I Tried Dressing "Knightcore" For a Week!

(well, technically 5 days.... hehe)
HELLLO it is I, an internal granny trying to keep up with aesthetics and trends. For this week, I decided to try dressing "Knightcore". Think swords and armor and badass-ery. I partnered up with my artist friend Savannah to replicate some of her outfit designs. WOOOOOO, this beast took so long to edit lol
OKAY ENJOYYYYY!!!
Savannah: / savannahalexandraart
Lost Land Collections: / lostlandcollections
|| Outfit Info ||
Monday:
Top - I Do Declare @ixdoxdeclare
Chest plate - Cheapo halloween armor that I repainted and refitted hehe
Trousers - Etsy (tag saysCasablanca)
Boots - Dream Pairs
Belt- thredup
Sword - Braveheart replica from Amazon lolll
Tuesday:
Blouse - Etsy
Skirt - Little Women Atelier (littlewomenatelier.com/)
Boots - Dream Pairs
Wednesday:
Blouse - Pavietra (pavietra.com/)
Collar Armor - Falconiere Shop (www.etsy.com/shop/silkandarmour)
Belt - Amazon
Shoes - Vintage from Etsy
Thursday:
blouse - Pavietra
Trousers - Thredup
Boots - Dream Pairs
Friday:
Blouse - Vintage
Bloomers - Joyful By design (www.etsy.com/shop/joyfulbydesign)
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Facebook: / rachelmaksy
Twitter: / rachelmaksy
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TikTok: @rachelmaksy

[@bernadettebanner]

YES ⚔️ PLEASE ⚔️ More Knightcore More Ladies With Swords More Heraldic Floofs

[@heathermarie1322]

@@lou_bibliotecarianerd Me too lmao I saw her sewing the buttonhole and went "yessss!"

[@multifandomperson8703]

Piratecore!

[@jessicaclakley3691]

I wonder how his majesty would feel if you were to hand sew him matching vestments lol

[@Quilly-Sammy]

YES FOR OUR BRAVE AND BEAUTIFUL WOMEN WITH SWORDS, WOO!!!!

[@nefertitimontoya]

I love how supportive the costuming community on youtube is

[@Hildegardvonblingin]

You have my sword! 🗡️ Thank you for normalizing armour in public. Also how cool is it that you have all those ruins in your area?

[@cheezleweasel661]

HILDEGARD VON BLINGIN ??? but yea for real..... ruins are so cool

[@rhakasha]

Your username just made my day!

[@mykadia]

another person chiming in to say your username is fabulous

[@Giulia_C2222]

@@rhakasha you should see their music, in pop/modern music in medieval style

[@elenachristian9860]

Are you THE Hildegard Von Blingin'? *Swoons

[@shayharris1254]

“Succulents are nearly impossible to kill” is a rotten lie that I once believed too.

[@lupa1445]

I like you (:

[@ulla.umlaut]

They are nearly impossible to kill _through neglect_ which for some reason is the assumption people have made about houseplant care issues. Most people need a plant that can not be watered too frequently because water = love and WE WANT TO LOVE THEM.

[@emericcson123]

I've killed a lot of them and also cacti (bc I...left it out in the sun too long). If it says it can't be killed, I will find a way lol. It's always just a matter of time after which I buy (or am gifted) a live one.

[@ulla.umlaut]

@@emericcson123 Here is a conceptual gift: think about how much a bouquet of flowers costs and how long they look good, then think about how much a houseplant costs and how long it looks good. You don't expect the flowers to keep fresh and perfect forever, and most people are willing to toss them when they're done looking their best. If that plant looks good for two weeks or a month, maybe that's all it needs to do.

[@valkyrievinters9325]

omg did you make that joke on purpose? because her succulent died of rot due to too much love (water)? I really like you for that.

[@frostedjosieos3193]

Me, every time Frodo was onscreen in his little jousting uniform: STEED. NOBLE STEED.

[@bellac6311]

please please tell me that is a Labryinth reference?

[@frostedjosieos3193]

@@bellac6311 ngl I didn’t even think about it, but now it is

[@emmadow4880]

@@bellac6311 wow okay now I have to spend my evening watching Labyrinth again.. thank you lol

[@MorganDonner]

Where do I sign up for this game's beta plz? 🤩

[@dimfke_]

idk but if you find it, please let me know

[@lillymaddy4881]

Okay, but like? A collab of you two doing a kightcore video?!?!

[@Chef_Julie_B]

RIGHT?! I’d play the HECK outta that game.

[@moonymilquetoast]

🙌

[@clearcontentment3695]

Imma Yoink these pictures

[@laurachisnall]

"Ladies with Swords. My religion is Ladies with Swords." 📣 Louder for the people in the back 📣

[@anaherrera9985]

Ladies with swords is in fact my new religion!

[@danyf.1442]

Agree completely, I cosplayed as Arya Stark from GOT only because I would have an excuse to carry around my replica of Needle 😂

[@sketchbookmenace]

y e s

[@lajoyous1568]

My bff chased an intruder out of her home with a sword. Swords are badass!

[@lajoyous1568]

@elo real swords

[@NaomiStAndre]

THIS FORMAT… please, please do this again with other aesthetics… regencycore, Edwardian autumncore, something-you-just-made-up-but-decided-it’s-official-core.

[@isabelledescarries5593]

"Edwardian autumncore" is my new favorite thing for the next 3 months. Thank you!... ;-)

[@poyitjdr]

Likes are at a fun number and I don’t wanna ruin that, so take this comment as my like lol

[@petyreyvind9963]

I'm a professional at something-I-just-made-up-but-decided-it's-offical-core, if I do say so myself

[@JohnFiala]

Tiny-human-core

[@Tanya_LitLife]

“I hit my level cap for extroverted activities”, perfect transition to a week of Goblincore. Excellent video.

[@SuperBlondenerd]

"Nothing says 'don't approach me' like casual armor." *Begins to look up how to make casual armor*

[@user-yo4gt1wn5s]

I believe there is a whole video of this on this channel lol

[@amb163]

You should do a "Dressing Monstercore for a Week" during October, where you do different famous monsters (hints, nods to, aesthetic of) for Halloween!

[@Grimrose_04]

yES omg!!!!!

[@jessicaclakley3691]

Omg it’s brilliant

[@chaotic-goodartistry3903]

YEEESSSSS

[@justabitofamug6989]

Day 1: Vampire Day 2: Werewolf Day 3: Zombie Day 4: Ghost Day 5: I cannot think of one so I will just say "miscellaneous monster"

[@amb163]

@@justabitofamug6989 Frankenstein's Monster?

[@kamikazekumquat4760]

Ladies of all ages supporting and complimenting each other is my jam.

[@annafantasia]

SAME

[@mirjanbouma]

Me: *didn't notice the lipstick on chin* Rachel: 'I trusted you' Me: I'm so sorry 😭😭😭😭

[@evemorrigan3120]

Same! lol

[@its_me_jen_jen9204]

Young people today are truly like “whatever makes you happy, man” and I’m so down.

[@SingingSealRiana]

funny thing, when I dressed up "wierd" young people looked wierds while old grannys complimented me ^^

[@peepeepoopoodoodoohead]

@@SingingSealRiana weird*

[@silver_valentine]

5:15 The field owners at that point: "John! That wierd lady is back! She's going to the pond! She has a SWORD!!!"

[@aubreyackermann8432]

Perhaps she will distribute it near the lake

[@KaylaKasel]

Rachel's classic "knightcore"/"casual armor" aesthetic was partly what inspired me to make a pseudo "casual armor" outfit for myself using pop tabs from soda cans, so I'm always on board for these types of videos! Also now I desperately want both that chain collar and the dragon scale one used in the photoshoot. Gibe.

[@paigemclachlan2189]

WHAT THATS SO COOL

[@reneedailey1696]

Hardcore! That is such a talent!

[@mattl1684]

I for one appreciate when Rachel talks about the perspiration. As a fellow always sweating it makes me feel more normal!

[@becauseimafan]

Same! 🥵

[@miriamdruyan]

The character-waiting-to-be-equipped-shuffle is everything

[@alexandracollyer4218]

"...and quietly seethe to myself about how it was not autumn" is literally me, all day every day right now.

[@EyeGlassTrainofMind]

Same. We're almost there!! September be days away and I spotted pumkin and spoopy decor in some shoppes recently.

[@jillsarah7356]

I almost choked on my chip at “It’s like they’ve never seen a floor troll down a bottle of Coke before” 😂

[@0meAcat1]

Rubes

[@WayToVibe]

I love so much that during the scenes where you're dressing up you stand there and sway as the characters did in old video games when you were choosing which of the five outfits you wanted them to wear. Really took me back.

[@gretabailey2459]

I love how her extroverted activities are mostly just you going somewhere nature-y by herself for a few hours 😂

[@sophiamuseologist3367]

Extremely relatable

[@rhiannongeorge2939]

I was just gonna say, extroverted activity = reading alone in a park

[@Rowan.Evander]

In true floor troll fashion, I vote goblincore for next time! This was fantastic and I can absolutely see it turning into a series.

[@mei.creates]

gentle infodump: jewish people and those who support have requested that the term “goblincore” be replaced with “gremlincore” as the traditional image of a goblin is based off of many very harmful anti-semitic stereotypes. The idea of the aesthetic is fine, but they have requested to change the name. (i am in no means saying that you were trying to cause harm by saying that, i have only just learned of this issue recently myself. i was glad to learn and quickly changed my language, so i figured i would let others know as well so they can also have the opportunity to change.)

[@GrayBush_Knits]

From a fellow floor troll I also request snippets of her piecing together reproduction patterns off of etsy because Oh My Goodness! 🎶 Why they gotta go and make things so complicated 🎶

[@tate4783]

I AM HERE FOR TGE GOBLINCORE 👋🙂

[@aliceparkerfilms]

The fact that you can 100% see how amazingly professional, beautiful and entertaining these videos have gotten since Rachel said she was working hard on being kind to herself.

[@shannons3419]

This is the first video I've seen of yours, and can I just say, I really appreciate your authenticity. The way you don't look super airbrushed, the fact that you talk about how much you've been sweating, things like that. There's so much pressure to seem perfect 24/7 online, so it was honestly a big relief to watch someone who actually looks and acts like a real human being

[@theonlyenekoeneko]

That you have frolicking fields, ruins, and castles nearby doesn’t even phase me. You’re Rachel Maksy, I don’t expect any less at this point 😄

[@0meAcat1]

They didn't know! Those lovely photographers were like oh she knows...just what to do in a ruin with a sword hahaha

[@reizak8966]

Most relatable thing in this video is the pride and joy you feel when complimented by teenagers. I, too, hear a round of applause in my head and start doing the beauty pageant, "thank you, thank you!" *fans face to keep from crying * every time a high school student compliments me on something. Apparently I've reached cool status in my 30's without even trying. If only I could go back in time and tell teenage me that some day people will appreciate my eccentricities.

[@SuperPao]

The variety of puffy shirts in this video is giving me life.

[@reneedailey1696]

SAME. She inspired me to seek them out more when I thrift.

[@wortblume2317]

"This next generation - bless 'em" - I feel you so much. I'm 24 and holy what 5+ years can make of a difference. These kids change the world.

[@maryartberry]

Can we just take a moment to appreciate every time Rachel set up camera, walked away, had to walk back camera and stop recording, and then walk the same route she just did...all in this stupid miserable heat?

[@christiana_mandalynn]

I thought the same thing! 🙀 She needs major kudos!!!

[@izzyinnit82]

When I say I cackled at "Druculia whomst?" I mean I CACKLED to near accidental tinklage.

[@katelyngummere]

when a succulent looks like that, it’s overwatering. let it be n don’t water it for awhile and it’ll come back

[@annafantasia]

Yes! Sometimes they'll have root rot, though, and require some more work (repotting, trimming away grossness) and may not make it. But sometimes it's just a case of leaving them alone!

[@lakeviewmaker1033]

The Frodo outfit made my day 10x better! Obviously all of Rachel’s outfits are beautiful and I want to make the corset and everything chains!

[@justyouraverageweirdo]

I NEED to see Rachel make comfy pajamas/loungewear that also fits her more "I actually look like I'm leaving my house" aesthetics, that way she can look (and hopefully feel) cute while being the comfy, floor goblin she is.

[@FruchtbumerangLP]

oh yes, >"I actually look like I'm leaving my house" aesthetics< Let's make that a thing! :D

[@maike__-]

I, too, am in desperate need of leaving-my-house appropriate comfy-wear, so I’d love to see this as a future project please!

[@jio5680]

"Next to impossible to kill succulents..." me, who killed every succulent I ever had while trying to care for them: ....

[@JosephDavies]

Same.

[@snazzypazzy]

It's like a cactus, too much water is likely your problem. Don't be afraid to let the ground dry out. Most can go weeks without water, altough watering once a week or once every other week is generally best.

[@jio5680]

@@snazzypazzy lmao no, water was not my issue trust me on that. They just withered away. No idea why.

[@reinq_5584]

@@snazzypazzy It was my main problem But recently they are starting to die of thirst.. I have the least green thumb on earth

[@khills]

That’s the problem. You tried to care for them. 😂

[@adoptedbythe1king]

I'm also in favor of more of these types of videos, on the condition that you give yourself adequate time for them and aren't trying to make 5 new things in a week. Because we love you and don't want you to burn out!

[@thebarefoothobbit]

When you paint leather in the future, I would STRONGLY suggest Angelus brand paints. They are made for leather and you almost never need multiple coats. They are superior paints Also, you have made me want to get some cool casual knightcore stuff to wear out!!!

[@annafantasia]

Angelus paints are so good! I always do multiple thin coats anyway to help ensure crack-less-ness, but yes, recommendation seconded

[@rochellerodriguez6431]

Vampire core with each day being a recreation/ inspo from a famous vampire costume would be a fun idea! I might be obsessed with your puffy shirt sleeves

[@caseyfurtado8688]

For real, I second this!!

[@ili719]

I third it.

[@JariDawnchild]

Fourth. Poofy sleeves! ❤ How difficult are they to sew?

[@bloomwiththestars]

@@JariDawnchild I'm very new to sewing, but I saw Bernadette Banner's video about a men's pirate shirt and decided to give it a try. Between her video and a few others on YT, I was able to make the shirt fairly easily. The sleeves were pretty easy to make, it just took gathering them before sewing together. For me, it was the collar that got me tripped up, so if you know how to make a collared shirt, you'll be just fine. Good luck!

[@JariDawnchild]

@@bloomwiththestars I'll have to learn that too lol. Tyvm.

[@ajtak77]

I absolutely adore the little sway you did under the “choose your character” screen. Perfectly imitates how most games characters stand when you have to pick your player❤️

[@marshaa8288]

My son and I do that sometimes when we are waiting in line. We just do the player in waiting wobble.

[@ajtak77]

@@marshaa8288 that is so cute! 🤣

[@serakayle7903]

Watching Rachel's videos just makes me feel that everything is gonna be alright, and that whatever happens you still have your pets and your hobbies with you and that it will be ok. Thanks Rachel.

[@LarixLyalliiAlpine]

Casual steampunk for a week would be fun, although a lot of elements from that aesthetic are present in dark academia.

[@maddieroewer7852]

as someone whose current aesthetic is modern day piratecore (which also can include ladies with swords), i also have a soft spot for knightcore because of how badass the people who do it are

[@allis_o2628]

Piratecore and Knightcore are "Cousins" with eachother.

[@Aquariuspeg]

I didn't know that it had a name! I'm definitely going to Google it because I'm in love with the typical 'pirate fashion', I'm currently researching the wardrobe pieces from 'Black Sails' to sew my own garments.

[@HouseHooligan]

Piratecore is rogue knightcore, and I am ✨here for it✨.

[@allis_o2628]

@@Aquariuspeg Airy shirts that's been tea-dyed, paperbag waist pants, fancy vests, and tying your pants up with a scarf instead of a belt, or adding a scarf with your belt gives some pretty easy pirate-vibes. Also, flashy gold jewelry, lots of rings, and matted brown leather details :)

[@disneyprincess6279]

"Are you truly a 'frolicker' if you don't have favorite fields." - Rachel Maksy 2021 I literally love that quote! Her video's are SO super aesthetically pleasing and she's such a joy to watch!!! :)

[@camouflagejumpsuit]

Agree! On both points!!

[@camouflagejumpsuit]

Please add your definitions of "frolicker" and "frolicking" here so that in future I'll know how to describe myself to new friends!

[@tigerlilytarot2402]

I have never met other people that had favorite fields lol! That’s awesome!

[@erinbailey4631]

I seriously need to find me a field

[@Senecana]

all of your content is great but I am like, SUPER ATTACHED TO HOW THIS FORMAT CAME OUT??? the little video game outfit transition screens were just SO SATISFYING and so cute and even when you were just at home playing frisbee it was still frikkin great to see the cute outfit in action a little. 11/10 Miss Maksy!!!

[@azrani2023]

10000000000000 % agreed this must be like one of my most favourite videos of Rachel EVER

[@gigimm168]

Ladies with sword is the best song I’ve heard all year. Thank you Rachel.

[@hayleyrose97]

Rachel's "a little bit different" is like simplynailogical's "wHaT Do YoU tHiNk???" I love you so much Rachel, you're perfect just the way you are xx

[@MidCentury43]

Oh hey Rosie, I didn’t know you watched her vids! Why aren’t you on YT more, your such a cutie patootie on IG ❤️

[@byrnetdown6076]

omg sometimes I say what do you think to my cat or my friends and then I liKe quietly echo it and NO ONE UNDERSTANDS it's so fucking funny to mee

[@marissareppond]

@@MidCentury43 is going to I e we ietey eww eeew we we we have w

[@marissareppond]

EI’m eis I’m ets

[@marissareppond]

Trus

[@winterinbloom]

This was so much fun! All the outfits were so stinkin' cute. We need more casual armor on every day life. I dream of going to the grocery store in armor and a long cloak. I have children to embarrass so I'll take them with me. I will do that dramatic sweep thing with my cloak and yell, "Onward! To the dairy section!"

[@JariDawnchild]

Mwahaha! We do need more stuff like this lol. My teen would be mortified if I went about like that in public. I'd still do it...

[@ladycalamity715]

My child is still in the stage where other people's judgement means nothing, and this comment makes me want to sew cloaks for myself and my child and go to the grocery store. It could be SO FUN.

[@sarahmattingly6971]

Doooo iiiit…. I’m the mother of several minions and regularly go out in my cloak. I highly recommend it if you enjoy other people’s general confusion. Do not attempt if being noticed makes you uncomfortable- cause people do notice. Lol But also, I like to think I’m teaching my kids to wear practical and enjoyable (oh the swooshing!) clothing regardless of current fashion trends. 😅

[@Carpathianpixie]

😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣🤣🤣

[@vietbluecoeur]

I just want to hop on and say that I support all every single one of you parents/guardians/relatives who want to knight the kids and be knighted for the day!! Go forth and don your armor with pride! 💖💖💖✨

[@imdrum6881]

Seeing Rachel still wear a mask to stores and, you know, general public places is so refreshing. Like, yes, it's the bare minimum, but also it's like FINALLY SOMEONE IS DOING THE BARE MINIMUM THIS WHOLE DEAL IS UNFORTUNATELY NOT OVER YET so thank you Rachel for being a great example!

[@DreamPainter54]

Thank you for putting my thoughts into words! 😭 It's so disheartening when someone doesn't do the ABSOLUTE bare minimum

[@annafantasia]

Hear, hear!!!

[@PerfectPride]

I love the “video game” format. It’s so fun and whimsical!

[@TheTasuneImputator]

As someone who does cosplay and makes dnd character costumes, this esthetic makes me happy. Mine aren't as "wearable" in the real world but I still love doing so anyways. 🤣

[@lupa1445]

Oooooo, you make DnD character costumes?! I've been thinking about doing that after recently joining my first DnD group! I have this medieval fair that happens inside the ruins of the old medieval city walls around Visby on the island of Gotland in Sweden, and it is the absolutely perfect place for an in-person DnD gathering (we have been doing it online) and I just uuggh if everyone wore costumes as their characters I'd be so dang pleased. Is there anywhere to see your DnD costumes? if that's not too private :3

[@amelia7368]

Knightcore was a huge part of my early teen's cause of Narnia and I'm happy to see it is flourishing with you!!!

[@camouflagejumpsuit]

when was this popular? (curious old person here)

[@EmblaBexell]

@@camouflagejumpsuit the phenomenon of ”knightcore” is very new, it has come with all of these new aesthetics. So it has never really been a thing// ”old person”

[@kellimbt]

(memento mori)

[@camouflagejumpsuit]

I want that shiny shoulder chain mail 💌

[@MandyBB]

That cut from your compter screen to you in your editing room was lovely, as were all your outfits!!!!

[@azrani2023]

true, that was superb

[@annapettit8045]

The editing on this is so amazing! It must've been so much time and work, but those fighter customization scenes are immaculate!

[@kirstenpaff8946]

One of the things that kind of annoys me about the aesthetics trends is how every picture feels like it was from a photoshoot, not real life, so it's actually really refreshing for you include the less glamorous aspects (uncomfortable shoes, buckets of sweat, etc) in your video.

[@annapettit8045]

Yess one of my favorite things about Rachel is that she doesn't sugar coat, she shows her struggles and mistakes and how she problem solves, which is so valuable!

[@krisb.6880]

This was so adorable. The dress up Ready Player sections were so much fun and I loved watching it with the stats popping up and the little jump cuts in between for style!

[@RoMichaelis]

I’m sorry why is this premium content FREE? You give me so much joy and comfort, your videos are my go-to ❤️❤️

[@Paurify]

Ah!!! The video game inspired dress-up scenes brought me so much joy! Your hard work shows and your creativity makes me smile ❤ and Frodo's outfit!!!!! 🥰 I'd love to see a video sometime of just Frodo perusing his closet and trying on all the stuff you've made for him! Have a wonderful week!

[@AlyssaSteiner]

Rachel's choice of notes for "Good enough" are starting to sound like "Turn around" part of Total Eclipse of the Heart and now i want to write a parody song

[@adeledesm8853]

As always no ? I always thought those notes where actually the same

[@ColorwaveCraftsCo]

The little “choose your fighter” segments are chef’s kiss!! And snuggling with Frodo reminds me of me and my doggy ❤️❤️

[@paulinaskowronska6961]

Rachel this video was a MASTERPIECE. SWEAR TO GOD. The "Choose Your Fighter" moments were so visually pleasing, absolutely loved the editing. All the outfits were wonderful and you're an absolute genius for how you used those leather bag straps. I actually almost always watch your videos right before I have to sit down to do some costume design work because you give me so much inspiration and motivation and resourcefulness. Can't wait for another video.

[@azrani2023]

i couldnt agree more. this is so true. i literally paused the video several times to truly notice and appreciate every detail that she took care of

[@tiffanytomasino335]

The game character intro to each outfit is the stuff of every gamers dreams lol, the outfits are fantastic and the content just a joy to watch. Thank you for sharing!

[@SalindaNichols]

Knightcore is the best, equal parts aesthetics and escapism and I am HERE for it 🗡️

[@rebeccakoch1890]

The "choose your fighter" editing was stinking adorable, please do it again!

[@emmafritz4657]

Loved the format of this video! It clearly took a lot of time and effort, and I think it's paid off! It's fun watching someone who clearly enjoys what they do. 😊

[@KRfromthePaleozoic]

Rachel removing her glove with her teeth wearing lipstick is everything

[@TheClassics4me]

The "choose your player" graphics in this were mmmuahh! *chef's kiss!

[@sarahscave8360]

"Ladies with swords..." Now please make it a full song so that I don't have to scroll back repeatedly. Loved this and in complete awe at your ability to make casual armour out of anything! 💜💜

[@crowfaerymori]

Yeah, definitely need a full song release!

[@cookieraver52]

Yess!! Loved the song 🥺 I need more

[@MagicalMerry]

I love Savannah's art so much! I am so glad you two collaborated! I would definitely love more videos like this exploring different aesthetics!

[@areylanoctivim9047]

I absolutely love the format you did for putting the outfits together piece by piece. It really helps visualize what goes into an outfit like that and how much difference gloves make! lol

[@cutedarkarts]

Rachel killing a succulent on accident reminds me of the time I killed a cactus plant by, believe it or not, not watering it enough.

[@BasementRuthie]

That is a difficult feat to achieve. I feel like you've unlocked a level in defense against dark plant arts.

[@Stettafire]

@@BasementRuthie It's not that hard if it's a tropical cactus, they need the humidity

[@winterinbloom]

I've done that too! I seem to be unintentionally homicidal toward plants. I also killed a snake plant, after being assured those are pretty much immortal.

[@IonIsFalling7217]

I, too, have achieved this level of plant mom shame

[@jessabee8027]

This is me with any plants or flowers. I have one cactus clinging to life, thankfully, but my succulents have died. Makes me sad 😔

[@humansarehilarious9239]

is there anything rachel can't do? Seriously she does things I haven't even saw yet , props to u queen!

[@laraq07]

She seems to be endlessly talented. I want to be her when I grow up. :)

[@marketawilezinska8817]

Keep Mark Succuberg alive? :D That's probably the only thing she can't do... JK, she's awesome!

[@annapettit8045]

Markéta Wiležinská haha blame Mark Succerburg's issues on himself, he's being a dramatic little sucker 😛

[@aprildriesslein5034]

This was delightful! I love the video game sequences, the outfits are adorable, and I've got nothing but respect for a gal who can destroy a baguette. 😄

[@skyetoddmakeup]

You inspired me to finally dress more vintage. And I bounce between cottagecore and dark academia, and every time I get a new cottagecore dress, my mother says something like "wtf is this, Little House on the Prairie?" 😂

[@Gryffindame]

My favorite book series growing up as a kid was The Song of the Lioness, which was about a girl who disguised herself as a boy so she could be a knight!! So good

[@science6277]

Yes Tamara Pierce! My fave was always Kel, but I was introduced to Tortall through Alanna.

[@Psgsshjl]

I’ve seen succulents look like that when they’re over watered (not saying that’s for sure, I’m not much of a green thumb lol). They’re meant to be unkillable if you’re more prone to under-watering or forgetful

[@WhitneyDahlin]

Yeah succulents are a lot like cacti you just water them every weeks or so. If she's prone to over-watering she should definitely get like a bamboo plant or something like that.

[@sooyoungfanclub]

succulents seem to die the more u care about them which is ironic

[@mikakestudios5891]

The pot may be part of the problem. My succulents always do better in unsealed terracotta than the pretty pretty ceramics because ~water~.

[@FeralFelineFriend]

Probably why the big collection died even though my ma was supposedly gonna switch them over to the terracotta pots! Also my cats crushed them like they did their grass and cat nip.

[@Stettafire]

@@mikakestudios5891 With drainage holes, pit doesn't matter if it can't drain

[@psychedelikchameleon]

I love when you start with "this week we are doing something a little bit different"... That makes my day every time 🤣😀💚

[@positivevibes-tx9bs]

Wow, all of these outfits turned out so great, this was so satisfying I love it

[@Chibihugs]

This was such a great collab and I loved the format. The game style "choose your character " showcase of the looks is both nostalgic and fantastic. Also good boi looked so handsome as a knight

[@clairefeath]

genuinely so impressed with the "casual armor" piece you made for the 4th outfit like bestie it is so beautiful

[@heathermarie1322]

Your editing is always so fun, but this one has got to be a top favorite for me! It was also just so adorable.

[@Delorkay]

this was absolutely awesome would love to see more like this; Angel Core, Dark Cottage Core, Fairy Core, Mushroomcore!

[@vegangag]

Mushroom core seconded!

[@happycommuter3523]

I admire your willingness to tackle this project in the hot/ muggy weather MA has been enduring recently. I would definitely have saved “knightcore” for October.

[@kiralynx]

I would honestly take two videos a month if I got more "Choose Your Character" videos because it is SO STINKING CUTE.

[@rj96141]

I just love the “Choose your character!” I love when you do videos like this. 💜

[@alineleal13_]

I love the content, the format, the edition, E V E R Y T H I N G. And every time you're able to create an extra outfit for Frodo, I WANT IT! It's amazing how much effort you put in the videos. ~Chef's kiss~

[@thegracklepeck]

I love your avatar!

[@LucysLocket]

I wanted to inform you that I was in Europe last week, and saw the armory where Jeanne D’Arc’s armor was commissioned! Edit: just finished the video, and yes! I love this format! You could definitely make this a series. 🤍⚔️

[@ophelielikes]

Oh, you were in my city! Hope you enjoyed it! :)

[@allieasay8384]

Rachel: 🎶my new religion is ladies with swords.🎶 Me, glancing at my sword collection, then looks into the middle distance: Rachel worships me.

[@allieasay8384]

My picture is literally me wielding my Viking sword, so I hope that brings y’all some joy.

[@renago78]

I loved this video, every aspect is fun and interesting: the outfits, the collab, the editing, the blog style, the fotoshoot, Frodo and Binx and you seem relaxed and happy :) really great and mighty enjoyable!

[@britstix90]

"I should have emptied my bladder before x" is my motto in life.

[@kehn0709]

Not gonna lie, your "casual armor" day reminded me a lot of Astrid from "how to train your dragon" not even sure if it's accurate, but that was the vibe I was getting. As always amazing and creative, which feels completely opposite of my life so loving your content that my son says I have binging on.

[@almonds8895]

yesss i got very strong httyd vibes from that outfit

[@evelynbeiler9652]

I love the way you presented the outfits “game” style! such a fun idea, and well executed. P.S. I did not notice you had lipstick on your chin until you said something, otherwise I would’ve TOTALLY said something.

[@juliawilson9089]

rachel: "i thought it was next to impossible to kill succulents" death: **smirks**

[@catherinemalcolm8125]

It might need more light?

[@californiaclaire8558]

Sweet Rachel...my super power is Death to Plants...even air plants. I did you not.

[@crystalb6277]

Love this format ! the "game menu" for each character was freaking amazing

[@jeannedz29]

YES RACHEL no wonder this video took a while to edit it was SO COOL ! The outfits ! The locations ! The graphic design ! FRODO This video also fed my urge to own ✨ fabulous shirts ✨

[@JariDawnchild]

I love those so much. Considering making my own because I can't find any anywhere. Modern fashion sucks...

[@AA-hy6nb]

Glorious Rachel's videos have been feeding my obsession with romantic white blouses for a long time. Now I own more than ten for sure. Linnen, cotton, puffy sleeves, whimsical collars....

[@ellisaclumpner2858]

@@JariDawnchild Have you tried Etsy or ThredUp? I think I’ve seen some on those ☺️

[@nenemaria-cornfieldsgarden]

Appreciate how many billion hours this took in editing with all the graphics and such, it was worth it.. "Good show, old man!"

[@marialaurintytar]

Thank you Rachel for doing these quirky, nerdy, playful and overall awesome videos! These always wake up my inner child!

[@leidibugz]

Rachel, I don't know if anybody else is interested in this but I would love a video of you showing your art supply stash! That sketchbook and that watercolour box omg I want them lol

[@GracefulAnswers]

Does anyone know what kind of paints those were? I love this idea!

[@brittanyjennings4236]

Ok this was everything and I burst out laughing at the “Ladies with swords” segment in the back room on break at work. Also, I need that chain maille collar.

[@bieuxyongson]

That was awesome!

[@KaylaKasel]

Same. Where can I find one/a tutorial? EDIT: I just wanted to clarify this is mostly a rhetorical question to show my agreement. I don't literally expect you to know this. Lol. Unless anyone does. In which case, I'm all ears.

[@brittanyjennings4236]

@@KaylaKasel I'm going to try it. I'm pretty good at DIY and cosplay and I may have gotten my hands on a bolt of chain maille fabric. If it comes out any good I'll let you know. 😝

[@brittanyjennings4236]

Also the hip chains are lit.

[@heatherpedersen8209]

We need a video on all of Frodo's looks over the years. Like a birthday tribute for him.

[@bethanyf9270]

I'm staying at a castle for my honeymoon in October, so thanks for the outfit ideas. Also, I love savannah's artwork!

[@iluvzevon]

Omg, the editing, the music, the vibes!!! That art is incredible. You blow me away continually. I can't believe how much work and effort you put into making each video - I'd watch you eating a bag of chips and making movie references haha!