So it's official, I'm now your Baltimore expert and travel guide! NO really. If you've been reading my posts or following me on Insta @CharmCityThriftanista and thinking, "wow, Baltimore looks really cool!" now is your chance to visit an hit up all my favorite places. From cafes to thriftshops...this has everything for the thriftanista. Even [...]
This great guide from The Everygirl explains what to look for when you're shopping Fast Fashion (think Forever21, H&M, Express, etc.). These rules also apply when you're out scouting for vintage and thrift finds. I can't even begin to tell you the times that I've been in a store and kind of "blacked out" to [...]
That weird time between Summer (HOT!) and Fall (Less hot...) is upon us. Kids are going back to school. YOU may be going back to school (Hello Masters degree!). We all need a couple things to transition us between these two seasons and back. Check out what I've been scoring for Fall in the [...]
Really all you need is some vintage finds and a little bit of classiness. For her makeup stick with a frosty pink and done eyes with a small cat eye and perfectly done eyeshadow. Don't forget the bronzer, Jackie O had a nice tan glow at all times. Make sure you have some sort of [...]
This post on HelloGiggles.com really says it all about vintage and second hand sizing. If you like something, try it on. It doesn't matter what size it is. If it is too big for you or needs alterations, consider altering it. Above all try on LOTS of things at vintage and second hand stores, and [...]
In the words of the creator/artist/Baltimore royalty, John Waters about Baltimore fashion in an interview given by City Paper: John Waters: "You should never spend a lot of money on clothes. We have great thrift shops here, always have. You should go buy that thing no one would wear at your school and wear that. [...]
Hey thrifty ladies and gents of Baltimore (and beyond). I’m the Charm City Thriftanista The time has come for me to actually live up to my name and share some of my amazing knowledge of everything thrifty in Baltimore city. If you are looking for a way to look fabulous for literally any event, or [...]
