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

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.
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Monica
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[@robertahenry1957]

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.😊

[@RockDove5212]

Would love to see you in the outfits you buy, maybe modelling them as an outfit at home later. ❤

[@Bee-ly4gx]

Yes so would I.

[@themonicaway.]

Great idea!!♥️♥️ will add to my list! Thank you x

[@rositasierra5935]

I second that! I really wanted to see the last one on her! ❤

[@JehanineMelmoth]

@@themonicaway.we need to see that Ralph Lauren dress on you!

[@TheSteffie59]

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!

[@flaviacharlie4893]

Hi, what’s the best charity shop in Bolton? Thanks 🥰

[@helenstella2666]

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.]

Thanks so much!!! Really appreciate the feedback xx

[@carolgee2775]

Great video Monica. I have shopped in charity shops for years now. Some amazing treasures. Love your style. Xx

[@PatriciaEnright]

More great style and tips on fashion on a budget. Didn't realise such gems can be found in charity shops! Love watching you.

[@danusia3000]

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]

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 🙄

[@dianawright5835]

New to your channel sending ❤❤❤from Australia. Great deals

[@themonicaway.]

Thanks so much xx

[@thudeshreenaidoo3330]

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.]

Thanks! ♥️ I like both styles, but appreciate your opinion on the matter 🥰 xx

[@katem3961]

Wonderful items ❤ Have never ever seen such brilliant items in our Australian Op shops, unfortunately. Thank you for the great video.

[@themonicaway.]

You are so welcome!♥️♥️♥️

[@katereynolds1520]

Fantastic video! Really great advice for those of us loving to shop second hand.

[@arlenecal]

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]

Where is SoCal?

[@themonicaway.]

Thanks so much for the lovely feedback! xx

[@janinewoodbridge3814]

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.]

♥️♥️♥️ I do love the American ones too!

[@mansoor3159]

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.]

Thank you so much!! Have a lovely weekend too xxxx

[@jackieedwards2023]

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 😊

[@suzukisylv]

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.]

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 🥰

[@CathYoung24]

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.]

Thank you so much! That’s such a kind comment - I really appreciate the feedback xx

[@ikagrzeszczak-hindson8492]

You are intriguing interesting informative and so very passionate about Charity shopping. I just love it. You are so talented. 😊👍thank you

[@PeppermintandTea]

Charity shops here in Scotland are so overpriced, and not as nice items as what you’re showing us.

[@themonicaway.]

I’ll try to do some in Scotland when I’m next there ☺️♥️

[@carolyngrotaers4454]

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.]

Hello! Yes I absolutely will do ♥️ x

[@PennyEdgington]

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.]

Thanks so much! So sorry, it’s linked now! xx

[@PennyEdgington]

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

[@SusanGeyer-l4k]

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😂

[@themonicaway.]

Oh this is such a lovely story!!! Thanks for your comment and for watching xxxxx

[@paulinereakes5862]

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.]

Good luck! You can do it ✔️♻️

[@thegranny]

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 !!😊

[@gracedarlenemcpherson9079]

I just found your channel yesterday and it is awesome!

[@themonicaway.]

Thanks so so much!!

[@nickyrouse2460]

Love your videos put please clip the mic on

[@themonicaway.]

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

[@samsilva3625]

Can you do a video on what’s flattering for petite women please.

[@themonicaway.]

Will add to my list of ideas, thanks so much! x

[@kerryann7495]

Love your videos! I would like to see more second hand shopping tips and tricks. ❤

[@lindawest165]

Wow blazers really nice ... Dress is beautiful would love to see you in whole lutfit you brought from charity shop please 😊😊😊

[@user-dj2zr9rl2o]

I like your style. Viewing from US, I can't see how these charity shop visits will help my closet, but the philosophy is spot on! Unfortunately, I don't have access to quality charity shops, and I'm not an expert in quality brands. The focus on conservative styles and natural fibers is good advice. What would benefit me, and maybe most, is online links to shopping opportunities. The Halara pants for example might be great for many. Your sources for online vintage would be awesome.

[@am-yu6jo]

Just found you today and subscribed. Love your content ❤

[@themonicaway.]

I’m flattered! Welcome to my channel xxxxx

[@obstantiadiscindo]

I'm wondering how many clothes you have at home, Monica! 😄 So many irresistible temptations in every shop!

[@themonicaway.]

My husband will concur: too many 😂😂 but I try to donate as many as I can back into the charity shop cycle! ♻️♥️✨

[@LivingMyBestLife517]

Wish we had beautiful shop so like this in the U.S. Our stuff is nowhere as nice as this.

[@ikagrzeszczak-hindson8492]

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

[@carolinelowings7501]

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.]

Thanks so much! Yes M&S I love to find preloved x

[@Bee-ly4gx]

Another excellent video great tips.

[@themonicaway.]

Thank you so much!! x

[@jantowse841]

A great video, thank you! The charity shop styling tips are wonderful! Such great advice and inspiration, so stylish. More please! 😊

[@themonicaway.]

Thanks so so much for your kind words! Really appreciate it xx

[@anitaoconnor8029]

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.]

Thanks so much!! ♥️

[@thecheshirecrafter4522]

Good quality and the prices are amazing.

[@themonicaway.]

Agree!🥰

[@PembrokeTietze]

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!

[@debrastewart6714]

Hello Monica, I found your channel! I love it ,Thankyou . Take care and see you again soon ,I'm from Australia xo💕🤗

[@themonicaway.]

Thanks so much 😊♥️

[@sunshine-bs2jx]

Hi from Ireland... you literally pick up everything i do in charity shops !! Great taste

[@themonicaway.]

Thanks so much! xx

[@deborahbull5968]

Look in the mens section for a blazer or jacket 🧥 oversized with jeans looks fab x

[@themonicaway.]

Couldn’t agree more!!♥️

[@ellenoakes5210]

I bought a brand new leather 3/4 black coat with all price taggs in for £135. Tried it on perfect that was 10 years ago still have it still wear it. Bargain.

[@themonicaway.]

THE DREAM! Well done you x

[@LindaHarpur]

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.]

That’s so so kind of you! Welcome to my channel and happy to have you here!! Monica xxx

[@debrasams2362]

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.]

You are so welcome!♥️♥️♥️

[@rosiew8-fenn]

I wish I lived closer to you as I’d come to the charity shops with you! Great finds xxx

[@themonicaway.]

Thanks so much - haha yes, I will also be covering other areas of the UK soon!! ♥️🥰

[@bernitajenkins7581]

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.]

Love this! ♥️♻️✔️

[@cathikelly9899]

Thanks! I'll check it out 😊

[@JehanineMelmoth]

I’ve subscribed! You have a good eye. Though what’s wrong with little flowers? Some of the ditsy flower prints can be charming. Re jewellery, my prize charity shop find was a solid silver necklace (hallmarked) with lapis lazuli beads, for £1.99. You never know what treasure you’ll find!

[@themonicaway.]

Thanks so much!! Moreso a personal preference but I find smaller flowers look a little more ‘cheap’ (lots of highstreet brands use them) whereas larger prints I find higher-end brands use and thus, feels more premium & elegant (for me anyways) ♥️♥️

[@JehanineMelmoth]

@@themonicaway. it’s probably because I grew up in the 70s and 80s - back then large prints were the cheap ones, and designers had moved to small prints.

[@bekscho]

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.

[@themonicaway.]

Will try to in future videos! Thanks for the feedback xx

[@annpendigrast9682]

ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC VIDEO. THANKS ❤

[@themonicaway.]

You are so welcome!♥️

[@IS-gk4jf]

You have such a great eye for finding great pieces

[@themonicaway.]

Thanks so much! ♥️

[@suzannelawson9215]

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?

[@julielozano1852]

Now ready to go shopping 😂😂😂

[@themonicaway.]

Hahaha I feel you! 😍

[@paulinereakes5862]

Where do you buy the disinfectant spray from?

[@themonicaway.]

Hello! It’s linked in the description 🥰

[@Caroline-Ann1509]

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.]

What a kind comment!! I really appreciate it - thank you xxx

[@themonicaway.]

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 ♥️🥰

[@dorisrougvie1793]

Love all the areas that you cover ,not into striped items though 😊

[@themonicaway.]

Thanks! Yes style is of course personal ♥️

[@annalewis3356]

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.

[@carolineahern9568]

Maybe change the name of your channel, your the second hand styler right?

[@themonicaway.]

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]

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

[@suzannelawson9215]

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.]

Hello! Thanks so much - I’ll go back and find the comment and reply this week ♥️♥️♥️

[@kateedwards3631]

Can I please ask about the wear only big florals comment? Thank you love watching your videos x

[@themonicaway.]

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 ♥️🌹🥰

[@gillsargisson8863]

Love watching your videos, and will be excited to see you styling up the Ralph Lauren dress ❤🎉

[@themonicaway.]

Thank you so so much! ♥️♥️♥️

[@thudeshreenaidoo3330]

Love u too our videos! ❤

[@themonicaway.]

Thanks so much! xx

[@danagodfrey2979]

Blazer whether u pick men s or women’s any ideas cheers great videos

[@themonicaway.]

Thanks so much! ♥️

[@jdillon121]

❤❤❤❤❤❤First timer. Great.