Can’t believe Christmas is almost here! It’s been quite the year- but fortunately we’ve found all kinds of ways to cope, distract and dare I say…thrive! We are so resilient, aren’t we Darlings? And it’s time for the Thrifty Six!
Welcome to The Thrifty Six. We are a group of international fashion influencers who meet once a month in our little space on the internet to share our thrifty outfits. On the third Monday of every month, we will all share an outfit based on a theme that features preloved wardrobe pieces. Shopping and reselling preloved clothing is so much better for the environment and you can find some of the best fashions in thrift or charity shops. The Thrifty Six are here to inspire you to shop second hand!
And here we are with such an appropriate theme for Christmas: Red!
I had such a blast putting together this gorgeous thrifted ensemble. There’s nothing I love more than an easy right off the rack outfit that says: Ready to Go! I paired it with my all time favourite sequin vest…and then opted for the two- different-coloured booties! A true mish-mash that speaks originality- just like I love!
So, to be honest here, the booties were not thrifted. I just own 2 pairs of booties in 2 different colours! I thought if I don’t mix them up now- when? Perfect opportunity! As well, don’t think the outfit looked exactly like this when I got it a few seasons back at my local charity store. Nope! The hems were slit and had strings to tie up in a bow and the leg parts were lined all the way to the bottom. As well, the sleeves were also slit all the way down. I cut and sewed and in no time, this is what I got. Loving it now!
Goes to prove how versatile it is to buy second hand. You can find, for very little cost to you, something that has huge potential to tailor it to your own liking. I love doing that. And if something goes wrong along the way…oh well! This one could not have cost me more than a latte at Starbucks! And at least I gave it a chance. I saved it from the landfill!!
And now, please check out what my beautiful Thrifty Six Diva Sistas are Styling today!
Emma of Style Splash
“I came across this gorgeous red military style jacket on eBay recently. I was the only bidder so I managed to snag it for the starting price of £5! The quality is fantastic, much better than I’d anticipated. I teamed it with a zebra print mini skirt and long black boots to make the red really stand out.”
Grace of Graceful Rags
“It was my turn to pick the theme this month, and I immediately knew I wanted to feature this red thrifted BCBG dress that I purchased for only $1! As I started adding accessories, I realized this old fashioned purse (which was more expensive than the dress – $6!) and this gorgeous sparkly necklace were both thrifted as well. While not the most practical holiday outfit for 2020, it’s always fun and uplifting to play a little dress up.”
Jane of Preloved-Vintage-Handmade
“I’m Little Red Riding Hood…lost in the forest on my way to grandmother’s house…only kidding – it’s me, Jane! Red’s the theme for the Thrifty Six December style focus and I’m taking it to the max! This is an authentic Scandinavian, pure wool maxi skirt, I’ve teamed it with a chunky pillarbox red sweater and a quirky vermilion beret. The accent colour is tan, a great contrast to the red and it picks up the orangey stitch detail in the skirt. Dressed head to toe in red I feel totally empowered! – I don’t often wear this colour but now I’m tempted to become a ‘Scarlet Woman’!!!”
Nancy of Nancy’s Fashion Style
“Nothing I am wearing here is pre loved. When this photo was taken, about 5 years ago, I wasn’t into pre loved. But……Castor was pre loved!! We bought him, that sounds weird, we were so lucky to call him ours, also weird but alla, from a breeder. Who, of course otherwise we wouldn’t have ended up at her place, loved her cats to pieces. So this is my pre loved ‘item’! Castor! Yeah right, but he is not red, I hear you say. No indeed, I am a bit cheating this month. But he does wear a red Santa jacket which I got from a friend years ago. So a pre loved cat with a hand me down jacket!”
Shelbee of Shelbee on the Edge
“I recently found this red tartan blazer at my local Thrifty Shopper and it was so perfect for the holiday season that I just couldn’t resist it. Although I had absolutely no reason for purchasing it other than I thought it was so cute…until Grace called Red for this month’s theme! My Harley Davidson tank top, my jeans, and a few of my pearl strands were also preloved items purchased a few years ago. Everything else was shopped from my closet. This combination was inspired by a Gwen Stefani outfit that she was wearing recently on The Voice!”
The Thrifters:
We will be back in 2021 with another pre loved theme!
- Emma of Style Splash
- Grace of Graceful Rags
- Jane of Preloved-Vintage-Handmade
- Lucy of Confessions of a Montreal Styling Diva
- Nancy of Nancy’s Fashion Style
- Shelbee of Shelbee on the Edge
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MONDAY LINKS
The Ageless Style Link Up- The first Monday of every month
TUESDAY LINKS:
Walking in Memphis in High Heels and The Fashion Canvas
Jenerally Informed
WEDNESDAY LINKS:
Jersey Girl Texan Heart
Straight A Style Blog
My Purple World – Oh My Heartsie Girl
THURSDAY LINKS:
Doused in Pink and Curly Crafty Mom
Thursday Moda by Elegance & Mommyhood
My Bijou Life Online 1-Creative Compulsions AND 2-Traffic Jam
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You definitely saved this gorgeous piece from the landfill in the most magnificent way! And the mix and match boots! I love it. I would totally copy that little unique trick if I had two pairs of the same fabulous booties in different colors. But alas, I do not! But you keep on inspiring me to go further and further outside of the style box and I couldn’t be happier! You look amazing as always. Wishing you the happiest holiday, my beautiful friend.
Shelbee
http://www.shelbeeontheedge.com
Oh thanks so much Shelbee! I love to push and inspire- that’s why I’m on here in the first place. And it’s a huge compliment coming from you , my style icon!! Wishing you also the most fabulous holiday! xx
You even have two pair of those gorgeous boots. I’m a sucker for zippers and buttons. Love your outfit. Totally bizar, but it works great! And you can wear anything!
Yes bizar lol!!! But I too find it fun and it works! (for the two pairs of boots in diff colours…it helps to have daughters that share a size and fashion taste lol!!) Thanks so much- you’re too kind xx
Your outfit is beautiful! And, I love that you styled it with the red and black boots! Such a fun idea!
Jill – Doused in Pink
I find the boot idea so fun too! Thanks so much Jill xx
Such a cute outfit! I love the two different colors of booties! And really, why not?
Michelle
https://mybijoulifeonline.com
Exactly!! Wishing you the best for this Holiday season xx
I absolutely love this outfit Lucy!! The mismatched booties are SO cute and such a unique look. I also love that you altered these pieces yourself! Now that I know a few things about sewing, I’ll have to try that too.
Miles of smiles,
Grace
gracefulrags.com
Oh Grace I really encourage you to do so!! It’s a lot of fun to transform outfits! Happy Holiday season xx
What a stunning red outfit! it looks so good on you and it’s great you were able to alter it yourself! 🙂
Hope that you are having a wonderful Christmas week 🙂 I’m so excited for the big day!
Thank you Mica!! Thanks for the good wishes and I hope you have a wonderful Christmas holiday as well!
Your outfit is amazing. I like it so much and how edgy and statement it is.
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That’s so kind- thanks so much!
Ah, you ladies are all so creative!! And right you are–if you can’t wear one of each of those booties now, when can you? Super cute and fun. Wishing you a happy, happy new year!
xx Darlene
Thanks Darlene!
How fun! I love this entire look and definitely those booties. The mix and match was brilliant and you look absolutely fantastic!
Maureen | http://www.littlemisscasual.com
Thank you so much Maureen!