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Posts in category "Thrift shops"

10 Mother's Day Luxuries You Can Find at the Thrift

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By didurkes,
May 3, 2011 at 7:55 am
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Best Sellers and a Recap of the Lake Forest Resale Shop Opening

Retail is like theater sometimes—telling a story with place and visuals–so in the days leading up to the resale store’s opening, I felt we were anticipating the critics’ reviews on Saturday.  I’m happy to report (with a deep sigh of relief) that opening day was a success. The day started with a line forming outside... Read more »
By didurkes,
April 25, 2011 at 7:21 am
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Lake Forest Resale Shop Opening Tomorrow

Tomorrow’s the day…10 am, 4/23….the grand opening of the Lake Forest Resale Shop, the big project I’ve been working on since March 1. Leilani Wertens has a great write-up on her blog, Thriftaholic. To her post and pro photos, I’ll add just a few to entice you to come and shop. Linda lending her talents... Read more »
By didurkes,
April 22, 2011 at 2:29 pm
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I'm Starting a Resale Shop

I have the BIGGEST news, but have been too busy to post about it. I’m starting a new venture. I’m opening a thrift shop. After years of blogging, touring and shopping resales around Chicago, I’ll be standing on the other side of the counter.  It’s a role I’m not unfamiliar with – I worked in... Read more »
By didurkes,
April 6, 2011 at 7:35 am
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Secondhand Trend Spotting: Ten Home Designs From the Consignment Shop

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In Highwood this week for a freelance story, I made a stop at a couple of the consignment shops. The north shore Highwood community is known for its chock-full consignment shops, where interior designers and individuals can find some pretty deals on furniture and accessories with history.  I had time to ogle at two –... Read more »
By didurkes,
February 11, 2011 at 11:51 am
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Ten Little Luxuries from the Thrift

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A pick-me-up….valentine….happiness gift….mood elevator…..sanity saver….none of these cost a fortune when found at the thrift.
By didurkes,
February 3, 2011 at 4:18 pm
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From Gap to Great: DIY Dressing Up a Plain Jane Skirt

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Last week, I was thrilled to find a cute herringbone wool skirt at the Junior League Thrift. In beautiful condition, it looked like it had never been worn. I think I paid $4 for it.  I wore it once, and when a friend suggested an applique design for the front, I gave it a try... Read more »
By didurkes,
January 31, 2011 at 9:12 am
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Luxury on a Shoestring: The Winnetka Thrift Shop

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This little boutique thrift is neighbor to some high end design shops such as Material Possessions, and it’s in one of Chicago’s wealthiest communities.  Is it worth a trip up the Green Bay Trail in search of thrifted luxury? To help you decide, I stopped in last week, and here’s what I found on a... Read more »
By didurkes,
January 25, 2011 at 1:19 pm
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In Search of the Hipster Brand

I hang out in thrift stores. Hipsters hang out in thrift stores. But in my time spent observing  shoppers, I’ve never been able to put my finger on the nature of being a hipster, and why hipsters like being hipsters.  So, I did some research at an Urban Outfitters store this morning and got some... Read more »
By didurkes,
January 13, 2011 at 12:09 pm
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What Ugly Christmas Sweater? This Is What We Wear All the Time

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Around my house, we’re getting ready for a little ugly holiday fun. Therefore, a shopping trip to Unique on Howard for the proper attire.  It wasn’t hard to find some gay apparel, especially on half price Monday. Which one would you wear? ... Read more »
By didurkes,
December 6, 2010 at 1:29 pm
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