I swapped my wardrobe with strangers

[@shironerisilk]

Something I like about thrfting (online or IRL) is the sheer diversity of styles. There's this ''everything is possible vibe'' that is unmatched by any store, fast fashion or not. I imagine that makes it even more fun as an experience with friends!

[@Jasmine-tr1zs]

I immediately recalled that in one of your style videos you said “The Sound of Music is forever” when you talked about Julie Andrews for the layered dresses. It really shows how 1) how consistent and sustainable you are with your wardrobe and your content and 2) how often I watch your videos 😂

[@erica8645]

Not to objectify a stranger on the internet but the mini+sheer striped tights is so bonkers hot. I will absolutely be trying to replicate it. Like gobsmackingly hot (please read in the tone of drunk girlie in a club bathroom)

[@cassiewalker9366]

I second this. I have similar tights and I’m copy and pasting the outfit to my wardrobe

[@VanilleDebray]

The 60s dress cut was so amazing on you!!! My jaw legit dropped at how cool it looked

[@selma_el]

After seeing Hannah's video, I was looking forward to seeing if you'd make one as well, and I'm so happy to see how you styled these items, your outfits turned out lovely ✨ imo the purple skirt is a party in itself 💜you could wear it on any ordinary day just for the hell of it !

[@ligiabeltrao2430]

When I watched Hannah's video, my reaction to this coat was a very loud "YES!" that scared my roommate a little bit, and I'm happy to report that it happened again when I saw it here! It is just soooo cool, and so perfect for you!

[@fiesehexe8133]

Here people put their give-away clothes on the street, either in a box or hang them up on their fences of the front yards. And you can adopt things as you like. I know quite an number of ppl that only dress from this source. It‘s so nice: you don‘t go out with the intention to get yourself some new clothes, they just happen to you

[@pirlie]

Yes that works in (bigger) cities, and where the people still have an eye on their boxes, so the stuff doesnt rott in the rain. Alternatively there are "give away for free" groups on facebook and other social media, or brick and mortar "free stores" where you can bring stuff in and take out without the exchange of money.

[@duck6100]

Yh good way to get mouldy clothes

[@cecilemayor4037]

Awesome! Not sure if it would work where I live, but we do cloth swap parties!

[@cecilemayor4037]

Leena, you are so charming and sooooo knowledgeable, it’s a pleasure to listen to you. ♥️🔥♥️🔥♥️🔥♥️ I partake in cloth swaps. Ive found some of my personal classics that way and will never ever part with them.

[@rehblume]

Are you living in Hannover or ist there another German City that also does that? :)

[@averyfay9914]

Gosh I wish we had something like this in Australia, it’s such a wonderful idea! All three of you seemed to have so much fun

[@MustBeM]

I just moved from mainland Europe back to the UK and the UK is SO GOOD for second hand clothes. It's interesting as well because I did think that I just wasn't good enough at thrifting, but it does also vary drastically per country.

[@esmeraldagamgeetook2454]

We've got something similar finally! It's called Inro and it's based in Melbourne. I haven't had room in my budget to try it out yet (thx cossie livs) but I am so desperate to!

[@sophieleitao7219]

I live in Portugal and we have a lot of swap iniciatives, but they usually work in markets or shops! I'm a volunteer with Let's Swap and they have teams working all throughout the country and a very efficient system were you are awarded points for the pieces you bring in and can use those points to "shop" around their racks. The great thing is if you don't spend all your points they are kept in a database so you can use them in any event anywhere in the country!

[@mery_vc]

Thank you very much for sharing! Do you know if they do it in Spain as well? Or if you could do it online with them?

[@sophieleitao7219]

@@mery_vc hi! No, sorry, from what I know they were founded not so long a go by a couple of friends from Porto and they aren't even officially an association, just an initiative so they are focused on growing with in Portugal atm! And the ideia is really to do it in person so you can choose your own swap. I'd love to know if there was anything like Big Sister Swap in the Iberian Peninsula, but from what I know there is nothing yet 😢

[@mery_vc]

@@sophieleitao7219 thank you for the quick answer! I'll keep an eye out for more organisations that do this. Hopefully i find them and remember to come back here😅

[@anavidreader277]

I’m always scared to alter clothes for fear of ruining them - particularly when they’re items I really love! Would love a video on that and maybe one on paying a tailor and what they offer for people who don’t want to/can’t sew?

[@RachaelTheRed]

The best way to find out what a tailor can do is to call up one in your area and ask. I have a local tailor that I love and the possibilities of what they can do are near endless. Most people only think of tailors for things like hemming pants or taking in a shirt but they can do so so much more! They can completely reinvent garments for you and a lot of them still make items from scratch. You just have to go in and ask. I know it seems intimidating at first, but having a good tailor is life-changing.

[@booksandbargains]

That green jumpsuit is absolutely STUNNING, but you've hit the nail on the head with something you said there, about not feeling like yourself. I dont think I have ever seen such an amazing coat as that one! I am going to be stalking vinted and charity shops now! I would never have thought of layering two dresses over each other but now I want to try that

[@velmavlogs7693]

I was influenced SO HARD by Hannah’s video that I’ve already ordered my swap. I need to overcome my anxiety about picking worthy items to send off. You chose some gems. In particular, I love that maroon top with the lime green skirt. Colour perfection 👌

[@dan354]

This is great! Clothes swaps have always given me massive anxiety as I’ve always donated good stuff and only ever seen absolute rubbish there. This seems like a much better fairer solution.

[@RioRav]

My library has free swap shelving for clothes, toys, home textiles, books, dvds, games and other small items. I think its a great way for small community libraries to entice people in more often and also to keep a sense of community in these times when we are often quite isolated and apart from out neighbours. I have been happy to learn that despite not knowing anyone here I share different tastes and intrests with a lot of people in my neighborhood! Most of my favourite and most complimented clothes come from the swap!

[@melinnamba]

I would describe that purple colour of the trench coat as quietly vibrant.

[@leenanorms]

Yes, perfect phrasing!

[@emmagracie9272]

I participate in a No Buy Group on Facebook (where people in the neighborhood post things to give away or what they’re searching for). I’ve gotten and given away a lot of clothes and people just kind of regift items they don’t want. It’s probably been like a year now that I’ve actually bought a new or thrifted item as a result that isn’t an undergarment.

[@minamiaule]

The purple petticoat is so cute! I think undergarments are always a great staple, no matter the color. You could pair it with so much! Also such a fun idea to wear it as a skirt! 💜

[@t.j.haughton7158]

I wish we had cool things like this in Canada

[@mirandaosmelak480]

Already watched your trip on Hanna's channel and my Big Sister Swap has been sent out! Cannot wait to get my idems! And the 10 week waiting time is actually quite good for me, because whenever I get an urge to browse some clothes etc, I say to myself that I better wait to see if I don't get something similar in my swap! So now I have 10 weeks protection from shopping (even if on vinted) for non-essential items!

[@singerofsongss]

I have had the exact same feeling of “Oh, this looks like…. not me!” while trying on clothes. I’ve been experimenting so much with my personal style lately, and it’s amazing how much different clothes can communicate different vibes and cultural ideas, even at a level we can’t put into words. edit: omg i absolutely adore that outfit with the purple tulle skirt under the darker purple puff sleeve dress! it’s so visually balanced and the skirt is so swishy 🤩

[@mellimoon77]

Andrea's Fashion Galaxy recently did a short with a very similar tulle skirt, styling it also in a casual way I think she did a look with a striped top and black ankle boots... both of which you have and would look excellent in!!!

[@cupcakeinlace]

Really REALLY wish we had something like this where I live 😭 Whenever I do a closet clean out honestly at this point I just have all my girlfriends come over to go through it before I even think about donating it anywhere. This needs to become more of a norm!! 😍

[@Acehigh-Jenkins]

My mum does this! whenever she has clothes she doesn’t vibe with anyone me and my sis get first pick :)

[@Shellyish]

What a cool idea!! A clothes swap. I LOVE it!!

[@ZaydaFleming]

I am still in a low buy phase in my closet (money saving measure and also I just have more clothes than I wear - but refuse to let go because they still fit and I love them but I use bleach at work so I can’t wear them without risking their destruction) so watching Leena be clothing adventurous kind of scratches that new clothing itch in my brain somehow. Love to see it.

[@elliemayride760]

Not related to this video really but wanted to just mention the Postcards of Kindness / Christmas cards of Kindness groups on Facebook that care homes put themselves on to get mail for lonely elderly people, would be a great idea for the positive panic stamp patch. Im sat writing some now as im watching this video, 3rd year in a row ive took part ❤

[@Ermlet24]

Loved this video, and love the fact we get to see the same bespoke shopping experience three times from your different perspectives! I watch all three of you anyway, but never really thought about how your delivery and editing styles are different until now - thanks all three of you for being unique, wonderful and spreading the good word of not buying fast fashion✨

[@nimmcquin3327]

loveee all the outfits especially the maria fit, the BOOTS in general and honestly the mini dress was everything as well, that silhouette and the colour with your make up?? stunning! feel like ive been influenced but will only use this next time i do a clear out!!

[@Silver1226]

That 60s look was stunning, I am so glad you kept the boots 💗💗💗

[@EmL-kg5gn]

I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS!!!! Also your comment about neutrals being false advertising was hilarious 😂

[@jetskeapollonia]

I looove your (make your own) fashion videos! I appreciate your colourful style & creativity🤸‍♀️ I sometimes feel a little lonely in my love of weird colourful clothes so it's fun to see other people wearing the rainbow 💜

[@allikelly8001]

I really appreciate how you talk about climate change in a way that doesn't make me feel completely filled with dread. There are small things we can do, let's do them! Instead of ignoring the topic and panicking whenever we think about it! Nice.

[@SpaceySims]

In regard to the purple tulle skirt - going grocery shopping could count as a party 😉 (meaning, you don't need any special reason to wear a floofy skirt. I have so many of those skirts in all colors and I wear them under my skater skirts when I go to work. So any day is a good day to wear it)

[@floralspectre]

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[@haveyoutakenyourmeds]

I saw the sound if music vision on Hannahs video and hoped you'd keep it.

[@weirdoevil]

I realised watching that my style is somehow the exact halfway point between yours and Lucy’s 😅

[@lucymoon]

What a delightful day xxx

[@Miss_Lexisaurus]

oooh this is so cool, what an awesome idea. Definitely going to be recommending this to friends!

[@elliemayride760]

Hannah's video also sells it really well too!!

[@CocoKitty19]

You've got such an amazing style and although i mostly wear black lol, it doesn't prevent me from being happy watching you with so many colours and being so excited

[@anabluu]

Ah the purple petticoat looks also gorge as a skirt! And also, I need to start layering my dresses 😊

[@covergirlbooks]

7:26 Dye the dress 👏 dye the dress.

[@abenteuerTansania]

I've known of you for quite some time, because I've been watching Hannahs videos for ages. A few weeks ago I stumbled on one of your sustainable fashion videos and have since binged lots of your videos. You even inspired me to take up knitting shortly after watching your knitting video. Absolutely love your content!

[@kathyh8047]

The purple skirt looks very fun but also mostly like a petticoat to me? I really loved the layering with the jean strawberry dress!! But the other styling clips you showed were also very very cool

[@jinxcrafter]

The mini dress/striped tights looked absolutely 🔥 When you mentioned thinking it made you look "too sensible" all I could think was the right accessories might fix that. (My brain admittedly went straight to chunky statement necklace, which I feel really shows my age/what decade I started caring about fashion)

[@sophiew4631]

I have a tulle skirt that I wear every week with roll necks, jumpers and cardigans, so definitely try wearing it more casually!

[@silliepixie]

I love the purple outfit! You are making me want to explore my own clothing combinations more!

[@johannawurschlop4457]

* the red outfit does make you look very pale (or it could be the light, I'm personally not at all a big believer in colour theory) BUT it also looks fabulous on you! *on the short dress/skirt topic so as much tight as possible is on show - love the concept, it does suit you very well, but for winter specifically? Isn't that a bit cold? * the coat is amazing, I just hope it doesn't break down too soon as faux leather tends to * love all those finds for you!

[@hausofstructure8705]

I wouldve never thought about layering dresses like that but as it’s quite cold out right now, I like that idea

[@pattyblom]

I saw Hannah's video and was curious to see what you took home. The coat is an amazing find 😍 I shop at Sellpy for second hand clothes (like the European version of ThredUp), really like that you can filter so many things.

[@devonmitchell5319]

My goodness, maybe I'm late to saying this but your haircut is beautiful! It looks incredible on you

[@nicolelee2205]

I would like you to wear the pink jumper, fabulous tulle skirt with the excellent coat! ( I think you could take the sleeves up on the coat a little bit, so you don't look overwhelmed. ) And you do look wonderful in jewel tones. Also the short dress and stripey stockings were great on you too.

[@zahop1686]

Your videos are such hugs 😊

[@stephanieg2000]

Please come to the USA Big Sister Swap!!!! That looks incredible. I love those boots so much, you did an amazing job, Leena. Merry Christmas!

[@sidnope5524]

I'm absolutely frothing at the mouth over those green soled boots, holy goodness. Does anybody have more details about those particular shoes so I can look at secondhand websites?

[@bernadette8727]

My best friend organises a big clothes swap party in her city twice a year and I love it! The items that get swapped are usually very high quality so I don't feel bad to throw in high quality items as well. The downside is its not that size inclusive because it depends on the size of the people swapping. But I look for things to give to my mum and sister so it's still a lot of fun. Everyone can bring up to 5 items and can take as much as they want. Most people take less than 5 but we want the things back in circulation and not bother with a token system.

[@ameliabarlowbooks]

those Guess boots are insane, I need them!

[@sevenleaguesunderthesea]

This is so cool! They nailed the clothing picks for you! I would love to see something like this for menswear as well.

[@sallys.2707]

The jumpsuit is absolutely fantastic 😍.

[@ilseruwalder1499]

Loved this video. Two weeks ago I did a clothing swap (found the event on fb) with total strangers, just like maybe 25 to 30 woman getting together, taking the clothes they don´t want anymore and you take home whatever and how many you want. Everything what was left went to charity. But the energy of total stangers giving you suggestions, people you see and think... you would good in my dress, and they do and take it home with them and you get a big hug 😊. Amazing experience!!!

[@Emily-gr4nw]

Yes Leena! These pieces are great!!

[@kiczcock]

The purple skirt would also make an awesome petticoat!

[@MultiRwarren]

i loooove the colour of the 60's dress!!! and you still don't look sensible XD you look enormously cheeky

[@LinniuesLinens]

Seems like this exemplifies the reason I don't use stylist-by-mail services. Leena went through the whole ordeal of filling out the survey, packing up stuff to send in, and then going directly to them, but left most of their picks on the rack. Imagine waiting all the time it takes to ship things back and forth and have your items evaluated, only to have things sent to you that you don't actually like. Glad this exists for those who don't have another option, but I'll stick to brick and mortar thrifting.

[@TwelvetreeZ]

The way you felt wearing that jumpsuit is how I felt when I tried on a silky yellow jumpsuit in an Oxfam changing room last year. It was gorgeous, and it fitted me, but... It didn't feel like me, and I couldn't think of an occasion when I would wear it and feel like myself. I left it on the rack for somebody else. I've since found myself gravitating to a more masc vibe, so I feel vindicated in my decision. It wasn't on the rack two weeks later, so I trust it went to a loving home!

[@eline6731]

I am also somebody who, now that I have steered away from fast fashion stores, sometimes misses the experience of going shopping and trying on clothes with my friends and having fun together in the store changing rooms. In my city in the Netherlands we have a shop called Appel & ei(translation Apple & egg lol) where people can bring in their own clothes to sell and you can just walk in, everything is second hand and it's like that normal shopping experience, except there is only one of each item usually. It's super fun, because they get new stuff in all the time and you never know what you're gonna find. I've never sold stuff there, but I'm sure I will in the future. Granted, you don't get 100% of the money, the store gets a commission, but it's still more than if I had given it away or (shudders) thrown it in the bin.

[@MichaelaWagner]

I'm pretty sure being a soft autumn that mauve jacket is perfect for you!

[@judithlambert8961]

I organise something similar biannually with my best friend! We've both invite all our friends to clean out their closets and come to my house, we lay everything out and then 'shop' for free in each others old clothes. It's on a very small scale but this also allows us to just take whatever, without calculating how much you brought and how much you take home. Their always the days of the year and at this point, about half of my closet is from the clothing swap.

[@cariiinen]

I relate to not wanting to look too sensible! Blue hair helps

[@irinaj8716]

Man, the way you style your clothes fills me with so much joy 🥹😭 love your videos. Always.

[@dalekmad96]

I’m yet to go to it but I’ve had my eye on Change Clothes Crumlin in Dublin who’ve recently opened a permanent swap shop and run mending workshops with libraries

[@sophiea1270]

I love the green guess boots 💚

[@indiabilly]

Purple tulle with purple jumper is absolutely gorgeous, I love everything but that’s just utter stupendousness xx

[@supernova622]

Omggggg the Guess boots with the green are to die for 🤩🤩

[@PopcornEmma]

thank you so much for this video, this service is perfect for me! so many of my clothes stopped fitting me over the past few years and it’s been so hard to part with them despite not being able to wear them anymore. being able to send them off and get something to replace them is so wonderful!

[@mossbaby6292]

12:00 Surprise Pooh costume!

[@rosiepattison8946]

I have that H&M top! I've had it for years and its worn incredibly welland its an unexpected super useful piece in winter

[@jamiemonaco2753]

Love this idea! Love this video too!! I like your content centered around enjoying fashion in more sustainable ways. I especially love seeing how you style a piece in many different ways (which you do in most of your videos, even when it isn't necessarily about fashion). It inspires me! I've always enjoyed your channel, but in recent years, you've really nailed a solid theme through your breadth of videos. Excited to see your work in 2024!

[@iminacult1636]

I think the trench would fall into a mid-tone, it's not super vibrant but it's also not super soft. Those tones are super fun!

[@dropsomania8]

I saw Hannah's video first and I was so drawn to the selection prepared for you Leena, good to know what I have to look for is mix of goblincore and maximalism 😂😂 I am so inspired by your style, it's so much fun, a true pleasure to watch ❤️

[@winterwrenn]

thank you for this Spotlight Edition video about sustainable fashion! I am here for it and I love your cozy winter content. Just watched your video "it's too early for Christmas shopping" and it was so brilliant and heartwarming.

[@lisa_wistfulone7957]

What I most enjoyed about this particular video was seeing you have so much fun and feel truly pampered and beautiful! You give so much to the well-being of the planet, it was wonderful that you found a guilt-free way to cater to your own wellbeing!💖💝

[@jecsaundersjess]

That coat is to die for! Wonderful!

[@riyaatanasova8728]

What a brilliant idea, I hope the service sticks around and really is as good as it sounds! Also can we please get more videos with styling tips and ideas and OOTDs cause I was just eating up all these outfits you created 😍😍

[@WitchofCrowSummit]

WOO! I LOVE the boots! And your maroon shirt looks amazing on you. And the tulle skirt is so adorable on you. All the outfits you came up with for that totally work. And party or no party, I think you could pull that off EASILY at restaurant or coffee shop or museum or out shopping (maybe in a trendy area instead of a big box or a mall lol). I know it feels out of place, but it really works.

[@becky1oconnor]

I'm excited to try this! I used to really like StyleFix before I stopped buying new so this will definitely scratch that itch!!!

[@tabzywabzy]

Been meaning to check out Big Sister Swap for a while now, this has motivated me to get on with it now!

[@sarahwatts7152]

I would have been devastated if the purple skirt didn't make it home!

[@leahaf808]

This is such a cool idea!

[@sujammaz]

what a great idea! also i didn't think the colour of that mini dress was washing you out, but that might have been due to camera/lighting things. it looked kind of apricot to me and nicely shiny. maybe if you'd worn it with more colourful tights? anyways i'm sure you made the right call ❤

[@Daymickey]

First time viewer and I love your vibe. Found you through Hannah’s big sister swap video. Question - what is that magenta jacket you’re wearing?!? I freaking NEED it!

[@sarah.sparkles]

Love your choices! Please use that fab tulle skirt for a Wonkacore video!

[@michelegeltat356]

This was soooo incredible! I love this idea and I’m impressed with the style and size matching. ❤️ Thank you for this!

[@stonersiren]

btw you got so lucky, those hell bunny tutus are soo expensive at the thrift, been looking forever for a good price!

[@opendoortheatre4328]

Well this was an immediate solve for a problem for me! Love this idea and will definitely be doing it myself!

[@randomgirl5172]

Hehe, I scored the same orange pinafore-ish skirt/dress from thrift store for 1€ a while ago but removed the buttons for another project. Still love the skirt, its so cozy :)

[@janetEC1C2]

watched your video and hannah's- fascinating to see how the service actually works! If I lived in the UK I'd definitely use it - oh, And I loved the coat on you….

[@auroraborealis5326]

Love the new outfits 😍😍😍

[@marylie3435]

Such a fun video!

[@samantharose1001]

This is such a cool sounding program!

[@stoker1931jane]

Loved😍 everything you took home with you👍🏻. And you looked so😁 happy in all the different stylings👌🏼 ❤❤❤

[@LisEibh]

Very cool system, shame they don't ship outside the UK yet. Love those boots! ❤

[@bastelkiste2242]

Omg, a paradise to shop /swap❤