Welcome to Feathers "For-A-Song"!
"Feathers" refers to clothing (women's specifically).
"For-A-Song" means, well, next to nothing! In regards to price of course, not style.
It only makes sense for me to combine my passions here, in a blog, that I can share with anyone who loves fashion and keeping their hard earned money in their wallet.
I adore fashion. I love unique pieces, designers and rich textiles!
I COVET a good deal.
I come from a long line of penny-pinching, bargain huntresses. It's in my nature to sniff out the ultimate piece at rock bottom prices. Pennies on the dollar, Feathers "For-A-Song".
My Ma dragged me into every thrift store in town when I was a teenager. I was the girl hiding in the back, hoping I wouldn't be spotted by anyone I knew (even though that would have meant they were thrifting it too!!). My Ma would spend hours looking at every label and filling a cart with clothing for me, for her and sometimes for my Dad. She'd make me try on everything, do quality checks and try to make complete outfits. We'd leave with bags of "junk". At least that's what I thought then.
I'm from San Diego, California. I've been in every Goodwill, St. Vincent De Paul and consignment shop from San Ysidro to East County. The thrift stores in San Diego are unfortunate.
In my adult life, I would only venture into a second hand store for costumes at Halloween, or the occasional used book.
About a year and a half ago, my Husband Matt and I moved across country to Atlanta, Georgia. Left it all behind. We moved here for Matt's job, but I have been jobless the past year.
On a whim, at the beginning of 2010 I listed about 10 items on Ebay. Gently used clothing from my own wardrobe, mainly. I sold everything quickly and at surprisingly high prices. I was instantly hooked. I listed more of my own items, and began doing research on where to get clothing dirt cheap to keep the business rolling. I spent hours roaming the clearance racks in every "bargain" store in Atlanta (think Ross, T.J. Maxx).
The supply quickly diminished and I was stuck wondering if I would be able to continue selling on Ebay.
I wandered into a Goodwill store one afternoon. Initially, the weird smell and sort of dirty environment brought me back to my "shameful" teenage thrift store days. I did not have high expectations. However, I left the store with a huge bag of purses, dresses, belts and more. And I barely spent a thing! I can only describe the feeling as "shocked".
The success of my Ebay store is due to many factors. First, I do regular research on current fashion trends and make an effort to provide popular brands, stylish pieces in beautiful condition. Second, I offer the items "For-A-Song". And lastly, I maintain contact with every buyer who has a positive shopping experience in my store!
I'm hooked on Thrift stores! I know the stigma. I get it, believe me. But the truth is, with a little bit of digging, you may unearth something amazing.
With this blog, I will share these treasures with the world! I know I may not be able to convert the ultimate Fashionistas, but to those girls: "You are in for a shock!"
As a final note, I will not specify exactly where I'm getting the clothing from. I don't want to give away ALL my secrets.
Here's the link to my Ebay store!
