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Thrift Haul: Completing My Fall/Winter Outfit Formulas | Thrifting Missing Pieces for Winter Outfits

November 13, 2025 at 3:20 PM

Sarah

@sarahmears.bsky.social

Welcome to my Outfit Completer Thrift Haul! I've been obsessing over some viral Fall and Winter outfit formulas and finally went thrifting to find the missing pieces.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=F4FE...
#ThriftHaul #OutfitFormulas #FallStyle #WinterFashion #ThriftedFinds #Layering #BostonBirkenstocks

Thrifting My Ofrenda: Honoring My Grandparents for Día de los Muertos | Thrifted & Thoughtful Altar

November 6, 2025 at 3:07 PM

Sarah

@sarahmears.bsky.social

This week, I'm setting aside the typical Halloween decor to create something deeply meaningful: an Ofrenda for Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead).
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www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ZnW...
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#DíaDeLosMuertos #Ofrenda #DayOfTheDead #ThriftedDecor #ThriftedHome #HonoringLovedOnes #MemoryAltar #Thrifting

Confessions of a Thrifter: Things I Don't Need But Thrifted Anyway | Ultimate Impulse Thrift Haul

October 30, 2025 at 3:12 PM

Sarah

@sarahmears.bsky.social

Welcome to my most honest haul yet! This week, I'm showing you all the things I absolutely did not need but simply couldn't resist thrifting because they sparked joy.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=d6a9...
#ThriftHaul #ImpulseBuy #ThriftedFinds #GuiltyPleasure #SustainableFashion #ThriftedStyle #SecondHand

Thrifted My Holiday Dining Decor Haul | Thrifting Everything for the Perfect Dinner Party

October 23, 2025 at 2:24 PM

Sarah

@sarahmears.bsky.social

I found a haul of beautiful, mismatched items—from linen napkins and ceramic trays to a gorgeous knit runner—that all come together to create the perfect cozy, collected vibe for fall entertaining.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=bY5s...
#ThriftHaul #HomeDecor #Tablescape #ThriftedHome #DinnerParty

One Thrifted Button-Up, 8 Ways to Wear It | The Only Formulas You Need | Thrifted Wardrobe Essential

October 16, 2025 at 2:16 PM

Sarah

@sarahmears.bsky.social

I found the most perfect basic blue button-up at the thrift store, and this week, I'm showing you the eight simple styling formulas that work for any button-up shirt you own—whether it's plaid, denim, or silk!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lyeh...
#ThriftHaul #HowToStyle #ButtonUpShirt #thriftedstyle

Thrift Haul for My Dog’s Birthday | Thrifted Decor & Gifts | Celebrating Pablo's big day

October 9, 2025 at 2:32 PM

Sarah

@sarahmears.bsky.social

Join me in celebrating a very special birthday! My little long-haired chihuahua,Pablo, is turning one, and I decided to go on a thrifting adventure to find him the perfect birthday gifts and party decor.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=EMdE...

#ThriftHaul #PuppyBirthday #Chihuahua #ThriftedFinds #dogmom

Thrifted Self-Care Haul: Fall Beauty Finds | I Thrifted a Full Self-Care Routine for Fall | Glow-Up

October 2, 2025 at 2:20 PM

Sarah

@sarahmears.bsky.social

What's your favorite way to practice self-care in the fall?
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www.youtube.com/watch?v=gMGm...
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#ThriftHaul #ThriftedFinds #SelfCare #FallVibes #BeautyHaul #ThriftStoreFinds #FallSelfCare #SustainableBeauty #SecondHand #Thrifting #PamperYourself #CozySeason

Bring on Knit Season | Thrifted Sweaters, Tops & More | Fall Wardrobe Staples | Cozy Season Fashion

September 25, 2025 at 2:20 PM

Sarah

@sarahmears.bsky.social

Bring on knit season! I thrifted a bunch of cozy knitwear pieces to kick off fall — from sweaters and tops to a knit skirt and even a knit dress
www.youtube.com/watch?v=npDo...
#ThriftedKnits #FallThriftHaul #CozySeason #KnitwearVibes #ThriftStoreStyle #FallFashionFinds #SecondhandStyle

When You Have Nothing to Wear, Try This | Thrifted Accessories That Changed Everything | Full Haul

September 18, 2025 at 2:11 PM

Sarah

@sarahmears.bsky.social

Sometimes the difference between “nothing to wear” and the perfect outfit isn’t the clothes at all—it’s the accessories.
youtu.be/QTFMAHXQZmw?...
#thriftedaccessories #thrifthaul #sustainablefashion #outfitinspo #thriftwithme #thriftfinds #fallfashion2025 #outfitideas

Adding Color to My Neutral Closet | Thrift Haul Experiment | From Beige to Bold | Try-On Thrift Haul

September 11, 2025 at 2:21 PM

Sarah

@sarahmears.bsky.social

What happens when a neutral-loving girl wanders into a thrift store and ends up with a rainbow of colorful tops? Spoiler: things get interesting.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=oj98...
#ThriftHaul #ThriftStoreFinds #SecondhandStyle #AddingColor #ClosetExperiment #WardrobeRefresh #StylePlay

Stepping Into the BER Months | Fall Cozy Vibes Incoming | Thrifted Cozy & Cute | Autumn Thrift Finds

September 4, 2025 at 2:55 PM

Sarah

@sarahmears.bsky.social

Do you feel the BER month vibes yet?
September is right around the corner which means we’re stepping into the BER months. In today’s thrift haul, I found some cozy treasures that are perfect for embracing that soft September energy.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=tzVt...
#CozySeason #FallVibes #ThriftHaul

Thrifting Back to School Essentials | Backpack, Pens & Puppy Supplies | Thrift Haul 2025 | Thrifted

August 28, 2025 at 2:15 PM

Sarah

@sarahmears.bsky.social

Back to school… but at 45. Instead of homework, I’ve got thrifted pens, puzzles, and puppy supplies. Because let’s be real — we ALL still love new “school supplies,” no matter our age.
youtu.be/2KzWckZPekU?...
#BackToSchool #ThriftHaul #ThriftStoreFinds #ThriftQueen #ThriftLife

My Wardrobe is Now 90% Trousers | The Wide-Leg Trouser Obsession is REAL | Thrifted My Dream Items

August 21, 2025 at 2:24 PM

Sarah

@sarahmears.bsky.social

The wide-leg trouser obsession is real and I fully indulged during this thrift haul.
youtu.be/XF_RZU5JMa8?...

#WideLegPants #ThriftHaul #ThriftStoreFinds #ThriftedStyle #PantsWithPockets #VintageStyle #ThriftLife #StyleOver40 #MiddleAgedStyle #ChicAndThrifted #WideLegLinen

Give Me the Whole Set Please | Thrifting My Favorite Thing: Matching Stuff | Thrifted Sets | Haul

August 14, 2025 at 2:12 PM

Sarah

@sarahmears.bsky.social

This week’s haul includes some of the cutest thrifted sets: from cozy lounge looks to stylish knits.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=EY8m...

#ThriftHaul2025 #MatchingSets #CozyAndThrifted #SetsOnSets #ThriftedOutfits #SecondhandFashion #SummerFridays #MatchingOutfits #ThriftWithMe #CanadianThrifter

Blog | Life In General - Sarah Dian Mears

August 7, 2025 at 2:17 PM

Sarah

@sarahmears.bsky.social

Let’s talk about control — the exhausting kind. The “if I just plan harder, nothing bad will happen” kind. But what if your real power isn’t in the grip… it’s in the grace?
#realtalk #mentalhealthblog #letgoandlive #mindfulmoments #authenticliving #healingwithhumor
www.sarahdian.com/post/weather...

Life In General is a place where I share my experiences and ideas. A simple creative outlet, in hopes of inspiring others with my stories. I find fulfillment through writing and hope to provide practi...

sarahdian.com

August 6, 2025 at 9:16 AM

Sarah

@sarahmears.bsky.social

We were on a little summer road trip—me, my husband, and our sweet Chihuahua Pablo—when we stumbled across not one but two thrift stores just outside of town. And listen... you already know I had to pull over.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=WUun...
#RoadTripThrift #SummerThriftFinds #ThriftHaul2025

Unexpected Road Trip = Unexpected Thrift Finds | Family Thrift Adventure | Out of Town Thrift Haul

Black & White Thrift Haul | Accidental Aesthetic | Monochrome Magic | Chic Without Trying

July 31, 2025 at 2:02 PM

Sarah

@sarahmears.bsky.social

Sometimes the thrift store decides the theme for you. This week I kept reaching for black and white — and suddenly I had a whole haul of bold, crisp, effortless pieces.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=MhT9...

#BlackAndWhiteStyle #MonochromeVibes #ThriftHaul2025 #ClosetClassics #SimpleStyle #EffortlessStyle

Books & Beauty: Some of My Favorite Thrift Finds Ever | Bookstore Soul & Secondhand Self-Care

July 24, 2025 at 2:25 PM

Sarah

@sarahmears.bsky.social

Books were my gateway drug to thrifting — and all these years later, they still make my heart skip.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=nu9f...

#CozyAesthetic #ThriftWithMe #SustainableStyle #SlowLivingInspo #BookLoversUnite #ReadingCornerFinds #BeautyAndTheBooks

Thrifted Looks for Life’s Celebrations | A Mix of Emotions, Birthdays & Anniversaries | Thrift Haul

July 17, 2025 at 3:49 PM

Sarah

@sarahmears.bsky.social

PEOPLE OFTEN MISTAKE ME FOR AN ADULT BECAUSE OF MY AGE...the audacity?!?
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but here we are...
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45.
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July 11, 2025 at 4:20 PM

Sarah

@sarahmears.bsky.social

Todays thrift haul is meaningful. This time of year always brings a mix of emotions and celebrations. From birthdays to anniversaries — and today,what would’ve been my Grandpa’s 95th- I’ve been thinking a lot about the beauty of dressing up for the moments that matter
www.youtube.com/watch?v=xh7K...

Radical Joy: A User’s Guide

July 10, 2025 at 2:03 PM

Sarah

@sarahmears.bsky.social

Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about deliberate joy — the kind you create even when life is chaotic or weird or just deeply... Tuesday-ish.
So I wrote a blog post. 💛
#mentalhealthhumor #createyourhappy #joyfulrebel #consciousliving #selfcarewithsauce

www.sarahdian.com/post/radical...

A not-so-gentle guide to being happy anyway✦ File under: Things I Wish Someone Had Told Me SoonerJoy is not some sparkly reward for doing life “right.” It’s not what you get after you clear all your t...

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July 7, 2025 at 12:26 PM

Sarah

@sarahmears.bsky.social

This week’s thrift haul is truly random — from a vintage hair crimper to boho terrace pillows, this video proves you don’t need a plan to find good stuff.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=69h9...
#ThriftWithMe #RandomThriftHaul #CrimperComeback #IkeaThriftFind #DogMomStyle #MuslinShorts

Thrift Haul: Random, Chaotic, and Somehow Perfect | A Thrift Haul I Didn’t Know I Needed

Canada Day Thrift Haul: Canadian Brands I Love & Found Thrifting | Canadian Thrifted a Whole Mall 🇨🇦

July 3, 2025 at 2:07 PM

Sarah

@sarahmears.bsky.social

This Canada Day, I’m skipping the party store tees and spotlighting Canadian fashion the way I know best — by thrifting it
youtu.be/1xKpq1-MLLQ?...

#CanadaDayStyle #ThriftHaul #CanadianFashion #AritziaFinds #OakAndFort #SchittsCreekStyle #AldoBag #ThriftedStyle #SustainableStyle

Pamela-Inspired Thrift Haul: Soft, Effortless & Timeless | Vintage White, Soft Knits & 90s Vibes |

June 26, 2025 at 2:35 PM

Sarah

@sarahmears.bsky.social

This week's thrift haul is a little softer, a little sexier, and 100% inspired by someone I've admired for years — Pamela Anderson @pamelaanderson a Canadian icon who's showing us all how to evolve gracefully while keeping our edge.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=kOQC...
#ThriftedStyle #Pamela