Wearing Stripes & a Pop Of Color for Summer

Happy Monday everyone! I wanted to share the last look out of three for the summer outfits that I styled for the OC Goodwill Blog. Rock a bold stripe pattern this summer by pairing it with a bright color bottom. In this look styled with items from the new OC Goodwill Boutique in Huntington Beach, a sheer black and white striped blouse was worn with a pleated, flow-y coral colored skirt. Accessories were kept neutral, making this look chic and functional for running around town or meeting up with friends. Read more about the look on the OC Goodwill blog here!

Floral Print Maxi Dress for Summer

I'm currently in Sacramento, visiting our state's Capitol! If anyone has any suggestiosn on places to eat or things to do, please tweet me! I wanted to share the second look out of the three summer style outfits I styled from OC Goodwill Boutique finds at their Huntington Beach location. I think floral print screams Spring/Summer fashion and the brighter the colors, the better. I tend to go for a slight abstract print, so I like how this floral print almost looks like watercolor. The blue clutch complemented the blue hues of the dress perfectly, and I threw on a cheery yellow kimono-like wrap just in case it got chilly. Wearing espadrille wedges keeps the hem of the dress from dragging on the ground, and adds some height. Read more about the look here.

Summer Outfit for the Beach to Street with OC Goodwill

I was thrilled when the Goodwill of Orange County asked me to blog about summer style featuring outfits from their newly revamped OC Goodwill Boutique in Huntington Beach. I attended the grand opening day which was a mad house, but hey, at least the opening was a success, customers were snagging up great finds, and it all benefited the community and Goodwill cause. This location marks OC Goodwill's third boutique location and it's huge, which is why I found so many great pieces to style summer outfits.

This first look out of three features a sheer, printed top with shoulder detail. I wanted to put together an outfit that was relaxed, but fashion forward and could seamlessly be worn from the sandy beach to a lunch date at a chic cafe.

I wore the top off one shoulder and over a simple bikini top. I finished the look with mint colored shorts that matched the print of the top, tan espadrille platforms, and a backpack. Visit the OC Goodwill blog to read more about this look and how it's a great beach to street look.

OC Goodwill Boutique in Huntington Beach

18631 Beach Blvd.
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Tel: 714.274.0120

Hours:
Monday through Saturday 9 am � 9 pm
Sunday 11 am � 7 pm

How to Wear Peplum - Casually with a Belt, Shorts & Sandals

Dress down a lace or a peplum top with a vintage or casual belt. The belt that I styled in this look was found at a thrift shop and features Southwestern-inspired details. I tied in the colors of the belt with my tan colored sandals, and kept the look casual with denim shorts. Here are the details on the outfit:

Dapper Vintage Inspired Round Sunglasses in Tortoise Smoke, ZeroUV
Mykas Lace Peplum Top, French Connection 
Shorts High Waist, H&M
Donddi Sandals in Tan Leather, Steve Madden
Belt, Thrifted

RARE by Goodwill in Anaheim, CA

I was invited to come check out new concept specialty boutique, RARE by Goodwill back in November but unfortunately couldn't make it to their media preview. I had attended an event and shopped the OC Goodwill boutique in Tustin before and was therefore expecting RARE to be very similar, boy was I wrong when I finally got to stop into the location a couple weeks ago. RARE is a treasure trove of specially handpicked and curated clothing, accessories, and home goods; whereas as the other thrift locations, the items on the sales floor have not been as carefully selected for the store. The artful and intriguing displays and fixtures are r-epurposed items or elements that were taken from the materials used in the daily operations of the Goodwill company, and clothing is hung on recycled hangers; therefore promoting eco-consciousness and sustainability.

One of the most striking displays of the store aside from the old television chandelier, t-shirts situated to create am ombre effect at the cashwrap, and three floating chairs showcasing shoes; is the amazing book wall with the statement 'We are ANYTHING BUT ORDINARY - We are Rare', which perfectly encompasses what the store is all about, and also serves as a great lounging and reading nook. A very exciting feature of the store is the vinyl records section in which you can peruse the wide selection then get to listen to the record with a Crosley record player! Every item is individually priced compared to a flat price for each category of items at the usual Goodwill store; and instead of a 'sticker color' of the day discount, RARE hosts weekend sales such as 25% off bottoms.Visit this beautiful gem of a place that is constantly supporting our community.

RARE by Goodwill
411 W. Broadway, Suites C-H
Anaheim, CA 92805  
(Find the entrance off the Center Street Promenade)

Phone: (714) 786-6642 / Street Parking, but call for other parking options and SALES!

Business Hours:
M-Sat: 10AM-8PM
Sun: 11AM-6PM