The best part of a good thrift shopping trip is that amazing find. A few months back, I found this beautiful Yumi Kim printed dress (with tags!) at a local Buffalo Exchange. I’ll admit – when I first got this dress it was solely because of the label and price (below $30!). I was iffy on the print, and I wondered whether the ruffled neckline and empire waist were “modern.” Usually when I snag a find like this one, I try to look it up online to find out the year, original price, etc. I couldn’t find it for this Yumi Kim dress, but I grew to love the beautiful ruffle detail, the tribal print, the empire waist (hiding a bit too many burgers and ice cream I’ve eaten this summer, haha). Since it is made of silk, the fabric was so breathable – I just couldn’t stop wearing it! Lo and behold, this has become my go-to summer dress when I have “nothing to wear.”
I always mention that when you thrift shop, you have to be a tad impulsive. My head was reconsidering this Yumi Kim printed dress, but I followed my gut and ended up with a piece that I truly love! If I didn’t end up loving it quite so much after bringing the item home, I could have always returned it. My suggestion is to double check your thrift store’s return policy. And lastly, if I would have missed the return policy, I would consign or resell the item for a portion of my purchase back! With all these options, it’s tough to not be satisfied with a thrift find.
Have you had a similar impulse buy that needed some extra thought? Let me know in the comments, and shop some similar dresses in the “Shop the Post” section below!
-Gisel
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Nicole Fuentes says
I love the print on this dress, very vibrant! I also own that bag and it is certainly one of my favorites. Great outfit!
xx, Nicole
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rizelle says
that’s awesome! great find and that view is beautiful!
rizelle says
that’s awesome!great find and that view is beauitful! http://www.tourinstylebyrizelle.com/girls-glamping-weekend-get-away/
megan says
Such a gorgeous dress! Love finding pieces like this for an affordable price.
Xx,
Megan | http://www.styledbymegan.com
emily maric says
great find! I absolutely love the print. xo, Emily
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Krissy says
Loving the print on that dress and that bag too!
Krissy | https://www.thoughtfullyunraveled.com
Emily Soto says
This dress is gorgeous! I love the print!
Azanique says
I love Yumi Kim! This fit and print looks amazing on you. Work it girl!
-xo, Azanique | http://www.lotsofsass.com
Mandy Arraiz says
I love this dress! you seriously look gorgeous!
Courtney Bentley says
no way that is thrifted! looks oh so perfect!
Courtney Bentley || http://www.starsystemz.com