Simple and Sustainable Tips for Gifts and Serving Food This Holiday Season

The holiday season is upon and I absolutely love this time of year. The smells, the sights, the decor, and the nostalgia that encompasses this time of year are my favorites. As I look at my calendar for the rest of the year and into the New Year multiple gatherings, meals, parties, and celebrations are coming up. When I start …

12 Months of Thrifting Challenge: November Prompt – Thrifting a Home Decor Look for Less

Decorating your dream space does not have to be expensive. I’ve been decorating my home with Goodwill finds for years. If the thrift store is the last place you think of checking when you need home decor, think again! Not only is buying secondhand decor items extremely sustainable and good for the environment, it’s also a way to add quality …

12 Months of Thrifting Challenge: October Prompt — Expanding your Thrift Comfort Zone

One of my favorite things about shopping secondhand is that it allows me to curate a style and wardrobe that is uniquely my own. Through trial and some terrifying errors, I’ve developed a routine of wearing a “uniform” of sorts, or a signature look of saturated colors, bold prints, and textures. There’s comfort and convenience in knowing what you like. …

12 Months of Thrifting Challenge: September Prompt — Thrift Something Inspired by your Favorite Show, Movie, or Book

As a 90s kid, I have fond memories of watching the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air every week with my family. What I looked forward to the most was Hilary Banks’s impeccable sense of style in each episode. Played by Karyn Parsons, Hilary’s style embodied 90s fashion. The shoulder pads, bold colors, hats – I loved it all.     This …