How to Plan a Fun and Creative “Goodwill Date Nightâ€
A few years ago, a Georgia couple went viral on social media for their ” Goodwill Date Night,” in which they each budgeted $10 to shop at Goodwill for an outfit for their partner to wear out to dinner. Each person had to wear whatever was chosen for them””no matter how goofy or mismatched it was! And, after leaving Goodwill, the couple couldn’t explain their silly outfits to anyone else.
The result was a fun and hilarious date night that didn’t break the bank””the couple was able to find two complete outfits for less than their $20 budget! Their story was shared thousands of times on social media, and many couples have since copied the trend.
How about you? Are you ready to take the plunge and plan your own Goodwill Date Night?
If so, we have a few suggestions that will help you put a creative spin on the original Goodwill Date Night challenge!
Bracelets from Goodwill
Decade date night
Before you go thrift shopping, choose a decade and stick to it when choosing an outfit for your partner. Goodwill is the place to find outfits inspired by nearly any decade, and with a constantly updated inventory, you never know what you may find in one of our stores. To add to the fun, be sure to play music from that decade throughout your date night!
tan and black dress from Goodwill
Dressy date night
You might be surprised to see the huge selection of formal wear you can find at your local Goodwill store. Why not plan a ” fancier” date night and choose attire you’d be proud to wear out? From classy cocktail dresses to sophisticated blazers, there are so many ways to look stylish without overspending when you shop at Goodwill. Plus, by choosing budget-friendly outfits from Goodwill, you’ll have more money in your wallet for dinner at your favorite restaurant!
Athleisure wear
Cozy date night
Date night doesn’t have to mean going out on the town. Sometimes, you just want to relax and cuddle up on the couch. Luckily, you can plan a cozy ” date night in” with a little help from Ohio Valley Goodwill! Our stores are always stocked with comfortable loungewear, including robes, pajamas, and athleisure outfits. While you’re at Goodwill, peruse our selection of DVDs for an at-home movie night!
Red Armoire
Crafty date night
Goodwill is home to so much more than clothes; you can also find supplies for an endless array of creative DIY projects! Together with your partner, you can give gently-used furniture a makeover with a new fabric or a fresh coat of paint. Or, just in time for Halloween, try making your own spooky décor. Check out this video from Goodwill Industries International for a Halloween decoration tutorial.
Friends date night
Who says that date night is just for couples? Grab your best pals and head to your nearest Goodwill store for a fun twist on the original Goodwill Date Night idea. You’ll have a blast choosing silly (or genuine) outfits for your besties!
For your next fun and inexpensive date night, make Ohio Valley Goodwill your first stop! Not only will you have a great time while thrift shopping, but you’ll also feel satisfied knowing that you’ve made a difference for your community and the world.
This is because when you buy secondhand instead of buying brand new items, you reduce waste and extend the lifecycle of reusable goods, which helps to protect the environment. And, when you choose to go thrift shopping at Ohio Valley Goodwill, you also support our mission to change lives through the power of work. Every purchase you make at Goodwill helps to support life-changing job training and employment services for individuals with disabilities and our nation’s veterans””now that’s a good thing!
Find your nearest Ohio Valley Goodwill retail store and plan your Goodwill Date Night today! Be sure to tag us in your date night photos on social media and use the hashtag #GoodwillDateNight.
