Oh, my new favorite find. This lovely crocheted duster was found during a mass sweep thrifting in San Diego. I am completely in love with this baby-a new love in my closet. It is the perfect length, perfect weight and the perfect shade- Dusty Beige. The price you must be wondering was a glorious two dollars and some chump change. Man, I must know how to find those deals. The polka-dot top was found also during my San Diego sweep for 99 cents. Yes, ladies and gentlemen, 99 cents. Is there a prize for finding the cheapest finds? I think I’ve won that. I’ve been in this mood where I want to wear all kinds of long things, layered with other lengths; hence the short skirt. I’m not sure what it is but it’s like a sexy demure look that I can’t get enough of. Are you all wearing long pieces these days?

As you all know, I’m a huge fan of mixing the hell out of my closet. So, pulling all these random pieces out of my closet just worked for me. The best way to mix patterns, prints and textures is to find the common denominator. Mine was the light color (beige, white). It’s always difficult to pull off a multi-color, multi-print, multi-texture look so keep it basic with basic colors. Nothing loud or you’ll look like a clown.

Did I mention that my favorite part of this duster is that the sleeves are so long, they cover my hands? Yes, favorite part.

thrifted crochet duster | thrifted polka dot blouse | H&M striped skirt | H&M turquoise necklace | vintage necklaces & rings | Jeffrey Campbell Lita boots | Urban Outfitters scarf
Photography by Tyler Topacio

A great treat I received, is now a gift to you all! The lovely Michelle of FVNCY, drew little ol’ me. I think she did a great job-what do you guys think? Check out the original!

And for a fun, very random piece of work, a lovely video for you to watch. I learned to rap.

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  • http://twitter.com/dagensoutfit Dagens Outfit

    um……… i want it… i’ll seriously buy it from you for $100 haha! THAT IS A FIND! i hate you now… no, i love you.

    • http://www.profreshstyle.com Profresh Style

      HAHAHAH. heart you too!

    • http://www.profreshstyle.com Christina of Profresh Style

      You want the sweater love? I can’t fit it in my luggage. Selling it! Email me

  • Miaheylila

    I love when the sleeves cover my hands!!! And no, I don’t wear long skirts or dresses lately, because there is snow here everywhere…would ruin all my clothes, so I stick to skinnies and leggings tucked into boots.
    Nice illustration and your video: haha how coool and fun!

    bisous,
    mia

    heylilahey.blogspot.com

    • http://www.profreshstyle.com Profresh Style

      OH yes, I am so happy I don’t live in the snow. Seriously, I would die although, I have no reservations of living in a metropolis city if it snowed. As long as it’s beautiful :)

  • http://dearwinnie.com Chelsea Rae

    Ahh! Where do I start? I almost fell out of my bed laughing while watching your video. Everyone needs a lip-synching video. Mine was created when I was 5 to Janet Jackson’s “Black Cat,” I went all out, with choreography too. Luckily, it is now lost or destroyed haha!

    We’ve already discussed how jealous I am at your thrift shopping prowess.Seriously, all hale Christina, Queen of Thrift.

    I also love your necklace. I feel like one of my editors at my internship was wearing that exact necklace and I had to do a double take, but I can’t be sure (it might have been a different necklace). The concept of an oversized, turquoise pendant makes my heart hurt with happiness.

    • http://www.profreshstyle.com Profresh Style

      BAHAHAH, I love that you did the choreography with it as well. That is AWESOME! Too bad it’s destroyed now. That would of been a great watch!

      All hail ME :) I swear, thrifting should be my job. NO joke. Ya, that necklace is from H&M. Cheap and easy thrill man.

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  • http://fvncy.com/ FVNCY

    look at chooooo!!! look at choooo!!! im not a fan of nicki, but shoot if you started rapping or covering her flows, I WON’T HATE! sign me up to be at your concerts ;) groupie in the house. muahahaha

    i’m really glad you love the drawing! promise you get the original.

    i’m thinking we should record a video of us rapping buahahaha :x

    KeepItFvncy,
    M.E.

    • http://www.profreshstyle.com Profresh Style

      hahah, I wasn’t a fan of hers until I watched her doc and now, I dig her. Plus, she has skills. That can’t be denied! :) And yes, I can’t wait to see the original in person. I’ll get it framed and everything and yes, let’s please do a recording together bwahhaha.

  • http://iplayfaves.blogspot.com iplayfaves

    What is with fashion bloggers rapping?! Should I start a trend of fashion blogger booty shakers? I prefer the art of dance than the art of rhyme. Christina you got skillz, you and Tavi should freestyle. My words are jumbled. I have been up all night writing a paper.

    Also, sick duster! I have a crotched dress that I now want to post. It requires lots of layering though. LOTS.

  • BrooklynBlonde

    That crochet number is amazing!!!! Love! And i’m loving the lip colors you’re sporting in many of your blog pics!

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  • http://melspain.blogspot.com mel

    Congrats on your find!!! You really know how to incorporate a thrift store piece with modern day fashions!! Love itt!! i hate when people wear all thift store pieces and then look old! like come on son! lol

    PS your RAPPING is dope! love it Barbiee!! :))

    • http://www.profreshstyle.com Profresh Style

      HAHA, dude I agree with that too! I hate when people thrift/vintage shop and they look exactly like the era. It’s not inspirational or attractive (most the time) And yes girl, I’m a straight-up rapper, yo yo HAHA

  • http://livluxmag.com Doni

    You’re a fashion cameleon like moi! I didn’t formally meet you yesterday but you looked great. And these Nicki videos are fiya! lol

    Doni

    • http://www.profreshstyle.com Profresh Style

      I definitely love changing my style all the time! It keeps things more exciting that’s for sure! And you gotta love Nicki! She’s amazing!