
6. I don't know how to word it but you have to often "envision" when you thrift. I have bought plenty of dresses that I envision as a cute shirt. Maybe the bottom is not flattering but the top is fabulous. Sometimes changing buttons on a dress or a shirt can give you a whole new wardrobe piece. You've got to be a visionary.
(This once was a floor length dress...too much polyester was making me sweat so I made it into a top)
7. Find an alterations person/tailor. They are invaluable when thrifting.
8. Make sure to ALWAYS check for broken threading, buttons, holes, fading...if it can be fixed...great. But you don't want to spend 60 bucks repairing a 6 DOLLAR DRESS. (yes, I've done that). If you are a procrastinor by nature...you know hell well you are not going to "fix that button" or "shorten that hem"... so don't buy it! (sorry...I had to be tough on you)
9. Do not overlook the men's department. There are treasures there. There is nothing like a crisp oversized button down shirt cinched with a belt and rolled up sleeves. Men's button downs are often in perfect condition in thrift stores.

7. Find an alterations person/tailor. They are invaluable when thrifting.
8. Make sure to ALWAYS check for broken threading, buttons, holes, fading...if it can be fixed...great. But you don't want to spend 60 bucks repairing a 6 DOLLAR DRESS. (yes, I've done that). If you are a procrastinor by nature...you know hell well you are not going to "fix that button" or "shorten that hem"... so don't buy it! (sorry...I had to be tough on you)
9. Do not overlook the men's department. There are treasures there. There is nothing like a crisp oversized button down shirt cinched with a belt and rolled up sleeves. Men's button downs are often in perfect condition in thrift stores.
10. Become friendly with the thrift store staff. They will let you in on secrets and sometimes give you great discounts. I'm like Norm from Cheers when I go to my spots.
Stayed tuned for Part 3. Let me know if this helps or share some of your tips. If you don't find this helpful, let me know...I could be stuffing another doubled stuff golden oreo down my throat at this moment. Actually, I can type and stuff the oreo down my throat at the same time...I'm talented like that:)