Fashion Friday: Pearl power

Button-up: Charlotte Russe (thrifted) | Top: Heritage (Costco) | Jeans: Paper Denim & Cloth (old) | Shoes: ShoeMint

I recently discovered the joy of trading in my old clothes. A new store just opened up in our neighborhood that accepts gently used clothing, shoes and accessories and pays you in cash or store credit.

Of course, I thought this was fantastic and weeded out a bunch of clothes that I never wear anymore — and Andrew went through his closet, too. Then we browsed the store for gems. So far, I've scored this great pearl-collar shirt and a beautiful wool peacoat (that you'll be seeing on this blog soon). It makes me happy to know that I'm not spending any more money but still getting new clothes that I love.

And this button-up is already a favorite. I think it's cute layered, but it would also look great on its own with a full skirt.

Have you ever traded clothes in? Did you have a good experience?

Music of the night

In our quest to find old silk ties to make these amazing Easter eggs, Andrew and I hit the mother lode at DI tonight. I got a bunch of Berenstain Bear books (have I mentioned that I collect them?), four cool ties and six great CDs! Thrifting is my favorite.

Excuse the awful, blown-out flash. It's late and I was lazy.

Andrew also found a great CD called "Sax on the Beach" (The title had me giggling for about five minutes straight -- yes, I am 12 -- and actually, I am still giggling) that we did not buy, even though I was tempted just because of the word play. Sometimes DI is really fun on a week night -- and now I have a bunch of new (OK, old, but new to me) music to add to my iPod! Yay!

What's your favorite thrift store find lately? Do you know anywhere to get cheap silk ties? DI's were $3 a pop. I mean, really? Not a cheap Easter project!