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 …

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 …

Six Questions I Ask Myself Before I Thrift Clothes for Kids

There are so many reasons why I love shopping secondhand for children’s clothes and toys. First, kids are EXPENSIVE! They grow out of their clothes faster than I can buy them, their clothes shrink far too easily, and their interests change in a blink of an eye. Also, keeping kids clothes in rotation as long as possible keeps them out …

How to Transition Your Wardrobe Out of Summer

And here we are, smack dab in the middle of one (hot) summer and all I can think about is ‘how will I prepare for the (dreaded) cooler days inevitably ahead?” It’s more than just a sweater or jacket to add to your existing warmer-weather look. As we move closer to back-to-school and out of the dog days, there are …

5 Ways to Make your Outfit go from Drab to Fab!

Do you ever finish getting ready and just feel like your outfit NEEDS SOMETHING? Like it’s just not quite right or complete? Me too, girl, me too! Today I’m sharing 5 tips to help take your outfit from meh to ohhhhh yeahhhh! Haha, or something like that 😉 1. Add a B-L-A-Z-E-R I’ve always thought that by adding a blazer …

DIY Projects: Back to School Edition

Getting ready for the new semester? Be creative! With thrifted finds from Goodwill students can save money and still get what they need to start the semester on the right foot. Here are a few of our favorite back-to-school DIYs! Neon Accent Shoes Stylish Succulents Dry Erase Board Cork Board Custom Book Bag Desktop Organizer Locker/Wall Organizer

Another Day Another Sparkle.

I’m in a fashion rut. I’m teetering between a wanting to wear a wardrobe that is weirder the B-E-T-T-E-R, while simultaneously considering that simplicity my standard. Am I a maximalist, a minimalist, or am I both? I adore planning outfits, piecing together fabrics, textures and accessories where my instincts kick in and say, Yes! I know what feels right, I …

Luxury Fashion & Job Opportunities Provided in NE Ohio

What I love most about working with different businesses in the NE Ohio area are all the creative ways I can highlight their particular store and help promote the manner in which they are interesting or are helping the community. Recently, thanks to my friends at Amp Strategy, I have had the fun and amazing opportunity to partner with Goodwill …