70 Percent Off? 🤯 // A Costume Jewelry Haul

[@lynn858]

The difference is this: If someone is showing off contemporary stuff, and they paid full price, or got free stuff for promoting it, that’s crass. If someone is showing me something uncommon or antique and explaining some context, and telling me prices so that I have a better understanding of the market… that’s useful. It’s more like browsing a thrift or antique shop with a knowledgeable friend, and listening to them info dump on a favourite subject. Do I like all the same pieces you do? Nope. But your excitement and knowledge/curiosity - excellent content.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Lynn! I can confirm that I am annoying at antique stores becuase I will tell you about everything, I'm the know it all of the antique mall 🤣

[@ColorwaveCraftsCo]

These pieces are all so cool! I don’t personally mind haul videos when it is something like this. This is less of a “look at how rich I am and how much stuff I can obtain” and more of a “look at these beautiful one of a kind relics I discovered,” so yes I am so here for it!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Jess!

[@kellylincoln8244]

Gauche as it is, I love haul/collection videos. I love hearing about what people treasure and the joy that they find in what they collect. You do a great job with them Bianca and please make as many of them as you feel like doing! They’re so much fun.

[@kellylincoln8244]

P.S. love the makeup! I just got in an order from JD glow and the greens I got are absolutely stunning! So thanks for the recommendations

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Kelly!

[@kachnickau]

I am not watching this and simultaneously browsing any bidding page with costume jewelry, nope, not sure why you asked 😆 Love to watch other people's steals. ❣

[@sonjialeyva]

When I was little I *loved* looking through my grandma's jewelry. She had many pieces similar to what you picked up. She got rid of many of them over the years but I do have a few. Thanks for reminding me of happy memories!

[@bethknapp4935]

Me too! My grandmother had some beautiful pieces and I wish I still had them.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

I have a similar memory, and my grandma has always had a jewelry armoire which was like Narnia for accessories 😍✨ I blame her for my addiction 😂

[@sonjialeyva]

@@TheClosetHistorian I now need a Narnia armoire for accessories.

[@ivybennett773]

"the house will go around the jewelry" omg you make me laugh every time, you're 100% correct, magpies forever

[@digitaldgirl4459]

Gorgeous collection of jewelry. Don't blame you for indulging a little spree. Also really love your ensemble today from your makeup to you blouse. I love those thrifting days when you stumble upon a great clearance and wonderful pieces.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Denise! My best thrift shop find still has to be a Lalique vase (an 1980s reissue with a small chip, but still) that I found for $4.99 on my birthday one year ✨

[@avery_3479]

Costume jewelry haul video? More like guilty pleasure to watch at 8 pm. :))))))

[@2FullMoons]

My goodness, that whole set of earrings, brooch and bracelet you put together with the red stones is simply DIVINE. I can imagine all that worn with a red silk satin jacket or a red velvet jacket.

[@belfrykat]

i love hauls. part of the joy of being a treasure-hunter is seeing what other hunters have discovered.

[@greenecrayon]

I love haul videos. I can't do much shopping so I like to feel like I'm shopping vicariously through these kind of videos. I am not a jewelry wearer but I do appreciate beautiful things. So for me, this video is super fun.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Carron!

[@kaytiej8311]

Of course we love haul videos and vintage jewellery - well...we're here, aren't we? I love whatever you do. Sewing tutes, hauls, lookbooks, collections...you're informative, interesting and entertaining and all that makes your work thoroughly enjoyable!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you so much Kaytie!! ❤️

[@TheMMFamily9]

reasonable🤣 I know how you feel , how can you resist, I could not either ..enjoy😍

[@tashacano3324]

I think now I feel like you should use some more "pastel" holographic colors for your ongoing color block obsession cause well just cause lmao Great finds! I found a Tivoli brooch in great condition in a $5 basket at an antique mall once. My then husband wouldn't let me buy it until I sat in Barnes & Nobles for 2 hours looking through a collectors book to find it. It was worth over $200 he immediately said let's go get it. It was gone of course. I always thought he was a twat for refusing to let me spend $5. That controlling shit is one of the many many reasons he's my ex husband.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Oh no! One more reason for me to avoid husbands like the plague! 🧛‍♀️

[@PrincessCasserole]

That 1940s bracelet could be sterling it could have a rhodium plating over it. In the 40s jewelry companies used sterling instead of base metals because of the war. Great pick ups.

[@jomooney6618]

Yes, you did right to pick those up. I know I would have bought way too much, I'm a sucker for a sale like that! Loved what you got! Thanks for sharing.

[@donnat3744]

I love haul videos and don't think they are cringy at all. Please keep 'em coming! 🇨🇦

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Donna!

[@amiehamilton1840]

I highly recommend Dracula the ballet, so beautiful and a little bit raunchy ;-) the red necklace would be very fitting. I got to go a couple of years ago and LOVED the opportunity to get my grown up glam goth frocks out for the theatre

[@ruthkirkparick3535]

The black bracelet made my head explode. Quadruple WOW gorgeous. The topaz colored necklace would really sparkle on one of your lovely high neckline black dresses.

[@joanmudget9218]

Bianca, your “haul” videos are filled with so much product knowledge! Thank you for sharing.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Joan!

[@loribrady9048]

I love the fabric of your blouse? dress? It’s to die for😍 Really nice haul! I don’t comment often but I love your channel.🇨🇦

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Lori! ❤

[@solannthor4991]

Oh my gosh!!! I have something similar to the first set in red in green tones from Weiss that was my grandmother’s!!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Mmm green weiss sounds lovely! 💚

[@lukethomas658]

The blue brooch is my fav. Only a suggestion, but that citrine color of rhinestone can be very summery paired with minty green.

[@charliecat5686]

I too am a Dragon Hoarder... so fun hearing someone else refer to themselves as that!

[@sharpduds]

Ah, the house saving struggle, good times. I tend to look at whatever Lustron is on the market to remind myself that yes, your own home is lovely

[@paulamiller8386]

Forget the diamonds. Just give me all the sparkle. Love it.

[@madame.banoffee]

Have to say, very pretty pieces, but your look matching the outfit - just stunning.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Steffi!

[@caoimhenimhuireadhaigh1303]

That red set is stunning!!! Sparkles and red? It doesn't get any better!

[@VeretenoVids]

So lovely! Once again I will live vicariously through you because my stupid special snowflake skin reacts to just about any metal that's not solid 925 sterling or at least 14K gold. So glad you are here to show us the glitz and glam! 😃

[@FloridasYesteryear]

those pieces are abfab. have you made a video about how to buy costume jewelry?

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Kinda? I have a video going over my general price guide for vintage here kzbin.info/www/bejne/qGLZl2eLm5pljJo But in general I just get on Etsy and have fun 😂

[@kayshahuffstutler]

I love that you collect to enjoy and not make money off of them.

[@Christine-vu4ej]

Fantastic costume jewelry. The red necklaces would be perfect to wear to the Dracula ballet. (I've seen it twice). If I get to see Dracula ballet again, I would wear my Grandmother's 1960s red Murano glass necklace

[@ReisigSeeds]

LOL! “But…you know…the house will go around the jewelry.” 😂😂

[@marathorne6821]

Costume jewellery is not really my bag, but your enthusiastic descriptions of these pieces and why you love them so much makes mesmerising viewing! Good luck with saving for a house - with any saving goal you have to balance self-restraint with also having a life, so I think every so often a splurge on stuff that makes you happy is entirely justified 😊

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Mara!

[@betsyvanek9275]

Your happiness is a pleasure to see! And 70% off, what a steal. I have to say that the faux opal bracelet looked incredible w/your skin tone. Enjoy your treasures. Now I'm wondering how you would display these treasures instead of hidden away in a drawer or jewelery box?.

[@coreygilles847]

Ah…dragon hoarder…a perfect description for my own hoarded joys. I am so happy for you

[@Hysteria_Costumes]

Oh wow, how lovely. I'm happy for that you found so many sparkly pieces for a good deal. I can totally understand you, fellow magpie here 😉😄

[@annholmes9650]

Love your collection, beautiful x x X thank you for sharing x x

[@ljshaw8516]

Excellent! My Sister calls me "matchy matchy" all the time. What a hoot when you kept repeating it. You're a joy!!! Thanks for sharing your haul!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

I am quite pedantic about my matches 🤣 Thank you!

[@Gothlite-i1l]

I adore your Show n' Tells!

[@cynthiathompson6020]

I love your style. I am lucky enough to have all my Grandmothers and my Great Aunts costume jewelry. Gorgeous.

[@BlessedBaubles]

At TS 9:59 I wonder if that bracelet is solid sterling but just has some tarnishing at those places you thought might be wearing away? I have recently been learning how tricky Sterling silver can look as it ages or sits, or is even worn. I can’t bear to think about all the pieces I checked aside or put in crafts lots thinking they are not Sterling. 😱 But that’s ok. Chalk it up to learning, for me, and treasures for others. 👍🏼😁 Anyway, I find that it is quite lovely to discover that some Sterling has copper hues, others have blue hues, etc., all depending on that little bit of other metal it is mixed with. So, I hope that helps you to discover that you really did get an incredible deal on that piece because I think it is solid Sterling. I’m also dying to know if you have a gem tester, as I’d LOVE to know what kind of stones are in that gorgeous hunka burnin love!! I bet they are Lapis Lazuli!! It’s not often you see such a piece of silver of that caliber and design that doesn’t have gemstones. Awesome jewelry!! So much enjoyed it all. My eyes are bugging out. Lol. Enjoy your treasures!! I can’t wait to see the next video. 👍🏼

[@504CreoleCrystal]

I’m here for this haul! ETA I’ve been looking into inexpensive plating machines on eBay and I wonder if these pieces would be receptive to plating 🤔 With real gold being as expensive as it is now…I have a few herringbone anklets, bracelets and a chain that is starting to wear. Hmmmm I may have to look into this!

[@meme-sw1pc]

i have a broach that was my mothers, when I wear it I always get compliments, I also have a silk scarf as well which always has great memories of her.

[@polianarchy]

Congrats on the bargain finds! I am absolutely seething with jealousy 😈 but I also seethe with delight to see you sharing your haul with us. Thanks for the show & tell. Hopefully your luck will share along, too 🤞🏼

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@samh.3421]

"Oh no..." is such a mood. Same.

[@serenajoyner2808]

Awesome!! I am addicted to collecting and wearing costume jewelry. Wonderful finds esp loved the Kramer brooch. Thank you for sharing

[@jirup]

Oh those Montana blue earrings and ALL the bracelets... lucky you!

[@Baronnedesfleurs]

I don't know why I clicked on this video cause i don't know anything about antique jewellery but I loved this video ! The pieces are really pretty !

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@TheZeyre]

Wow!! That is an exciting haul! I love the black and rhinestone bracelet and the purple signed broach is beautiful! What great deals - impossible to resist. Xo 🎆🎇❇️✨❇️✨J.

[@kjtherrick4031]

I LOVE a good deal and WOW did you walk into a wonderful one. Your purchases are lovely and will look fabulous with whatever you choose to wear them with. The gold and red necklaces will look terrific with Fall colors, black, red; lots of fun.

[@damogranheart5521]

Lovely haul video! The joy on your face while describing them makes me happy 😊 and thank you for the information on construction. I wish that I had that pretty plastic pheasant I once saw. Perfect size to pin a scarf like an ascot.

[@georgebricker2224]

Fortunately I have told my husband enough not to buy me expensive jewelry that I will not wear that he does not do that. Buying jewelry that you love and will wear is so much better. Really enjoyed the pieces.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Exactly! ✨ Thank you!

[@annlidslot8212]

Hi, You are just so lucky to find those pieces. Then again luck is the point where knowledge intersect with opportunity, so good for you. There was only one or two I wouldn't wear, and please do keep the earrings being clips. So many people convert ear clips to studs, which means that people like me can't join the fun, and I feel discriminated😉😊. I quite like the AB stones too, if they are good quality they sparkle like nothing else. And the broches... so lovely. Thank you for sharing your loot. Yours, Ann

[@annastevens1526]

100% with you on costume vs 'real' jewellery! I love the colour and creativity of pieces that use beads, rhinestones, & semi-precious stones. And being low(ish) cost isn't just good for managing on a limited budget? It also reduces some stress around things breaking or being lost. Even the most loved pieces do seem to eventually go missing through breakage, clasp failure, or even moving house... At least one's only left mourning their sentimental & aesthetic value, and not having to deal with major insurance issues or $$ losses?

[@elenpena42564]

That blue and silver brooch is so extremely gorgeous!!

[@TheMMFamily9]

I have a neck charm t the black one , ill have to look

[@suzannewch7202]

Wow! Wow! Wow! Those pieces are gorgeous! No excuses needed for getting them…… besides, when you get your house, you will have to have things to FILL it! Happy Monday…..love your eye make-up…. Hope your eyes recovered quickly…..

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Suzanne!

[@allisonbradley3499]

I've seen Colorado Ballet do Dracula three times over the years and it's so good~! I'd never think you could have a scary ballet, but you definitely can.

[@sarajanehatfield4597]

I love vintage jewelry 😍 myself. A few years ago a older lady in her late 80's ran her church bazzar for 40 + yrs . Her daughter didn't want her vintage treasures. I bought 2 shoes boxes full of custom jewelry from 40's- 60's I spent $200. For all . Not bad for a small town church. Talk about Christmas. . I'm one happy lady ..

[@TheClosetHistorian]

It's good it went to someone who would adore them!

[@michaelaegge8808]

Vintage hauls are some of my favorites! It doesn't carry the same baggage that the more popular fast fashion or amazon hauls do.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Yes it does feel like a different animal as at least it's kinda recycling 😂

[@philurbaniak1811]

Great looking pieces and I love the idea of jewellery as an investment! 👍👍

[@belindagritter1572]

You hit the jackpot! I have been in love with AB stones forever.

[@leslikuyweski4576]

You had me at 70% off! Great pieces!

[@Meg_of_all_threads]

I mean, a haul of vintage jewelry is very different from a Shein paid video! I would have jump on that opportunity too! I love shiny stuff 😍

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thanks Meg! It went down to 90% last Saturday...so I grabbed most of the good stuff left even if it ends up going in my Etsy shop since I'm nearly out of storage space 😅

[@4SlowFashion]

its fun to see what vintage jewelry does look like

[@noexpensespentstudios]

With a discount:sparkle ratio that good, it would've been rude not to quite frankly.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Exactly ✨

[@TheMMFamily9]

that yellow 😍

[@rachellynncreates2703]

I love when you post on Mondays. It’s such a lovely surprise. And hauls for jewelry are always fun!

[@KatherineYoung]

I am all here for a haul. Hit my with the dopamine of living vicariously through someone else getting lovely things!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

I too love watching a haul 😅 I just like pretty stuff, same reason I love watching Antiques Roadshow...✨

[@michelleneumann2413]

"Pokemon Sensibilities "... I'm dying....🤣🤣🤣

[@kaytemnorwood]

If I was ever in your area, could I just go with you to a theater thing? I cannot guarantee that I will be era dressed in the same decade, but it might be fun.

[@ae8710]

I love seeing peoples jewellery collections, this was great. So many lovely pieces

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@blktauna]

Awesome score.

[@teressebirkett3387]

Never apologise for what you like. When I was working my favourite accessories were costume jewellery. I loved that stuff and still have it. You scored with the 70% off. Talk about jagged it!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thanks Teresse! The same booth was now 90% when I went back last Saturday...so I may have picked up a few more things 😂

[@ryn1775]

Fabulous, dahling. What a score. Your video brings much joy to our day

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Ryn!

[@thewol7534]

Targets of opportunity! I always keep a little stash of cash squirreled away for those right-place-right-time serendipities, cos you never know!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

This is an excellent policy! ✨

[@michellecornum5856]

Must say, that red rhinestone looks FABULOUS with the green that you are wearing. And yes! Very vampiric! I have a few real pieces, but much like a corvid, my Edwardian heart is drawn to the cheap, shiny glass. I have enough colored glass just waiting to become jewelry that I could easily re-glaze all of Notre Dame's windows. Love this haul! And Such Prices!!!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Michelle! I went antiquing again with a friend last weekend and two of the employees (dudes) at one antique mall were very high and mighty about thinking costume jewelry "has no value" when I asked to see something in a case 🙄 More for me fellas!

[@michellecornum5856]

@@TheClosetHistorian 🤭😁 YES! Happy to take all this crap off your hands, guys.

[@jacquelinelc2843]

I also share a love of vintage jewelry! I have a couple pieces from my mothers jewelry box that are sparkly and a delight to wear. Love watching your haul videos Bianca.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Jacqueline!

[@HockityPock]

I think I've got some of that pinky faux opal in my grandmother's costume jewelry, I'll have to go through them again

[@lauriehessler8639]

I still love a good haul video and this checked all the boxes! Those are amazing pieces! And your outfit, hair and makeup are exquisite!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Laurie!

[@firecracker3911]

Wow! So beautiful!! I am so happy for you!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@joannaerhardt7294]

It would be wrong to walk away from such a good deal! Those bracelets!😍😍😍

[@katharineanne7397]

We have the same taste in vintage costume jewelry. I love everything you got! Absolutely love your style too... your top or dress is awesome, love the color.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Katharine!

[@DawnYarnDoll]

Those are beautiful finds at a great price❤

[@martinmezzo3566]

Have just discovered your channel - my Debbie loves your personal style.

[@johannahayhtio8608]

That blue rhinestone brooch 🥰

[@threadsoftime6771]

The first brooch reminds me of a Robert rhinestone brooch I missed out on on ebay. You would definitely love thay signed brands stuff

[@alanawilkie2540]

I love all your choices! I'm saving dor a house too but can't pass up a bargain!!! I wish we had more choice of amazing pieces in Australia!

[@msandigail]

The main benefit of signed pieces IME/IMHO is that it's easier to find matching pieces online! Otherwise, it can be like finding a needle in a hay stack!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Totally true!!

[@LilyoftheValeyrising]

Great finds!! I’d be so happy with the same. Bigger is better for me too!

[@IDoDeclareify]

I’m always here for vintage and antique hauls!

[@princemarcreative]

thank you for the lovely video! makes me want to visit my local vintage shop soon. your videos give me such peace & comfort in these times. thanks again ♡

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! ❤️

[@Hiker_who_Sews]

I love the thrill of finding a bargain! And what fun seeing yours

[@carolbarbee5653]

😍 I really enjoyed seeing your treasures

[@marjoleinsmolders1630]

Found this channel a while ago, looking for info on vintage hats. Stayed for bodice block & pattern education AND ALL THE 🌟🌟GLITTERY🌟🌟 THINGS 😍😍

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank youuu! All the sparkles ✨

[@believeinfaeries8713]

What great finds! I haven't found a reliable source for vintage jewelry locally and I'm terribly jealous. Thanks for sharing!

[@Midlife_Manical_Mayhem]

love your lipstick. and while i'm not a fan of acid green on the eyes, you always do such a great job in application/blending and making your make up look great. i do like the blue on the under side.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@pay4fish]

Love eye 🍬 candy!! 👁️👁️🤓🍬🍬👀👀

[@bravehearticus]

Swooning over all of it.