I think this theme, hot to trot, is the most difficult theme so far. I’ll tell you why. When Jodie announced the theme I had to Google it first because I had no idea what she meant. I got from Google: eager to have sex. Well, I was sure Jodie didn’t mean that. Then I understood that it meant that you didn’t feel like doing anything. And then I understood that you actually felt like doing something! So I still don’t get it but I do have an outfit for you.
Welcome to The Thrifty Six. We are a group of international fashion influencers who meet once a month in our little space on the internet to share our thrifty outfits. On the third Monday of every month, we will all share an outfit based on a theme that features pre loved wardrobe pieces. Shopping and reselling pre loved clothing is so much better for the environment and you can find some of the best fashions in thrift or charity shops. The Thrifty Six are here to inspire you to shop second hand.
Hot to trot
This dress is years old and I actually only wear it at home. On such a nice long warm summer evening were I still want to look nice instead of sitting all evening in shorts that I already wore hole day. This dress fits so wonderfully, is sleeveless, stretchy and short enough for a summer evening at home. The dress is from Vinted and also has pockets! So, hot to trot to do nothing but sit and enjoy a summer evening, or hot to trot because I can’t wait to enjoy a summer evening! Hope you still understand what I mean, lol!
Let’s see if my friends know better what hot to trot means!
Emma of Style Splash
I really wasn’t sure what to make of the theme “Hot to Trot” – my first thought was to pick hot colours or maybe dressing for hot weather. This outfit combines both of those elements. And everyone turns lobster red when they get too hot don’t they? I’m obsessed with this print from Fabienne Chapot. I bought this dress, plus a top and trousers in the same print – all preloved. I already owned another dress in this print too! I’ve added a chunky necklace I bought on eBay, sunglasses from a vintage shop and clutch bag from Zara.
Jodie of Jodie’s Touch of Style
Summers here in Arizona are the time when you wear things that are loose and feel good. I’m actually wearing a thrifted yellow dress for my top, (don’t believe me? I included the photo) and then this colorful, thrifted maxi skirt.
Absolutely everything is thrifted and works for our 100-degree weather.
Grace of Graceful Rags
I chose this navy dress (that I thrifted for $1!) for the Hot to Trot theme because I always reach for dresses or skirts when I want to stay cool. Plus, this one has a plunging neckline that’s a little sexy, perfect for the other meaning of the theme… Wink wink.
Jane of preloved_vintage_handmade
Hot to trot – that’s the T6 theme this month – it means different things to different people.
For me it’s sexy equestrian; there’s something sooooo alluring about jodhpurs and a riding crop…
…and especially this dressage inspired look.
I feel like a character from a Jilly Cooper novel….
I’ve never read ‘Riders’ but I think they were all pretty ‘hot to trot’!!!
Shelbee of Shelbee on the Edge
I struggled with this hot to trot theme and then after a meditative yoga session, it all came to me! I focused on red for the hot part and horses and cowgirl
boots for the trot part. My red satin slip skirt, red tank top, and brown cowgirl boots were all purchased secondhand and my brown corduroy ruana (which has horses and other Native American motifs embroidered on it) was handmade by me a few weeks ago. The rest of my accessories (belt, earrings, bracelets, and necklaces) are old from my personal collection. The only recently purchased brand new item is my red/burgundy Panama hat which I think emphasized the theme perfectly! Red hot from my head down with trotting boots on my feet!
We hope to see you next month with a new theme and all pre loved clothong! Till then!
Oh my goodness, Nancy, your process of interpreting this theme cracked me up! Hot to trot=eager for sex! I love it. Actually, that translation is correct except I think the idiom has a broader span meaning eager to do anything…that could be shopping, dancing, or sex! In any event, I love the outfit you came up with for this prompt!
Shelbee
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Well Shelbee that could be true, but Google had the first 3 options about sex…….It’s not me darling! Lol.
Bonjour Nancy, great Looks – the red one is my fav! Have a nice day! Greetings from Düsseldorf, Alexa
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Thank you very much Alexa!
I’d be stumped with the theme as well 🙂
Your dress is something I’m wearing at home on a Summer evening as well, although I’m not sure what’s it go to do with anything, haha!
I’m swooning over Emma’s outfit, that dress is an absolute stunner! xxx
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Haha. Yes I love that dress of Emma too, such fun. She has a suit also with that print!
Hello Nancy, thank you for sharing these wonderful outfits! !! I’m impressed and inspired by your fashion sense, especially since you manage to do it on a budget. Keep it up.
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Thank you very much!
It goes to show that a certain saying can have several meanings, LOL!! Who knew that it meant what you found out??
I just love what you put together. A dress is always so easy, I think,
XOOX
Jodie
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I had thought about that Jodie…..you look so innocent……in the Netherlands we have a saying…..still waters have deep grounds….lol.
This theme certainly got us all thinking didn’t it? I love your dress, it’s very elegant with the pink cardigan.
Emma xxx
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It did! It wasn’t a easy one, but then again, that’s the fun part right! To really think and play with it!
You crack me up Nancy! Love your journey with Hot to Trot! Lol! Love the look and I do think you nailed hot to trot. Love the graphic print and style of the dress!
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It’snJodie’s fault! I didn’t come up with the theme, lol. Thanks Kathrine!
What a tricky theme! I think you all did a great job. Nancy, that’s a Jammy Dress!
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Thank you very much Sheila!
Oh, Nancy! I would have really struggled with this theme, too! But, that’s because I know what that phrase means. I would have been stumped seeing as how it was Jodie’s idea! I also know she lives in a really hot place so I probably would have ended up with something that would feel cool to wear.
You look fabulous in this dress. You have fantastic legs!! I’m still chuckling as I type!!
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Hahaha, you naughty girl!
Nancy you look fabulous in this dress? Why you wear it only at home?
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Thank you Tina. I think it’s to short for me.
What a fabulous outfit and I love reading everyone’s thought process behind the theme!
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Thank you Joanne!
I think you all look fabulous in your summer outfits and certainly eager to go out and socialize! Hope you are having a good week!
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Thank you very much Laura!
What an interesting prompt! I would have been stumped too. Looks like you got it right, Jodie’s outfit is all about staying cool in hot weather. Thanks for linking
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Thank you very much Gail.
These are all beautiful outfits.
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Thank you Melody!
such a fun theme! As a tropics gal, I imagined a loose wavy dress in an instant.