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Fall Fabulous Thrifted Fashion, or Yes You CAN Look Great in Clothes from the Thrift Store!

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It’s time for a fun fashion post! As my regular readers know, I’m all about the thrifting, and find great designer clothes all the time at the thrift store. This week it’s admittedly not all from the thrift store, just mostly. I’m trying to do more of these little fashion posts so you can see it is actually possible to look great in thrifted clothes! And…how about a fashion blog for the over-40-and-not-a-freaking-size-0 set? Can I get an “Amen”? 🙂

This week we had a post-Thanksgiving outing the the Museum of Contemporary Art for the Mark Mothersbaugh exhibit here in Denver. This is what I wore:

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Top: Banana Republic black silk blend 3/4 sleeve turtleneck, $3.99 Goodwill

Jacket: Charcoal gray fitted jean jacket by DKNY, $6.99 Goodwill

Skirt: Leopard print and lace Alberto Makali layered skirt, on sale at Neiman Marcus, $69 (regularly $150) (I’ve had this skirt for 8 years, I wear it often, so quite a bargain!)

Booties: Sam Edelman black suede booties, $7.99, Goodwill.

Jewelry: Acrylic with gold bracelet and gold-tone hoop earrings, $2.99 and $1.99, Goodwill.

Bag: Fuchsia leather Marc Jacobs, $400 (regularly $1200), Neiman Marcus Last Call. OK, this one is not a “great bargain” I admit. It was a special gift I bought myself after selling several paintings, and it was 7 years ago. I still LOVE this bag and use it just about every day. It pays to buy quality! That $400 works out to about $57 a year for the bag so far, and I have no plans to give up this bag any time soon.

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Here I am “contemplating the art” (ie: Having a goof), inside the exhibit, which was awesome by the way. If you are in Denver, I highly recommend it.

A Sunday Funday Fashion Post! Yes, you CAN Look Great Wearing Clothes from the Thirft Store…

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I know I haven’t done a fashion post for awhile, so here it goes! I really liked the funky outfit I put together last night so I’ll share it with you.

I always like to prove you can do almost all your shopping from the thrift store and look great, so here is what I wore last night, with descriptions and prices on everything…

(Pictures taken at Denver’s Union Station)

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I love a little pop of color when wearing neutrals! It makes the outfit.

From Top to Bottom:

The long-sleeve square-neck black top is by “Velvet”, Goodwill $3.99, purchased this Summer.

Faux Fur Vest by Charlotte Ruse, also from Goodwill, $6.99, purchased last Fall.

DIY Black Heart Necklace (see it HERE) Created February this year.

Leopard-print brushed cotton jeans by Jones New York, Goodwill $8.99. Purchased last year.

HYPE black and gold clutch, Neiman Marcus Last Call, $38 (Originally about $200) purchased about 6 years ago. (this bag was a splurge for me, but I actually use it a ton.)

Costa Blanca Hot Pink satin ankle boots, Neiman Marcus Last Call $18. (originally over $100) purchased about 7 years ago.

Bracelet, Goodwill, $2.99, purchased a couple months ago.

 

So there you have it, more great looks from your neighborhood thrift store. What have you found lately? I’d love to hear about it.

 

Fabulous Finds – September 18, 2014 – Anne Fontaine & Dolce Vita

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Find of the Week is now Fabulous Finds!

The September Edition of Fabulous Finds finds me back at my favorite Goodwill Thrift store with these two great scores:

I love this groovy Anne Fontaine Paris blouse I picked up for just $4.99 (retail $300-400!) Perfect for Fall layering, I’ve already worn it…

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And this lovely pair of Dolce Vita D’Orsay heels in black patent and suede are in near new condition! I love the slightly curved heel and gold detail. Just $14.99 (retail around $150.00)

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What great deals have you found this month? I’d love to hear about it in the Leave a Reply/Comments section.

Find of the (Almost Every) Week – November 29, 2013. Tadashi & Eileen Fisher

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Find of the (Almost Every) Week – November 29, 2013
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I was thrilled to find this gorgeous black layered strapless gown from Tadashi, in perfect condition, at the Goodwill this week. I love it! This dress retailed for around $400. I paid $8. I also scored this lovey grey Merino wool Eileen Fisher sweater, in new condition, and perfect for this time of year! I’ve already worn it a few times. It retailed for around $250. What did I pay? $4. These are the sort of deals I live for! I can’t wait to wear this dress to a holiday party…

 

What amazing finds have you made? I’d love to hear about it in the Leave a Reply/Comment section.

Find of the (Almost Every) Week – November 18, 2013, Fall Boots & D&G!

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FIND OF THE WEEK – November 18, 2013

Jeannot Black Suede Boots and D&G Sunglasses

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I love finding exactly what I’m looking for at Goodwill! I wanted black wedge boots (right on trend for Fall) and I found them! I honestly was not familiar with the Jeannot name, but they look great, fit well and are Italian-made, so I grabbed them. I looked them up when I got home and discovered they retailed for over $450. What did I pay? $12.99. Nice! I also snagged these D&G (Dolce & Gabbana) sunglasses, with case, for $9.99.

I want to hear about your Fab Finds! Tell what you’ve recently snagged in the Leave a Reply/Comment section.

 

 

Find of the (Almost Every) Week – Cynthia Rowley & Vintage Mink (October 7, 2013)

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It’s time for…

Find of the (Almost Every) Week!

This week’s Thrifting Finds, A gorgeous bronze metallic leather oversize clutch by Cynthia Rowley in New Condition (these bags retailed for well over $200) and an adorable vintage mink hat in excellent condition (and it looks good on!)  And as if these finds weren’t great as it is, I found them on half-off day at Goodwill. The hat came to $3 and the bag $5.50. I am one happy girl.

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What have you found at the thrift stores lately? I’d love to hear about it! Tell me in the Leave a Reply/Comment section.

I know, It’s Cold Outside. Bundle Up and Go See Some Art…It’s FIRST FRIDAY in Denver! (plus more Free Events all Weekend and Beyond…)

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It’s a chilly fun-packed weekend here in Denver! Get that Winter coat out of storage and join us out on the town…

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Denver Art Museum FREE DAY Saturday the 5th.

Denver Museum of Nature & Science FREE DAY Sunday the 6th.

Denver Botanic Gardens FREE DAY Monday the 7th.

Saturday & Sunday is the Four Mile Historic Park’s Pumpkin Harvest Festival this weekend – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Pie-eating contest, pumpkin bowling, music, dancing, historic games, arts & crafts, horse-drawn wagon rides, “make a life-sized scarecrow” and, of course, a pumpkin patch…plus, much more. Plus, you can’t have a fall festival without homemade caramel apples, old-fashioned kettle corn and other goodies for sale. Admission is FREE, though additional charges apply for some activities. 715 S. Forest St., Denver.

Join us at Artsmyth’s Boxed Wine & Wear Bazaar!  Saturday, 11am-8pm. The wine and cookies and browsing are free, the merchandise is all 10-15% off. This ship is worth a visit just to admire the incredible handmade masks.

It’s not Free, but it’s Cheap…50% off Day at Goodwill.

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Mark Your Calendars for Saturday October 12th for the Colfax Block Party at the Shoppe for Second Saturday. Zombie Fashion Show, Live painting, Denver Fashion Truck, DJs, and the High City Derby Divas giving out free brain mini cupcakes. It doesn’t get better than that.

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And of course, ART! Courtesy of DenverArts.org, here is the Art Opening Line-up this weekend:

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WIN THIS MASK! Score this gorgeous handmade mask from Artsmyths Studio, just in time for Halloween!

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WIN THIS MASK! Score this gorgeous handmade mask just in time for Halloween from nationally known mask maker extraordinaire Tiffany Smyth’s Artsmyths Studio!

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This handmade and hand-painted leather mask is gorgeous as well as light-weight and comfortable to wear. You’ll be the talk of the party in this beauty! The contest ends October 14th and the mask will be shipped to the winner right away so you’ll have it in plenty of time for your Halloween shenanigans. (the Winner may alternately choose a $70 Gift Card to Artsmyths!) Here’s how to enter:

There are TWO STEPS and both must be completed in order to be entered into the contest:

#1. FOLLOW this blog using the “FOLLOW” button above to the left, or the “Bloglovin'” button to the right.

#2. LIKE Artsmyth’s Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/ArtsMyths

Plus, Earn a SECOND ENTRY by SHARING this blog post on your Facebook or Twitter! (Just tag me so I know you shared. Facebook: @theyearoflivingfabulously, Twitter: @livethefablife) Use the links at the bottom of the post.

The contest runs from Monday, September 23, 2013 through Monday, October 14, 2013 at 12pm Noon Central Mountain Time. Winner will be selected by random drawing after 12pm on Monday, October 14, 2013, from all completed entries (both steps described above must be completed). Winner will be notified by email and/or Facebook message and their name will be announced on this blog by 5pm Monday, October 14, 2013. The winner will have until 12pm Wednesday October 16, 2013 to respond with their address for shipment of the prize. If the first person selected does not respond in time, another name will be randomly selected as the alternate winner. One winner, one prize. Winner may choose to receive a $70 Gift Card in lieu of the mask shown above, however winner will be responsible for any shipping costs of goods and price of any mask over and above $70. The retail value of this prize is $76 plus shipping cost (if mask above is chosen), or $70 if the gift certificate is chosen. Prize must be redeemed by December 31, 2013. (Please Note that if the gift certificate is chosen and used for a Custom Order, depending on the mask it may take up to 3 months and may not be ready by Halloween 2013) Employees and relatives of Artsmyths and the Year of Living Fabulously are not eligible to enter the contest.

See all the beautiful handmade and custom masks from Artsmyth’s Studio here: WWW.ARTSMYTHS.COM Here is just a small sampling of the masks available:

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Please join us at Artsmyth’s on October 5th for ArtSmyths’ Halloween Boxed Wine & Wear Bazaar! 10-15% off Everything, and, wine and cookies! Here’s all the information:https://www.facebook.com/events/521837314567097/

Find of the Week – August 6, 2013…Designer Finds, Cynthia Rowley & Sigrid Olsen

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Another great week at the thrift store…Cynthia Rowley & Sigrid Olsen!

I did my weekly foray at my favorite Goodwill yesterday. After an hour+ of shopping, I hadn’t found anything. I was about to give up for the day when they started rolling racks of women’s clothes out of the back room. I LOVE it when that happens! There’s nothing better than getting first dibs on the new stuff. (Running to the new racks is one of my big Thrifting Tips). What did I find? A pretty 100% silk two-piece embellished tank and skirt from Sigrid Olsen, I love the pattern! (cost $10.99, retail about $250), and my favorite find so far this Summer, a Cynthia Rowley designer dress that will be perfect for fall! (cost $9.99, retail $350+) Can’t wait to sport this one with some cute ankle boots come September…both items are in perfect condition. I had a $10 gift card (thank you Goodwill Club Blue!) so my total was only $11! Viva la Thrifting!

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What are your great thrift store finds? I want to hear ! Tell me in the Leave a Reply/Comment section.

Find of the Week – Giuseppi Zanotti & Ann Taylor

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It’s time for another installment of FIND OF THE WEEK!

This week’s finds come from Goodwill. Of course the biggy is the gorgeous pair of Guiseppi Zanotti red jeweled heels (only $6.39! These are a size 7, alas, too small for me, so I have listed them on Ebay http://www.ebay.com/itm/121134146969?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649 ) and a near-new pair of navy patent leather Ann Taylor heels ($8.79. I know, the Zanotti’s are far more valuable, but the prices all depend on who is doing the pricing of the items. I find the variations interesting!) The Ann Taylor heels are perfect for my Fourth of July Festivities!

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 Find of the Week – June 29, 2013…Giuseppi Zanotti & Ann Taylor

So get out there and hunt for some treasures! I’d love to hear about your finds in the Leave a Reply section. Have a great weekend!