved Item: Striped Merona Skirt
Pre-Loved Items: Faux Leather Jacket, Shirt, and Pants
Pre-Loved Items: Coat, Shirt, Pants, and Boots
Pre-Loved Item: Plaid Wool Skirt
I only went as far back into my blog archives as this past December. As you can see, I have quite a thing for pre-loved items! I am looking forward to digging through the thrift shop racks once we are able to go shopping again. Until then, I will be enjoying all the things that are already housed in my closet room. Come join us and share your favorite pre-loved pieces!
And now your featured favorites from last week.
Reader Favorite (Most Clicked)
Jill of Doused in Pink shared some wonderful items in her post, The Best Mother’s Day Gifts (under $50). With Mother’s Day just around the corner, you all expressed a lot of interest in these gift ideas. Understandably so since Jill has included a little something for everyone!
My Favorite Fashion Post
Darlene of Aquamarina Style shared the loveliest most vibrant dress in her post, All Red Dress-ed Up and No Place To Go. There is something really special and dramatic about a bright red dress with a bold floral pattern. It is super eye catching and head turning and is bound to make both the wearer and the passer by smile!
My Favorite Non-Fashion Post
Tina of Amanda’s Books and More shared her post, Quarantine Life, with some fun photos of her backyard wonderland. While I haven’t much minded quarantine life myself, I certainly would enjoy it even more if I had such a beautiful garden and swimming pool. Tina’s yard looks like the perfect place to escape!
If you would like to participate in this month’s Good Buy/Good-Bye Book and be featured on our blogs, just email photos of your pre-loved items with a brief description to shelbeeontheedge@gmail.com or to nancy@nancysfashionstyle.com by May 10. You are welcome to submit more than one item if you would like.
*By joining The Good Buy/Good-Bye Book, you agree to receive a monthly email reminder.
Keeping it on the edge,
Shelbee
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58 Comments
Gail
Wow Shelbee you have some fabuous pre-loved items. I love the leopard print coat and the fur coat with black gown! I haven’t had much luck thrifting – most of the charity shops near me sell rubbishy pieces that were fast fashion. I had a wonderful Vivienne Westward skirt that I bought from a pre-loved website, but I can’t find it so fear I gave it away when I was in a ruthless mood (it used to be too tight).
shelbeeontheedge@gmail.com
Thanks so much, Gail! The thrift shops near me have mostly fast fashion items but I have been able to find lots of gems over the years. However, I rarely find super unique, high end, or vintage pieces near me. But I still have fun with it! And there are always the online resale sites as well. I hope your VW skirt turns up and that you didn’t ditch it in a ruthless mood!
xoxo
Shelbee
Kathrine Eldridge
You have some amazing preloved items Shelbee! I love shopping at vintage clothing stores. You never know what you will find. Thanks so much for the link up!
https://www.kathrineeldridge.com
shelbeeontheedge@gmail.com
Thanks so much, Kathrine! I wish I could find more vintage items around me but they are few and far between.
xoxo
Shelbee
Tamar A Strauss-Benjamin
Love love love that orange skirt and blue sweater outfit!
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Thanks so much, Tamar! That might be one of my favorite outfits ever.
xoxo
Shelbee
Jill
I would love a tour of your closet! So many fabulous looks and pre-loved pieces! Ralphie looks so dapper in his pre-loved pieces too! Thank you so much for featuring my post! Have a wonderful day!
Jill – Doused in Pink
shelbeeontheedge@gmail.com
Thanks so much, Jill! My closet is more of a wreckage cite than a place that is tour worthy! Haha. Maybe if I ever get around to cleaning and organizing it, I could take some photos of what lies within!
xoxo
Shelbee
Jennifer Pickering
I love all of these looks! I never seem to have any luck at thrift and vintage stores.
Jennifer
Effortlessly Sophisticated
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Thanks so much, Jennifer! I think the success of thrift shopping depends entirely on the area where you live! I have a lot of success thrifting here but I rarely find super high end items or cool vintage ones. I think online resale sites might be better for that.
xoxo
Shelbee
mireille
I know which 2 skirts I want to share! Love how you have found such a variety of items! Might be fun to go thrifting this summer.
http://www.chezmireillefashiontravelmom.com
shelbeeontheedge@gmail.com
Thanks so much, Mireille! I am so excited that you will be joining us! I hope stores are open for shopping by the summer, but I have my doubts.
xoxo
Shelbee
Ellibelle
You found so many amazing pieces and created such fun and fabulous outfits with them! I’ve been wanting to buy a jean jacket but don’t think I’d wear it much, therefore I never wanted to pay $$ for one. Looking at Goodwill once they open up is a great idea! Maybe I’ll look around on poshmark in the meantime!
Thanks for sharing and for hosting the linkup!
Ellibelle’s Corner
shelbeeontheedge@gmail.com
Ellie, thanks so much! I have about 5 different denim jackets that were all bought second hand! It is definitely the way to go!
xoxo
Shelbee
jess jannenga
Wow, you are the Queen of thrift goodies! You have found some great gems. I do love finding items on Poshmark and have bought quite a few pairs of designer denim via Posh for a fraction. Love the faux fur coat, The first outfit is precious with the floral and jean jacket! I bought both of my jean jackets thrifting too. Love that you bought the kids clothes this way, they are quite dapper!
Have a great day friend
jess xx
http://www.elegantlydressedandstylsh.com
shelbeeontheedge@gmail.com
Thanks so much, Jess! I need to check out Poshmark more often! I always forget to, but I also really enjoy digging through the racks in an actual store. But online is the only way to second hand shop right now, so it will have to do! I love finding quality denim pieces pre-loved. I think that is the one thing I can’t resist!
xoxo
Shelbee
Chrissy Rowden
So many fun looks Shelbee that represent the fun, creative side of you. Love how you’ll roll with whatever you’re feeling and mix patterns, colors etc. Keep creating my dear!
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Chrissy, thank you so much, my friend! That is such a lovely compliment! I definitely like to switch things up depending on my mood! It keeps things interesting and is a great source of entertainment for me.
xoxo
Shelbee
Anuli
These picks are wonderful. I can’t pick a fave. They all look good on you. https://kaynuli.com/albina-dyla-dresses/
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Thanks so much, Anuli! That is so kind of you to say! I hope your week is off to a great start.
xoxo
Shelbee
Ashley
You have so many pre-loved scores and you know how to remix ’em!
Happy Tuesday + Cinco de Mayo, babe!
-Ashley
Le Stylo Rouge
shelbeeontheedge@gmail.com
Thanks, Ashley! I do love to mix and match the fun pieces I find! I am so glad that you noticed! Have a fabulous day, my friend.
xoxo
Shelbee
Carrie @ Curly Crafty Mom
Ok, I know it is Spring… but, I love that icy blue outfit with your Grandma’s shawl! The dress, colors, white boots. So perfect!
Carrie
curlycraftymom.com
shelbeeontheedge@gmail.com
Thanks so much, Carrie! It isn’t Spring here yet so I could totally wear that outfit comfortably right now! If only I had somewhere to show it off. Ha.
xoxo
Shelbee
Michelle
I am getting ready to photograph one of my many pre-loved items. (But I’m not sure I have as many preloved items as you!) By the way, have I mentioned how much I like your style?
Michelle
https://mybijoulifeonline.com
shelbeeontheedge@gmail.com
Aw, thanks so much, Michelle! I do have a lot of pre-loved items! I started thrift shopping way back when I was just a teenager and the passion for it never died. I look forward to seeing your pre-loved items!
xoxo
Shelbee
Nora Minassian
Wow so many great items and looks. Vintage finds are always the best.
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Thanks so much, Nora! Vintage items are the best, but I rarely find any decent ones in my area.
xoxo
Shelbee
Patrick Weseman
True pre-loved items are great for the environment. I am a big fan of second-hand stores. The sad thing is that they are closing around here.
All of your looks are fabulous and stylish.
Thanks for hosting and I hope that you have a wonderful week. Stay safe.
shelbeeontheedge@gmail.com
Thanks so much, Patrick! I love buying second hand, too. The thrill of the hunt is my favorite part. It is sad that we are unable to shop in thrift stores right now. I hope they have lots of good stuff when they open again.
xoxo
Shelbee
Deborah Stinedurf
Okay…so I was going to comment on my big love for the first purple outfit, but realized I love all of them so I’ll just say your outfit skills are off the charts and you are 100% gorgeous…I think that covered it…lol! I love second hand pieces too, but I will admit that I am somewhat of a lazy shopper. I enjoy digging/searching for things up to a point, but then I’m just done. That’s not to say I haven’t found some amazing pieces, I’m just impatient! xo
Debbie
http://www.fashionfairydust.com
shelbeeontheedge@gmail.com
Debbie, thanks so much! I do love creating outfits! It is my favorite part of the day…digging through my closet mess and making something new and interesting come out of it. I was just going through old blog posts to find more thrifted items and they show up in about 75% of my outfits! I do have to be in the mood to go digging in the thrift shops though. Sometimes I get lazy, too, especially if it is something specific I am looking for…then I might just look for new.
xoxo
Shelbee
Christina Morley
Awww! Thanks for the shout out and all the nice things you said about my garden and pool!
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Thank you, Tina, for sharing it with us!
xoxo
Shelbee
Annessa Graebener-Smith
Love the idea of this series! I def have some good-byes in my closet!
Annessa
http://www.seekingsunshine.com
shelbeeontheedge@gmail.com
Thanks so much, Annessa! We would love for you to join us this month! Just send us a few photos (they don’t have to be new photos) and we will include them on the 15th!
xoxo
Shelbee
Joanne
I was thinking I didn’t have any pre-loved items but then I realized I had inherited a few coats from my grandmother. Thanks for hosting! I finally remembered to actually link up.
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Thanks for stopping by and linking up, Joanne! I will be visiting all the links soon. Things inherited from grandmothers might be my favorite things ever! There is something special about the item going back more than just one generation. If you get the chance to take some photos of your inherited coats, send them on to me and we will feature them in the post on May 15! It is so fun to see what everyone sends in all consolidated in one post!
xoxo
Shelbee
ratnamurti
Faves? The black outfit with combat jacket: very flattering. Radical Ralphie standing on a big stone – love the expression. And am fascinated that black, eggplant, and shades of purple keep turning up in your photos; they are my favourite colours.
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Thanks so much, Ratnamurti! Ralphie makes some of the best faces when I take his photos! Such a little character. Black is absolutely the biggest staple in my wardrobe and I do love deep rich jewel tones like purples and reds and greens. I think I always have!
xoxo
Shelbee
Lucy Bertoldi
Shelbee, I’m so happy you are on the sustainable movement! I love that you girls are doing this challenge- so fun! BTW…Shelbee I’m in love with your style!! All your looks are so stylish and creative- I adore that Merona especially!!
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Thanks so much, Lucy! I have been a proponent of sustainability and second hand shopping since I was just skinny little freshmen in high school! That would be over 30 years of thrifting under my belt! Haha. But I am definitely getting more in tune and conscious of the environmental benefits of recycling clothing. I also love the thrill of the hunt and finding unique pieces. One woman’s trash is another woman’s treasure!
xoxo
Shelbee
Laura Bambrick
What a great idea for a theme! So many of my designer or more expensive brand name items are secondhand. I just can’t stomach the idea of paying full price! You have some fantastic finds too!
shelbeeontheedge@gmail.com
Thanks so much, Laura! I don’t like to pay full price either and if I were in the market for a high end designer piece, I would totally look for it second hand first! You should join us this month with some of your favorite pre-loved finds! Just send me a photo or two!
xoxo
Shelbee
Darlene Messinger
Shelbee, thanks for the great surprise! It’s always a shocker to scroll down and say, hey, I know that person!! Lol! I appreciate the shout out, my friend! Now you have done amazingly well with pre-owned items. Those faux fur coats are totally amazing!! As is the plaid skirt outfit, pleated skirt, striped skirt, Radical Ralphie—well, all of them! My local Thrift Stores are questionable, but I will have to check out Poshmark again. I haven’t had much luck with them in the past, but it’s always worth another shot! Take care and stay safe.
xx Darlene
shelbeeontheedge@gmail.com
Aw, Darlene, thanks so much! You are so cute! I always have the same reaction when someone else features me on their blog. I get so excited and it totally makes my day! Thrift shopping really is a hit or miss situation. And a lot depends on where you live and how people generally dress around you. I can never find really cool vintage pieces or high end designer pieces around me, but there is a decent selection of mainstream styles available. It also depends on the specific thrift shop. The Salvation Army near me has the best selection and I like the way they organize the store. There are a few other second hand shops, one being the consignment shop where I used to work, that always have great stuff. And then the other thrift shops are much more miss than hit! Poshmark is a great place because there are millions of users on there so a huge selection! Happy thrifting!
xoxo
Shelbee
Leslie Susan Clingan
Oh, my gosh…I don’t know where you find all of these fabulous pieces but I can say with certainty, we don’t have thrift shops with such great items here in El Paso. So many darling looks. And I love seeing your babies in your posts. They have such a great sense of style!! Mentally going through my closet and trying to think what I could use to participate in this episode of Good Buy/Good-bye.
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Leslie, thank you so much! My little guys have a tiny bit of style, but for the most part they spend their lives in sweatpants and tee shirts! I find success at thrift shops really does depend on where you live. There is some cultural component involved in it, isn’t there? I don’t find very many high end designer pieces or cool vintage items around here, but I do find some pretty great mainstream stuff. I hope you find something to share with us this month. We would love to have you join us!
xoxo
Shelbee
linda cassidy
so many awesome pieces. and they all look fab on you
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Thanks so much, Linda!
xoxo
Shelbee
Cheryl Shops
I love Poshmark, eBay, and the Real Real for pre-loved treasures, and one of my resolutions was to shop these sites as much as possible this year (rather than buy new). I love that you can often find brand new (with tags!) items there for a fraction of the price. Plus, it’s way better for the environment! 😉
Cheryl Shops | http://www.cherylshops.net
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Cheryl, thanks for stopping by. I have never checked out the Real Real, but Poshmark and eBay have been go-tos for me for many years. Although, I do still prefer shopping in person at thrift shops. I guess that is a thing of the past…at least for now. And yes, I am making efforts to shop second hand much more than new because it is better for the environment! And it’s fun and less expensive.
xoxo
Shelbee
Nanchi
OMG! What a lovely collection. 😍You look gorgeous in all of those. Can’t pick one! Hehe..BTW purple, red and black suits you more (that is my observation) Hope you are keeping well, Shelbee.
https://nanchi.blog/
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Thanks so much, Nanchi! Darker colors and deeper hues are definitely my favorite colors to wear, but I try to branch out and incorporate other shades every now and then. But I always return to black and jewel tones!
xoxo
Shelbee
Maureen
It is getting kind of hard to stay motivated isn’t it? Some days are better than others for sure but with still so much uncertainty it’s difficult to navigate which way to go. I love all your pre-loved items. All are gems and look amazing! I haven’t personally thrifter or second-hand shopped but will definitely look into it. It looks like there so many treasures to be found! I hope you are hanging in there and happy Thursday!
Maureen | http://www.littlemisscasual.com
shelbeeontheedge@gmail.com
Thank you, Maureen! Getting motivated is definitely a struggle these days. Thrifting is so much fun. I love the hunt for unique items. Have you checked out any of the resale sites like Poshmark? There are so many really cool things to be found. I hope you have a wonderful rest of the week!
xoxo
Shelbee
Emma Peach
So many fabulous outfits Shelbee…I really can’t pick a favourite! I keep forgetting to join in this monthly feature – I will put a note in my diary because I’m so forgetful! Thanks for linking up!
Emma xxx
http://www.style-splash.com
shelbeeontheedge@gmail.com
Thanks so much, Emma! We are just getting the posts ready for this Friday so if you have some preloved items to share, send them my way today and we will be sure to include you!
xoxo
Shelbee