
The thrift ball & awards ceremony
Annual End of Year Event to celebrate the Thrift F.A.B. nominees in the thrift community! This event is open to EVERYONE.
Annual End of Year Event to celebrate the Thrift F.A.B. nominees in the thrift community! This event is open to EVERYONE.
YOU'RE INVITED: THE 2025 THRIFT BALL & AWARDS CEREMONY
Join us for our annual end-of-year celebration honoring the Thrift F.A.B. (Fashion and Business) Finalists and the vibrant thrift community behind them.
This event is open to everyone—whether you're a seller, a buyer, a creative, or simply someone who appreciates the culture and impact of thrift. Come connect, celebrate, and close out the year with the people shaping the future of sustainable fashion and entrepreneurship.
EVENT DETAILS
Thrift Ball & Awards Ceremony
The Westin Atlanta Perimeter North
Sunday, December 7, 2025
Atlanta, GA
An evening of community, recognition, and style—this is where we come together.
All are welcome. All are celebrated.
WEEKEND AGENDA (Subject to change)
Friday, December 5th
Saturday, December 6th
Sunday, December 7th
Get your tickets now and secure your spot at The Thrift Ball & Awards Ceremony. Limited tickets are available, so act fast and take advantage of our special early bird pricing. You won't want to miss this amazing event!
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Award Category: Best Thrift Style Influencer
The Best Thrift Style Influencer award recognizes an individual who shines bright in the world of thrifted fashion. They inspire others with their amazing sense of style, creativity, and unique personality. This nominee sets trends and shows how thrifted pieces can be transformed into stunning fashion statements, proving that sustainable fashion is both stylish and exciting.
MALE
Frank Holt
Jeremy Wright
Montrez Battle
Orlando Coleman
Ron Red Collins
FEMALE
Debbie Norrell
Lameka White
Naldy Denis Smith
Nicole McCullough Griffin
Vanessa Lofton Williams
PLUS SIZE
Angela Angie B
Courtney Johns
Jessica Carter
Shanta Penn
Shenika Buie
55 YEARS & OLDER
Bobbie Benton Ogletree
Peaches Angela Vaught-Shamley
Kitty Renee Renee
Monique Townsend
Patricia Ratcliff
Award Category: Best Upcycle Fashion Designer
The Best Upcycle Fashion Designer award recognizes an individual who exemplifies creativity and innovation to transform thrifted fashion into stylish and fashionable clothing or accessories. Their creations not only showcase incredible style and craftsmanship but also inspire others to reimagine the possibilities of fashion. This nominee embodies the spirit of innovation and sustainability, paving the way for a greener, more stylish future in fashion.
Barbara Dandridge- Bstyledbyme
Burkina Faso- Sloppee Sekundz
Eboni Gilbert- Diva's Vault
Kia Dean - Kia D’s Closet
Yolanda Brown- Closet Collab Boutique
Award Category: Best Live Seller
The Best Live Seller award recognizes an individual who excels in providing a captivating and interactive live shopping experience, driving sales and fostering meaningful connections with their audience. This nominee sets the standard for excellence in live shopping, combining entertainment, product knowledge, interactivity, and salesmanship to create a truly unforgettable experience for their audience.
Andrea Franklin- Hashtag Cute Items
Angela Angie B- Wear It Fashion Lounge
Ashley Nicole- AshSlay's Boutique
Atiya Fran- Tia's A & A Boutique
Pauletta Perez- Cali Closet Takeover
Award Category: Best Resale Boutique (Storefront or Website)
The Best Resale Boutique award recognizes a distinguished establishment that specializes in pre-owned fashion items, offering a captivating and enjoyable shopping experience to customers. Whether through their physical storefront, online platform, or a combination of both, this nominee stands out for their exceptional curation of high-quality, fashion-forward pieces.
Shana Digby-Lyles- Dirty Diana’s Closet
Leah Yvette- The Consignment Mixer
Misty Audell- House of Thrift Boutique
Vanessa Lofton Williams- Resale Threads Boutique
Zoe Guillory- Zoe's Vintique
Award Category: Best New Reseller
The Best New Reseller award recognizes an outstanding reseller who has made significant strides in the industry within the past two years. This nominee demonstrates exceptional entrepreneurial spirit, innovation, and dedication to providing high-quality products and exceptional service to customers. Despite being relatively new to the business, they have shown remarkable growth, creativity, and adaptability, setting themselves apart as a rising star in the reselling community.
Bobbie Ogeltree- Samaritan Kloset
Jaleesa Grier- J’s Closet and More
Keyonia Ward & LaSonia Pitts- Unique Lavish Boutique
Naldy Denis Smith- Sashay Your Runway
Tiffany Simmons- Tip Top Kloset
Award Category: Thrift Leader of the Year - 2025
The Thrift Leader of the Year award celebrates an exceptional individual who has demonstrated outstanding dedication and leadership within the thrift community throughout the year. This nominee embodies the spirit of leadership, collaboration, and support within the thrift community, leaving a lasting and positive impact on individuals, organizations, and the broader community.
Angela Angie B
Atiya Fran
Bobbie Benton Ogletree
Courtney Johns
Leah Yvette
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