Working on a magazine project for another class, I stumbled upon a great new musician with a connection to fashion (albeit, a small one). Matt Ward (no, not that M. Ward) is the younger brother of my friend Jen, and an up-and-coming singer-songwriter. His folky, quirky style is fresh and endearing, and so is his subject matter.
His debut album is called Thrift Shopping, and the title track is a glorious ode to everyone's favorite activity: a lazy day browsing through the treasures at a local thrift store.
Buy the mp3 and treat yourself to lyrics extolling on the virtues of musty couch cushions, grimy fondue sets, old trophies, and finding a t-shirt you gave away a couple years ago and now want to buy back. (It wasn't his style then, Ward sings, "but now it is.")
Mostly, though, this song reminds me of everything I love about thrift shopping experiences: spontaneity, goofing off, and that one great find that brings you overwhelming satisfaction. Play this song for a quick pick-me-up, or on the way to your favorite thrift store. Just remember to go on a day "when the clothes are half-price."
