Kelly Handley

Kelly Handley has been transforming thrifted apparel into fashion treasures for over 20 years. As the founder of Ultimate Thrifting, a popular blog and resource for thrift and resale education, Kelly teaches new and veteran thrifters how to find high-quality items, get great deals, and profit with resale. Formerly a corporate proofreader with 20 years of experience, she left the cubicle behind to pursue thrifting full time. With her humorous and insightful writing, Kelly has helped countless people fall in love with thrifting and save money.

Kelly's work has been featured in publications like Martha Stewart, MSN, Bored Panda, and Nasdaq, where she shares expert tips on sustainable shopping. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Letters & Translation from McGill University and volunteers as a Board Member of Big on Beagles Rescue, a cause close to her heart. Kelly's publications provide practical, actionable insights, inviting readers to thrift smarter and live in a more sustainable way.