ChristinaKristin Thrift Our Top Spring/Summer Trends

  In April, Kristin and I both shared our Top 5 Spring trends, in case you missed it check out our posts here and here. As we promised, we went to our local Ohio Thrift Stores with a our lists to see if we could shop our favorite trends inexpensively. Guess what? We actually found some of our trend pieces, and most of our pieces doubled into more than one category. Take a look at what we found.

I couldn't resist the baskets of .89 cent hair accessories, and I must say I was excited to see this pic because my bun was POPPIN!!! LOL Sorry, sometimes it takes a picture to show you what you really look like.

Boho

Christina's Finds

The bohemian trend was actually the easiest to shop for, I found these pieces quickly. The top on the left is an authentic ethnic piece, not sure exactly where it's from, but it looks somewhat African to me. Kristin picked out the dress and bought it for me, I liked it in the store, but when I tried it on at home I liked it so much more.

Kristin's Find 

 I love a boho piece especially when it seems like it could be one of a kind. I didn't find a lot in this category for myself,  but I could not leave without this vest covered in my favorite animal, the elephant. I loved that it had special handmade embroidery.  I can't wait to dress it up with a skirt or wear it with jeans.

Floral Boho

Christina's Finds

This tunic was my absolute favorite, I fell in love with the print and the color. It can be worn in so many ways, when I go swimming I plan to wear it as a bathing suit cover up, or as a dress on one of these hot summer days. This floral shirt is not something I would normally pick out for myself, but it fit the spring trend, I can pair it with many things in my closet, and it's loose so it will be cool to wear this summer.

Fun Florals

Kristin's Finds 

While my "Fun Florals" could probably have been included in the "Floral Boho", I decided that the oddness of a pair of bright floral culottes and a floral/ paisley skirt deserved it's own category. The culottes more than anything are like nothing I have ever seen before. I almost left them at the store but Christina convinced me that I could pull them off.

Christina's Find

Mini skirts are my favorite thing about summer,  they are so comfortable, and when they have a  print you can pair it with a simple top and be stylish and comfortable. This one was a little big, but I don't think you can tell.

Accessories

Ornate Hair Accessories

 Christina's Finds                           Kristin's Finds

We were both were able to find cool pieces to adorn our natural hair.


Wicker Bag

Christina's Find

As soon as we walked in the store I spotted this wicker clutch and I quickly put it in the cart. It was in really good condition, and it's spacious. I've carried it a few times already, and it will compliment the other items I purchased.



Christina's total price spent: $23.04

Kristin's total price spent:$11

Until next time,

Be blessed! Be free! Be fashionable!

Chris & Kris

Style Crush

I met Ronica years ago when we both worked at BCBG. I remember Ronica being this sweet and super supportive person, she knew of my dreams to pursue styling and jewelry design and always had an encouraging word.  Now that we are both in different phases of our lives, I love to look on Facebook and see her beautiful family, her personal style, and how she is helping other women embrace style. She probably feels like I stalked her to get this post, but I knew she was someone I wanted to share with our readers because of her determination,radiating personality, and her awesome fashion sense.  Read on and be inspired.

Ronica Mullins. 32. Personal Shopper/Stylist .Palm Beach/Miami

1. My take on fashion!

Fashion is being able to express yourself without any words; it's letting the clothes speak for themselves. It's a collaboration of life experiencing culture, and upbringing that developed through time, awarding the forever great pieces by repeating your "look" in your personal style, incorporating them no matter the changes in decades! It's experiencing the good with the bad and learning from your mistakes through trial and error! Fashion is forever changing and evolving. It's doing what feels good in the moment and feeling liberated for not choosing to care on those days that you feel good enough in your skin to not let the clothes define you!

2. Where I have been!

 My very first job in High School was working at Wilsons leather company. Looking back, leather has since been a huge part of my wardrobe! I interned at Abercrombie n Fitch in college and quickly learned how important the denim fit/wash is! Just for the record-I could never fit in any of their jeans! Thank the lord for AG and Paige jeans who understand that the rise on the backside is just as import as the one in the front when you are dealing with curvy girls! I worked in London, England as the Assistant to the Marketing Director of Liz Claiborne Group and then moved to LA to freelance style and work for BCBG! I currently reside in Palm Beach, Fl and have a second office in Aventura, where I am a full time stylist and personal shopper for Bloomingdales!

3. I am passionate about.

I am passionate about awakening people! I'm in the business of helping people to see the best versions of themselves! My job always starts with a pep talk; highlighting what is great about their body and what I am trying to achieve through their wardrobe. I have learned throughout my years that the same dress on the same women in the same mirror can be perceived differently depending on how they feel about themselves in that moment! To be a great stylist you have to understand your clients' "deal breakers." start slow to gain trust and once they acknowledge and accept that you are the expert, you will be able to push the envelope and achieve greatness! Remember, without the proper pep talk, the best looks created on the red carpet could never exist! It's all about the confidence you're feeding them! Yes a shirt is just a shirt but what matters is how you feel in it! Your boldness will speak loud and clear! There will always be times when people are wearing the same look, at the same event, but there can only be ONE who wore it best and I want to be known as that person's stylist!

4. You can find me.

I love love love to thrift shop! I am inspired by the journey of a polyester jacket that was made in Italy. It feels like I hit the lottery for 10 billion when I leave with a two piece matching vest and pants from the 70's! Especially when it looks like it was the main inspiration of Max Mara's Spring campaign! It's confirmation that my style is ahead of times when I find something great and look at the magazines months later and finds its replica in the center pages! I find inspiration in NYC; the great big apple, where the perfection of blended street style and modern designs can be found! It inspires me to keep creating art with clothes and to never to stay in my comfort zone. Always stay 10 steps ahead. And last but not least-keep sharing my unique style & taste for life with all who come through my office!

Follow Ronica:

Instagram: @RonicaMullins

Be Blessed! Be Free! Be Fashionable!

Chris