You all know that I am a college student and I have a limited amount of money I can spend on clothes. So naturally I love Goodwill, but seriously until this fall my Goodwill has sucked! I feel like however when I say that I start finding items there so I am going to just start saying it always sucks that I can find good things! We’ll see how that works out for me.
One of the reasons why I love Goodwill is that they employ people with special needs. You may or may not know, my younger brother has Downs Syndrome. We are 19 months apart and he is one of my absolutely favorite people ever. It means so much knowing that he can have a job in an understanding environment and people are kind to him. I am always super sensitive to when someone has a special need and try to talk to them because I know how much it means to me when I see this happen to my brother.
This his him and I a few weeks ago, he wore the KU shirt just for me! |
I swear I never saw this in Target stores, it’s striking in real life. Also it has a pocket for an iPad! This is going to be used for school definitely! |
Lily Pulitzer cardigan (literally brand new)/Charlotte Russe tank top/Gap cardigan (WITH TAGS!) |
I really don’t care for neon on me, but come on! It’s a $4 sweater that is brand new! Even I can manage to put aside how I feel about neon for that! |
So I can’t really complain, what I got is incredibly hot right now and literally haven’t been worn. Also, to whoever this person is who keeps donating almost brand new Lily Pulitzer sweaters, thank you and you can just directly donate to me from now on.Thanks. Have you guys found anything exciting from your Goodwill?
Maria DaintyandDecadent
I love finding a good deal! I love that picture of you and your brother 🙂
Kristen
Great finds! I'm jealous! Such a sweet picture of you and your brother!
Jen Grantham
Those are great finds! Also, love the picture and story about how close you are. Just keep loving you more.
Amy
Great finds! And you're right about GW being such a great cause place! I work for a nonprofit that works with individuals with DD and its so amazing to see them at work and so happy! I love it!
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Citrus - Refreshing Fashion
incredible finds! im coming to your goodwill!
XO Meghan
citrusrefreshingfashion.blogspot.com
shopandtwirl.com
Such a sweet post! I can't believe you found all that at goodwill. I must be doing something wrong and/or not going often enough because I've never found stuff like that! I guess I should probably give it another try soon. Love all your finds!
Always Maylee
Um, these are fabulous finds! Can't go wrong with anything sparkly. And the bag is pretty awesome.
xo, Yi-chia
Always Maylee
Sophie @TheForge
I love a good goodwill find 🙂 I check at least once a month and have found great things. Love the sparkly top!
xx
sophie
http://theforgestyle.blogspot.com
Closet Fashionista
Ooh, such great finds!!!
And yes, I love Goodwill for that reason, it's definitely a great cause 🙂
http://www.closet-fashionista.com/
Laura
Great finds! That bag is so beautiful! I love when I find purses that are just so beautiful you just want to hold them forever; especially if you find them at a thrift shop. 🙂
xoxo,
Laura
http://lauraisthriftingthroughlife.blogspot.com/
Sara Estis
Alissa! I literally just screamed outloud! I JUST BOUGHT THAT BAG! On Saturday! The exact same one – also in brown! I needed a new bag for school – one that had structure but wasn't too business-y or tote-y looking and thought this one was perfect! Now we can totally be bag twins. 🙂 xo, Sara
theadoredlife
Woooaahhhh!!!! I love it!
designchic
Oh wow…the sequin top…fabulous!!
Meg {henninglove}
i love your brother's hat and t-shirt, Rock Chalk Jayhawk! and awesome Goodwill finds, that bag is amazing
blue roses
i enjoy frequenting goodwill for the same reason…. i like supporting organizations that support others!
you and your brother are adorable! it is so amazing to be close with your siblings and to share that deep bond with one another.
lately, i've been hitting up the junior league in my town…. i've gotten brand new amanda uprichard silk dresses for cheap! tags on!
http://dallianceswithsuitsandskirts.blogspot.com/
zhanna
Great finds! Its always exciting to find great things!
XO,
Zhanna
http://www.lifeandbows.com
Ramona
Oh, that sequin top is so gorgeous and you can always layer it when it will get cooler.Gorgeous finding!
♥
xoxo Ra
Lindsey A. Turner
Love that sequined top!
Lindsey
http://thriftandshout.blogspot.com
Minted Glam
Great finds! Love that sequined top!!
Katherine
http://mintedglam.blogspot.com/
Priya
Your brother is adorable Alissa. He's lucky to have a sister like you!
Goodwill is hit or miss and you definitely have to have a lot of energy to go in there! You certainly had some awesome finds, my favorite is that Gap cardigan, awesome!!
perfectly priya
Ginny
I stop by Goodwill about once a week after work. I almost always find at least one great thing, plus, teachers get an extra discount. 🙂