The official thrift/discount store bragging thread - Page 4100

I just want to thank all the regulars here in the forum for showing me the ropes.  I've only been thrifting for 2 months or so and it is a really fun and profitable hobbie.   It all began last year when I decided to change my life, i was over weight, I went low carb and changed my eating habits and within 5 months had dropped 50 pounds.   That is when I began looking for new clothes.  I started buying new stuff(that was stupid) and eventually ended up here.   This place has basically got my dressers and closet bursting through the seams with high quality clothes i never could have affored to buy new, Brooks Brothers, Canali, Hickey, Loro Piana, and on and on for free.  I really must thank all of you for the knowledge that is given either directly or indirectly in this thread on a daily basis.

I'm easily clearing $500-1,000 a month flipping on ebay in my spare time and enjoy the thrill of the hunt.  I spent 8 hours thrifting yesterday and found my first Hermes tie, then at the next stop a nearly new Burberry Trench double breasted with wool liner that fit me perfect, and a Hugo Boss leather coat that also fit me well. 

The amount of high end clothing I have found in 2 months is astonishing to me, it really shows the amount of waste in this country. I feel like a fool for years of buying RL Polo shirts at Macy's for $40, when I can find 25 of them with ease at one thrift shop for $5.00. 

I have no idea why anyone would buy Jos A Bank clothing new, the thrift shops feel like Jos A Bank factory stores lol.

I have no doubt I could quit my day job and make a comfortable middle class living going through rich people's piss stained clothing all day

As for now it just makes a really fun hobby and nothing beats the adrenaline rush of finding an awesome piece of clothing for $5 that fits perfectly.  

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Originally Posted by capnwes 

That much in a month is still nothing to shake a stick at. It still takes hard work and dedication. I remember back a few years ago when I was super excited to do $100 in a week.

I'm pretty happy with by $400, which will, um, almost pay for my expenses in LA (yes, I bought the jeans, and yes, that may have been a poor use of a little less than two months of cell phone bills).

Wow, amazing stuff.  I especially love the polo pants (I'd make an exception to my no-pleats rule for those) and the Paraboot shoes.

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Originally Posted by GMMcL 


I get the concern, Ray, but was this really the most mature way to handle the situation? Perhaps a PM asking him nicely?

Anyway, some belated brags and/or better pics of past brags. Mostly the highlights, but even that's a pretty substantial number of pics. So be warned! Click on the spoiler ONLY if you have a robust internet connection! Still figuring out my new camera, so the whitebalance sucks in a few of these. But it's still better than the old point and shoot.
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MOST OF THIS STUFF IS SPOKEN FOR OR MINE. PLUS, I'M BURIED AT WORK AND NOT ABLE TO RESPOND TO PMs. IF YOU MUST HAVE SOMETHING, FEEL FREE TO PM, BUT IT MAY TAKE ME A WHILE TO RESPOND.
Suits/ SCs/Fox Hunting Jackets (Click to show)

Trousers/Denim (Click to show)

Not pictured: Solid gray flannelPRL by Corneliani with side adjusters

Shirts (Click to show)

Ties and accessories (Click to show)

Shoes (Click to show)

 

 

 

I got my Kiton  2 weeks ago on a really nice 7 fold, actually it was my first 7 fold and kiton all in one :)  Picked up a really nice Oxxford tie at that same store that day.   I've pretty much got all the major tie brands the last 2-3 months. 

I just haven't gotten around to selling many of them yet, I probably have anywhere from 50-70 ties in a box waiting to put up.

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Originally Posted by cpmac7 


Keep it up man! Just wait until you find your first kiton

Thanks everyone for the congrats! 

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Originally Posted by ChetBakerSings 

Congrats, Wes! I was rooting for you to keep it, but after seeing that auction, I see you made the wise choice.

It was cool, but even though it was my size (44), it was quite snug for me. 

I don't keep much that I find, but.....

Renovation update. Got the new floors sanded and 3 coats of finish applied this weekend. A few more coats to do tonight, in between ebay packages. Should be moving back in on Thursday. Touch up paint and a little trim work remains before I can finally assemble my new closet system...which was the initial start of this project. All of my home improvement projects spiral wildly out of control.

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Originally Posted by eazye 


Looks great Wes, I dig the pistachio color. And the shirt......

$2.99 deep clearance at Kohls, plus we had Kohls cash, so it was actually free. If you've seen my thrifting/ebay area, you would know the graphic is fitting of a fella like me.

Also got this one for $1.99. Not sure which one I like best...it's very close. 

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Originally Posted by LooknGr8 

Wes and other experienced eBayers: Found this torso-stand combo for $80, am thinking about going in for one. Does it look serviceable to you? Is there anything in the page that says to you it sucks/would break?
 

I'm only slightly nervous about the wooden legs. I have a coat stand with that style "tripod" that I have had to repair twice. Of course it carries a bit more weight. Otherwise looks like a decent set up.