I Still Thrift!

Criticism of Tops aside, one reason I shop there is because you can get a $4 off coupon for the Amvets thrift store.  One reason I went to Tops last week is because I wanted to thrift.  My goal was to find a bathrobe. I've been sporting a tatty terry number with sheep on the back.  I suspect my husband has a vehement dislike for it and I was interested in a nice and lightweight alternative.  The thrifting Gods were smiling upon me as there was an Orvis robe for $6.98.  A little pricey for second hand, but I had a coupon and Orvis is a really good brand.

This is a weighty cotton number and it has a nice pattern. It's not a voluminous robe and should suit me well for spring and summer.  On the weekends, I spend quite a lot of time in my jammies, so having a nicer looking robe will serve as a more pleasing cover-up.  Our kitchen window has a direct view into the neighbor's kitchen too.  We can see what they are wearing and doing and they can see us.  We don't have curtains up because we want light and to be able to see what is going on outside.  I may put in a frosted glass when we renovate the kitchen next year -- for now, I'll try not to look too ratty!  I do also like to eat breakfast in the backyard.

Another goal was to find a few dresses.  This denim jumper will be good for the summer -- I can see myself wearing it at camp.  I could probably wear it to work since the office is uber casual.  There are a few rips near the hem, but that doesn't matter since rips seem to be in fashion these days.  It is not very figure flattering but is very comfortable.  The store had a special that all dresses were half off, so this one was just $3.50.

I spied the Stone Mountain canvas purse and thought it went well with the dress.  It would be a good purse to bring to camp and it was only three bucks.  Right now, it is sealed in a bag with baking soda.  I will be able to wash it to get rid of any lingering thrift odor.  This is a good brand and will hold up well.

I really liked this little black dress.  Surprisingly enough, I don't own many LBDs these days -- mostly because I'm not very little.  This dress has a lot of gathers under the bust and should be able to accommodate my "big boys."  The vintage black clutch was just three bucks and I thought it went well.  When I go places in a dress, I don't like to lug a big purse.  I do already have a cloth/beaded clutch, but wanted something leather.  It was a nice find!

This loot added up to $16 once I had the coupon applied. I donated the change to the vets. I actually dislike that they ask, since everything they sell is for that anyway.  However, I am willing to donate to a good cause and fifty three cents isn't going to be missed.  I am very happy with my haul.  It was a fun way to do something I like on my birthday and a little treat for myself.