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Alexa try pinesol on those armpit stains. I have a small spray bottle in the laundry room. I leave it on for about 10 minutes or overnight. It works well for me, i haven’t had any problems with staining it damaged fabric.
Such good advice! I have been following something like this as well. If I am even second-guessing a little bit I know it’s not worth buying it, it’s obviously not needed!
Yes I've learned the hard way that if I don't love it in the store I'm not going to love it. I'm willing to wait for a piece I love instead of buying something that's just okay.
Don't forget that if you don't like the buttons on something, you can change them :) Just get yourself a needle and thread. Some of my favorite tops are ones that had originally had crappy buttons. You can also make a basic jacket more unique by adding cool buttons.
We called those slip shorts pettipants back in the 60’s. The pair with rows of lace were intended to be trimmed to the length you needed under your skirt.
My grandma had a drawer full of them. I used to borrow them to wear as pajamas when I'd spend the night with her. 🥹🥲 They were always so silky soft and comfortable.
I went thrifting the other day and in the pajama section found a dress that was NOT a nightgown, it was a legit dress--but bc the employees believed it to be a nightgown I paid $1.99 for it--yessss.
The way my jaw dropped at the jacket at 15:36, I have the same one! I usually wear it with jeans or over a long black skirt, it's one of my favorite pieces
@@saraho2134 I got it thrifted and the tag is “Briggs - New York.” It’s a size 16, which I don’t usually wear, so it gives it just a slightly oversized feel without being too big!
I started your video earlier this morning but had to step out. On the way back home I stopped at our local thrift shop. I bought a pair of Vince Camuto leather high heeled booties for $9.00 and a brown/baby blue patterned midi dress made in India for $6.50. I changed clothes when I got home and now wearing my thrifted jeans, belt and sandals previously purchased at different times. Paid about $16.00 in total for all three. I love me some thrifting.
I went thrifting tonight and I got a pair of black Adidas shorts, a heathered green Carhartt tee, 5 brass candlesticks in various sizes 😱, and 2 ceramic flowerpots for my plants. I was very happy with my haul!
When i'm thrifting i often forget to be conscious of the quality of the fabric. I'm glad thats something you look for and point out because i do sometimes end up regretting when something isnt comfortable or good quality
Flowing floor length skirts and casual dresses are what I’m looking for this summer. I’ve not been into skirts and dresses for a while, but I’ve started to rekindle the flame
polka dots are basically my entire wardrobe and literally all of my favorite polka dot dresses are from thredup, it's worth looking if you're wanting to try out that trend :)
I would totally get the caramel macchiato t-shirt and omg I just noticed but I think it would match a lot with the plaid pants that you got, kind of early autumn vibe for a cafe.
I screamed when you didn't buy that tapestry jacket, what a dream item! 😍 😅 I hate that we don't have huge thrift stores here in the UK, our tiny charity shops are just not the same vibe! I mean, they are still my second home but I would love to spend hours browsing in a thrift store 😊
Yes, you do look good in that cocoa brown! It’s light enough for summer, I think. I like the peplum tops; I had a 2-piece dress with a peplum that I wore to my son’s college graduation. think that was 1990.
My top 3 thrift tips: 1. Try everything on. Always. You can’t pick the color or pattern so thrifting is all about the fit and typically you can’t return items. Wear something easy to change in. 2. Likewise wear comfortable footwear that is also easy to change 3. Treasures are hidden in trash. Don’t just skim. Systematically just push each hanger aside like a robot and look at each piece. If you don’t, you will miss good finds. If you are lucky you can push items down and make hole in sections, and then just go through section by section, sliding each piece. You can actually do it very robotically and quickly and it won’t take more time than randomly looking around, but you WILL find more stuff!
I went thrifting for a few summer items today.... Got a lavender maxi dress - nightgown with a lace lined top & spaghetti straps.... very Bridgeton-esque. I also got a crean summer blazer & a cream floral mini skirt/skort in a very lightweight fabric. Going to be a "romantic, garden-party" theme for me this summer!
I know and understand you want to be stylish in your videos, but I thought I might just leave you a good tip if you are doing thrifts without recording: Wore a workout legging or something instead of jeans whenever you plan to thrift skirts or shorts, the best way to try them on as leggings usually fit like a glove, so you can try stuff above. Love your videos though!
Maybe each time you go thrifting, buy one thing you will sell. The rose tapestry jacket would be a great item to do this with. BTW the brown pants are Madras plaid.
Old navy doesn’t have good quality?? Girl you’re wild lmao I don’t even like their aesthetic but I’ll still look for clothes from them because they last foreveeeerrrr
I love the plaid trousers! I also have the problem of getting too attached to things like clothes and not being able to get rid of them lol. Love your videos! ;)
I just bought the perfect white summer dress on Vinted (European depop I would say). It has pockets, puffy sleeves, little opening on the back with two ribbons to tight it up, it's tiered and 100% cotton ❤ Now I'm just waiting for the package :33
Oh man, I was liking this video until that last sweatshirt! 😂 Im always on the hunt for great gems at the thrift store, but right now I'm hoping to eventually find a black, poofy, tulle skirt that's around knee length and has a stretchy waistband.
The thing about the boxer shorts... not me currently wearing a pair, haha. I stole them from our family garage sale years ago. They were my brother's when he was little and they fit like a women's size small. Of course they're clean! Just thought to mention, I mean, they're great as shorts!
I found that same Old Navy slip dress at a store in Australia. Looked like there was crates and crates of surplus clothing being sold for only $1 in a cheap store (called Shiploads), but not an opshop. Also Liz Claiborne clothing too, which previously I had only heard sbout in UA-cam videos. Guess surplus stock gets shipped around the planet and sold cheaply.
12:32 the tops you're looking at perfectly make the non binary flag!! 😄❤️ I also noticed the cute bisexual colored long sleeve(?) on the left the entire scene from 21:40 or something 😂❤ hehe so random but i love spotting specific color combinations
I wouldn’t wear that presumably Lanz nightgown out. Do you ever see other girls wearing slips as skirts Not saying you’re wrong to do it, but I’m curious. That really cute navy sundress is one reason half slips exist. I had black slip shorts in the 60s, may still have them, they’re so practical.
That jacket 🥲🥲🥲 Oh my god I need to find one like it. I would wear it exactly like you wore it in the store, jeans and a white top, it really doesn't need anything more 🫀 And it looked great on you 🕊️
random, but i appreciate you blurring out the people in the background. i’m always scared of being filmed while i’m in public or ending up in someone’s video, so i appreciate that you respect people’s privacy
Thrift more and waste less by shopping on ThredUp at tdup.co/ALEXA and use code "ALEXA" to get 35% off plus free shipping on your first order (Offer expires 7/1/24. Applies to US customers only and only applicable to select merchandise. See site for full terms). This video is sponsored by ThredUp!
Alexa try pinesol on those armpit stains. I have a small spray bottle in the laundry room. I leave it on for about 10 minutes or overnight. It works well for me, i haven’t had any problems with staining it damaged fabric.
Whenever I’m thrifting and I’m feeling 50/50 about an item my mom says “if it’s not a yes , it’s a no” works every time !
Such good advice! I have been following something like this as well. If I am even second-guessing a little bit I know it’s not worth buying it, it’s obviously not needed!
Love that!!
This is one of my tried and true thrift rules as well.
Similar but my mom always said if you can’t say you love it, it’s a no
Yes I've learned the hard way that if I don't love it in the store I'm not going to love it. I'm willing to wait for a piece I love instead of buying something that's just okay.
Don't forget that if you don't like the buttons on something, you can change them :) Just get yourself a needle and thread. Some of my favorite tops are ones that had originally had crappy buttons. You can also make a basic jacket more unique by adding cool buttons.
This ☝🏻☝🏻☝🏻☝🏻
I also will cut interesting buttons off worn out clothing to use on a thrifted item
Totally random, but I love and appreciate how in your fashion/styling examples, you include ALL kinds of body shapes. Love to see it!
We called those slip shorts pettipants back in the 60’s. The pair with rows of lace were intended to be trimmed to the length you needed under your skirt.
My grandma had a drawer full of them. I used to borrow them to wear as pajamas when I'd spend the night with her. 🥹🥲 They were always so silky soft and comfortable.
I thought they were called bloomers
@@4everbuffylover not in the 60s
Thank you for including us plus size girlies when you’re showing examples of the trends 😭 ❤️. That’s something that you don’t see very often!!
I went thrifting the other day and in the pajama section found a dress that was NOT a nightgown, it was a legit dress--but bc the employees believed it to be a nightgown I paid $1.99 for it--yessss.
That’s amazing!
Does anyone else go thrifting and end up find something that makes you think “omg! Alexa would love this!!” 😂❤
The way my jaw dropped at the jacket at 15:36, I have the same one! I usually wear it with jeans or over a long black skirt, it's one of my favorite pieces
Where's the jacket originally from? It looks stunning.
@@saraho2134 I got it thrifted and the tag is “Briggs - New York.” It’s a size 16, which I don’t usually wear, so it gives it just a slightly oversized feel without being too big!
I just wanted to say I really appreciate how you included example photos that had people of lots of different body types and diversity. Thank you!
i literally had that white lace top with the black bow during high school!!! crazy seeing it again
omg! it was so adorable, definitely reminds me of stuff I use to see at forever21 in the 2010's 😅
Tapestry jacket would have been a yes for me. It looked great on you!
The vest you’re wearing is so cute
I need the tapestry jacket so bad 🫶🏼❤️
That jacket is gorgeous!!
That was my favorite piece
Omg the pink dress is perfect!!! And I feel you about not being excited for summer because of the sweat. I hate sweating.
Those brown pants are to die for omg I was so happy you ended up grabbing them!!
I've literally worn them every single day since thrifting them!! so happy I got them!
I started your video earlier this morning but had to step out. On the way back home I stopped at our local thrift shop. I bought a pair of Vince Camuto leather high heeled booties for $9.00 and a brown/baby blue patterned midi dress made in India for $6.50. I changed clothes when I got home and now wearing my thrifted jeans, belt and sandals previously purchased at different times. Paid about $16.00 in total for all three. I love me some thrifting.
Blue and brown, in the right shades, is a really pretty combo.
The inclusivity in you inspo pics between style, race, aesthetic, weight, body types, etc. is so nice! Love your content
the pj dress is STUNNING! Also i love the layering of the slip over the pants too
Before it was a fast fashion brand motel used to be a vintage clothing brand :) so could well be vintage!
You are actually so precious referring to the half slip as a slip skirt and the nightgown as a pajama dress ❤
I went thrifting tonight and I got a pair of black Adidas shorts, a heathered green Carhartt tee, 5 brass candlesticks in various sizes 😱, and 2 ceramic flowerpots for my plants. I was very happy with my haul!
it always makes me so happy when you add plus size examples in the beginning!! gives me inspo i don't see on anyone else's videos!
When i'm thrifting i often forget to be conscious of the quality of the fabric. I'm glad thats something you look for and point out because i do sometimes end up regretting when something isnt comfortable or good quality
Flowing floor length skirts and casual dresses are what I’m looking for this summer. I’ve not been into skirts and dresses for a while, but I’ve started to rekindle the flame
the cappuccino baby tee, the butterfly baby tee, and the tapestry jacket were suchhhhhh good finds! i wanna thrift now hehe
polka dots are basically my entire wardrobe and literally all of my favorite polka dot dresses are from thredup, it's worth looking if you're wanting to try out that trend :)
Omg bringing your tape measure to the thrift store is genius 😮
Can’t wait for this, i haven’t been to the thrift in MONTHS ❤ now I’m inspired to head to one this week ✨
wooo!!! hope you find some great stuff!!!
Place your white slip under the Victoria secret dress and try it with your white doc martens. Or a white tennis shoe. Perfect spring/summer look
I have a concert/solo trip coming up in June, so I will be getting some inspo for my outfits from this vid
OMG that cool embelished tapestry almost western looking jacket...you should have purchased it!!!
I'm happy you took the brown pants
So excited for summer fashion! 💓
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I would totally get the caramel macchiato t-shirt and omg I just noticed but I think it would match a lot with the plaid pants that you got, kind of early autumn vibe for a cafe.
That would be a very cute outfit 😍
The reusable hello kitty bag >>>
I screamed when you didn't buy that tapestry jacket, what a dream item! 😍 😅
I hate that we don't have huge thrift stores here in the UK, our tiny charity shops are just not the same vibe! I mean, they are still my second home but I would love to spend hours browsing in a thrift store 😊
The tapestry jacket looks great with the blue jeans. When you find those great pieces, GET IT!! Then create the space to wear it😊
Yes, you do look good in that cocoa brown! It’s light enough for summer, I think. I like the peplum tops; I had a 2-piece dress with a peplum that I wore to my son’s college graduation. think that was 1990.
Looooove the jacket- so sad you didn’t end up taking it home
you should of brought the jacket looked awsome on you
it was amazing, but I have soooo many jackets 😭 somebody else is going to love it!!
that sandy liang top omggg
Loved the video ☺️ the brown pants are super cute 🤎 (would’ve been an cool fit with the cappuccino baby-tee😉)
My top 3 thrift tips:
1. Try everything on. Always. You can’t pick the color or pattern so thrifting is all about the fit and typically you can’t return items. Wear something easy to change in.
2. Likewise wear comfortable footwear that is also easy to change
3. Treasures are hidden in trash. Don’t just skim. Systematically just push each hanger aside like a robot and look at each piece. If you don’t, you will miss good finds. If you are lucky you can push items down and make hole in sections, and then just go through section by section, sliding each piece. You can actually do it very robotically and quickly and it won’t take more time than randomly looking around, but you WILL find more stuff!
I can’t wait to go thrifting for more spring and summer pieces!! So far I found two new jeans shorts, a skirt, and a new workout quarter zip!!
I went thrifting for a few summer items today.... Got a lavender maxi dress - nightgown with a lace lined top & spaghetti straps.... very Bridgeton-esque. I also got a crean summer blazer & a cream floral mini skirt/skort in a very lightweight fabric. Going to be a "romantic, garden-party" theme for me this summer!
oh my gosh, that blue sequin h&m top was amaaazinngg 😭
Absolute mermaidcore!
I know and understand you want to be stylish in your videos, but I thought I might just leave you a good tip if you are doing thrifts without recording: Wore a workout legging or something instead of jeans whenever you plan to thrift skirts or shorts, the best way to try them on as leggings usually fit like a glove, so you can try stuff above.
Love your videos though!
Maybe each time you go thrifting, buy one thing you will sell. The rose tapestry jacket would be a great item to do this with. BTW the brown pants are Madras plaid.
the lighting causing a Twilight filter over the beginning of this video 😍🤣🤍
Old navy doesn’t have good quality?? Girl you’re wild lmao I don’t even like their aesthetic but I’ll still look for clothes from them because they last foreveeeerrrr
The quality of that specific item I didn’t love 😅 I have no hate towards old navy
@@alexasunshine83 that’s fair! I just always find linen and cotton and I wear their sports bras at tops 😂 (that Waco Texas humid heat hits)
@@xxoldmagicxx I have Old Navy things that I've been wearing since 2012. They're still hanging on. 😂
i wouldn't think that the pink dress was a pjs, it's beautiful!! and i love how you styled it with the brown boots
That H&M tag was from ca. 2007-2013 i'd say, I also have some pieces from that time still going strong.
Pretty sure I bought that exact white slip skirt at Kohl's ten years ago 😅
I love the Ohio state sweatshirt as a girl from southern Ohio. I always thrift Ohio state and Ohio university
Love the pink floral dress 🥰🥰✨
I love the way you styled the pink dress! Also, you have inspired me to start hunting for a slip skirt of my own.
The long videos are the best!!!! 🩷
I love the plaid trousers! I also have the problem of getting too attached to things like clothes and not being able to get rid of them lol. Love your videos! ;)
Those grey cargo capris I feel like go with the outfit your wearing @ the thrift
I just bought the perfect white summer dress on Vinted (European depop I would say). It has pockets, puffy sleeves, little opening on the back with two ribbons to tight it up, it's tiered and 100% cotton ❤ Now I'm just waiting for the package :33
Loveee the pink little dress 💗💗💗💗💗
The pants and the floral dress were great finds!
The video is very interesting
that victoria secret dress with the bootsss so good!!
I saw a sundress with a super similar pattern to the red pajama dress at savers in fountain valley yesterday that I think you would LOVE 🥰
Love your video. Where is the black vest you’re wearing at the thrift from? ... It’s time to go hunting
Im an XL and I need those long lacy shorts I wish I lived near you😭
that bow top omg!!!
britney tee omg
Omgggg I used to have that same tank top with the giant bow on it 😭 idk what happened to it but I loved that thing in like 2016
Yes Alexa! Go Bucks!!
Oh man, I was liking this video until that last sweatshirt! 😂
Im always on the hunt for great gems at the thrift store, but right now I'm hoping to eventually find a black, poofy, tulle skirt that's around knee length and has a stretchy waistband.
Great Fashion HUNT! There's more people thrifting than ever now 👀
omg, that pink jacket, i want that so bad
The thing about the boxer shorts... not me currently wearing a pair, haha. I stole them from our family garage sale years ago. They were my brother's when he was little and they fit like a women's size small. Of course they're clean! Just thought to mention, I mean, they're great as shorts!
I found that same Old Navy slip dress at a store in Australia. Looked like there was crates and crates of surplus clothing being sold for only $1 in a cheap store (called Shiploads), but not an opshop. Also Liz Claiborne clothing too, which previously I had only heard sbout in UA-cam videos. Guess surplus stock gets shipped around the planet and sold cheaply.
12:32 the tops you're looking at perfectly make the non binary flag!! 😄❤️
I also noticed the cute bisexual colored long sleeve(?) on the left the entire scene from 21:40 or something 😂❤ hehe so random but i love spotting specific color combinations
I love that you pointed this out! 😊
I’m on the hunt for a maxi floral skirt from the 90s!
Pajama dress. Usually called a night gown. Would never wear in public. But, I guess some do.
I've been having a hard time finding summer clothes. Currently looking for pants and t-shirt
Do you remember where the gingham cropped shirt was from?
Pyjama dress = nightgown😊
TELL ME YOU GOT THE BRITNEY SPEARS SHIRT!!!!
The dress looks darling on you but you know it is a nightgown, right? I admire the guts you have to wear it as a dress!
it's all just fabric who cares, it was in the pj section and she called it a pj dress obviously she knows
I am absolutely RABID for that jacket!!!
Wow this is a very very long vid can’t wait to see what you’ve picked out
Great video! 😊
Hi Alexa,
Love those pants and the babydoll style little flower print dress .
Send me all the Xl you found ;)
what’s the lip combo? Looks gorgeous
Thank you!!! it's the Rare Beauty Lip liner in Gifted + Elf Lip stain in Fiery Red + and then Fenty Beauty's Lip Gloss in Fenty Glow! ❤
You kinda look like young maggie gyllenhaal i love it
Very nice
I wouldn’t wear that presumably Lanz nightgown out. Do you ever see other girls wearing slips as skirts Not saying you’re wrong to do it, but I’m curious. That really cute navy sundress is one reason half slips exist. I had black slip shorts in the 60s, may still have them, they’re so practical.
I've seen several girls wearing half slips as skirts. It's been common for a couple years now.
Lowkey upset you’re not getting the tapestry jacket!
Always do long Videos please 🙏🏻🥹🤍
halter tops
You calling the Victoria's Secret nightgown a dress is killing me 😅
That jacket 🥲🥲🥲 Oh my god I need to find one like it. I would wear it exactly like you wore it in the store, jeans and a white top, it really doesn't need anything more 🫀 And it looked great on you 🕊️
Ugh noooo not another youtuber sporting Ohio State just on accident. You and Madeline Olivia. Football rivals!!!!
ohio mention raaaahhhhhh
random, but i appreciate you blurring out the people in the background. i’m always scared of being filmed while i’m in public or ending up in someone’s video, so i appreciate that you respect people’s privacy