Practically every costume I’ve made over the years started with something I spotted at Goodwill that inspired an idea. Last year, I found a full length white fur coat and I immediately thought: Cruella Deville! This year, I was browsing the racks and spotted this furry royal blue poncho sweater and the first thing that popped into my mind was: Cookie Monster! …
Fall = Must Have D E T A I L S
Now that we are transitioning out of the hot days of Summer into chilly days of Autumn, it is more about details than actual pieces when it comes to your wardrobe. It’s all about the little things in Fall Fashion 2019. Below are ten details to add to your outfits, or if you see it while you’re thrifting…GRAB it! Invited …
Statement Pieces
So you guys know I teeter back and forth with exploring fashion that is minimalist and maximalist. This leaves even myself confused in choosing the direction that I want to dress. I suppose there are far more difficulties in life. There are the daily routines in our lives that so often bring us moments of joy, but let’s be honest, …
Dina’s Days Thrifting Tips
Hi everyone! Since I know many of us struggle with this, I am sharing some of my best tips on how to build & thrift a functional wardrobe! Making sure your closet is organized and decluttered is essential to this process. First, clean out your closet and get rid of everything that’s too small, big, worn out or outdated. …
Ways to Stay Organized Now That School’s in Session
By Lorie Marrero You’ve got the shopping done and the kids have started school, but NOW what do you do? Sometimes that first couple of weeks is the hardest part of all as everyone gets adjusted to new routines and situations. Let’s go over your two best weapons—the “family binder” and “Sunday planning.” Find Information Quickly with a Family Binder …
There’s more to life than avocado toast.
Hello Goodwill style readers! In last months post, I wrote about a style journey. I thrifted the most amazing pair of vintage shoes that were adorned with mermaid-like sequins. They were flats, super easy to wear, and I’m guessing from the 1980s. They had never been worn with the price tags still intact. I decided that if I wore them …
Goodwill Employee of Distinction Luncheon Recognizes 69 Honorees
AKRON, Ohio — Sept. 5, 2019 — Goodwill Industries serving Summit, Portage, Medina, Ashland and Richland Counties recognized 69 outstanding employees in our community at its 18th Annual Employee of Distinction Awards Luncheon on Wednesday, Sept. 4. The event provides employers a cost-effective way to publicly recognize outstanding employees. This year 27 area organizations nominated employees for the top honor …
How To Remove Stains from Leather at Home
SO. I bought a $250 Madewell bag… USED for about $30 … with a big ol’ spot on it… It’s a mysterious stain and so I really kind of took a chance buying this bag, hoping I could remove it. It is real, vegetable tanned leather. Now, the bag can be worn so that the stain is facing the inside …
Stuck in a rut? How to be your own Stylist
Although I take some snazzy pictures and include a few hashtags, I struggle with fashion inspiration at times. I know first hand it can be overwhelming as fashion and trends are constantly changing. Below are examples of places I turn to get inspiration or ideas on what to wear each and every day! My hope is for you to be …
Summit For Kids 2019: Back-to-School Fashion with Goodwill
Over the weekend Goodwill hosted a fashion show during the 10th Annual Summit for Kids in downtown Akron! We focused on showcasing sustainable fashion for Back-To-School that makes a statement while making a difference! Each of our kids from pre-K to 11th grade chose an outfit that expresses their own style and creativity! First up are two adorable brothers Darren …