Ready Set Thrift! The first rule in thrifting is to understand that everything adds up! Yes, you are saving a ton of money by ditching the department store but understand those dollars spent in thrift stores add up just the same. Sometimes being a thrift store connoisseur can lead to "pack rat" tendencies. The urge to buy something just because of the great prices can ultimately lead to overspending. The second rule to thrifting is to know what you want or items you're looking for before stepping foot in the store. Its always cool to go browsing through the store " just to see what they have" but this is also another bad habit in thrifting that can lead to overspending. Its ALWAYS , I repeat ALWAYS going to be something cute in the store, but do you really need it? Was this what you were truly looking for? If the answer is no, put it down. Another golden rule before heading on your thrifting adventure is to be patient. A lot of times when im asked where I g...