VLOG | Job History Chat

Two uploads this week! Part two (week in outfits) will be uploaded Sunday morning.
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[@annalauraamenta]

Can‘t wait for the camper van series! So exciting! 🤍

[@caroline_lea4991]

Please don't criticise your 18 year old self for leaving the supermarket job after one day! That manager showed you exactly what the environment would be like and how you would be treated, and you prioritised your own safety and wellbeing. Good for you. (Also, age is not a prerequisite for respect - everyone deserves to be treated with respect, regardless of how young or old they are!)

[@Lolathebluesmartie]

Totally!!

[@mmclennon]

Completely and totally agree. Ran to the comments to say this!!

[@rrrooorrr]

Love the camper van diary series idea

[@Franzi634]

Yes 🙌

[@hejcarmen9405]

I love all of the old Instagram outfits! I remember following you then and always being so impressed and influenced. Maybe you could do a little bit of walk down memory lane , reflecting on your style development,…video? Or even restyling some outfits? Would really love that!

[@maileeosten-tan7903]

I'd love to hear more about how you budget for clothes etc. I love the idea of investing in carefully chosen pieces, but it can be difficult to justify the price tag. Do you have a system? Any financial advice? :)

[@siskykeane009]

THANK YOU for addressing being a “white slim girl” content creator. 🧡 I think the industry is slowly changing, but in 2018 there were very few non-white non-slim content creators. Now more than ever it’s important to support and promote creators who represent minorities and marginalized groups of people!

[@fatalerok]

“Our answers were prayered” 😂 I had to pause to laugh lol

[@BrittanyBathgate1]

Worrying how smoothly I said it as well! And it’s too late to blame it on being ill 😂

[@juliealice1786]

Thank you for your closing point- so poignant, true and honest. Thank you, also, for taking the time to tell your story... Not boring in the slightest. We’ve all got a story and yours is super sweet and motivating. Moral of story- live, love, learn, adventure, take chances, commit, reflect, be open, be humble, celebrate and keep on. It’s what I got from you, anyway. Enjoy your weekend! Sending sunny thoughts your way🌞🌞

[@aaanti]

totally interested in the camper van renovation.

[@harleybiala]

Camper Van Diary series idea sounds good! Please please do that! 🙏🏻

[@AthomewithNims]

I just have to say that I really appreciate you. I feel like you are a truly genuine, humble, and all-around good person. I love your honesty and social awareness!!! hats off to you. Love watching you and following along such an amazing person.

[@neverstopdreaming6911]

I’ll listen to you for days. Such a calming channel. Don’t like the word “influencer”. You are real. That’s what I like. Wish you all the health, luck and happiness.

[@Lolathebluesmartie]

Perfect comment 🥰

[@elenatazeeva9298]

Brittany! Stop with the self-deprecating chat! We all wear jumper & jean combos day in and day out sometimes! That's just what life seems to be about in 2020/2021! It's cool! We get it! Sending love!

[@laurasouza4239]

I loved this vlog! It is actually really nice to listen to some "real life" chat about a influencer career. And also to know that you are conscious about how the industry works.

[@lisadelb]

This was one of my favourite videos of yours to watch! Also I’m soooo excited for a campervan series, please do that!

[@BrittanyBathgate1]

Thank you so much ☺️❤️

[@cmzy729]

I loved this chat Brittany!! I’m 22 and wrapping up a degree that I’ve lost interest in and I have no idea where the rest of my twenties will take me haha so I find it super interesting listening to people’s journeys with their work!

[@tessac775]

So interesting - thank you! To me, the way you work as an influencer makes total sense as follow-on from VM. You’re really talented at curating a moment or giving atmosphere & context to a product. Instead of building a story on a physical shop fixture you’re doing it for our screens!

[@persephonescurse]

Oh my gosh the carpet in the bathroom! Experienced this on my first trip to the UK (I’m from Australia) and my friend and I were so confused. Major kudos to you for living with 6 boys with one bathroom, you’re a stronger woman than I!

[@jenniferc5880]

Bring on the camper van renovation! I love your perspective on design no matter what the subject.

[@velyvely6479]

im super excited for this series!!

[@samanthalw1306]

I worked at Zara about two years ago. It's still exactly as you described it. I started helping customers and greeting them in my first week (because that was normal in ALL my other retail jobs) and everyone there was like "oh you don't have to do that". Such a strange company to work for!

[@gmantilla1]

This is super interesting. I'm going through a break up and I'm graduating Uni in a few weeks, so saying the future is pretty uncertain is an understatement. Anyway, it's great to listen to your story of ups and downs, it makes me feel hopefull for the future.

[@PerfumedByTheSea]

It’s a new chapter opening up for you. Just keep looking forward to new opportunities with a career and relationships. You never know who you will meet. Or the person you will become. Hope you find what you want :)

[@anastasyaborovik9869]

Thank you so much for sharing your true not glamorous story! Wish you good luck in all ur future projects. Watching u with such a pleasure and a good vibe.

[@danaweaver4129]

Thanks for making the point at the end Brittany. It doesn't take anything away from your achievements to shine a light on some of the issues in the industry. ❤️

[@alifeinspiredd]

That was super interesting and inspiring! As someone who's just getting started in the workforce, I'm always so grateful when people share their journey. And don't mind the length of the video, I actually enjoy these longer ones, I find them super relaxing. Have a lovely day! 🥰

[@WijdanHendricks]

Just have so much love and respect for you Brittany. Thank you for sharing your vision and creativity with us 🤍 may your passion increase you and grow from strength to strength!

[@sydneyrogers-lemke3394]

wow... the job chat couldn't have come at a better time as ive been (struggling) job hunting... this really re-inspired me, thank you as always brittany!

[@Halsning]

This was so interesting! Could listen to you talk for hours about literally anything x

[@chisler6192]

Thank you for sharing! It's great to see more and more of your personality and creativity through not only styling. This chat is super genuine. And the house tour real estate commercial was great. Camper van. Good luck and just adding 1 more to people who encourage you to be creative and do what you love no matter if it's clothing or whatever.

[@themellaedit8817]

That was so interesting to watch! Two facts I love: proof that it has taken 4 years of blogging before you decided to, and could actually turn it into a full time job (and that it didn't happen instantly as people always think) and your statement in the end! Thanks so much for your honesty and for pointing out that you're aware of how the industry (sadly) still works! Looking forward to the outfits!

[@mallorywidmark]

Honestly this video was so inspiring. I’m not happy with where my work life is at the moment and I know that I want to be doing something creative but idk what that is yet. It’s nice for you to really share this to say “things take time” essentially. You’re Amazing Brittany! 🤍

[@louploup]

I low key expected this vlog to be boring, but I must say, it was one of the most fun to watch from you ever. The tiktok reels of zara employees cracked me up (can you tell I'm a millennial?)

[@Ebdain787]

You think you know someone and then you find out that no job was too small or too “beneath” one, but you have shown us that you never saw yourself as a victim. I love that you enjoyed your work. Thanks for sharing. It was a delight and you are delightful.

[@delicooper740]

As a 19-year-old, literally applying for any job that comes up in rural Queensland, I really appreciate you speaking honestly about what jobs worked for you and what didn't- it's some really helpful insight. Also looking forward to van content!! xx

[@VeraHeidkamp]

Aww, I miss Toys R Us. We had it in Germany as well and I remember we used to actually go there as a family in November time so we could all look around and see what we could wish for for Christmas.

[@BrittanyBathgate1]

YES! My sister and I did the same thing. It was a real treat to be allowed to go browse Toys R’ Us, so anytime we went it felt like a special day out. 🥲❤️

[@VeraHeidkamp]

@@BrittanyBathgate1 Oh wow that's cool, I didn't know other people did this too 😍

[@sophie-annevachon487]

At the time it went out of business, the company was bought by a Canadian owner. So, Toys R Us is alive and well here…

[@vivianlee3638]

Thank you for sharing your journey with us, it is fascinating to see how you come to this point of your life. I think people often forget influencers are just normal human beings and not realise they might be lost like everyone else. As for your work, all I want to say is don't underestimate yourself because I personally think you are one of the BEST influencer/stylist on this platform (at least it is to me). Your style and aesthetic has literally changed my life and I couldn't be happier with what I now have in my wardrobe.

[@laurajjwills]

This was so interesting to watch! Loved your story 💖 Would be so up for a follow on of future plans or your thoughts on where influencing may take you in the years to come. So much of influencing is based on people in their 20s and 30s but I'm always so intrigued on what will happen when people reach their 40s or 50s. Slightly nosey of me, but I love your thoughtful, insightful views on topics, so would love to hear more! xx

[@maia.diaries]

Also loved and appreciated your ending, especially as a person of colour (and with my own, albeit small in comparison, history of body issues). I know that it is uncomfortable/hard to recognise and admit those privileges and i see it in my own friends and i am learning to accept that in them and in wider society too. Your admission is really comforting and i hope it invites other white people with influence to recognise it and speak openly as well, as uncomfortable and vulnerable as it may be. Loved your storytelling and this video heaps

[@jmamification]

Hi! Love your stuff! Very interested in knowing what your somewhat affordable capsule wardrobe would look like :) Very inspired by your look but, I think we all have a hard time finding all the pieces and staying up on the trends. Thanks Brittany!

[@CutGEBRINE]

omg i cant believe you lived in melbourne! i definitely did not expect that. It was so nice to listen to your journey as Ive been following you since the mirror outfit days! Crazy how far you’ve come Brittany. Hope you can visit us again soon, much love from Melb 🤍

[@JuditArCa]

I love your last reflexion! It is so important and so honest to adress it that way. And also, bless you! Two vlogs in a week! 🥳🥳🥳

[@Aimeleau]

Thank you for this overview, so insightful and reassuring. For the longest time I felt (and still do some times) like my career path was so disorganized, when actually all my bifurcations are a result of curiosity and opportunities, your narrative here reminded me so beautifully of that.

[@kaslw]

I moved to Australia this year (also on a WH visa currently) and have found it all very difficult indeed. Hearing your experiences and hardships finding work and making it work was very comforting to me. Easy to feel very far away from home- made all the farther because of the pandemic. This was a brill vid, thanks! xx

[@katyasilitch4539]

Toys R Us was established is the US during the seventies. Through the eighties and nighties it became an American staple, a store in nearly every town in the US. Aw, your initial instagram outfits already showcase your chic, casual, minimal style!

[@BrittanyBathgate1]

Gone, but not forgotten 🥲❤️

[@Marta2355]

It was so captivating listening to your career journey! So motivating in terms of always being ourselves. Nothing else: listen to your gut. Thank you, Brittany!

[@racheldalziel992]

Always love you and your thoughtful videos, but especially being a visual minority really, appreciated your closing point. Thank you for the acknowledgment. Thank you for being lovely, sweet, creative, thoughtful you. Very much looking forward to Sunday's video, as well as the camper van series!

[@inagrace4105]

I'm so into the camper van series! I can't wait for the transformation of the decore and all!

[@roisinkkelly]

Brittany, this was such an interesting video to watch! It's absolutely fascinating to find out just how different and non-linear your journey was to get where you are now. I don't think you need to be apologetic or self-deprecating about the past situations you found yourself in because a) those who take advantage of young people are just cruel and horrible; b) you're figuring out your way in life when you're young so there's bound to be some pitfalls and c) as a fellow anxious person, I understand what it's like to have to find a job tailored to the skills you have (rather than typically framed around charm, self-assuredness and extroversion). Despite all these things, you still had the courage to get out in the world and explore and try new things! That is so ridiculously commendable. Plus, you were brave enough to take the step to go for what you really wanted for and it's paid off - the work you produce now inspires so many people and is SO stunning! You really should be proud of yourself!!!! Okay, mini essay over (oops). PS. I love your earrings - where are they from? Sending you tonnes of love xxx

[@samw1558]

Being a Melbourne native... I remember all the door to door sales people whom were all international! I feel for you.

[@samw1558]

Also we just got an 80s truck with an early 90s camper on the back we are renovating. So I'm super excited for your camper van Reno series! I'm literally doing the same thing now

[@floranstr_995]

I literally can’t wait for the Camper-van vids 👌👌👌

[@karissaposthumus1326]

art school Brittany reminds me of Regina Spektor back in the day

[@emilyrandall6229]

Camper van stuff is exciting! Would you consider talking about your favourite pieces of jewellery in a vlog please? I love your dainty necklaces! (Sorry if you have already done a video talking about this!)

[@webvinita]

Hi Brittany, really enjoyed this. Thank you for the comment and acknowledgement at the end. I wish you all the success and may you go from strength to strength but I also hope that you never lose relatibility because it is what makes you so unique and interesting to your audience. Thank you for another wonderful episode x

[@BADW0MANN]

I enjoyed and watched till the end. Thank you for your candidness!

[@TamaraBelair]

This has made me so happy - can't wait to see the camper van series!! Thank you for making our weeks a bit brighter 🤍

[@ThePineappleexpo]

I found your channel about a month ago and I love your sincerity and humility as an influencer.

[@raquelfernandezmenendez4181]

It was awesome to hear you talking about your journey. In my case, I have followed you for some years now, and I remember that I liked your IG account because it was very different from the rest of influencers. At that time, everything was becoming more comercial and dishonest and you were genuine and creative -that's why I love your vlogs too)

[@kimiko-8597]

It's so interesting how us millennials find a 2 years job "long term"

[@BrittanyBathgate1]

Maybe it was because I was still young and my previous job had been temporary, 2 years felt long term in comparison.

[@nataliekeane8944]

So interesting!! Also interesting seeing some of the comments regarding the supermarket job 🤣

[@oninagiri]

Hi Brittany! Thank you for sharing your story. It felt honest and refreshing; both humbling and uplifting. You deserve all that is good. 🌼🌱 Looking forward to Sunday’s vlog and to the camper van series!

[@katehipkin1039]

This was really interesting, really enjoyed it. I think it's great that you acknowledge your privilege but it's also very important to also acknowledge that you've really put the work in, have great taste and come across as someone with a lot of integrity. Your product/style recommendations are always genuine.🌞

[@beth5633]

That was totally interesting, thanks for the insight.

[@BrittanyBathgate1]

Thank you for watching ❤️

[@quietspaceyoga]

Completely unrelated to the job chat, but your glowing Brittany! You look so fresh and beautiful. Your hair is so lovely 🥰

[@WildlyFreeJo]

Super excited about the camper van Reno! Love your vlogs, so very happy with a mix of everything in your vlogs!x

[@vanesssalll]

had the LOVELIEST time listening to this while cooking lunch! just put my airpods on and the phone on the table and whew time just passed by so quick!

[@jenniferlesueur1359]

Love how you are so natural. Very refreshing. Thank you 💖

[@FirstNameLastName_255]

Thank you for sharing your journey with us! It’s so fascinating to see how things came together for you x

[@dowsirim5553]

Love the way you tell the story.. I think your previous jobs actually led your way to do what you are doing now brilliantly. Personally, I think the way u quit your job because the manager told u to wear men’s uniform and it made your Dee uncomfortable is the right thing to do even when you were really young. U had a healthy boundary.. bravo .. young or old , people deserve to be treated fairly.

[@willowg7249]

I loved hearing about your job history and looking forward to the camper van series!!

[@siskykeane009]

We have small grocery stores called “co-op’s” in the states too! They’re like small independent versions of Whole Foods haha

[@when_it_rainsilikethesmell4320]

Best intro today. Seriously made me laugh with that “hello…”. A somewhat atypical vlogger trying to follow typical vlogger protocol, without feeling typical, is perfectly Brittany. 🙌🏻

[@when_it_rainsilikethesmell4320]

Oh…and I CAN’T WAIT for camper van series! That’s a dream of mine!

[@rotemroichman1535]

I know you didn't really want to talk about becoming an online personal but I'd love to hear how you found out what types of content work for you & choose the platforms you work on :)

[@jpark2568]

Thank you for this 💕 Your added points at the end make me admire you more!👍🏻 … Also, I too am looking fwd to the camper van adventures!

[@nikibee7560]

Loved this Brittany, so interesting! Here as love your authentic personality & creative content & look forward to the van updates 🤩

[@deelot1]

I thought good on you for walking out of that Co-op job, I think that’s unacceptable for a manager to have behaved like that re the uniforms and his attitude.

[@kirsty8218]

Loving your career chat video! Thank you for sharing! It was very informative and inspiring xx

[@EscherZinzi]

I appreciate you recognising your privilege at the end. Very sincere which is why I rate you as a blogger! x

[@luisafrnz5932]

Loved the chat, life is a journey and fantastic that you are enjoying it along the way.

[@Khirschman]

Such an amazing video, thank you for sharing your journey, really enjoyed watching this 😊🤍

[@nataliekeane8944]

I'm guessing a lot of peeps are probably interested in the camper van series, I already know how to slap on some makeup and dress myself, lol. I say bring on all the camper van reno stuff you can throw at me. After all, it's a a huge trend at the moment during these times and a lot can live vicariously through you whilst you're doing it!!

[@kritikalal5116]

That was really so so endearing!! Loved the whole chat and I have so much more respect and adoration for you, for how you've come to be where you're at, and super excited to see what of make of this talent of yours in the future ❤️!! And really back in 2011/12 things were so so different from what they are today, the retail industry and the consumerism was very different at the time I feel!! We remember Geoffrey the🦒 hehe :3 ❤️❤️

[@lisavanterpool8081]

I appreciate your candid storytelling and your closing point about being white and slim. It's so important to acknowledge and it makes me respect your content even more. Somehow I still find myself watching your Christmas videos! I know your content is about your individual style but would you ever consider talking about style for people who are not white and slim? Just curious.

[@gegibs]

So keen for campervan series!

[@takeadvantage000]

I want to see the camper van renovation, please! :)

[@AmandaKoenigsberg]

Yes please give us camper can videos!!! 🙌🏻🙌🏻 that is interior design! And so exciting!! 💕

[@ambernyasia]

I appreciate that you expressed your privilege in the fashion/influencer world, its something that is often not expressed by the people who are given such oppurtunities. I loved hearing about your work history and your honesty. Also, I love the earrings you are wearing during the job history chat, where are they from?

[@MishMashMum]

Very interested in the Camervan Reno 😬 How exciting! 💜

[@oshrathalfon442]

It was soooooo interesting and inspiring; I hope your past employers watch this and feel awful with themselves for loosing you :) you are doing a great job

[@Lolathebluesmartie]

Brittany bathgate is a Friday superstar 🍦💥

[@paulinebrandt6767]

What a fascinating journey! Fell about with the Zara reference 😂! It resonates. Thanks for your honesty in recognising your privilege in this sphere. I also visited the Charlotte Perriand exhibition as per your recommendation - loved it and look forward to your stylish videos, esp interiors 😀x

[@enalyppop]

'our answers prayered' hahaha love you Brit

[@BrittanyBathgate1]

I kept playing that bit back over and over thinking, something isn’t right here. Then it clicked! 😂😂

[@opinion4415]

Toys R Us was an american company. There were many stores in America. They went bankrupt several years ago.

[@aliaelborai]

It's been raining NON STOP for 4 weeks here in Switzerland :') So I feel what you're saying, jumpers and jeans it is

[@federicavalente972]

Love to hear about Australia!

[@Lyndseyde]

That ToysRus ad brings back happy childhood memories ☺️

[@RachelJoyInMySkin]

AMAZING! So great to hear. Also happy your answers were prayed 😂😂😂 and HELLO… 3 weeks telesales?! I thought you were going to say you lasted all of 1 day. Would you be willing to share a vlog on your ig / blogger career? And GIRL, CAREER is the right word. Oooooh seen your outro now and you’re so thoughtful. X

[@OoohYeeaahh]

looking forward on the camper van videos.

[@caralum]

I loved listening to this, thank you. Also, I now can’t get the Toys R Us theme tune out of my head! 😂

[@BrittanyBathgate1]

Hahaha! So sorry. When I was editing this video I had it in my head for days. Thank you for watching x

[@robincraig3129]

We have Toys R Us in Canada. I also was raised by a single dad.

[@JanGlow]

I’m from Chicago, and we had Toys R Us here up until a few years ago when they went out of business

[@samiamubarak8857]

i’m very interested in the camper van journey but i think an entire video dedicated to it will be better

[@wendybrookes1878]

Really enjoyed this...looking forward to the camper..