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I’m not sure what my deal is but I will rarely buy shoes retail. I have been lucky enough to find some absolute steals at my local thrift stores along with Depop. Before the surge of thrifting and second-hand shopping, I could walk into my local charity shop and easily find a pair of Air Force 1s or Jordan 1s. Now, that is usually not the case. Here are a few of my favorites (and yes, I do know that they are dirty! They are well-loved).

I have been dying to check out the Silverlake Flea Market. My roommates and I finally had the opportunity to go last weekend, and let me tell you - it did not disappoint. The venue was the perfect, digestible size and allowed for complete exploration of the entire market. I find that places like Melrose Trading Post become overwhelming and discourage me from truly taking the time to look through all of the items. Go check this out if you are looking for a beginner-friendly option!

Although this blog was originally started to teach ways to find awesome gems second-hand, my focus has grown to encompass this wave of sustainability. Trying to make eco-friendly switches is something I have incorporated into my day-to-day life: I have been vegetarian for the last 9 years, I made the switch to plant-based milks, and I do my best to only purchase clothing second-hand.

How would you describe “California style”?

A lot of it is taken from celebrities, especially young celebrities like Kaia Gerber, Amelia Hamlet, and Delilah Hamlet because we were all kind of friends with them at a certain point. One week you will be friends with someone and the next week you won’t know them because they have gotten big so you end up following a lot of people on Instagram. A lot of girls look at influencers and celebrities on Instagram and pull their style inspiration from them. You obviously have Brandy Melville which changed a lot of people’s perspective on style. LA is kind of a melting pot since you have people coming from every other state. I have seen a lot of people coming from different places like New York and they have a very different take on style. I don’t think Los Angeles has its own style but I do think we dress differently than the rest of California.

In Florida we don’t have your typical ‘winter weather’. December is usually 72 and sunny so I take any chance I get to bundle up. That’s why thrift stores are my ideal stop for coats and jackets, I don’t have to hand over the big bucks for a piece I might only get to wear once or twice a year. Leopard print has become one of my more recent loves so as soon as I saw this incredible coat for $6.99 I had to scoop it! I paired it with a simple black floppy hat and bodycon dress from ASOS that works as a great basis year round. Hopefully this gives you some inspo to incorporate some fun patterns into your winter wardrobe. :) Much love, B

My Aunt Keira is one of the most innovative and creative people I know, taking everyday items and envisioning them in a new light. Whether it is a glass bangle as a handle (like in the first purse), a horse show ribbon as the frame of a portrait (like in the second bag), or a beads from a broken necklace (like in the first purse). She has an entire room filled with bits and bobs like buttons, tassels, and fabrics. Her motto is if you don’t love it the way it is, dye it, cut it, embroider it. She will buy vintage purses and add miscellaneous things that people wouldn’t normally think twice about and make something beautiful. She creates purses out of miscellaneous sundries that are so unique and embody her personality and style. Here are a few of her beautiful pieces:

When I was little, I was into playing war and always wanted to play with guns. And, I had a weird fascination with military style. The soldiers always looked so fresh. As I got older, I started to appreciate the style, fit, and durability. It is truly the best quality stuff.

Marshalls is the equivalent of Target for me. I go in there to buy a pair of socks and walk out with an entire new wardrobe. When I saw this sweet boho top I said yes please! It is easy, breezy, beautiful and perfect for the 10 months of summer we have here in Florida. I paired it with these vintage Levi shorts and thrifted black booties which are the only thing with a heel I can walk in without resembling a baby giraffe.

I don’t know about you but homecoming is one of my favorite days of the year. How could I go to hoco without my best friends, Aqueena and Sara? Everyone is looking beautiful and having the time of their lives droppin’ it low on the dance floor! However, let’s be real, it’s all fun and games until your bill for the night’s look ends up being upwards of 300 big ones. Being a thrifty sister, I said absolutely not and decided to scavenge through ASOS’s sale section. There, I found this gem.