What do you all think of this video style as a new series?! Making this was so much fun, but I also want to note that all of this information was found online in older articles, if I missed anything please don't hesitate to share or correct me. Trying to understand a global economy and fashion history is not for the faint of heart. And I am no expert. But I know some of you are and I always love hearing from anyone with more expertise. 💞
Last week I thrifted a 100% wool tweed blazer by a company called Bariloche (a Spanish company based in Madrid). It was beautifully crafted, even the lining. Have you heard of this company?
I worked in a department store in the 80’s , I see lambswool sweaters in thrift stores today from the 80’s because I recognize some of the labels and the sweaters look like new, no pilling ,color still vibrant .
I have found vintage old navy pieces that were 100% silk and 100% cashmere!!! Who knew??? I’ve noticed that vintage sweaters from the early 90’s are an often a cotton / ramie blend. Whatever happened to ramie??? I never see it in newer pieces. No longer used due to cost cutting measures? Enjoyed the video!! I’m very interested in the construction of clothes.
I worked at Old Navy in 2006-2007 and Old Navy did sell some cashmere sweaters and leather jackets. They were not stocked in the store I worked at but we would sometimes get returns of them.
Fantastic video Laura!!! I’m 59 and have been thrifting since I was 21 in 1987, brands and quality has changed so much over time. The brands I adored and envied in the 80’s and 90’s, yes Jones New York and Liz Claiborne included, have disappeared over time unfortunately. The older pieces I bought, new and secondhand, are carefully looked after so they continue to be enjoyed year after year. The dresses of my youth and younger adulthood seem to be a thing of the past but now when I find one secondhand, I’m elated beyond measure because I know it is indeed a gem 💎 ❤ I feel a lot of gratitude as well, for growing up in a time where quality was still important and attainable. I’m also so happy when I can pass something onto to someone else to enjoy, after a successful career, I can no longer work so decided to part ways with a lot I just didn’t need anymore. It is absolutely thrilling to meet someone at my door who is going to enjoy the piece as much as I have. Thank you for the research you do and the enthusiasm, appreciation, and knowledge you share with all of us!
I LOVED this historical fashion video! I loved how you actually taught us that yes it’s work but you can still find hidden gems at the thrift store! Guess was so fun, it was a classic with a a sexy twist. Brooks Brothers and Abe, wow! I would love to see the history of Levi’s, I think it is hard to find quality at the store now, also Wrangler.
I have a Guess tote bag that I got from someone, and its been 15 years that I've had it, and it still is in working shape. I am astounded at the quality honestly. I love things that just stand the test of time, and are solid, dependable pieces. Cant imagine finding something like this these days.
i thought you deserved some positive feedback for this video. I really enjoyed it, very entertaining with the history and details about the manufacturing processes then and now. You speak very well and have a solid vocabulary, something not always seen on TH-cam! I don't live in the US and only have access to one local thrift store but I still manage to survive and would say that about 95% of my wardrobe is thrifted. Today I wore an Austrian wool coat (80% wool/20% alpaca) with possibly horn buttons.I can now also say it has the double backed buttons as well. As it cost me only 5 euros, I can say it was a definite bargain and cheaper by lotsLearnt this from your video. So, safe to say that I, for one, like this format.
My favorite video you've done recently. I appreciated that you did include some newer pieces that are still good quality. Would love more of these videos. Bonus points for more styling! Thanks for the work on this.
Hi there! Loved this video. You're so knowledgeable and impressive. (And beautiful. And youthful. And THIN!! 😭 😂) Wondering whether you can do a deep dive into the Japanese designer Kansai Yamamoto? I used to adore his pieces in the early 70's. I actually still own a 100% mohair sweater which I purchased new in 1975. Cost me a veritable FORTUNE back then. His vintage garments can still sell for a pretty penny! Anyway, thanks for taking the time to read this & hope to see Kansai Yamamoto designs featured in a future video.
two years ago i started only buying vintage clothes as it made we sad to see the bad quality of clothing being sold now . I feel sad for people in the future that won't have beautiful vintage items to buy as todays clothing won't last that long
I’ve just stumbled across you here. This video is outstanding. You’ve perfectly articulated everything I feel and believe about fashion, thrifting, buying vintage, and the sad decline of once superb labels. When you compared the Jones NY silk to current Doen-yes yes! All true. I love how your mind works and how you approach it all so thoughtfully on every level. Thank you.
Omgosh, let's leave a COMMENT here. haha. Laura, I'm so glad I found your channel over the winter holiday. I've always loved clothes, have been an avid online-secondhand shopper for several years, and have learned so much from your videos since coming across them. For whatever I thought I knew before, you really cracked open something about how to inspect clothes, what to look for in person, HOW to thrift in person, and I'm so grateful for it. While binging your channel, I came across a video where you said you didn't really know what your niche was here in the thrifting-TH-cam community because you didn't really fit in the conventional places. I'm here to tell you that is such a , refreshing thing. You not only provide great thrift with me's, but your insights while you're doing them are indispensable and stand out so much. I love how much you love fashion, the creativity behind it, and how to bring that into your own lifestyle. And as a fun anecdote of putting this all into practice: last weekend, you inspired me to get out from behind my beloved TRR and Poshmark accounts, and go to my local thrift stores, WHEREIN I found, what? A vintage Jones New York trench! haha! And it had what on the inside? Reenforced button-backs on the backs of the buttons! I gasped not once but twice when I watched this video, then was amply pleased with myself. hahaha. In any event, you have a real something to share and thanks for doing it! Love what you're putting out there and loved this vid!
😭😭😭 thank you so much for this comment!!! It’s means so much! I’m so glad you’re finding value in my thrift adventures 🥰 and yessss to that trench coat with reinforced buttons 🙌🙌🙌
I have a floor length alpaca cardigan from doen .. found for 6.99 at value village upon emailing the company they said to make over 2000.00 ... Ill always thrift for material and fit ..
Rayon dyes beautifully. And I love the feel and hand of it. The problem with rayon clothes is they are so sloppily and crookedly hemmed that I always have to cut off the factory hem job then re-hem the garment myself. I can understand that a person who doesn’t sew would never want to buy these pieces. Almost every ready-to-wear garment I’ve bought in the last seven/ten years has required some kind of alteration to make it fit properly: taking in huge arm holes, taking out and resetting lumpy zippers, re-sewing seams that were serged with the tension too low and are separating, adding darts to a shapeless back, re-attaching dangling buttons, etc.
I started adding my wardrobe to Indyx today, and I was reminded how amazing my vintage Kors Michael Kors coat is. It's probably from the 90s. It's 80% wool, 20% angora, below-knee length and olive green. I bought it at consignment for $100 and I wear it constantly. The lining is falling apart but I continue to sew it back together by hand. I wonder if I can get it relined professionally because the outside looks new.
Great video! You are truly one of the most interesting YTs - almost 59 and so happy for being a life long thrifter who learned about great quality pieces via my mum! Keep this type of content coming, Laura!
Well, I have clothing from mainstream retailers from 20 years ago & I can tell you the fabric quality has definitely changed. Fabrics are thinner & mostly synthetic now. Fabrication relies on stretch. No darts, no waist seams, no real construction & definitely no lining. All the seams are surged & somewhat raw (not stitched down) Even at higher end retailers the quality is just not there for the price tag. Vintage resellers & fast fashion have affected what you can find in thriftstores. It's mostly fast fashion (Shein) anything that isn't has a higher price than it used to. But vintage resellers buy in bulk & clean out all the good quality to sell in their cyber boutiques at inflated prices. Thrifting has changed.
this was such a good video. and thank you for featuring forever 21. i just did a closet clean out and i'm still hanging on to a 100% cotton sweater from 2007 from forever 21. they used to have good stuff!
I didn’t know about Ballentyne, but if I find a Pringle cashmere I snag it. Found 4 of them at a church thrift store in NC. $2 each. Still wear them and love them, especially in Florida this week, as you well know!
I will thrift and actively search for vintage Forever 21 and Charlotte Russe! I have 100% silk skirts, genuine leather jackets, wool pants, and a heavy 100% cotton knit chunky sweater from them. I cannot believe that the forever 21 i grew up with is the forever 21 we have now, but it is what it is. I started focusing on materials vs style over the last year and it's made such a difference in how i feel in my clothes, and it's such a plus knowing i can also hand them down to my nieces if they want them 15-20 years from now
I agree. The quality just isn't what it used to be. I see it in pieces from Banana Republic I purchased 20 yrs ago. I also see it in fabrics, whether it be pre-made or even the materials available for those that sew/ knit (create) at home.
Because of your videos, I made an educational visit to my local Goodwill in North Atlanta. Did not buy anything, but found three vintage pieces that were beautifully made. One was “Made in Italy”skirt that would have fit you. If I had your address, I would send it to you!
Such an informative post. I used to be an Ann Taylor fan, and still have some dresses from 25 years ago, pure silk, still timeless style and I would wear them if they still fit. I’m no longer size 4 petite LOL.
Ha ha! In my late 60's now. Back in my day? Sizing in Canada STARTED at "Size 5". Wonder what it equates to now? Thinking "Size 2". Vintage garments which are labeled "Size 12" would probably fit today's "Size 8" ladies. It's unfortunate that Covid eliminated the dressing rooms in pretty much every thrift store in Canada. They were never reinstated. So many women wear tank tops & leggings in Value Village now and try on garments in the mirror aisles. I still end up returning a lot of pieces which don't actually fit me well when trying them on at home. Sometimes I put REALLY excellent finds in a "doesn't fit" bin for future resale but to date? Have given most of my 'doesn't fit stuff away to younger skinnier gals... 😉 I hope to open a Vintage Gypsy online store. "Someday". I am obviously a vintage-aholic thrifter. LOVE thrifting!
What a fascinating video! I loved this video so much. The back stories and video/photo editing you added was amazing, like a detailed mini documentary. So good. I still have an old XX1 dress that is actually 100% silk. Not a chance you could find that today. Just great Laura, thank you so much
Really enjoyed this video.‘I’ve found some great early 00s and 90s Old Navy and other brands that have gone downhill. I remember buying a lot of this stuff the first time around but I struggle shopping in those stores now due to how cheap they are now.
Another excellent video. Your knowledge on fabric and history of these companies is fascinating to me. I cannot believe that some high-end design brand has not hired you to work for them. I am always amazed at how much helpful information you know about fashion & fabric. 👏🏼
I can't believe 1980-2010 brands are "vintage" mostly because I've been thrifting since the 80's and vintage was 20's - 60's! (and earlier, even Victorian). I do enjoy coming across Department store brands not appreciated as much at the time. It would be fun for you to do a Men's wear video since a lot of the styles these days are over sized. Probably the last dozen or so pieces I've thrifted were 100% wool, Angora or Cotton sweaters, some from 60-80, the most recent a Dockers from 90's-00's.....remember Dockers? Lots of better knits for men under early Banana Republic and Gap labels. I really enjoy your videos :)
I would love to hear more about the use of polyester and what are your thoughts on when it is acceptable, and why. What is ”good” quality polyester? I have bought two vintage Lacoste knit sweaters that were made in France. They have a classic shape with a v neck. But they are only 51% wool and 49% polyester! I am thinking, why would they have done that. I came to the conclusion that maybe because Lacoste was originally a sportswear brand. And a sweater with polyester would be practical… The Lacoste knit sweaters nowadays are made of 100% wool, or even cashmere I think, and the brand has a more lucorious profile. That would also be an interesting story.
Regarding Brooks Bros, I’d recommend the 99% Invisible miniseries about the history of “American Ivy.” And I once found a vintage silk jersey DVF wrap dress at a thrift store for $10. 😉
Did that style used to be called a "Pea Coat"? Those short jackets will never go out of style. Especially love the vintage brands which sold for hundreds.
What do you all think of this video style as a new series?! Making this was so much fun, but I also want to note that all of this information was found online in older articles, if I missed anything please don't hesitate to share or correct me. Trying to understand a global economy and fashion history is not for the faint of heart. And I am no expert. But I know some of you are and I always love hearing from anyone with more expertise. 💞
Last week I thrifted a 100% wool tweed blazer by a company called Bariloche (a Spanish company based in Madrid). It was beautifully crafted, even the lining. Have you heard of this company?
Btw, love your videos about thrifting. I’m new at this so your info helps a lot
I worked in a department store in the 80’s , I see lambswool sweaters in thrift stores today from the 80’s because I recognize some of the labels and the sweaters look like new, no pilling ,color still vibrant .
I have found vintage old navy pieces that were 100% silk and 100% cashmere!!! Who knew??? I’ve noticed that vintage sweaters from the early 90’s are an often a cotton / ramie blend. Whatever happened to ramie??? I never see it in newer pieces. No longer used due to cost cutting measures? Enjoyed the video!! I’m very interested in the construction of clothes.
I have ok one 100% ramie blouse that I bought last year. It's by Massimo Dutti and cost maybe 40 €
Yep, Old Navy briefly dipped a toe into cashmere in 2007-2009.
I worked at Old Navy in 2006-2007 and Old Navy did sell some cashmere sweaters and leather jackets. They were not stocked in the store I worked at but we would sometimes get returns of them.
@ amazing !!
14:00 I remember shopping at forever 21 back in 2006 and I still have pieces I wear to this day!
I just recently got rid of a forever 21 blouse that was SILK and I had it for 15+ years. Their older clothes used to wash and wear well.
Fantastic video Laura!!!
I’m 59 and have been thrifting since I was 21 in 1987, brands and quality has changed so much over time. The brands I adored and envied in the 80’s and 90’s, yes Jones New York and Liz Claiborne included, have disappeared over time unfortunately. The older pieces I bought, new and secondhand, are carefully looked after so they continue to be enjoyed year after year. The dresses of my youth and younger adulthood seem to be a thing of the past but now when I find one secondhand, I’m elated beyond measure because I know it is indeed a gem 💎 ❤ I feel a lot of gratitude as well, for growing up in a time where quality was still important and attainable. I’m also so happy when I can pass something onto to someone else to enjoy, after a successful career, I can no longer work so decided to part ways with a lot I just didn’t need anymore. It is absolutely thrilling to meet someone at my door who is going to enjoy the piece as much as I have.
Thank you for the research you do and the enthusiasm, appreciation, and knowledge you share with all of us!
I LOVED this historical fashion video! I loved how you actually taught us that yes it’s work but you can still find hidden gems at the thrift store! Guess was so fun, it was a classic with a a sexy twist. Brooks Brothers and Abe, wow! I would love to see the history of Levi’s, I think it is hard to find quality at the store now, also Wrangler.
I have a Guess tote bag that I got from someone, and its been 15 years that I've had it, and it still is in working shape. I am astounded at the quality honestly. I love things that just stand the test of time, and are solid, dependable pieces. Cant imagine finding something like this these days.
I’ve been wearing my Lucchese boots for 15 years.
i thought you deserved some positive feedback for this video. I really enjoyed it, very entertaining with the history and details about the manufacturing processes then and now. You speak very well and have a solid vocabulary, something not always seen on TH-cam! I don't live in the US and only have access to one local thrift store but I still manage to survive and would say that about 95% of my wardrobe is thrifted. Today I wore an Austrian wool coat (80% wool/20% alpaca) with possibly horn buttons.I can now also say it has the double backed buttons as well. As it cost me only 5 euros, I can say it was a definite bargain and cheaper by lotsLearnt this from your video. So, safe to say that I, for one, like this format.
I’m glad you explained the issues with rayon. I had no idea about it until recently.
My favorite video you've done recently. I appreciated that you did include some newer pieces that are still good quality. Would love more of these videos. Bonus points for more styling! Thanks for the work on this.
Did I miss it but uhhh what about that fabulous sweater you are wearing!!?? Love it!! Thank you for doing this series. I want to see more, please.
It’s vintage!! ❤️❤️ But I saw a few on eBay if you search stripe mohair cardigan
I have so many vintage Jones and Liz items. Plus lots of lovely vintage Talbots - they often have lovely silks and wool items
The greatest video! Since watching you, I look for quality clothing versus cheap fast fashion.
That guess jacket is ❤ *chef's kiss*!
Hi there! Loved this video. You're so knowledgeable and impressive. (And beautiful. And youthful. And THIN!! 😭 😂)
Wondering whether you can do a deep dive into the Japanese designer Kansai Yamamoto? I used to adore his pieces in the early 70's.
I actually still own a 100% mohair sweater which I purchased new in 1975. Cost me a veritable FORTUNE back then.
His vintage garments can still sell for a pretty penny!
Anyway, thanks for taking the time to read this & hope to see Kansai Yamamoto designs featured in a future video.
two years ago i started only buying vintage clothes as it made we sad to see the bad quality of clothing being sold now . I feel sad for people in the future that won't have beautiful vintage items to buy as todays clothing won't last that long
I learned so much from this video! I got a 100% wool coat on Poshmark last year for $40.😊
I’ve just stumbled across you here. This video is outstanding. You’ve perfectly articulated everything I feel and believe about fashion, thrifting, buying vintage, and the sad decline of once superb labels. When you compared the Jones NY silk to current Doen-yes yes! All true. I love how your mind works and how you approach it all so thoughtfully on every level. Thank you.
I always learn so much from your videos. I’m not really a fashion person but it’s interesting to hear about the different fabrics.
Thank you, Laura, for your excellent series of videos on how to find well-constructed clothing from high-quality materials.
Omgosh, let's leave a COMMENT here. haha. Laura, I'm so glad I found your channel over the winter holiday. I've always loved clothes, have been an avid online-secondhand shopper for several years, and have learned so much from your videos since coming across them. For whatever I thought I knew before, you really cracked open something about how to inspect clothes, what to look for in person, HOW to thrift in person, and I'm so grateful for it. While binging your channel, I came across a video where you said you didn't really know what your niche was here in the thrifting-TH-cam community because you didn't really fit in the conventional places. I'm here to tell you that is such a , refreshing thing. You not only provide great thrift with me's, but your insights while you're doing them are indispensable and stand out so much. I love how much you love fashion, the creativity behind it, and how to bring that into your own lifestyle.
And as a fun anecdote of putting this all into practice: last weekend, you inspired me to get out from behind my beloved TRR and Poshmark accounts, and go to my local thrift stores, WHEREIN I found, what? A vintage Jones New York trench! haha! And it had what on the inside? Reenforced button-backs on the backs of the buttons! I gasped not once but twice when I watched this video, then was amply pleased with myself. hahaha. In any event, you have a real something to share and thanks for doing it! Love what you're putting out there and loved this vid!
😭😭😭 thank you so much for this comment!!! It’s means so much! I’m so glad you’re finding value in my thrift adventures 🥰 and yessss to that trench coat with reinforced buttons 🙌🙌🙌
The silk dress looked beautiful on you.
I have a floor length alpaca cardigan from doen .. found for 6.99 at value village upon emailing the company they said to make over 2000.00 ... Ill always thrift for material and fit ..
Rayon dyes beautifully. And I love the feel and hand of it. The problem with rayon clothes is they are so sloppily and crookedly hemmed that I always have to cut off the factory hem job then re-hem the garment myself. I can understand that a person who doesn’t sew would never want to buy these pieces. Almost every ready-to-wear garment I’ve bought in the last seven/ten years has required some kind of alteration to make it fit properly: taking in huge arm holes, taking out and resetting lumpy zippers, re-sewing seams that were serged with the tension too low and are separating, adding darts to a shapeless back, re-attaching dangling buttons, etc.
Congratulations! great info.😍
I started adding my wardrobe to Indyx today, and I was reminded how amazing my vintage Kors Michael Kors coat is. It's probably from the 90s. It's 80% wool, 20% angora, below-knee length and olive green. I bought it at consignment for $100 and I wear it constantly. The lining is falling apart but I continue to sew it back together by hand. I wonder if I can get it relined professionally because the outside looks new.
Great video! You are truly one of the most interesting YTs - almost 59 and so happy for being a life long thrifter who learned about great quality pieces via my mum! Keep this type of content coming, Laura!
What a cool video. Keep these coming. I know it was a lot of research but so appreciated! I learned so much!
Well, I have clothing from mainstream retailers from 20 years ago & I can tell you the fabric quality has definitely changed. Fabrics are thinner & mostly synthetic now. Fabrication relies on stretch. No darts, no waist seams, no real construction & definitely no lining. All the seams are surged & somewhat raw (not stitched down) Even at higher end retailers the quality is just not there for the price tag. Vintage resellers & fast fashion have affected what you can find in thriftstores. It's mostly fast fashion (Shein) anything that isn't has a higher price than it used to. But vintage resellers buy in bulk & clean out all the good quality to sell in their cyber boutiques at inflated prices. Thrifting has changed.
Oh the heartbreak. You are absolutely correct. I love thrifting, but the game has definitely changed. And not for the better...
this was such a good video. and thank you for featuring forever 21. i just did a closet clean out and i'm still hanging on to a 100% cotton sweater from 2007 from forever 21. they used to have good stuff!
Love this video, please make more!
What are the dark blue jeans you are wearing in this video? They look amazing on you!
They are Levi’s high loose ❤️❤️
I didn’t know about Ballentyne, but if I find a Pringle cashmere I snag it. Found 4 of them at a church thrift store in NC. $2 each. Still wear them and love them, especially in Florida this week, as you well know!
I just sourced a beautiful linen Vintage Jones NY Lagenlook top today. Quality!
Excellent video. So interesting. We didn't know how good we had it back then. Would love to see more videos like this one. Thanks.
I will thrift and actively search for vintage Forever 21 and Charlotte Russe! I have 100% silk skirts, genuine leather jackets, wool pants, and a heavy 100% cotton knit chunky sweater from them. I cannot believe that the forever 21 i grew up with is the forever 21 we have now, but it is what it is. I started focusing on materials vs style over the last year and it's made such a difference in how i feel in my clothes, and it's such a plus knowing i can also hand them down to my nieces if they want them 15-20 years from now
I agree. The quality just isn't what it used to be. I see it in pieces from Banana Republic I purchased 20 yrs ago. I also see it in fabrics, whether it be pre-made or even the materials available for those that sew/ knit (create) at home.
Because of your videos, I made an educational visit to my local Goodwill in North Atlanta. Did not buy anything, but found three vintage pieces that were beautifully made. One was “Made in Italy”skirt that would have fit you. If I had your address, I would send it to you!
Oh, I just love that DVF dress! SO beautiful!
Such an informative post. I used to be an Ann Taylor fan, and still have some dresses from 25 years ago, pure silk, still timeless style and I would wear them if they still fit. I’m no longer size 4 petite LOL.
I love AT and that’s literally my size! 😍
Ha ha! In my late 60's now. Back in my day? Sizing in Canada STARTED at "Size 5". Wonder what it equates to now? Thinking "Size 2".
Vintage garments which are labeled "Size 12" would probably fit today's "Size 8" ladies.
It's unfortunate that Covid eliminated the dressing rooms in pretty much every thrift store in Canada. They were never reinstated.
So many women wear tank tops & leggings in Value Village now and try on garments in the mirror aisles.
I still end up returning a lot of pieces which don't actually fit me well when trying them on at home.
Sometimes I put REALLY excellent finds in a "doesn't fit" bin for future resale but to date? Have given most of my 'doesn't fit stuff away to younger skinnier gals... 😉 I hope to open a Vintage Gypsy online store. "Someday".
I am obviously a vintage-aholic thrifter. LOVE thrifting!
What a fascinating video! I loved this video so much. The back stories and video/photo editing you added was amazing, like a detailed mini documentary. So good. I still have an old XX1 dress that is actually 100% silk. Not a chance you could find that today. Just great Laura, thank you so much
Really enjoyed this video.‘I’ve found some great early 00s and 90s Old Navy and other brands that have gone downhill. I remember buying a lot of this stuff the first time around but I struggle shopping in those stores now due to how cheap they are now.
Loved this video ❤
Another excellent video. Your knowledge on fabric and history of these companies is fascinating to me.
I cannot believe that some high-end design brand has not hired you to work for them. I am always amazed at how much helpful information you know about fashion & fabric. 👏🏼
I just found a DVF silk blouse last weekend at the local Savers! I have been coveting DVF for years but could never justify the price.
I found DVF vintage 70s at garage sale silk wrap in neutral . For 10 dollars . Her daughter or granddaughter own or run it now.
I love vintage jones New York.
This is fantastic video
I keep waiting for you to mention Doncaster. That NC based vintage brand was predominantly really high quality, but it seems widely unknown today.
Can you share details on your haircut type/ styling method? Off topic, but I am really interested in trying hair like yours.
I think she knows how to use a flat iron very effectively!
Really like learning the history of the companies…thanks!
I can't believe 1980-2010 brands are "vintage" mostly because I've been thrifting since the 80's and vintage was 20's - 60's! (and earlier, even Victorian). I do enjoy coming across Department store brands not appreciated as much at the time. It would be fun for you to do a Men's wear video since a lot of the styles these days are over sized. Probably the last dozen or so pieces I've thrifted were 100% wool, Angora or Cotton sweaters, some from 60-80, the most recent a Dockers from 90's-00's.....remember Dockers? Lots of better knits for men under early Banana Republic and Gap labels. I really enjoy your videos :)
Lovely video
❤❤❤ great video.
Excellent content!
Absolutely love your sweater! Where is it from??
It’s vintage! But I saw a few similar listed on eBay searching striped mohair cardigan ❤️
Great video! Where are those dark wash jeans from?
They are Levi’s high loose ❤️❤️ hopefully dropping a Levi’s quality video soon 😉
super interesting video!!!
I would love to hear more about the use of polyester and what are your thoughts on when it is acceptable, and why. What is ”good” quality polyester? I have bought two vintage Lacoste knit sweaters that were made in France. They have a classic shape with a v neck. But they are only 51% wool and 49% polyester! I am thinking, why would they have done that. I came to the conclusion that maybe because Lacoste was originally a sportswear brand. And a sweater with polyester would be practical… The Lacoste knit sweaters nowadays are made of 100% wool, or even cashmere I think, and the brand has a more lucorious profile. That would also be an interesting story.
Is it legal for a brand to label a product as a "wool coat" when there is 0% wool?? Same goes for "wool coats" where the blend only has like 10% wool.
Where do you thrift?
I thrift everywhere! But mostly focus on goodwill ❤️
How did that Jones New York dress fit you. It was a size 8 and you are so tiny.
It definitely didn’t fit 😂 thankfully it was a wrap style so I could belt it. But I’ll be listing it soon so it can hopefully find the right home ❤️
Love love love, I've always noticed the decline as a life-long thrifter.
Regarding Brooks Bros, I’d recommend the 99% Invisible miniseries about the history of “American Ivy.”
And I once found a vintage silk jersey DVF wrap dress at a thrift store for $10. 😉
Forever 21 was always a crappy brand. The Shein of its heyday. Other brands you might like to look for are Evan-Piccone, Carol Little, and Espirit.
Carole Little is always a favorite of mine 😊
I love the brooks brothers coat
Did that style used to be called a "Pea Coat"? Those short jackets will never go out of style. Especially love the vintage brands which sold for hundreds.