At an impulsive thrift store stop on the way home from work, I found this pretty floral dress for $3!
Not only was it a steal, but I also thought of two ways to wear it right now and a way to wear it into fall!
Here I’m wearing it as a dress …
Details:
Dress – Vintage Blue (thrifted)
Shoes – Madden Girl
Belt – Perry Ellis
Bracelets – Tilly’s & a vintage cuff
Purse – ? (thrifted)
For teaching today, I went for look #2. Here I’m wearing the dress as a vest!
Details:
Jeans – Gap Always Skinny
Shoes – Michael Shannon
Tank – Ann Taylor Loft
(same purse, dress, and jewelry)
I had planned to wear the dress all open, but I decided it was cute buttoned at the very top. What do you think?
I think I could wear this dress in the fall with tights, riding boots, and a denim jacket!
Gee, that’s a lot of ideas for three bucks!
I have a decent wardrobe budget and certainly could (and have!) spent so much more, but there’s something so fun about a $3 impulse purchase with so many possibilities!
Do you enjoy a thrift store adventure or are you more of a Nordy’s girl? I’m totally both!
OXOX
Dawn Lucy
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62 Comments
Cute dress, and I would say that is a steal. Even in goodwills you can't find a dress for $3 anymore. Rachel xo
Right? It's a little local thrift store for a local charity and such great prices!
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How versatile! We love how you created several different looks for the same piece!!
xoxo,
mabel and zora
mabelandzora.com
Thanks so much, Mabel & Zora!
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Great find! I love the color and the print and it's so versatile. I love both looks.
As for me, I love my thrifting more than anything, but I can find some things at Nordies too!
I bet we'd have fun thrifting together, Gracey!
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Ok, that's just brilliant .. really! I would never have thought to wear a sleeveless dress as a vest .. 🙂
Monica, http://www.pear-shaped-gal.com
Haha … you're so sweet! Thanks so much, dear!
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Love it!!! So cute!! And what a steal too!! Awesome job!
Thanks for the inspiration, dear!
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I like the idea of keeping it closed at the top. So unusual.
Well, you've been over to visit a couple of times, you know I adore a good thrift find. I definitely shop in higher priced stores as well, alas usually during the sales period.
Alex – Funky Jungle
Yeah, I'm a mix and match girl too … high end, low end, and everywhere in between!
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You are so creative! I would have never thought to style the dress over jeans the way you did. Maybe I need to rethink my closet! I can't believe it was only $3. Great find.
xo, Amy Ann
The Real Arnolds
Aww, thanks so much, Amy Ann!
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Well, $3 is most certainly a steal! It's adorable and will be great for fall!
Sequins&Stilettos
Cheaper than my Starbucks this morning! 😉
You have a thrift store that's on your route home from work, dearest Dawn?? That must be deadly (or heavenly…depending on your perspective, ha ha!!) I can't believe that you found this maroon floral wonder for only three bucks!! It looks lovely on you as a dress – of course! – but the way you styled it as a vest is a real "Wow!!" And yes, yes, yes to buttoning just the top like you did!! XOXO
http://www.StyleIsMyPudding.blogspot.com
Glad you like it buttoned up, Hon! It looks cute just open too, but I thought buttoned up gave it an interesting look! Haha … the store is not quite RIGHT on the way home, but …. close enough for an impromptu shopping spree now and then! 😉
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Wow, my friend, I truly love your floral dress. You totally nailed it. You are such an amazing shopper. That was such a great deal on that beautiful dress. I love both them both ways though. Keep more styles coming dear.
You're the sweetest, dear friend!
OXOX!!
Wow! I love how you changed this floral dress into a kimono-like look! I would have never thought to do that. Super cute! I love the rich colors of the floral dress too!
Robyn
http://feelgreatfashion.com/
I kinda thought "kimono" too! Thanks, Dear!
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Such a cute dress, and great bargain! 🙂 You're sure to get lots of wear from it in the cooler weather too!
I don't have much luck in thrift stores – but ever now and then will score a great find 🙂 Sales sections are where I buy most things 🙂
Away From The Blue
Sale sections are great too! I love when J. Crew has 50% sales! Plus I get a teacher discount on top of that! 😉
Your second outfit is so creative! I would NEVER have thought to do that. Bravo!
Thanks so much, Whitney!
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Brilliant idea of transforming this dress into a vest, LOVE IT! I enjoy seeing it worn as a dress and you totally rocked it, but the outfit you put together as a vest is just splendid.
Aww, thanks so much, Trina! Means a lot coming from you!
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Now these two version are so great and so cleaver of you. They both look FAB on you! Thanks for wanting to see me today. That warmed my heart.
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Yes, let's enjoy every precious moment for this holiday weekend! I love being a part of FIF!
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It looks amazing as a vest!! Such a fab idea! Thank you for joining Renae & I over at Fashion Item Friday! Ax
http://inmamaswardrobe.blogspot.co.uk/
Isn't Renae fabulous? Glad you were today's co-host! HAve a great weekend!
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Dawn! I My way of thrifting is shopping Poshmark, as I cant stand long, and it seems you have to go through things Boy, I wish I could . This is an example of a fab find! Love the dress, the shape and the color. Burgundy is a hot color for fall too!! As always you look so lovely!
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I wish we had Poshmark! I've always loved burgundy and I'm so happy to see it's hot this fall!
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What a bargain and how clever to style it as a shirt worn with jeans!
♥ carmen
Thanks, Carmen!
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I am a huge fan of shirt-dresses Dawn. Yours is so fun and sassy. Love that you quickly turned it into an open cardigan, layered cover-up – whatever you want to call it. You look mighty sexy on the first outfit though. Great job. As you know I am all about remixing my closet, any day and every day. =)
Enjoy the holiday weekend!! Ada. =)
Thanks so much, Ada! I love the way you remix your closet, Dear! OXOX
Quite the bargain! Great find.
Thanks, Jen!
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I love this!! Especially as a vest….genius!
Debbie
http://www.fashionfairydust.blogspot.com
Thanks, dear Debbie!
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WOW! The dress is so cute and burgundy is big this Fall! Congrats!
x Nina
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Thanks Nina! I'll have to check out that giveaway, Hon!
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What a great idea! I love both ways you've styled it. And what an amazing deal!
Thanks, Laura!
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That's such a lovely colour and pattern.
Thanks, Dear. I'm a big fan of burgundy!
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Wowwww you look awesome babe
Love your style
Kisses
Maggie D.
The Indian Savage diary Fashion Blog
Thanks, dear Maggie!
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Love it! I recently purchased a consigned RL dress that's similar in composition. You've inspired me to try the jeans and tank pairing with mine. 🙂 T. http://tickledpinkwoman.blogspot.com
Ooo, can't wait to see your look!
🙂
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I agree, I like how you wear it buttoned up at the top and with skinny jean! very nice! 🙂
Thanks, Bi! OXOX
Such a steal! I love that dress. I loved it with the sandals, but I really like it as a vest, too. You are adorable. I like it buttoned at the top. Great idea. I want to rummage through my closet and try wearing a dress like that.
Jenni
No, you are adorable! Thanks so much, sweet Jenni!
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So cute! I love that you wore it open too! So pretty!
<3 Shannon
Upbeatsoles.blogspot.com
Thanks, Shannon!
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It's amazing how you were able to create two totally different looks with this one dress! Love them both. Perfect transition to fall piece. Hope you're having a good weekend. ~Cynthia
Thanks, Cynthia! Hope you had a great holiday weekend with the family!
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Fantastic and versatile dress! I love the look over th jeans and wished I were longer and slimmer so that I could rock it like you! 🙂
Aww, you're a doll, Lisa!
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