trying on every clothing item in my ✨secret closet✨ extreme closet clean out 2024! declutter with me

[@KathleenIllustrated]

y'all how do i style the clown suit PLEASE

[@julierosemodelproductions]

idk how but i know you'll rock the look! 💚 happy st patrick's day!

[@Varulfen95]

I would love a video about trying to style the clown suit! I think you could make a cool punk look with it, add some kind of belt or corset thing, stompy boots, black leather and spiky rivets? I don't know if it would work, but you never know until you try it. ^^

[@laven_durr]

Add some layers! Maybe a kitschy skirt and a outerlayer that take away the costume aspect of it all, but keeps the funhouse vibes of it going strong without looking like a hotdog on a stick employee. You could also even lean into it being like a sophisticated victorian carnival ride inspector outfit.

[@menthalightfoot4948]

Add a belt & bomber/leather jacket - it'll make the suit look like a jumpsuit but still provide that POW of color underneath!

[@kaytemnorwood]

Lean into the clown-core. All the way. But for real, I don't know. Go crazy town? Voluminous skirt and chunky belt?

[@laurenb1277]

I love how you hold your makeshift ruler/microphone so delicately, like it’s a little ghirardelli chocolate

[@KathleenIllustrated]

forbidden snaaaacccckkkkk!

[@crazygossipgurl101]

I saw someone that had their microphone clipped to a kitchen knife the other day and its ruined me

[@Jennaallencoan]

That IS how we all hold a Ghirardelli chocolate😂 such an accurate description!

[@marshawargo7238]

Or a French Kiss 😘!

[@sacrefrenchie2132]

i LOVE closet clean out videos because i am NOSEY. So I'm very much here for more of them. Also the yellow leather set is amazing.

[@KathleenIllustrated]

hahaha i'm so nosey too!! glad you enjoyed it!

[@sarahkinsey5434]

I love a good before and after, and I love seeing people's style. I have to live vicariously through other people because my closet is pretty good, but the rest of the house really needs a declutter but it's my parents stuff.

[@marshawargo7238]

Sad to say that you tossed a couple things & I cried Noooo😮! The prom/bridesmaid floral dress & the biker leather snap galore jacket😢! I would have traded Yellow George & The 🤡 Clown. Tuff but life demands decisions!

[@audreylopata1730]

This is so relatable! I have so many outfits buried in my closet that I think, “I love this, it’s beautiful, it’s brilliant, a work of art….also I never wear it😩.” I need a separate museum space for clothes I want to celebrate for their vision and beauty in a different way than putting them on my body.

[@beebedoe]

the beaded dress make my jaw hit the FLOOR

[@Ambrosethebard]

It's so karma chameleon

[@RioRav]

saaaame i cant believe it hasnt been worn!

[@smalliesxd]

Ikr it would be so perfect for New Years 😭😭

[@Carla_Marx]

Hey Kathleen, you should make a video when you end up doing the corset alterations of that flowery dress. It's such a cool hack that I didn't think of! And I think a lot of people struggle with owning clothes that are too small or too big.

[@REBsessions]

Yes!!! I had no idea such a thing existed and that gown is gorgeous 😍

[@verbosibee]

That pink one with a light tie dye or color change on only certain panels would be so cool. Also, I need that MCR leather jacket STAT

[@threeleggedcat]

I would absolutely not be mad if you dyed the pink dress, such a cool piece fits you perfectly, 100% make it a colour you’d rather wear

[@ccbytheseashore]

The bridesmaid dress! My aunt's wedding in 1993 was essentially that aesthetic, and my mom wore a handmade dress JUST like that! Amazing.

[@vera6443]

That firework dresss!!!!

[@MelliaBoomBot]

I felt a twinge of envy there.....want it want it want it LOL

[@KathleenIllustrated]

(˵ •̀ ᴗ •́ ˵ ) ✧ hehehehe thanks fam!

[@1ericedwards]

If I could describe the feel of this channel succinctly, it would be "Big Comfy Couch" vibes.

[@KathleenIllustrated]

I am SO honored

[@alexyssaubrie1606]

@@KathleenIllustratedplease do a Loonette cosplay at some point! You would actually look exactly like her

[@catpye957]

I'm new to your channel but i just wanted to say that you have such warm and kind energy. I've been watching your videos to help me through weeks where things are hard. Your channel is so cosy that i instantly feel better. Thank you, Kathleen.

[@KathleenIllustrated]

aw! i'm so glad you're here - take all the time and enjoy the cozy vibes

[@mackenziedesire7515]

Yes! That is such a good way to put it- it's like the vibe of someone you could lose touch with for years, but would still welcome you as a friend like no time had passed. Very safe, comfy vibes on this channel!

[@heathermade7294]

Kathleen! Have you done shibori dying yet??? That’s my vote for the white set. (Also think thrownin some dye, respectfully, on the vintage French piece is the way to go)

[@aprilwillier9610]

Ditto, say deep violet or bright pink 🇨🇦❤️

[@MildaMade]

Prof Hollywood tailor (and fellow upcycler!) here👋 I SO love your fun videos and creative spirit, Kathleen! My suggestions for a few of the thrift flips: for the white seersucker suit, how about creating an all over cherry print, but doing the cherries as circles of red satin that are zig-zagged on, with painted stems and white painted "shine" on the fruit? As it's a lot of work, I would intersperse them and play around with scale! I also love that one peach(?) dress on you with the pleats, but if you feel it washes you out, maybe find a really cool modern print in a silk scarf, and sort of tack it around the neckline, so that the color that frames your face and décolletage is one that feels flattering to you. Whatever color is in that scarf/fabric, you can pick up with your accessories like shoes, bracelets, or a kicky hat!

[@mackenziedesire7515]

It's SO rare to see people out and about with, like, very bold, quirky, personal style (at least where I currently live), which bums me out because those are my *favorite* people to see out and about! It's always such a joy to see Kathleen's videos for that reason (plus the delightful, joyous attitude), especially as someone trying to thoroughly quirkify their wardrobe- unfortunately, it's not my strong suit (unlike that yellow suit- STRONG, obnoxious, one of the best suits I've ever seen) Also, that dress at 13 mins suits you *so* well, I feel like if dyeing it means you'll wear it, it might just be worth the risk.

[@katej3437]

“I forgot I had a xylophone!” Is the theme for this whole video

[@kelamorphe]

You should totally dye the pink french dress ! altering clothes to make it fit your style is always better than just not wearing them, and letting them gather dust in your closet. there are some dye kits that exist where it whitens your garment as a first step and then you can dye it whatever color you want, you just gotta know the composition of the dress cause natural fibers and polyester don't react to the same dyes . I did it with a sweater a friend gave me, which has a DRAGON PATTERN but i hated the color, and now after dyeing it in my favorite color it's a staple in my wardrobe :D

[@lauriekeller9311]

Please don’t ever stop making these videos. You are an absolute hoot/delight!!!

[@kslaney4161]

That pink dress is stunning, what a cool silhouette. I would definitely encourage you changing it to a colour that makes your heart sing.

[@theirelandbelle]

i’ve never been this early to one of your videos. i love being here! you’ve changed the way i thrift/antique forever-for the better!!

[@KathleenIllustrated]

aw!!! welcome to the early squad & thanks so much for being part of the fam!

[@jereneroses]

Great job on the spring cleaning! ✨ I did my own closet clean this weekend and it felt so GOOD! Also: every cameo by Kashi is a blessing. Please give him a little kiss on the forehead from all of us.

[@KathleenIllustrated]

kiss has been GRANTED. thank you for being here!

[@Tackleboys]

Best day of the weeeeeeek!!!

[@discoscissors]

Omg, the yellow leather set🤩🤌🏻🤌🏻

[@nicolemitchell446]

8:41 why is that black and white striped blazer with felt colourful flowers so flattering? I love it! Gives me Fran vibes from that show ‘the nanny’

[@deelorean2956]

Banana yellow leather suit is amazing! Also low key love the cardigan with the black and white stripes and flowers.

[@auntiesam8489]

I'm thrifted all my life and I've always enjoyed it. Never cared about what people thought of me. I had good reasons aside from the affordability. It's an important creative outlet for me. Kathleen your content is so important, inspirational, and very entertaining. Much love to you. From one of your stinky followers. ❤

[@sorfinashahfiran9194]

the firework skyline drop skirt beaded dress is SO PERFECT for new years BUT i agree it shld be worn casually!! drop some jaws kathleen !!

[@so_so_online]

The yellow leather set is everything 🤩🤩🤩

[@lilacsunset3848]

12:25 this dress reminds of the catching a star scene in howl’s moving castle movie!

[@KathleenIllustrated]

oh my GOSH. iconic. i love that!!!!

[@11sakki]

A big ol ✨yaaaasssssss✨ for cleaning/decluttering videos!!!

[@shelleyelise8963]

The yellow set reminds me of The Mask. SMOKIN!

[@sksksks7533]

the black fireworks dress is the PERFECT new years outfit like woah

[@main5869]

Absolutely dye the pink one!!! It looks so beautiful on you!!! Absolutely make it a wearable pal. Dye it to match your hair. So fun❤🎉

[@alexandralphmackinnon4487]

The firework dress with combate boots is a must! It is a crime not to let the artwork that is that dress shine!

[@nerdsince9997]

Yay!! Best part of my week! Closet clean outs inspire me so much. I have a closet I’ve been trying to get to for…a long time 😅 super pumped to get to it this weekend now!! Also I’m pretty sure “unhinged thrifting with a skeleton” is the incantation needed to summon me. I’m so ready !!!

[@hah.365]

The joy I felt upon laying my eyes on that floral, fluttery handmade number is almost indescribable. A visceral "ME WANT" moment. Amazing, chef's kiss, glorious.love your style.

[@aluridscarrdhart4990]

"And you should know this too" got me 😂 1:38 Great video, Stinky! ❤

[@AussieERS]

Oh my I just love your videos. I think my favourite thing is that you show a personal style that isn't all beige and grey genetic items but more creative and unique. Plus love your vibe and personality

[@helenmcclory5676]

Maybe that yellow leather suit would go with some textury grey (dress? suit?). Always think yellow and grey are an underrated pairing. Love this and all your videos!

[@KathleenIllustrated]

ooooooo fun! i tend to avoid grey so this would be an awesome way to incorporate it more 🤔 thank you!!!!

[@aliedmundson9624]

Hear me out, you dye the pink dress a dark purple or black. You could spruce up the skirts or the back and sleeves with gold embroidery or white or something that makes it even more fun because the silhouette is already so gorgeous. Love your content always 🫶

[@rishaparr]

That primary colored disney dress was one of my dreams! I would have gladly bought it!!!!

[@babyprophet]

sew lace or ruffles on the sleeves to make them a little longer on that spring driving coat😊

[@BeccaM4]

I think you should check out cyanotype printing for the white pj set. Morgan Donner has a video printing a whole dress.

[@helenm1085]

Or Solarfast is a machine washable version of cyanotype (and comes in different colours)

[@MorganThomas-we6jj]

Dye the pink french dress with the button details and pleats RED! It would be so cool and pretty. You have some stellar pieces here.

[@REBsessions]

Woman! That pink dress with the tie and buttons is RIDICULOUSLY cool and looks amazing on you! Would it take dye well? 🤩 Maybe a wine color? 🍷 If I had more "real estate" up top I'd say posh that sucker (to me) 🤭

[@tabbyleblan6858]

OMG PLEASE do the felt on the white set!!! The contrast of the materials and weight would be so so cool!

[@rochelle2758]

By all means, dye the French dress! And for the love of Mike, add racing stripes to the green polka dot one!!! It would be so cute with coordinating (or clashing) side panels, and you'd get more armhole room too!

[@miranda1385]

3:04 would be a dream for me omg!

[@Rytoft]

Perfect timing, my lovely husband was talking budget, and i hate it, i know it is necessary but this is more fun🥰

[@KathleenIllustrated]

bahahaha enjoy this silly palate cleanser!

[@tabbyleblan6858]

the firework bead dress is PERFECT for new years!

[@bunnykitty69]

you really rock like every single thing you try on, its crazy!!!!!!! cute and cooleness off teh charts

[@KathleenIllustrated]

aw daaaaang you so sweet! thanks for watching ✌(◕‿-)✌

[@oliviabays4286]

That firework dress is giving Howl’s Moving Castle vibes!! Ps I would definitely sign up for a part two on the hand drawn jacket, I’ve watched the original video a hundred times!

[@yvonnemurphy7487]

Also, you could dye that pink dress maroon or scarlet--would be chef's kiss 😘

[@lapislazulis2378]

Can't wait to see the cloudy pink vintage French dress dyed in another colour (fushia? purple?)

[@noelnelson9291]

PLZ DYE THE PINK BUSINESS PRINCESS FRENCH DRESS ! ITS SO CUTE ! Give it new life !!

[@suzaluza]

its crazy how many unique statement pieces you have in your closet!! how do you casually come across these?

[@theprimordialoohs]

Ikr?! The thrift gods smile upon her so often it makes me jelly

[@KathleenIllustrated]

hehe thanks y'all! many years of scroungin' around like the mongoose i am

[@theprimordialoohs]

@KathleenIllustrated That is absolutely the way to do it! The hunt never ends (nor do we want it to hehe)

[@Jasmine1485]

The coat with the too-short sleeves is such an easy fix! I had the same issue with a coat I basically wear everyday in Winter. I unpicked the outer fabric from the lining at the inside of the cuffs, then added a strip of almost-the-same fabric and stitched that to the lining. You get a little extra sleeve length with the fabric that was originally inside the sleeve, and the new stuff is folded to the inside so it doesn't matter if it doesn't match perfectly.

[@danacarrubba4175]

Definitely dye that pink dress!! It's STUNNING and I can see it still having impact in a darker color 😎 Also this inspired me to spring clean my craft room closet.. thanks for the swift kick! :]

[@clairebuckley7377]

That yellow suit 😍💛 takes me right back to the 80s My bro had a yellow satin high waisted suit 😁 gotta love leather

[@daniellepollock1594]

Dyeing the things you love but for the color is always a great choice

[@peacegirl19]

The tutu on the head at the end... so classic, so good, lol moment.

[@jayem.2033]

OH. My. LORD. I want that MCR vibes jacket SO. BADLY!!!

[@logangee4586]

beAdS-BEads-BeAdS! I love the change of pace with this video and the subliminal spring cleaning messages that I needed to hear! Thanks for being vulnerable with your junk closet too bc we all have one that needs cleaning😂

[@angelrabbit13]

Not even a minute into video & mesmerized w the quilted piece ~ I’ve not seen one like it xcept great grandma’s that’s still in her passed down wooden trunk!! ♥️

[@AliFinNoble]

South white dress with the shoulders needs to be dyed! You could do a really cool multicolored ombre. They make really good synthetic fiber dye now.

[@aprilwillier9610]

13:00 Dye the vintage France , love your choices 🇨🇦❤️

[@courtneyryder1810]

Also you could go as Jim carreys the mask in that yellow leather blazer and trousers 😂 I love the mask and Jim carrey 😂

[@courtneyryder1810]

I forgot to put for Halloween 😂

[@EverSoNina]

That black and white cardigan with the felted flowers is so cute!

[@marianacoelho8746]

Kathleen spontaneously falling over whilst standing still is SO REAL I cackled!!

[@KathleenIllustrated]

😈

[@sophiaazevedo4013]

When we finally got to reorganizing our office, it made a huge difference! My mood was so much better. We’ve been trying to make our apartment better ever since we moved in 2.5 years ago. Most of it has involved a new piece of furniture, some rearranging, and getting rid of stuff. Just in the last few weeks we’ve been able to make some big improvements. I bought a “kitchen cabinet” to hide all our pet stuff and moved the old pet shelves into our bedroom closet. I also finally found some decent nightstands on Craigslist and moved the old “nightstands” to the living room so we finally have some side tables. I also got rid of an office chair that was just always in the way. There’s still things that need to be rearranged - you’re never really done - but I finally feel sane and it’s so calming.

[@annamarchand5290]

I have that EXACT SAME Filson jacket! I have never felt so cool knowing that you like a specific clothing item that I own. And mine is second-hand too! Whoever buys it is getting a treasure

[@amydarmody6735]

I absolutely slept on those same Disney bedsheets as a child. *core memory unlocked*

[@Renard-Muldrake]

I love these closet clean out type videos! They are so fun :). The white dress @11:19 reminds me of a romulan commander's (tng) outfit lol.

[@greencoloredstar]

Green trench - OMG, I LOVE IT Pink French number - Yes, please dye it! It would be awesome for a Renaissance festival!

[@sueorosz8886]

Hell pit! lol! Your closet is literally every closet in my house…the layered effect to get to the bangle basket and statement necklace drawer is how I roll! And yes, why so many tubes? Me too! Dye the pink dress! Love ❤❤❤❤ that firework 🎆 beaded drop waist dress so much!

[@laurenloo]

oooh the firework dress is so cool! it reminds me of the meteor shower thingie part of howl's moving castle too.

[@KatieeeBug03]

The pink dress is amazing and so Stevie Nicks. Dye it! Dye it!

[@JennifervalleyBlogspot]

The pink one....keep it. OMGeee is that cute on you. Dye it but keep the general color! Dark rose/mauve?!

[@Dustinlove102]

12:57 dye it!! 💕

[@jguitar23]

Tiny cherries nighty is a keeper to be worn with combat boots. Love checkered mint coat also. Perfecto. The loud tracksuit is more 80's, not 90's style.

[@suzy8track]

This reminds me that I need to declutter so I can have more room for new thrift finds. By the way, digging the smiley face tee!

[@michaundsolala]

I need your vibe so much today - thanks for the vid! ❤

[@KathleenIllustrated]

(˵ •̀ ᴗ •́ ˵ ) ✧ hope you have a great rest of the week!

[@alexandralphmackinnon4487]

Most excellent mini de clutter video....My one all seasons closet is an epic challenge atm. 6mos goal is to reduce by half. Ha! I think I'm delulu. But IT was good to see I'm not the one who struggles with the keep, donate, re purpose trifecta of a thrifted closet full of gems

[@dianacarlisle7064]

I got the best news this weekend! There is a Savers opening in the town next to mine. I live in a suburb of San Francisco. It's referred to as the "boonies" so it's a relative waste land of thrift/vintage options. Only 1 goodwill near my home. It's a great goodwill, but small. Not sure when it "officially" opens, but you can bit I'll be there!

[@ellabanker3862]

Okay but I’m a Disney annual pass holder and i will literally buy that dress made of the Disney bedsheets from you. I would die to wear that in the parks with some boots 😩😩😩

[@moonfacedlover]

DYE THE PINK DRESS HOT PINK YESSSSS

[@saraluckhardt3927]

The yellow leather set is AMAZING. I too "collect" unique vintage clothes that I may never wear, but I will never find again. It's a hobby, okay?!? 🤣And yes I want to see all your weird stuff!

[@jenniferjurczak7465]

You should totally dye that pink dress thing! Also the black firework dress is a perfection option for new years!

[@emilychang5396]

^^ Glad you're feeling less sick so you can post this week! I vote for a cool bleaching effect on that pink corsety dress. Something a bit grungier to contrast with the frilly ruffles!

[@KathleenIllustrated]

aw thank you emily! all good on my end :) & I LOVE that idea... i was kinda scared to suggest it so I'm glad we're on the same page haha

[@desertvibes6080]

As someone who just thrifted an eloc vintage yellow jacket, I'm so obsessed! Also I say yes to dyeing the dress!

[@misskelevra]

Loved hanging out. The yellow leather suit was uhmazing 🤩💛

[@susanmartin2807]

That French dress is STUNNING. If you dye it please be careful. It is such a great piece

[@frisubm1261]

that banana yellow leather two piece has me DOWLING 🥵 we need it in a styling video !!!

[@abberistired]

I looooove these videos I'm so excited for next weeks video and I absolutely think you should make the pretty pink dress something more you'd wear

[@Mossisntheresorryy]

I feel like if you dye the pink vintage dress a deeper purple it would look really good. Or just straight up black but I know you usually wear a lot of colour so purple would fit really nice

[@elisabethjade3837]

DEFINITELY dye that pink dress!!

[@Katsimagination21]

Lololol 😅 you crack me up ! Patron Saint of Ketchup and Mustard, to Saint Mustard in the end ! lol 😊

[@soarinsuzi7206]

Very excited for all these potential flips. Also hoping i can get my stinky hands on that blazer.

[@chosanjuan]

Wife and I are sitting here watching and I do the DiCaprio whistle snap point at your pants. Those Renegade pants are vintage paintball pants! Totes jealous you got those! ❤

[@KathleenIllustrated]

😮 👉🏼　you are the second person to tell me this! I had no idea - they’re super cool I even scoured eBay to try and find more 😂 thank you rural Ohio thrift store!!!!

[@Smodgson]

I've been dyeing all kinds of things lately and it's soooo fun highly recommend