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Building a wardrobe from thrift store finds can work for men or women. If you can start with simple basics, you will quickly be able to make exponential expansions to your wardrobe. If you would like to build crafting skills, thrift shop finds can be easily rehabbed into new pieces.

Choose a Base Bottom Color

A base bottom color is a great start. Black pants, skirts, shorts and capris can be mixed and matched with any top that goes well with another black base. You can also start making some changes to the pieces you find. If you locate a great pair of black pants but need capris, you can get out your sewing tools and make a quick change to the length.

Layer Up

Dress up a pair of jeans with a fun blazer or vest. Add a scarf or a bandana as a belt to add some elegance or country style. If you like to pair up a tee with a cardigan, you can find many fun vintage sweaters at your local thrift store. While you’re going through the sweaters, keep an eye out for light-colored objects. As these are more likely to stain, white and cream-colored shirts, sweaters and vests are pretty precious, so grab them when you see them.

Check out Scarves, Ties, and Shawls

Down the center aisle of many thrift stores, you’ll find hanging racks of bags, ties, scarves, and backpacks. Carefully check out these racks for items you can repurpose. Turn a simple square silky scarf into a necklace or neck accent piece by rolling it up on the diagonal and tying a knot in the center. A larger scarf can be turned into a vest with a couple of knots. Keep an eye out for clutches, wallets and small purses; a pretty gold chain can turn a cute clutch into an elegant purse.

Go Ahead and Experiment

Thrift store shopping can give you a bit more budget flexibility. If you tend to stick with one color palette, your local Goodwill can help you find garments that allow you to branch out. If you generally wear black on the bottom, look for navy, khaki, grey or brown. If they don’t work, you can resell or donate them to another good cause.

Your local thrift store is loaded with simple items to build a base wardrobe as well as creative finds to upcycle into new garments. Take the time to shop these rack thoroughly.

Rachelle Wilber is a freelance writer living in the San Diego, California area. She graduated from San Diego State University with her Bachelor's Degree in Journalism and Media Studies. She tries to find an interest in all topics and themes, which prompts her writing. When she isn't on her porch writing in the sun, you can find her shopping, at the beach, or at the gym. Follow her on Twitter and Facebook: @RachelleWilber; <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100009221637700">https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100009221637700</a>

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