#Goodwill is rent the runway for sweaters

[librarianpirate]

I own too many sweaters and I keep getting more from Goodwill (I see a chunky sweater with a half off tag and how can I resist?) so I'm making myself wear all my sweaters and if I don't want to wear one I can't keep it and have to give it away.

Today I'm wearing one of my favorites aesthetically but it's got a mock turtleneck and how can people ever stand having SOMETHING on their NECK? This is the worst and I hate it. But it's got these really great buttons on the wrists that made my car into a light show as I drove to work, and in the end isn't that worth it?

[angelremnants]

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⠀⠀⠀⠀COME FROM WAY ABOVE , to bring me love . .

ANGIE'S MASTERLIST . have fun !

MARVEL CINEMATIC UNIVERSE !

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⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀LOKI LAUFEYSON .

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A TALES OF...⠀[masterlist] — A collection of lore-bound but not necessarily sequential ficlets featuring our favorite Asgardian brothers, packed with action, magic, a lot of tension and, of course, romance.

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• OF STORMBOUND HEARTS — Loosely connected to the "A Tales Of" series universe.

"In the midst of a storm of emotions and unspoken longing, two souls collide in a moment that blurs the line between desire and fear. The tension between them disguised under quarrels has been building for months, and when it finally unravels, neither can escape the pull of what they’ve both denied for so long. But as their connection deepens, so do the questions. Will they be able to handle the storm they've created, or will it consume them?"

• A CHRISTMAS TO CHERISH, A YULE TO REMEMBER — Loosely connected to the "A Tales Of" series universe.

"When tasked with organizing a holiday cultural exchange between Midgard and New Asgard, you face clashing traditions and unexpected connections. To foster goodwill, you plan a hybrid celebration that blends Christmas with Yule, inviting world leaders and dignitaries to experience Asgard's unique customs. However, hosting off-worlders, especially a skeptical Loki, proves challenging. His sarcasm only adds more tension as sparks begin to fly between you, testing your growing connection. As Yule and Christmas traditions collide, an unexpected kiss under the mistletoe might just be the season's most surprising twist."

• SWEATER WEATHER

"Conveyed in a rented beach house stationed on the Californian west coast, a SHIELD mission brings Loki and you together. What starts as an investigation into strange energy spikes uncovers discoveries tied to the ocean—and to each other. As you work together, the line between professionalism and growing attraction blurs even more than before. Can your newfound connection withstand the tides of duty and desire, or is this still water before the tempest?"

• IN THE GRAVITY OF YOU

"You never expected to cross paths with a god, let alone have your destiny tangle with his. Tasked with retrieving the Tesseract for S.H.I.E.L.D., you quickly learn you're in over your head after getting extraordinary powers in an unfortunate occurrence. Your fate is no longer in your hands, and the stone, the source of your connection, seem to have sinister abilities. Its power will either bond you together... or tear you apart."

• BETWEEN STRENGTH & STYLE

"Loki’s probationary stint with the Avengers takes a surprising turn when Thor insists on dragging him to the team’s fluorescent-lit gym—a place he deems far beneath his dignity. His disdain shifts the moment you stride in with effortless confidence, transforming the mundane gym into your personal runway, commanding the room and worse, directly challenging his ego.

Determined not to be overshadowed, Loki initiated a playful competition, vying to outshine you as the gym’s reigning fashionista. Yet, what began as irritation soon evolved into intrigue—and an electric chemistry taking place between you and forcing him to confront not only your undeniable allure but also his own battle for self-control.

The only question left was: how many Fridays would pass before one of you finally caves in?"

PARTㅤ⠀ONE . TWO⠀(18+) . THREE⠀(18+) .

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⠀⠀JAMES "BUCKY" BARNES .

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ROLL CALL

“The biting winters of 1943 paled in comparison to the frozen hearts of soldiers, weary and broken by the unrelenting call of war. For men burdened by despair, the burn of alcohol was the only warmth they knew.

Sergeant Barnes lived for one purpose: to stand by his best friend’s side, no matter where the battlefield led them. But a chance encounter at a dimly lit bar near the military camp changes everything. A young woman, bold yet gentle, awakens something in him—a spark long buried beneath years of frost and pain.”

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• HEAT WAVES

"After years of manipulation by Hydra, Bucky Barnes must find his place in a world that has long moved on without him. With you, an independent and unwavering agent by his side, he reluctantly embarks on a transformative journey of recovery in Wakanda. Amid the kingdom's vibrant culture, your connection to Bucky deepens as he confronts personal demons and embrace the healing process. Bucky learns to welcome the warmth of new beginnings, understanding that even after winter's cold grip, the sun can shine through."

PARTㅤ⠀ONE . TWO . THREE⠀(18+) .

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ㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀STEVE ROGERS .

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AMERICAN WEDDING

“Steve Rogers is throwing himself into mission after mission, trying to outrun the weight of his past—his unresolved feelings for Sharon and the lingering memories of Peggy. But when his commanding officers force him to take a break, Steve ends up on a staycation in Barbados. What begins as a forced respite soon becomes a much-needed escape as he unexpectedly finds healing, peace, and even a connection in the warmth of the Caribbean sun. Steve learns to let go of the past and finally breathe again, even if it’s just for a short while.”

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LOVE YOU, LOVE YOU, LOVE YOU, LOVE YOU..

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[dippedanddripped]

Remember when “secondhand” meant a trip to the Salvation Army for ugly sweater day? Or when “thrifting” (á la Macklemore) was picking up a wacky, sort-of-dirty fur thing from Goodwill that you’d probably never wear?

The advent of the luxury resale market—or “re-commerce” or consignment or whatever you want to call it—has changed what secondhand means. In today’s economy, pre-owned goods are a booming business, and they’re on the cusp of even more explosive growth.

The resale industry hit a milestone today as shares of the RealReal, a secondhand luxury retailer, started trading on Nasdaq after a blockbuster IPO. Priced at $20 a share, it jumped almost 50% in the first few minutes of trading after raising $300 million in the IPO.

The RealReal is known best for the resale of authenticated luxury goods from the Gucci, Chanel, and Hermès tier. While it doesn’t eschew lower range brands like J. Crew or Old Navy, the company credits luxury sales for most of its $207 million in revenue last year.

The RealReal is a leader in what appears to be a ballooning resale market. Indeed, its IPO follows the $1 billion valuation of StockX, an online marketplace that deals in sneaker resale. The company faces competition from London-based Depop, a Gen-Z-skewing venture that nabbed a $62 million investment in January. There’s also ThredUp, which has raised over $130 million since it was founded a decade ago.

According to a recent report from ThredUp itself, the $24 billion secondhand retail market is set to outpace fast fashion by 2028. And per CNBC, resale as a whole is projected to tick up to 45% of the entire retail market by 2023, more than doubling from its current 20%. It’s worth noting, however, that at present fast fashion retailers Zara and H&M are amongst the biggest fashion companies in the world. It would be surprising if they were dethroned at the pace projected.

Are we over new clothes?

Experts have speculated that today’s discerning shoppers, particularly the internet-savvy millennial and Gen-Z variety, are interested in premium goods. What they’re not interested in—and probably can’t afford given they haven’t reached their spending potential and are under substantially more financial pressure than previous generations—is breaking the bank to buy them.

There are also sustainability and ethical concerns when it comes to buying clothes from the $2.5 trillion fast fashion industry. In addition to exploitative practices, the environmental impact is staggering: Not only is the industry causing an environmental “emergency” thanks to it being one of the largest global users of water, but much of the low-cost clothing produced is quickly discarded and ends up in waterways and landfills, where its synthetic compounds can take hundreds or thousands of years to biodegrade.

All this considered, it seems that the stigma previously associated with secondhand goods is less relevant. Not only are shoppers more interested in buying things that already exist within the fashion ecosystem, they also want to save money, especially if it’s on something that could be a lasting investment, like a collectible sneaker or Hermès accessory.

Overall the idea of “ownership”—clothes, cars, art–is not what it used to be. Adding to the argument is the advent of clothing rental services, seminal amongst them Rent the Runway, which today announced a new drop-off partnership with Nordstrom. According to the company, its most active subscribers wear rented clothes more than 120 days (over 30%) of the year.

[likesandlaunch]

You read Marie Kondo, now what to wear?

Congratulations, you’ve now unlocked the “Life Changing Habits of Tidying Up” according to Marie Kondo. You’ve folded sweaters nicely and created a huge pile of things that when held, do not spark joy. Your life is more zen and your items are thanked everyday, but you’re still trying to figure out what to wear. Owning a variety of clothes is the NYC way, but so is tiny closet space. 

Fear not, I too have read the book and found great ways to extend a smaller wardrobe and sell the items that will be left behind. Here are the services that can help you do the same: 

Rent instead of own: 

Rent the Runway - Rent the Runway unlimited is like a magic closet of 1,000s of designer pieces. For less than the cost of a designer dress, you get access to 4 items at a time for a whole month. If you live in NYC, you can even pick things out in person so you don’t have to wait for the UPS truck. I love the service, especially in the summer when there are so many great dresses. I switch the service on and off for periods of time, depending on my mood for trying out new styles, or saving money to invest in pieces to own. [Get $30 off your first order]

Le Tote - I tried the service years ago but didn’t find the quality as high as Rent the Runway, even though it’s at a similar price point. I dress more casual in the workplace so a lot of the business casual items were not part of my totes. Women looking for maternity wear may be in luck, as friends rave about the service as a way to extend a wardrobe during pregnancy and maternity without buying all new clothes. 

Give clothes a second life: 

Poshmark - My sister inspired me to check out Poshmark as a way to sell good condition clothes to a huge community of fellow fashion seekers. It doesn’t hurt that she made hundreds of dollars just getting rid of things she didn’t wear anymore. I’ve now used the site to sell my own clothes and find the extra work of snapping good photos can really pay off. I’ve been using the proceeds of sales to invest in higher quality staple pieces. Great for shopping or selling. [Use my link for $5 credit after your first purchase.] 

ThredUp - ThredUp is the lower effort, lower reward Poshmark. You can sell your clothes simply by putting them in a bag and sending them off. The ThredUp team will review your items and offer you around 20% of the profits, which means a blouse sold for $56, netted me $11 in consignment dollars. Not bad! But most items they’ve accepted sold for $10-20, resulting in $1-2 per piece. Not a place to make the big bucks, but an easy way to get items out of your closet and into a good home. [Use this link for $10 credit after your first order.]

Shop second hand items, price goes to charity:  

Goodwill & Salvation Army - These shops are not all created equal. Many have a slight smell or a whole wall of shirts in ever color of the rainbow, but somehow none in your size. It’s a treasure hunt for shoppers which is my favorite part. From old items to perfect designer labels, most things get priced by the type of item, not it’s value. If you’re open to digging, and don’t mind if they sometimes don’t have dressing rooms, then this is a great place to find one of a kind items that you’ll keep for years to come. Or if you aren’t into the hunt, you can always drop off your donations to support two great nonprofit causes. 

Housing Works Thrift Shop - If you’re in NYC, the housing works thrift shops are a must for higher end clothing and used furniture. The stores are highly curated and have an active set of buyers which means inventory changes daily. All of the proceeds benefit AIDs research and individuals living with AIDS. 

Live lighter, go greener, and look fabulous 

Pick one or all of the choices above, and you’re already smashing your 2019 goals: Clearing your closets Give back to charities Going green by reducing fabric waste Happy 2019 to you! 

It’s 2019, and you still haven’t read Marie Kondo’s “Life Changing Habits of Tidying Up” book? Use your library card and the Overdrive app to check out a free ebook or audiobook copy. You’ll already have a jumpstart on your clutter free mission! 

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How To Clean Out Your Closet: What To Ditch And What To Keep

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How To Clean Out Your Closet: What To Ditch And What To Keep

Cleaning out your closet can seem like a daunting task. Getting rid of your clothes, even if you haven’t worn them in years (and years, and years) isn’t easy. If crop tops, chokers and full-on tracksuits can become trendy again, so can that bandage dress you bought in 2005, right? 

But sometimes you just need to let things go, and there’s nothing like a good closet purge to give you and your style a fresh start for the year ahead. 

Not sure where to start? We got some tips from Rent The Runway’s style director, Blaire Rabenhorst.

Keep The Basics

The things you want to keep in your closet are staples and basics, or “the everyday pieces you can incorporate with those trendy items that happen throughout each season,” Rabenhorst told HuffPost. 

When you’re looking at your closet and debating what to get rid of, Rabenhorst suggested taking a good look at what you’re working with to determine which pieces are “seasonless.” For instance, denim, collared button ups, plain sweaters, T-shirts, leggings and tank tops are all items that won’t really go out of style, Rabenhorst suggested.

Other items that are great to keep are layering pieces like thinner turtlenecks or long sleeve T-shirts that are can be worn under dresses or tank tops. Layering can add interest and texture to any outfit. 

A classic leather (or faux leather) jacket and at least one warm coat (if you live in an area that gets cold weather) are two other closet staples to keep. 

When it comes to shoes, they can have a pretty long shelf life, and much like items of clothing, can be defined as either classic or trendy. For example, a great pair of black pumps is a must-have, but those satin peep-toes with a 2-inch platform are probably safe to toss. Beyond that, shoes have the ability to transform even the simplest of outfits, so it’s easier to justify keeping them, in our humble opinion. (Unless, of course, they’re damaged beyond repair. Then you should toss them.) 

What To Ditch

Once you’ve decided on the things worth keeping, it’s time to start purging. 

“Things you purge, for me, are those crazy pieces I’ve only worn three times in my lifetime, and have been sitting in the back of my closet taking up space,” Rabenhorst said, admitting, “I’m definitely guilty of looking at those items and thinking, ‘Oh, that was a great memory, but I haven’t worn it in 5 years.’ I just need to bite the bullet and get rid of the pieces that have gone out of style, or [that I] haven’t worn in many years, and are just taking up space.” 

Rabenhorst also shared her personal rule for when it comes to cleaning out her closet: “If I haven’t worn it in a year, I need to get rid of it.” 

Other pieces you can ditch are things you have duplicates of (except the jeans, because like we said, you can never have too many pairs). For example, if you’ve got five white button-downs in your closet, why not try getting rid of (at least) one or two? Trust us, you won’t miss them. 

You also shouldn’t keep items that you hope will eventually be back in style. Some trends (ahem, bandage dresses) just need to die. Additionally, as Rent the Runway suggests, if there’s a piece in your closet you’ve worn to every big event for the past few years ― weddings, cocktail parties, work parties ― it might be time to replace it with something else. Treat yo self! 

Finally, if you’re holding on to clothes that don’t make you feel great when you wear them, it’s probably a good idea to let go of them ― that includes your workout gear. Wearing clothes that actually make you feel strong and confident can make a big difference when you’re heading to the gym. You should feel confident in your clothes! 

What To Do Next

Once you’ve determined which pieces to keep and which to ditch, there are a few things you can do with your “ditch” pile. 

First, you can donate your items to charitable organizations like Goodwill or The Salvation Army, as they’re always happy to accept gently used clothing. If some of the pieces you’re getting rid of are too worn out or damaged to donate, they can still be recycled and perhaps turned into new textiles or be used for insulation. 

You can also try setting up clothing swaps with your friends. If you’re looking to add some new pieces to your wardrobe after clearing some extra space, swaps are also a great way to find some gems.

Another thing you can do is sign up for a clothing rental service like Rent The Runway. This month, the company partnered with Give Back Box and is providing subscribers with prepaid shipping labels to donate clothing to charity. 

Lastly, there’s always the option to consign your clothes, especially if you’re getting rid of any designer items in good condition that you don’t just want to give away. 

Now that you’re equipped with the tips, go forth and clean that closet.