2025 was the year of thrifting. More and more of my clothing has been coming from places such as my local consignment store, Goodwill, and even the RealReal. I have been able to cross off so many things that I have been lusting after for most of the year off of my list and for that, I am so grateful. In 2026, I hope to continue this vintage journey as I am in love with clothing items that will last me a while and just fit me better.
Here are my favorite thrift finds that I have been loving.
Aurate Tennis Bracelet: I scored this bracelet on Poshmark for a steal. I didn’t think I would love this as much as I have. I’ve been wearing this bracelet a lot since I got it. It goes with so many stacks, and it’s something that I can wear dressed up or casually.
Portland Leather Goods Nutmeg Bag: This bag was such a good deal, once again found on Poshmark. I love that this bag is so comfy and cozy. It fits everything, and it seems to get better as it ages. It also seems to fit everything in it, which is something that I really love as well. I know that I’ll be wearing this for a long time, and it will be on repeat.
Dooney and Bourke Lock Hobo in Pebble Leather: This was the year of the Lock Hobo from Dooney and Bourke. I thrifted it in black, brown, and gray, and this is by far my favorite bag. I love this bag because it fits everything that I need, works well with any type of weather, and is something that is comfortable to wear. I love Dooney and Bourke, and this bag helped me bring back that love.
Doc Martens: This is something that I love, but at the moment due to my sprained ankle, I can’t wear them because my foot is so swollen. I got two pairs — a pair of the Chelsea boot for $40 on theRealReal and a pair of the normal ones at my local consignment shop for $45. They are so comfortable, and they are really great quality shoes, just right at the moment, they are not something that I can wear.
Alex and Ani Bangles: For whatever reason, the Alex and Ani plain and beaded bangles have been my favorite this year. I love that they add a little bit of fun to a stack, especially in the summertime. I love finding them on Poshmark, at my local consignment stores, and at the thrift stores. They are honestly the best.
GAP Jeans: I found these at my local consignment store for $3.60. Yup. They are so comfortable, they fit perfectly, and the quality is amazing. GAP is a brand that I can never find new for a good price, so when I saw these on super clearance, I knew I had to grab them. The thing is, I did not realize that I would love them as much that I would.
Polene Cyme Mini: I found this on the RealReal for a steal, and I am obsessed with this bag. I recently switched into this bag, and I am in love with how cute this is, the size, the way that it has a few different ways to carry it, and of course, the camel color that I chose. I love that this bag is pebbled leather, which makes it great for wintertime. I decided to switch my Demelier Bag for this one, and I am so so so happy that I decided to do so.
So those are my favorite thrift/second hand finds of 2025. I’m manifesting a good thrift year for everyone in 2026, including myself. Maybe this will be the year that I finally am able to cross off a pair of Bean Boots… fingers crossed.
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