The day has come and gone and I didn’t mention it, but January 3rd was in important step in my blogging journey. On that day, a year ago, I published my first style post. After considering my long love of fashion and collecting vintage bags and garments, I decided to delve into style blogging. I have loved my journey!
My horizons have expanded because of that decision and the friends I have had the pleasure to meet along the way have been wonderful.
To celebrate, I have something I want to do; an idea that has been rolling around in my head for a few months. My photos are reminisces and have a common thread that is a hint of what I am about to start. See if you can figure it out. So lets get started on that trip down memory lane…
This was the first style I posted-went with my sheep/alpaca persona. The camel toned wool jacket was one of my first finds at my local Salvation Army. Its label says Augustas and Made in the USA. It can be found on Hats Off to Alpacas post.
Have you noticed a common thread running through these styles? They all have what I call “2nd loved” items. For what ever reason, these pieces landed in a thrift or consignment shop, eBay or in the case of my Dad’s old hat, was a handed down item. Do I dress only in 2nd loved items? Of course not, but I don’t have a problem incorporating these great finds within the whole context of my style, which also includes local designer originals, small boutiques and the likes such as Kohl’s and TJ Maxx.
I love the hunt of these 2nd loved items; going through racks of cheap and fast fashion to find that one shining gem. This wasn’t always the case. My mindset was changed four years ago upon reading Elizabeth L. Kline’s book. Over Dressed: The Shockingly High Cost of Cheap Fashion. This book impacted me enough to write an article about it HERE.
This leads me to my next project. I am going to have a link up every first Friday for those who enjoy, like me, adding 2nd loved items here and there. I now have a page devoted to the 2nd Loved 1st Friday Linkup (see above in the tabs). The initial 1st Friday will be April 7th and I am so looking forward to getting this thing rolling.
Every 1st Friday, I will have a post to kick off the link up and I hope you will join me. Below is a some of the information about linkup. I also have more information on the my linkup page that you can access at the top of my blog.
The 2nd Loved 1st Friday Linkup
Why 1st Friday?
Around these parts (the Kansas City area), 1st Friday is an important date. It is the day of art and culture. The center of the KC arts scene, the Crossroads art district, is vibrant with new shows in the galleries, artists’ meetups and just a great camaraderie of art lovers. Styling is an art form in my point of view, so it was just natural a MeadowTree Style event would have to be on a first Friday.
Who can link up?
Any post on a blog, Instagram, Facebook or the like can linkup to this style celebration. If you can copy and paste an URL in the Linky box, you are good to go! The post doesn’t have to be current; if you have something good-link up!
Do I have to have a whole 2nd Loved outfit for the linkup?
No, just one item will do, be it a hat, skirt, pants or a piece of jewelry. I believe in mixing it up as far as items in a look. Just one item in your style is all you need, be it from, a thrift shop, eBay, consignment shop, vintage boutique or something a friend gave you because they didn’t want it anymore.
When you do post, I would appreciate a description about your 2nd Loved item (or items), what type of shop you found it and what drew you to it. Tell as much or as little as you want.
When does the Linkup start?
2nd Loved 1st Friday linkup will start 12 a.m. on the first Friday of each month.
How long will the Linkup last?
The 2nd Loved 1st Friday is a once in a month affair and will stay open all month and you can link up anytime during the month. Every 1st Friday I will have a new post to kick the party off and am looking forward to seeing you then.
Until next time, Happy Styling!
All photo credits have been given in the original posts.
I link up with some great blogs every week. To see who they are go HERE.
MeadowTree Style 
What a great looking-back post, Terri! I did notice that you often incorporate great second-hand pieces and accessories. thanks for linking up! xox
Patti
http://notdeadyetstyle.com
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Thanks for noticing Patti, aI have three goals: to wear 2nd loved. Make things myself and wear local designers. Other things come across my path but those are the three important ones.
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Congrats, Terri!! I’ve enjoyed following your blog tremendously and I can’t wait for the link up!! (I do hope you’ll remind me when next Friday rolls around!!)
jodie
http://www.jtouchofstyle.com
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Oh, don’t worry I am a Mother, grandmother and teacher-nagging is one of my best talents!
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Congretulations! What a fun idea for a linkup! Now I really have to search in my closet! We are going to the UK in April and I am planning to do my first thrift store visit there! I know in which store already! I the Netherlands we don t have many nice thrift stores.
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the UK will be a great place to shop for 2nd loved things. I see great styles coming from the bloggers there based on their brilliant finds. Good luck with your treasure hunt and have fun!
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What great outfits you’ve found – love that tweed dress and the fabulous red Calvin Klein. And such a good idea to start a link-up on thrifting and second-hand. I’ll be there! It’ll be fun x
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Thank you Penny. This is something I have been thinking about for a long time because I just feel that there are a lot of us who enjoy this hunt and thrill gotten from finding something great this way. I don’t think I have seen this type of link up anywhere and thought it would be worth a try. Of course, I went through the usual, what if I throw a party and no one comes, but if you don’t try you will never know. If you have friends that believe the way we do, please let them know about this. Take care-Terri
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Hi Terri
I certainly noticed your love of thrifted items, and I too,love to find a unique piece from time to time. Great trip down memory lane! I thought perhaps it had something to do with your love of hats 🙂 Congrtas on the linkup!
Thanks for linking with Turning Heads Tuesday!
jess xx
http://www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com
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I went back through the photos and noe see how you would have thought that-I didn’t even notice how many hats I had in this until you said somethinf
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Such a fun concept. Over half my clothes are second hand. I am a believer in recycling and I love finding treasures that I can work into my wardrobe!
http://www.mylittlenest.org
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Oh Ruth, I hope you come join the linkup. I will admit, I am a little nervous-with a new adventure an all! It’s something I strongly believe in too, that’s for sure.
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Thanks for linking up to Top of the World Style. I love your idea of a linkup devoted to second hand. It’s great to make people aware of sustainability and recycling. Can you add me to your email reminder list? Thanks.
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Nicole, thank you for being so perceptive. I wasn’t going to get on my soap box about it, but that is the main reason I try to use second hand.
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Congratulations Terri on your blogiversary! You have a wonderful sense of style and I love all the outfits and hats you have shared. It’s fun to look back over the past year and celebrate your accomplishments! Thank you, as always, for participating in Hat Attack!
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