Hi, sweet swap friends,

Are you still smiling from this weekend, too? From the moment doors opened at Headshot + Brand Bar in Verona, NJ, it was all laughter, squeals, and “omg, that was mine!”

Eighty of you showed up with the best energy. Old friends, new faces, and the kind of camaraderie that makes these events feel like home.

It was everything we love about Jersey Girl Thrift: a safe space, a slice of girlhood, nostalgic crafts, and something we all look forward to.

One swapper said it best: “I come with friends and leave with more friends.”

And the finds?! Iconic. The fluffy jacket found its new home (cue the cheering), plus brand-new knee-high brown boots, winter coats, burgundy llama slides, and even a black Oscar de la Renta dress.

Anyway, here’s a little recap of all the amazing brands and women who helped make this swap happen.

The Venue: Headshot + Brand bar 👗

We hosted this swap at Headshot + Brand Bar in Verona, NJ, for the second time, and we’re officially obsessed.

It’s a bright, beautiful space run by local photographer Carley Storm. Perfect for headshots, brand photos, or creative shoots (and clearly… a fabulous swap). The light? Dreamy. The vibe? So good.

If you’re a small business owner, content creator, or just need a place to host a good party, check it out. You can rent the space or work with Carley!

Coffee Sponsor☕

Our friends at Java Love Coffee Roasting Co. kept us caffeinated and smiling all day long, fueling both our morning and afternoon swap sessions with the freshest coffee.

If you’re hosting an event, gathering, or offsite that needs an energy boost, check out Java Love catering! From travelers of their signature brews to a full barista bar, they make it easy (and delicious) to keep everyone happy.

We’re so grateful to partner with another women-owned North Jersey favorite. Thank you, Java Love, for keeping the JGT community energized! 💕

Raffle + Giveaway Winners 🎟️

💇🏽‍♀️Raffle Winner: Giselle won a fresh cut + blowout from Glossed By Alia. Alia is a fellow swapper and local woman-owned stylist we j’adore.

💖 Instagram Giveaway: A day-one swapper, Michelle! She’s been to all four swaps and always brings the best vibe. She’s snagging two free tickets to our next swap for posting to IG during the event! 

A Huge Thank-You to Our Crew 🫶🏽

Every swap is a team effort, and we seriously couldn’t do it without our dream crew.

📸 Laura: for capturing every smile, sparkle, and fluffy-jacket moment. She’s a street fashion photographer, and we’re so grateful to have her. Give her a follow!
👖 Maria + McKayla: our runners and re-rackers who kept the vibes high and racks looking fresh all day long.
💪 Jim: our muscle— for hauling, lifting, and making setup look effortless. Not to mention all the backend tech of ticketing and admin management.
🎨 Kelly S: for bringing the crafts, creativity, and heart to every swap.

You make Jersey Girl Thrift what it is. So much fun, full of love, and absolutely unforgettable. 💕

NEXT SWAP: Save the date 🗓️

Couldn’t make this one? Don’t stress. Our next swap weekend is already brewing for Galentine’s season.

Save the weekend: Saturday, Feb 28– Sunday, March 1!

Tickets always drop first for newsletter subscribers (that’s you 😉), so keep your eyes on your inbox when we announce!

Okay, off to wear our new clothes.

Love ya,

Kelli & Larell

P.S. We’re always looking for local women-owned businesses to partner with! If you’d like to be part of our next raffle or know an amazing venue we should pop up in, just reply to this email. :)