This post is sponsored by thredUP. There’s a 40% off code at the end of this post just for you.
Tomorrow is June. June. I am diving into that summer dream pool cannonball style. My heart beats to the rhythm of “Hot Child in the Summer,” and if I had a nickle for every vision of lake adventures in Michigan I’ve now had, I could buy you all a push-up (popsicle, not bra) from the beach store up the street. With those dreams come a summer wardrobe–sweet sundresses, sailor style, seersucker, summer whites and sandals. When packing for summer travel, it’s fun to have a few new things to wear, but with a large family, new things for everyone adds up quick. My dears, you need to know about thredUP–women’s and kids’ high-quality secondhand fashion, curated in an online consignment boutique–and tons of it. The best part? The search filters are amazing. You can search your favorite brands and then add size, style and color filters to find exactly what you want–up to 90% off retail price. And thredUP offers an incredible range of brands, including so many of our favorites–J. Crew, Madewell, Zara, Mini Boden, Peek, Olive Juice, Hanna Andersson and more. For $200 and some change, the kids and I got completely outfitted for summer adventures–four outfits for mom and an outfit for each kid. I actually had to pare down my cart because the excitement of finding so many of our favorite brands for less got me a little excited, and my eyes got bigger than our closets.
Here’s how it goes. You shop online and get all excited about the amazing prices on your favorite brands. You pick out some cute things for summer adventures. You check out. You wait. Then this darling polka dot box shows up on your steps, and even though you paid less for secondhand, you’d never know it. Not only are the clothes like new (and two of ours were brand new–with tags!), but everything is hand-folded, wrapped up and packaged pretty–with a cute sticker, mind you. I’m a sucker for stickers.
Look at these brands! All in perfect condition.
You didn’t think I’d end this post without a montage of the new outfits now, did you? Everybody knows the best movie scenes in the whole world are outfit change dressing room scenes, preferably with a good song. Julia Roberts in Pretty Woman, Christina Applegate and Cameron Diaz in The Sweetest Thing, Carrie Bradshaw in her closet in the Sex and the City movie. Check ’em out.
What was in the box for me?
The BCBG dress still had tags on it, and it’s light and flowy for summer. Plus, pockets!
The J. Crew pants are super fun and funky–and a tad retro.
And this Theory dress–the fabric is divine; I’ll live in it this summer.
Of course, I couldn’t check out without stripes. This knit Trina Turk tank looks good with the Gap red cords and fulfills my wardrobe color palette trifecta–black, white, red.
Nella’s romper is also thredUP–Gap, brand new with tags. It was $8.99, and there’s a similar shorts romper currently on Gap’s site for $39.95.
Gap plaid-cuff jeans for Dash to grow into, and a Peek cardigan (LOVE!) for Nella and Dash to share. We don’t wear a lot of sweaters/sweatshirts in Florida, so I don’t like to spend a lot of money on them, but we do use them on cool mornings in Michigan.
Lainey picked out this Abercrombie top and Mini Boden denim skirt–both like new and versatile for summer. The skirt was $7.99, and it retails for $36.50 (still currently on Mini Boden’s site).
And last but not least, Nella got this Ralph Lauren cord jumper and a white Petit Bateau white tee to go with it. A lot of these things will fold right into the school year and fall wardrobes for us too, so double score.
I’ve bookmarked thredUP and will definitely head over there to search my favorite brands before buying new–the money saved is too good!
If you’re cleaning out your closet and paring down for summer, consider ordering a thredUP Clean Out Bag. You fill it with the items you no longer want (consult website to see what they do not and not take, and what the payout is), and place it on front of your front door for pick-up. Look you, you responsible recycler!
The kind folks at thredUP are offering 40% off your entire order, valid for first time shoppers only. Click here and use code KELLE40 to get your 40% off offer (discount up to $50, expires in 7 days).
So pack those summer trip suitcases and save your money for the important things of vacation like–oh I don’t know–I Heart Daytona Beach keychains and polished rocks from China.
Laura says
Where are your black sandals from? Love them! It’s 87f in NY today, I feel a definite need to buy summer clothing asap! Have an amazingly beautiful summer! <3
AshLey says
I would also love to know where your black sandals are from? Thanks! ????
Kelle says
Those are Old Navy, last year’s summer season.
Laura says
I never would’ve guessed that! Gorgeous!
Kate says
So excited to shop, I get inspired by your wardrobe and pairings!! (except – it seems thredUp’s offer is only 20% off for firsttime shoppers?? lol)
Kelle says
It should be 40%–I had them double check. It won’t apply if it’s not a first time order though.
Kim says
TredUP is also awesome for maternity clothes!
Natalie says
Love your turqoise necklace! Where is it from? Thank you!
Kelle says
It was a gift from a friend–not sure where it’s from. Sorry, that’s not much help, ha.
Caryl says
This could not have come at a better time. My fave 2nd hand store shut down and I have loads of clothes I’d like to move along. Thanks again for the reminder about thredup. I shopped them when the company first started and it was tremendous fun. Looks like I need to take another peek!
Cheers,
Caryl
jamie says
the best part about thredUp is when you get the confirmation email and it tells you HOW MUCH YOU SAVED. which is basically code for ‘you now have more money to spend on more clothes.’ haha!
how do you says
Vacation Wardrobe with thredUP – Enjoying the Small Things
Ashley says
Kelle,
Thanks so much for the info!!! I don’t see that flowly white dress with pockets on the site? Do you have a link or the name of it?
Thanks!
Jillian says
Your family is beautiful! I’ve taken an unintended break from blogging – my daughter is 2.5, but some friends have started blogging and it’s inspired me to get back into it. I’ve followed you for years, and just now looking at this post and seeing how much all your babies have grown is just wonderful. Although, we’ve never met, you share so much with your readers and it’s a blessing to see your family again. Cheers!
Teresa says
Hi Kelle, I’m a longtime blog reader (I’m in awe of your beautiful photos!) that just made my first purchase on thredUP thanks to your post and 40% off discount code. Thanks for sharing!