Wednesday 13 March 2019

Thrifted Outfits: Printed Tees and Maxi Skirts With New Rebecca Minkoff Bags

I think these outfits sum up my style perfectly! Thrifted maxi skirts and tees, with some splurge-worthy bags. Because why spend a lot on clothes when you could put that money towards the bag budget instead? 😂


I've been thrifting a lot more in recent years - it was helped by having an opshop (thrift store) right next to the playgroup we went to weekly. Although it's now closed down it helped me see that I could maybe swing 10-15 minutes to browse if there were some toys around for the boys to play with! I've been looking further afield at different opshops to find a nice replacement store, which of course has lead to buying things as I browsed! It's meant I could pull these outfits together really cheaply (if you don't count the cost of the bags I accessorised with!)

What I wore:

thrifted printed tee ruffle maxi skirt summer sahm style outfit with rebecca minkoff edie cross body | awayfromblue

Rebecca Minkoff Edie small crossbody bag in magenta | awayfromtheblue

awayfromblue instagram | kids birthday party mum outfit printed tee maxi skirt rebecca minkoff edie cross body bag magenta
Tee: thrifted Kmart abstract blob print tee
Skirt: thrifted Crossroads black ruffle hem maxi skirt (new purchase)
Shoesblack slim Havaianas thongs
BagRebecca Minkoff Edie small crossbody bag in magenta (new purchase)

Why I wore it:

This skirt is recently purchased - both it and the tee were only $1 each. While I do already have a black drawstring waist maxi skirt, it doesn't have the ruffled hem and does have splits up each side which limits when I can wear it. I can see this working for cooler weather with some ankle boots, and being petite I wasn't going to turn down a perfect length maxi skirt for just $1. I suspect it may have been altered before to suit its previous equally short owner!

The perfect outfit for a busy day. First wearing of my new Rebecca Minkoff Edie cross body bag too. I scored this in the January sales, and while it took a few weeks to arrive it was worth the wait! Wore this to a birthday party at McDonalds in the morning and then watching church online at my friends house in the evening.

With the bold abstract print on the tee and the bright cross body bag, I didn't feel this outfit needed a necklace.


Last worn: abstract print tee, Havaianas. First time I've worn the ruffle maxi skirt and Edie bag too as they are recent purchases.

Other ways to wear abstract print tee and denim shorts.


What I Bought In January And February - Opshop Haul:






What I wore:

space dye tee and mixed print maxi skirt opshopped outfit thrift finds and rebecca minkoff bag | away from blue

mixed print thrifted maxi skirt and Rebecca Minkoff MAB Camera Bag in almond | away from the blue

awayfromtheblue instagram summer printed maxi skirt and tee thrifted opshopped outfit with mab camera bag
Necklace: Kmart gold and navy beaded necklace
Tee: thrifted Mix Apparel black marle tee
Skirt: thrifted tribal print maxi skirt
ShoesNovo Tawny rose gold sandals
BagRebecca Minkoff MAB Camera Bag in almond

Why I wore it:

Another completely thrifted outfit if you exclude the accessories! This tee was even cheaper than the one above, working out to just 67 cents as I got it in a 'fill a bag for $2' sale with a few other pieces. This is its sixth wear too, getting great cost per wear.

I've tried print mixing with it before, this time around I thought I'd pair it with this printed maxi skirt. Which I got in the same $2 bag of clothes. It was originally a dress, and I decided to have it altered into a skirt. It's such a fun summer piece.

I liked the way that the space dye tee worked with the mixed prints on the skirt, and I think the Rebecca Minkoff MAB camera bag tied the two pieces together nicely. Since the bag was a Christmas gift, that leaves the sandals to be the most expensive part of my outfit and I purchased them for $20!



Last worn: black printed tee, gold and navy beaded necklacemixed print maxi skirt, gold sandals, Rebecca Minkoff MAB Camera Bag.

Other ways to wearblack printed tee in the office, mixed print maxi skirt and denim jacket, gold sandals and shorts, Rebecca Minkoff MAB Camera Bag and frill sleeve tees.




How You Can Wear It:

There is a false assumption that you need to wear a new outfit every day or you can't rewear things - in fashion in general, not just in blog land. I definitely challenge that and I enjoy showing you different ways to wear things in every post, and my 30 wears series to illustrate that you don't need new things all the time. And you certainly don't need to spend a lot when you do buy things!

You can easily find a bargain piece or two to update your wardrobe and make things feel fresh without maxing out your credit cards. Opshops, thrift stores, eBay, sale sections, all are good ways to make your fashion budget go a little further and give you the thrill of something new, so you can have a little more money to splurge on the things you care more about. That means more money for handbags for me obviously! 😂

In blogging, there is pressure to wear new things, things you can link and generate commissions on sales of. And I truly do appreciate those of you who buy things through the affiliate links I share to give me a little extra money for my hobby. But I'd much rather be a useful blog, that gives you inspiration for ways to wear pieces you already have and encourages you to rewear pieces to get more value from the things you've bought.


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51 comments:

  1. I agree with you Mica - save money on clothing an invest in accessories like great bags and shoes! I don't get to thrift as often as I'd like but there are so many good deals to be found and it's fun to find treasures!
    xo,
    Kellyann

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    1. It's a good rule to apply to shopping I think! :)

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  2. I agree on being wise with a clothing budget. Although, I can afford splurges, I like to have a mix of high and low priced items. I enjoy thrifting and a good consignment shop. I really like the warm color of your RM camera bag.

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    1. I really like a mix of high and low styles together! :)

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  3. You find some awesome thrift finds. I so need to start thrifting more.

    http://www.amysfashionblog.com/blog-home

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  4. I love your budgeting logic of save on clothes, splurge on accessories! That's great that you've been able to have such good luck in thrift shops in your area. 67 cents for a shirt?!? That's amazing!
    Gina || On the Daily Express

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    1. I was so sad when that opshop closed! The fill a bag for $2 sales were the best!

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  5. I couldn't agree more, Mica!! And you always show how so many things can be worn different ways.
    Plus you get the best deals ever!!
    XOXO
    Jodie
    www.jtouchofstyle.com

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  6. I love the idea of thrifted outfits, you can always find so many good items. I love rewearing items too and finding new ways to style them, it's all in the fun :)

    Anika | anikamay.co.uk

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  7. I love both of these outfits! And I agree, whats so fun about thrifting is finding cheaper pieces to accent more expensive accessories! Loving all the prints in these looks
    https://www.closet-fashionista.com/

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  8. Well done on all your Opshop finds, Mica. You're not only saving money but helping to save the planet too. My favourite is your second outfit, that tribal maxi is absolutely divine! xxx

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    1. Yes it's a much more eco-friendly way to shop! :)

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  9. Oh that skirt is so fabulous! I love the boho vibe of it!

    http://www.mylittlenest.org

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  10. I love that last maxi skirt, and I love reading how you maximize your purchases. I'm guilty of not wearing most of my clothes that frequently, but I love variety and wearing new things.

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    1. You have such a varied wardrobe and I love it! :)

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  11. Congrats on your lovely bag finds. That fuchsia bag really pops on your outfit, Mica! Love that beige bag too because it´s a classsic color all day long.

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  12. I loved watching your video
    https://www.melodyjacob.com/2019/03/why-some-men-are-not-great-at-parenting.html

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  13. I love to re-wear pieces that are already in my closet. If I bought it, it usually means I love it so I'm always excited to find new ways to style something.

    I'm always surprised by the amazing deals you find. I think my absolute cheapest item was $5 and deals like that are very difficult to find and usually only apply to t-shirts.

    You styled everything beautifully.

    Kathrin | Polar Bear Style

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    1. I got very lucky with some of these finds! :)

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  14. Love the tribal print maxi skirt ♥

    Ann
    https://roomsofinspiration.blogspot.com/

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  15. I can't believe that you got both the top and the maxi skirt for one dollar each. Those are great thrift purchases for sure. I do agree that the first look is perfect for a busy day. Very feminine and pretty but it also looks comfy. The bag is simply the perfect pop of colour.

    I really like the second outfit as well. I have a skirt very similar to yours, I bought it many years ago when I worked in Italy. Great outfits, both of them. We don't have many thrift stores here in Mostar, but I do visit second shop stores in Split occasionally.

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  16. The tribal print skirt is so pretty!! I wish we had thrift shops here but we don't, I would love to experience this and find little treasures!!

    Yiota
    pinkdaisyloves.blogspot.com

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  17. Those are some really great finds, and on a budget too! You look absolutely gorgeous and I'm loving the 1st black maxi skirt too! Thank you for sharing!

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  18. Love both Rebecca Minkoff bags! They have a classic look to it!

    www.rdsobsessions.com

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  19. OMG the Eddie in Magenta is amazing!! I love that so much, now that's on my wish list, ha ha!
    Raindrops of Sapphire

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    1. Definitely a good one to have on your wishlist!

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  20. I think that both outfits look great- I like so much the shirt from first one and skirt from the second outfit xx

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  21. I love your approach, lady! I find myself doing this, too- I save on trendier pieces and throw my hard-earned money toward more investment pieces that'll last for ages!

    -Ashley
    Le Stylo Rouge

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  22. I just have to laugh when you talk about your $1 shirts and skirts and then kind of gloss over the bag :P You have an amazing bag collection! I do love that pink one but I think the camera bag might work better with more things for me. It's amazing that you've found such great deals. I need to go thrifting more often, though I did get my favorite dress at a thrift store for $8 and I wear it once or twice a year. The skirts, especially, are lovely!

    I hope the heat is letting up (for your sake....I love the hot) and that you have a wonderful rest-of-the-week!

    Ruth
    www.VogueFauxReal.com

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    1. Haha yes, the bags are always the splurges in my outfits!

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  23. I love looking around at pre-loved clothes. What's the saying? "Another man's trash is someones treasure" Something like that anyway! You really did grab a bargain with these outfits! I can't believe how cheap they sell the clothes. One item would cost around $3.96 here in the UK in some of the charity shops we have, so definitely picked up a bargain!

    Love you combos, thanks for sharing! 😊

    Aimsy xoxo
    https://www.aimsysantics.co.uk

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  24. Thift stores arent usually that good here! I love that top in the first outfit.

    Corinne x
    www.skinnedcartree.com

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  25. I love all of these, but the tribal print skirt is my favorite! I love how much you paid for all of that, too. :)

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  26. I need to start thrifting more! Love both look and dying over that pink quilted bag. Such a statement piece.

    https://www.kathrineeldridge.com

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  27. Not only are you the queen of maxis, you are also the opshop queen, Mica:) Such great steals you got. I'm especially jealous of the $1 black skirt. I need a skirt like that:)

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    1. I was so thrilled to stumble across it in the opshop!

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  28. I wish I had more options for these stores, there aren't that many where I live. I always feel too short for maxi skirts (I'm 5ft) but I love the bag in the first outfit x

    Sophie

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    1. I'm petite too! I wear maxi skirts anyway :)

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  29. You found some great items!! I especially love that gray print tee--it's just so different and fun. I don't blame you for putting your money towards bags--you have some great ones and they will last for a long time!

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    1. I do think they are great fashion investments!

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  30. I can't believe how cheap the items at your opshops are! All the ones I've gone to in the states prices start at around $3 or so. You find good deals all the time, especially the 'fill a bag' deals. I think that would be so much fun to do and get some items for my daughters, too. I like to spend money on certain things like bags or shoes, too! We all have the items we like to splurge on!

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    1. The fill a bag deals are hard to come by but they are the best sales ever! :)

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  31. So cheap! you have a great eye for thrifting! I love the skirt from second outfit so much! and first top is definitely something I would wear way too often. As usual your fantastic taste in bags takes the whole outfit to the different level.

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  32. When it comes to great buys secondhand shopping I think having a store you can visit frequently is the key - you will always see the best new things when they arrive!
    Chic on the Cheap

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    1. Yes it's a shame I have to go a little further afield now after my local one closed down :(

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  33. I love that you share with us how to wear a piece of clothing in many different ways. I mean, in real life, that's what practical people do! Hahah, at least in my life. It's insanity to stick to a rule that each day calls for a new outfit! For both outfits you're wearing here, I just adore that bohemian twist in them! Especially the second one. It's the flowy skirt I think. Super adorable and cozy, I love it :D xoxo

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  34. That's such a cute tee! That's amazing that it was $1! And I definitely love to splurge on bags!
    ~Jessica

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  35. Thanks all for your kind comments :)

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