Be inspired!

HAND ME DOWNS. A thing of the past you're thinking? Hand me downs always invoke that feeling of being a little kid and getting some shirt that your sister, cousin or neighbor may have worn, something that's not new but new to you that still has some life left in it.

As I have been rummaging around in second hand stores lately, I can't help but think of the life that these great pieces of clothes had before I found them. Recently, I purchased a black sequined top ( $3) and a purple velvet blazer ($5) both very trendy items for the fall. I love wearing them, feeling like they are the perfect update to my Fall wardrobe that didn't cost that much and have a hidden story to them. Who knew worn clothing could be so fun?!

Also, I recently acquired a pair of workout pants from my coworker that were too short for her. This year my coworker has lost about 20 lbs and is very dedicated to working out. I got these pants when I was in a workout "drought" of my own and ever since then I am very inspired to work out and hope for similar results from these pants.

So be inspired and excited about "hand me downs"; they have a great story to them and are worth it in inspiration alone.