i loved this video and want to recommend getting a rechargeable depiller--it's like $20 and takes about 20 minutes to depill a sweater, plus it's super easy. almost all sweaters will pill (even if they're good quality), including cashmere and wool ones. using a depiller has saved me so much money because i can thrift so many more beautiful sweaters that have pilled and make them look like new.
Just finished doing this to a bunch of clothes this morning and can confirm - this has saved me so many items over the last few years, both thrifted and new!
I moved from Los Angeles to rural Mississippi and there is an enormous difference in the availability of thrifting options in the two places. I’m also a plus size woman. I have not had much luck with thrifting in my new home.
I think things that should be bought new: Underwear/under garments, specialty items that don't fit standard sizing, and athletic wear (the sweat scent and stains can be hard to get out).
I thrift sweaters, dresses, and blouses most often -- both at thrift stores and online. I never (or almost never) thrift shoes, underwear, tank tops, plain tee shirts, and swimwear.
@autumnelizabeth4973 Thrift is usually large, donation-based store that sells anything people bring in for more or less the same very cheap prices: Goodwill, Savers, St. Vincent dePaul, charity shops, etc. Second hand included thrift and sellers that select or curate certain used or vintage items that they think are trendy, desirable brands, styles, etc. and will price them (usually higher) based on how popular, rare, or likely to sell. This is stuff like consignment shops, poshmark, depop, etsy, specialty vintage boutiques, etc. Even though they are not as cheap as thrifting, they are still worth a look since you can more easily find nice things, and they are still more sustainable, of course, than shopping new.
@autumnelizabeth4973I feel like thrifting is going to Goodwill, Savers, etc. Secondhand could mean anything used, including thrifting but also places like Depop, ThredUp, or curated stores.
I never have expectations for specific items and styles at the thrift store because it ruins the fun. I know now that I’ll always come out empty handed and disappointed. I’ve also noticed that I tend to settle for whatever I can find despite the quality or fit if I get too specific.
If I go to Goodwill & the Salvation Army, the dresses are always shitty fast fashion brands and there are never good quality T-shirts or blouses. If I go to local thrift stores or Saver's (I always have better luck at Saver's for some reason?!) I find pricier clothing from Banana Republic, Ralph Lauren, J. Crew, as well as vintage dresses from the 80s and 90s. Local thrift stores > chains.
i have the same experience with savers! one time i went out to a bunch of those boutique type thrift shops (like the ones that buy ur clothes and only take what they think is trendy yk) and only got like 2 things (out of like 3 places) and then i went to savers js randomly and i found 2 things that i had been looking for for a while- like its so crazy lol
i love this video!! ok so i have been thrifting for YEARS. now that i'm not in college anymore/working in an office/girlbossing i realized i needed an entirely new wardrobe for business/business casual... but i am SO used to thrifting and it's so hard to find clean, well-cut pieces at thrift shops. i've had some luck but i'm realizing i need to bite the bullet and prob spend a couple hundred on new clothes for work. so if anyone has any recs of where to shop lmk bc i have no idea!
second hand online platforms are great. if you're in the uk i recommend vinted i think depop is international but its a little more pricey. ive found a bunch of like low rise suit trousers on vinted & blouses
This video just opened my eyes to how bad some thrift stores are. I’ve had the best luck with things like vintage ck and Levi jeans, sunglasses, swimsuits, and cardigans at my local savers thrift store. I feel like it just depends on the area you live in.
Jeans thrift tip: Check men's jeans section. They often put women's jeans there that are vintage or basic 100% cotton because people seem to think if clothes are not bedazzled, tight, or full or elastic, then they must be men's. I have found good basic 90s jeans that were clearly originally made for female frames in the men's section.
I have over 10 pairs of thrifted jeans, love them all, they’re so easy to find! Including Levi’s and Lee. Jeans are definitely one of the easiest items to thrift imo!
Awesome video! Agree on all of these- I actually bought an early 90s vintage bathing suit from a vintage seller (never worn, tags still on) and it is the best bathing suit I've ever bought. But like the dress comment, it was from a very trusted seller.
Can you list brands that sell the interesting basic tops with the interesting shapes? The only one I know of is Paloma wool. I don’t really see those tops at reformation or anything like that
@@devvv7 adding on, I think you could also try out some Asian brands since conversion for you (guessing you’re from the west) makes things more affordable. There are so many great brands out here. Apara Studio does great quality pieces, Saero Collective, Singapore brand RYE. Lots of Korean brands to keep an eye out for too although size range is awful xx
I would NOT recommend buying your EVERYDAY shoes from the thrift. If its something you'll only wear for specific outfits or events sure, but buy shoes new and let them be worn out for a year or two. Especially ballet falts since they dont last very long i bought a pair seven months ago and have worn them religiously every single day since only now the soles is completely sanded away from daily use, thats what you need. Maybe a bad example since ballet flats dont last very long anyway.
Agree with you 100%!! I found soo many Adidas leggings and shorts,so now I have to run marathon to use them all😂 ( and capris,wool, cashmere and moher sweaters)❤❤❤ ( All summer I spend at thrift store on the great sale,so I was laughing stock for my colleges,and now,i got all what i need,and this shop closed,so they asking to sell something 😂😂
Great Video!! I have recently come across your channel, and I have enjoyed every single video, especially the interior design meets fashion videos. Also, I love your pants; where are they from?
i loved this video and want to recommend getting a rechargeable depiller--it's like $20 and takes about 20 minutes to depill a sweater, plus it's super easy. almost all sweaters will pill (even if they're good quality), including cashmere and wool ones. using a depiller has saved me so much money because i can thrift so many more beautiful sweaters that have pilled and make them look like new.
@@michellenadonbelanger2987 omg gonna get one immediately
Depiller and a steamer, both must haves.
Yes! I have found high end sweaters at a thrift store with just pilling. I can easily make it look like new with a sweater shaver!
Just finished doing this to a bunch of clothes this morning and can confirm - this has saved me so many items over the last few years, both thrifted and new!
I moved from Los Angeles to rural Mississippi and there is an enormous difference in the availability of thrifting options in the two places. I’m also a plus size woman. I have not had much luck with thrifting in my new home.
I live in Alabama and I also have no luck in my thrift stores😭
I think things that should be bought new: Underwear/under garments, specialty items that don't fit standard sizing, and athletic wear (the sweat scent and stains can be hard to get out).
I thrift sweaters, dresses, and blouses most often -- both at thrift stores and online. I never (or almost never) thrift shoes, underwear, tank tops, plain tee shirts, and swimwear.
I’ve had great luck with dresses at thrift stores and agree with many of your other ‘finds’. Thanks for presenting this info in this manner. Helpful.
Agreed. Dresses are my most 'thrifted' item for sure.
Hard to thrift, but easy to find second hand: vintage docs. Nice and worn in, and still great quality
omg thats a great idea! but im kinda a newbie at this so whats the difference between thrift and second hand?
@autumnelizabeth4973 Thrift is usually large, donation-based store that sells anything people bring in for more or less the same very cheap prices: Goodwill, Savers, St. Vincent dePaul, charity shops, etc. Second hand included thrift and sellers that select or curate certain used or vintage items that they think are trendy, desirable brands, styles, etc. and will price them (usually higher) based on how popular, rare, or likely to sell. This is stuff like consignment shops, poshmark, depop, etsy, specialty vintage boutiques, etc. Even though they are not as cheap as thrifting, they are still worth a look since you can more easily find nice things, and they are still more sustainable, of course, than shopping new.
@autumnelizabeth4973I feel like thrifting is going to Goodwill, Savers, etc. Secondhand could mean anything used, including thrifting but also places like Depop, ThredUp, or curated stores.
I never have expectations for specific items and styles at the thrift store because it ruins the fun. I know now that I’ll always come out empty handed and disappointed. I’ve also noticed that I tend to settle for whatever I can find despite the quality or fit if I get too specific.
If I go to Goodwill & the Salvation Army, the dresses are always shitty fast fashion brands and there are never good quality T-shirts or blouses.
If I go to local thrift stores or Saver's (I always have better luck at Saver's for some reason?!) I find pricier clothing from Banana Republic, Ralph Lauren, J. Crew, as well as vintage dresses from the 80s and 90s. Local thrift stores > chains.
i have the same experience with savers! one time i went out to a bunch of those boutique type thrift shops (like the ones that buy ur clothes and only take what they think is trendy yk) and only got like 2 things (out of like 3 places) and then i went to savers js randomly and i found 2 things that i had been looking for for a while- like its so crazy lol
i love this video!! ok so i have been thrifting for YEARS. now that i'm not in college anymore/working in an office/girlbossing i realized i needed an entirely new wardrobe for business/business casual... but i am SO used to thrifting and it's so hard to find clean, well-cut pieces at thrift shops. i've had some luck but i'm realizing i need to bite the bullet and prob spend a couple hundred on new clothes for work. so if anyone has any recs of where to shop lmk bc i have no idea!
second hand online platforms are great. if you're in the uk i recommend vinted i think depop is international but its a little more pricey. ive found a bunch of like low rise suit trousers on vinted & blouses
cos is nice, a little pricey and not the best quality for the price but def better than hm or zara and their designs are really nice
This video just opened my eyes to how bad some thrift stores are. I’ve had the best luck with things like vintage ck and Levi jeans, sunglasses, swimsuits, and cardigans at my local savers thrift store. I feel like it just depends on the area you live in.
Jeans thrift tip: Check men's jeans section. They often put women's jeans there that are vintage or basic 100% cotton because people seem to think if clothes are not bedazzled, tight, or full or elastic, then they must be men's. I have found good basic 90s jeans that were clearly originally made for female frames in the men's section.
I have over 10 pairs of thrifted jeans, love them all, they’re so easy to find! Including Levi’s and Lee. Jeans are definitely one of the easiest items to thrift imo!
Agreed! I bought a pair for $5 to find out they are originally $130 and it's what started me finding so many good ones. I was very pleased. 🙇♀️
I love thrifting dresses, it’s actually a problem how often I’m tempted to buy pretty dresses I don’t need
Awesome video! Agree on all of these- I actually bought an early 90s vintage bathing suit from a vintage seller (never worn, tags still on) and it is the best bathing suit I've ever bought. But like the dress comment, it was from a very trusted seller.
Picked up 4 suede jackets and 2 suede midi skirts on Poshmark. I sell a lot so usually have credit and my purchases are free.
Can you list brands that sell the interesting basic tops with the interesting shapes? The only one I know of is Paloma wool. I don’t really see those tops at reformation or anything like that
@@devvv7 I like deiji studios and with jean! Pricier side so I don’t own many but good quality xx
Geel and line by k too! Tho same with prices but great quality. Gimaguas is cute but the quality can be varying.
Thank you everyone for answering! On the hunt for the elevated basics 💗
If you're looking for something more affordable you could also try motel rocks, haven't ordered from them yet myself though :)
@@devvv7 adding on, I think you could also try out some Asian brands since conversion for you (guessing you’re from the west) makes things more affordable. There are so many great brands out here. Apara Studio does great quality pieces, Saero Collective, Singapore brand RYE. Lots of Korean brands to keep an eye out for too although size range is awful xx
I would NOT recommend buying your EVERYDAY shoes from the thrift. If its something you'll only wear for specific outfits or events sure, but buy shoes new and let them be worn out for a year or two. Especially ballet falts since they dont last very long i bought a pair seven months ago and have worn them religiously every single day since only now the soles is completely sanded away from daily use, thats what you need. Maybe a bad example since ballet flats dont last very long anyway.
Love your pants :)
Agree with you 100%!! I found soo many Adidas leggings and shorts,so now I have to run marathon to use them all😂 ( and capris,wool, cashmere and moher sweaters)❤❤❤
( All summer I spend at thrift store on the great sale,so I was laughing stock for my colleges,and now,i got all what i need,and this shop closed,so they asking to sell something 😂😂
* cries in european *
I always wonder why no one fills the gap and brings Goodwill to Europe 😭
@@LOlmala22honestly I’m so surprised no one has done it yet
@@LOlmala22 idk i feel like we all have our local goodwills in a way like france has emmaus, germany has humana, the uk has charity shops etc...
theres a really good place in kaiserslautern (i think?), germany, and its called "second plus secondhand shop" and its so good like u need to go
Great Video!! I have recently come across your channel, and I have enjoyed every single video, especially the interior design meets fashion videos. Also, I love your pants; where are they from?
@@fatimag9119 thank you so much!! these ones are from COS
Thankyou for your video i really appreciate you ❤thank you x
You should thrift quality.
Where did you get your pants from!?
@@contraptionsarefunny COS! 🫶🏽
@@__phoebe.taylor is it the wide-leg tailored denim pants in blue? yours seem darker than those
@@ginaledor4277 just had a look and it was deff that style but they must not have the darker colour anymore!
Why do you move the mic so much?
Love your videos 🎀 thank you so much. If this is your house can you give us a tour? 😏
@@TheAjlatan it’s my sisters house! She’s actually uploading a house tour soon! Her channel is @MaddyBeard
The good cute belts are never at thrift stores