8 episodes
BrownSugaThrift Temica M Gross
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5.0 • 2 Ratings
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If you’ve been following the rise of ‘thrifting’ in the black community on social media and have thought to yourself, “I’d like to try that”, then Brown Suga Thrift is for you!
Join your host, Temica Gross, as she interviews black creatives and influencers in the thrift community who will share how they’re changing the narrative of thrift shopping and making it more popular than ever.
Twice a month she’ll share stories on topics such as, How to encourage your black friends to thrift, Top 5 things you must do before and after thrifting, How to become a reseller, and more!
The Brown Suga Thrift podcast is not sponsored by or affiliated with any second-hand, consignment or thrift retail store.
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Lifestyles of the thrift and famous!
On this episode I interview thrift store and estate sale expert, Jamala Wallace, of Viva La Vintage For Your Home. With her social media platform and Youtube platform, Jamala seeks to empower the masses to explore secondhand home decor options before paying full retail.
My favorite highlights of this episode are when Jamala shares:
•Her favorite thrift stores to find vintage home decor
•The reason she chooses estate sales over thrifting
•Her favorite second-hand piece
Links mentioned in this episode:
Instagram: @UrVintageGirl - https://www.instagram.com/urvintagegirl/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDwhBMakxZhDzKMttMQAy4Q
Blog: https://vivalavintageforyourhome.com/ -
When church fashion meets college drip! Won't he do it!
On this episode I interview Nikia Jolly, Owner, and Stylist of Rekreated Threads. An avid thrifter and popular reseller, Nakia's main goal is to show everyone how easy it is to be stylish at any age with any budget.
My favorite highlights of this episode are when Nikia shares:
•Who she drew her style inspiration from as a child.
•What excites her the most about thrifters in the Black community.
•Why all thrift stores are not created equal.
Links mentioned in this episode:
Instagram: @ReKreatedThreads (https://www.instagram.com/rekreatedthreads/)
Website
https://rekreatedthreads.com/ -
Why confidence is "Queen" when you're styling your thrifted outfits.
On this episode I interview Four-Eyed & Fabulous Thrift Thot, Mrs. Keisha D, owner of LattieMoore Style and Image Consulting. With her social media platform and consulting business, Keisha aims to inspire women to look, be, and feel the part - with confidence.
My favorite highlights of this episode are when Keisha shares:
•Her favorite accessory and its sentimental meaning
•How thrifting has evolved into an inclusive hobby / passion for all
•Why she prefers not to purchase from resellers
Links mentioned in this episode:
Instagram: @LattieMooreStyle (https://www.instagram.com/lattiemoorestyle/)
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Authentic Gucci bags hidden in plain sight? But where?
On this episode I interview conscious fashionista, K. Simone! Tune in as she shares her favorite items to thrift and where to find high-end accessories hidden in plain sight!
My favorite highlights of this episode are when K. Simone shares:
How Mary J. Blige led her to become a thrifter Her experience bidding online for a pair of Jordans Sustainability advice for corporate retail giants Links mentioned on this episode:
Poshmark: https://posh.mk/qgNycP4gfob
Instagram: @IAmKSimone -
3 decades later and she's still passionate about thrifting!
On this episode I interview, content creator, Belinda Murry! Belinda is passionate about thrifting and has been for the past 30+ years.
My favorite highlights of this episode are when Belinda shares:
Memories of thrifting with her grandmother while still in highschool Where she draws her inspiration when styling her personal wardrobe Tips to save even more at the thrift store Links mentioned:
IG - @Sheshois
YouTube - SHESHOIS -
Reseller Rules: Fact or Fiction?
In this episode, I interview second-hand stylist, Erica D. Erica's passion for thrifting and styling led her to become an entrepreneur after thrifting for less than 2 years.
My favorite highlights of this episode are when Erica shares:
Her preferred androgynous style of dress Myths new resellers are tricked into believing The importance of remaining true to your personal style when becoming a reseller. Links mentioned in this episode:
Instagram: @ThriftGiftGal
Website: https://linktr.ee/ThriftGiftGal