{"id":4087,"date":"2019-06-24T13:26:23","date_gmt":"2019-06-24T13:26:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.yourgoodwill.org\/blog\/?p=4087"},"modified":"2019-06-24T13:26:23","modified_gmt":"2019-06-24T13:26:23","slug":"its-in-the-bag","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/staging.yourgoodwill.org\/blog\/its-in-the-bag\/","title":{"rendered":"It&#8217;s in the Bag!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Summer is officially here! Lazy warm days, beautiful sunsets, weddings, trips to the beach\u2026 it\u2019s all going on in June. It\u2019s time to break out the sandals, maxi dresses and summer accessories including the iconic summer straw bag. According to Harper\u2019s Bazaar (June 7, 2019) \u201cThe versatile straw bag is a spring\/summer staple, as wearable in the city with jeans as it is on the beach.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Embrace the warm, summer weather with straw bags from clutches to totes to carry-alls. And, at Goodwill Keystone Area, you can find all those styles and more. Whether you are looking for a small bag to accessorize a garden party or a wedding or a large tote to fit your beach necessities, Goodwill has got you covered at prices that won\u2019t break the bank. And those prices are even better on Wednesday, June 26th, when the next 50% off sale is happening at your local store! See sale details and find a Goodwill near you, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yourgoodwill.org\/news-events\/408-50-off-sale-wednesday-june-26\">click here.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for a feminine clutch for a more formal event, this embroidered floral clutch fits the bill. $4.97 is a great price for this vintage-style bag. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yourgoodwill.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Photo-Jun-23-5-15-16-PM.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-4088\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yourgoodwill.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Photo-Jun-23-5-15-16-PM-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"840\" height=\"840\" data-size=\"2752x2752\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staging.yourgoodwill.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Photo-Jun-23-5-15-16-PM-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/staging.yourgoodwill.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Photo-Jun-23-5-15-16-PM-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/staging.yourgoodwill.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Photo-Jun-23-5-15-16-PM-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/staging.yourgoodwill.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Photo-Jun-23-5-15-16-PM-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/staging.yourgoodwill.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Photo-Jun-23-5-15-16-PM-840x840.jpg 840w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/> <\/a>You could also pair it with jeans and a t-shirt for a casual night out<\/p>\n<p>This simple utilitarian tote is just perfect for a visit to the beach. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yourgoodwill.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Photo-Jun-23-5-13-59-PM.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-4089\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yourgoodwill.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Photo-Jun-23-5-13-59-PM-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"840\" height=\"840\" data-size=\"3024x3024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staging.yourgoodwill.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Photo-Jun-23-5-13-59-PM-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/staging.yourgoodwill.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Photo-Jun-23-5-13-59-PM-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/staging.yourgoodwill.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Photo-Jun-23-5-13-59-PM-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/staging.yourgoodwill.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Photo-Jun-23-5-13-59-PM-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/staging.yourgoodwill.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Photo-Jun-23-5-13-59-PM-840x840.jpg 840w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/> <\/a>The open-weave beige rattan bag lets the sand sift out while keeping your necessities inside and the red leather handles add a pop of color. I found this bag at and Goodwill Outlet and paid less than $1.00!<\/p>\n<p>Finally, this more modern and trendy bag from VANS (yes, the sneaker brand!) would make a great summer purse. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yourgoodwill.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Photo-Jun-23-5-13-30-PM.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-4090\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yourgoodwill.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Photo-Jun-23-5-13-30-PM-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"840\" height=\"840\" data-size=\"3024x3024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staging.yourgoodwill.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Photo-Jun-23-5-13-30-PM-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/staging.yourgoodwill.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Photo-Jun-23-5-13-30-PM-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/staging.yourgoodwill.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Photo-Jun-23-5-13-30-PM-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/staging.yourgoodwill.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Photo-Jun-23-5-13-30-PM-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/staging.yourgoodwill.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Photo-Jun-23-5-13-30-PM-840x840.jpg 840w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/> <\/a>It\u2019s lined with fabric that cinches closed and has pockets to your small items don\u2019t get lost. And the navy, grey, teal and purple make it coordinate with lots of colors in your wardrobe. This bad retailed for $80 when new, so $6.97 makes it a great buy!<\/p>\n<p>Be sure and check your local Goodwill store for seasonal accessories. Straw bags are a timeless summer item that you\u2019ll reach for every year.<\/p>\n<p>From my closet to yours,<br \/>\nKirsten<\/p>\n<p>Embroidered clutch: $4.97<br \/>\nBeige tote with red handles: $1.00<br \/>\nVans blue tote bag: $6.97<\/p>\n<p><strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yourgoodwill.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/KirstenBlogHeadShot.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-2276\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-2276 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yourgoodwill.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/KirstenBlogHeadShot.jpg\" alt=\"KirstenBlogHeadShot\" width=\"200\" data-size=\"266x246\" \/> <\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>About The Blogger<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Kirsten is a 40-something mom, wife and marketing professional. She loves all things crafty, tasty and fashionable, especially while being frugal. She enjoys hunting for treasures at her local Goodwill Keystone Area stores to decorate her home and wardrobe.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; Summer is officially here! Lazy warm days, beautiful sunsets, weddings, trips to the beach\u2026 it\u2019s all going on in June. It\u2019s time to break out the sandals, maxi dresses and summer accessories including the iconic summer straw bag. 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