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Welcome back to another Fabulous Finds Friday! Thank Goodness It's Friday! 

Today, I wanted to share my new CK jeans! 

I found this pair of straight leg jeans at my local Plato's Closet with the intention of finding a pair of black denim skinnies. For my readers outside of the U.S....it's a thrift store that sells gently used clothing from the latest brands like DKNY, Calvin Klein, Michael Kors, Miss Me, Brandy Melville, Forever21, etc. 

I immediately snatched this steal from the rack when I realized that not only was it NWT, but the store was selling them for $12!!! I'd be crazy for leaving them there! Honestly all I have to do is alter the area around my thighs (SURPRISINGLY....cause Thunder + Lightning are no joke) and my waist for a better fit. They have a lot of stretch in them so if my legs do get any thicker, it's all good. Soon, I'll be catwalking down the street in my new Calvin blues. Part of me wants to be like everyone else cliche and wear a CK sports bra with my new jeans....but nah. Instead, I think I'll stick to a plain white tee or a super cute boho or minimal top partially tucked in the front to show off one of my vintage belts. 

I can't stress enough how wonderful thrifting is! You'll be extremely surprised at what someone the same size as you will get rid of. I once found a Michael Kors circle skirt at my local Goodwill back in Nashville, but unfortunately it was too big and at the time I didn't know how to alter clothes so I left it for the next girl to find. Was I sad? UH YEAH. But whoever scored that luxury of a skirt is giving it the justice it deserves.

Now of course you're supposed to wash your items once you come home for sanitary reasons, but other than that it's not gross like everyone says it is. I mean where else are you going to find vintage or one of a kind pieces??? Exactly. Celebrities always find themselves in the 'Who Wore It Best' article in a magazine because someone else adored that same dress, too. You never know what you'll find, and if this post hasn't convinced you otherwise....stick around for the next Fabulous Find post.

How do you feel about this new series? Yay or Meh...? Have I convinced you to go thrifting yet? Any ideas on how I should style #MyCalvins? ;)

Thanks for Reading!

xx,

Top (I want this option) | Skirt- Vintage (love this) | Flats | Purse- Tory Burch | Rings | Sunglasses | Nail Polish (Rhythm & Blue)

Hello beautiful people! Happy Spring Equinox! It is I, A Fabulous Hippie, and today I wanted to show you how I styled my '80s vintage midi skirt. I bought this skirt back in Nashville at my favorite authentic vintage store, the Hip Zipper. I mean, just the name alone is enough to make you want to shop there. On top of that, they do the most thorough research on the items potential sellers bring to verify that the item is in fact, vintage from whatever decade. What sold me was not just the midi length, but the micro floral print! It just screams 'SPRING!' Instead of a solid color top, I paired one of my favorite graphic tees with this outfit. Lips, Hips and Curves. ;)

I am a strong believer that every woman should have a midi skirt and dress in their closet. Start with a solid black skirt or dress (fitted, flared or shift) and wear it a few times. You can style anything black an infinite amount of ways so this will help you get a better feel on whether you're a midi length person or not. But trust me...once you put it on, you might not take it off....or you might wear it a few hundred times. 

For spring, I'm definitely going to be reaching for my Tory Burch Robinson Mini Satchel and my new retro pink sunnies! I love them together as an accessory combination. I just wish I could fit my 6S Plus inside Baby Tory. :/ I just had to pick the gigantic tablet phone, huh? It's so convenient since my vision blurs without warning when reading small writing (this granny needs readers) and I honestly don't feel that I need an iPad or any tablet for reading blogs and doing whatever else I like to do on the go (says the person who is still thinking about buying one). I am NOT that blogger who carries her laptop everywhere she goes. #Nope 

Even if I had a tote bag, I would still leave my computer at home. I have the Blogger app so there's no real need for it. To the bloggers who carry ALL of their blogging artillery, rock on. I'm just going to bring my camera. 

Stay tuned for more outfit posts! Oh, you have no idea how excited I am that I finally have a new camera! Taking my own pictures is soooo much easier because not only do I NOT have to pay a photographer per hour per shoot, but I can take the pictures how I want it. Now that doesn't mean I would never hire a photographer. Just only when I feel that it's necessary, like for special shoots and collaborations. 

Thanks for reading!

xx,

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Thanks for Reading!

xx,

Please excuse my sexy imperfections. My lips are still recovering from the reaction I had, so they are a wee bit discolored. Learn from my mistake....STAY AWAY FROM CHEAP MAKEUP. Because f*cking Dermatitis. That's why. (Hot damn, it's time to pluck those caterpillars...)

After being turned down for having crap photos, I knew that if I wanted my blog to be taken seriously, I'd have to invest in an actual camera. There are so many blogs with posts titled 'How to Start a Fashion Blog' and the one tip that is very repetitive is 'You don't need an expensive camera to start a blog. Your iphone will do just fine'. Haha!! Girl, BYE! If your blog is just a hobby, then yeah, have at it. A Fabulous Hippie is more than that to me. It's my business. My brand. My love. Being a Sole Proprietor, I take my website seriously, and for someone to turn me down because of the quality of my photos was, in my opinion, kinda shallow (like, did you even READ the post?!) But then I stopped being butt hurt and thought about it.....they have a point. It's time I get serious with the quality of my photos. It's one thing to bring bomb ass content to the site, but let's face it....nobody likes grainy photos. It doesn't matter how unique and trendy that outfit was. If it's grainy, you blog's bounce rate on Google Analytics will be higher than 70%. At least that's what I think. Cellphone photos just doesn't cut it. Keep it on IG. 

I'm not going to lie to you and tell you that you DON'T need a camera. I'm going to tell you to save your coins for one and while you save up, read photography blogs and watch a crap ton of youtube videos on how to get used to a DSLR like I did. Once you go to your local electronics store and purchase whatever camera you want, you'll already be a boss at knowing the best f-stop, ISO, and aperture settings for whatever setting you plan on shooting in. You may want to get a better understanding of what Composition means and why it's important, too. And besides, 'Self Taught Photographer' looks sexy on your resume. ;) 

Like I said in this post, I don't regret how I started this blog. I couldn't afford a camera during that time (Priorites...I don't want to Adult anymore.) and being the independent person that I am, I wanted to work hard to get what I really wanted. I've never been the type to rely on a man to get me whatever I wanted or anyone for that matter....does that make me a feminist? 

Well, hey...you can always email me or tweet me (@afabuloushippie) if you have any questions. I'm always 100% honest and I don't hide my secrets because I want all of us to succeed together. Don't be shy. Much Love!

xx,