Thrifted Or Gifted, Featuring: Buffalo Plaid

Why hello! While preparing to work on this blog post today I received a notification from my computer warning me that my storage is filling up. Sigh. I should already have a system in place, but computer clean up is not my favorite. However, I'm working on it, but loading photos into organized albums on Google Photos as I go along. Now I just need to start transferring and deleting from my computer, which is about 6 years old now. What storage system do you use? Dropbox? Google? Inquiring, unorganized minds would love to know!


Anyhoo, the storage notification pulled me into the abyss of old photos and videos. I knew I shouldn't watch them but I couldn't help myself. My cuties were small again; giggling and laughing over the silliest of things. The adorable toddlers (for that clip anyway!) took turns hiding under a blanket, believing that we could no longer see them and we happily fed that lie...

"Where's Caden?? Where's Evan??"

They'd pop out from under their blanket, smiling ear to ear and laughing in delight. I wonder if they thought we were the ridiculous ones. Of course this game is universal when you're 2 and it can go on for what seems like hours. Those were such special days. I love the moments I have now, but I can't help but get misty eyed watching them at that stage.

Ahem. Okay. Enough of the sappy and sentimental! I intended to share about the thrifted, gifted and lifted. I know. That sounds like I stole some items. I can assure you I did not. However, what's the saying when you scored a price so low??

"I got it for a steal."

That's exactly how I felt about these $5, thrifted moto boots from Clothes Mentor. (Click here to see how I styled them in the previous post.) The white tee was another great buy at the GAP. Don't worry I'm not weighed down by any bargain-snatching guilt. The more the merrier, though I understand places can't stay in business if I try live on "steals" alone.

Scotty Dogs Make this Plaid Fun

Now how about this buffalo plaid with Scotty dogs all over it?? Too cute. This is about as close to owning a dog I think we will get.  It was a Christmas gift, along with the stretchy pants. Though this shirt was from last year, we all know that buffalo plaid is everywhere this year. Don't you love when last year finds are even bigger the next year?

Of course I cannot close without touching on the accessories. The hematite combined with the silver completed this casual ensemble, but I think adding a pair of black or red pumps with the right handbag or clutch would elevate this get up for an evening look.  Earning the jewelry through my efforts in Premier makes this outfit around a $15 out of pocket investment, not counting the backpack purse I wear all the time. Though the cost per wear has got to be a low figure by now! ;)

Well, my friends do you enjoy thrift shopping and what's the best deal you've scored lately? And if you'd like a little Christmas cheer check out the continuing saga of my Christmas tree and cupcake adventures below. :)

Much love,

Chrissy

Outfit Breakdown:

Plaid Top (TalbotsThis Season/Target Option)/White Long sleeved Tee (GAP)/Moto Boots (Target Current Style)/Chunky Wrap Bracelet (Premier)/Layering Necklaces (Premier)/Cross Necklace (Premier Designs)

Linking up with Not Dressed as Lamb, The Blended Blog, Shelbee on the Edge, Classy Yet Trendy, HLS, Fashion Should Be Fun, Fancy Friday Link Up, Weekend Wear, Elegance & Mommyhood, A Pocketful of Polkadots

****Christmas Trees and Cupcakes****

Day 5: The Brookshire Family tree: Post Haircut :)

Sandi & Me in our converse - she's matching her apron, I'm matching my shirt. ;)

Favorite Ornament: "Wow! He's Our Shepherd"

Funniest Moment: Trying to get her dog off the trampoline.

Cupcake: Red Velvet

Day 6: The Splat Tree...Because sometimes momma just needs to get away!

Cupcake: Pumpkin Spice - one of my personal favorites!

Day 7: The Schmitt Family Tree: Friend and Fellow Fashionista :)

Favorite Ornament: Childhood Gift From Her Mom

Her Cupcake: Very Vanilla VEGAN