I Spent $100 vs $20 on Thrift Store Mystery Boxes.. (Not What I Expected)

[@Ellbat]

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[@outoftheklosset]

Haven't finished the video yet but I just hope that you're doing OK. Sending you much love and support.💐

[@alannahtroyer8354]

Ellbat looks kind of similar to a meerkat for me? Or an antelope, those are my votes. Both really sweet looking, but also longer elegant features.

[@Yeahhhmaybe]

I was getting meerkat too!

[@whoevenknows762]

She definitely gives off meerkat vibes

[@thesquishstitch]

Meerkat!!!!!

[@alastairsart773]

Meerkat vibes are so strong

[@056weom]

meerkat!!!

[@isabellemarshall3878]

Hear me out... your face , and a bat. Because ... Ell-BAT

[@isabellemarshall3878]

But like , those bat's that just look like derpy sky puppies

[@Piti_Pingu]

@@isabellemarshall3878 Yes that would be so awesome! I hope this gets the likes to become the shirt x3

[@turkoizdog]

Flying foxes. Also its face needs to be upside down.

[@isabellemarshall3878]

@@turkoizdog you get it!

[@midorishiwa]

And we can pretend it’s because she plays Batwoman?

[@jenniree29]

100% Gazelle. Great lines, soft beauty...smidge of adorable awkwardness. 😊

[@shamelesslykristen]

I thought the same thing! Definitely gazelle

[@shivandragon2106]

Love this!

[@scarletannelee2023]

God I remember watching you at 14, as a high school drop out wishing I could be as cool as you 😭 now I’m 17 and a sports student. How times have changed.

[@Ellbat]

im so proud of you

[@ooinvsaoo]

Get it! ❤

[@misszt]

You're in the midst of the best time of your life - enjoy it and be proud ♥

[@xxtiamide]

Omg you should totally do half your face and half Atlas' face!

[@Ellbat]

this would be iconic

[@summerloveleigh]

As an American, I love hearing the different pronunciations of the brands. Addy Daz was my favorite.

[@c_d8673]

The story behind the founding of Adidas in Germany is v interesting - guy was called Adi Dassler hence the pronunciation, and his brother founded Puma as a rival brand

[@smileloveinspire]

That's actually the correct pronunciation. It's a German brand & I am German :)

[@summerloveleigh]

@@smileloveinspire I was pretty sure that's the way it's supposed to be said . Us Americans put a funny accent on everything lol

[@jo4vt]

Nike was the only one I noticed that was pronounced “incorrectly,” but very charmingly. I liked hearing the Adidas pronunciation as well, it’s definitely correct, but in the US we butcher many words!

[@BrookeYoder]

I used to be part of a company that had a partnership deal with Reebok, who at the time was owned by Adidas. We were invited to take part in a presentation at the Global Brand Conference, and I remember that in our very first meeting one of the first things they told us was that Americans all pronounce Adidas wrong. The way she is pronouncing it is actually correct!

[@kaileerenae9719]

LeBron worked with Nike and they came up with a lion logo for him (in reference to his nickname as “the King”). So that’s likely what the half LeBron/half lion shirt is based on. If you look at the LeBron Nikes, they have lions on them. Also, I love the way you pronounce Nike and Adidas 😂😂

[@lestranged]

the pronunciations were a hoot!

[@toastbrotL1]

Her pronounciation of Adidas is waaay better and more correct than what you here in the US most of the time

[@lestranged]

@@toastbrotL1 hear?

[@toastbrotL1]

@@lestranged yes

[@Darenim]

I wonder how Americans say Nike and Adidas now...

[@sleepypup]

I'm not sure if it was mostly a thing in the US but the wrinkly blouse is called a popcorn top 🤣 They were HUGE in the early 2000s and there were even hats made out of that material

[@charlotterene9664]

It was also a fad in Australia in the 2000s

[@Nikki-rx8ri]

They were also huge here in the Netherlands. I had a pink one and a blue one lmao.

[@Alyy_Cat]

I also saw them called bubble tops i think? We definitely called them popcorn though 😂

[@joycegreer9391]

@@Alyy_Cat or puckered

[@hjcdormouse7337]

Love that blouse it looks unique aas for Elbat as a animal hmmmm A Meerkat... Tall, Inquisitive, Lover of Cats and bring joy, fun and laughter and caring community

[@shan1183]

I was thinking the same!

[@maya-gur695]

I love thrifted mystery boxes! What a wonderful way to come back.

[@jasmineramplin4591]

The integration corner is my favourite corner when the two cats are there xx they should be a part everytime xx

[@SherryAnnOfTheWest]

That black "crinkle" button-up blouse has GOT to be from the 90s when those were everywhere in the USA. They generally came and looked like a child's size, but with all the ruching and ruffling, an adult woman could fit into them.

[@WhoaBbyItsArie]

Thank god someone knew. This has me feeling OLD 😂

[@joycegreer9391]

Yes, all puckery but very stretchy.

[@midorishiwa]

“I’ve never seen a top like this” my sweet summer child… it was all the rage when I was a kid.

[@ineschepers3791]

Definitely a capybara! I have no explanation why but you give me capybara vibes 😅 (Might be my brain being broken, I'm in the middle of exams right now, and my thoughts are getting more questionable day by day)

[@Ellbat]

these used to be my favourite animal lmao

[@zoejorgensen134]

I don't think this would be particularly your style, but with the floral skirt you could put it with a tucked in white t-shirt, dainty gold necklaces, maybe some bangle bracelets, ankle booties, and a hat (think those fabric boater hats/ fedoras that tumblr hipsters were wearing years ago lmao). It would take it from grandma to church/very summery but sweet and modest. Saw a lot of stuff similar to this in Utah USA

[@Ellbat]

I might try this in the second channel video!!! Thank u 💓

[@ambersmith2612]

As I was reading this I was like “ southern bell outfit” and then you said UTAH and I was like… I WAS RIGHT

[@spookymulder1204]

Those bubble tops (the black frill blouse) were EVERYWHERE in the early 2000s

[@plant.3670]

red panda! you definitely look like a red panda ☺

[@talb.1805]

I love the lighting so dramatic! Like those old crime noir films where they have a lighting stripe only on their eyes... Iconic

[@ciara.d3]

There's a 1 kilo event thing in some areas of the UK, mainly Brighton area that has a bunch of clothes in a hall to choose from and you get charged per kilo of clothes. The prices start higher at the beginning of the day but by 4pm you can get things for under £10 per kilo. They usually have more proper vintage and unique pieces. There are still a good amount of branded items but a lot of the pieces are things that are good to style and not necessarily just a shirt with a brand name on.

[@cookiehuntress4173]

At 21:55 I was totally amazed by how amazingly synchronized your cats are...until I realized...there's a freaking mirror. :D

[@haz.fellie]

The bubble top from the late 90s is sending me

[@HeyRowanEllis]

i mean i love that floral skirt so it's DEFINITELY giving grandma asdfgh

[@Ellbat]

u mean HOT grandma 😏

[@me4getz]

Ellbat / wambat = Ell /Bat merch

[@ghostphrog]

I can't believe you've never seen those crumply shirts before 💀💀I used to see them all the time in big bins at the pharmacy like 7 years ago

[@bethmw28]

Good old popcorn tops! I had one as a tween in the early 2000s 😂😂

[@dark_baphomet]

Literally I hate that fabric but if she loves it then good for her haha I just hate the odd texture and it reminds me of like lychees lol

[@helsbels]

Pretty sure there are still stalls selling this in Camden Market 😅

[@riabouchinska]

Same I was surprised she liked it so much! That texture always grossed me out lol

[@mely2959]

The floral skirt is giving boiled sweets I have to say 😂 The final curated outfit is giving Ali G with the hat and the chain but with your own jacket at the end looks much better!

[@E13DHX]

I think the granny skirt with tights, combat boots and a black leather jacket could be cool!

[@charlotteguare7849]

I hope the snoozy kitties will be a permanent addition to the integration corner. 😻

[@midorishiwa]

I think the pre loved kilo is mostly aimed at people doing up cycling / sewing projects. So I guess now you have to do a “I try upcycling” video

[@kiliesmom]

That top you love was a huge trend in the 2000s. I called them popcorn tops. I highly disliked them lmao. To each their own!

[@joycegreer9391]

I didn't like them either. They never felt right to me.

[@Cwtchaholic]

I love charity/second hand. Hated that first box! I’d have been well peed off 😂😂

[@jenmatt1923]

So funny story, those blouses were popular among older ladies maybe 15 years ago. They were often marketed as one size fits all. I remember my boss's retired mother had one, though it was pullover not button down.

[@desarailiberty4551]

Meercat and Ellbat are the same. Legendary meercat energy

[@smileloveinspire]

Your animal is obviously a fox! And about the floral skirt: you could try to dye it (black?) if you like the quality, fit and size!

[@olidambo9361]

Your videos are still my comfort videos 3 years later!:)

[@Ellbat]

this makes me so happy

[@Ry9653]

I don't get why you don't absolutely love the black pencil skirt 😍 I have one just like that and it's one of my absolute favourite clothing items! You can combine it with almost any top. For work with a more preppy top, or for an laid-back yet elegant leisure look: With an oversized T-Shirt, flat boots and elegant earrings. 👌

[@angeldelvax7219]

I almost exclusively wear used clothes. Some time ago I got a pair of emporio armani jeans from a friend. Truly, it was the best pair of jeans I ever had! really comfortable, and it lasted longer than most other brands. For your t-shirt design, I'd say you remind me of a husky. Don't know why tho. Maybe it's because I feel I can really trust you, and you always keep going, no matter what. Nothing seems to hold you back. The "adorable factor" is really high in both you and huskies too, but that might just be my quirky mind XD

[@LynxChan]

Watching you wear a series of t-shirt straight out of my high school experience as "vintage" is...a blow.

[@erin_0293]

The vid was definitely worth the wait :) Ngl I’m terrible at buying myself clothes this could be a cool thing to try

[@kimbrolyy]

A gazelle (Edit: figured I should probably elaborate but all I've got is that that's what my brain came up with and then refused to remember any other animals, so there you go lol)

[@elizabethbentley94]

Sisterhood of the traveling Adidas top🤣

[@jo4vt]

I could see the floral skirt with a chunky sweater and chunky leather boots for winter, or a cropped white tank top and white, low converse for summer. The length is definitely tricky.

[@tobyskinner94]

Rumours have if you are early, you get a reply! Great video as always! Happy New Year!

[@Ellbat]

rumours are FALSE

[@DartJedi]

He is known as King James. So King of the Jungle reference. The curated box was probably the best over all, but i think I did like that flowery skirt with the black top you loved the best.

[@juliascheumer6700]

I LOVE your videos. It's an incredibly grey and moody morning in Germany, but I'm having the best time smiling about your comments 😀 Thank you!

[@AndrewD8Red]

12:22 That is a legitimately FANTASTIC idea. Animal wise, you're quite obviously a chipmunk. I can see it now; a smouldering, serious pic of half of your face alongside a cutesy wee chipmunk in black and white looking classy as FUUUUUUUU- EDIT: NO! A flying fox bat. They're so damn sweet and cute. Go and look for KZbin videos about flying fox bats. Do it right now! You won't be disappointed.

[@cody7888]

Stream is over so now I’m here!

[@sm_Llama]

I died when you said "like a naughty Victorian lady" 🤣🤣🤣

[@maedperfect]

Cute giraffe 🖤🖤🖤

[@maceechristensen8185]

Okay the floral skirt is so cute! You could do a plain black tee and a thick woven belt and some low ankle boots or you could wear some cute slides with it and maybe a white bag

[@magilicious14]

I love that there's more options popping up for people wanting to try out thrifting. Tbh I don't think I could ever do one of these boxes though. The shipping part of it kind of cancels out part of the sustainability, especially since I won't see or be able to try on the pieces until I get them. I also am very particular about how a fabric feels and finding pieces with specific silhouettes (I'm a short, large-chested woman, and I don't wanna look like a pillowcase lol). If it gets more people to start shopping second-hand then that's a great step!

[@lieslbryant4549]

Wombat, fruit bat, sea bat… so many well-named animals to choose from! But if going by looks: it’s giving giraffe. (In the best possible way!)

[@J3SStheM3SS007]

I would love a shirt with you and a squirrel or house cat🙏🙏 Also you're Levi shirt would look good with your flowery skirt and converse!

[@-rayn-4934]

Skillshare Link-Clicker here....I swear to god, this sponsorship was a godsend. I want to do covers of songs and produce my own music videos....and even though I have learned to film and edit with the equipment at my university, after graduating I have to start fresh with new unfamiliar tools...plus, pick up music production from scratch. AND make a youtube channel. And probably put it on other streaming plattforms. I didn't even know where to start and just found so many classes on Skillshare to help me. I feel like I finally got a grip. Thanks babe.

[@meaganboyd8964]

Fox 🦊 vibes for me. Don’t know why, just what I’m getting 😂

[@weirdoneontheblock]

With the long granny skirt it would look good with a white fitted blouse or poet top and long necklaces, perhaps also a chain belt.

[@revondamehovic3132]

Ok, I'd really like to see a shirt that's half you and half ostrich. Not because you're giving ostrich, but because I think it would be hilarious

[@debbiemcbee]

The shirt with the gold fleur de lis is a New Orleans Saints shirt. They are a football team from my state, Louisiana.

[@guachuleruleru]

I would style the floral skirt with a white mock neck top, knee high boots and an oversized jacket (blue denim or brown suede) and gold jewelry. I think its really pretty

[@karen_lobster]

@21:55 when the cats jumped onto the window together 🥹 Their relationship is so precious!

[@alexlme3871]

It was only one cat in front of a mirror 😅

[@karen_lobster]

omfg I am so dumb 😂😂 been tricked by a mirror lmao. My point still stand though. See @0:53

[@Ellbat]

They were both up there at some point!! I think I might’ve cut it but they defo were 🥺💓

[@karen_lobster]

@@Ellbat so happy you have such an amazing pair of fuzzy pals!! As a cat lover myself, it’s always so amazing to watch others fall in love with kitties. Plus Atlas and Gaia are just SO gorgeous

[@wifeofsauron1658]

I honestly think the black pencil skirt is super flattering on you! But that's just me. 😊

[@PinkPortal]

i think the LeBron thing is putting 2 kings as one figure. One the king of the court and the king of the jungle.

[@k.allen007]

I also think the black skirt and shirt combo was kinda great as well

[@Greebo80]

Finally a new video. Missed seeing you in my recommendations.

[@maypregent2979]

Here me out : a fox🦊 idk why but she's giving me fox vibes! Great video as always !!🧡

[@borglindehansdottir5238]

Yaaaay I was looking for a team fox and their it is ! That was my first answer too !

[@joycegreer9391]

That was fun. The fleur-de-lis is the symbol of the Saints football team in Louisiana. Lot of French influence in and near New Orleans.

[@sarahgirard1405]

I would try a lama or alpaca… ❤ 😊 some of my favorite animals.

[@MeganLoveless]

loved this video! I think maybe the black long sleeve from the curated box was intended to go underneath the striped blue tee

[@winterburden]

Thank you for trying them Ellbat! 🙆‍♀️

[@Ellbat]

hello sweetness

[@awarelee1571]

the black blouse with the ruffles reminds me of a similar one I used to have when I was 7/8yo, pretty sure that style was all the craze in the late 90s, at least here. I remember seeing them around haha

[@riabouchinska]

I really love the colors and pattern of the floral skirt but idk if I would wear it or like make it into a pillow or something

[@allakarimova935]

I looooove the first final look. Just without those shoes :D

[@serasilva8214]

I was suprised by how similar the clothes seemed originally. It seemed so basic. But the quality really shines through honestly. I think the curated box outfits looked way nicer.

[@sirtsupirtsu]

Giraffe or donkey :) Collie dog could be also an option.

[@me4getz]

the black shirt with the gold fleur de lis is the NFL team the New Orleans Saints

[@stacyklesen1232]

I was checking to see if anyone had commented and you saved me the trouble. I'm so not a sports fan (I LOATHE American football) but I lived in New Orleans and have family there, so can't escape knowing who the Saints are even just by their logo.

[@joycegreer9391]

@@stacyklesen1232 I probably wouldn't have known either, except my husband is from Louisiana.

[@AceIsInLastPlace]

welcome back! missed your videos, hope you had a good hiatus 💕💕💕

[@bushktrk]

The black top that she loves was a big thing in the early 90's in New York. They were a "one size fits all" type shirt and looked horrible on pretty much everyone.

[@shruggling]

I'm thinking EllBat looks most like a tiger or peacock perhaps

[@-.sxge.-1625]

yes! a peacock definitely

[@ebola571]

The black top is out standing, you look great in it.

[@mkaltreider5322]

Wombat + Ell please 😆ty for this video!

[@littelluove]

I'm not gonna lie the first mystery box feels more like a crime against humanity and with the prize you payed even more 😂. The second one is decent at least, i wouldnt wear it but its giving. How you make any of the pieces of the first box look good is beyond me, so im guessing it's all you . I would have not touched any of these pieces, let alone wear them😂. Would wear the shirt with you on ! Make it a worm or a lamb ! :D Love the new trying-on-clothes corner, looks very comfi. Bestie not the ydyb placement at the end with the fleece 😂, i saw that :D

[@kiriporritt6057]

The best item is definitely the black ruffle shirt - although I thought it was horrible until you put it on. If you did up the shirt completely with the black skirt and put on some ballet flats or chunky loafers - you could easily wear it to an office. Not a fan of the curated items at all. I think the blue shirt gives off night shirt. I have a very different style (would totally wear that Rebok shirt to the gym). But still love many of your outfits!

[@andreawilkins4779]

Elena is always in the middle of exam season 😂

[@Ellbat]

my university hates me 😭

[@misszt]

21:49 is literally all the teenagers that hang around outise Tesco vaping. PACK IT IN 💀 😂 😂 😂 😂 😂 ♥

[@jill6680]

I'm going to start saying Addy Daz instead of what we in the U.S call it. Sooo cute!

[@blaireshoe8738]

owaiqfpadkw I forgot you remind us to hydrate at the end and genuinely needed it you may have just saved me from a dehydration headache I am downing so much water rn

[@elisevandenberghe2901]

I love that grandma skirt 😍

[@Cheznrice]

I love the way you say Adidas and Nike.

[@midorishiwa]

The integration corner has two cats, that’s my favourite kind of corner too.

[@KellySinkiewicz]

Who here laughed when they saw the ruched black top she loves and has never seen before? Because I remember those being so popular in maybe the late 90s or early 2000. Can't remember exactly what year but it was common and I had few tops like it. I was likely in middle school.

[@technicolormind]

Where are your jeans from?? I love the style of the pockets and the wide leg!

[@syridiablue]

Yes for Elbat + Bat!!

[@Katjoym]

The black blouse is giving me flashbacks from my youth 🥲🥲

[@carolpaquette9922]

Perhaps an ostrich.. in the BEST possible way! Like the poshest ostrich you’ve ever laid eyes on.. 😂

[@flolrachou8936]

8:32 I hear that often 🥺

[@GabyWith1B]

I'm living for the commentary on your middle school gym shirt XD

[@MW-on1ft]

The black blouse we called pop corn shirts in the US they are one size fit almost all, but not. These tops are out of fashion here. They were mostly sold at chain drug stores often for like $5 US . Unfortunately, an elderly friend loved these. It looks much better on you than my 74 year old friend.

[@JohnSmith-kf8mv]

Elbat & a Leopardess 👸+🐯

[@xxtxmn]

not the new orleans saints shirt...did not expect to see my city in this video lmfao

[@kristennelson5898]

The Levi's shirt is on sale at Sam's club right now for 4.88 dollars just bought it for my son. You can find pretty decent name brand clothes there often