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#TrendyTuesday: Different in denim

Precaution: this post serves as an internet hug and may be a little sappy. It’s funny how life works. The other day I was standing in line at Starbucks and caught myself staring at the girl in front of me. Not to be awkward, but I couldn’t take my eyes of her! Haha! I LOVED her style but stood there thinking, “She’s so cool; there is no way I could pull that look off.” Her look was based off an oversized denim jumper. I wanted to be that cool. Getting in my car, I told myself

Sweater + dress layered style: 2018's request

You asked and I listened! Styling sweaters over dresses is a skill you’ll need to master this upcoming spring season. It’s super easy, if you have the right items in your closet. This post is to help you know what to thrift next time you’re at Goodwill! The most important piece of the entire look is obviously the sweater. Without the right fit, color, and material, your message may be misinterpreted. For this look, I chose this oversized Express sweater I purchased from the S

#ThriftyThursday: Plaid, shoulder pads + waist knots = work week babe

#ThriftyThursday: For thrifters who are on the job search – this one is for you! Goodwill’s racks are a great alternative to business professional retailers. While it’s important to look sharp, being financially aware is so important! This week I have put together a look that will help build your resume without breaking the bank, just less than $22 WITH accessories from your local Goodwill! Starting off with the obvious, every career quest calls for a blazer. The Limited has

Affordable "Southern Living" design: all things gingham and burlap

“Southern Living” is the bible for a stylish southern living space. This magazine inspired look was made possible thanks to the Bellerive location (Nicholasville)! I love all things buffalo check and gingham, so I couldn’t help snag this lamp pair for just $3.99 each! I felt that my apartment’s living room needed decor to fill the emptiness, but was indecisive of the color choice and overall theme. After arranging the “Be Yourself” wall art, blue and yellow became the main co

Spread the sparkle.

Sparkle. A piece of advice I was given last week sparked a new outlook on life. A lady from my hometown complimented me on the outfit I was wearing at the time. Of course I was dressed head-to-toe in thrifty finds. After I gave my spiel of why I shop at Goodwill, she looked me straight in the eyes and said, “Never let anyone dull your sparkle.” Those six words have lingered in the back of mind. Friday, I attended Customer Appreciation Day at the Ring Road store in Elizabethto

#ThriftyThursday: Preppy and proud

#ThriftyThursday: $250. My preppy ensemble would retail for nearly that surprising cost. Lucky for me – my window-shopping inspiration was satisfied with thrifty Goodwill finds. This soft look is composed of: a Gap dress a New Look cardigan a pair of Talbots sandals a two-strand pink necklace I struggle wearing any straight-cut dress, but when I found this Gap gem, I decided alterations were worth my time. After matching a soft pink chunky necklace, I tied a long-sleeved swea

our history

Goodwill Industries of Kentucky is a 501(C)(3) nonprofit headquartered in Louisville since 1923. Goodwill gives people up—not a handout—so they can experience the dignity and independence that comes from earning a paycheck.

our mission

We help people with disabilities or other disadvantages achieve and maintain employment to gain a better quality of life.

what we do

Goodwill collects and sells donated items to fund programs for Kentuckians who have disabilities or other challenges in finding and maintaining traditional employment. On-the-job training, job preparation skills, and employment counseling are just a few of Goodwill's services that benefit thousands of adults each year and strengthen families in Kentucky's communities.

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