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Fashion over 50: Goodwill Dresses

July 29, 2015 By Rhoda 94 Comments

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A few weeks ago, I hit a couple of Goodwill stores and found some cute summer dresses.  I haven’t had the occasion to wear them yet, but you can bet I will soon.  I’m heading to the beach in September, so some of these will probably go with me.  They are cool and casual for beating summer heat and 2 of them are my favorite blue color, which is a nice bonus.

Y’all, it’s hot around here!  I mean it’s sultry, can’t cool off without being in the pool, kind of summer hot right now and we’ve got one more brutal month to go.  By this time of summer, I’m about over the heat and dreaming of Fall, although this year, I’ve made the most of it and have spent a fair amount of time in the pool or lake, floating on my float.

If you can’t beat it, join it!

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And on that note, I’ve been embracing my curls again for summer.  I had a keratin treatment at my salon early June and that helps with the frizz, but my coarse and thick hair still has a tendency to frizz.  But, I’m using anti-frizz cream and letting the natural wave and curl take over the next month or so.  I do enjoy having the option to have curls or to straighten it.  Before the flat iron, I could never have straight hair, so that is a novelty to me.  I do enjoy it both ways.  I’ll do another post on hair and makeup products if you all are interested in that. I can share what works for me with the type hair I have.  I definitely have to work with some anti-frizz products to try to keep the frizz down and some days are better than others.

By the way, I do use a 30 spf when I’m out in the sun and I try not to bake for too long, but I have enjoyed getting a tan this year. I know it’s not best for the skin and my skin really doesn’t take the sun that well (I have skin just like my dad’s), but I am protecting it with sunscreen and not burning.  I do protect my face all the time.

So, before I share these summer dresses which show more skin than normal dresses, let me just say (before someone else chimes in and tells me the obvious) that I know how old I am.  I know that my skin and legs don’t look like I’m 30 anymore, but I enjoy summer clothes and staying cool requires dressing a little more bare during this time of year, so a halter dress and sleeveless dresses are fun for me.  I work hard at staying in shape and I feel good in these dresses. I’m not saying that everyone should dress like this, you should definitely dress how YOU feel comfortable.  Everyone might not think I look good in these and that’s fine too, it’s how I feel that I go by when trying on clothes.

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So, today I’m sharing 3 dresses I found at the Goodwill this summer.  This black and white checked dress was found at the Sandy Springs Goodwill for $6 and change.  It fits me like a glove and I think I’ll wear it with these flat white flip-flops for a casual look.

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It has embroidered flowers at the top and is really cute.  It has no tags inside indicating maker or size, so I have no idea where it came from.  It’s also lined very nicely.

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These new bracelets are from my friend at Wrist Soiree, so check her out when you get a chance. She has some great inexpensive jewelry options in gold tones.  I love the neutral stone one with the tassel too.

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This next dress was also from Goodwill and is a Target Merona brand.  I got these next 2 dresses on Senior day at Goodwill (over 55, woohoo!) so it was around $5, a real steal don’t you think?!

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It’s a lightweight turquoise cotton dress lined in navy with navy piping.  I’ll wear it with casual metallic sandals also from Target.

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Easy and breezy for a casual summer look and hey, I match my patio!

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The last dress I found at Goodwill was also a great deal.  It’s a new (with the tags still on) Ann Taylor halter dress.  The tags were marked $69 on sale, so at $5, I got a real deal on this one too. You never know what you’ll find at Goodwill, so digging sometimes is definitely worth it.

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It fits nicely and I’ll more than likely wear flats with this dress too. I just wanted to show you these cute Nine West turquoise suede shoes I got recently.  Yes, I know they don’t match this dress exactly in color, but they are really fun.  With all the turquoise in my closet, I had to have these and they will be fun to wear with pants and jeans and maybe a dress.  I can see these with my long maxi dress I just got.

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I’ll probably stick to my white flip flops with this dress just to keep it casual and cool.

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This will be a fun beach dress or a casual summer outing dress.

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Here’s a closeup of those Nine West shoes (affiliate link).  You can find them online if you’re interested.  I love that they are only 2 1/2″ tall, so comfortable to wear. I can’t wear the high ones!  These also come in a pretty red suede and khaki color too, so I can see these being very versatile.

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Here is the mother of pearl jewelry I had on in one of the shots.  Love these for versatility too during the summer months.

Joining The Pleated Poppy’s What I Wore.

I love a good strapless bra and this Warner’s  (affiliate link) is a good one.  It stays in place so much more than some cheaper ones I’ve had. 

Here are a few dresses and shoes from Nordstrom that I love.  Maxi dresses are really fun for summer, very cool and comfortable.  This is the last week of the big online Nordstrom sale and they have some nice fashions and shoes.  

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  1. MaryAnn says

    July 30, 2015 at 6:29 pm

    This 40-something lady thinks you look fabulous in every one of those dresses (and so does my husband!). Please promise me that if you get a single negative comment, you will holler, “KISS MY GRITS!” and forget about it. You are a dish! xo

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    • Rhoda says

      July 30, 2015 at 10:52 pm

      MaryAnn, I laughed out loud! Thank you.

  2. Leslie says

    July 30, 2015 at 6:47 pm

    You’re adorable and have excellent taste. I am an always-Goodwill shopper, too.
    Take me shopping with you! I need help!

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  3. Pam says

    July 31, 2015 at 8:59 am

    Please do a post on hair products and make-up. You always look fantastic!

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  4. Bente says

    July 31, 2015 at 2:33 pm

    Fantastic finds – I especially love the colourful one, it’s so cheerful!

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  5. Robin N. says

    July 31, 2015 at 11:19 pm

    Rhoda, you look fantabulous! Darling dresses on a darling figure. I love your fashion posts!

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  6. Kathy says

    August 2, 2015 at 10:45 am

    You know the saying….You’re only as old as you feel, well my dear you look GREAT! I stopped worrying about what other people think a long time ago. You have the figure for the clothes you wear and the pretty face to match. Enjoy your life with your loving family, your beautiful home and your pretty summer outfits.

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  7. Eleanor says

    August 2, 2015 at 1:37 pm

    Rhoda, you are rockin’ these dresses and I LOVE your naturally wavy hair!!

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  8. Julia says

    August 4, 2015 at 2:09 pm

    You look great and those dresses look good on you. I especially like the black and white check one. Thanks for showing us that we can look good and at a great price!

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    • Kay B says

      August 14, 2019 at 1:01 pm

      Wow! Wow! Wow! Rhoda, You look great in all 3 dresses! What great funds from Goodwill! Never found anything, that good!

  9. Patricia Wilson says

    August 4, 2015 at 11:07 pm

    Rhoda, I totally agree with Tara Dillard’s comment…”no more disclaimers. You do, indeed, look good for any age…and you, my dear, dress appropriately for the age you are “in this day and age.”

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  10. Patricia Wilson says

    August 4, 2015 at 11:09 pm

    P.S. Rhoda, I forgot to mention that I luv, luv, luv the wave in your hair. It’s so playful and might I say, “sexy?”

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  11. [email protected] says

    August 15, 2015 at 4:46 pm

    Rhoda:
    You look absolutely lovely in all of the dresses and I admire your style very much! I love to find bargains at the shop you mentioned as well! Enjoy your blog so much!

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  12. Stacie J Kreitman says

    May 27, 2020 at 9:23 pm

    You have great style and so easily rock these dresses. I also love that you are practical. There is NOTHING attractive about wearing layers you sweat through to “cover up”. Love your color choices and body positivity!

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  13. Martha Evans says

    June 19, 2020 at 7:17 am

    Beautiful

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  14. Naomi Grose says

    January 26, 2021 at 2:57 am

    Rhoda, you can wear a sack and look great! Be thankful for your height..that always helps! I am a little over 5 ft., so it is sometimes challenging to find outfits that are cute, appropriate and flattering for my height. Not getting out much lately, with the covid..so wearing PJ’s or comfy equivalent. Have ordered some cute things online(love nice things, but also wait for sales.) I have also found some beauties at Goodwills and second hand shops. You look beautiful and have great taste. And like you, I like to incorporate fun looks..life is too short trying to look perfect! We should all dress for ourselves and no one else! I just found these posts about your fashion..thank you for including this and giving us the links to check them out. Thoroughly enjoying and getting some great tips on all your posts! BTW, also love your Mom and Dad ❤

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  15. Marian says

    May 18, 2022 at 3:11 pm

    You look fabulous Dauling! Don’t listen to nay sayers. They are just jealous. You look so cute and summery. You are an inspiration to all of us.

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