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My Thrifty Tips

I get asked all the time about how I manage to find such gems when I go thrifting.  I don't always get lucky and some days I will walk out of the thrift shop empty handed!  But here are a few of my tips and strategies I use whenever I go thrifting.

1. Look through every size - Even thought I am a UK size 14/16 I will spend time looking through all of the sizes especially  if I see a pattern or colour that sparks my interest.   Size is only a number on the label and the sooner you get to know that the better you will be at finding some great gems in the thrift shop.

2. Take your time to browse -  this is linked really with tip one.  i know that sometimes that is just not possible but when you do have the luxury of time then use it to your full advantage.  Enjoy the experience of the hunt and the treasure will find its way to you!

3.If you see something you like grab it!- Nothing haunts you more than that one item you did not pick up from the store!

4.Try not to go thrifting with a specific thing in mind.  yes have a wish list with you but just let it happen and the more frequently you thrift the more likely you are to find that diamond in the rough!

I hope these tips help you on your thrifting trips in the future.  If you have any other tips you would like to share then please post a comment below.  Have a great day and happy thrifting xx

Jewellery Trends for Spring Summer 2022

 In September 2021 we saw a revamp of all the worlds fashion weeks as we were allowed back into the live runway shows.  We are here to celebrate the fact that we are allowed to see and be seen and that was reflected in all of the shows.  

The Top trends for jewellery are colour and bold statement jewellery as well as the classics such as the hoop, albeit reinvented for the seasons.

The Upper Cuff or bicep bracelet was all over the catwalks.  This trend makes the most of bare arms in the summer or even layered over long sleeve tops for the autumn winter.

Chokers are back with a little edge and elegance all in one swoop.  They are a little nod back to the Y2K. I always used to wear a choker of some form when I was in my teens in the late 90's and early 2000's.

And for the maximalist who loves to make a statement with their accessories there was a cornucopia of statement pieces on the runways as well.

These are just a few of the trends that have been witnessed on the catwalk.  In my opinion I think that using accessories is the best way to add a new fresh feel to your own wardrobe and a good way to try out new trends.

Have a great day and remember the world is your catwalk!