Plaid Coat for the Win

I've been searching for a new wool coat since last winter but really didn't want to pay $300+ for it.  Here in Saskatchewan fall is chilly and winters are fridge, so having just a cute coat isn't really an option, you need warmth.  Early this fall I received an email from threadUP and it said that they were now shipping to Canada.  I had read about this consignment website on other blogs but knew that it was a US company and usually shipping, customs, exchange rate, etc. just don't make sense for me.  I quickly started browsing the site for a wool coat to see what would come up.  Quickly I was able to weed through what I was interested in and this little plaid number caught my eye.   It was:

• 40% wool.  

• Plaid (a pattern I love)

• Super cute collar. 

• Flair, umpire waist fit. 

• It was my size.  

• Like "new" it said.

• And the price was $32 with shipping!!!!!!  

• YES! YES! YES!   

Once I order it, it was literally days before it was on my doorstep in cute packaging.  I unpacked it, anxiously and crossed my fingers that it wouldn't disappoint.  It didn't!!!!  It was in MINT condition.  The pockets were still sewed up and I don't think it had ever been worn.  I've had so many complements on it over the last month and I absolutely love it.  

My final thoughts, I wouldn't use threadUP for basics, I would highly recommend them if you are looking for unique or higher end items such as purses, coats, or dresses for a special occasion.  I also noticed they have children's items which might be worth a look through as well.  This was not in any way a sponsored post, just my thoughts.  I hope you all had a lovely Halloween  and  happy weekend!