Yes, we often talk about missing the mall and how excited we are to go shopping in the States, but yesterday I was reminded of the beauty of second hand shopping.
Well yes, you have to look real close because half the lights are burnt out, you have to sift through aisles of the randomest stuff, like fat people's pre-used leotards, and ignore all the people watching you. Most clothes are wrinkled and dirty, but a little washing and a fixing of a button is not to hard. So why is this so great? Because you can get great clothes for cheaper then anywhere else.
Here's what I got yesterday:
(I was mostly looking for summer clothes, so I don't look like a bum burning up in Texas when I land in mid-July).
2 tank tops. Cute swim shorts. Sun-dress. A couple cute tops. Aztec skirt. Sleeveless cardigan. A nice formal dress for sometime in the future.
They look a bit frumpy now, because they need washed and are just strewn on the couch- but I have some great I'm-attempting-to-somewhat-fit-in-and-be-somewhat-trendy-non-MK-outfits planned. Exciting stuff. :)
Guess how much I paid for all of this?
$10. Yep. I'll give you a chance to collect yourself...
That's more then the average person spends on sunglasses. Or on a lunch. Or on a t-shirt for sale...ok I could be totally wrong here...it's been a while since I've seen "real prices".
Oh second hand shops, how I'll miss you...but don't worry- I'll visit you again before I go to the land of expensive clothing...:)
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