This 60′s summer look is 100% thrifted, including these vintage mint high-waisted shorts!
Polka dot tank: $2.50
Vintage mint shorts: $2.99
Orange belt: $.99
T-strap brown wedge sandals: $3.99
Submitted by Star
Mint
May Winners
We had a big month in May! We had a ton of entries coming in from more than fifty different submitters–as you know, whenever that happens our prizes jump from $100 per winner to $500 per winner! So congrats are in order for the winners of our May cycle. Thanks are also in order–first to everyone who submitted and made it one of our best months, but especially to our judges for this month, Andrew and Maria from Electrogent. Their picks are bright, bold, and totally on point. Be sure to check out Andrew on Twitter, Maria on Twitter, or simply head over to their Facebook page. But first, on to the winners!
1. “As the only male winner, ‘acollectedgentleman’ is getting it done this month. He ventured into a territory that Andrew would never personally go, but style is about having the confidence to rock what your own look, and he certainly knows what works for him. An immaculate-white-shoe thumbs up.”
2. “Our second winner, Sarah, knows how to juxtapose like a boss. That busy floral shirt with the solid black high-waisted shorts are a favorite of Maria. Throw it together with some funky shades, a long necklace, and a simple bracelet for a perfectly different high five.”
3. “The third winner, Phoebe V., is going all contrast with this black, white, and red look. Paired with her porcelain skin, the red pops of color are just enough to keep things interesting. What’s black, white, and red spotted? A Maria-approved look.”
4. “Our fourth winner is bold—whoops, not that kind of bold. NeShanta is matching polka dots with polka dots! Amazing. You clearly need confidence to pull something like this together, and she has it in spades. Pair those spots with a fantastic red clutch and bam—you have a winning look.”
5. “Last, but certainly not least, is Shelby. Of all the entrants, she took the most risk–and it paid off. Sticking with mostly primary colors red and blue, Shelby put together a bright look without burning out any retinas. Maria loves her ability to rock the bold colors, and that uniqueness makes her a winner.”
[EDITOR'S NOTE: We were unable to reach all of the winners this month via the email addresses they provided. If you see yourself here and you have not yet, heard from us, please contact us: tpinfo [at] templetonpress [dot] org.]
I Don’t Like SHoes
Here’s another one of my transformations. This mumu was $5.99 at Goodwill, but it was half off, so I only had to pay $3.00. Forgive me for not wearing shoes.
Total: $3.00
Submitted by Little Tran
Thrifed Blues
I’m not one to wear “sets”, but while thrifting in Illinois, I had to pick up this blue one. For less than $5, I’d say it was a good pick! 
Top & Pants: Thrifted ($4.50) Salvation Army, Illinois
Sandals: Target
Jewelry: Thrifted, 2nd Avenue
Purse: Nic’s Picks
Submitted by Whitney
You Say Goodbye, I Say Hello
I saw this hideous dress at Goodwill and thought, “I’m going to make this not entirely hideous,” and this is how it turned out. Mission: Accomplished
Dress: $0.99 at Goodwill Bargain Barn (believe it)
Shoes: $0.99 at Goodwill Bargain Barn
Total: $1.98
Submitted by Little Tran
Vintage Vibes
I’m beating the heat this summer by pairing light weight skirts and tops in new ways!
This vintage skirt was thrifted for a mere $2 and the shoes for $1.50! Purple top is from Target and earrings, a gift from a friend!
Submitted by Star
Summer floral
I found this beautiful Tibi dress at local thrift store for $5, my sunglasses are Marc Jacobs, got them in the same store for $15. Pink Italian leather purse was $4 in Goodwill.
Submitted by Olga
Pink & Green at Work
This look is so perfect for the office. It’s vibrant, colorful and chic all in one! And the look is under $20. Can’t beat that!
Dress: Goodwill (Pontoon Beach, IL), $5.50
Blazer: 2nd Avenue Thrift Store(Columbia, MD), $7.90
Shoes: 2nd Avenue Thrift Store(Columbia, MD, $5.90
Necklace: 2nd Avenue Thrift Store(Columbia, MD), 3.90
Earrings: Yard Sale, $1.00
Submitted by Whitney
Steady as She Goes
This is an outfit I wore for a casual night out with my girlfriends. My friend decided that she wanted an impromptu photo shoot in the sub shop and I said why not. I love this look because it’s so comfortable and really reflects the trend of nautical stripes and high waisted cut off shorts that is so popular right now!
Outfit:
Ann Taylor nautical striped top: North Carolina Goodwill (3.29)
Vintage Wrangler high waisted, cut off denim shorts: North Carolina Goodwill (3.29)
Brown Wedges: North Carolina Goodwill (3.99)
Faux Pearl Earrings: Gifted (free)
La Mer wrist watch: Gifted (free)
Total cost: $10.57
Submitted by C Tran
New Month! New Judging Cycle!
All posts appearing from this point forward will be considered in the June judging cycle.
Thanks to everyone who submitted something for May! We think you are all quite fabulous and we can’t wait to see who Electrogent select as their favorites for this month.
