how to ALWAYS look expensive on a budget!

[@JennyMustard]

thanks to every one sending me DMs and chatting in the facebook group and on the discord this week... i've been in such a bloody good mood because you're always the charmiest, cutest, kindest community an influencer could ask for. and also, it's so cool how you guys help each other out and even become offline friends over in those groups. mustard can really bring people together, huh? nothing but love, mwah

[@jamieontheroadtolove]

the tip to buy one piece with your monthly budget instead of multiple ones really got me like 🤯🤯🤯 it's such a good tip! thanks jenny 😊

[@kimaboho9778]

That's exactly what I'm doing now, game changer . Last month i bought a summer dress that I've been wanting for long. This month a t-shirt. Next month Im planning on getting a blazer (perfect for summer/autumn transition ) no more impulsive buying, and my bank account is thanking me.

[@EC-dg6ti]

I started buying things based on its function and/or purpose. Like I only buy shoes I'm able to walk in and that doesn't hurt my feet. Summer shirts in linen and cotton that will keep me cool and comfortable in the summer. Bags that I can carry things in. Jackets that can survive in every weather. So no high heels, no polyester dresses, tiny bags, and things like that that makes no damn sense!

[@selahmorse]

Yep to this! And I feel like this can only be learned through experience!

[@vallasekaletta9238]

So true! I had to get to my thirties to make this decision once and for all!

[@v4lentinaaaaa]

a kinda obvious but underrated tip for me is to read the washing instructions and take proper care of your clothes! people will buy nice things and then complain about how they're "bad quality" because after a few washes they look bad, but didn't read that's a hand wash/air dry only piece

[@giulia2051]

Basics for an alternative wardrobe (fall/winter): 1. Black platforms (ankle boots are best since they're the most versatile to style. If you can't walk in platforms I recommend creepers) 2. Black pleated skirt 3. Black pants/jeans (velvet is a good material, lace up pants are also good, they can be either skinny jeans or flared pants) 4. Black sweater/turtleneck 5. Vegan leather jacket/vegan leather trench coat/black coat with details (O rings, buckles, etc) 6. Vegan leather belt (preferably with chains/studs) (try to find one you can use both as a waist belt and a regular belt and with detachable chains so you can add them to other items as well) 7. Plaid skirt 8. Choker (vegan leather/black lace/whatever you like best) 9. One solid colour sweater (red is usually best to pair with black for an alt look, but if you want to go patterned I recommend black/white or black/red combinations. Emerald green is also a good colour for alt looks. Unless it's black or the occasional white, think mostly darker jewel tones) 10. Black dress (it's good to have one with straps that you can layer, I recommend velvet in general for alt/goth looks, and inbuilt buckle belts/metal details are always good) This is how I started creating my wardrobe when I wanted to switch to more alternative pieces :) then you can add to it but the same basics apply, especially in terms of colours (black, dark red/green/blue), fabrics (velvet, vegan leather, lace details) and accessories (if you want more punk, add metal. If you want more goth, add lace.) Hope this helps someone!

[@thatonecordelia]

I love that list, it's very fun. Genuine question though - isn't vegan leather actually less environmentally friendly than buying genuine leather second hand? Genuine leather products already exist and are usually well sourced or you can find and buy second hand, meanwhile vegan leather is basically just plastic as far as I understand. Same with vegan wool and the like (especially when sheep need to be sheared either way). I've always just been sort of confused by this, sorry if it comes off as rude.

[@giulia2051]

@@thatonecordelia yes, second hand real leather is better, but not exactly cheap 😅 I have a few vintage items made of real leather but I made this list for people on a budget (like myself lol) and vegan leather is much cheaper and of course better for the animals and the environment than the real one. You weren't rude at all don't worry :)

[@thatonecordelia]

@@giulia2051 Thanks for the answer

[@marymary4093]

@@thatonecordelia Great point. It's true vegan is a trendy name for synthetic fabric. It's better for animals but not better for the environment if it's fast fashion. That got me thinking, non-vegans don't really care what you wear so the only people who would comment would be animal lovers (hopefully planet lovers too) and then you could offer them this viewpoint. Like fur/leather, what's done is done, so recycling can be quite practical and kind to all. I'm equally as confused by the idea of kindness to animals while turning a blind eye to environmental costs and human rights concerns embedded in fast fashion.

[@agathewalter4111]

I love the alt style and that list is 100% on point

[@gracehardingham]

Once again, Jenny is completely right about everything! 💞

[@JennyMustard]

oh yeah that's my MO hah !

[@adriannapierzycka9818]

The best decision I've ever made for my own wardrobe was to invest in a good coat. I had some nice basic pieces already, but they'd always get covered up by a coat (hello, cold climate) that I wasn't that in love with. I got so many compliments ever since 😊

[@EC-dg6ti]

Same!!! I could never buy another coat that doesn't live up to the one I have now. So naturally I haven't bought a coat since.

[@annabelle7123]

As someone living in a cold weather in winter, totally agree. I have at least 1 good quality wool/cashmere jacket and 1 down jacket for super freezing days.

[@user-pz2ld1jh5m]

What coat did you buy?

[@ysach.891]

Hi girls... Any website you recommend for coats?

[@mimmikibilly]

Meanwhile in my wardrobe: 3 basics 50 show-stoppers Anyway thank you for the tips. Even though I love getting mostly statement pieces sometimes I need to ground myself a bit.

[@JennyMustard]

hah ! love it ! :'D

[@user-rn3mq5tl8y]

hey you do you, if it works for you go for it

[@eline.de.allerbeste]

I'm actually in the middle of getting "control" over my wardrobe, so this video was super helpful! In my early and mid twenties I had so much stuff (maybe in total around 800 items, especially when I still lived with my parents), and all of it trends and very cheap. Now that I'm almost 30 I find that I want to own less and not focus on trends so much, but wear what I actually love. It's hard to change this sometimes, but I'm already so much happier!

[@VictoriaMagrath]

Sooooo good Jenny! I just learned lots myself! You’re my fave!!!

[@Mukupirna]

A quick note about returning clothes purchased online: a lot of clothes returned to online stores never go back in sale and are thrown away instead (esp in fast fashion). So you might want to opt out from buying clothing online unless you know the material or cut and don't need it to be form fitting. Otherwise really inspiring vid!

[@Ac-he6eu]

That's ridiculous, I can't believe they actually do that! 🙁 Do you know some stores that do this so i can avoid them?

[@albertehall4192]

@@Ac-he6eu Would love to know as well!

[@Khaatana]

Oh no 😱 getting flashbacks to the lockdown ASOS splurges to find trousers/jeans that actually fit

[@marschruschrybul6247]

@@Ac-he6eu I know that H&M Europe and Zara Germany and BeNeLux put their returned clothes back into the selling cycle. I would think that all the less fast fashiony and more sustainable brands always resell returns. Can't really speak on any other fast or slow fashion because I don't buy online except for the two above. However, if you live in an area where you've got stores and they are open and you want to make sure your return will 100% not get thrown out at that point in time, return them in store cause they'll get sorted in with the store clothes. (for the other point in time: unsold store clothes will often get thrown out when new items go into rotation) Edit: Primark tosses returns

[@MsSamchester]

@@Khaatana I think Asos resell judging by the fact they've sent me clothes that smell really badly before!

[@ElliPullinen]

I love this! But must say it’s hard when you shop second hand 😄 I rarely buy clothes new, I like to go thrifting and vintage shopping.. but with preowned - you have to go regularly to find something you’re looking for, but every time I go I find something else that I absolutely love. 😂 and you have to make a decision right there and then, coz you can’t think for a day or two and then come back or return something. But I noticed that many things I bought are absolutely beautiful, but not so much on me. So I try to be more honest with myself in the fitting room. I will try out budget tip too!

[@Lena_Lena888]

You’re amazing Jenny! You are so futuristic in everything you do, meaning you’re always ahead of him ❤️

[@philyra2]

This is so timely! I just did a MAJOR closet purge and got rid of so much stuff I didn't wear. I had piles of pieces that were impulse buys or cheap basics that had seen much better days. Since all the COVID mess, I've been doing more shopping online and have fallen in love with consignment sites and pre-owned. I've still been very selective about purchases. After purging my wardrobe, I looked at what I needed and made a mental list and have been shopping with that in mind. I've scored some fabulous deals on classic pieces I know I will love for a long time. My new wardrobe is taking shape and I am so excited to have a grown-up closet that I am proud of!

[@CF-jk5fm]

I've lost quite a bit of weight recently so going to need to rebuild my wardrobe - this video is going to be super helpful!

[@UsorThem07]

Literally took notes since I'm now at an age I feel like I should invest in pieces that lasts longer and fit my more mature style. I'm gonna use these tips to do a closet "revamp," I especially liked the monthly budget and 1 thing a month plan. That can definitely work for me. Thank you!

[@christianally]

thank you for bringing these ideas to people! im recently sooo tired of (non-stop) clothing hauls, especially when youtubers say that shopping thrift stores is shopping for a good cause. excessive clothings, thrifted or not, is never a good shopping behaviour. LOVEEEE your content and all your thoughts!

[@woolypuffin392]

Also, not clothing related, but I finally got my teeth fixed (had crossbites and one tooth was nearly completely hidden behind my shovel) and I SWEAR I look the part now. I am not here to shame anyone, just my personal opinion after being embarrassed for my smile for over a decade, teeth really make a difference in how one feels and with that, how you come across. I feel like a million bucks now :D

[@hannahall424]

Never thought about just buying one item a month, its such a good idea! Ive always tried to save up for good items while still purchasing several pieces of normal stuff every month, meaning I could only afford ONE actual good purchase a year... haha

[@castiellagabriella6059]

Buying one item per monthly budget is a good idea! It's like gifting your hardworking self a present; some sort of self care to be exact. Finding the most important and very quality item and buy it for yourself to show appreciation on how much hardworking you are throughout the whole month. Thanks a lot for all the tips, Jenny. 🤗🤗🤗💞

[@manicjunkie]

My goodness, step 1 itself is GENIUS. So commonsense but I keep forgetting it! Thanks for this lovely video ❤

[@JennyMustard]

thank you for watching lovely!! glad you enjoyed it

[@royallyroses2692]

This is probably one of the best fashion advice videos I’ve ever seen!!! Especially now since I’ve started to get more into fashion (and I can’t stop impulse buying lmao)

[@pseminario4279]

I really like your tips and outlook on fashion, so healthy to encourage focusing on less quantity and more quality!

[@talkswb]

I loved hearing you talk about stop shopping without a plan, because I really believe in less impulse buying and more slow fashion! It’s something I’ve talked about myself in some of my own videos, I’ve always tried to buy things I thought I would keep and value! ☺️❤️ I really believe we should value the clothes we buy! ☺️❤️

[@PegasStar]

I always struggled with these videos about basics, as I never wore the silhouettes or styles considered as basics by most (jeans, to begin with, loose unicolored t-shirts, oversized anything..). This is actually the first one, that didn't try to dictate me, what has to be my basic, but made me realize I need to do a set of my own. I am gonna be thinking about it a lot - to figure out, what actually is my basic. I have several styles, sometimes they mix, sometimes they don't, and it solely depends on the occasion, I simply love to switch between them but I think there are common features I can try to point out and use as unifiers. Thank you!

[@antoniaaltenkamp4879]

♡single best video for building a beautiful wardrobe I totally love your style!

[@rantzg8822]

Jenny is back again to save my life !!!❤️ THANK YOU FOR THIS VIDEO

[@weatherbelll]

Jenny ! I love so much your tips, what do you do about the clothes you don’t want / don’t wear anymore ? How do you de-clutter ? Could you do a video about it ? Thanks ✨♥️

[@JamilaMusayeva]

I am also selling some of classic Celine and other luxury brand bags on vestiare collective. Such a great platform!

[@paradisebird2342]

Loved this video! It's time to get focused on high quality basics for me. Plus, the tip I most enjoyed was to have a monthly budget for just 1 item! Will definitely try it. Thank you :)

[@debchaffin]

I am back to building my basic staples and uhhhhh there’s so many options out there that is very hard to decide what to get, plus, i love the tip of getting just one good item a month, even tho i need everything at once i need to do that asap!

[@annabelle7123]

Among the essentials, I got everything except a summer jacket (I have fall and winter ones) and I don't need a vest. I have nearly stopped shopping for 2 months and I feel good. Thanks for reaffirming my views! 1 item per month, yes!! Hauls are so crazy, unrealistic and wasteful. More likely to fail with a few items.

[@ruthannevaneeden4024]

I always enjoy your styling/clothing vids Jenny, because you know your stuff

[@bridgetmcgrath3964]

Please do more these x

[@hilu1023]

My litlle tip: - learn your best colours (black does not suit for all,it may wash out your skintone!) - do you really need it,or are you wanting it because you are told it is "need", for example I realised that jeanjacket is not really my style! I'd rather lay nice knitwear over my shoulders

[@erinwhitney1707]

This is sooo helpful!! Do you have any thoughts on the basic kinds of shoes one needs?

[@victoria-rizahyde4482]

Love this! Thank for giving tips on a shopping budget and being open about buying second hand! It’s so reassuring know looking good on a budget is possible!

[@CandyMountainTV]

making a monthly budget but spending it on one piece is a mind-blowing tip wow haha i'll surely apply that from now on thanks so much!

[@linseywillingham]

I love this! It’s a thing I never knew I needed. I’ve been bookmarking items for ages. Then have to sift through everything only to have dead links and sold out items.

[@marymary4093]

But you have so much money left in your purse! No? :-) :-)

[@FleurDeCersier]

I'm a student with only very little money but people think I'm wealthy all the time because of the way I dress. I like to wear sophisticated, elegant clothes that I mostly buy on the internet (second hand). Just the other week I bought a silk button up for very little money.

[@VinhTran-nu2ni]

Thank you Jenny !

[@kallie_w]

This was sooo useful 💜💜💜

[@ReynaSingh]

I’m already onboard after step one!

[@LoveNeko64]

I love shoptagr! They always update me on sales and the coupons are amazing.

[@sakurasraven]

I am definitely on the hunt for a good black shirt, white shirt, and turtleneck. Hopefully I can find them soon. I believe we will be going to a thrift store soon in a wealthier area (I hope soon...), so I am excited to explore what I can find there.

[@dandlsg9683]

really nice tips!!!!

[@Your_cat_is_in_my_garden]

Love this!! Thank you Jenny , you are amazing 🤗

[@yes_eu_can]

I love all your videos!!!

[@goldenedge4261]

Finally some useful and achievable tips!!! Thank you 🌸

[@barborapetlakova]

This is such an amazing smart video!!! I love it. I'm currently decluttering my wardrobe (getting out pieces which do not fit me anymore 😢) and in the last months I have wanted to turn to more sustainable and quality shopping. So it is suuuper helpful, thank you! ❤

[@Swift327]

love this video. thank you so much!

[@e.walker9127]

I cannot live in neutral colors, even if they go better together. Black and gray I wear to funerals, memorials, and rosary prayers at a funeral home. I have to live in color because it affects my mood. The most, most, neutral color I can wear is blush or rose tone. Can you do a wardrobe capsule in bright, vivid colors?

[@souslocean778]

This video is so useful, thank youuu !! I just discovered your channel and I'm so glad I did ❤️

[@Peinaj]

So freaking informative. Succinct but thorough!

[@libby8003]

Really needed to hear this.

[@lemahsafi7791]

Early squaddd!! love from Afghanistan 🇦🇫

[@JennyMustard]

love to afghanistan !!!

[@evyschlak6731]

I learned a lot in your video kind regards from Germany I also have a bad shopping behavior and know I work at a fashion store and its really hard resist not to shop But I have a good rule for me every time I buy a new item one needs to go out of my closet You are so true a minimal waderob is simpler and less stresses me out than a closet full of things I start to go minimalism so I declutter my waderob and store items where I am not sure in boxes in the cella so everytime I miss a item I go and get it back and the rest gets donated Because I don't really know what's my style is and I try to figure it out there are so many out there 😅

[@zinzibam]

love these tips xx

[@SusanBRoman-ch9bm]

Great video Jenny!

[@Lily993]

Great tips, especially about the monthly budget! I'll make sure to start planning my purchases around this. :)

[@Kkkkkkk645]

love it ! Could you make a video with ethical / eco friendly / nice brand recommendations ?

[@ep4423]

Really good when covid ends you should come to Ireland and do some style workshops in the stores here, you're brilliant, thks

[@leblondefox9256]

i love checking out the 'outnet' and when they have a massive sale that's when I purchase unique outerwear pieces... :)

[@angieandersen0705]

So lovely video❤!

[@alisondosanjos4908]

I'm building a Capsule Wardrobe at the moment, the video helped me a lot. Thank you! :)

[@nihelofagirl]

This was so so good and helpful! :)

[@ClairePenettiere]

Hiii, love your videos, always helpful, and love your positive vibe ❣️

[@JennyMustard]

yay thanks love !!

[@deniseyounger6004]

I really liked this video very helpful! Thank you🌸

[@thealiceftw]

PRECIS det jag behövde just nu. BÄSTA Jenny

[@bridgetmcgrath3964]

Love this

[@anamunoz9481]

Thank you for taking the time to do this vid. As a vegan I dont even bother to go to this beautiful sites like Gucci, Channel etc yet ive seen you wearing well known brands. Pleaseeee, make a video with your more high end stuff and give us tips. Thank you!!!

[@程潇潇-h3u]

very helpful!

[@AlessiaBianchinii]

Jenny Jenny Jennyyyyyy....ohmy ohmy...always right about absolutely everything 🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹

[@Lolocha]

You’re an inspiration Jenny ☺️☺️☺️☺️

[@JennyMustard]

oh thaaaank you lolocha !!

[@thirstylikethemoose]

Can you suggest some websites to kind unique high quality basics? I always have a hard time finding them, especially preowned

[@dinisblog]

Such a great video👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 When I look at you I‘m always like „OMG she‘s endlessly cool!!!“ and then I look at me and I‘m like „ok, too much colours“😉😉🙃😂 X

[@kerolainabula5778]

I am shopping addict. Nice to meet you💕

[@basil33]

6:55 where is that coat from????

[@sikinsokin]

I think she mentioned it in another video. I remember it being from Farfetch.

[@basil33]

Sks Ksk thank you so much! I really would like to figure out the specific brand since that site sells many of them. If you remember which video please let me know.

[@Luke-qi6pf]

The basics are so important! if you don't have enough you won't be able to dress yourself differently!

[@Meskarune]

My wardrobe - black dress, black dress, more black dresses, colorful leggings, some jackets and scarves, black leather boots, black sneakers, black sandals. :D

[@r.a.morales2320]

Thank you ♥️ I gotta stop shopping fast fashion pieces 😭😭😭

[@garnwalkerstables]

Oh my gosh was this smart and helpful 😮❤👍 thanks 😊

[@lindaraj3643]

I found stop shopping and buy one thing per month really useful advice! It’s hard to avoid temptation though, lol!

[@lucyfamine5171]

I want to have your wardrobe so bad :( it's perfect

[@seas1321]

That waffle black/white sweater at 5:20. Its stunning! What? Where? Who? Plmk. thank you.

[@thirstylikethemoose]

A shopping tip I have to not over-buy because I am really impulsive picking things out is look at everything and start narrowing down what is your absolute favorite of each item. Say if you picked out 5 dresses which one do you REALLY love. Do this for each category and you’ll be sure you only buy your absolute favorites

[@haruhiscorner5372]

thank you so much for this! I was too lazy to look for anything fashion related (also bc I am on a budget) - but I decided that I want to do an effort in building at least a simple and chique wardrobe so that I can still look stylish (bc I care about that even if I did not do anything for it in the last few years xD) I will use your tips as a guidance :)

[@emilybogen9257]

Jenny, where is your boyfriend shirt from?! Been looking for a similar fit and material for ages...! (Crossing my fingers it's a sustainable brand...) xx

[@mitz4770]

omg hello jenny!!

[@JennyMustard]

hello !!!

[@martalawaty6161]

A big thumbs up for this video!

[@silviabjrkman9903]

My problem is I have no idea what brands are good quality. so everything I own is just crapou quality 😭 desperately need good quality basics.

[@according2her]

Everything but my coats, shoes and riding stuff lives in a single dresser, don't even have a wardrobe and that really helps :)

[@dariustubilda6183]

Love it ❤️

[@alicesoundso7243]

I think I try an other way: I used to buy one single piece in one month and now it is hard to create a really special outfit. So I planing in not buying clothes for a while and than I buy an complete outfit. Maybe a matching set of trousers and shirt or skirt and shirt, I dont know yet. 🤗

[@LaurenVacula]

super interesting- never heard of this!

[@erikanotarangelo]

i love all the clothes shown 😍 soon i will get an order and i will make a try on haul video on my youtube channel ❤️❤️

[@michellewithless]

Love love love your channel! Do you still model? How tall are you?

[@sineye7003]

you are like the no-nonsense advicer aunt that I never had

[@Laura-lh7xg]

Can someone recommend a brand to buy good quality basics from?

[@sikinsokin]

Organic Basics? They have basics and underwear (men and women).

[@carabarbarabutera8824]

Everlane, Aritzia, Uniqlo

[@nancyodonnell5298]

Can you give names of sites that sell used clothing