It’s about that time of year when we all analyze (or avoid analyzing) our life, and begin thinking about what kind of changes we’d like to make. Some of us want to try new things, and some of those things might be new clothes! Swapdom is a clothing swap website that’s a great tool for revitalizing your wardrobe this time of year, because you use your clothing for currency. Perfect! The holidays have commandeered my cash, but you’d better believe I have plenty of clothes I’m tired of. And you probably have some nice duds I’d like to bring home to meet Mom. So let’s swap, shall we?

You can check out these clothes I’ve listed at Swapdom by clicking on each image. Find out more about how Swapdom works by reading their about page, and browse what others have listed at Swapdom right here.
 

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Hi guys! Just thought I’d pop in and let you know that I’m doing a crazy 75% off clearance  sale at Fine & Dandy Vintage through the weekend! Use discount code SEVENTY5 at time of checkout. Help me make more room in my office while padding your closet with vintage delights!

Life’s been super busy as of late, but I’ve been hoping to pop back in here to unload my guts in a mooshy gushy personal post soon. Bet you can’t wait, eh? P.S. The model in this picture is my dear friend Allie Smith. Isn’t she the prettiest?!

If I’ve ever gone missing, you might want to wait to alert the authorities. First, check out Sweet Lorain in Lakewood, Ohio. I might be there, buried under a pile of fancy hats or lost amongst the racks and racks of vintage clothing! Recently my dear friend Allie and I made a trip there and walked away with a few treasures. I sported the lovely chartreuse crop top I found there recently in an outfit post here on my blog, but was disappointed when I returned home and discovered the dress I had purchased was discolored in some areas. I though, gee whiz, I’m too experienced to be making rookie mistakes like this! Then I thought… you know, I really have earned a lot of vintage shopping street cred through the years- why not share some advice?

So, head on over to Babble where I posted 10 Vintage Shopping Mistakes to Avoid. Basically the best advice I’ve ever given the universe. You’re welcome!

If you’re traveling through Northeast Ohio, or maybe you’re from here and don’t know a lot about the vintage scene, you’ll definitely want to stop in at Sweet Lorain! It’s on Lorain (surprise, surprise!) west of downtown Cleveland, across the bridge. On Saturdays, the Westside Market is a great place to stop in to pick up produce, flowers, and a delicious meal (especially yummy crepes with all kinds of fillings!). After breakfast as the Westside Market, I love shopping the area vintage shops, like Sweet Lorain, which is right down the road.

The inventory at Sweet Lorain is vast and can be overwhelming. So be sure to plan lots of time to spend browsing! Even Phil enjoyed looking around, even though he’s not into ladies’ clothing. Thank Jesus. But he did like all the fun magazines and knick knacks they have in abundance. Prices at Sweet Lorain are moderate for standard vintage shops, but a little high for Northeast Ohio standards. Their prices to vary quite a bit, so sometimes you might be surprised at a high or low cost for the item you’re interested in. You just never know! If you’re looking for more affordable vintage, I’d check out the Falls River Square district in Cuyahoga Falls or Chelsea’s Vintage and Costume shop in Lakewood also. Another place to visit in Lakewood is Flower Child, whose prices and inventory are comparable with Sweet Lorain. Check out my Flower Child visit here!