here's some tips when you go out thrifting;


1) Wear a one piece clothing(like a dress) so you can easily slip on things to try on- avoid wearing layers because you gonna' waste your time & energy stripping them off. Plus, you gonna' feel stuffed with those cardis/blazers in the already stuffy thrift store :)

2) Bring a bottle of mineral water to last for the hot humid day.

3) Only go when you're in the mood to, because you would end up feeling uninspired and leave getting nothing.

4) When YME goes thrifting , we're really on a shoestring budget on everything including meals so try to eat your lunch at home or the best is the ultimate $2 mac's double-cheese burger! They last us for a day out. HAHAAA!

5) Remember, the key is to browse really thoroughly the store to find a super thrift item. Don't just merely pass and look.

6) Why spend so much at Borders? Thrifted books are the best to fill in your leisure time. plus, you save mother earth by cutting down on paper production each year!

7) You would either go out alone thrifting or with just a close friend because you don't want your group of friends to wait for you combing the store. If you wanna' hang out with your friends, go shopping instead :)

8) Don't buy everything because it's so cheap. Remember you're thrifting ;) Get what you really need or consider the vintage & unique value of it.

9) Look out for the quirky/unconventional/vintage/one of a kind pieces!

10) Some of you might say sizes are usually limited in thrift stores.Well, it doesn't have to fit pefectly! Turn to custom alterations to flatter your proportionate! The reliable auntie always charges us $3 only!

with love,

YME