HI! Welcome to bonny-fide.
My name is Lauren and I’m a college
student working unpaid internships, constantly surrounded by fabulous fashion I
can’t afford. So for now I see things I like and I attempt to make them happen (in a less painful way that won’t break the bank). I recreate things, I make
things and I look for cheaper options, or at least I try.
One of the best ways to get your
hands on affordable designer merchandise is to shop second-hand. I like to think
of it as buying a used car. Sure
the value has depreciated a bit, but you’re still getting great quality for a
fraction the original price.
So to kick-start bonny-fide, I figured I’d share one of my favorite
activities: Thrifting.
My friend Kristen and I met up with my friend and former supervisor
Andrew Mukamal at one of my favorite second-hand shops: Beacon’s closet. This Manhattan clothing exchange is the
perfect place to treasure hunt.
This is how it went:
A bit of the inside of Beacon's Closet. So many previously loved wonders. They also sell new jewlery from local designers.
Some VERY "Andrew" items.
Awesome Surf Style pull over.
Some of Andrew’s thrifting advice: If you see an
interesting print or fabric, check the tag. If the tag looks legit, take a picture or write down the
name. This is a great way to learn
about designers that you won’t find on style.com. I looked up the designer of this shirt: Mark Greggory Montano. Pretty interesting.
Prints galore and Junta Watanabe tie-dye hippy jeans.
And the find of the day:
black trench by COMME
des GARÇONS for $65!!! Obviously the newest addition to the closet.
Thanks Andrew =]
So there you have it. With some time and patience treasures are discovered.
Don't forget to check out Andrew's daily video blog: Today's Look!
AWESOME FIRST POST, LB! Had a blast with you at Beacons!
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