Plain Beauty || Amish Life

[@MarsellaFyngold]

I just LOVE how excited and you get over how pretty your sister looks in a bonnet, and how pretty you think it looks. I love that you can appreciate the beauty that's there even in plainness. I feel like as humans, we are just so wired to notice and enjoy beauty, and that a person doesn't have to be fancy to be pretty.

[@StevieLWeisend]

This was so fun! Loved the sisterly love and you are so right, she looks so beautiful in plain clothes. I learned a lot, thank you!

[@soulfoodsmama2980]

As a mama with two daughters it’s so sweet to see sisters having fun together!

[@TexansDownUnderMJC]

I’ve always been fascinated with different cultures, so I expected to see a casual explanation of the clothing and styles. A simple point of how the line of her jaw followed the line of the cap was a real ah-ha moment. I can absolutely see how that is a beautiful show of grace.

[@EmmeChatterton]

This was so sweet to watch, the reverence you have for the customs of your youth and your sweetness to your sister, so beautiful to watch! And yes, I think she does look incredibly lovely in the bonnet and gown!

[@asteria4279]

This is so well done! Respectful, informative, entertaining. Very interesting to learn about different beauty standards in different cultures.

[@sinm619]

I love how it sounds when you complimented your sister…it’s so nice to see it being common to hear that you are beautiful and stunning ❤️

[@msgoody2shoes959]

OMG! the thing with the elastic and bobby pins was a amazing!!! No barrette ever snapped over my hair.

[@Jaragreene]

Please make more amish life videos!! :) i live close to PA and we see a lot of Mennonite and Amish. They are such kind people I would love to learn more about your amish childhood ❤️

[@michelestout9438]

Great video. It’s so interesting to me that beautiful is truly in the eye of the beholder. We all want to feel beautiful , it doesn’t matter what we are wearing.

[@blatherskitenoir]

I am imagining buying toilet paper according to bonnet size. Like, getting the small, single roll size to do the child-size caps, but if you had a particularly large head, needing to get the mega rolls for the perfect creases. And the men having no idea that's why you always get that sort. It's the tiny things which amuse me :)

[@elizabethalyn]

Wow, those clothes just accentuate your sister's stunning natural beauty! I love simplicity, and I usually choose styles for myself that highlight what others think of as plain. Thanks for sharing this piece of your heritage with us ❤️

[@Ellaodi]

I love this appreciation video for something you left. We need more examples of this kind of grace! I watched a Mennonite KZbinr, and I found that I feel so much more beautiful with more simplified and covered up clothing and makeup as opposed to traditional modern style

[@nataliecrouch5946]

The German Baptist men, like the Amish, had long beards, no mustache and wore black hats all the time outdoors and suits to church, funerals, and weddings...the German Baptist tho, had cars and electricity and phones unlike the Amish. Fun fact ...German Baptist and Amish men didn't have mustaches bc back during the civil war they didn't wanna look like other men who went to war. The style of the times was long beard and mustaches. German Baptist and Amish didn't and still don't , join the military or go to war.

[@LampWaters]

Nice, I like that elastic and bobby pin trick. I headcover full time and my bun is so slippery and falls out. What a great trick to keeping your bun secure.

[@bethannevigliotti3428]

Thank you so much for sharing this about yourself! 💕

[@morganashleypeterson3713]

That moment when she realized she still had the pink scrunchie on her wrist and flung it aside 😂

[@MrsCelesteB]

It’s beautiful to see you appreciate and love your culture. Wherever you are in life, I hope you’re always happy.

[@samplechapters9232]

Wow, sitting still for 3 hours would have been my worst nightmare! I was brought up in a Brethren church which I struggled with because I am a fidgeter. It eventually caused me to have panic attacks. I hope this doesnt happen to any of the Amish children. Did it give you a fantastic imagination? What I mean is, did you spend time daydreaming?

[@tulipvalley111]

Wow this is so informative! Thank you for sharing we often wonder about the Amish as we drive out here in the Ozarks.

[@christinatomlinson2757]

Watching you ironing you can tell that you where raised take care and appreciate everything you had that is a beautiful thing in this day and age

[@Rosemary66666]

omg its so cute seeing yalll happy🥺

[@msgoody2shoes959]

YUP that's a genuine Amish hair style. She nailed it.

[@msgoody2shoes959]

I was Beachy Amish...which is every controlling power trip Horse and Buggy Amish have, but we have cars. That's what I tell everyone... we were basically culturally Amish (crazy clothes standards, male oppression) but just with cars, and a change of theology-Beachy Amish.

[@xyntrk]

There's nothing 'abnormal' about feeling more beautiful in plain clothes. Women all over the world feel the same wearing hijab or turbans or tichels or wigs along with modest clothing. I hear comments all the time about people 'feeling sorry' for women wearing modest clothing and covering their hair - but why should they? Why is it so hard to believe that they find a freedom in covering that other people find in letting it all hang out? Let people alone to live and dress as they see fit. Beauty is found everywhere and in everyone if only you have the eyes to see it.

[@Anahide_design]

I love how Amish dresses look, I'd love to wear one !

[@mamawlife7852]

You can tell you still love, or maybe a lot of the Amish ways. You have your rocker and lamp, you love the clothes. It's great

[@Constantin9va]

This is a gem of a video!

[@bethannevigliotti3428]

Love this. Thank you so much for sharing. And Amish women are beautiful!

[@scarletletter2847]

Thanks for sharing. You two are naturally very pretty and seem very kind.

[@laurahackett7045]

My oldest daughter recently started going to a local Mennonite school and she absolutely loves the dresses she wears to school. I sew most of them so she gets to pick out fabric. Her teacher always has the prettiest dresses. I'm going to learn to make a few cape dresses for myself to wear to school functions where I need to help out because I always feel like I'm being disrespectful wearing my regular clothes, even though I've always dressed very modestly. I still haven't quite figured out what to do with my hair though. I won't wear a cap since I'm not a Mennonite and don't want to be disrespectful or anything but I also don't want to just leave my long hair down. I assume a regular bun would be acceptable but I have no idea.

[@cute_canadian_redhead6747]

Hair in a bun, no jewellery except your wedding ring. Also wearing a dark modest blouse and a long skirt would be appropriate.

[@mslaurateague]

Check out Lynette Yoder’s channel or the one for Meagan Fox Unlocked. They are both Mennonite and have videos on this topic. They cover their flat bun with a doily. But you could also use a scarf.

[@Hephzibah16]

As someone from a non-Mennonite heritage who has become Mennonite, I would say that you do not need to feel disrespectful attending such functions in your regular clothes. As long as you make sure that they are not super revealing or form fitting everyone will be very understanding, especially since they are a church welcoming enough to let your child attend their school. I know there are some Mennonite churches that would not, the one you are connected with sounds wonderful. As one of the other commenters said a skirt and blouse would be fine putting your hair in a braid, or a bun would be fine. If you do not believe in the covering I would discourage you from wearing any sort of cloth on your head, doily, scarf, or otherwise. Have you ever studied the covering? Are you interested in finding out more about it? I'm sure there are ladies at the church that would be willing to share with you.

[@karenramnath9993]

There are lots of ways to cover hair besides a cap. Some Mennonites wear a hanging veil, and this can look very nice with clothing that is maybe conservative-but-not-Mennonite.

[@mariarandolph8402]

She looks lovely!

[@centroslavijapodgorica8904]

I have watched this video just to enjoy in beauty of these two woman's.

[@darkharlezucreek]

I buy the big 3inch straight steel Amish hairpins from the Amazon. They work so well on thick heavy hair.

[@amishgirl1000]

Plain clothing and head coverings are so modest and beautiful

[@nikkorglassman738]

Thanks for the dress up. The lady looks gorgeous in Amish clothes!

[@philipmarkedwards]

Is there something about this crimson-purple colour? I've seen it frequently among the Amish. I've seen you on another channel but not sure where.

[@1234OopsyDaisy]

I love the beautiful simplicity of these garments 💕 You are both gorgeous.

[@yogalandawellnessyolandati7654]

This is so cool. Thank you for sharing some of your insider knowledge!

[@silverdreams3]

@Luann Knepp "Your hair is straublich!" (Don't know if I spelled that right at all...) I'm so glad you said that!!! My mom's family is deeply rooted in Amish and Mennonite culture. Both sets of grandparents on that side were Mennonite, my mom grew up Mennonite, my step-father's family is Mennonite, and I still have Amish Cousins. Some of my aunt's and uncles still speak fluent Pennsylvania Dutch. My mom used to always say when I was little and she was combing my hair, "your hair is so stribley," or even "stroobley". I never new that that was a word rooted in Pennsylvania Dutch and German! I knew what it meant... Messy, hanging about, unruly, unkempt, tangly... But didn't know that I knew the word because of that background. Sort of like I always grew up knowing what a Schneifle was (a little piece of garbage on the floor or countertop) and a Fronzel was (a little loose string hanging off of your clothes). (Don't know if I spelled them right though...). I never realized they were not common known words until I got to college and asked a friend to pick up some Schniefles on the ground... She gave me a completely blank stare... And then tried to tell me that that wasn't a word. Lololol!!! 😊❤️ Also, I'm curious where your Amish community was?? My Amish and Mennonite family mostly have revolved around northern Indiana, with a few down around St Louis. :)

[@BekeDownes]

I'm not Amish or religious or anything, but as a minimalist, I think the clothes are so beautiful

[@elara4955]

I have a question for you Luann! My father's family was conservative Mennonite, but my father left his community to marry my Catholic mother. I was raised non-denominational Christian, so I'm not part of an Amish or Mennonite community, but I find the clothes beautiful and am drawn to a simple way of living. Would it be considered offensive if I wore Amish/plain clothes even though I'm not Amish?

[@sarahthompson8134]

Yea, it would be considered offensive.

[@theamishpotato]

No it wouldn’t. Most of them would respect that

[@sarahthompson8134]

@@theamishpotato I suppose it depends on each individual or, perhaps, each community. I've had conversations about this with my Amish in-laws. They've expressed being offended when non-Amish wear their clothing.

[@theamishpotato]

@@sarahthompson8134 that is probably the case. My family dresses people up every chance they get.

[@veronicamast1207]

Elara, no it would not be considered offensive for you to dress in plain clothing. I'm a Mennonite and a best friend of mine is Amish. The only way it would be remotely offensive is if you wear plain clothing and mock the Amish or Mennonite people verbally in any way. I love your desire to dress plain and simple and to dress modestly.

[@dorcaswalker1867]

She looks soo much better dressed modest and plain - a lot more pretty and attractive

[@dorriepetersen9136]

She does look so so beautiful

[@Sexxxyism]

I love the color of the dress. I also love the emphasis to shoulders, wrist and waist. I could totally rock one of these dresses.

[@apronacres7292]

She looks beautiful as Amish!

[@bethanya99]

I really liked the cultural insight!

[@nathalienewland2091]

Thanks I'm from south America but understand the Amish language German and Dutch

[@IonIsFalling7217]

I’ve always loved the way “plain” clothes look! I’m not particularly religious at all, but I tend to wear cape dresses because I feel so good in them!

[@larklittle1191]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@shannoncarmody3805]

The dress is beatuful! Thank you for sharing

[@christinatomlinson2757]

You should make a video on how to make the dresses

[@marleysankor]

I wish so many people would stop saying, how "plain" she looks. She doesn't look clean at all to me. She looks, "natural" #NaturalBeauty 💞

[@beeallen-hine1421]

Question and I’m not judging . If you find this all so beautiful then why not still wear it ? I dress plain and have for years and I find it beautiful to .

[@lindamcauley4728]

You are a lovely big sister ❤

[@samuelasanderinos1521]

What is the name of that fabric?? It does look amazing with a nice weight to it

[@zenmama979]

Amazon sells the amish hair pins. :)

[@amyshomesteadanimals]

This was so enjoyable to watch ladies.❤

[@LampWaters]

Beautiful

[@childoftheking9907]

Curious what community you are from? I grew up Northern Indiana Amish. Your caps are a little different, but a lot of what you're saying is same. (custom, style, etc)

[@TheJessicahammerly]

Also just a thought I had it makes her pretty face stand out having the bonnet on.. not that it didn’t already.. you’re both so pretty. But that makes sense to me kind of.. that you would just be focused on a persons face.. right? Or no? Lol I don’t know This is a very cute video btw I like hearing your story and seeing from 2 perspective.. and just seeing that sister bond.. with one of you having more memory of it all than the other and I don’t know what I’m saying lol maybe I need to get some sleep

[@talleykendrick379]

honestly i feel like you should go back since you love it so much

[@Ginapieri]

This is so sweet!

[@pamiperry3329]

I like the dress it so modesty.

[@HitherandYarn]

Do you know what the fabric is called? It looks like rayon. I like the way it drapes.

[@darkharlezucreek]

Around here Tropical Breeze fabric is a popular choice among the Amish. There is a cotton poly blend and another 100% polyester version. It is not hot and doesn't wrinkle. I buy it for skirts.

[@joemoore9066]

Nice video. Knepp, were you from Davies Co.? or maybe Milroy? The kapps very from group to group too. Not all groups have black kapps, I never saw black kapps, they were always white with a black bonnet. Bonnet for going away and a black shawl, not a jacket for church or singing.

[@meghanfredericks588]

Thanks for sharing your interesting video! I hope leaving the Amish doesn't also mean that you have left Christianity. God bless!

[@Hephzibah16]

Please note, being Amish doesn't necessarily mean being Christian! I have friends that had to leave their Amish community because they accepted Christ. Also note: I did say "necessarily", I'm NOT claiming that there are no Christian Amish! Just that it shouldn't be assumed that all Amish are Christians. Those of us that are christians, "plain" or otherwise, should still consider that plain communities may need the Lord.

[@Hannahhcamillle]

This was very entertaining and interesting

[@Malte-Micha]

Amish were alt Deutch or swissDeutch. Originally from one of those countries. I wonder if they are still in touch with their families? I hear they get shunned if you leave.

[@lauraswihart8018]

Thanks ladies!💕

[@NicoleCB]

I loved this video!

[@jewelweed6880]

Plain can be pretty. What's wrong with pretty? It's not the kind of pretty modern people would consider "sexy" but why does that have to be the standard?

[@jenniferstomberger3920]

I have a dress Very similar to this... with polka-dots 😊

[@msgoody2shoes959]

also was the black head covering from when you werent baptized? or is it someone elses... bc it's in great shape.

[@mistymint7983]

Modestly dressed is always more beautiful🌿

[@shannoncarmody3805]

Did you know? 1st corin 11: 1 to 10 may explain why hair is uncut in amish. Power on her head because of the angles. In my opion means. Gods angels were more willing to work and use their power on our behalf. To get further meaning in bible verse new testament was witten in greek and old testament in hebrew translation. Always including prayer is good.

[@lidasvid2196]

Sorry this is so off topic and if you don’t want to answer I understand. I’m from the PNW I lived in Missouri for a little bit (almost a year) and when I went clothing shopping I would always see young Amish women picking out sexy lingerie and giggling about it or this other time a husband was picking it out with his wife and they just kept giggling about it they were too cute.. is it cause it’s lingerie that makes em giggle when picking that out or like cause it’s something so sexy ? I’m sorry I’m just curious

[@theamishpotato]

The ladies could answer this better than me but it’s probably because it feels a little scandalous. And they know what it looks like to the English people. Plain people picking out sexy lingerie doesn’t really make sense To others.😋

[@AmyLouiseDens]

She looks beautiful 😍

[@DiznilyLove]

The extra hair at the neck is pretty? Man I feel like in general beauty standards prefer less hair on the body lol I’m so hairy I’ve plucked my hairline before to get rid of my harsh widows peak. And secretly wanted to wax my extra hair at the neck lol

[@shmataboro8634]

DiznilyLove....the male of the neck is also considered beautiful in Japan, you may have noticed kimono are designed to stand away from the neck in back to accentuate it. When geisha do their white makeup they leave the nape if the neck bare. ☺️

[@mobytroy2079]

Very pretty!

[@vickischaffer9229]

Beautiful 😍 we have an Amish community near us

[@lisastilz3209]

I love it!

[@crazyleaf257]

Wow

[@gwenmcgowan3283]

Can you tell us why you and your sister left the Amish, or is that private?

[@janeevans4758]

They were 5 & 15 and it was their parents decision they said..and I think its rude to ask the question as if they had wanted there parents business putting over social media I'm sure they would have already said so.

[@carochan86]

@@janeevans4758 that explains why her sister doesn't remember much.

[@kmdaley916]

Do the Amish bathe themselves and use deodorant?

[@thomasramirez1732]

Very beautiful ladies

[@jeremywentworth1833]

God these 2 are nice looking woman.bet they.wouldnt look so attractive as Amish, wish I was American.whay I've scene of ex Amish there.all good lookers .

[@sarahlabbe9779]

Just saying, I'm going to need a pattern and tutorial for that dress, I'm not amish but I want one like that :O

[@mlwilliams7959]

Interesting, most Amish sects advise wearing long dresses. Never heard of anyone getting in trouble for a dress too long!

[@cougarcat7070]

Ironically, my sisters got in trouble for dresses that were too long while growing up amish.😂😂

[@elizabethm3327]

I understand the plain and modest portion, but the scrutiny and judgment from one Christian to another over how much a dress or bit of hair poofed out? Is being Amish all salvation by works?

[@marthaadams8326]

Yes, they have to do works to earn their way into heaven, They do not believe in grace. They are anabaptists.

[@danielmiller6975]

Not true!

[@2jesusIbelong]

I grew up Mennonite. Pretty simmilar customs as Amish when it came to clothes hair ect. Just not quite as strict. It was considered sinful to cut hair or wear pants or wear makeup. Just their way of trying to dress modest and not be like the world. They had Bible verses they based these traditions /beliefs on. At least most of them. They had silly ones like a bride had to wear a black or navy blue dress. years go by and they change their views on that to allow nearly white dresses.. I don't look down on them bc I know most are just doing what they think is right. I don't think any church has it quite right. Sure would be nice if we all could agree on everything eh. One day..

[@childoftheking9907]

They would say no, but yes... It's all about works.

[@mjlvnv]

She looks beautiful

[@elizabethschreffler9182]

What are you all doing in 2021?

[@kristinmoreno9203]

These ladies probably grew up with Amish from Indiana or Ohio?? Much DIFFERENT clothing and Culture than the Lancaster County Amish of Pennsylvania 😁

[@waterfull2907]

What is Amish really? Ist a race/religion or what! I've seen a black Amish too on TLC too🤓

[@zeldadanielle]

Amish is a very devout sect of Christianity. Very old style.

[@virginiatorres228]

If you leave the amish, could you ever go back?

[@zeldadanielle]

No, because they shun you. However, it seems these girls left as children with no choice, so it may be different for them.

[@theamishpotato]

Ha ha. I never knew you girls had specific ways of posing. Maybe that’s why Amish girls and women appear more feminine and ladylike than the rest of the world😂

[@caroler4297]

You like submissive? Not necessarily more feminine becUse what is feminine about. Running shoes with those dresses?

[@qqq1q1qqqqqqq]

Unfortunately, it seems like the world has a whole lot of things backwards now. Many people will say that a woman, no matter what culture she grew up in, is snobbish and/or fake when acting in a such way. They'd be wrong, but they would say it. I was, at age 48, trying to explain having class and showing proper etiquette. My mother's said I was being fake. I can play around and act silly with the best if them, but I also know when to put away the play and act like I do have manners and class. Being able to switch back and forth (and all the in-betweens) isn't being fake, it is called being adaptable. These ladies showed us a glimpse into their past. And with such beautiful attitudes! I respect how they can still respect and honor their tradition-rich history. It speaks wonders for their parents. Blessings all!!!

[@jillybean8587]

Submissiveness and femininity are two different words. Submissiveness is part of the traditional roles of women as God made them. Women who see submissiveness as a bad thing perhaps don’t appreciate how men have a role and women do. On one hand women want to be “strong independent women” but no one can be completely independent in this world without the help and love of men in their capacity too. It’s a perfect unity. Women can be strong in their own rights but we are to submit as one does when they show love and receive love in return.

[@theamishpotato]

@@jillybean8587 well said.

[@thomasramirez1732]

Just love the way they dress they are not dressing in emoral way very respectable women they should teach these american women how to dress

[@daughteroftheking2200]

👎👎👎

[@msgoody2shoes959]

YOU DO NOT HAVE TWO BONNETS.. YOU HAVE TWO HEAD COVERINGS in your hand... duh.

[@IonIsFalling7217]

For a goody two shoes you sure are rude 🙃. First, there are more sects of the Amish than you count on your fingers and toes, so they may have called them bonnets. Second, she may be referring to head coverings as bonnets because she’s educating people outside of the Amish world.

[@msgoody2shoes959]

She knows exactly how I am speaking/my tone to her, is ... mind your own business.

[@allykuit5384]

@@msgoody2shoes959 Yikes! You're mean.

[@msgoody2shoes959]

@@allykuit5384 you're ignorant. I'm talking to my people. Mind your business.

[@msgoody2shoes959]

@@IonIsFalling7217 you're ignorant. I used to be Amish.

[@Ellaodi]

I love this appreciation video for something you left. We need more examples of this kind of grace! I watched a Mennonite KZbinr, and I found that I feel so much more beautiful with more simplified and covered up clothing and makeup as opposed to traditional modern style