Xscape - beaded mermaid dress:  $9 (RSP:  $149.99 - $200 - $400!)

Lacoste sport tank:  $3 (RSP:  $39.99 - $85)

Seven7 ostrich print sneakers:  $2 (RSP:  $29.99 - $49)

Paprika - Oriental print slip on shoes:  $3 (RSP:  $29.99+)

Under 1 sky - Colour changing umbrella:  $3 (RSP:  $14.99 - $25)

Bebop - Pink romper:  $3 (RSP:  $24.99 - $48)
Poof - Bodycon dress:  $3 (RSP:  $39.99 - $65)
One clothing - Bodycon dress:  $2 (RSP:  $19.99 - $32)
Razzle dazzle - Blue tank dress:  $3 (RSP:  $16.99 - $25)

All @ Winners

I wasn't sure what to expect, but luckily this location had some decent stuff left.  I'm so in love with that mermaid dress!  It's beautifully made and a total steal.

This dress by the same brand seems pretty similar, except the beading is different:

Upon further searching, I managed to find the exact same dress I bought!

Kismet - Thompson tunic:  $4.99 (RSP:  $45)
Kismet - Jana dress:  $2.49 (RSP:  $39.90)
Guilty - Printed lampshade dress:  $1.49 (RSP:  $49.90)
Kismet - Pippa dress:  $1.49 (RSP:  $59.90)

Kismet - Stanford dress:  $1.79 (RSP:  $59.90)
Kismet - Jenny ruched print shirt:  $2.49 (RSP:  $19.90)
Kismet - Malibu top:  $2.49 (RSP:  $39.90)

Kismet - Gladys top:  $4.99 (RSP:  $55)

Temperance - Chicago top:  $4.99 (RSP:  $89)

All @ Bootlegger

I half expected the majority of these to be canceled!  But they weren't, and I'm super glad.  Can't believe the amazing deal I got on those dresses!

Ornate beaded tops in pink and black:  $8.99 each @ Forever 21 (RSP:  $41.90 each)

A bit more than I wanted to pay, but intricate beading for under $10 always feels like a steal!  They had free shipping too, so why not.

Embellished sheer tank:  $6.99 (RSP:  $35.90)



Kiss & Makeup pouch:  $2.99 (RSP:  $7.90)

Both @ Forever 21.

Love when they have free shipping!  I've been eyeing that top for a long time, so I had to get it even though it wasn't as cheap as I'd like.  It was $16.99 the last time I checked, so this seemed reasonable enough.

The pouch was an afterthought.  I just thought it was neat and cute.  $3 is about my max for a makeup pouch, so it made the cut.

Beaded top:  $2.50 @ Sirens (RSP:  $39.99)

This was such a steal!  I saw it on sale for $7.50, and the coupon made it that cheap.  Considering the high retail price, I didn't think it would be that low.

This early too!  It's still about a month away from Christmas/New Year's, I didn't expect to see sales on their holiday stuff until next year...not that I'm complaining.

It's probably the best quality garment I've ever seen sold at that store.  Beadwork that intricate takes a long time!



I was thinking about getting this skirt at the same time, but that would have made each item $5. That'd be worth it, but since I'm cheap I decided to try my luck.  Besides, that one was missing a ton of sequins.   Maybe if I find it again..

Sleek Python Slouch Bag (RSP:  $44.90)

Sheer Beaded Sleeve Blouse (RSP:  $59.90)

Twisted Yarn Pullover (RSP:  $49.90)

City Chic Stripe Blouse (RSP:  $49.90)

$17.17 for all @ Ricki's

They had such an amazing deal this time around!  Everything was 50 - 70% off the last ticketed price.  I'm glad I found out about the sale on time.

Full length beaded dress:  $10 @ Value Village

It was half off day.  Surprisingly, this was the only decent thing I found!  I hardly see beaded dresses in the first place, and when I do, they mainly have HUGE shoulders and boxy silhouettes.

Not this one!  It's actually completely form fitting.  I love the gold flowers!

Even the black parts are beaded....dresses like these take forever to make!  Designer ones are $2,000+, but nobody seems to want these dresses much anymore.

You can get the vintage ones for so cheap online!  Around $10-$20 plus shipping.  I've seen some really gorgeous ones, but I'll wait until I find them in person.  

Besides..they look so fancy, I can't really think of a time where I'd wear one!  I don't think I've ever seen anyone wear a dress like this in person...just celebrities going to movie premieres. 

Yellow beaded necklace:  $2.15 (Highest:  $6.06)

White gem chain necklace:  $2.06 (BIN:  $6.29)

Turquoise gem necklace:  $2.04 (Highest:  $6.01)

J.Crew crystal floral statement necklace dupe:  $3 (BIN:  $7.99)(Original:  $230)

White crystal necklace:  $1.65 (Highest:  $4.25)

Pink floral bodycon dress:  $2.50 (BIN:  $10.99)

Stella and dot dupe necklace:  $1.80 (BIN:  $6.99)

Grey gem chain necklace:  $2.06 (BIN:  $6.29)

J.Crew factory stone and crystal statement necklace inspired necklace:  $1.75 (BIN:  $8.09)(Original:  $79.50)

Neon gem necklace:  $1.25 (BIN:  $5.99)

Clear gem necklace:  $2.25 (Highest:  $4.25)

Clear gem necklace:  $1.72 (BIN:  $5.99)

Fuchsia gem necklace:  $1.75 (BIN:  $5.69)

J.Crew crystal composition necklace dupe:  $4.06 (BIN:  $8.59)

J.Crew crystal brooch necklace dupe:  $2.25 (BIN:  $11.20)(Original:  $190)

Pink gem necklace:  $3.66 (Highest:  $10.50)

Turquoise J.Crew crystal encrusted collar necklace dupe:  $2.25 (Highest:  $7.77)(Original:  $194)

All off eBay.

I try not to buy dresses online, but this one worked out.  It was actually big enough, plus the quality was high enough to be in stores around here.  I wouldn't mind getting a few more, especially at that price!

Pearl necklace:  $1.25 (Highest:  $4.26)

Black flower necklace:  $1.54 (Highest:  $5)

Blue flower necklace:  $2.13 (Highest:  $5)

Multicolour gem necklace:  $1.54

Blue gem necklace:  $2.47 (Highest:  $5.73)

Red bead necklace:  $1.06 

Cream gem collar:  $1.29 (Highest:  $4.20)

Brown gem collar:  $.99 (Highest:  $4.20)

Orange bead necklace:  $.99

Green gem necklace:  $1.29

Green gem collar:  $1.55

Blue/green striped chiffon dress:  $4.80 (BIN:  $11.99)

Bow tights:  $2.45

Pastel gem necklace:  $2.26 (Highest:  $4.25)

Blue gem necklace:  $4.25 (Highest:  $11.50)

Black collar necklace:  $.99

Clear gem necklace:  $1.29

Yellow H&M necklace:  $1.56 (BIN:  $5.27+)

All off eBay.

Most of them were from the same seller, and ridiculously cheap!  Most of them don't end that low, so it was rare to have so many at the same time.

I just wish I didn't pay $4.25 for the blue necklace - it's so dinky and unimpressive in person!  I thought it would have been huge.  It totally wasn't worth what I paid, but at least I didn't pay $11 like someone else!

Juicy Couture Brilliant blooms gemstone drama necklace dupe:   free replacement (BIN:  $5.72)(Original:  $155)

J.Crew factory dupe necklace:  free replacement (BIN:  $5.65)

Anna & Ava Crystal Y necklace dupe:  $3.06 (Highest:  $4.53)(RSP:  $70 (original)

Pink/blue/yellow floral gem necklace:  $1.96 (BIN:  $4.29)

Red unicorn shaped clutch:  $4.25 (BIN:  $13.99+)

Pearl/crystal necklace:  $.99

Scorpion ring:  $.99 (Highest:  $3.25)

Globe poison ring:  $1.35

Green leaf ring:  $1.06 (Highest:  $6.50)

Black leopard ring:  $.99

Flower heart ring:  $1.04

Flower/pearl/leaf ring:  $.99
Red gem necklace:  $1 (BIN:  $4.99)

Green gem necklace:  $1.66 (BIN:  $6.49)

Translucent coffee/cream flower necklace:  $2.10 (BIN:  $12.99)

Multicolour gem necklace:  $1.75 (BIN:  $5.22)

Yellow gem pendant:  $.99 (BIN:  $3.32)

Yellow/pink gem pendant:  $.99 (BIN:  $3.32)

ASOS premium bug earrings:  $.10 

Pink gem pedant:  $.99 (BIN:  $3.32)

Beaded white tassel necklace:  $1.29 (Highest:  $1.70)

Pastel J.Crew dupe necklace:  $2.25 (BIN:  $6.67)

White floral gem necklace:  $2.25 (BIN:  $6.33)

Black floral gem necklace:  $1.75 / $2 (BIN:  $6.33)

Green floral gem necklace:  $2.06 (BIN:  $4.99)

Blue gem necklace:  $1.06 (BIN:  $3.30)

Blue collar necklace:  $1.30 (Highest:  $1.79)

Blue gem collar necklace:  $2 (BIN:  $5.24)

All off eBay.

Didn't expect too huge mail days in a row!  A lot of great stuff in here, but I just wish I didn't pay so much for some of them.  Like the crystal floral necklaces..I've seen them go for half that since!

The unicorn purses have gone as low as $2.75 as well...crazy!

Black filigree bib necklace:  $1.66 (BIN:  $7.99)

Seashell necklace:  $2.25 (BIN:  $5+)

White bead chain necklace:  $1.54 (Highest:  $2.20)

Multicolour circle necklace:  $1.29 (BIN:  $5.99)

Leopard ring:  $.99

Turquoise ring:  $1.20 

Unicorn pin:  $.44

Flower ring:  $.31 (BIN:  $2.99)

All off eBay.

The turquoise ring was the only buy it now.  I just really like it!  I saw it on some website for $10, but I knew I could get it on ebay for way less.

Funnily enough, I had seen it around before, but was never interested in it.  The pictures on the website were so flattering, it changed my mind!

ZenB by Zenobia Bawa - NWT Olive green silk halter dress:  $4 (RSP:  $225+)

La Regale - Vintage glass beaded purse:  $2.50

Seduction - Ruffled floral dress:  $3

Beaded sleeveless top:  $3

Forever 21 -  Ruffled floral tank:  $3

All @ Value Village

I almost didn't come here today.  But I did, since I remembered that I almost always find great stuff when I make an effort to go!  This one's a bit farther away than the other ones I go to though, which is why I was hesitant.

 

 The black top doesn't look like much, but it has a beautiful beaded design on it:

It's really great quality.  It even zips up from the bottom!  I wonder who the maker was.

Close up of the beaded purse:

Like I said, I'm all about the beads lately!  Beaded purses are pretty common second hand, but none of them have ever caught my eye until now.

I just liked the colours on this one...and the design.  Plus, the fact that the beads are made of glass..it just feels exquisite to touch.  

Also, the chord is made of metal.  Most of the ones I've seen just use nylon.  I don't want any of the cheap quality ones, but I wouldn't mind more like this one!

The floral things are cheap mall quality, but I just really liked them.  $3 seemed like an alright price for them.

Ursula of Switzerland - Beaded shoulder pink chiffon dress:  $5 @ Value Village (RSP:  ~$300)

I've never really cared that much for beading before, but lately I've had a change of heart.  Which is probably why I've been finding so many beautiful pieces!

I think I might shorten this to modernize it.  I already have a really similar pink chiffon dress, except that other one isn't beaded.

The company is actually still around.  Good for them!  I think my dress might be from the 70's or 80's.

Alyce Designs - Beaded silk bustier top:  $4 @ Value Village (RSP:  ~$400+)

This is the biggest one near me, so I was surprised I walked away with just this!  I almost went away completely empty handed, but I went to this section on a whim.

At first I was just attracted to the pretty beaded details.  The fact that it turned out to be silk was an added bonus!

I've seen their beaded top/skirt sets go for $800+, so I'm assuming this would be worth half that.  In any case, it's beautiful quality and I'm happy to have it.

Lalaloopsy - Prairie dusty trails doll:  $1.99 (RSP:  $29.99)
Laurence Kazar New York - Beaded silk dress:  $4.50

Both @ Salvation Army

I almost didn't go, especially since I was running out of time.  I'm glad I went though, they were having a half off sale!

This location is small, so I didn't expect to find anything.  At least it doesn't take very long to look through their wares.

I found the Lalaloopsy doll first.  I couldn't believe how cheap she was, especially since she was complete (sans her pet) and she looked brand new! 

I would have liked her adorable cactus, but I wouldn't have paid $28 more for it!

The lowest price I've seen previously was $4 for a nude and very used one, but that wasn't appealing at all.

I've also seen the ones wearing outfits priced at $10, which is way too much.  I could get them new for that price!  I'd have to wait for a clearance sale, but still...

I didn't expect to buy the dress, but it was in beautiful condition, which is hard for beaded items.  It has this interesting pattern:

I wish I had time to go to more!

Cachet - Vintage blue cord dress:  $6.50

Pierre Labiche - Vintage white cord dress:  $5

Beaded/sequined lace dress:  $3.50

Royal Rossi - Cashemere scarf:  $2.50 (RSP:  ~$50)

Pink quilted long handle purse:  $3

All @ Value Village

I'm glad I went to this one first!  I normally go there second...I wonder if that's a mistake.  This one's way bigger than the other one, but I only went there first because it's really hard to find parking later on.

The dresses are all old school and fabulous!  I thought the white one would be too small for sure, but  I tried it on, and it was workable!

I wonder if the same person owned those two dresses.  You don't really see that style anymore! I really like the fabric.

I wish I knew who made the third dress.  The lining feels like it could be silk!  It's beaded and sequined everywhere, so I'm sure it was pretty pricy new.  I was so surprised they had it marked that low!

The scarf was an impulse buy.  Cheap cashmere...why not?  They had two other ones, but I left them behind because the patterns/colours were ugly.

I was unsure about the purse, but I bought it because I like the long handle.  Plus, I do have the exact same one in white, which I also bought at Value Village!

Studios W by Sue Wong - Beaded strapless chiffon dress:  $12 (RSP:  $129.99 - $240)

Monteau - Floor length high neck dress:  $8 (RSP:  $19.99 - $40+)

Moments by Linga Dore - Floral satin bustier:  $2 (RSP:  $19.99+)
Elizabeth Arden - Provocative Woman 50 ml EDP:  $16.99 (RSP:  $42.50)

Element Denim jeans:  $2 (RSP:  $19.99 - $65)

Parasuco jeans - Suzy:  $5 (RSP:  $34.99 - $110)
Ozmo - Pale salmon pink jeans:  $5 (RSP:  $29.99 - $50)

All @ Winners

The better parts of this haul!  My favourites are the dresses...they weren't exactly clearance pricing, but I liked them enough to buy them still.  The beaded dress was totally worth it, but the other one wasn't...it seems like a fair price to pay, considering it's just cotton jersey.

I totally need a dress like that - casual for every day wear, but still nice enough to look good.  I haven't found any at a price I wanted to pay, so this one was ok with me.

This one has a lot of nice design elements - I love the collar and the hem.  It's a bit asymmetrical and it has a nice flow to it, it isn't just a straight up and down dress.

I'm not sure about the perfume...I saw it at another winners and thought about it.  When I got home I read about the notes, and it sounded like something I'd like.

It had so many good reviews!  This one had the 30 ml and the 50 ml...I ended up getting the bigger one since it worked out to be a better deal.  I just hope I like it!

I'm kicking myself for passing up another perfume - tattoo by Michel Germain.  It was only $12.99, but I thought the bottle was so ugly, and I couldn't really smell it.

The reviews online ended up being great, and it's actually supposed to smell really similar to another perfume I want.  I totally wish I bought it now...that price was for 100 ml! 

Silver studded collar -   $1 (RSP:  $14.99 + )
Angel Pullip (!) -   $5.99 (RSP:  $20)
Bluheaven -  Beaded tank:  $2 (RSP:  49.99 - $108)
Louben petites - black pinstripe pants:  $2 (RSP:  $29.99 - $50+)
Chapter one - Brown houndstooth pants:  $2 (RSP:  $19.99 - $44)

Tania D - Silver tinseled leopard print dress:  $2 (RSP:  $24.99 - $42)
Minkpink - Fatal attraction dress:  $7 (RSP:  $49.99 - $100)
One clothing - Blue dress with black splatter designs:  $2 (RSP:  $24.99 - $50)

All @ Winners.

This one barely had anything, but I'm glad I came.

I was really surprised to see an angel pullip here!  I really wish I could have found a big one, but I couldn't leave this behind.

It was regular price, but it seemed reasonable enough.  They retailed for around $20, then you had to factor in shipping!

I'll be this location had the big dolls too...I really wish I came sooner, but I was too lazy.

I really like the $7 dress.  The cut outs are so neat!  I might have to return it though, it looks really small.

Here it is on a model (different colour):

Hmm, don't like it as much there.  I'll have to see how it looks on me!

Seductions - Purple top w/beaded halter collar:  $5 (RSP:  $16) @ Sirens (SC)

This top is gorgeous!  I was undecided when I saw it, but was amazed by how gorgeous it was on.  

Even though people always harp on the quality, I always love the designs at Sirens!  Nothing has fallen apart on me yet..

I'm kind of proud of myself for leaving behind a purple bustier.  I always bought every cheap one I could find, and I was tempted to this time as well.  I really loved the design, and this one even had boning...but it was a kind or purple that I found really ugly.