Working Girl

Did a little clothes shopping recently. I’ve noticed a work wear theme developing. First I went to National Thrift where I found this Dickies boiler suit, a Ralph Lauren Bear kerchief and a pair of Vans. The boiler suit not only fit, the legs had been altered to my preferred “floody” length.

A few days later, I visited the Salvation Army Thrift on St. Clair. They had a whole bunch of 1980s era New Old Stock stuff from Sears, including this dark blue cotton jumpsuit. It still had Sears tags as well as the label for the in-house Image brand. I don’t know why I’m so drawn to one piece outfits, especially because they are very challenging when one has to pee. I just like the look I guess.

In non-thrifted news, I got paid and dropped a bundle on this indigo-dyed worker’s smock from Latre — a locally owned business in my neighborhood. While I like the thrill of a cheap second hand score, I also believe in investing in Canadian designers and businesses because it’s good for culture and the economy. I believe this coat will last the rest of my life. Plus it looked super flattering in the mirror when I tried it on.