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In my last post, I confessed that I didn’t shop solely at thrift and consignment shops. However, the one constant in my shopping habits is that I pay THRIFTY prices for my fashion game. You may certainly call me cheap. But, I just have an aversion to paying a lot for items, when I know I can get it at discounted prices. Do you feel me on this?
About a year ago I learned about this online website, AliExpress. This site has EVERYTHING for sale (clothes, electronics, beauty supplies etc.) The catch, the stores that sell on AliExpress are all international. But, when I ran across this gorgeous jumpsuit on the site, I knew I had to try it out.
If you have been following me, you know that I am not shy about bright, bold colors. The jumpsuit cost $16, and add $2.99 for international shipping. Yes, you read that correctly. I was definitely worried that this might be a scam, but figured that I would try it out for less than $20. But my package did come, about 3 weeks later. Beautifully packaged, great material and amazing fit. Yes, it could have come earlier, but that would mean a lot more in shipping fees.
The other challenge in ordering from this site is that the clothing sizes are not always in US sizes. To solve that problem, you simply need a tape measure. To complete the outfit, I wore my blue thrifted Steve Madden heels and a thrifted yellow clutch. 
Of course in San Diego, a pair of sunnies are a must! I picked these beauties up on sale at Aldos for $5.
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Super outfit, I like it very much 😉
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Butterfly,
Thank you!!! 🙂
WOW WHAT A GORGEOUS FLORAL JUMPSUIT AND HOW PERFECT IT FITS YOU. I love its bold colors and your 2 thrifted accessories are beautiful – perfect to match!! I want a pair of Blue Pumps. I have heard of Ali Express so I am glad I heard someone purchase from them . $3.00 shipping price for 3 weeks is worth it I say. Plus look how pretty that piece is! WOW WOW WOW!!!
Have a Great Thursday! Ada. =)
Ada,
THANK YOU! You should definitely give them a try. I have bought more than just a couple things and LOVEEEEEE it.
I’m sorry, I don’t think I read this correctly. Less than $20 for that gorgeous jumpsuit?!! WOW! You look amazing! I am definitely checking that site out, thanks for the tip!
Laura,
Yes honey, $20. I really thought I was being scammed. Thank you for your beautiful compliment. You should definitely check out the site. I must warn you though — it’s addictive.
The cut and style is perfect. Honestly, you can wear anything and it’s hott!!!
Tanesha,
You are way too sweet!!!! Thank you.
oh wow i totally adore this outfit!!! love the print and the style… you’re rocking this jumpsuit! <3
happy thursday ayana! hope you get your sushi for lunch! 🙂
Rhea,
Thank you!!! I did have sushi for lunch by the way. Girl, your pics made me do it. lol.
Very Cute!!!! I love me a good Jumpsuit!!! Looks like it was worth the wait! 🙂 I too Love Thrifty Prices.
Tiffany,
Thank you! It was definitely worth the wait girlie, for the price and the look!
That jumpsuit is simply beautiful. And I remember you talking about having them on your thrift wishlist.
I can totally feel you about the thrifty prices. The clearance sale is my first category with online shops.
And as I said in my “Black Skirt, Red Shirt” post, the margin on the original price for most retailers is huge!
Alex – Funky Jungle
Alex,
Thank you. Clearance is the only rack I shop when I head to the retail stores. The scores there are unbelievable. Thrifty prices count in my book as winning!
You are rocking this outfit! I have been wanting some blue heels, and those are awesome. Sooo funny that you have the blazer I posted! Did you order it from Tidebuy?
xo, Amy Ann
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Amy,
Thank you! Yes, I love that blazer, and I indeed got it from Tidebuy. Keep searching for those blue heels, I am sure you are going to find something fab.
That romper is fabulous on you and you cannot beat the price! I’ve been eyeing a necklace on AliExpress that I’ve seen sold on other sites for a lot more.
-Sharon
Sharon,
Thank you! Yes, I do love AliExpress for that very reason — they beat out a lot of other sites with their prices.
I love the whole look and you got it for an amazing price. $2.99 for international shipping is really good. I have to checkout that website. I don’t like to spend a lot on clothing either.
Sonya,
Thank you so very much. Yes, please check out the website, they do offer a host of reasonably priced things.
This piece is stunning, one of my favourite looks I have seen in awhile. Gorgeous colours.
Imogen,
Awww, that is so very sweet of you to say. Thank you.
This is such a gorgeous print, I love it on you!
Tara,
Thank you!
You always get the prettiest jumpsuits. Great accessories you paired it with. You look gorgeous!
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Thank you!!! I definitely have an eye for jumpsuits ALL the time!
You look fantastic in this floral jumpsuit, Ayana! I just love the fit on you and the colorful print as well. Those round Asos sunnies and yellow clutch completed the whole chic look. 🙂
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Cheryl,
Thank you! Truly appreciate your sweet compliment and for you stopping by the blog and posting a comment.
I dont think just ANYONE can pull this look off, and you did it just right! I love all the colors on you and you make this romper look like it was made for your body!!
Sarah,
Thank you! I love color tremendously and knew I had to have this jumper when I saw it. I do think people should step out of the comfort zone a little and try things like these pieces as well.
You wear jumpsuits oh so well. These colors are giving me life. I love these photos too especially the last one. ThatSan Diegosun is the business
Adanna,
Thank you honey! I do think jumpsuits are my “go to” DIVA outfit! I can’t get enough of them. Oh, and that San Diego sun is definitely a place where you need a pair of sunnies. I love it here though.
GORGEOUS!
Amber,
THANK YOU girlie!!!!!
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Super cute! I got my wedding dress through AliExpress for dirt cheap! 🙂
So glad to hear someone that has actually used that site. I see it all the time and always wondered. Those blue shoes are killing it! Wishing you a very happry SITS Day!
love your style! I prefer my wardrobe to be based on browns, which isn’t always easy to find.
Super cute and what a great deal. I don’t know if I could ever gamble on international shipping (and waiting, that would drive me crazy), but it paid off. You look gorgeous!
That jumpsuit is fabulous and such a good deal! Hope you had a wonderful SITS day 🙂