There’s something magic about cozy season. It’s the cool down from a summer of sunshine and fun! I find the best way to enter a season is to welcome it, from a change in wardrobe to a change in home aesthetic. With tons of signs literally saying, “Hello Fall” and “Happy Autumn,” we’re in great shape to do so!
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The winddown of summer fun has started and sweater weather is officially here. As we begin the descent in temperature, beach days become a thing of the past and being cozy and nesting in our homes takes priority. A trip to Goodwill can help you get ready for comfy season without breaking the bank.
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Soft Style has been trending this year, making Easter basket pastels an all-season look. Synchronous with preppy, and inspired by vintage brands like Limited Too and Juicy Couture, Soft Style continues to trend for not only Gen Z, but also the younger generations.
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Whenever I travel I love going to Goodwill stores in new areas. I’ve found some of my wardrobe staples while on trips. So, when I planned my last trip of the summer to visit my sister in Cincinnati, I knew Goodwill was going to be one of the key things we wrote into the itinerary.
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Back to school wardrobe planning and shopping has always signified a time of transition for me. It’s a change from the freedom of summer to the regimented structure of classes.
There’s a beautiful, thrifted statement piece starring in photos of most of my recent special moments. My favorite Goodwill finds have helped me better celebrate some of the best days of my life – which makes it all the easier for me to celebrate National Thrift Shop Day on 8/17.
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By Felicia Czochanski Bisaro It’s always a surprise when back-to-school season is around the corner again. The summer months seem to go by the quickest — the days are full of a variety of activities and routines are set to the wayside for a couple of months. As it reaches the point where you finally
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There are some sub-trends that are true gems, with staying power that can last a while. While some may have gravitated towards the Y2K return of low-rise denim and butterfly patch crop tops, others have dug into the elegance of minimalism, with a slightly nautical flair. Coastal Grandmother is the trend taking over the summer, something that will last into the fall for students, parents, and teachers alike.
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Y2K, the futuristic fashion trend from the late 90s and early 2000s is back, and an identifying factor of Gen Z. While it’s rare for millennials to get excited about a style based on low-rise pants and crop tops – after being spoiled for so long with high-waisted denim and leggings, Gen Z has been a champion of the trend that blends pop culture, neon colors, and vintage tech advancements, setting them apart.
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For many, June is a month-long celebration of the LGBTQ+ community, and how far we’ve come as a society in getting them the rights and recognition they deserve. Pride Month serves as an opportunity to raise awareness to barriers that the LGBTQ+ community still faces, especially in recent months with different legislation being introduced around the country. It also serves as a call for allyship for people to continue to support and embrace the community advocate for those they love.
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To understand fashion from this lens was eye opening, and so is the fact that while millennials are eating up these trends that subconsciously make them consent to the culture around them, Gen Z is paving the way with their own style that disregards these trends and puts sustainability and authentic personality first.
In effort to keep myself interested in the well-being of these tiny bits of prickly paradise, I figured I might pay attention more if they were planted in unusual little pots. Not things that you expect a plant to be in, things that I can find around the house already. So here were my top few strange succulent pot picks.
