I’m becoming a whiz at recreating crazy expensive designer looks for pennies from items I already own, preloved garments and a bit of refashionista magic so when I spied this awesome look on Diane Kruger …
5 ways to style a Downton Abbey dress
I love the intricate details and gorgeous embroidery of early 1900’s fashion and covet most of the fancy frocks on Downton Abbey – although the corsets and undies from that time can absolutely remain as …
#ThriftyThursday Copycat: Emmy Rossum
Emmy Rossum was amazing as Fiona Gallagher on Shameless but did you know she’s also an absolutely fabulous singer too? She’s awesome on stage and screen but still appears to be grounded in reality …
Why Do Thrift Shops Smell?
I recently gave a presentation about the awesomeness of sustainable secondhand fashion and, during the Q&A, was shocked to hear that not only do people bypass preloved garments because they (falsely) believe them to be …
Easy Upcycled Denim Button Accessories
Transform those leftover jean & trouser hems into fantastic new to you rings and bangles with my quick scrapbusting tutorial! Whip up a few sets of my easy upcycled denim button accessories and step out …
#ThriftyThursday Copycat: Sarah Paulson
I love Sarah Paulson. She’s not only ridiculously talented but also appears to be completely genuine, hilarious and honest in interviews. Take a peek at my $4 refashionista version of her AHS premier outfit …
Fast Fashion’s Dirty Laundry
Believe or not, I was once like millions of other bargain hunting fashionistas. A thrift & charity shop lover who was also on the lookout for the best deals at the mall. I would proudly …
5 International Thrifting Tips with Preloved Chica!
Preloved Chica and Confessions of a Refashionista are two sustainable style peas in a pod! Have a listen to my quick appearance on Elene’s awesome Time Capsule Show on ICRFM Ipswich and find out my …
Easy Upcycled No Sew Bag Accessories
Add some flair to your bags in an instant with my easy upcycled no sew bag accessories!
#ThriftyThursday Copycat: Emma Kenney
Having lived abroad for so many years there’s loads of TV shows I’d missed, thankfully I’m now able to stream complete series and catch up on tons of pop culture references! I’ve recently been watching …