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This wasn’t the first clothing swap and folks in town know my style (and my job) so there were some waiting for my arrival. Look how fast I cleared out this big bag! Speaking of the bag one other swap attendee said she got herself a Hulken after seeing mine in action!

It’s so great to know our old clothes are getting a good life and this bag makes carting them to the cafe so easy! I got my Hulken on Amazon, it comes in other colors and sizes too: https://amzn.to/48iTY4Y yep the bag is as great as all those ads you see on social media, I’m a big fan!
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Fashion Advice · March 12, 2015

Ask Allie: Where to Sell Used Clothing?

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I'm wondering if you have any resources or suggestions for someone who is trying to minimize their closet. I'm moving towards capsule wardrobes and limiting my shopping, so this is leaving me with some very high-quality items (though not necessarily designer) already in my closet that I'd like to sell to get some money back, especially since a few of them have never been worn or worn only once! Over the years I've donated bags and bags of clothing, but for these purchases I thought putting a little extra time into it could get me some money back. Tips? Where to start?

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This is a post where I’d like to ask you, the readers to share your suggestions. I have my suggestions but even I am wondering if there’s better ways to pare down one’s wardrobe and recoup some of the original cost. Here’s some suggestions:

Selling Clothes on eBay

eBay has been my most successful avenue for selling quality clothing that isn’t necessarily designer or a recent season. I make sure to have multiple photos of the item in natural light without a flash – full front, full back, photo of the tag (proves the brand, proves the size, and also many brand loyalists can recognize a year or season by the style of the label), photo of any details (fly, style of buttons, cuffs, close-up of applique or fabric texture), and a photo of any flaws. When it comes to flaws, be upfront from the get-go; it’s not worth it to sacrifice your rating on eBay. My description has as much detail as possible – the fabric, length of skirt in inches, size and how it fits me with my measurements, and I also offer styling suggestions (I wore it with X, it looks great with opaque tights and tall boots in winter but also with sandals in summer).

When it comes to listing price, don’t assume a bidding war will happen on your piece, especially if it’s a lesser known brand or more than a season or two old. Don’t price it any lower than you’re willing to take; nothing worse than having to go through the process to ship out an item for 99 cents, especially when you know you could have received more in a tax write-off for a charitable donation. eBay often has promotions where you can also offer Buy it Now for free; when that happens I always choose that as well and offer it for a price I hope to get but not an unrealistic one. To get an idea for prices, search eBay for similar items and brands and see what they’re going for. If you see one is sold by an eBay-er with a lot of sales, click on their profile and you can see recent sales and prices likely of similar items to what you’re hoping to sell.

Be firm with what you are willing to do and not to do in your listing. For example, I state no returns or exchanges and shipping only to the United States. However, I do offer other methods of shipping they can request it upon winning the auction

For shipping, I use the eBay calculator and labels; I can print the labels at home, go to USPS.com and schedule a pickup, and not have to wait in line at the post office. If you wish to ship Priority Mail, you can order shipping containers for free from USPS.com. While it’s tempting to get an item out in the smallest and cheapest packaging possible, don’t scrimp and sacrifice the quality of a piece. I have received leather skirts shoved into tiny boxes that are bent and creased and necklaces broken upon arrival because they were barely wrapped in newspaper and mailed in a standard envelope. You’ll end up losing money if you have to return payment for an item that arrives unwearable, so take the time to pack carefully. I have a box in my closet that’s full of shipping supplies I gather from online purchases. I save plastic shipping bags, tissue paper, bubble wrap, and useful sizes of nice-looking boxes just for eBay sales and in my storage box I also have a Sharpie, packing tape, and a pair of scissors so I have everything I need for an afternoon of shipping. If you wish to do this long-term, I recommend adding a little something extra to the packing – wrap in the same color tissue paper, safety pin a business card to the garment tag, show a little care and it can help your customers actually leave reviews, leave better reviews, and come back to see what else you’re selling.

Selling Clothes on Poshmark

I haven’t used Poshmark… yet. However, I know my friend Alyson at The Average Girl’s Guide uses it often and raves about it all the time so I asked her to share her thoughts on the site:

“I'm obsessed with selling on Poshmark. There are definitely pieces you know will sell fast, and others you need to wait for the right buyer. I personally don't post anything under about $10 because I find that the time it takes to post (though just 2-3 minutes), plus any back and forth, packaging and dropping off, is not worth the eventual payment. I rather donate. That said, items from J. Crew, Lululemon, Tory Burch, Rebecca Minkoff all do really well, though I've sold everything from Gap, Target, Old Navy, TJ Maxx pieces, you name it. Think about posting the right time of year… posting a sweater and boots will probably not sell now unless you mark it really low, where going through your closet for springy pieces you're no longer into could result in extra spending money.”

“If possible, take photos of yourself wearing the item — it really helps! — and be sure to label everything accurately and thoroughly. Lastly, be mindful of price. It's just like how they say people who try to sell their homes on their own always have unrealistic selling prices; I've seen the same on Poshmark. Remember, you've likely worn something or it's not brand new. If someone can go into J. Crew and buy a similar brand-new item for what you're selling your used button down (and remember, buyer pays shipping) then you're too high.”

Selling Clothes on Consignment or to Resale Boutiques

Back when I worked in apparel, before the start of each new season I would take bags and bags of clothing (hello employee discount, dress codes, and the need to wear current pieces) to a shop near where I worked. They would buy on-trend pieces for half the price they’d sell it for on their salesfloor, and a bit more if I was willing to take store credit.  I've used stores like this off an on since and know many friends who visit them every season.  I know there’s stores like this all over the country, from Buffalo Exchange to Plato's Closet.

Appearance matters when trying to sell your clothes at such a store. Dress stylishly, and even if you have enough clothing to put in a lawn and leaf bag, instead choose a nice tote (I used my LL Bean Boat and Tote), or shopping bags from a “cool” retailer (think Anthropologie instead of Old Navy). Make sure the clothes are clean, folded nicely, ironed if necessary, and free of stains and damage.

And seriously, no damage. A tiny bleach dot that never bothered you when you wore it will be too much damage for the store to take. The wearing on the backs of your jean hems is only cool if the rest of the jeans are distressed. All buttons should be in place, tags still in place, linings still attached.

Know the store before you bring in your clothes. There’s no point in bringing in a bag of J. Crew if the store focuses on vintage fashion. Not only that, you’ll know if they already have enough Jackie Cardigans and will likely refuse yours, even if it’s like new.

Where To Sell Gently Worn Quality Clothing?

And now I ask you, what do you suggest to this reader? Have you used Twice, Threadflip, or Tradesy? Had any success with Craigslist or a local listserv? What do you find to be the most successful way for you to sell gently worn clothing?

If you have a storefront on Poshmark, etc. feel free to share it in the comments below, your castoff may be another's must-have!  Do know any non-fashion related shops or obvious spam links will be deleted.

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  1. Mashas Corner says

    September 18, 2017 at 8:36 pm

    This is so relevant for today! – For other items come see Mashas Corner on Ebay – Pre-owned really is the way to go for all of our budgets while helping the environment. Soo many options for sure.

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  2. Heidi/FranticButFab says

    July 31, 2015 at 3:56 pm

    Twice just announced today they’re shutting down; they were acquired by eBay: https://www.liketwice.com

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  3. kuri says

    April 14, 2015 at 12:00 pm

    Great topic! I have some dresses and boots that just don’t work for me anymore, but are very nice and I’d like to see them go to a good home.

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  4. Heidi/FranticButFab says

    March 16, 2015 at 3:46 pm

    I haven’t tried Twice, Threadflip or Tradesy, but I have used ThredUp, mostly because I already had an account with them from way back when they were mostly children’s consignment. If I have really nice pieces, I’ll take the trouble to make an appointment with my local high-end consignment shop. If I have decent stuff from the better mass-market labels, I toss it in a ThredUp bag. I could probably make more trying to sell each thing individually on eBay or Poshmark, but I’m willing to take lower returns for a much smaller effort.

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  5. Sara Rosso says

    March 16, 2015 at 5:15 am

    Thanks for answering my question! 🙂

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  6. PassThePopcorn says

    March 15, 2015 at 12:52 am

    I’ve had an ebay account since 1998 and use software called GarageSale to list things. The software makes all the difference; I can duplicate a prior item that is similar and then just change the things that are different.

    I am not a pro, but the advice above about what to include is spot on. It is a LOT easier to sell things if you include the measurements (and how you measure), fabric content, a snappy description and lots of good-quality pictures. I ship nearly EVERYTHING priority mail; the flat rate padded envelopes have to be ordered from the post office, but will fit most clothing items and cost $6.10 to ship. They make it a lot easier.

    I tried Poshmark once or twice but the things I listed never seemed to move. Maybe it’s changed since then though – I can give it another look…

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  7. Christine says

    March 13, 2015 at 4:00 pm

    Ebay is tough to sell on if you don’t already have a strong user rating. If you resort to an Ebay concierge they take a cut and you end up with very little, plus you can’t prevent them from accepting a very low bid. Twice is very user friendly/professional but you don’t end up with much of a return. My advice is to start with the highest-end outlet you can and work your way “down.” If you have any designer goods (even if you got them at TJMaxx), check out The Real Real. Also very professional and the seller gets a reasonable cut.

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  8. Little Red says

    March 12, 2015 at 7:30 pm

    I try to sell at a local consignment shop that takes high-end designer brands for my nicer things. eBay seems to be a lot of hassle unless you have something super special.

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  9. Annefair says

    March 12, 2015 at 7:07 pm

    I’ve also had pretty good experiences selling on Poshmark and have to say that I’ve had people buy at asking outright on a few occasions. For designer items, I use Raggamoffyns in Bellevue, WA. My pieces that I’ve consigned tend more to the classic side, and I found it to be important to find a shop that aligns with the style of your pieces. It can be quite disheartening to hear that a shop won’t take your 5″ Louboutin booties because they cater to a younger/hipper population 🙁 My closet is here, with a broad mix of items. https://poshmark.com/closet/annfairchild

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  10. The Adored Life says

    March 12, 2015 at 6:51 pm

    Yay! I don’t understand anything about selling online so this is great!
    http://www.theadoredlife.com

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  11. Celeste says

    March 12, 2015 at 5:17 pm

    I sell at Current Boutique in Old Town alexandria….I’ve had great luck there.

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  12. SusanM says

    March 12, 2015 at 4:00 pm

    I have used Twice successfully. It is very clear from the website what they accept. I sent eight items and they accepted six of them. One had a small stain I wasn’t aware of and the shoes I sent were worn. Apparently they need to look never worn. I opted for “store” credit to get more for my items. Service was very quick.

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  13. Kimberly says

    March 12, 2015 at 3:55 pm

    Completely agree with Alyson – I love selling on Poshmark! I find it to be a lot easier & faster than eBay and I also love the interaction with other users…it’s like a fun little community.

    http://www.pennypincherfashion.com

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  14. Kathryn Braun Fenner says

    March 12, 2015 at 1:44 pm

    As a frequent eBay buyer, I cannot stress enough the importance of giving garment dimensions. I seldom request this from sellers who don’t provide it, since often i don’t get an answer. I want the length from shoulder to hem and armpit-to-armpit measurements on tops, at a minimum, length and waist on skirts, and waist, hips and inseam on pants. I also want the fabric content (allergies). Do not list any category as Unspecified. I only check those if I get a very small number of hits on the specified categories.

    I sell my better clothing at a local resale shop. The one that takes less nice stuff (Target, Old Navy–doesn’t make enough to make it worth my while). My unsaleables I take to a shop that raises money for the women’s shelter and sells the clothing for closer to what its worth than Goodwill does.

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  15. Stella says

    March 12, 2015 at 12:41 pm

    FWIW, Twice pays out PENNIES on the dollar. If you opt for Twice credit, you’ll get 25% more, but it’s more of a situation of getting a few bucks vs. nothing if you donate to Goodwill instead.

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  16. Laura says

    March 12, 2015 at 12:35 pm

    Twice for me, definitely. I’ve never had that much luck with selling items on ebay, maybe because the brands I was getting rid of weren’t high-end enough, and then you have to fuss with the packing and mailing and making sure all the payments get processed. And although there are a few local consignment stores, I’ve never gotten that much from them either and had several things not sell and then have to pick them up after the 60 days, or whatever. Too much fuss. I just fill up a box with stuff every few months and send it to Twice; anything else that Twice won’t take goes to my local Savers as a donation, which gives discount cards on future purchases when you donate.

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  17. Ashley Secrest says

    March 12, 2015 at 10:57 am

    I have used ebay for over 10 years, and just recently started using Poshmark. I like the ease of shopping newly listed items in my size on Poshmark, but find I prefer ebay for selling bigger ticket items. There are also Facebook groups that are amazing since you only pay PayPal fees. I love the group Our Preppy Closets Recycled on Facebook!

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  18. Sydney says

    March 12, 2015 at 9:24 am

    I love posts like this! A few thoughts… I know a lot of people love Poshmark (see comments below!), but I find it to be too unwieldy, too many things to sift through, so I have never really used it. I have used Twice before to sell client clothes from a closet cleanse and their process was SUPER easy. The hardest part is taking the bag of clothes to the PO. They send you over the bag and everything. My only quibble with them is they offer very low prices on your standard items, usually between $3-7 dollars. I take quite a few things to Clothes Mentor, the grown up woman’s Plato’s Closet (Plato’s is typically juniors pieces) and depending on how much you sell to them, you can make quite a bit back. They are very picking on taking pieces that are out of style or even just 2-3 years old. Depending on the Clothes Mentor and their staff, they will turn down great brands that are a few years old. They really want current, trendy items because that’s what sells for them. Finding a great local resell store has been my best bet. I have one (Ashby in Richmond, VA) that takes almost anything (within reason of course). They cater to the young adult crowd with brands like H&M, J. Crew, Forever 21 and vintage pieces. They offer great prices as well. Sometimes the non-chain stores are a better bet for getting the most for your money. I loved that you made points on presenting the clothes and yourself in an attractive manner. This is key! I typically use a huge IKEA bag for my clothing resell. Always steamed, always folded. Another great tip is to call a store to see how they want their clothes. Most stores hate getting things on hangers, but others prefer them that way because they want to buy and then immediately put the clothes out on the floor – they don’t have time to steam/iron your garments. Also check to see when stores are buying! Most chains will buy every day up to a certain hour before closing, but a lot of local places only buy on certain days.

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  19. Tracy says

    March 12, 2015 at 8:41 am

    These are great tips, as always! I have also had good luck selling my clothes on Instagram. It’s taken a while to develop a “following” but it’s been worth it. People pay me via PayPal. I am @wildthrifter there if you want to see how it works. I’ve also had decent luck with my neighborhood garage sale group on Facebook, mainly for “non-designer” stuff. And of course eBay like you mentioned.

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  20. Morgan Rudder says

    March 12, 2015 at 8:37 am

    Unfortunately or fortunately depending on how you look at it, I have a lot of experience with this topic lately. I sell pretty frequently to Clothes Mentor, and it is usually a great experience. They have a policy that they will not take anything in a closed bag, so you can’t bring anything that zips or a trash bag or anything like that. I use one of those trunk organizer bags from 31 as my go-to. I would recommend going earlier in the morning or later in the evening so as to avoid peak times. They tend to have more time to go through your stuff then. Also, know that they will not take something if it has a label more than two years old…all Gap/Banana Republic/J. Crew tags have a date on them…you may not realize it but they do. Also, if they won’t take something, and you know it is not because its damaged, take it back at a later time. Store inventories change and sometimes they need things and don’t need others. Also of note, Clothes Mentor has a list of the brands they accept on their website, so you can have a pretty good idea of what they want before you go. I will say that the Clothes Mentor is the only way that I have stayed clothed during my weight loss….it has truly been a lifesaver.

    Another option is Facebook groups. I belong to a group that sells all gently used J.Crew clothing. The operator organizes the photos by size so its very easy to shop and to sell. The shipping is included in the price of the item, and there are no fees to buy or sell. I also sell on a local board for my town, especially things that are TJ Maxx or not recognizable brand names. I just post quick cell phone pictures and have anyone interested come by my work place (public building in the day time) to pick it up and pay. I have even traded my stuff for a cute wool coat for my daughter.

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  21. Lissy says

    March 12, 2015 at 8:30 am

    Hi Allie,
    I’m a big fan of Poshmark. I find that they make it very easy for the seller from the ease of posting a listing right through their app to sending a prepaid shipping label which you use with the USPS priority mail packaging. They also take only 20% of the sale price which is less than most consignment shops. I also find that Poshmark has a big audience. One piece of advice: Price a bit higher than you want to sell it for. No one ever buys at the listed price.

    Lissy

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    • Diplospice says

      March 12, 2015 at 8:52 am

      Lissy is right on – Poshmark is the way to go for most things (in fact, I just bought a dress from her on Poshmark!) Give yourself some wiggle room on price and you’ll be all set. Allie, if you are up for it, I’d love to see readers share their Poshmark closet names here in your comments so we can shop each other’s cast-offs. Let me know if that is okay with you and I’ll comment with my Posh closet name. All best, Elizabeth

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      • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

        March 12, 2015 at 9:01 am

        For sure! I’m going to update this informing all that they can share their Poshmark, eBay and other stores. Please share! 🙂

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        • Diplospice says

          March 12, 2015 at 9:29 am

          Allie – Thanks. I’m on Poshmark as Diplospice. Would love to have you and your readers visit my virtual closet.

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        • Lissy says

          March 12, 2015 at 10:02 am

          My Poshmark closet is Agirlinboston.

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        • Judy G says

          March 12, 2015 at 11:12 am

          What is Alyson’s Poshmark store?

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          • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

            March 12, 2015 at 11:38 am

            She just hit me up on her way to a meeting, it is @avggirlsguide. 🙂

  22. atinleiden says

    March 12, 2015 at 8:21 am

    Belle from Capitol Hill Style did a post on ThredUp Online Consignment last week, and commentors had some feedback on that and other sites. http://www.caphillstyle.com/capitol/2015/03/05/belle-tries-thredup-online-consignment.html

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If @thechicks are in town you can bet @debbiefaye78 and I will be there! So when we heard they were coming to @merriweatherpp we were so excited. And their concert did not disappoint. As always, a phenomenal show! If The Chicks come to your neck of the woods I highly recommend you go!

Okay I know you want to know about what we’re wearing! 

My sister’s caftan is from @anthropologie (bought this summer so maybe you can find on resale sites).

I’m wearing a @bananarepublic dress also from this summer with the @universalstandard denim chore jacket and a hat I got from a @madewell collab a year or so ago. I glammed it up with some gold chains and gold drop earrings, but kept it comfy for a night of standing and dancing with @birkenstock sandals.

This was my first big outing since my eye surgery, and with a pocketful of eye drops I felt good (and grateful we splurged for good seats!).

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Sep 19

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If I close my eyes you can’t tell one is still bloodshot 😜

Still recovering from my eye surgery but feeling more myself. Getting dolled up helps me feel me. Bright colors and bold jewelry have been signature Alison since I was a kid! 

Sweater: @favorite.daughter 
Earrings: Amazon
Necklace: @_jennybird (old)
Ring: @realmfinejewelry 
Bra: @lovebravissimo 
Lipstick: @glossier 
Pins as “cufflinks”: vintage

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Sep 11

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Happy gotcha day, Oscar! Four years ago he came into our life and we are so happy to have in our family!

Oscar was a rescue and came with some… quirks. Over the years we have come to understand him and he has come to trust us. He’s a diva, a snuggler, he could play catch for hours, and he’s my husband’s shadow. 

We’ve never had a small breed dog before and it’s a whole different experience. But we adore Oscar and couldn’t imagine our life without him! Thank you for coming into our life Oskie McGoskie! 🐾❤️

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Sep 8

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I can see clearly now…

Actually I can’t, but things after my retina surgery are much improved! My next appointment is in a month and I’m cleared to get back into the world (with some restrictions to protect my eye).

With a sclera buckle, it changes your eye shape and now I am nearsighted again (I had lasik a few years ago). Once the eye is stabilized I can get glasses or contacts but until then I’m 20/20 in one eye and right now 20/60 in the other. But the eye is healing beautifully and I feel positive!

And I could see clearly enough to fall for this poppy-colored cotton jumpsuit from @pistoladenim. It comes in a few colors but this one is my favorite. I went with XL (im@a 14, sometimes 16) and likely could have sized down but I enjoy the relaxed fit and the drawstring waistband to create shape. And hello zipper closure making it super easy to get on and off!

My husband took this photo right after my eye appointment, I think it reflects my positive attitude and feeling of hope! 🧡

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Sep 5

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I’ll be a bit quiet on here and other channels because I had eye (retinal) surgery this past weekend. I was having what I thought were ocular migraines but come to find out I was experiencing lattice degeneration, which is thinning/holes in the retina. I had surgery Saturday for my right eye and later on they’ll work on the left eye, which isn’t as bad and can be remedied by laser, in office.

I share not because I’m Mrs. Frizzle meets Iris Apfel as I recuperate at home, but because this whole thing has been a lesson on trusting my gut. And I want to remind you to do the same.

As we get older our bodies can feel like strangers. Things are constantly changing and it’s easy to just assume your annual physical will catch anything wrong. But if you slow down and listen to your body you’ll know when things are just a sign of aging and life and what seems unusual. That nagging issue may be something more serious.

And if you’re seeing flashing lights, floaters, spiderwebs or other odd eye things get checked out ASAP. It may be nothing but take it from me, it may actually be something. ❤️

Okay, going back to my big sunglasses caftan recuperation life!

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Aug 30

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Ladies who lunch…

While in Savannah, I made sure to get lunch reservations for me and E at @theoldepinkhouse she loves the color pink, historic homes, and ghost stories so it was a perfect choice! 

Built in 1789 on Reynolds Square, there are stories of guests seeing ghosts, cutlery and wine bottles moving along with an elegant and truly delicious dining. 

While we didn’t see any apparitions, we did have a lovely lunch with impeccable service and after toured all floors of the home. I highly recommend a visit if you’re visiting Savannah!

My dress is from @cosstores (no longer available); hat is @furtalk and bag is @talbotsofficial (no longer available).

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Aug 29

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Scenes from a week in Savannah… 

The three of us (and our dog Oscar!) had a warm and humid but wonderful time exploring Savannah, Georgia earlier this month. Our daughter visited this gorgeous city last summer with her @girlscouts troop but wanted to return to experience more. We let her choose our adventures and play your guide and it was awesome. We cannot wait to visit again, though next time it won’t be August 🥵

For more of our trip check the “Savannah” highlight on my profile page!

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Aug 28

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Stripes are always right…

Y’all know I love stripes and when @universalstandard came out with their Breton-stripe dresses and tops I HAD to try them! As expected, the quality is stellar, the fit boosts my confidence, and I appreciate the range of colors (5 different stripes to choose from) and sizes (00-50). For reference, I’m wearing XS but preferred S for the top and I usually wear a 14 or XL in other brands.

The tote is @able and it’s a soft yet durable leather that just looks better with time. This color (cognac) is one that transitions nicely from summer to fall. 

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Aug 27

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The family that wears @printfresh together stays together 🥰

Use code wardrobe_oxygen for 15% off your order of size-inclusive organic cotton sleepwear, dresses, bags & more https://glnk.io/qk04/wardrobe-oxygen

I’ve been raving about my Printfresh pajamas for years, my family also wanted to try them. Thank you Printfresh for gifting these for our annual three generation girls’ getaway to Rehoboth Beach, DE. We had a great time and being all matchy matchy in our pajamas was a fun addition! 🐅🍃🥰

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Aug 12

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Shuts laptop until Monday… #RehobothBeach

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