Comments on: Five “must do’s” when browsing for clothes in a thrift store

By: Kelly @ Wisdom Begun

Kelly @ Wisdom Begun — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 15:35:56 +0000

Thank you, Jen! This article of “must do’s” is exactly what I need. I am so scared of going thrift-store shopping because the times I have gone and purchased something it usually turns out to be a mistake.

I am so glad to be armed with these great tips for next time!

By: Linda

Linda — Sat, 30 Jan 2010 05:03:45 +0000

With the change in the economy, I have noticed all the thrift stores I shopped at to get great deals ; the prices are high! I can get better deals at pennys sales and target. I was shocked at the thrift store when it had a sweater and not a leading brand for $19.00. I would buy a skirt new with nice print/ or colors. Then dive into the thrift store for blazers, sweaters, blouses to make several outfits out of just one skirt. But I am finding my fun thrift shopping has limited due to the price hike. Thanks

By: Diana

Diana — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 05:17:00 +0000

This was a long over due story I’m glad you came through and did such a good job giving light to the idea that shopping thrift stores can not only be easy on the budget but you can have fun doing it too. The videos created for each different element of your story and using models to show off the “great finds” was super clever! I am a thrift store gal myself. I don’t go as often as I’d like now days with a toddler in tow but when I do it’s such fun and I’m always so pleased with the comparison of money spent at the checkout to ALL that I carried out! I also do the scanning clothes tip you suggested as well as having a list to shop by on things I’m needing or looking for so I don’t OVERSPEND on things by spending half the day in Goodwill. I think too, alot of women, have this pre-conceived idea that buying second hand is somehow “only for the less fortunate” or they are somehow more concerned what other people think of them instead of realizing MORE PEOPLE than they think are doing just the same, saving big bucks in their spending habits (but still as if they stepped out of Neiman Marcus’s)…and really MORE in terms of what dollars spent to # of items bought. Ladies-if you thrift shop, your daily outfit sports $8 of your money spent, you receive numerous compliments each day…SAY IT PROUD, SAY IT LOUD: I’m a Thrift Store Shopping Fool lets change the perception that this is somehow a shameful thing for women to do and rather teach how easy, fun, and affording to their budget that it is and actually…SMART!

By: Diana

Diana — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 20:50:26 +0000

Thanks for these tips! I found your blog awhile ago when Cyrstal from moneysavingmom posted your video about 4 meals in 4 minutes, and have been checking it ever since

I have always checked the return rack by dressing rooms, but I didn’t realize that some of those racks that are out in the clothing section are actually new donations! Today I passed one of those racks and remembered this post. I checked it, and found two items that I’ve been looking for for several months! Thanks for your help

By: donna o

donna o — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:50:01 +0000

These are great tips! I was so glad to read that I utilize 4 out of 5 :0)! I am not sure if this is a countrywide offer, but all the Salvation Army stores I have visited have “Family Day”. Wednesday all clothing, coats, shoes, scarves, etc. except the current colored tag is 1/2 price! Not jewelery, furniture, toys, brick a brack, etc. We would never be able to cloth our family of 6 without good ‘ole Sally’s! We have found MANY name brand and even several designer items for a song! My recent purchase was a wool/cashmere Cabela’s winter jacket! Only $7.50! My daughter found an authentic Dolce and Gabana skirt-brand new with hologram authentication piece! For $5! It is worth over $200! She will wear it a few times and then sell it on ebay! I encourage you all to give it a try :0)! I know so many people in our area that won’t go to Sally’s because they don’t want people to get the wrong idea about their family. So sad! Oh well, i just go and buy what they donate :0)! Thanks for an awesome sight! I have been here before, but lost track and now I look forward to scoping around :0)!

By: Caroline Collie

Caroline Collie — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:18:54 +0000

That was awesome and super helpful! I am always so overwhelmed looking at racks and racks of clothing! Thanks so much!

By: Heather

Heather — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 17:34:46 +0000

I’ve been secondhanding for years and I’ve learned a few tricks from reading your post. Thanks for sharing!

By: Melissa Multitasking Mama

Melissa Multitasking Mama — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:50:59 +0000

Thank you for the tips- thrift stores have always overwhelmed me (and my organized self =) and these tips will certainly help!

By: Sabrina Lawrence

Sabrina Lawrence — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 14:36:33 +0000

I have the last red dress. I bought it at Sam’s and thought I was getting a good deal at $19.99! Thanks for the fun posts. Love your blog.

By: Heathahlee

Heathahlee — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 20:16:15 +0000

Jen, I have so missed your blog! I’ve been so busy with Etsy that I haven’t had time to read that much! I love these tips…Sound Man and Kiddo went today to Salvation Army and found Kiddo some much needed jeans. Love it!