Thrifty Fashionista

I’m getting ready to move - because I thought I was about to sign a 1 year lease at this current apartment I allowed myself to accumulate more clothing than I could even wear in a whole year. On the first 2 sorting go ’rounds I allowed myself to fill up 6-7 over sized bags.

I’ve decided to start over with the packing.

But not without a plan.

And not without rules.

Meghann’s Packing Rules

1. I’ve lost 10 pounds in the last month - I haven’t been trying to - probably just a mixture of stress and filling up on Ice Coffees. In any case I’ve been in the bad habit of wearing clothes that are far too big on me now.

So Rule #1: If it doesn’t fit, get rid of it - don’t worry about gaining the weight back, think of the weight of the clothes I will have to carry…and ones that don’t fit me no less.

2. If I haven’t worn it in a year…It has to go. I know I might think I will wear it in the future but I should just be real with myself. Peace out Brown vest wrap sweater thing….

As I began making this list in my head I realized that in theory these rules might seem do-able but once I delved into the bags  the outfit possibilities would make it more difficult then I realized to get rid of the clothes.

So I decided to figure out what my look for this summer would be and only keep the things that fell into these categories - Sort of like, a summer uniform. Florals, Maxi Dresses, cut offs and graphic t-shirts. That’s what I want to live in this summer. I can transition all these items into fall with boots and tights.

Summer Uniform by Lyricalmeg featuring Steve Madden shoes

These photos were lost in the shuffle.

Before I knew I was going to move I went with my friend Jen to check out the Marshalls on 125th street because they have trendy THE CUBE  section in their store, then to Bed Bath and Beyond because I need an industrial strength garment rack for - it turned out to be too heavy for me to carry back to Queens - blessing in disguise as I would now have to schlep it to the new place in Brooklyn.

Yes my dears I am moving back to my beloved Brooklyn - home of the cheap Salvation Army’s and Target.

That’s a crappy cell phone picture of me in Marhsalls shopping at The Cube! I walked away with 2 sundresses and a Queen t-shirt that I love.  I had never been to this particular Marshalls but it was well worth it - the selection of dresses, jean shorts, and cute Betsey Johnson bags was amazing! I can’t wait to wear some of my purchases as soon as the weather clears up and summer actually become summer! To find out  where to find The CUBE near you click  here

I’m wearing Seven For All Mankind Dojo Jeans and a Jovavich-Hawk (NOT for Target) tank top (Both Thrifted) and my Wonder Woman tote bag (I <3 her)

Photo credit: Jen Coolbaugh

Sometimes life hits you like a ton of bricks…all at one time. That was me last week.
I don’t get a lot in to my personal life on my blog - I did all that in my livejournal when I was 16- but somethings in my life have gotten out of hand and suddenly what I was wearing didn’t matter anymore.

I am not the same person I was last week, or even before that. I want to be comfortable and I never want to take off my glasses because my contacts make my eyes hurt.

As I get ready to move (Again) I find my attention drawing outfits being out aside in a give a way pile - while my piles of denim cut offs and graphic t-shirts loom large.

I love my blog because it is something that belongs to me - and I feel in the next few months is will allow me to connect to people in real life at my events (which I am also so excited about).

I feel that a lot of things are about to start over in a good way and I welcome the changes- I look forward to many wonderful things but for now things are still a little difficult, and I am still a little sad.

Here is an outfit from a couple weeks ago when A and I went to Peanut Butter and Co and had a photo shoot in the subway!

Shirt: American Apparel

Jacket: DIY studded GAP KIDS (Thrifted)

Skirt: Lux (Thrifted)

Wonder Woman Tote: Virgin Megastore

Flip Flops: Forever21

It has always been a little dream of mine to have my own little store. I have finally found a way to make that happen - and in the process combine my love of clothes and good party. I give you…..

POP-UP VINTAGE!

POP-UP Vintage is a series of monthly events for the Thrifty Fashionista. My first event will have a trunk show/ party vibe. I have spent the last few weeks collecting some amazing stock  of vintage, and designer clothing. But being me, and loving a good bargain I will also have a $1-$5 rack and tons of accessories!

So far I have these brands ready to go:

*Ungaro

*Missoni

*Prada

*Dooney & Bourke

*Coach

With Only More to come! I have tons of vintage as well in a variety of sizes! So come on down and bring a friend. I will have an awesome DJ Spinning and a cash bar (Vodka Cranberries  will only be $5) as well as some delicious snacks.

Tuesday July 14th

5:30pm-8:00pm

D-Lounge

@The Daryl Roth Theatre

101 E. 15th Street.

For an official e-mail invite please comment on this post. I hope you will all attend!

I am so excited to be able to work with  Chickdowntown to give away these FABULOUS Current/Elliot Skinny Slouch Loved Destroyed Jeans!

All you have to do to eligible to win is tell me what you would wear these fabulous jeans with!  Bonus points if you use Polyvore! All entries should be entered into the comments section of THIS POST.

Contest Ends on Monday June 15th 11:00pm (EST)

Winner will be announced on Tuesday June 16th!

US Residents ONLY Please.

Click the links to view more great Current/Elliot and FREE PEOPLE styles - Perfect for summer!

Good Luck to all! I can’t wait!

Dress: Free People

I was busy all last week preparing my my friends birthday party that I threw at our job. The party turned out to be a success and a lot of fun. I took this outfit from her closet at the last minute while she was getting ready. I hated what I was wearing.

Photo Credit: Justin Noto

Photo Styling Credit: Adam Sarsfield

The weather here in NYC has been erratic. Last week we had temps in the high 80’s - this week I was pulling my boots and hoodies back out.

Here is an outfit from last week. I live in these cut offs in the summer. I have 2 pairs (DIY) and have a pair in the works. I <3 them cause I am not a big fan of shorts.

Tube Top: Lux (Thrifted)

Earnest Sewn Cut-Offs: Thrifted and DIYd

Studded Flip-Flops: Forever21

Now that  The Music Man is over I am working on a new Meetup.com group as my summer project - with my first Meetup event in July! Stay tuned!

I’ve been on a blogging break. Sometimes it’s just necessary to wear nothing but jeans and silly t-shirts and not take pictures of yourself. I have a lot of stuff to write about but have had a hard time just sitting down and focusing. I am finding my fashion choices to be less serious and more comfortable and fun- because that’s what I want to be…at least semi - comfortable and having fun.

Shirt: Swap

Hoodie: H&M (Thrifted?)

Jacket: Wrangler (Vintage & Thrifted)

Skirts: Forever21 (Thrifted)

Boots: Vintage (EBay)

Bag: Aigner (Thrifted)

I wore this for the opening night of Music Man over a week ago. It’s a relief that - that project is done but it wont be long until I will be longing for another one.

Shirt: Topshop (Beacons Closet)

Vest: Zara (Buffalo Exhange)

Jeans: Joes Jeans (Thrifted)

Shoes: Marc Jacobs (Thrifted)

Hat: NYC Street Vendor

Necklace: Forever21

I finally got a cream Fedora and a Military inspired piece of outwear (still looking for a jacket)

Tonight was the opening night for The Music Man! Meaning my costuming duties are done!

It was a stressful weekend and I feel as though I may be coming down with a cold - but enough of that! Now that I am FREE from the shackles of community theatre I will be free to blog to my little hearts content.

But now I have to catch up.

Here is my outfit from last Thursday:

Jeans: Levis (Swap)

Shirt: Kimchi & Blue (Thrifted)

Boots: Blowfish

Tote: Marc By Marc Jacobs

(Thanks for great and “normal” picture Snoopy)