7 THRIFTING TIPS + MY THRIFTING STORY| HellaJam

[@theHellaJam]

This video hits really close to home (literally). If you have any other thrifting tips, leave a comment below. I would love to start a thrifting convo to build a thrifting community

[@eeebee7420]

I've been thrifting since the 80s (that's how old I am). What I like about it is that you can get well made coats and clothes for less. (In the 80s we would get clothes from 40s to 60s which were made to a higher standard. Also when you thrift you can get colours which aren't current but are colours that look good on you. I have also mostly furnished my home with second hand furniture which I also find is of better quality. I watched a movie about living sustainably and realized I have been living like that for years. It was a good feeling.

[@skdamico13]

girl can i just marry you already? ohhh wait... done dat

[@9ajack]

It’s also so important to be patient. There will be days when you find absolutely nothing and others where you go ham 😂. Go with an open mind and some time and you’re more likely to find something you love

[@LydiaTaylor]

I literally share the same story! My parents sacrificed so much to send me to private school, and thrifting was my way of finding clothes I could actually afford. My mum was a huge thrifter so I learnt everything from her, and 8 years later I'm still thrifting and THRIVIN! Literally the best way to find unique pieces for incredible prices. My thrifting tip is to finding thrift style icons- HellaJam, you have SUCH a unique style and I get so much inspiration to look for pieces out of my comfort zone, and try to imagine how you would style it!

[@jenntruong6023]

I agree that I don't follow all the trends too unless they suit me and I truly like them! I only buy what works for me and my style and what speaks to me as well!

[@arithemer]

Great tips I’m just now getting into thrifting ! I love how you may get lucky and get one of a kind items that no one else has !😍❤️

[@MyLittlePinkCorner]

New subscriber! And yes I can relate to you too, I grew up going to yard sales for all my school clothing, thrift stores too. Now I look back and it was totally ok! I love yard sales and thrift stores now!

[@khoubrowne9017]

Loved this. Ive been trying to pick up thrifting again cuz I grew up going to them with my family too! Thanks for the tips. Super informative.

[@theHellaJam]

KHOU! You're the MVP of comments! Thanks so much for the love!

[@ingebird3380]

I just turned 63 and have shopped at thrift stores all my adult life. My entire home is furnished from thrift stores (except my bed mattress); yard sales, flea markets, and hand-me-downs from friends. I love the 60s and 70s style. My clothes are thrifted. I do not follow trends. If I like it, I wear it. My age doesn't stop me from wearing something I like. I like your channel. I grew up in Hayward, lived 12 years in S.F. and I'm familiar with your area. You're right, shopping in the suburbs is so much better. Namaste!

[@victoriapalomino5431]

love your style girl ! 😊

[@theHellaJam]

Thanks pretty mama!

[@jenntruong6023]

I am Filipino American too! My parents immigrated here to the States as well although I don't think they had to struggle as much. Struggle, yes but just not as much since my Dad's parents had lived here for such a long time and had established a lot already. So, that set my Dad up for when he grew up and then married my Mom. I love thriftung too but never really out of necessity but more for the deals and the treasure hunt! My Mom never believed in second hand shopping; She only wanted to buy new but still not spend a lot of money. She liked to go clearance and sale shopping a lot! So, I didn't get into thrift shopping until I worked at a consignment shop about 10 years ago. I like your outfit in the video!

[@brodiedomb116]

thrift shopping is the best! I just went the other day (I vlogged it too if you’re interested 😊). anyways, I think your style’s so cute and I love everything you got so much

[@DebbieRaoyay]

Cool channel!! Found you through your thrifted apartment video. Your backstory about your family is very relatable! Makes me think of my own family because my parents are also immigrants who are always saving and hoarding things! haha

[@theHellaJam]

DEBBIE! YOU GET ME! Thanks so much for watching this video. It cuts deep bc I open up about my family... happy you can relate :) happy holidays!

[@CanvasRecordings]

you're such a beautiful human being

[@ronam.2463]

Just found your channel glad I did.. Love your style & I thrift too/ukay-ukay as we call it:) keep it up! From the Philippines💞

[@tabithadumas1844]

I wish I had done this in middle school and high school . When my mom was a single parent. It was so hard for her to get clothes for me and my brother. At that time I would of feel embarrass or get teased on if anyone found out. But as I had grown up and got my first job at the Goodwill and found out it's not bad and more people I found actually thrift I knew. So I feel more comfortable and confident doing it. Also saving more money as a wife and mom now. I wish you was around or had KZbin up when I was in school back then. Lml

[@daynalauren4578]

Where were you thrifting in this video?

[@aiwxo]

..80% of my clothes are second hand, 100% or my house stuff i.e. furniture, bedding, towels, throws, haha so proud of myself. I feel proud because no one else has the same looking house!

[@MsFrebrd]

Can you suggest where to best thrifting spots are in the bay area? Especially for furniture:) thanks

[@jessicamarie7322]

Another thrifting tip is to create a Pinterest Board of home decor ideas. Now, it's not realistic to go out an expect to find a particular item like you mentioned. However, you may be out and an item may catch your eye. Maybe that item you saw displayed on Pinterest. :)

[@janp6756]

Love thrifting & your channel (just subscribed

[@theHellaJam]

Totally! Thrifting is my absolute favorite. Thanks for watching this video... it really means a lot to me that you took the time to watch my story as to why i have such a soft spot for thrifting.

[@junieponce316]

New subscriber here!

[@TheBlueBride]

Ok, that's my problem then: I was just going to the SF stores!! I'll look for others here in the East Bay - hoping that I'll b able to reach them by bus or train (I've no car) ^_^

[@dorabethuggin]

You're so beautiful, inside out ❤

[@AbbyontheInternet]

How did I not know you played competitive soccer growing up? I did toooooo SOUL SISTAAAAAAS

[@cherylm3674]

F yeah! Undermining capitalist consumerism whilst looking cute!!