my mum always says invest in jewellery because if you need to flee the country its the most convenient way to carry wealth 😭

I bought THREE bec + bridge dresses for a wedding that were all over $300 each and every single one felt like shein. returned all of them and wore a vintage betsey johnson evening gown that i got FOR FREE from my coworker who had it in her closet for 20 years. modern stuff is just made so badly even when it’s expensive that you should always thrift something older!

i think these days, price doesn’t indicate quality. there’s plenty of “high-end” expensive brands that make their clothes out of 100% polyester. I think it’s more about material composition, and you can find pieces that are made of quality materials at the thrift for cheap!

Tell all your friends when you need an event dress!! Even if your friends aren't your size, they can think of you when they're thrifting! My friend found my prom dress for me at a thrift store back in high school and I got it for like $12.

I am a jacket addict. Because I’m a commuter and I never leave home without a jacket. No matter where you live, I highly recommend stalking the clearance sales in January for a 3-in-1 jacket. I’ve bought them for as little as $100 in the past (they can cost $200 and up) and they are the best of both worlds. When it’s not very cold (50-60F), I wear just the waterproof shell. It’s breaks the wind and keeps my body heat in. When it’s cooler (40s) I wear the shell and a hoodie, or just the puffy liner. When it’s cold (teens-30s) I zip in the puffy liner. Seriously, this is my most used jacket. Thrift it if you can. But it really is a solid investment.

For Sweaters Alpaca wool is also great and not itchy. Especially for people who are allergic to wool. Mina Le recently made a video about sweaters and how to spot which ones are good quality 😉

thrift stores have great winter accessories. a lot of times people donate handmade items (it makes me sad) but they're really cute and unique

I’ve been getting my jeans from the Walmart men’s section, they have 100% cotton ones that are super inexpensive but they look and feel GREAT. Any and all fits too, I have some that are more of a straight/fitted cut and then I recently got some baggy carpenter pants that I cannot stop wearing!

I haven't watched the whole video yet (loving it so far tho), but one thing I think is worth mentioning is that if you have the money, do the splurge if you really really want smething instead of finding cheaper alternatives that you just buy because they're alternatives. Like sometimes you'll find something similar at the thrift that is just equally as wonderful and makes you equally as happy, but I have made the mistake too often of buy*ing clothing that usually I would never have picked up, just because I thought it to be an alternative for something and in the end I wasn't satisfied, never wore it and kind of just wasted my money. I dunno if that makes sense, just thought I would leave that here ☺

I’d love a “shoe collection video” or a “sneakers i really like” video!!

I’ve had my black MORHER jeans for 8 years and I bought them at around 160$. That were my only black jeans that went through thousands times of wash . I just sold them at 60$ 😂 . I’d say not a bad deal at all 😂. Benefit me for years and then they are gonna benefit other girls for probably another years!

I think what would be nice to see would also be material literacy and workmanship! Some things that are $15 are obviously $15, some things $70 - $100 are obviously that price because of this. But there are so many fast fashion brands priced high that are just pretending they have good material and workmanship - would be cool to see a video pointing this out

I feel like the discussion around "but I would feel cold in that" also depends heavily on how you would get to your destination. If i just go by car (like I imagine most of the US gets around) of course I'm not gonna get as cold as quickliy as if I'm going by public transport (like Austria/Germany/Switzerland - maybe most of Europe)

Sunglasses are worth getting discounted in my opinion - you can absolutely tell the difference between cheap Made In China sunglasses and designer Made In Italy sunglasses omg

HEAVY on the little boys’ shirt!!! those women’s mini tees that have a perfect length for low-waist jeans are expensive but any basic kids’ shirt would look just as good and w a cheaper price too

Wait!! I’ve never thought to get plain tees from the little boys section! I’m definitely trying that one, that makes more sense to me than investing in one white shirt! Also, I do agree that it’s the materials you should look for more than the price. You can find SO many great quality stuff second hand, I love it!

paige wassel (iykyk) did a vid recently on what home stuff to thrift vs buy new and it would be cool to see something similar from you for clothes!

I shop in the men’s and boys often! I have found some of my best pieces there! Thrifting, though… Oh, my goodness hasn’t changed so much lately! I am astounded at the price increases and bougie Ness of thrift shopping. It has become so popular, and Necessary due to trend and economy. I have to tell you, I have had to turn things away at the thrift store. I would’ve ordinarily been happy to buy because they were actually close to new prices! It really, really depends on what it is, the brand, the condition before I purchase something, but the upside of it all is that I leave the store with less and I’m a picky or shopper now, which ultimately has been a very good thing. Excellent tips and advice, especially about coats to! I live in a cold climate and definitely need an array of coats for wet and cold weather. I love my wool coats very much and those have actually been my smallest ticket items surprisingly! Some of the thrift stores around here get so overloaded with them that they sell them for very cheap.

A very stunning job, Laini!❤

video as always great, beautiful job Laini! also you're glowing, love your makeup🪽🤍

I have a black tshirt that is absolutely perfect from the little boys section of the thrift. It’s an XL “husky” style 💀 and the material is SO thick and high quality and it’s a perfect cropped look. Husky little boys are the most underrated fashionistas of all time

i like how you include different ways a person invests in clothing bc even in thrifting, i do consider "investing" in something when they're a bit more expensive. Some people only use the invest in clothing in terms of buying new expensive items. I rarely buy brand new clothes nowadays but the two things I always plain tshirts and shoes. I just can't seem to get good stuff like these in the thrift store in my area, they are always so worn down

This is really helpful. As someone who got my first real job and is starting college soon I’m trying to build a good wardrobe that can last me a long time, especially the foundation pieces

i bought that exact red old navy scarf this weekend lol aw, it made me immediately think of you laini

Laini is honestly the only one still doing the beloved old-school fashion KZfaq videos ❤❤❤❤ thank you for you

Guess makes super cute purses and wallets! my mom and i swear by them and use them all for years. they always have really good sales on too :)

this is so helpful laini!!❤i’ve been sick all week, and your videos have gotten me through it!! also it’s so cool seeing you back in the studio!🫶🏻

I have had the Uniqlo Supima cotton tees in black and white for 3 years now I think and they've held up really well. I also think they're so nice fit-wise and the fabric isn't thin like in a lot of t-shirts.

18:24 still replaying this bit - you look absolutely incredible

Love your videos!!!!! I love how you manage to pull off such amazing fits and immerse yourself in the fashion world without developing a fashion expense creep (like lifestyle creep). I find that lots of girls do that as they transition from one life stage to another with more personal income, but its such a great reminder that you can develop yourself and your fashion identity without breaking the bank or equating style and quality to wealth directly.

so so excited for the strawbaby tee !!

the makeup is slaying in this vid

the Uniqlo t-shirts are awesome too!!

100% invest in good quality shoes and if you can afford it, have enough pairs to rotate so they don't wear out so quickly. You don't need to have an excessive amount

I like the way you think. This is great, thank you lainiiiii

gildan tshirts are so perfect 100% cotton and they just fit so good... always check out the kids section at the thrift

Yes to rewearing event dresses and turning around the one-wear culture!! I have a Ted Baker dress that I got on sale in 2017 that I LOVE and I have worn it to seven(!!!) weddings. It always gets compliments too.

You look so happy!!

PLEASE do a flippin updated makeup tutorial bcs you look absolutely gorgeously astonishingly outstandingly beautiful what the hell Laini !!!!

Quince is my absolute go to for anything sweater and or linen. absolutely top notch quality affordably priced

I find that the more I spend on a hoodie or crew the more I love it. The stuff around 100$ is substantially nicer than cheap stuff. My 40$ hoodie that I wore before I got into fashion was super pilled and never held its shape vs my champion and stussy hoodies have held up way more over like 5 years.

I buy like 95% of my clothes second hand and this video made sense to me :) I don't think it was pretentious - the tips about things like shoe creases helped me figure out why some of my clothes look 'messy' which always confused me

Love this video but also your make up looks so pretty 🥰🥰🥰

I find that I look more and more at the composition of clothing because of your videos. I ALSO find that if it isn’t able to tumble dry, I feel like it isn’t able to hand life y’know? I know it’s not a good factor anyway bc tumble drying is bad for your clothes but it IS a pretty good crucible.

That’s why I invested in jewelry because if i ever remembered to take off jewelry before a shower, it would be at least a month before I put something back in and my earring holes repeatedly closed due to this

From Canada and invest in a good winter coat, winter boots, waterproof booties etc .... get it! LOL Also invest in a good blazer, belts (not that gucci belt) but a nice leather belt (generaly goes from 100$ ) and a good cobbler they will revive that paire of shoes!

absolute agree on fake leather sneakers, the way the material feels and creases is so different! also the WARMTH, its way warmer in real leather sambas than vegan ones for example!

since watching your video on intricate details about jeans, I now always judge my jeans on well the back pockets frame my butt lol 🥰

For tees and basics, I love kotn. They are affordable for those and organic cotton so they’re freaking soft!

for the white tee: asos is also selling a top shop white tee that’s like perfect length and great quality for $16

I wish thrifting was easy in the Uk 😭😭 one day hopefully I’ll find a hidden gem!!

YES my little boys hanes is my go to

Outfit repeaters! ❤

Wow your skin looks great. Idk of its just cause we are seeing your forehead but you look glowing ⭐

Always click when I see Laini post

Big tip: Uniqlo white tees (the crewneck u tee) is $14 is the quality is insane and it washes well.

I'm 18 minutes into the video and I just noticed how amazing your teeth look. How are you achieving that ms. laini?!

I can vouch for the $50 quince cashmere sweaters. I have them in 2 sizes for fitted or more slouchy looks. 100% worth the $50.

If y’all like the oversized hoodie look and like some weight to them I cant recommend the men’s Carhart hoodies enough!! I got my bf one 3 years ago and he wears it constantly and it’s still in great shape and looks super cute whenever i kidnap it. The Hanes hoodies inner lining I’ve found kind of wears down after a while and pills a lot (although this might be down to the way we’re washing is so not sure)

i crochet and knit and acrylic yarn squeaks when you use it too. its also just plastic so idk i don't like wearing it (but im not a yarn snob i just have sensory issues)

have you tried the blueberry redbull? it tastes like candy. im obsessed with it

Cos has the best t shirts on period. They look so silky and expensive

Does anyone else feel like expensive brands are becoming more and more popular ? I see micro influencers with maybe 10k who splurge on every single clothing item and it’s harder and harder to find recommendations for cheaper alternatives that aren’t from the amazon influencers. Like why is every girl wearing the same 200$ dress ? I like that this video reminds us of what’s worth investing in

for sweaters, choose merino! its not at all itchyyy

thanks lainiii

17:10 my favorite laini moment

I just had an exam and am so excited to watch 💗💗 thank u Laini!!!

I can always feel acrylic sweaters when I see them lmao, they LOOK like a sweater but the don't feel like one at all! Also, does not keep you warm if you actually need that

Where is the black dress from at 18:46? Love this vid!

Gettees is a small business from Detroit Michigan and their plain tshirts are long lasting and affordable. They’re a little thicker and soft and they’re a small biz… worth every penny

Sweet video & very informative👊😏👍

Me running to amazon to get the Hanes boys t-shirt no questions asked 🏃🏻‍♀️🏃🏻‍♀️🏃🏻‍♀️

Laini, could you link where you got your plaid sheer tights? 🫶

good vibes

Great chat

omg where is your mini black dress from? it's soooo cute!!!!!

is that black sparkly dress from the brand candy rocket? it reminds me of 3 dresses i got from 3 different thrift stores all by that brand. they're all sparkly bodycon dresses with that neckline and one has an interesting back, similar to yours. i call them magic glitter dresses because the glitter doesn't shed everywhere and they're def from at least the early 2000's but probably the 90's

Where is your new wedding guest dress from? Its iconic!

what size would you recommend for the Hanes t-shirts? I typically wear an xxs to xs but would love your input 💕

Where can we get the strawbaby baby tee?

I love red bull it's the best

can you give more examples of good white buttonup brands? mine always wrinkle and feel thin :/

do little boys t shirts fit an xsmall with larger arms?

I live in Michigan too.. can you let me know a fee thrift stores where you shop from?

Can i ask do you know the brand of the white top in the picture of you with a bandana, jean shorts and black ballet flats at 4:37 ? Im obsessed!

I say thrift most things and invest in a good tailor/sewing machine!

3:59 I LIVE in Hanes men’s undershirts, which would be more size-inclusive than little boys’.

Where did laini get those plaid/checkered tights she wears with the short second event dress?

why is eBay playing so hard to get like its 2023 when are they gonna sponsor u

how is the quality of your Uniqlo baggy jeans?💞

what size do you wear in the boys hanes t shirts?

i think the itchiness really depends on the kind and quality of wool? none of my wool sweaters are itchy

I wish I could live in a warmer climate so I could just wear flip flops and chep sundresses I would save so much money lmao 😭 also, team shoes worn until they literally fall apart when I find sth comfortable I obsess over it

I know this is such a late comment and probably no one will respond to it, but if anyone knows the brand of the short black dress at 18:42 or anything similar, please let me know because it is the most perfect dress I have ever seen

My problem with white T-shirts is that they all go yellow around the armpit area so I don’t really invest in them

Where are your wedding guest platform shoes from

This comment section is a goldmine

i dont think its pretencious (or whatever the word is lol) its just that we actually need to put care in what we buy, thats actually slow fashion and being councious of how fast fashion is literally ruining the planet and also personal fashion sense, ilyyyyy

where can i get your strawbaby tee 😭

why cant there dads wash the T-shirts... ?