How to Thrift Like a Pro | 15 Must Know Thrifting Tips | Secondhand Shopping
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- Опубліковано 15 лют 2020
- Ciao everyone! Sharing all my actually useful thrifing tips and best secondhand shopping guide. I have 15 best thrift tips so that you can thrift like a pro and find the best things secondhand. I hope you like them and share your best thrift tips in the comments below!
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Alyssa
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I think my only “secret” tip is to think of shopping for a different season than the one you are in. Meaning, for example, I knew last summer that I needed fall and winter items like sweaters and jackets. No one else was shopping for them at that time so I was the only one browsing those sections and the shops tended to have those items priced a bit lower than they would during colder months. I scored a few items I was thrilled to take home with me.
Oooh love this tip for off season shopping! 👏
Fiveandfour, I do this too with the online venues. I have often been able to find or negotiate better pricing off season.
And people are donating their off season items at that time.
I have had awesome luck finding things off season!
I find it can be hard to anticipate what colours and styles I'll feel like wearing. If I see something I KNOW I'll love, I do jump on it. 🙂
Was anyone else bracing themselves the whole time waiting for the obligatory “and I’m so excited to say this is sponsored by thredUP/TRR/poshmark/etc!” ?? Seems like every time I see a thrifting video lately it’s because it’s sponsored, so it was really refreshing to watch a thrifting video without that. You continue to prove you are one of the most genuine and talented creators on here, Alyssa!
aw thank you Rebecca for the sweet comment :) I have worked with ThredUP before and would love to partner with them and other brands in the future - i can't lie! But I definitely try to keep sponsored videos to a minimum and I really enjoyed having this "conversation" type video with you - I'm so glad you liked it. Thank you for watching and the sweet comment! xx
Alyssa Beltempo definitely nothing against working with thredUP and other brands! Sponsored content is totally fine in my book, it’s just when it overtakes a channel or is done in an inauthentic way that it starts to feel disingenuous :)
Haaaaa! No thred-up for me! Ugh
@Doll Faced Beauty I had a rotten experience trying to deal with T.U. when I had high end things to sell. No more of them for me.
@Doll Faced Beauty T.U. took a bunch of mine, then "donated" them, or something. High end, mint condition. If they were being given away, I would have much preferred our local charities. It was quite a loss.
You hit most of my big tips...I was really happy to know how buying and wearing 2nd hand really has a positive impact on the environment. Final tip is to donate your less loved or no longer fitting items to clear space in your closet and allow someone else the pleasure of finding that thing you once found perfect!
I absolutely LOVE thrift shopping (in Australia we call it op shopping). Over 80% of my wardrobe (including clothes, shoes, bags, scarves and belts) is second hand - either from TheRealReal or op shops. It is astonishing to me what ends up there. I have so many unique pieces that are of exceptional quality. The whole shopping experience eclipses brand new shopping plus the reward of finding something special is totally worthwhile. I could write a book about it.
Heather Valentine l love to shop at vinnie shop and life line ... so many good buys.... I think you should write that book..... all the best...
My latest thrifted purchase was a three-quarter length winter coat. I spotted it immediately and loved the style and colours, but it was in the UK size 10 section - definitely not my size. I noticed there was no size in the garment so I think somebody had just guessed. I tried it on and it fit perfectly. You are totally right about checking every section, you never know!
Ooh sounds lovely - thanks for watching Pamela! xx
I love shopping second hand! I shop with a tape measure in hand so I can quickly check the width across waist or chest (half my body measurement) to see if it’s likely to fit. Being bundled up in coats and scarves makes it difficult to measure the item against your body. I wear boots or shoes that slip on and off easily and shirts without buttons for quick try ons. I always take my gloves off and feel each garment and my hands have learned to seek out natural fibres and good quality. If I’ve not heard of a brand, I sometimes google it so I get an idea of its retail price, but looking for signs of quality is more important to me. I love going to posher areas to find the good stuff! ❤️
Love all these tips! I often shop with a measuring tape too!
I used to thrift a lot back in college because it allowed me to have more outfits with my very limited budget. I tried so many looks back then, and it was so much fun.
Yes! It's a great opportunity for experimenting :)
I love to thrift. in the last two years I have lost about 100 pounds and had to replenish my entire wardrobe. Being a real estate agent I need to dress nice. It was difficult to find my style again and having to pay department store prices for the clothes I wanted made me sick. I go thrifting with no expectations in mind, I look for natural fibers and well made clothes, shoes. My picture is an entire thrifted outfit. Love your channel!
Wow Linda good for you - I love having 0 expectations I think that's so important! Thank you for watching and sharing xx
Yes, that is me right now. I lost around 4 sizes and still have more to lose but I have finally started to buy "new" clothes. Thank goodness for Thredup and my local Goodwill.
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Great video! Another tip, if you can, shop at thrift stores near military bases. The higher population turnover means pre-moving purges and therefore great finds from all over the country and world! Also, get your colors done and keep them with you (color cards or on your phone) when you shop. That easily eliminates items that aren't in great colors for you, so you can keep focused. I love thrift shopping too!
I would never have considered looking for thrift shops near the base in my new city, but they’ve all got close to 5 stars... holy moly! Thanks!
you must be American! That's an unexpected upside to your nation being armed to the teeth as it is. Our army here in NZ lives in a cold desert, they don't have 800 bases round the world and never go anywhere interesting. About colours - my method is just to put my hand on the fabric and see how it looks - if my skin looks warm and alive, the colour suits me. Sadly for me most colours don't do this, much as I love them.
Alyssa, I just started "dipping my toe" into second hand/thrift shopping and I'm really enjoying it. I've gotten some excellent pieces at great prices. I wish I was in Toronto...I would LOVE to attend your event. Good luck and thanks for the tips!
Love hearing that Nancy! Thank you for the well wishes! xx
Great video. My tip is to keep a close eye on the items you have put in your basket or carriage. I had a beautiful plaid jacket swiped out of my basket when my back was turned! 😟
NOOOOO that is poor thrifting etiquette! I've never heard of that happening thanks for sharing Denise!
I make sure that I put something big in my cart so they won't steal it. I make sure I take everything into the dressing room. People are swipers.
Star Fire Good idea and yes after that episode, I started bringing everything into the dressing room.
That has happened to me, if I see someone with the item, I ask for it back, politely, and haven’t been refused, yet.
Before this year I NEVER would have bought second hand cloths. Now I think it is a great way to go and it makes me feel like a better person less wasteful. I started because I was losing a lot of weight and dropped a few sizes so I didn’t want to spend a lot if it would only fit well for a month. Now I realize that I can buy a brand that I would never even look at because of price. Once again your channel is excellent and appreciated.
Yay! I watched this in my thrifted sweatshirt. I bought some oversized sweatshirts and cut off the collar or the bottom to get a trendy look for a few dollars. Also to test if I liked the look!
yay! Love that! Thrifted finds are great for a good DIY! xx
Hi Alyssa! I've been shopping second hand for years but never knew my 'style' and never shopped with a list! Now I do and you're right that you can pinpoint what you're actually looking for so much quicker!! Great video!!
Hi all! This video right here got my attention and have now watched several of yours Alyssa! Great job, love them all. As far as thrift shopping I try to set up a day and hit several. For me it’s very relaxing, not rushed and so fun to find those great treasures! Therapy day, yes please!
In the past couple of weeks, I got a Moschino sweater for $28 and a Salvatore Ferragamo handbag for $25 secondhand. Thrifting isn't 'shopping' for me; I think of it as a treasure hunt: best undertaken as an adventure, sometimes without the results intended, but fun in the best way.
Hi , I do shop second hand for over a decade and I love it ! At home I wash it with detergents in which I put a dose of baking soda and after it is like " new ". It should be like a celebration
whilst roaming through the treasure offers. Greetings from Conny
Buying men's wear also helps lower the dry cleaning bill if needed. Typically costs less due to basic styling/no frills. Love over sized sweaters + men's wear section is definitely the place.
Leather purses are my fave find since they tend to be priced the same as synthetic but show no wear. No luck with shoes yet as I only see the overly damaged ones in my hunts. Also thanks for the stats!
Great tips on being more purposeful when shopping, and not just thrifting. One thing that I would add...take a friend, a sister or your mom!
oh good one! Thanks for sharing Kathleen! xx
Oh I do love secondhanding. Most of my most amazing pieces have been secindhanded.
I inspect everything carefully for holes, tears, etc, since most of these places dont have a return policy. Ive also familiarized myself with higher quality brands and designers so when i see an ultimate one piece item I will know.
Yes - return policy can be tricky, all good points! Thank you for watching! xx
Wow....wish I lived closer to attend workshop. ....good luck
Thank you Francine xx
I have a small hack in thrifting. I usually buy the most high-quality gourgeos pieces in the opposite season. E.G. I buy my cashmere sweaters in the summer and cool blouses and shirts in the winter. This is obviously because most people look for seasonable clothes and skip other sections, so real quality pieces are left for smarter thrifters like me:)
Tania your advice also applies to online thrifting. I got some really cute Christmas tees and sweatshirts in January & February this year.
And keep in mind that if your perusing Goodwill or someplace online that sizing has changed over the decades. I’ve found so many vintage pieces at goodwill that are labeled a 14 but on the modern scale that’s more like a 6
Thank you for your tips! I love second hand stores because you find treasures...
One of my favorite pastimes is thrifting, just browsing elevates my mood! I agree with your tip to wear a tank top and look in mens section. 👍
Great tips! Love secondhand shopping. You get so many options with different fabrics and styles that you can build a unique wardrobe with. 💖🤗😍
absolutely! Thank you for watching Lucine! xx
Thrifting is mine and my husband's favorite activity! We sometimes go in with a budget and see who can find the best deals! Great point on being more conscious even if it's $2 ! I like to always give back to my local thrift shop. So it's give and take:)
Yes! I love recycling my clothes and home items back to the thrift shop! I go in with the intention to only bring home things that are PERFECT, but my tastes do change over time and sometimes I buy something that doesn't work out. It's great that it can go back and be loved by someone else.
Great tips! I definitely go by feel a lot. Over all my years of thrifting, I’ve gotten really good at feeling for high quality fabrics and materials. I also check in every single section! Some of my best finds were in a random section or on the rack of go backs near the dressing rooms.
I never thought of checking the men's dept!! Brilliant!🌟
Fabulous video, thank you Alyssa!
Love the tips ! You’re awesome!
I think about 70% of my wardrobe is now 2nd hand, either thrifted (from "Charity shops" in the UK) or Ebay/etsy. I feel real satisfaction when someone complements me and I am able to say "oh, thank you, its second hand" 😁 thank you for your advice and tips, they are invaluable xx
amazing! I LOVE the thrift store brag :) Thank you for the kind comment!
Since I started watching your videos and was introduced to the idea of slow fashion, I always think about second-hand first if I need something. I purchased a few items on eBay and they are all in great pre-owned condition at great prices. Thank you for your inspiration! I bought the charcoal-white stripe shirt (linen) showed from your video on eBay! Love your simple yet classy style!
amazing! I'm so glad you like it! xx
Thank you Alyssa for these thrifting tips👏
yay! so gald you liked them thank you for watching Angel xx
Hey Alyssa, I’m new to your channel and I love your videos! Since I have my colors done and know my style preferences, thrift shopping might become way more successful for me. I seriously want to give it a try for environmental reasons and you never know what gems I’ll find! Thank you so much for your tips! I’ll be glad to apply them next time I go shopping second hand/vintage ❤ Greetings from Holland!
Excellent advice! Love your videos! ❤️
Thank you! Glad you found it helpful thank you for watching! xx
Thanks Alyssa, great tips!
Thank you for watching! xx
Love your tips TY!
Oh wow, Alyssa, I just sent my congrats on 80K and one day later, you're at 81K. Huge congrats again! Great tips as always, and best of luck with the workshop! Hope you get enough people who are interested. Fingers crossed for you!!! n 🙏💖
Thank you Natalya for the encouragement! Have a wonderful week xx
So sorry that I am no where near Toronto and I am going to miss your workshop Alyssa.
I love your approach to slow fashion. Since watching your videos, I have become even more mindful and discerning when shopping. I have always been a secondhand shopper, now I am more focused and pickier. I also don’t shop as often and make sure that I only buy if it is an item that was missing in my wardrobe, an item that I am excited to add, an item that I can style in many ways, an item that I can wear year around as I live in LA, an item that I would be happy to wear repeatedly. That eliminates most things I see.
Bonne semaine chère Alyssa! Bisous!
Hi Jeannette! It woudl be great to one day do a workshop in the US! Would love to meet you in person. You are so right that, with all that criteria, it is easy to eliminate the noise of unnecessary things. Thank you for sharing and watching nad have a wonderful week as well! bisous! xox
This is my favorite kind of content.Wish I could be in Toronto
Hi Crystal, so good to know you like this kind of video! Hopefully if this one goes through I'll be able to do more :) Would love to meet you! xx
Great video ~ I am new to second hand shopping
Great undergarments idea (around 5:00) !!!!! My secret tip: As far as online thrifting - - don't forget Ebay, too. Even 'ThredUp' dually lists their items there, as well as, their own proprietary site. So, one finds the widest variety and best prices here, IMO. Plus, I find the way I can sort on Ebay, is better than other online sites, I've shopped. & Most sellers will ship to Canada....
oh so interesting with the dual listings! Thanks for sharing and watching! xx
Congratulations on your workshop! Have a great time with it! :) J.
Thanks for your tips! It worked for me today. I found a nice blazer piece and a pair of beautiful boot in Salvation Army. And that shoe happened to be my first second hand shoe and I am in love with it. Thanks again
Nice! Those are great finds so glad you had a good thrifting experience!
love your videos!
Thank you for watching Zoe! xx
I love thrifting and my favorite thrift store is a Value Village half an hour from my house! No matter when I go, there is always treasures to be discovered! It's a hot spot for sure! I also enjoy consignment shopping; I actually used to manage a consignment boutique years ago in the city I used to live in! I learned a lot from working there and appreciated secondhand shopping even more after that! Loved those colorful mules you tried on in a clip you shared in the video!
Love this video
Another winner, Alyssa. These are all great tips. I've learned to try on and not depend on the size listed on the tag because (1) sizes aren't standard from brand to brand and (2) people have clothes tailored to their bodies (including me). I also like to go to the men's section for blazers and shirts.
Yes you're absolutely right! Even the same brand every season can change due to using different fit models - so important to try! Thank you for watching and sharing! xx
I thrifted a pair of almost-new "tall" Levi's. I am short! But I got them hemmed and they fit fine.
Great hints, very helpful to me. Wish I were in your area so I could attend the workshop, best wishes hope it's a success.
Love your channel.
Hey there! Ah that's amazing love a good pair of Levi's!
@@cme9758 so glad you liked it thank you for the kind words!
Excellent video content! 😊
Thank you for watching!
Replacement . That's my word . I have a lot already, decluttered another huge amount . And Now I am replacing things for ones with more quality that reflect my personal moment in life . I just love your content so much ! Always inspiring
thank you so much! Great tips! xx
Pleasssse more....lol...I love thrifting ....and yes I do go with a list....:)
I love a fellow list-lover! Glad you like thrifting I will cover it more as I love it too! xx
I just discovered you and wow I really enjoy your channel ... especially when talking about European style ... keep up what you are doing everything is great to me!
wow thank you so miuch Rebecca I'm so glad you like it! xx
Yes, please, love Euro styling. Europeans tend to buy more carefully, but better quality and fewer items, and wear them longer, all great things.
Ciao Bella of course I loved this. Mama is getting better she just turned 96, please keep praying for me. Oh gosh congratulations on your day! I wish I was in Toronto
Hi Susa, I'm so glad you hear wow 96:) That is amazing have a wonderful week xx
You are AMAZING...I appreciate you& continue to bring us awesome content..oh &congrats...
Thanks for sharing. I shop Goodwill , clearance racks, yard sales.
I have been shopping thrift since 1974, so I use all your ideas but enjoy watching your site anyway.
One other tip that works for me at Goodwill especially: I go the day before one of their holiday sales (Presidents Day is tomorrow here in the US). Today I went and there were 4 racks of 99c items. I have just a few items I need as I am doing a very low buy this year, but for the past year I have been looking out for a ¾ sleeve, plain white 100% cotton T-shirt. Found it, Caslon brand. I had been willing to pay much more but just never found one before today.
wow you are a pro! I LOVE that tip about going before a big sale! xx
I’m from GR! Michigan! On the other side of this pandemic, I would TOTALLY drive to Toronto for a workshop! ♥️
That is amazing to hear! Thank you for the encouragement! :)
i started thrift shopping again early last yr and i have done so good i really dont need anymore its like i have a whole new wardrobe luckily last yr i bought a bunch of new dresses online since my thrift store doesn't have the best selection when it comes to that but wow it reduces over 80% im so happy to hear that cause i never knew it was that high of a number and i dont pay more than 15 on a dress i buy them on ebay you gotta really check the sizes tho so if your thrift store is lacking in 1 or 2 areas like skirts are hard to find to
Great video and viewer comments. I so wish I could attend your event but live in Texas. Good luck!
Thank you Sharon! And thanks for letting me know - hopefully if this workshop goes through I could do one in the US! xx
"Be open-minded" So true!
:) Thank you for watching Karina!
Hi Alyssa, in my opinion as far as Thrifting or vintage shopping is concerned, you guys in Canada or in the US are way ahead, here in Italy it's just starting to take flight now, but still long way to go....I actually used to love doing thrifting back in the 90s. There used to be a really nice designer clothes stand at the Mercato near where I live, actually bought the dress I wore to my brother's wedding, it was a Naf Naf famous designer brand here in Europe, got lots of compliments on it. Good luck w/your workshop there in TO, I haven't been back in ages, miss it so much, hugs girl and loving your videos. Btw the only tip I can think of giving is to check for any hard to remove stains or faulty zippers.
Hi there! This is a great point - I remember telling my aunt I was hoping to find secondhand clothes at the mercato and she gave me a look haha I know Nafnaf! That's an amazing find ... I found an awesome cluster of vintage and secondhand stores in Rome, was happy to see that. Great tip on the faulty zippers xx
Alyssa Beltempo ya, agreed, Rome is great for that, here in Torino where I live we have a vintage clothes and accessories fair I think every 3 months... so cool, I've been twice :))
My tip is get to know the discount days, like Seniors Days, BOGO sales, special days are different in each store! Saves a ton of $$$...
Good luck with your live event! Sounds like you put a lot of effort into it.
thank you !!
Stumbled upon your channel and I find it great that you advocate thrift shopping! I wish I had more in my area. But I’ll definitely look online! Loving your videos so far #newsub
I so enjoy your videos! We are fully embracing the idea and ethics of Conscious Consumption, here. Wish I lived closer - would love to attend your seminar. Best of luck!!
Thank you so much for the encouragement Doreen! xx
Great tips! I really enjoy thrift shopping IRL but my best luck is online. I am only 4 ft 11, and a size 12 or large. The selection of larger petite sizes is much better online. The downside is that online shopping isnt nearly as much fun! Thanks for this video!
I agree with you, developing a very, very specific shopping list is very important. Otherwise it's easy to get too excited about the relative good prices of pieces that, in the end, will not work or are redundant.
We still can’t try on at any shops, for almost a year now (COVID, of course).
Very well said...Thank you..you look gorgeous..!!!👍🙏🏼
As you and other suggested I now search the men section and I was really surprised to find that I love men's pants: they fit me better on the bum and even if the small sizes are still somewhat big: I love using belts and I love high waisted pants so it is a win win for a very good price. I try everything before buying so I spend at least 2 hours in a large thrift store.
yes! Love that look of using menswear :)
Shopping @ non profit thrift stores in lower income areas has scored me a perfect authentic Gucci bag for $6 (with the serial number) & a new North Face jacket for $5❗️
The workers normally aren’t familiar with higher end brands= great pricing! 💰✔️
Definitely be picky! I love thrifting for so many reasons.
Love to thrift! Great tips on how to thrift sustainably. I absolutely agree with every single one of them. Sizing is the big one: I’m size 4 , but I have thrifted pieces that are size 8 and even 10. They fit absolutely fine and I did not have to do any alterations. Clothes shrink when people put them in the dryer 😉. Thank you for your passion and inspiration to shop and live sustainable lifestyle. Happy Family Day!
me too! It's so fun to try different sizes as well to see how things fall on our bodies :) Happy Family day to you!
Sizes used to be higher numbers for the same size, and UK sizes still use higher numbers. Most North American brands changed over about 15 years ago.
Congrats on your event!! Come down to the US :D We would love to meet you here, too!
Thank you Jennifer! I hope it goes through and would LOVE to come to the US for one! xx
I’m from England but wish I was in Toronto 😔 good luck for your event x
ahhh how cool would an overseas workshop be! :) maybe one day xx
Hi I like the element of surprise when I thrift shop. The list goes out the window.
Can you make a video on your Thrift finds I like to see what you purchased
great suggestion! xx
Here we also have such shop,Selling garments from the decades 1920 to1950...such a joy...i love the 20ies a.30ies,guess we are many who do.such garments are rare.
Good luck in Toronto... wish I were close by! And YES to recycle.... reviving clothing! Eileen Fisher does Renew it's great and online!
Thank you! Eileen Fisher is a great brand - thanks for sharing about their Renew program! xx
I buy all my clothes (except my underwear) from thrift stores. It satisfies my need for new stuff without wrecking my wallet. I have a strict one in one out policy too. If you love big, chunky sweaters-the men's department is the way to go.
YES...THE REALREAL! I am a huge fan! I love the Vestiaire Collection as well as they carry more of the European brands...Acne Studios, Angela Caputi (jewelry)...but more expensive. I have consigned and purchased from the Real Real. From the consigning point of view, I can assure you that The Real Real is rigorous and examines pieces meticulously. There "very good" is like new. Pristine is with tags. Excellent is basically new/never/hardly worn without tags. Good is what happens if you have worn the item a few times. The Real Real's shipping is a bit high (lower than the Vestiaire Collection shipping, though). With the RealReal most items have a code for an additional 20% off. Chanel does not and there are others as well...but there are sales on these items. Prices are discounted 30% after a month on the website. As a consigner, I watch for that as I may recall an item. Sometimes, I'm sitting on a fence and had mixed emotions about consigning it. I also will request a higher price for an item if I believe the Real Real has it assessed too low. We negotiate. AS A BUYER...knowing how items are assessed...I have full confidence in their descriptions. The RealReal sets up their descriptions so you will not be disappointed...in other words...the item is better than described. I prefer (unless jewelry or handbag) to avoid FINAL SALES. Since, I cannot try items on, I want the option to return it if it does not fit. That is usually the only time I return items. I have also reconsigned items I have purchased if I find after a year I am not wearing them. The closets of millionaires are open to you at the Real Real....and it is the real deal!
Thanks for sharing this. Have looked at the site but not purchased yet.
Yes! I LOVE the real real ... even though the shipping and duties are expensive esp in Canada, I find the prices and quality of what I get is totally worth it. I have been a fan of that site since it's inception! I have never consigned with them but plan on perhaps sending a few items in! Thank you for sharing Lisa ! xx
@@AlyssaBeltempo When you are in NYC next...The RealReal has a brick& mortar store...also in L.A.
A, dropped off some lovely clothes at a second hand place mid Jan. When should I check back to see if anything sold? Newbie here
I thought of 1 more question: when you are shopping are you considering your skin tone and body shape?
yes definitely - i ask myself several questions before making a purchase and that falls into them ... this is a really old video I did when I first started the channel that might help! ua-cam.com/video/7lvCIl6F8E4/v-deo.html
These are great tips. Lists really help me keep focused and ensures conscientious consumption on my part. My tip/thrift rule is that I never buy anything that cannot immediately be incorporated into my wardrobe. It helps keep my purchases thoughtful and within my personal style while refreshing what I already have. My second tip is to sign up for email lists, check out social media sites for the store, and look for coupons. I don't ever shop just because there is a sale but there are times when coupons overlap occasions when I am planning to shop for a specific item. This happened to me recently. It was a nice surprise to find the exact blazer I was looking at on an online reselling platform at a fraction of the price and then getting an additional 50% off because of an active couoon.
great points about coupons and staying conscious - thanks for sharing and watching! xx
@@AlyssaBeltempo I enjoy your content, especially the "Shop Your Closet" series.
Love shopping second-hand, but shopping for clothing online is dicey at best. I honestly couldn’t imagine thrifting online for clothes.
My Mum taught me to always look at the fabric of a garment in terms of quality. Shape/design and embellishments can always be changed but fabric cannot. So the next obvious step is learning to sew to make alterations. x
I always shop a few days before a huge 50% off sale at my local Thrifttown store because they put out the best stuff (I like to shop off season and this is why they mark everything down) and avoid the crowds on sale day.
How timely that this video should appear! 💜 My last find was a gorgeous taupe leather hobo handbag (Cole-Haan) with deep burgandy trim and a tassel for $8. I was so thrilled!😉
SO smart - love this tip Lori thanks for sharing! And that handbag is such a find!
I feel differently about op shopping - no list, there's no point because I want to be surprised, and the chance of finding something I've ordered up in my local op shop (which supports a food bank) is about nothing. I used to be able to afford expensive clothes plus I sewed, but op shopping is way more FUN. My method is to obey an impulse. If something attracts me - I grab it. This is good life training too. I'm a boring person and I get to broaden myself - I like men's shirts and jackets, sequins, see-through lace. At way over 60 I bought my first micro mini skirt, black denim with crystals sewn onto it, from the $1 rack, and it's great on the dance floor. I like big sizes chopped down, it is so easy to do this, and the proportions are often better for me than normal small sized clothes. My wardrobe has orphans (clothes that don't match anything else) but it usually works out well - impulse-buying ensures that it's the inner me choosing them, so somehow they are all related and go together in surprising ways. In fact I get random praise for my 'outfits'!!
Hey Alyssa, do you have any tips for thrifting when you can’t try on the clothes? Ever since Covid, I haven’t found a thrift store that has opened their dressing rooms
Thanks for this video, Alyssa. Great tips. One thing I would say is that while you can ask for a discount at a second hand store no one should ever negotiate at a thrift (charity) store. I would ensure that the item fits into your wardrobe seamlessly and it’s a keeper otherwise it will be making a return to the thrift store again! I
That happened to me couple of times. Mainly because I bought because it was cheap-not very smart!, and was not sure it was my style. Well, the experiment was good because it was not my style but at least I didn't spend a lot to figure this out. Items were donated back.
oh yes absolutely - sorry I should have clarified! Meant the negotating / etc for flea markets and some vintage shops - great point thanks for mentioning! xx
I shop for quality brands, for colors that suit my coloring, and natural fibers. I buy classic pieces that I can easily mix and match. I buy out of season or in season. It is helpful to know when your stores will be giving discounts and sales. Bring your older neighbor along if they give a sizable discount for seniors. Make donations on the day of a big haul if they give you a discount coupon in return. My Goodwill store sells clothes with a certain color tag for $1 per item every Monday. It pays to shop early on that day. I dup when I can on-trend colors and styles if I think they are flattering on me.
Because you are making up your own outfits, you may end up collecting a lot of pieces in the hopes they will go together. I love them all and keep them organized in my two small closets. I try to create and wear an outfit as soon as possible after purchase otherwise I forget about why I bought it.
Altering or repurposing can be fun. I recently bought a men’s sports jacket, took off the sleeves and made an oversized waistcoat. The arm holes were big and a vintage blouse with large sleeves fit perfectly with it.
I love the idea of altering and repurposing! Great tips Linda!
Love to thrift
yayy! so fun thanks for watching Kathye xx
Yes. Check the men's section and yes the known senior areas of your town or city. Doing this, I scored a rich all black men's flannel shirt. I also have an all cream with tan flecks flannel shirt. Both easier to style for a business casual work place. Doing this I also scored a wool "After Six " slim fit tuxedo. Jacket fit perfect and worth the price of the whole set.
what great finds! Thanks so much for watching! xx
Going boho dress shopping tomorrow, I live wearing them with cowboy boots. Love the men’s section. Sizes are no longer a think!
FYI if you don’t live it at the store your not going to wear it .
Hello Alyssa, is the Second Time Around store in Ottawa or nearby? A great idea would be a list of the placed you go to???
Love your videos! I'm a Toronto gal too, and I was just wondering if there are any specific stores you like to shop at for secondhand clothing :)
Any way we can "attend" on line of we pay for attendance? That'd be so great!
Oooh this is a great question ... There will be some movement and participatory games and things so I'm not sure online is an option but this is a great idea - if I can integrate it somehow (even perhaps a portion) I will post about it ! Thanks for the suggestion!
@@AlyssaBeltempo I, too, would pay to attend virtually, even if it's only a portion of the conference. Maybe for the future?
My tip: if you can, stop by frequently. The good stuff goes fast. Scored fabulous fitting new Ralph Lauren jeans for $7. Paid more to have them hemmed. 😅
YES - this is such a good one! xx
TheDriftwoodlover isn’t that the best? I got a gorgeous little black dress at the Salvation Army. It was an Alfred Sung, and it was eleven bucks. I was astounded. I love it. I love shopping at those stores and looking at the labels.