I’ve never been able to justify spending more than $20 on a piece of clothing, and with the expense of living in Vancouver, I’ve learned that clothing is not my first priority. I also face the challenge of finding sizes that fit me in most chain stores. I am not a small girl, and have learned to embrace my chub over the years. However, I’ve learned that the mainstream fashion industry doesn’t have the same opinion. My size is somewhere between L – XXL depending on the brand, and many stores only carry up to a L. But who says that a girl can’t look nice?
I soon started learning where to find the best deals, and how to hunt for the best stuff at second hand and consignment stores. I learned that the best way to thrift is to make it an all day event, and to start with the biggest sizes and work your way down. I taught myself that you can always take something in, but making it bigger just ain’t gonna happen. After a couple of years of this under my belt, I can safely say that the majority of my clothing was purchased for the price I’ve limited myself to, and is one of a kind!
So this is my stab at being a fashion blogger. Sure, I may not live up to Young, Fat and Fabulous or J. over at Fatshionable, but it doesn’t hurt to have fun!
Dress #1
Bought at Value Village for a grand total of $6.99
Brand: David Bradley Fashions
I love the shape of it, and the enormous shoulder pads!
Won’t you join us in the 6 month, 6 dress challenge?
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so cool. so cool so cool. somewhere in the past year, i have lost my rebellious nature that pushes me to wear things that are quirkier than the mainstream. what has happened to me!!!! this was an inspiring post lady. i love the shape of this dress, especially the pleated part of the skirt. awesome.
You’re too cute! Love the dress and the look of your glasses with those shoulder pads, priceless! =)
You look AWESOME.
And super adorable.
Hi Awmber!
Thank you for the nice comment on my blog. I love your dress, very unique; I like the asymmetrical pleats overlaying the solid skirt. And I have to agree with Moorea, I feel sometime during my 20′s I lost the “balls” to wear quirky styles, but slowly introducing some fun, thrifted pieces to my causal and work styles.
xo, Jenn
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