The cozy season is upon us and that means dusting off your winter wardrobe and rediscovering those chunky knits, chic coats, and woolen accessories that you haven’t seen since last winter. If you need a few extra cozy pieces, your local thrift store is a great place to start. Filled with hidden gems at reasonable prices, but also notoriously chaotic, thrift stores can make or break you. Here are our top tips for mastering the art of thrifting for winter warmers.
Check the Fabric First
The most important thing about winter clothing is the fabric. Wool and cashmere are going to keep you a lot warmer and last a lot longer than flimsy synthetics. Get to know these fabrics and be sure to check labels for the fabric composition. Soon enough, you’ll be able to pick out a cashmere sweater from a rack of acrylic just by touch.
Don’t Be Afraid to Size Up
Oversized is in, and bulky clothes leave more space for layering underneath. Check the racks in larger sizes or the men’s section for oversized pieces that will let you play with proportions and make a bold fashion statement.
Get Things Dry-Cleaned or Tailored
Thrifting is a whole lot cheaper than buying high-street pieces, which means you might have a little extra cash left over to play around with. If you find the perfect coat but it’s too long or a musty blazer that needs some TLC, consider getting them professionally tailored or cleaned. It will likely still work out cheaper than buying them new.
