Christmas is around the corner and Hanukkah has just ended. From Black Friday to December Wednesday (the 13th to be exact) I scoured 9 thrifty shops in search of: Did I wait too long to begin my decoration shopping? Did I beat this holiday challenge? Read about my lively and festive shopping excursions to find […] The post Christmas + Hanukkah Decorations Challenge: THRIFTED EDITION appeared first on Thrifts and Tangles ..read more

I want to thank you all for being supportive of Thrifts & Tangles! Whether you’re new here or have been following T&T for a while now, I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart. To show my gratitude, I wanted to do something different this year to give back! This year we […] The post 12 Days of Gifting appeared first on Thrifts and Tangles ..read more

If you have anyone in your life who is dedicated to living an ethical lifestyle or if you are interested in buying gifts that are in alignment with your values, this gift guide has you covered. Here are 25 ethical gift ideas for everyone in your life! This post features a sponsored placement denoted by […] The post 20+ Ethical Gift Ideas for Everyone on Your List appeared first on Thrifts and Tangles ..read more

We are back with another Thrifty Entrepreneur feature! This series covers amazing secondhand businesses of all facets. We dive into more about the business, resell tips, thrifting tips, and more! There’s something so interesting about an entrepreneur’s journey – especially when they are prioritizing sustainability. I hope you enjoy this interview and click here to […] The post Meet the Owner of the Luxury Bridal Resale Shop in Beverly Hills appeared first on Thrifts and Tangles ..read more

The holiday season is such a fun time of year. It’s the time when loved ones come together to share gifts, laughter, joy, and memories! It’s also the time when consumerism is at an all-time high. Our consumption increases during this time of year, as well as our waste. Just imagine your trashcan during its […] The post 7 Ways to Reduce Waste This Holiday Season appeared first on Thrifts and Tangles ..read more

We are back with another Thrifty Entrepreneur feature! This series covers amazing secondhand businesses of all facets. We dive into more about the business, resell tips, thrifting tips, and more! There’s something so interesting about an entrepreneur’s journey – especially when they are prioritizing sustainability. I hope you enjoy this interview and click here to […] The post Meet the Retro Wholesaler Supplying Vintage Clothing to Shops Worldwide appeared first on Thrifts and Tangles ..read more

Occasionally, I receive cool PR boxes! My favorite box was from President Barbie! I was literally in shock that I made the PR list for Issa Rae’s company. My daughter received PR too which literally melted my heart! ♥ PR BOXES: The post September PR Unboxing + Exclusive Discounts appeared first on Thrifts and Tangles ..read more

According to its Oxford English Dictionary definition, gentrification is a “process whereby the character of a poor urban area is changed by wealthier people moving in, improving housing, and attracting new businesses, typically displacing current inhabitants in the process. The process of making someone or something more refined, polite, or respectable.” The gentrification process is […] The post Exploring the Gentrification of Thrifting appeared first on Thrifts and Tangles ..read more

We are back with another Thrifty Entrepreneur feature! This series covers amazing secondhand businesses of all facets. We dive into more about the business, resell tips, thrifting tips, and more! There’s something so interesting about an entrepreneur’s journey – especially when they are prioritizing sustainability. I hope you enjoy this interview and click here to […] The post Meet the Luxury Consignment Shop Owner Making Bartering Online a Reality appeared first on Thrifts and Tangles ..read more

This year, I graduated from a Master’s program. Finishing graduate school was one of the hardest things I have ever done. I had spent the last three years reading, writing, grading, crying, self-doubting, and regretting the decision to enroll in the first place. But I had finished. I had earned my credits and written and […] The post The Legacy of Black Women Claiming the “Soft Girl” Aesthetic appeared first on Thrifts and Tangles ..read more