CHARITY SHOPPING TO LOOK ‘CHIC’ & ELEGANT | WHAT TO LOOK FOR | LUXURY ON A BUDGET

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THE MONICA WAY

THE MONICA WAY

28 күн бұрын

Welcome back to my series The Secondhand Styler!
Today we are at the Mind charity shop. For episode two I thought we could explore my favourite items to buy in order to look ‘chic’ & elegant.
With thanks to Mind in Ipswich.
For over 60 years, Mind has worked to improve the lives of people with mental health problems.
More about Mind: www.mind.org.uk/about-us/
What I’m wearing:
Watch - tidd.ly/4deIYIo
Shoes - rstyle.me/+mDpnfwPuDvtSZyYyH4... (black)
Lipstick - rstyle.me/+jCCTLZwwzCvXaFHshM... (shade Myth)
Shoe spray - amzn.to/4bZnVIk
Includes affiliate links
Contact: monicamarmills@hotmail.com
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Thanks so much for watching!
Monica
x
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@robertahenry1957
@robertahenry1957 17 күн бұрын
Someone once said to me they wouldn't like to put clothes on that someone else has previously worn. I asked them if they thought that they were the only person to try on an item of clothing from a regular shop. Imagine how many people have tried on a piece of clothing in one day in a regular shop. 😂 Long live the charity shop.😊
@TheSteffie59
@TheSteffie59 26 күн бұрын
I used to regularly travel around the UK for my work prior to retirement and any spare time was spent visiting the local charity shops. It soon became apparent that the more affluent the area, the better quality items could be found, but of course this would also be reflected in the pricing. In Pinner (Middlesex) I came across a charity shop that only sold designer items, something I've also recently discovered in Lytham and near Bolton, where I currently live. A great way of finding a really special item for a particular occasion. In my home town in Sussex, there were so many charity shops, local people actually complained about it, but I loved them all! In this day and age when new clothes are so expensive, it is how so many of us now regularly buy our clothes. I get so excited when I find a bargain and if one is savvy, something which has obvious "potential" can be brought back to life by being dry cleaned, carefully laundered or even slightly altered by a tailor (I regularly use a good local one). I love your obvious passion and enthusiasm for same!
@RockDove5212
@RockDove5212 27 күн бұрын
Would love to see you in the outfits you buy, maybe modelling them as an outfit at home later. ❤
@Bee-ly4gx
@Bee-ly4gx 26 күн бұрын
Yes so would I.
@themonicaway.
@themonicaway. 26 күн бұрын
Great idea!!♥️♥️ will add to my list! Thank you x
@rositasierra5935
@rositasierra5935 5 күн бұрын
I second that! I really wanted to see the last one on her! ❤
@thegranny
@thegranny Күн бұрын
First trip to try charity shop shopping today, maybe beginners luck, but I got a beautiful white jacket, Tommy Hilfiger for £15. I wouldn't have thought of going there without seeing your bargains Monica, thank you !!😊
@PatriciaEnright
@PatriciaEnright 27 күн бұрын
More great style and tips on fashion on a budget. Didn't realise such gems can be found in charity shops! Love watching you.
@user-vv4hg7me1q
@user-vv4hg7me1q 15 күн бұрын
My grandmother secretly went to, as she called them, "You know what" shops. She admitted one day with a wry smile about one of her "finds". It was a silk blouse. She had taken it home and even though it said on the label to only dry clean, she had washed it and put it on the outside washing line to dry. She had her little nap, a cup of tea then ventured into the garden, fingers crossed, to get her blouse. The damm thing was ruined. Clucking to herself for having been so mean, she took the stiff-as-a-bone garment inside and left it in the kitchen. A while later, she picked it up and it was silky and not stiff at all. Jack Frost had played a trick on her😂
@katereynolds1520
@katereynolds1520 6 күн бұрын
Fantastic video! Really great advice for those of us loving to shop second hand.
@helenstella2666
@helenstella2666 27 күн бұрын
Great finds Monica! So many items I would definitely buy 👍 I love charity shop shopping 😁 Cant wait to see you in that RL dress .. it’s so you 🥰
@themonicaway.
@themonicaway. 27 күн бұрын
Thanks so much!!! Really appreciate the feedback xx
@janinewoodbridge3814
@janinewoodbridge3814 26 күн бұрын
It's so nice to watch a english charity shop watch a lot of American ones where there thrift shops are like super markets ❤
@themonicaway.
@themonicaway. 26 күн бұрын
♥️♥️♥️ I do love the American ones too!
@carolgee2775
@carolgee2775 27 күн бұрын
Great video Monica. I have shopped in charity shops for years now. Some amazing treasures. Love your style. Xx
@danusia3000
@danusia3000 27 күн бұрын
great choices! I love shopping vintage vicariously :-) could you do some zoom in shots on shoes earrings and other items you pick up? I'd love to see them in detail
@thecarjacful
@thecarjacful 26 күн бұрын
What a fabulous shop. Lucky you. Great tips and those classic styles have longevity, so even more sustainable. Got myself a great find today in Cancer research shop. White broderie anglais shift dress. Just £5.25 😊 On a role at the moment with finds. Had while there when 8 couldn't find anything I liked 🙄
@katem3961
@katem3961 26 күн бұрын
Wonderful items ❤ Have never ever seen such brilliant items in our Australian Op shops, unfortunately. Thank you for the great video.
@themonicaway.
@themonicaway. 26 күн бұрын
You are so welcome!♥️♥️♥️
@arlenecal
@arlenecal 27 күн бұрын
What great charity shops you have over there in England.. (I'm here in SoCal). Pricing is very there. Both dark and white blazers looked great on you. Keep them coming Monica!
@RockDove5212
@RockDove5212 27 күн бұрын
Where is SoCal?
@themonicaway.
@themonicaway. 25 күн бұрын
Thanks so much for the lovely feedback! xx
@LivingMyBestLife517
@LivingMyBestLife517 15 күн бұрын
Wish we had beautiful shop so like this in the U.S. Our stuff is nowhere as nice as this.
@dianawright5835
@dianawright5835 27 күн бұрын
New to your channel sending ❤❤❤from Australia. Great deals
@themonicaway.
@themonicaway. 27 күн бұрын
Thanks so much xx
@deborahbull5968
@deborahbull5968 13 күн бұрын
Look in the mens section for a blazer or jacket 🧥 oversized with jeans looks fab x
@themonicaway.
@themonicaway. 13 күн бұрын
Couldn’t agree more!!♥️
@kerryann7495
@kerryann7495 22 күн бұрын
Love your videos! I would like to see more second hand shopping tips and tricks. ❤
@jdillon121
@jdillon121 13 күн бұрын
❤❤❤❤❤❤First timer. Great.
@CathareneYoung
@CathareneYoung 26 күн бұрын
I really like your videos. You have a lovely warm personality. You present really clearly, spend just the right amount of time on each category. Good tips on how to get the best from charity shop buys. Would like to see other videos of you trying on your purchases and how you would style them.
@themonicaway.
@themonicaway. 26 күн бұрын
Thank you so much! That’s such a kind comment - I really appreciate the feedback xx
@ikagrzeszczak-hindson8492
@ikagrzeszczak-hindson8492 6 күн бұрын
You are intriguing interesting informative and so very passionate about Charity shopping. I just love it. You are so talented. 😊👍thank you
@jantowse841
@jantowse841 24 күн бұрын
A great video, thank you! The charity shop styling tips are wonderful! Such great advice and inspiration, so stylish. More please! 😊
@themonicaway.
@themonicaway. 23 күн бұрын
Thanks so so much for your kind words! Really appreciate it xx
@LindaHarpur
@LindaHarpur 8 күн бұрын
Just came across your channel. Omg such useful advice. I am a huge charity shop user. Your tips are going to be used, from looking for quality fabrics to looking for fav designers. Love you. X
@themonicaway.
@themonicaway. 8 күн бұрын
That’s so so kind of you! Welcome to my channel and happy to have you here!! Monica xxx
@jackieedwards2023
@jackieedwards2023 27 күн бұрын
Hi Monica another great video really enjoying them thank u so much would like to c u trying some clothes on in the shops that would be good have a great week from Jackie 😊
@thecheshirecrafter4522
@thecheshirecrafter4522 18 күн бұрын
Good quality and the prices are amazing.
@themonicaway.
@themonicaway. 18 күн бұрын
Agree!🥰
@thudeshreenaidoo3330
@thudeshreenaidoo3330 5 күн бұрын
You look lovely in the blazers 😊 This is my personal opinion.. I feel the longer blazer tends to overwhelm your petite frame. The shorter ones look more flattering in my humble opinion. On the other hand, is that the style these days? To wear a slightly longer/bigger blazer??? I do want to emphasize you really do look lovely in both
@themonicaway.
@themonicaway. 5 күн бұрын
Thanks! ♥️ I like both styles, but appreciate your opinion on the matter 🥰 xx
@rosiew8-fenn
@rosiew8-fenn 26 күн бұрын
I wish I lived closer to you as I’d come to the charity shops with you! Great finds xxx
@themonicaway.
@themonicaway. 26 күн бұрын
Thanks so much - haha yes, I will also be covering other areas of the UK soon!! ♥️🥰
@obstantiadiscindo
@obstantiadiscindo 19 күн бұрын
I'm wondering how many clothes you have at home, Monica! 😄 So many irresistible temptations in every shop!
@themonicaway.
@themonicaway. 19 күн бұрын
My husband will concur: too many 😂😂 but I try to donate as many as I can back into the charity shop cycle! ♻️♥️✨
@sunshine-bs2jx
@sunshine-bs2jx 26 күн бұрын
Hi from Ireland... you literally pick up everything i do in charity shops !! Great taste
@themonicaway.
@themonicaway. 26 күн бұрын
Thanks so much! xx
@gracedarlenemcpherson9079
@gracedarlenemcpherson9079 27 күн бұрын
I just found your channel yesterday and it is awesome!
@themonicaway.
@themonicaway. 27 күн бұрын
Thanks so so much!!
@am-yu6jo
@am-yu6jo 7 күн бұрын
Just found you today and subscribed. Love your content ❤
@themonicaway.
@themonicaway. 7 күн бұрын
I’m flattered! Welcome to my channel xxxxx
@Bee-ly4gx
@Bee-ly4gx 26 күн бұрын
Another excellent video great tips.
@themonicaway.
@themonicaway. 26 күн бұрын
Thank you so much!! x
@debrasams2362
@debrasams2362 26 күн бұрын
I enjoy the tips you give when showing items. I now know what to be on the look out for. Fun video. Thanks much.😊
@themonicaway.
@themonicaway. 26 күн бұрын
You are so welcome!♥️♥️♥️
@anitaoconnor8029
@anitaoconnor8029 26 күн бұрын
I’d love to see how you styled up the RL dress and the white blazer purchases. Loved the video, as a fan of pre loved I’m enjoying the tips and ideas. Thanks.
@themonicaway.
@themonicaway. 26 күн бұрын
Thanks so much!! ♥️
@samsilva3625
@samsilva3625 21 күн бұрын
Can you do a video on what’s flattering for petite women please.
@themonicaway.
@themonicaway. 20 күн бұрын
Will add to my list of ideas, thanks so much! x
@lindawest165
@lindawest165 26 күн бұрын
Wow blazers really nice ... Dress is beautiful would love to see you in whole lutfit you brought from charity shop please 😊😊😊
@IS-gk4jf
@IS-gk4jf 26 күн бұрын
You have such a great eye for finding great pieces
@themonicaway.
@themonicaway. 26 күн бұрын
Thanks so much! ♥️
@mansoor3159
@mansoor3159 27 күн бұрын
Monica your vlogs are too too interesting and I really really love your voice so so much you are my inspiration and I wish you have a beautiful weekend🥹🥹🩷🩷
@themonicaway.
@themonicaway. 27 күн бұрын
Thank you so much!! Have a lovely weekend too xxxx
@annpendigrast9682
@annpendigrast9682 26 күн бұрын
ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC VIDEO. THANKS ❤
@themonicaway.
@themonicaway. 26 күн бұрын
You are so welcome!♥️
@julielozano1852
@julielozano1852 24 күн бұрын
Now ready to go shopping 😂😂😂
@themonicaway.
@themonicaway. 23 күн бұрын
Hahaha I feel you! 😍
@debrastewart6714
@debrastewart6714 26 күн бұрын
Hello Monica, I found your channel! I love it ,Thankyou . Take care and see you again soon ,I'm from Australia xo💕🤗
@themonicaway.
@themonicaway. 26 күн бұрын
Thanks so much 😊♥️
@carolinelowings7501
@carolinelowings7501 26 күн бұрын
Just found your channel. I love it. I buy quite a lot from Vinted but tend to stick to brands I know (such as M & S) because I know the sizing. Think I’ll start looking around some charity shops too now! 😀
@themonicaway.
@themonicaway. 26 күн бұрын
Thanks so much! Yes M&S I love to find preloved x
@paulinereakes5862
@paulinereakes5862 18 күн бұрын
I would love to find bargains like you, but I never seem to find anything when I look in charity shops, maybe I should spend more time looking!
@themonicaway.
@themonicaway. 18 күн бұрын
Good luck! You can do it ✔️♻️
@bernitajenkins7581
@bernitajenkins7581 26 күн бұрын
Anyone watching from Australia... I won't gate-keep... Salvos are online now across Australia), & you can get some great gear. I have been buying regularly, from every State, and just got a pair of BNWT shoes for $3.50! So even with postage, they were only $10.50. Aside from the value, you are helping a good charity and dressing sustainably. Win, win.
@themonicaway.
@themonicaway. 26 күн бұрын
Love this! ♥️♻️✔️
@cathikelly9899
@cathikelly9899 24 күн бұрын
Thanks! I'll check it out 😊
@ikagrzeszczak-hindson8492
@ikagrzeszczak-hindson8492 6 күн бұрын
Sadly I do not live in the UK. However I do travel there. It would be amazing if you could perhaps give a listing of great Charity shops in different areas of Uk. Please
@gillsargisson8863
@gillsargisson8863 26 күн бұрын
Love watching your videos, and will be excited to see you styling up the Ralph Lauren dress ❤🎉
@themonicaway.
@themonicaway. 26 күн бұрын
Thank you so so much! ♥️♥️♥️
@suzukisylv
@suzukisylv 10 күн бұрын
Hi , just came across your videos. Enjoyed them immensely, love your down to earth attitude. Can I ask a small favour. Could you do a c/s video for women over 60 not trend setting fashion but chic, class and elegance for the more mature figure and age..............
@themonicaway.
@themonicaway. 10 күн бұрын
Thanks so much for the kind words! Ill definitely give it my best shot! Perhaps more-so focused on ‘timeless & chic style’ as I’m not en expert on the age group 60+ but hopefully the tips would merge across all ages and be useful for everyone 🥰
@carolyngrotaers4454
@carolyngrotaers4454 13 күн бұрын
Monica, l was wondering, please, if you purchase items when you go into the stores that you video in, could you please show us how you style the pieces?
@themonicaway.
@themonicaway. 12 күн бұрын
Hello! Yes I absolutely will do ♥️ x
@thudeshreenaidoo3330
@thudeshreenaidoo3330 5 күн бұрын
Love u too our videos! ❤
@themonicaway.
@themonicaway. 5 күн бұрын
Thanks so much! xx
@user-fk1nj5oh7z
@user-fk1nj5oh7z 27 күн бұрын
I'm a huge charity shop fan and have found such amazing treasures. It's hard to shop anywhere else now. I've just found you and would love to see loads re of this type of video - thank you so much. I can't find your link for the disinfect spray for shoes - I'd be really interested in that. Thank you x
@themonicaway.
@themonicaway. 27 күн бұрын
Thanks so much! So sorry, it’s linked now! xx
@user-fk1nj5oh7z
@user-fk1nj5oh7z 27 күн бұрын
Oh that's brilliant - thank you. Really looking forward to your next video. I really lovely blazers but have never had the confidence to wear them as I worry they will look too dressy but you have inspired me x
@nickyrouse2460
@nickyrouse2460 25 күн бұрын
Love your videos put please clip the mic on
@themonicaway.
@themonicaway. 25 күн бұрын
Sadly it gets knocked when I pick things up and makes really loud noises when I clip it on - thanks for the lovely comment xxx
@dorisrougvie1793
@dorisrougvie1793 18 күн бұрын
Love all the areas that you cover ,not into striped items though 😊
@themonicaway.
@themonicaway. 18 күн бұрын
Thanks! Yes style is of course personal ♥️
@user-uk1fu8nn8l
@user-uk1fu8nn8l 19 күн бұрын
Just found your channel and subscribed! I adore charity shops so these videos are heaven to me haha! You have such a lovely presenting style too. I have to say though that the charity shops you are in seem to have a lot more choice and good quality clothes than the ones in my area. Unfortunately there is a lot of Primark and supermarket brands which don’t wear well. Can you recommend certain areas where there are better quality shops?
@themonicaway.
@themonicaway. 18 күн бұрын
What a kind comment!! I really appreciate it - thank you xxx
@themonicaway.
@themonicaway. 18 күн бұрын
For locations, I’ve actually never been to an area where I haven’t found at least one good thing! It’s a mixture of luck and timing…and knowing what to look for! I’ve been all over the UK! If your local area isn’t being successful for you, try towns around where you live. You could make a day of it and explore somewhere new. I actually find the smaller towns better than major cities as often they’re ‘over picked’. I do lots of small towns in Yorkshire (that’s where I’m from) but also some of the smaller villages of London. Good luck ♥️🥰
@annalewis3356
@annalewis3356 25 күн бұрын
I love loafers especially leather ones and gold jewlrey very royal and navy blue earrings and I have pokadot silky bouse and skirt but never wear together they are both navy blue that go with solid white blouse and skirt. I think pointy shoes are pretty and I agree when you say preference I viewed a video of an american woman talking how pointy shoes are a no no, I think they are stylish with some clothing especially if your short with slacks like me.
@kateedwards3631
@kateedwards3631 22 күн бұрын
Can I please ask about the wear only big florals comment? Thank you love watching your videos x
@themonicaway.
@themonicaway. 22 күн бұрын
Of course! It’s a personal preference but I find *generally* larger print florals look far more chic and upmarket. You’ll see the leading fashion houses such as D&G, Zimmerman and Oscar De La Renta often opt for larger florals over small. It’s just a generalisation but for me personally, I feel larger floral prints and designs feel more luxe in appearance ♥️🌹🥰
@suzannelawson9215
@suzannelawson9215 26 күн бұрын
Are there any wedge sneakers in size 35? Well..I wear women's size 6 in USA, so not sure if size 35 would be the equivalent? What kind of disinfectant do use for earings and what kind for shoes? Exact names please. Thank you. P.S. Can you only buy only online or can you buy disinfectant in stores? What is the best one to buy?
@bekscho
@bekscho 4 күн бұрын
Can you show the pieces front and back and hold them in place for a moment please? I really wanted to see the red silk blazer but you held it on its side for the whole time you were speaking so the viewer cant really see it properly.
@paulinereakes5862
@paulinereakes5862 18 күн бұрын
Where do you buy the disinfectant spray from?
@themonicaway.
@themonicaway. 18 күн бұрын
Hello! It’s linked in the description 🥰
@danagodfrey2979
@danagodfrey2979 26 күн бұрын
Blazer whether u pick men s or women’s any ideas cheers great videos
@themonicaway.
@themonicaway. 26 күн бұрын
Thanks so much! ♥️
@PeppermintandTea
@PeppermintandTea 26 күн бұрын
Charity shops here in Scotland are so overpriced, and not as nice items as what you’re showing us.
@themonicaway.
@themonicaway. 26 күн бұрын
I’ll try to do some in Scotland when I’m next there ☺️♥️
@suzannelawson9215
@suzannelawson9215 25 күн бұрын
Hi, I sent you a comment yesterday with some questions. You only sent a generated love your comment but did not reply with any answer to my questions. I am a senior citizen, over 60 and would appreciate if you would reply. Thank you
@themonicaway.
@themonicaway. 24 күн бұрын
Hello! Thanks so much - I’ll go back and find the comment and reply this week ♥️♥️♥️
@carolineahern9568
@carolineahern9568 13 күн бұрын
Maybe change the name of your channel, your the second hand styler right?
@themonicaway.
@themonicaway. 13 күн бұрын
It did cross my mind! But I’ll still continue to share other topics that I love (luxury, travel, places, interiors) so I’m being careful not to box myself in ♥️ but I will definitely keep this series going! Thanks for the tips xx
@carolineahern9568
@carolineahern9568 13 күн бұрын
I think nobody else does the second hand shop styling so it might be a good business idea. You are really good the way you promote and style these shops. Alll the best xx
@PembrokeTietze
@PembrokeTietze 22 күн бұрын
In fact, a friend of mine works at Neiman Marcus and she says rich people buy athleisure wear while middle class people wear head to toe Louis Vuitton or Gucci! Rich people wouldn’t do this! *condup* The rich cry, but wealth whispers!
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