The "thicker" material you're referring to is when the jeans are 100% cotton vs. jeans that are like 97-98% cotton with 2-3% spandex that a lot of fast fashion brands are doing now. 100% cotton jeans last longer too! 😊
A few months ago I couldn't believe my luck because I finally found the perfect pair of mom jeans from the brand I've never heard of and what's funnier, I found them in a "bins" type thrift store where everything costs below 1$ AND IT WASN'T EVEN IN A CITY WHERE I LIVE thank you, thrifting gods
Hey Alexa! I I sell vintage clothing on Depop and specialize in fitting vintage denim on people! I think the reason why you find a little more trouble finding your fit in the men’s section is because your body is more curvy in the hip area and you’re also really long and tall in the hip to midriff section! Where Haleyscorner is potentially a little less long and hippy the rise of the men’s fit comes up higher on her body and that’s why it sits slightly lower on you in comparison. NOW I know you said you tend to fit better in Bill Blass denim and that’s totally because they tend to still keep their high rise (12-14” rises) but allow for more hip room so you’re still getting your high rise fit on your bod but can get them over your thighs and bum. Levi’s and wrangler unisex denim tend to only have an 11” rise max and like you said, you need a 12” because your length is a little longer! Anyway I feel like I’m blabbing on now but yeah, was that even helpful? I dunno! Stick with your bill Blass and specifically vintage Women’s Levi’s where the hips will have an inch more that you need. Also I love the brand JW& Co or Jeanworks & Co for vintage denim that gives room in the hips but still has a long enough rise to be appropriately high waisted and what you’re looking for ☺️☺️✌🏻
nostalgikid i agree! I never find mom jeans that fit me perfect in the men’s section, because i have hips and a smaller waist. All of my best fitting mom jeans have come from the women’s section :) I am also 6’0, and the mom jeans ive found in the women’s section almost always have higher rises
@@reaganguerrero8662 my Depop is. emmmavictoria and today I posted a video guide on how to measure. yourself for mom jeans to my instagram. which is @nostalgikid :)
Your thrifting outfit was so cute and also I feel the struggle of finding mom jeans sooo hard. It was a trend that I always wanted to try but because I’m curvy it was super hard finding one’s that fit my hips and my waist. I’ve managed to find one PERFECT pair in the hundreds of times I’ve gone thrifting for jeans and I’ve found two other pairs that are meh but I wear anyway because I wanted variety. I feel like the majority of “trendy” girls I see wearing them are quite slim or get their mom jeans from AE where they’re kinda stretchy and I just don’t do fast fashion anymore... I think you found some super cute jeans and I’m going to channel this video next time I go looking for mom jeans because it can be a frustrating process when sizing is all messed up and you start comparing the way they look on you to how they look on thinner women. The strug is real :/
Liz Carr what I have found is that I have to size up quite a bit for vintage mom jeans, I’m a 12 but my mom jeans are normally a 16 or 18. Also my waist and way smaller than my hips and I realized 501s literally are awful for my body, 550s, Chic brand, lands end, and wrangler I think fit the best! I hope this helps!
Lindsey Marsteller the pair I have that fits super well are “riders” which I believe are by Lee Jeans. I also have a pair of Lee jeans but they’re not as high waisted. The two I have that I like best are my true size of a 10 but I also have another pair that fits me but are only slight baggy that are a size 14 “petite”. I definitely try all sizes it’s just a bit of a body image issue I think. I have gotten better about the size thing where I don’t let it bother me that I have to size up one or two but sometimes it just hits ya wrong ya know? I cannot do Levi’s either. I have tried even new ones on and I really dislike them because IMO they’re made for thin women 🤷🏻♀️
Absolutely. A reason larger sizes aren't in thrifts is due to the fact nobody was making larger sizes for us. I wear AE jeans. I don't think it's been a full year since they expanded their sizing.
I thrifted a couple amazing pair of mom jeans , lost a couple inches, and now I have had zero luck finding any that don’t gap at the waist or constrict my thighs.
You might be able to fit in boys sizes better then mens, but mens and boys don't usually taper at the waist. You could put elastic in the waistband, I did that to a pair of jeans last year and added buttons, oh girl those jeans were the best. When I was bloated I could loosen, if was slim I could tighten. They are the best!
Tbh I find Levis 501 especially overated, they arent high waisted enough I feel like they don't reach the smallest part of your waist and I am quite small. That being said I have yet to find jeans that fit me haha.
I feel like those are made for people with shorter torso idk if if make sense i have two 501s and I’ve a very small torso and they are very high waisted on me
Fun tip I always use is finding your vintage size! Often times in thrift stores they look at the number and then slap it on the rack. I am around a vintage size 12 so even though I'm usually a 5/6 I go there too! Especially because vintage tends to be the perfect high waisted "mom" fit for me. Some of my best pants (not just denim) are vintage!
I love thrifting at multiple stores in a row, sometimes before purchasing anything, just to get a feel for what everyone’s carrying & what varying prices are. I can never stop at just one 😂
your stores look sooo good though.. literally almost all I saw was good vintage denim and cool labels 😩 all mine have are badly fitting jeggings and low rise bootcut jeans from the early 2000s. I have one pair of nearly perfect mom jeans of the around 2 years I've been thrifting 🥺
Whenever I find any pair of pants that fits me from the thrift store I'm always so excited!! Even if the pricing is somewhat higher for a thrift store I'll get them, because I usually have to pay stupid amounts at the mall for a pair that actually fits me. I've wanted to give up looking at bottoms in the thrift store before but you always inspire me to just keep looking!! And having a tape measurer with you is honestly a game-changer for pants :)
I ALMOST found the perfect pair of mom jeans at Salvation Army (they were Calvin Klein & only $5.99!), but the waist was just a liiittle too loose so I didn’t get them. But now I’m realizing I should’ve just brought a belt and tried them on with one and they would’ve fit fine!! I’m full of so many regrets now hahah
I remember I was able to score some high rise mom jeans at goodwill! I was soo happy and I actually didn’t think they’d fit me and to my surprise in the fitting room, they fit me! I’m 17, 4’9, and have an hourglass body, so my fitting is definitely diff than others. I hope you and your families all are well and best wishes! 🌻❤️✨
i always have the hardest time finding jeans because my waist is so tiny but i have really long legs and NO hips but Levi’s are the only jeans that really fit! i’m obsessed now. 😍😍
The best mom jeans I ever found were by RIDERS and they were a light/medium wash. I found them like a decade ago in a goodwill back home in Florida. Fast forward to a few months ago I found a darker wash mom Jean with a RIDERS tag at a goodwill in Georgia and they were the same perfect size. I nearly cried from excitement lol finding good mom jeans is the ultimate win when thrifting
I honestly wish I had the issue of jeans I try on being too small lol. I’m like a size 23 / 00 so thrifting mom jeans is basically impossible because all the nice ones I find are like size 28-30 which are huge on me
Check the kids section!! Or mercari! Vintage Bongo and Guess Jeans would be great cause they run super small! 25/26 in those would actually be like a 23/24 cause they’re extra high waisted the rise is usually 12”
@@natarre. yeahh I've tried that and its great for sweaters, jackets, tops in general. But the problem is (for me at least) kids jeans do not account for my hips and butt hahahah. So eithcer they dont go up, or are way to baggy at my waist 😂 But you have a point on the Guess, their sizes are just way to small I am like a 25 in those and fit great!!!
I try to find high waisted jeans that just fit me around the waist without caring about the fit around the legs cuz it can always be altered. I found some black Levi stretchy-ish denim bell bottoms that fit me perfectly around my waist but I didn’t like how bell bottoms looked on me. So to make it more flattering I sewed a little more than half down the pant so the bell bottom turned into a relaxed skinny jean :) not too tight but not straight lol. It was easier to sew them cuz the fabric wasn’t as thick as normal vintage denim and the black color made it easier to hide the stitching
That is what people did in 1979-80 when the style changed from bell bottoms to straight/skinny legs. Instead of get rid of all your old jeans and buy new, you could take in the leg. It's a lot easier turning flares into straight than vice versa.
I’ve been trying to find a perfect pair of mom jeans! I never knew what you meant about just touching the denim and knowing they’re mom jeans... until I felt the difference between skinny jeans/jegging material and the thickkkkk mom jean material!! And now I totally get it hahahah! Also, you rearranged your room! Cute
This video inspired me to go thrifting today, and it was the 50% sale at value village here in Canada and it was insane. I found one great graphic T for myself but bought a parka to donate to a homeless shelter since it’s dangerously cold where I live right now!
The perfect brand name for Mom jeans are Gloria Vanderbilt Amanda Jeans. OMG theses jeans are made in the best material, are thick, high waisted, and are soooo comfortable!!! I found so many Gloria Vanderbilt Amanda Jeans at Goodwill!!! I love Mom jeans!! I dress my Gloria Vanderbilt jeans up or down. I miss thrifting!! I can't wait to go back to thrifting!
Thought of you the other day since I found the perfect pair of vintage mom jeans in my home town for only 1€ (which is more or less 1$). I was SO stoked! Thrifting is definitely the superior experience. 🙌🏻
I literally never find anything at this particular thrift store near my house...but something was telling me to go today. found my perfect mom jeans!!!! Yass
I’ve heard (from people who work at/with Goodwill) that they often load up their vintage jeans (the ones that will be hot items) and sell them to other places. So that might be why you can’t find good ones at Goodwill! I typically avoid Goodwills. I’ve never had luck at them here in Chicago or other places I’ve been. Savers all the way for me - as well as another more local Chicago thrift chain.
I’ve been looking for a pair of Bongo jeans like that for SOO LONG!! I’m so jealous!! I’ve looked on eBay and Depop they’re sooo expensive, you actually scored with those! 😱
I need to start getting into thrifting. There’s so many stores around me and I love fashion and expanding my wardrobe but I’m nervous it will be a waste of my time and I won’t find anything.
Alexa you are right, Mom jeans are hard to find. I don't know why. I have a hard time finding Mom jeans at the thrift store. I get so excited when I do find a pair of Mom jeans!😆 I wish Mom jeans where easy to find in the thrift store.
I live in western Washington and so thrifting is very popular and so all of the thrift stores in town are very picked over in the jean area. Recently tho, I drove into a more rural area in the state and it was full of vintage Levi’s and wranglers. Maybe if you live in a metropolitan area like me you might have better luck going off the beaten path where the prices are lower because Levi’s are less trendy and more practical. :)
Moira Landvatter I went to Bobland in Shelton, WA which would be kind of a drive for you(I live in Olympia) but the guy that runs it just like has boxes of Levi’s and wranglers for $5-$10
Sometimes i find a pair of jeans that are high wasted but not straight leg - are there any tips to altering the jeans around the ankles if you love the waste and legs but not the bottoms of the legs?
I'm glad you made this video because it's so true somedays are better than others when thrifting. Patience is a must while searching for the gems but boy oh boy when you do make the finds it's Thrilling Fun!!!👍👍
When I'm just going to thrift denim, I will wear a dress with black tights so if I can't get a dressing room, I'll try them in a corner of the store or right in the isle.. no one can see anyhing but the tights.. it works for me. My Savers has a mirror out side of the dressing rooms so that's another plus!! ✌️🌞👍❤️
Hi Alexa ! Thanks for this video. I lived in France ans it's so difficult to found a perfect pair of mom jeans in our thrift shops (we said friperies in France). Thanks for your tips ! 😘
don’t disregard the men’s jeans!!! especially if you’re a curvy girl! i’m midsize and the men’s denim section is my holy grail. i literally never find women’s pants/jeans that fit right at the thrift store and can only find gems in the men’s section.
katia kk yeah I see where you’re coming from, sometimes they’re just too low-waisted. maybe it’s bc I’m short or just preference but I have luck with them a lot of the time
Brianna Williams I feel that! It definitely takes some trial and error at first. I’m about a 14/16 and tend to look through 38s and small 40s. I hope this helps!
I have great luck thrifting Gloria Vanderbilt jeans for some reason. They are super high waist and have a little stretch so I don't get the gap in the back. Levi's usually don't fit me well and Guess never have. I think because they have more of a straight cut. It took me years to figure out what works for me and they aren't exactly a trendy brand but I like them because they look right on me and fit with the mom jean trend!
Sizing all depends on the brand in my closet I literally have jeans sized zero up to eleven and I even have jeans the same brand but in multiple sizes however most of my jeans are all thrifted and different styles
I have yet to find ONE pair of mom jeans that look good on me, so I’m going to take notes lol! I’m mid sized, though, so I hope this info still helps. I honestly think they just don’t suit my body, which is okay, but I just LOVE the look on others, so I’m still on a quest!
Thrifting jeans is by far the hardest thing for me personally, I only have 1 or 2 pairs of thrifted jeans and I only ever wear one of them lol. I feel like in terms of thrifting or buying any traditional jeans, with that strong and resilient but stiff denim fabric, my curves really hold me back. I have about a 10 inch difference between my waist and my hips so I never find traditional, thick, good quality jeans that fit both my waist and my hips. I've sort of resigned myself to the fact that the only jeans that fit me have some stretch to them. Which would explain why my fave mom jeans are unfortunately fast fashion from Boohoo (honestly the denim is much thicker than I expected and I was not expecting much). I'll still never stop trying though so your tips are always useful and I'll never stop watching you thrift awesome mom jeans either lol! Bringing the tape measure is a really good idea btw! Thanks for consistently blessing us with good content and having the strength and determination to thrift jeans in poop smelling thrift stores 😂 ❤
I feel like I like mom jeans on other people which makes me want to try them, but I'm not necessarily a fan of the slightly bulky crotch 😅. Also sometimes what I do is go to stores like ross and tjmaxx and try on brands from there because they have a lot that I've never heard of and I just familiarize myself so I don't feel stuck only looking at AE or Levis for example
i’m so jealous you were able to find jeans at that savers!! that’s my local one and I swear I must go at the worst times bc the jean section is always empty
im new to ur channel but I've watched like 4 of ur videos. and lemme say.. i love love love ur style and im so glad i found ur channel bc I've never rlly known what my style is and I've been looking for a style that is. me. and ur style rlly catches my eye. soo thank you for this video❤
I live in Oakland ca and Thrifting is pretty popular here too especially around UC Berkeley. When I was looking for jeans to make shorts I went straight to Savers in Pleasanton and had really good luck.
You should try crossroads trading! Depending what you get sometimes the prices are cheaper than savers. Also it’s right down the street from both thrift stores. I have found all my mom jeans from there.
I find another reason to look through all the sizes is that when people are thrift store shopping they may decide they don't want something after all and they just put the clothing items on any rack near them at that time.
So glad you got the Bongo pair! They’re beautiful and seem very flattering for you. I enjoyed this targeted thrifting video and your tips. I’ve used a number of them and agree with what you shared!
I know a lot of us don’t support fast fashion, but I do have to share that Walmart’s men’s Rustler jeans are the PERFECT mom jean fit. I struggle to find mom jeans that I like thrifting because I’m a size 16, so if you don’t mind the fast fashion aspect this is a really good option. They’re a thick denim and only $12 a pair! Of course I do support secondhand more because I’m not a huge fan of fast fashion either, but I thought I’d share this. Happy thrifting everyone ❤️
Also check what the fabric is made of. A lot of the good, vintage mom jeans are 100% cotton! The Lycra in them is what gives jeans their stretch, so if they have that in them make sure it’s a lower amount.
Alexa! The difference between the Goodwill Outlet and the Boutique is the boutique is a bit more pricey and they mostly only put out the name brand items. hence why they are more expensive. The outlet is just almost whatever they were donated. (which prices can be crazy, which is ridiculous since it was all donated!)
There is a small thrift store in my town and last time i was there someone took massive dump and then sprayed too much spray to compensate for the stank and it was literally unbearable and i had to leave lol
currently pregnant (talk about "mom" jeans) sooooooo not fitting normal jeans but that doesnt stop me from buying cool jeans... Cant wait to finally see if they fit after this baby is born lol. I always find the best jeans in the guys section! Best thing.. POCKETS. REAL POCKETS
Definitely always check the mens section, not just for jeans but also shirts. I find womens pants and shirts in the mens section all the time. I think the workers at my local goodwill don't know how to tell them apart very well so they just stick every button front shirt in mens (even if there are boob darts lol)
This video was so helpful! I have a hard time finding jeans in general, let alone mom jeans because I have super long legs 😂 (I’m 6’2😬😂) I also love that you gave tips for every body shape and didn’t just give tips on how to find your particular size. Love your videos!!💓
Alexa! If you want to see if a pair of jeans will fit at the smallest part of your waist, just take whatever mom jeans you have, wrap it around your neck, and however it fits will help you determine if another pair is high-waisted! For instance, I have found that jeans fit a bit too small around my neck actually make the perfect pair of high-waisted denim for me (neither too big/small). You don’t have to bring a measuring tape or even try them on with this method, imo!
I can’t understand the high waisted craze...I guess I’m stuck in the 2000s because I love low waist pants. Also I’m kind of “skinny fat” so I need that waist to sit comfortably on my hips & below my belly, lol.
You might be the first person I've ever seen say this lol, I feel like after the 2000s a lot of women developed some kind of muffin top related PTSD, I know I did! They look great on some people though and I'm sure you rock them. And tbh I have seen low rise and mid rise jeans pop up on Instagram now and then so they're definitely still a thing. And though the idea of low rise jeans becoming the new thing again and being the only thing available (like it used to be) is my personal nightmare. I feel like thankfully these days, fashion and trends are way less narrow and rigid and encompass a much bigger variety of styles and fits than they used to. Basically my point is that, fashion these days is much more about you do you and less about what celebrities are wearing or what cosmo says is trendy. So you're not stuck in the 2000s, you're just doing you :) also it must give you a pretty good advantage when thrifting lol!
I would never wear low waisted or even mid rise pants but i love the look of low rise slouchy pants with a crop top or something like low rise carpenter pants. Even low rise jeans that flare that are 2000s esk are a look in my opinion. I just wouldn’t wear them because I have a smaller waist and a bigger bottom so high waisted pants suit my pear figure more. Low rise looks the best on people with super model figures: slim, tall, and rectangular.
I’m with you on this. I don’t like super low jeans (Aka early 2000s show your thong strap type). But I like low/medium rise. If I do t try to buy High rise I usually have to size up two sizes to fit my stomach and then they are way to loose in the crotch area.
@@bums009 "being the only thing available" you just triggered me! The late 90s/early 2000s was literally that nightmare. I am long-torso already so even 'mid rise' is low on me and it was so hard finding any flattering jeans back then. It's fine if low rise comes back as an OPTION but please, dear god, not as the only thing available.
I also prefer mid rise! I'm short so most times I think high waisted makes me look too short and then low rise just makes me feel less secure lol but low rise in sweats, drawstring pants, and lighter materials doesn't bother me as much
Hey Alexa- so far as measuring the waist or rise- the Salvation Army I prefer has 12” square floor tiles so I just put them on the floor to check- gotta be a bit bigger than 24” (floor tile doubled) and I always try, decide, shower 🚿straightaway then wash what I bought- VOILE’❗️
I am not sure how close you are to Pomona, but visit eco thrift. There’s only a few around California. There’s one in my town and it’s the best. Super cheap there’s always sales on certain tags. I bought two wranglers for 4 dollars. I had to alter because I am only 5’1, but worth every penny!
I found a pair of lucky jeans in the mens last week. Found the women's version of the same exact style this week but they were too small. I'm still figuring out my size but i noticed the jeans i got were alot thicker and better quality than my normal womens jeans
all my slim thick girls --- check the little boys section!!!! sometimes they have elasticized or adjustable waists. also try vintage stores rather than thrift stores. its much more expensive but the shape of the jeans is much better for our body type
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The "thicker" material you're referring to is when the jeans are 100% cotton vs. jeans that are like 97-98% cotton with 2-3% spandex that a lot of fast fashion brands are doing now. 100% cotton jeans last longer too! 😊
THANK YOU!!!! I’ve always been curious about it and the proper term!
Only upside to the ones that are partially spandex is that they’re a little stretchy and therefor more forgiving in their fit.
Best tip from the whole video. Mind blown
Who's in their bed right now wishing they can go thrifting
I feel that haha
Mee
MORE LIKE WHO ISNT?!?
I am about to but um the sitting in your bed part uh yeah
A few months ago I couldn't believe my luck because I finally found the perfect pair of mom jeans from the brand I've never heard of and what's funnier, I found them in a "bins" type thrift store where everything costs below 1$ AND IT WASN'T EVEN IN A CITY WHERE I LIVE
thank you, thrifting gods
Hey Alexa! I I sell vintage clothing on Depop and specialize in fitting vintage denim on people!
I think the reason why you find a little more trouble finding your fit in the men’s section is because your body is more curvy in the hip area and you’re also really long and tall in the hip to midriff section! Where Haleyscorner is potentially a little less long and hippy the rise of the men’s fit comes up higher on her body and that’s why it sits slightly lower on you in comparison.
NOW I know you said you tend to fit better in Bill Blass denim and that’s totally because they tend to still keep their high rise (12-14” rises) but allow for more hip room so you’re still getting your high rise fit on your bod but can get them over your thighs and bum. Levi’s and wrangler unisex denim tend to only have an 11” rise max and like you said, you need a 12” because your length is a little longer!
Anyway I feel like I’m blabbing on now but yeah, was that even helpful? I dunno!
Stick with your bill Blass and specifically vintage Women’s Levi’s where the hips will have an inch more that you need. Also I love the brand JW& Co or Jeanworks & Co for vintage denim that gives room in the hips but still has a long enough rise to be appropriately high waisted and what you’re looking for ☺️☺️✌🏻
nostalgikid i agree! I never find mom jeans that fit me perfect in the men’s section, because i have hips and a smaller waist. All of my best fitting mom jeans have come from the women’s section :) I am also 6’0, and the mom jeans ive found in the women’s section almost always have higher rises
Super helpful!!!
What's your depop? I would love to check it out!
@@reaganguerrero8662 my Depop is. emmmavictoria and today I posted a video guide on how to measure. yourself for mom jeans to my instagram. which is @nostalgikid :)
Your thrifting outfit was so cute and also I feel the struggle of finding mom jeans sooo hard. It was a trend that I always wanted to try but because I’m curvy it was super hard finding one’s that fit my hips and my waist. I’ve managed to find one PERFECT pair in the hundreds of times I’ve gone thrifting for jeans and I’ve found two other pairs that are meh but I wear anyway because I wanted variety. I feel like the majority of “trendy” girls I see wearing them are quite slim or get their mom jeans from AE where they’re kinda stretchy and I just don’t do fast fashion anymore... I think you found some super cute jeans and I’m going to channel this video next time I go looking for mom jeans because it can be a frustrating process when sizing is all messed up and you start comparing the way they look on you to how they look on thinner women. The strug is real :/
Liz Carr what I have found is that I have to size up quite a bit for vintage mom jeans, I’m a 12 but my mom jeans are normally a 16 or 18. Also my waist and way smaller than my hips and I realized 501s literally are awful for my body, 550s, Chic brand, lands end, and wrangler I think fit the best! I hope this helps!
Lindsey Marsteller the pair I have that fits super well are “riders” which I believe are by Lee Jeans. I also have a pair of Lee jeans but they’re not as high waisted. The two I have that I like best are my true size of a 10 but I also have another pair that fits me but are only slight baggy that are a size 14 “petite”. I definitely try all sizes it’s just a bit of a body image issue I think. I have gotten better about the size thing where I don’t let it bother me that I have to size up one or two but sometimes it just hits ya wrong ya know? I cannot do Levi’s either. I have tried even new ones on and I really dislike them because IMO they’re made for thin women 🤷🏻♀️
Liz Carr i felt this so much
Absolutely. A reason larger sizes aren't in thrifts is due to the fact nobody was making larger sizes for us. I wear AE jeans. I don't think it's been a full year since they expanded their sizing.
I thrifted a couple amazing pair of mom jeans , lost a couple inches, and now I have had zero luck finding any that don’t gap at the waist or constrict my thighs.
You might be able to fit in boys sizes better then mens, but mens and boys don't usually taper at the waist. You could put elastic in the waistband, I did that to a pair of jeans last year and added buttons, oh girl those jeans were the best. When I was bloated I could loosen, if was slim I could tighten. They are the best!
Tbh I find Levis 501 especially overated, they arent high waisted enough I feel like they don't reach the smallest part of your waist and I am quite small. That being said I have yet to find jeans that fit me haha.
kanekiji yes me too, my new fave is the vintage cut of the texas Wrangler, they are more high waisted!
@@Meike4817 We don't really have Wrangler much here in Europe sadly :(
Exactly, not to mention they have no room for hips.
I feel like those are made for people with shorter torso idk if if make sense i have two 501s and I’ve a very small torso and they are very high waisted on me
I feel like Levi's in general just aren't made for girls with curves imo. I've never found any that fit me.
Fun tip I always use is finding your vintage size! Often times in thrift stores they look at the number and then slap it on the rack. I am around a vintage size 12 so even though I'm usually a 5/6 I go there too! Especially because vintage tends to be the perfect high waisted "mom" fit for me. Some of my best pants (not just denim) are vintage!
I love thrifting at multiple stores in a row, sometimes before purchasing anything, just to get a feel for what everyone’s carrying & what varying prices are. I can never stop at just one 😂
Same!
same. the best thing is setting a day aside to just go thrifting! so fun.
Just the opposite. It’s probably cause I can’t drive
You have made me be more cautious about fast fashion! Thrifting is so fun and gives you unique clothes!
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your stores look sooo good though.. literally almost all I saw was good vintage denim and cool labels 😩 all mine have are badly fitting jeggings and low rise bootcut jeans from the early 2000s. I have one pair of nearly perfect mom jeans of the around 2 years I've been thrifting 🥺
ava rose low rise bootcut jeans are cute tho!
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Whenever I find any pair of pants that fits me from the thrift store I'm always so excited!! Even if the pricing is somewhat higher for a thrift store I'll get them, because I usually have to pay stupid amounts at the mall for a pair that actually fits me. I've wanted to give up looking at bottoms in the thrift store before but you always inspire me to just keep looking!! And having a tape measurer with you is honestly a game-changer for pants :)
You’re making me Really want to go thrift lol especially jeans. It’s been a while since I last thrifted jeans lol
I ALMOST found the perfect pair of mom jeans at Salvation Army (they were Calvin Klein & only $5.99!), but the waist was just a liiittle too loose so I didn’t get them. But now I’m realizing I should’ve just brought a belt and tried them on with one and they would’ve fit fine!! I’m full of so many regrets now hahah
I never find high waisted jeans at the thrift store but I’m tempted to alter some to be high waisted even though my sewing experience is minimal lol
my gulity pleasure is watching people thrift mom jeans and when I saw this title I was so HAPPY! THANK YOU ALEXA FOR AN AMAZING VIDEO💕
I remember I was able to score some high rise mom jeans at goodwill! I was soo happy and I actually didn’t think they’d fit me and to my surprise in the fitting room, they fit me! I’m 17, 4’9, and have an hourglass body, so my fitting is definitely diff than others. I hope you and your families all are well and best wishes! 🌻❤️✨
i always have the hardest time finding jeans because my waist is so tiny but i have really long legs and NO hips but Levi’s are the only jeans that really fit! i’m obsessed now. 😍😍
The best mom jeans I ever found were by RIDERS and they were a light/medium wash. I found them like a decade ago in a goodwill back home in Florida. Fast forward to a few months ago I found a darker wash mom Jean with a RIDERS tag at a goodwill in Georgia and they were the same perfect size. I nearly cried from excitement lol finding good mom jeans is the ultimate win when thrifting
I honestly wish I had the issue of jeans I try on being too small lol. I’m like a size 23 / 00 so thrifting mom jeans is basically impossible because all the nice ones I find are like size 28-30 which are huge on me
AMEN SISTER.
Check the kids section!! Or mercari! Vintage Bongo and Guess Jeans would be great cause they run super small! 25/26 in those would actually be like a 23/24 cause they’re extra high waisted the rise is usually 12”
@@natarre. yeahh I've tried that and its great for sweaters, jackets, tops in general.
But the problem is (for me at least) kids jeans do not account for my hips and butt hahahah. So eithcer they dont go up, or are way to baggy at my waist 😂
But you have a point on the Guess, their sizes are just way to small I am like a 25 in those and fit great!!!
Crazy because I always find the best mom jeans in smaller sizes instead of my own size !!
Sayuri Chavez you could totally sell those haha I would buy them
I try to find high waisted jeans that just fit me around the waist without caring about the fit around the legs cuz it can always be altered.
I found some black Levi stretchy-ish denim bell bottoms that fit me perfectly around my waist but I didn’t like how bell bottoms looked on me. So to make it more flattering I sewed a little more than half down the pant so the bell bottom turned into a relaxed skinny jean :) not too tight but not straight lol. It was easier to sew them cuz the fabric wasn’t as thick as normal vintage denim and the black color made it easier to hide the stitching
That is what people did in 1979-80 when the style changed from bell bottoms to straight/skinny legs. Instead of get rid of all your old jeans and buy new, you could take in the leg. It's a lot easier turning flares into straight than vice versa.
I love the shirt you’re wearing at the end!! 😍
I’ve been trying to find a perfect pair of mom jeans! I never knew what you meant about just touching the denim and knowing they’re mom jeans... until I felt the difference between skinny jeans/jegging material and the thickkkkk mom jean material!! And now I totally get it hahahah! Also, you rearranged your room! Cute
How does she not have more followers!! 😭 ♥️
😭 you are so sweet!!!!
i was just watching your denim collection videos! i’m so excited! you’re my favorite, i only thrift now and i’m so thankful for your channel🤍
This video inspired me to go thrifting today, and it was the 50% sale at value village here in Canada and it was insane. I found one great graphic T for myself but bought a parka to donate to a homeless shelter since it’s dangerously cold where I live right now!
Those light wash jeans were MADE for you!
The perfect brand name for Mom jeans are Gloria Vanderbilt Amanda Jeans. OMG theses jeans are made in the best material, are thick, high waisted, and are soooo comfortable!!!
I found so many Gloria Vanderbilt Amanda Jeans at Goodwill!!! I love Mom jeans!!
I dress my Gloria Vanderbilt jeans up or down.
I miss thrifting!! I can't wait to go back to thrifting!
The light wash ones look AMAZING on you!!! Don't dye them! :-)
Thought of you the other day since I found the perfect pair of vintage mom jeans in my home town for only 1€ (which is more or less 1$). I was SO stoked! Thrifting is definitely the superior experience. 🙌🏻
The light jeans fit you like a dream! So cuteeeeee
I literally never find anything at this particular thrift store near my house...but something was telling me to go today. found my perfect mom jeans!!!! Yass
I’ve heard (from people who work at/with Goodwill) that they often load up their vintage jeans (the ones that will be hot items) and sell them to other places. So that might be why you can’t find good ones at Goodwill! I typically avoid Goodwills. I’ve never had luck at them here in Chicago or other places I’ve been. Savers all the way for me - as well as another more local Chicago thrift chain.
I’ve been looking for a pair of Bongo jeans like that for SOO LONG!! I’m so jealous!! I’ve looked on eBay and Depop they’re sooo expensive, you actually scored with those! 😱
I need to start getting into thrifting. There’s so many stores around me and I love fashion and expanding my wardrobe but I’m nervous it will be a waste of my time and I won’t find anything.
I love your guides!! They are also so informative. I love them!! I Love the mom jeans!!
Alexa you are right, Mom jeans are hard to find. I don't know why.
I have a hard time finding Mom jeans at the thrift store. I get so excited when I do find a pair of Mom jeans!😆 I wish Mom jeans where easy to find in the thrift store.
I LOVE the shirt you're wearing at the end! Thanks for this fun & informative video!
I live in western Washington and so thrifting is very popular and so all of the thrift stores in town are very picked over in the jean area. Recently tho, I drove into a more rural area in the state and it was full of vintage Levi’s and wranglers. Maybe if you live in a metropolitan area like me you might have better luck going off the beaten path where the prices are lower because Levi’s are less trendy and more practical. :)
Sophia Rose Seattle girl here and can confirm that Seattle thrift stores are usually clean out of mom jeans
Moira Landvatter I went to Bobland in Shelton, WA which would be kind of a drive for you(I live in Olympia) but the guy that runs it just like has boxes of Levi’s and wranglers for $5-$10
Sophia Rose Thanks for the tip! I’ll have to check them out!
Sometimes i find a pair of jeans that are high wasted but not straight leg - are there any tips to altering the jeans around the ankles if you love the waste and legs but not the bottoms of the legs?
I'm glad you made this video because it's so true somedays are better than others when thrifting. Patience is a must while searching for the gems but boy oh boy when you do make the finds it's Thrilling Fun!!!👍👍
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When I'm just going to thrift denim, I will wear a dress with black tights so if I can't get a dressing room, I'll try them in a corner of the store or right in the isle.. no one can see anyhing but the tights.. it works for me. My Savers has a mirror out side of the dressing rooms so that's another plus!! ✌️🌞👍❤️
Trina Golas smart!
Those light wash jeans are incredible. They'll be awesome in spring/summer!
thanks for always giving us honest content 😁👍 love you alexa! ❤️
Hi Alexa ! Thanks for this video. I lived in France ans it's so difficult to found a perfect pair of mom jeans in our thrift shops (we said friperies in France). Thanks for your tips ! 😘
That sweater you're wearing is everything😍 Omg I want it so bad!:)
Isn’t it amazing! I got it at the goodwill outlet too!!!
Those Bongo jeans are everything!! I'm totally going to look for those now, they're such a nice color!!
Just quickly wanted to say that I absolutely love the message you are spreading with your content 😍❤💪 I love your videos 😊🌟⭐❤
don’t disregard the men’s jeans!!! especially if you’re a curvy girl! i’m midsize and the men’s denim section is my holy grail. i literally never find women’s pants/jeans that fit right at the thrift store and can only find gems in the men’s section.
Ι do that to.. The only bad thing is that most of the time the men's jeans are not as high waisted as i want them
What is the size conversion for you at least? I haven't had luck yet in the men's section and I think it's partly because I can't figure out my size
Thank you for the tip!! I consider myself midsize as well and will definitely have to hit up the men’s section!
katia kk yeah I see where you’re coming from, sometimes they’re just too low-waisted. maybe it’s bc I’m short or just preference but I have luck with them a lot of the time
Brianna Williams I feel that! It definitely takes some trial and error at first. I’m about a 14/16 and tend to look through 38s and small 40s. I hope this helps!
the second outfit was so CUTE!!
I went thrifting yesterday and I actually got so lucky! I found a pair of Lee jeans that fit me so well I could cry 😭
You’re like my new favourite TH-camr!! Your videos are amazing!😍😍
Awwwww omg! Thank you love !!!!!
I have great luck thrifting Gloria Vanderbilt jeans for some reason. They are super high waist and have a little stretch so I don't get the gap in the back. Levi's usually don't fit me well and Guess never have. I think because they have more of a straight cut. It took me years to figure out what works for me and they aren't exactly a trendy brand but I like them because they look right on me and fit with the mom jean trend!
Sizing all depends on the brand in my closet I literally have jeans sized zero up to eleven and I even have jeans the same brand but in multiple sizes however most of my jeans are all thrifted and different styles
Same!!! 👏🏻🙌🏻
I have yet to find ONE pair of mom jeans that look good on me, so I’m going to take notes lol! I’m mid sized, though, so I hope this info still helps. I honestly think they just don’t suit my body, which is okay, but I just LOVE the look on others, so I’m still on a quest!
Thrifting jeans is by far the hardest thing for me personally, I only have 1 or 2 pairs of thrifted jeans and I only ever wear one of them lol. I feel like in terms of thrifting or buying any traditional jeans, with that strong and resilient but stiff denim fabric, my curves really hold me back.
I have about a 10 inch difference between my waist and my hips so I never find traditional, thick, good quality jeans that fit both my waist and my hips. I've sort of resigned myself to the fact that the only jeans that fit me have some stretch to them.
Which would explain why my fave mom jeans are unfortunately fast fashion from Boohoo (honestly the denim is much thicker than I expected and I was not expecting much). I'll still never stop trying though so your tips are always useful and I'll never stop watching you thrift awesome mom jeans either lol! Bringing the tape measure is a really good idea btw!
Thanks for consistently blessing us with good content and having the strength and determination to thrift jeans in poop smelling thrift stores 😂 ❤
I feel like I like mom jeans on other people which makes me want to try them, but I'm not necessarily a fan of the slightly bulky crotch 😅. Also sometimes what I do is go to stores like ross and tjmaxx and try on brands from there because they have a lot that I've never heard of and I just familiarize myself so I don't feel stuck only looking at AE or Levis for example
i’m so jealous you were able to find jeans at that savers!! that’s my local one and I swear I must go at the worst times bc the jean section is always empty
Haha I go to that one too and lately I've been giving up because I never have any luck anymore :( lol
Your top in the sit down portion is so cute!
im new to ur channel but I've watched like 4 of ur videos. and lemme say.. i love love love ur style and im so glad i found ur channel bc I've never rlly known what my style is and I've been looking for a style that is. me. and ur style rlly catches my eye. soo thank you for this video❤
I live in Oakland ca and Thrifting is pretty popular here too especially around UC Berkeley. When I was looking for jeans to make shorts I went straight to Savers in Pleasanton and had really good luck.
Oh dang! Good to know! I may try to visit down there soon!
You should try crossroads trading! Depending what you get sometimes the prices are cheaper than savers. Also it’s right down the street from both thrift stores. I have found all my mom jeans from there.
I find another reason to look through all the sizes is that when people are thrift store shopping they may decide they don't want something after all and they just put the clothing items on any rack near them at that time.
So glad you got the Bongo pair! They’re beautiful and seem very flattering for you. I enjoyed this targeted thrifting video and your tips. I’ve used a number of them and agree with what you shared!
the shirtyou were wearing with the puffy sleeves for the haul portion was SO CUUUUUTTTEEE
Love the measuring tape idea !💡👍🏼
Wow!!! Love your shirt in the last clip❤
The necklace and your hair make the perfect combination😊☀️❤
You're the denim queen. Denim on denim on denim. An absolute queen. 👖
I thrifted high waisted Lee jeans but in a darker wash for 3.49 because it was on a 50% off sale day!!
Super active! Keep uploading honeyyy!!! 😍😍😍😍
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I know a lot of us don’t support fast fashion, but I do have to share that Walmart’s men’s Rustler jeans are the PERFECT mom jean fit. I struggle to find mom jeans that I like thrifting because I’m a size 16, so if you don’t mind the fast fashion aspect this is a really good option. They’re a thick denim and only $12 a pair! Of course I do support secondhand more because I’m not a huge fan of fast fashion either, but I thought I’d share this. Happy thrifting everyone ❤️
Also check what the fabric is made of. A lot of the good, vintage mom jeans are 100% cotton! The Lycra in them is what gives jeans their stretch, so if they have that in them make sure it’s a lower amount.
Alexa!
The difference between the Goodwill Outlet and the Boutique is the boutique is a bit more pricey and they mostly only put out the name brand items. hence why they are more expensive. The outlet is just almost whatever they were donated. (which prices can be crazy, which is ridiculous since it was all donated!)
There is a small thrift store in my town and last time i was there someone took massive dump and then sprayed too much spray to compensate for the stank and it was literally unbearable and i had to leave lol
currently pregnant (talk about "mom" jeans) sooooooo not fitting normal jeans but that doesnt stop me from buying cool jeans... Cant wait to finally see if they fit after this baby is born lol. I always find the best jeans in the guys section! Best thing.. POCKETS. REAL POCKETS
30 seconds in and I’m loving your energy
Those light wash ones fit you perfect!
Definitely always check the mens section, not just for jeans but also shirts. I find womens pants and shirts in the mens section all the time. I think the workers at my local goodwill don't know how to tell them apart very well so they just stick every button front shirt in mens (even if there are boob darts lol)
This video was so helpful! I have a hard time finding jeans in general, let alone mom jeans because I have super long legs 😂 (I’m 6’2😬😂) I also love that you gave tips for every body shape and didn’t just give tips on how to find your particular size. Love your videos!!💓
I’m so thankful Goodwills near me are sorted by size!! I would probably give up if they weren’t.
Hannah Whitaker sane!
Me too!
Alexa! If you want to see if a pair of jeans will fit at the smallest part of your waist, just take whatever mom jeans you have, wrap it around your neck, and however it fits will help you determine if another pair is high-waisted! For instance, I have found that jeans fit a bit too small around my neck actually make the perfect pair of high-waisted denim for me (neither too big/small). You don’t have to bring a measuring tape or even try them on with this method, imo!
The intro: The secret in thrifting mom jeans is....Alexa Sunshine 83~
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My thrift stores only carry slacks with a few pairs of jeans mixed in but I still find amazing jeans there
I can’t understand the high waisted craze...I guess I’m stuck in the 2000s because I love low waist pants. Also I’m kind of “skinny fat” so I need that waist to sit comfortably on my hips & below my belly, lol.
You might be the first person I've ever seen say this lol, I feel like after the 2000s a lot of women developed some kind of muffin top related PTSD, I know I did! They look great on some people though and I'm sure you rock them.
And tbh I have seen low rise and mid rise jeans pop up on Instagram now and then so they're definitely still a thing. And though the idea of low rise jeans becoming the new thing again and being the only thing available (like it used to be) is my personal nightmare. I feel like thankfully these days, fashion and trends are way less narrow and rigid and encompass a much bigger variety of styles and fits than they used to.
Basically my point is that, fashion these days is much more about you do you and less about what celebrities are wearing or what cosmo says is trendy. So you're not stuck in the 2000s, you're just doing you :) also it must give you a pretty good advantage when thrifting lol!
I would never wear low waisted or even mid rise pants but i love the look of low rise slouchy pants with a crop top or something like low rise carpenter pants. Even low rise jeans that flare that are 2000s esk are a look in my opinion. I just wouldn’t wear them because I have a smaller waist and a bigger bottom so high waisted pants suit my pear figure more. Low rise looks the best on people with super model figures: slim, tall, and rectangular.
I’m with you on this. I don’t like super low jeans (Aka early 2000s show your thong strap type). But I like low/medium rise. If I do t try to buy High rise I usually have to size up two sizes to fit my stomach and then they are way to loose in the crotch area.
@@bums009 "being the only thing available" you just triggered me! The late 90s/early 2000s was literally that nightmare. I am long-torso already so even 'mid rise' is low on me and it was so hard finding any flattering jeans back then. It's fine if low rise comes back as an OPTION but please, dear god, not as the only thing available.
I also prefer mid rise! I'm short so most times I think high waisted makes me look too short and then low rise just makes me feel less secure lol but low rise in sweats, drawstring pants, and lighter materials doesn't bother me as much
How come the inner thighs of the jeans r not showing wear and tear? All my pants, jeans, trousers only tear in the inner thighs parts.
Hey Alexa- so far as measuring the waist or rise- the Salvation Army I prefer has 12” square floor tiles so I just put them on the floor to check- gotta be a bit bigger than 24” (floor tile doubled) and I always try, decide, shower 🚿straightaway then wash what I bought- VOILE’❗️
That first pair of jeans is so pretty!! Love your videos
I am not sure how close you are to Pomona, but visit eco thrift. There’s only a few around California. There’s one in my town and it’s the best. Super cheap there’s always sales on certain tags. I bought two wranglers for 4 dollars. I had to alter because I am only 5’1, but worth every penny!
Omg thank you I didn’t know there was overalls in the jeans!!!! Love watching your videos!!❤️
I have a pair of express vintage jeans and i altered them to fit me better and they hands down are the best mom jeans i have. So comfy
I found a pair of lucky jeans in the mens last week. Found the women's version of the same exact style this week but they were too small. I'm still figuring out my size but i noticed the jeans i got were alot thicker and better quality than my normal womens jeans
Got any advice for a 4'11 less than 80lbs girl? (I'm 12 but mature for my age)
the shirt you're wearing at the end is so pretty omg
all my slim thick girls --- check the little boys section!!!! sometimes they have elasticized or adjustable waists. also try vintage stores rather than thrift stores. its much more expensive but the shape of the jeans is much better for our body type
Early and it's my birthday :D 💖💝💞 your literally so inspiring and your ai pretty!!!!!! 💓💕💗💓💗💓💕
Alexa sunshine ☀️ 83 it’s always sunny here boop!!! ☀️
I’d love to see a video from you reviewing Levi Ribcage Jeans
Victoria Victoria my all time favorite jeans
2:59 When i heard her say those jeans were $12.99 K was like wow why are they so cheap yet so cute