Thrifty and Glamorous at the same time?

Penny_Farthing_4

As I was hanging out my washing this morning it occurred to me that my jeans and t shirts have become a sort of a thrifty uniform for me.

And then I got to wondering is it possible to be thrifty and glam at the same time? Or does thrift equate with boring? :cool:

Debt_Free_Chick

Sounds like you need Gok (don't we all????).

No - thrift does not mean boring. It means choosing a number of items that work together and that can be accessorised to create a glamorous look. Belts, scarves, costume jewellry, handbags can all dress up an outfit and turn it into something glam.

Jeans and a white T-shirt can look boring - add a blazer, a brooch, a belt, smart handbag and maybe a scarf and you have a completely different look though.

Strongly suggest that you find a good store with a personal shopping assistant - they WILL work on a budget if you have one and can help you with ideas, even if you don't buy from them. Watch that there isn't a charge if you don't buy though.

Also, look for bargain priced High Street copies of more expensive designer styles.

Hang around for more suggestions.

Ellie67

It is definetely possible to be thrifty and glamorous. I go to work every day with a suit on, ususally Next ( got quite a few from thrift shops) but sometimes Primark, the highest heels I can walk in and full make-up on. My make-up is from Superdrugs own make, 2-True (3 items for a fiver) and my shoes are either Primark or Priceless. All my jewllery is either Primark or George at Asda as are my handbags and I got a real leather document holder/briefcase for six quid in a sale in Debenhams!! Having said that, on my days off I'm usually in my joggers and a t-shirt that costs a quid from Asda!!

chika

No way on earth is thrift boring! I went from having a decent income and living at home with my mum to being a skint student. Nice clothes etc are things that I couldn't bear to give up so I just learned to economise.

I buy a lot of clothes from charity shops and ebay or the clearance shops. Most of my outfits cost less than £20 and people alway comment on how I am dressed. Keeping everything clean and ironed helps and also the accessories. I have a pile of good bags and shoes that I buy in the sales and I do things like add belts to coats to change the look. You can get decent jewellry in primark and I never leave the house without a layer of makeup.

You can be glam while being thrifty but it does take work. There are some good threads on this topic on the health beauty and fashion board.

p-pincher

I agree that being thrifty doesnt mean that you cant be glam. Im alwas getting compliments from friends or work colleagues that they like my clothes, shoes or accessories. And i definately not ashamed when I tell them its all from primark or somewhere similar. If i ever want something a little more expensive (which for me is River island or Next) it has to wait for my birthday or christmas and then it gets looked after properly( shoes get re heeled, Ugg boots get sprayed regularly with protector).

HariboJunkie

Accessorise daaaarling.

Even the thriftiest of clothes can be jazzed up with pretty scarves and charity shop brooches. I have different brooches and corsages for all my coats and my moods . If you google how to make corsgaes you'll get lots of ideas.

Get the basics right, ie good haircut, good quality clothes and striking accessories you can't go wrong imho.

Rummer

I agree with all the posters above, I think to be glam on a budget you just need to be a bit more creative and spend the time looking. Key pieces in the sales that you can then change with accessories or inexpensive fashion items. Look for quality pieces in charity and vintage shops or add details to clothes you have already.

PrincessPeach_2

i agree with the all the posts here... its all about accessorises. I get a lot of mine from Primark too and you can never tell. Its amazing how a good belt or bag can change an outfit.

I have spied a big black belt from Next that i think it will be all i need for this winter (am hoping lol) ....rumour has it they are having a midseason sale next weekend...... I'm going for the belt

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Kitchenbunny

It's definitely more of a case of accessorising with me. I try to shop in charity shops all the time for clothes themselves (and sometimes shoes and bags). Scarves, too. Also, having a good haircut helps or at least having a classic style. That's what I try to do - go for style over fashion, and you'll be timeless.

My hair is quite long, so most days I put it up with a simple clip to keep it off my face. I usually wear a pair of simple black trousers for work (wherever I can find a bargain) with a nice pair of rescued shoes (charity shop or other sale) and a nice blouse or shirt. I'll admit that for the times I want high fashion but don't want to shell out overmuch I'll buy those magazines in summer with free tops attached. That way I get to read the magazine as well. As I'm not really a follower of fashion, I'd rather do that and get something I can use again and again. Earrings and a necklace can change the mundane into something spectacular, too.

Glamour doesn't have to cost the earth.

Kitchenbunny x

luxor4t

Penny_Farthing wrote: »

As I was hanging out my washing this morning it occurred to me that my jeans and t shirts have become a sort of a thrifty uniform for me.

And then I got to wondering is it possible to be thrifty and glam at the same time? Or does thrift equate with boring? :cool:

Somewhere on the forum there is a thread about a capsule wardrobe : a collection of basic garments that work together that can be updated easily.


Thrift is EXCITING...but make sure you wear comfy shoes on clothes hunting trips