Thrifty Thursday : Another Thrift Flip edition

Ok, So I haven't been thrifting in FOREVER!

I had to cut back on some things a few years ago and this was one area that haddd to go! Plus I have a second bedroom full of ideas (thrifted items) that I need to either get rid of or do something with. Well, now that prom season has ended, I have extra time on my hands and so BOOM you have another edition of Thrifty Thursday! YAYY!!!

Culottes- I remember my mom wearing these in the early 90's. She bought my sister and I some too! They were big and bright red! I'm sure there is a picture somewhere of us dressed a like. Anywho, yall know I love my vintage and my prints. When I saw this culottes jumper, I figured I could revamp it somehow without the print swallowing me.

Shoulders will be out all SUMMER 2019! A pretty easy cut to the top made all the difference. But, the before does give you a look at what "they" considered plus size fashion to be back in the day. Covered, baggy and whole lot of prints! I think we've come a loooonnng way! Praise God for growth!

 

 I was in between leaving the legs as is or adding a drape. I went with the drape, because it was different. It's a simple stitch that can be removed later if wanted.

The belt, purchased from ASOS, served dual purposes. 1) it broke up the print and 2) it cinched the waist line.

Jumper- Thrifted
Belt- ASOS
Shoes- Shoe Show
Earrings- Forever 21

I hope you guys are having a great week! I'm currently en route to Houston! Saw a restaurant I wanted to try and it's turned into a full fledged Girls Trip! Cheers to Summer 2019!


XOXO,

E. Louise

Spring 1st: Seize the season

Happy First Day of Spring!

The pollen, the bees, and the wasps are out, but so is the Sun! Flowers are blooming, trees are coming alive,and bright colors are returning to our wardrobe! YASSSSS!

I'm working for Joann Arts and crafts part-time and I'm surrounded by a whole lot fabric, and it's torture! Lol Any who, I bought the fabric for this skirt with spring in mind and it did not disappoint.

The high waist pleated skirts are very flattering, so I made me one. Paired it with a thrifted blue jean top and I'm feeling so ready for the season! Happy Spring People!

Hair: @SooooVeronique

Shirt: Thrifted

Skirt: @Shapelylouise

Shoes: Rack Room

Seize the Season!!!!!


Happy Sunday
E. Louise

The Bigger the Better... CLUTCH

Happy MONDAY...

I'm working at Joann Fabric and crafts part-time so I get 1st dibs on the remnants or leftover fabric. So, I'm digging through the bins and what did I find?!?! A Gem! More Leopard Print Faux Fur!

Faux fur or fur will forever be a trend during the winter season and instead of making the typical vest or jacket, I decided I wanted a clutch bag...Like a Bigger than life, leopard print, faux fur, Clutch bag!

It ended up being about a 30 min project. Using Velcro instead of a zipper, would've cut that time in half!

Jordache Jean Jacket/Dress/Belt : Thrifted
Shoes: Citi-Trends 

I thrifted this dress last year and #Thriftflipped it to resemble a bodycon. I've really been crushing on velvet lately, partially because It's so forgiving! 

Wishing You a Great Week!

E. Louise

Spring Fever: OOTD

Thrifting is just as contagious as confidence! One of my nieces recently dropped 60 lbs (I'm so proud of her) and could no longer fit this blazer. So she gave it to me and I gladly accepted!  Floral reminds me of spring, and although this Alabama weather is playing with my emotions (and my lungs), today's temps reached the 60's!!!

 Spring Fever! I CANNOT wait until this time next month. OK that may be pushing it but at least by April we'll be riding  high on 60 or better. I love Denim on Denim and feel that Floral goes great with a lighter wash.

 

Blazer -Thrifted (Gifted)

Top- Thrifted/Bleached DIY 

Jeans- Forever 21 

Pumps- Shoe Show 

Happy Humpday!

E. Louise

Thrifty Thursday: 2.5.15

 

Man I'm on Cloud nine... Two posts in one week! HAHA! So I visited with my older sister this weekend and she took the time point out that I haven't been consistent with my Thrifty Thursday posts. So this one is for you 'Laine! 

 

I went to a new thrift spot yesterday. Went in on a whim and I LIVED!! Had to cut back on my thrifting lately due to #BUDGETCUTS LMBO and plus since thrifting is the newest craze, the prices are going up! *rolls eyes* I saw this Jacket and said hmmmm... It's textured, it's reversible, it's colored, it's oversized, it's PERFECT! 

 

 

 

Went with the black side and rolled the blue side up...

Dress was thrifted by way of ING/ Boots came from Simply Fashions

 



2.99 with 50% off! #Score

 Happy upcoming weekend!

E. Louise

Thrifty Thursday OOTD: 12/8/2011 The Simple Dress...

Happy Thursday!!! I'm always ready for the weekend!! I was browsing through GoodWill and I saw this dress! Five dollar buy and it was plain but, my mind flooded with ideas! Plus, my gut told me that it would fit cute due to the material and... I think I was right! Tune in for my next post and I'll tell you a secret about it... hehehe! 

I was a bit indecisive so I paired the dress with 3 different jackets... Can you guess which one I chose???? =D Check it out and let me know what you think!

Dress Thrifted

Jacket- Wet Seal

Tights- Avenue

Shoes- MIA Via DSW

Jacket- Thrifted

Shoes- Torrid

Imagine that the shoes are black... I didnt feel like changing again! =/ lol

Sweater- Thrifted

And the WINNER is... (insert drumroll here)

What would your selection have been?

Keep Dreamin,

E. Louise 



BOLD and Beautiful OOTN: on the Prowl...

I hope you all are having a great weekend! I swear I've been feeling myself all weekend long!! LOL I call it Conceited Saturdays! It's day full of self-promotion and Confidence boosting! Sometimes you just have to ignore that back roll, side fat, arm flab and focus on your Curvy shadow!!!

I have worn this shirt a lot!! The funny thing is, I find that I wear my thrift finds more than my store bought clothing. This time I paired it with this leopard print skirt from Wet Seal  and a red wrap belt! As always, check it out and let me know what you think!

These shoes equal SHOE-Icide but... Beauty is pain! Ha!

Shoes- Simply Fashions

Necklace- Accessory City

Earrings- Thrifted

                                                    Was the wind blowing?!?!? LOL

Remember Confidence is Contagious!!! Be bold and  beautiful!

Keep Dreamin,

E. Louise

Devil in a Blue Dress.... Color Blocking from my view...

I'm late!!! Haha! Honestly for months I've been curious about the color blocking hype! Trying to figure out what it is outside of putting two colors together that you think balance each other well. I  mean I actually googled the meaning before I "jumped"  right in!! <---Yep it was that serious... Only to realize that I color block all the time, it's not rocket science, and I really over think things sometimes. This past weekend, a friend of mine was celebrating her birthday/housewarming and I decided to Color Block. Cool Spring/Summer colors are better to use when CB'ing  and I felt that I could still get away with wearing these colors this time of year. The bottom is actually a dress that I got from Torrid, but I'm not a big fan of showing cleavage so I put  the cropped shirt over it. Accessorised heavily with pearls and wallah!!

I would wear a different pair of earrings though, I think my hair may have been too long and it looks like I don't have on any.

My Combo: Purple/Royal Blue/ and Teal (I think). Check it out and let me know what you think.

Shirt - Thrifted

Dress- Torrid

Jacket- It's Fashions

Shoes- Payless

Earrings- Thrifted

Necklace- Gold chain/pearls Thrifted

Purse- Gifted (Thanks Ashley)




HAPPY BIRTHDAY ROSY POSEY!!!!



GOOD TIMES W/BETTER PEOPLE!!

Thanks for stooping by and stay tuned Thursday for this weeks Thrift wear/find!

Keep Dreamin,

E. Louise
One more thing... It's Scorpio Season!!!!!!!