THRIFT HAUL Vintage Style - July 2019

[@debbiewilliams2946]

I'm sure a shop of thrift items curated by you with your eye for vintage would do well.

[@abcarlson80]

Agree. I like the items you choose but don't have the time to thrift.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Debbie!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Amanda!

[@debra333]

"... willing to look camp, literally and figuratively..." Made me spit out my campfire coffee.

[@hollybauer7123]

You should definitely open up an Etsy shop. As others have said, you have a great eye for seeing the potential in a garment.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Holly!

[@pamjournalcreate]

"I dont care if its flattering" ....... OMG i love it... Thats why i love your channel so much!!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Pamela! Indeed we are here to have fun, not to care about what's flattering ;)

[@kirstenpaff8946]

If you do start selling thrifted items, I highly recommend adding photos of the items styled in a vintage way. Your talent lies in seeing the potential of an item and I think people would be more likely to buy something if they knew what to do with it.

[@billiev8705]

Kirsten Paff I just came here to say the same thing!

[@lucasroofingllc5845]

Ooooooh that blue silk skirt is gorgeous!!!!! ❤❤❤

[@TheClosetHistorian]

I had to take it home with me ;)

[@sparechange5815]

Love the floral rayon flowy shorts. They do look 1940s. I also love the navy with white polka dots dress.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@emmastrand1931]

I would absolutely love it if you sold thrifted items in your Etsy shop! I have thought about suggesting it many times! You have such a good eye!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Emma!

[@lucasroofingllc5845]

Loved this video. Thanks for sharing. If you opened an online shop. I would definitely buy things from you.❤❤❤👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Konnie!

[@kyasarin131]

That blue silk skirt is stunning!! I can't wait to see how you alter it to fit!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@nlili-rose925]

My jaw literally dropped when you appeared on the screen with that beaded evening gown, you are so gorgeous 😍

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Ha thank you!

[@emilyhedgehog547]

As always you're hair and makeup is on point, the subtle gold on eye shadow matches your earrings so well

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Emily!

[@ayeshaw.oliver3197]

Yes girl... put your toes in the dating pool. Im an old married lady, but if I weren't I would definitely get all dolled up and make someone's day🤣 you look gorgeous😚

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Ayesha! ;)

[@lucasroofingllc5845]

Beaded silk evening dress. Yes!!!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@Cyberpunkgurl]

Yes please add to your shop! Our vintage selection here is minimal and over priced. I would totally buy from your shop if you did.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Jamie!

[@jaredgiacalone5896]

That silk skirt is Everything!!!! Gorgeous!

[@elainebye9090]

I think all the shorts are very cute on you, and especially the floral ones. They did give a vintage vibe!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Elaine!

[@mermaidtango]

you - blue evening dress - DAYUM! that was certainly made for you!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thanks Toni!

[@kihntagious]

The blue sparkle is stunning on you. Knockout.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@sagawargbaner]

I think those floral shorts are beautiful, and I agree with you that they look 40’s!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@charliealexis6299]

Bianca wear that purple dress anywhere my sister and I get dressed in prom dresses to go grocery shopping

[@luckysweetheartvintage476]

I’m glad you’ve done another thrifting Haul! I love thrifting! I go all of the time - it’s my favorite activity lol.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thanks! me too, I'm in love with the thrill of the hunt now!

[@darnelleechols8556]

Great haul! Love all the shorts. The silk DKNY skirt is fabulous. Love the seaming. It looks very vintage and the price was definitely right. Can't wait to see the thrift flip. As for the on-line shop, go for it. You have great taste.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Darnelle!

[@dianeibarra6839]

I love thrift hauls... gorgeous pieces... I had those black and white shoes when I was very much younger.....

[@carolannvincent5312]

That last black evening wear dress looked absolutely gorgeous on you! Definitely a date dress!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Carol Ann!

[@MarciaFromMarss]

Love the earrings! Look like teeny tiny lanterns

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! They are indeed little lanterns :)

[@morganwentworth2041]

Your style is amazing and you looked gorgeous in those evening dresses

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Morgan!

[@karinasims6368]

Yes! Online thrift shop would be amazing

[@jennaharrison2649]

Woweee, both silk items! Good score! Cannot stop staring at the lantern earrings.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Jenna!

[@shirleydrake1602]

Take a cruise with a friend. You can wear your pretty evening dresses on the formal night. I particularly love the black dress on you. It fits so well, I know you thought it was a little big, but it really looks great !

[@AnneAndersonFoxiepaws]

You look so beautiful in the beaded silk dress that you really have to keep it because you would make every head turn wearing that and I am sure that one day the exact event will happen and it would be awful thinking, oh I wish I had kept that blue/teal evening dress...When I was little in the 1960s I used to imagine myself as a grown up, out wearing a beautiful 1950s style (I was born in the 50s and there was a hang over, fashion wise into the sixties of 50s style sort of wiggle dresses) red dress, I can still picture it. This blue dress is the kind of thing that you daydream about, and you look so amazing in it, you just have to keep it! Also every one of your thrift hauls opens my mind up to things I hadnt thought of, You are so fantastic at visualisation and then you get them on, and they all look incredible! I love your channel, its an absolute goldmine of great ideas! Yes who knew how rare covered buckle belts are these days!

[@rbffbvs]

Wow! What a haul! That sequined dress looks fabulous n you! I hope you get a chance to wear it soon. Great video again..

[@judisewnsew6514]

A night at the symphony?

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Rosemary!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

I haven't been in ages so that sounds fabulous :)

[@annalynsmith7939]

Yes to the online shop!!! You have such a good eye and I LOVE your style!!!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Annalyn!

[@Europa1749]

great video. I loved all the clothes on you but the silk skirt and the blue dress were especially stunning. The blue dress looks so 40's.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@ayeshaw.oliver3197]

That blue dress is everything!!!

[@SuzieLivesInHerHead]

Those tropical shorts would have been amazing for my birthday party on Saturday! The theme was "Halloween in Hawaii". And I love that "date" dress! It's great. It shows off your body very well!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Suzie! Sounds like a fun theme, love a little early Halloween fun :)

[@devathepinup]

That green shirt absolutely SCREAMS Slytherin. I love it. And that blue silk skirt... *faints*

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thanks Deva!

[@MsLancingNYC]

great haul! YES! a thrifted shop on Etsy sounds awesome!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@marciahighsmith4820]

I believe you have nailed the forties beach look with the full shorts!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Marcia!

[@maidenrohina]

Yes please open up a shop, I'm always so jealous of all the amazing pieces you find! 😊

[@101ineke]

I just ask myself how beautiful you knotted your blouses, and voila you deliver. Thanks for that. And the silk skirt beautiful.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Nini!

[@kellymartin2603]

That blue (/purple, apparently) dress! Holy Anastasia vibes!

[@panacheluxury4262]

Love the royal blue beaded gown with stole. Beautiful!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@panacheluxury4262]

@@TheClosetHistorian, you're welcome!

[@micheleschlapfer2744]

I think lots of people would love to buy your items. You are beautiful and have such a cool style!

[@darrinbuster6696]

You have such a charming personality! I think the floral short is great, what about with a halter style top? just a thought ;)

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! Yes I think a potentially halter 40's style top is in my future, but perhaps maybe not until next summer :)

[@Kitty-wb1kf]

You look great in everything but loved the flowered shorts and the mom jeans on you. My favorite was the polka dot dress. I would definitely be interested in a shop with your style.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@tikimama1139]

My mom was a HUGH Carol Anderson fan. Carol did a lot of printed rayon tiered skirt (prairie style) and a matching shirt. The best.

[@aouibitworn376]

Oh my gosh the evening gowns look stunning on you! I love the tropical shorts as well. Totally nails the look you were looking for. -Lara

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Lara!

[@dianemarkesich6854]

Great idea to have a curated shop. You have such a good eye and understanding of clothes

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Diane!

[@Mengjoanne]

The best looks are black and white. Chanel look. Classy and fabulous.

[@PracticalPip]

Wow! I love your finds! The vintage tropical looking shorts are so awesome and that blue evening gown looks like it was meant just for you! So gorgeous you are!❤️

[@kschindle1]

oooooo love the blue silk skirt. love the pattern skirt with white blouse and hat. Shorts work for you. love the blue polka dot dress. OMG, I still have my 80's black skirt slip. I love the beaded blue gown, ooo.

[@nancymandle5215]

yes!!!!!! please sell your “castoffs” on etsy and tell us when you do so we can benefit from your amazing eye for style, fashion, vintage, etc. I’m convinced your fans would buy you out in no time!

[@kimberlycosta6283]

I had to watch it twice as all I could stare at was those fabulous ear rings the first time.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Kimberly! They are some of my favorites, the gold lantern charms were from Joanns or Michaels aaages ago but I just found some similar lantern charms in antique brass so I am going to make a few pairs for my shop ;)

[@swoonscapades]

• Not to be an enabler but I'd never stop thrifting either if I were you, especially considering that wherever you live you seem to have all the best thrift shops, I'm always jealous of your finds! (But jealous in a good way?) ❤ • I never understood my sister's obsession with silk until I saw that blue silk skirt: wow, it's gorgeous! 😍 So glad you didn't leave it behind! • As a Slytherin, I'm SO EXCITED for this future Slytherin Lookbook! I can't wait! 🐍 • I think those safari style of shorts look SO flattering on you, but I totally support your "i don't care whether or not these shorts look flattering/make me look thin, I'm wearing them because i like them and I want to" because yes, love this mindset! 👌🏼 • I love how elegant you looked in those evening dresses! They were all so stunning. Makes me want to try wearing evening wear but I'm too short, even if I tailored them I imagine I'd look funny 😅 Also can't wait for this evening wear lookbook so that I can live vicariously through you • Yes to the etsy shop! PLEASE, help a girl out with some good vintage finds because the thrift shops in my area are just not good. Which is tragic since the prices are actually really good 💔 If you opened up your own etsy vintage shop I wouldn't even have to leave the house, which is great 😅

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Jess! I do think I must have particularity good thrift shops nearby as I hear this a lot!

[@austenweathersby7027]

I think an online shop is a great idea! Also, those mom jeans are giving me Dirty Dancing vibes!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! I'm happy to channel such a vibe ;)

[@evelynhearnsberger660]

Loved the tropical shorts on you.

[@shondagarrett4638]

Yay, more shorts! I love the printed ones too! Love seeing you style more casual pieces like the shorts and the jeans! Yes, your hair and make up make every outfit look vintage. I didn't realize you have an undercut! I love that bit of edge under such a classic haircut (I have one too). Your style is so inspiring and I can't wait to style some jeans the way you do! Keep thrifting and doing haul videos! You are definitely one of my favorites because I love seeing the vintage pieces you find.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Shonda! I love having the undercut, I don't know if I'll ever go back!

[@stace_d]

You ABSOLUTELY should open an online shop!! You find and style thift items better than anyone I've ever seen

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Stace!

[@vickisutube2011]

Carol Anderson was / is a designer that was popular in the 80's. She still designs for her own line under the name Cabi (Carol Anderson By Invitation)

[@kitssewingkit]

the purple/teal dress absolutely slays me omg. also those shorts look so good! Especially the print and the green ones

[@kitssewingkit]

also heck yeah to online store!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Kate!

[@lisita1020]

Fantastic haul. It’s always wonderful to see how you pair those items. Also thanks for the tip of looking through various sizes....,extremely helpful. 💖Finally I would absolutely love to shop your thrifted finds so open that shop .❤️❤️

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@raraavis7782]

Oh, you should absolutely get into reselling. You always find amazing things and have a way of styling and presenting them, that’s extremely appealing. I‘m sure, you would do very well!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Rara!

[@CajunRose]

Gorgeous as always! YES!! "THE Closet Historian" Etsy Store would be fabulous. You have an amazing eye for detail, fabrics and "vintage-style-ability". I love how you show the way you style items. I don't know about your beaded gown at the Grammys, but, it would be perfect for a Madi Gras ball, in New Orleans. Thank you for showing us all your treasures and styling tips.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! I'm not sure I would make it through Mardi Gras, I am easily tired out ;) Maybe if I could have a nap too

[@CajunRose]

@@TheClosetHistorian That's the best part of most of the balls. They are usually in one of the major Hotels. You get to wear your awesome gown, eat amazing foods, hear the best music and then take the elevator to the room. 😉💜💛💚

[@TheClosetHistorian]

@@CajunRose Ah yes that does sound quite good indeed!

[@queenofheartslandofjoy8068]

Great finds. The evening dresses are beautiful. I see your favorite color pop yellow eye liner. Looks good. Love your earrings.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@queenofheartslandofjoy8068]

@@TheClosetHistorian I also noticed you have some new/different shoes. They are all good choices for your era.

[@kihntagious]

No, you should not have left it behind. That's why God makes sewing machines.

[@mleolahi80]

Cannot have to many thrifting hauls! 👌🏽

[@Jules0001]

I think an on-line shop to sell your thrifted items is a brilliant idea - I would definitely buy from you as you have such exquisite taste xx

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@58Kym]

Love that white shirt with the pants....not so much with the red skirt. Love the blue silk skirt, that’s a very very pretty color!

[@melanielester2106]

Brilliant as usual! It doesn't seem to matter what you buy you always manage to make it look vintage, you are just brilliant at pulling stuff together and giving that vintage look - even though they might be modern. X

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Melanie!

[@greyjustice915]

Loved everything you got, but I really loved how you styles the blue beaded dress! So very glamorous! Also, I like the idea of the Etsy shop 🙂

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@janaetwilight]

Opening an online shop is an awesome idea. I'd definitely check it out. The thrift shops where I live really aren't worth the time and effort. All I ask is to included some larger sizes. That beaded gown is fabulous and that blouse is the perfect green. Again, I'm so jealous of your finds.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Janae! I would certainly want to find things in as wide a variety of size as I could, it would be quite important to me to do so

[@Chantilly871]

Online shop? Heck yeah, love the stuff you find. That beaded evening dress is gorgeous ❤ You cracked me up with 'thank you for giving me the excuse to buy a beaded evening dress for no frickin reason 😂

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! I almost found a black beaded dress very similar this week but it was just a bit too small on me! The hunt continues ;)

[@spacebaberae5384]

For mom jeans try making them! It’s a ton easier then you’d think, I made a pair last year and I get compliments every time I wear them. Just be on the look out for patterns from the eighties as modern ones don’t have the same look

[@TheClosetHistorian]

This would be a fun challenge for sure! I don't have much experience making trousers or working with denim!

[@shirleydrake1602]

I love the print shorts with the peasant top. Very 1940’s Pearl Harbor type look.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@amandalapanda394]

That sequin blue dress is divine!! Love it. I think you could style the colourful scarf with the “date dress” too! For those 80’s art teacher vibes. Maybe your cute black t-bar heels with the khaki shorts? Great vid once again x

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Amanda! I quite like the idea of the heels with the shorts :)

[@davidhutchison3343]

I so want to come thrift shopping with you. I can't believe the quality and style of the items you managed to find, and at such great prices.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@karenquiring1534]

David Hutchison /.. nn, N,n.

[@ZelB06]

That blue dress is incredible 😍😍 I so wish I could find something like that when out thrifting!!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Hazel!

[@Lauren_P_]

In the early 00s I was very successful in over dying jeans. I got about 5 pairs super inexpensively and over dyed them with different rit dyes in the washing machine. They all came out different color tinted. If you still want a dark denim jean, I’d recommend trying dying it with navy rit dye. ETA- you are gorgeous and really interesting, anyone would be lucky to date you. Definitely try it, if you want. I keep editing- my prom (1994) dress was that color. It definitely looks like a lot of dresses I remember from high school. I tried on that dress in red at a boutique in New Orleans, late 1993 or spring 1994, I think. It was out of my price range and my dad freaked out. 😂

[@straycat4427]

The floral shorts are right on for the 40's play suit look! And yeah, I don't spend any real money on shorts. The thrifts are full of them for cheap. My most flattering jeans are high waisted, butt hugging Levi jeans found at a thrift shop. Those low slung things just don't hold in my muffin top...ha. My best recent find was a vintage "made in Hawaii" tropical print mu-mu. I LOVE how you styled the green silk shirt!!!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! Gotta love some Hawaiian prints! I love them :)

[@donahazelwood9263]

I would love for you to have an online store. Great haul video! What a steal to find those gloves!❤

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Dona!

[@AliciaSmith1983]

I love the blue evening gown. All I thought when you wear it was DAMN GIRL!!!!!! You look great dear.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Alicia!

[@ThatBrunetteYouTube]

Lounge goth! I will also try colors and styles that are a bit different if it is less than $5.

[@jennywhiskey9327]

The flowy shorts are called Tap Shorts! They so remind me of Ginger Rogers rehearing her next big number. The easy of a short with the movement of a skirt. Best of both worlds. I just bought a pair from a reproduction brand and I’m obsessed with them. What a great find!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Jenny! I picked up another pair in a light brown polka dot last month too :)

[@NicoleCino]

That blue dress is amazing. You need to wear it at a fancy event at a museum or something. And you get those dates, girl!!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Nicole! ;)

[@pamelaatkinsonscats2873]

What a fantastic haul, you find such superb quality items. You shouldn't worry about whether things are flattering, you have a fabulous figure and everything looks great on you, especially the shorts. The online shop is a brilliant idea!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Pamela!

[@blondieb6946]

I see why you bought the silk skirt. It’s beautiful! And I also love the saddle shoes with the mom jeans! Those gloves were just waiting for you to take them home. Great deal! Such great finds this month! My thrift store trips are commonly looking for work pants for my husband. He’s a chef and it is much more cost effective to get them for a few dollars a pair vs $20 or more when he sometimes comes home with bleach splatters. Also, I’m often looking for men’s khaki shorts in the summer months for my 18 yr old son and hubby. I have a very difficult time finding clothes for myself at the thrift store. I am 5ft tall and pants are so hard to find. Occasionally I will find a casual petite dress. I wish I could hem pants on my own. I am quite lacking when it comes to sewing. I get very frustrated with myself.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! I suppose with thrifting one could easily pay so little for nice trousers that having them hemmed at a tailor would cost more than the pants did, which I can imagine is annoying!

[@blondieb6946]

TheClosetHistorian Yes, alterations are expensive. Even just a basic hem is usually the cost of or even exceeds the cost of a thrifted piece of clothing. What comes along with being 5 ft tall I guess...

[@mmw55122]

OMG Girl, what a fantastic haul and everything looks fantastic on YOU!! That silk skirt is everything--so glad you got it!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@booklvr13]

Love your channel. I would definitely be interested in purchasing the thrifted items you find because I live in a small town and the variety of items here are very limited. I sew and like making my clothes so I'm really interested in the accessories. You find such amazing things to complete an outfit. Thanks for making these fun videos.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Patti!

[@chaeburger]

I would totally shop your online closet!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Chae!

[@retrobebop61]

Oh Jeez woman! That blue evening dress.....gorgeous! Grammys? Noway! I’ll meet you at The Stork Club! Dinner and dancing to the sounds of Artie Shaw! Also, Carmen Miranda is performing with the Desi Arnaz Orchestra! We are supposed to meet William Powell there! He said he’s picking up the tab!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Ah yes that does sound like a much better time! ;)

[@brendabijak7171]

You look best in black! I know, I know, but you really do! Love your hauls!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Brenda! I love black clothes best, so it works out I suppose :)

[@22mendonca]

Great finds doll & amazing price points too! Knockout dresses which would certainly be a winner on a date night for sure! :-)) A shop for thrifted items would be ace chica! Xx

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Jo!

[@sewingforyourlife]

YES!!! Now i´m dying for a Slytherin Look-Book...haha. It is stunning how you find all those amazing silk blouses and skirts, it seems i´m only able to find polyester-stuff.

[@strangeamanda7470]

Yes! Slytherin look book! Bring it on

[@teresapaliwoda]

Oh I think a store like that would be great! Especially since you find such cool things at your local thrift!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Teresa!

[@anastasiarose9003]

You look gorgeous in those black dresses and stunning and hot in the blue sequined one. I love that you show off your figure. We women all need to feel confident, and you inspire us. Thank you!!!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Anastasia!

[@daisyd90]

Definitely open the online shop.

[@BloodlightRadio]

Love every single piece!! If I was local I'd ask you out on an Ace date to dress up and talk fiction writing ;D

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Tiffany! That sounds like a lovely time indeed :)

[@kristinsewell1441]

I love your channel! So great! I think the reason those cute tropical shorts might have ended up at the thrift store is because of seams... the placement of the stamen of one of the flowers is just close enough to the crotch to make it awkward. Eeps.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Kristin! I'll admit I had the same thought once I got them home, but I'm not sure the fix! Though perhaps if worst comes to worst trying to style them, I could always take them apart and make a pattern from them perhaps?