Aztec Accessories: DailyBuzz Style 9x9

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When I first saw this necklace I knew EXACTLY what I was going to pair with it. 

I had just purchased a tribal patterned tank and this rustic maroon floor length maxi dress at Savers a little bit ago. 

 I had an inkling that this WAS the look I wanted to showcase this necklace.

It all started with a necklace:

Which inspired me to pair it with this shirt:

Which led to feeling like a Aztec Princess:

Put on some heels to polish the look:

And escorted me straight into fashion heaven!

The patterns on the necklace and blouse 

reminded me of ancient pottery bowls and vases.

Necklace: C/O Accesorize.com    Shirt: Caribou NY @ Savers $5

Skir: Vintage D'Knits @ Savers $3

Thank you again to Accessorize.com and DailyBuzz Style for choosing Here and Wow for the 9x9 Style Challenge.

Recap: Thrift Spring Break Challenge

Doing this challenge has been exciting, cold, and a way to be more adventurous. 

I usually steer towards the autumn colors; tuscan orange, maroons, olive and forest greens.

Doing this challenge I tried to be more open to vibrant colors and various patterns. 

I also HAD to hunt. 

I just unpacked and placed some of my finds in my drawers. 

These are some pieces I didn't share with you all yet :)

Most of them are skirts and shirts -- perfect for this spring and summer weather 

that is coming our way!

If I could have changed one thing about the past week it would have been the weather. 

All of the clothes I thrifted in sunny warm Texas were not helpful in dressing me

 for the cold rainy California I came home to.

All in all, it was a fun experience and I cannot wait to wear all the new garments :)

'Treaded' Last Day

Today is my last day of my 

'Thrift or Go Naked' Spring Break Challenge

Tomorrow I will do a mini recap of pro/cons of the challenge and what not :)

Today I did some final thrifting and got some great pieces all for a grand total of $28

Vest: Wrangler $3

Orange Blouse: New Look thrifted for $10 (its so incredibly silky)

Scarf: given by friend (used in prior posts)

Tread Sole Boots: Nine West $15

A-maize-ing Find

Came across a treasure trove of goodies today - Free Giveaway Pile. 

What a dream!!

I scored with:

a few dresses,

a couple sleeveless tops

and two button up dress shirts!

Maize Yellow Dress - Free!! Found in giveaway pile :)

Vest- (Roommates-Thrifted) Wore it on the plane, so I had it with me

 Shoes - Carlos Santana (clearance @ Macy's - Packed w/ me)

Today is my last day in Texas :(

BUT

I get to fly home for a few days -- which means the ability to go to 12 more thrift stores!!

Tomorrow I have a few more things from my trip in Texas I want to share... 

Little Hint:

-Frills

-Bed & Breakfast

-Dainty

The Grand Geometric

Happy Easter everyone!!

I hope all of your Easters were full of joy, happiness, grateful hearts and family!

Today's dress was found at a garage sale!

DRESS BRAND: L.A.M.B by Gwen Stefani 

(most of her dresses are over $100 originally!)

What I paid: $4

(they were asking $5 but I am cheap and haggled a bit)

I loved the geometric shapes at the bottom of the dress, it added so much pizzaz and character to the piece. 

In the spirit of Easter, it reminded me of when you dye Easter eggs and then they crack!

Shoes: (roommates) from Target

Fun Story:

So, I was originally driving around looking for a thrift store I had heard good reviews on. Hunting for '11th Street.'

 As we came up to '11th Street' at the correct street number.... there was no thrift store.... BUT A GARAGE SALE!

(how random right?)

Here was the catch: We were in a somewhat questionable area.

-Special Thanks to my lovely photography Arlina Rose-

I decided to take the risk. 

-complete daredevil-

I found this dress and 2 other great items for under $10!

So what happened to the thrift store? 

Well me being the complete genius that I am didn't pay attention to the cities

 and just assumed it was the city of my current location. 

-ashamed of ignorance-