I’m delighted to have another guest, Anna, on the blog to show off her preloved style this secondhand September. What do you love about second style? I’ve always liked to mooch in charity shops. I’m never looking for a particular item, but always open to finding a special piece that can find a home in myContinue reading “Secondhand September Style Queen – Anna”
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Secondhand style hits and bombs
We’re midway through Secondhand September and I thought it would be fun to share some of my preloved fashion hits and bombs. In 2020 I decided to do a year-long experiment of buying only secondhand clothes. I really wasn’t sure I could make it through the year. What would the weekend be without a tripContinue reading “Secondhand style hits and bombs“
Three myths about secondhand style you can ignore
It’s Secondhand September again. For 30 days, Oxfam invites us to pledge to buy only pre-owned fashion and accessories. Why September? It’s a huge month for fashion. As the season changes to autumn, the chill in the air prompts us to contemplate a new winter coat, investing in a pair of boots or revisiting ourContinue reading “Three myths about secondhand style you can ignore“
Second September Style – Karen
I’m honoured to have another guest, Karen, on the blog to show off her preloved style this secondhand September. What do you love about second style? I’m not a seasoned charity shop shopper and wish I were. When I buy, usually new, I choose pieces that are as sustainable as I can find or afford.Continue reading “Second September Style – Karen“
A thrifter’s guide to Cambridge
It’s Secondhand September – the month in which we can reduce our environmental footprint, save money and look stylish all the same time by shopping for preowned fashion. Traditionally September is a huge month for the fashion industry. There’s nothing wrong with buying a staple coat or replenishing your knitwear collection when autumn arrives, butContinue reading “A thrifter’s guide to Cambridge“
My best thrifted fashion find – so far!
One sunny day in June, I decided to spend an afternoon in local village- Barnt Green, in Worcestershire. I was there to sample the local coffee shops and laze about in the sun (my usual) but on seeing a branch of the Acorns charity shop, I went in. I didn’t expect to find anything inContinue reading “My best thrifted fashion find – so far!”
A thrifter’s guide to Leamington Spa
This month I’ve cast the thrifting net a little further by visiting the Warwickshire Spa Town of Royal Leamington Spa. The town is noted for its beautiful Georgian architecture: I visited on a winter’s day and got caught in a hail storm: Leamington Spa is a prosperous town – type its name into Google andContinue reading “A thrifter’s guide to Leamington Spa”
The UK’s best thrifting destination?
Grazia magazine – I never miss an issue! – recently ran a feature about some of the best charity shops and vintage stores in the UK. Alderley Edge, a town in Cheshire was identified as top destination of choice for thrifters. It just so happens that a very good friend of mine from university livesContinue reading “The UK’s best thrifting destination?”
Putting on the (pre-owned) glitz
If ever there was an item clothing that it makes sense to buy secondhand, it’s a Christmas party frock. At this time of year, the shops are overflowing with sequins, satin and shimmer. I don’t know about you, but after a lockdown Christmas last year, I am so ready to party I’d consider wearing heelsContinue reading “Putting on the (pre-owned) glitz”
Recycled By
Ruth, the founder of ‘Recycled By’, has a mission. Her ambition goes beyond persuading people to buy pre-owned clothing; it’s to encourage them to be proud to be seen in second-hand. Recycled By seeks out the best pre-owned clothing available. Its current selection includes Prada mules, a skirt by Stella McCartney and pieces from top-endContinue reading “Recycled By”
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