WINTER THRIFT WITH ME! (trying to become as cozy as humanly possible)

[@rachael5025]

ur a warrior for thrifting on ur period. i refuse to leave my house for 3 days.

[@lovejessicablair]

it wasn’t too bad… besides my body trying to get me to fall asleep while driving 😭

[@calodar7639]

@@lovejessicablair i thought i was just chronically sleepy until i told my doctors abt falling asleep while driving (they looked at me in horror)... long story short i found out i have mild sleep apnea lol, stay safe!

[@thenowhereman3295]

I love the fun 90s aesthetic and computer clicks you add in the video. It's nostalgic AND includes thrifting??!! Yes, Pleasseee.

[@lovejessicablair]

hehe thank you!!!

[@maddie00006]

the orange sweater with your hair >>>>>>>> literally PERFECT!!!

[@Emily_onFashion]

The part when you started showing off your cool winter items that you rediscovered was soooo good!!! And I love the brooches on the plain coat idea! And the grey sweater is so so so cute! It will be awesome with scarves, statement necklaces, cute crewneck tees, and all kinds of things!!! 🩵🩵🩵

[@rittj.1303]

I appreciate you showing when things don't work out in thrift stores as well as things that fit. Extremely relatable as a plus-sized thrifter. I also like the "rediscovered" section! What a fun idea for a haul video! It encourages me to shop my closet more. For fabric dying, the only advice I have is follow the bottle instructions and that pre-wetting the fabric is a very important step for even dye adhesion. I love the idea of decorative pinning your coat! If you're afraid of losing them, you could try adding some anchoring stitches to the broach to hold it in place! Going through the loops of the pin would be an extra security measure if it comes undone. Great video!

[@lisa_wistfulone7957]

Great idea about anchoring decorative pins with stitches! I have several gorgeous old pins that were my mom’s, and it would break my heart to lose them. I tend to use the same ones on coats and jackets, so a few whipstitches make sense.

[@lovejessicablair]

thank you so much for the advice! i'll definitely research a bit more about the fabric dye + will probably most definitely add some stitches. that's such a good idea!

[@al-pal-17]

I LOOVE that you included the failed attempts in this video! I swear 2/3 times I go thrifting it’s an absolute bust & then I see influencers post videos where they go to one store and come out with an insane haul and it’s so discouraging!! Always appreciate your transparency and love your content!! 💕 Edit: OMG THAT BLACK DRESS ON YOU YESS 🔥🔥🔥

[@ellencarpenter]

For dying the crocheted hood-if you know what kind of yarn it's made of it will help when you buy the dye! RIT makes specific dyes for natural fibers like cotton/wool and also makes specific dyes for synthetic fibers like acrylic/nylon/rayon etc. But basically, if you try to dye the hood with a dye for natural fibers and it doesn't "stick" it's probably a synthetic fiber.

[@STRANGExFACINATIONS]

Yes! I’ll add that synthetic fibers (like acrylic) can be more sensitive to heat. Meaning, it is more likely to melt under high heat than natural fibers (cotton, linen)

[@neanight222]

Your videos are my comfort content right now. They always have such a cozy vibe to them, plus I love your chats, your aesthetic and you're inspiring me to go thrifting more and buy less new stuff. 🖤 Also I really, REALLY need to declutter my closet again, because I have way too much clothing I don't actually wear. I love putting on your decluttering videos in the background and doing it together, same with the cleaning / organizing videos. 😁 Hope the seasonal depression doesn't hit too hard and I definitely feel your period pain with you. 🥺❤️

[@lovejessicablair]

aw thank you so much, my love!! so glad i could inspire someone to shop secondhand more :") good luck decluttering your closet!

[@Aminah216]

that purple top and orange sweater were awesome and looked so good on you!

[@kari.ethereal]

FINALLYYY, THE QUEEN HAS FED US. 🛐🛐🛐

[@korkinalina]

Finding new ways to wear your stuff is a great message You can sew your broach to the coat, it will be more secure

[@angelmonjaraz8003]

“A girl can dream, they haven’t taken that away from us yet” liked the video immediately

[@jmecular56467]

Literally went thrifting today and it was a fail so I'm happy to live vicariously through you!! And I'm glad you show/talk about the fact that it doesn't always work out at the thrift store and sometimes you leave with nothing lol 😊 love your editing style and personality!!

[@lovejessicablair]

aw thank you my love :”) 💗

[@TheSeaSwells]

Disabled people everywhere (including myself) are thanking you for wearing a mask while shopping indoors ❤️ that is true solidarity!

[@roeszx]

I've bee looking at your TikTok's and I just fell in love with your style and attitude. I've been really insecure about my style all my life and you give me confidence especially in your styling clothing that your scared of series! tysm and love your vids

[@Turtsburglar]

I was hoping you’d post soon! I missed your videos!! I always wish we were irl friends but enjoy going thrifting with you through a video! Stay safe in this wild ass world rn.

[@Turtsburglar]

ALSO! About dyeing the hood, check the fabric content! If you aren’t sure, make sure you grab dye for both natural fabric and for synthetic! A lot of yarns have some acrylic content to them so it’s not always guaranteed that the natural fabric dye will be efficient. I like rit dyes but in the liquid- the powder is spotty. If you have any questions or need help, let me know! I’ve loved dyeing fabrics and clothing for a very long time!

[@lovejessicablair]

thank you so much!! i'll research a bit + let you all know how it turned out!

[@Turtsburglar]

@@lovejessicablair if you have a stainless steel sink, that’s the method I use to dye! I just add dish soap, salt, and very hot water. I don’t love the washing machine method bc it can come out spotty… and if you do the pot method, I recommend a stainless steel stock pot that you do not use for food. The best part of dyeing is that it kind of opens the possibility for things that you thrift. The only problem color is black! Dependent on the fabric, it takes a lot of work to get a true black so I would avoid unless you want a big project lol ANYWAY! Keep in mind when you’re dyeing that a lot of items will have synthetic thread used in the stitching even if the fabric is something like cotton…. So the stitching may not dye. You’ll be able to feel that out as you dive in. GOOD LUCK! :D

[@user-mp2js4zk3f]

The black dress looks like it we made to fit you, it looks refined cool and sleek 🙌

[@created.by_cc]

That sun catcher!! What a steal! I would’ve snagged that up soo quick too but I’m so glad you got it and love it 🌻💕

[@justignoreme9975]

the pumpkin sweater is to die forr omg it also fits you so well💕

[@AK-xh9ku]

A hack to make sure pins don’t fall of is to put a safety pin through the hole part of the pin. It works with buttons I’m not sure about cameo pins. Also locking pin backs work pretty well with enamel pins.

[@sakura9959]

I love your necklace is so fun

[@lovejessicablair]

ty!!! it's from tunnel vision and it's my current fav

[@sakura9959]

@@lovejessicablair girrrrl i love ur videos, and thank u! I just assumed it was thrifted but imma go and check it out now 👀

[@chesshaterrr]

i put little rubber earrigng backs on my most loved pins, haven't lost one yet since I started doing this!

[@kellywashkewicz6880]

girl, a), why are you such a baddie and B) thank you for being so real i love the effort and realness in your videos its like having a lil online bff!!! also your editing is on pointtttt

[@lovejessicablair]

aww hehe thank u so much my love!!! you're so kind

[@AGIJSM]

Omg that black dress is PERFECT

[@brionykemp1833]

The pink jumper looked so good on you in my opinion!

[@salmonparfait]

I really like that gray sweater you got. It looks so pretty on you!

[@NightQueen01]

I would love to see a video where you shop your own wardrobe and rediscover older pieces that you maybe forgot about or haven't worn in a while. Then make outfits with and wear out. Rachel Maksy on youtube dyes a wool vest a darker colour in this video A Closet PURGE *and also some mending* that might help you with the green hood if you still want to dye it.

[@gabriellereed5317]

I wanted so badly to thrift a good long wool coat but I just ended up buying one new because it is SO COLD outside and it was a need. I think that maybe they aren't thrifted as often because they tend to be passed down instea? It also does not help that I am so specific in what I want. I have a VISION!!!!! I was searching poshmark for months too (which does have a lot of great options, it's just that a lot of them are $$$ so you have to be really certain you will love it, imo, plus it's so hard picking the right size for coats, online especially)

[@lovejessicablair]

okay but REAL! i'm mostly focused on personalizing the coat i do have and make it feel more ~me~ but i'd be lying if i said i wasn't eyeing some coats on ebay...

[@rosem6861]

Love your channel!! Great hair, great energy 💜🧡

[@Jerry_attrick]

Finding a winter coat at the thrift store that is more than 60% wool, structured, long enough, cute, not damaged, in your size, AND less than $40??? Truly impossible istg

[@lovejessicablair]

lmfao definitely a reach but it's just so gross to me that winter coats at thrift stores are always $40+! i'd rather just find something on ebay from the comfort of my home at that point 😭

[@melissabunn7453]

Love your vids...everything looks great on you😊

[@Dang-ole]

Love that u wear a mask. Ty!

[@lovejessicablair]

💗💗💗

[@saraoz2629]

THE LIGHT BLUE FUZZY SWEATER WAS SO GOOD THOUGH

[@MicksMixedMedia]

Staring into the parking lot abyss is so relatable lol hope your car is happier now!

[@victoriab7148]

I'm in love with the purple flare sleeve top 😍😍😍

[@jessapuff]

That stained glass piece is the biggest W ever omg

[@rosem6861]

The scarf collection!!!! 💕

[@oliviabrickner3516]

I loved your open dialogue, awesome video ❤

[@oliviabrickner3516]

BTW You are literally gorgeous.

[@lovejessicablair]

aw thank you so much my love!! :")

[@mcien5967]

Unique thrift in Bridgeport is my fave for chicago thrifting!! Just got a long wool/nylon blend coat there for $13 bc of a half-off deal so def would recommend

[@lovejessicablair]

will definitely keep that in mind + drag my partner there with me lol. thank you!

[@helen_shirin]

Omg I missed your videos so much! ❤

[@bob_malin]

Your hair is lovely! 💫

[@bigfigmattress]

Cozy is our specialty! 😍😍

[@lovejessicablair]

it really is! love sleeping in my big fig mattress every night 💕💞💗

[@cherdarklady]

Love Big Fig, such a great mattress company. also definitely get the most out of your warranty if the bed does start to sag! ❤️

[@lovejessicablair]

genuinely such an amazing mattress, my (thin) bf won't stop talking about how much he loves it lmao

[@haileyabecassis3713]

I use rit dye for everything and it’s never done me wrong! I would def try it. I do that to soo many pieces I find at the thrift store

[@chesshaterrr]

i loved the part where you rediscovered your winter items!

[@emmdog5]

uggghhhh so sorry about the car troubles ❤️ but love you being so real, showing the every day highs and low of being a young women ❤️❤️ also, I totally want you to recreate the Julia Roberts look ❤️

[@thegreatcatcuss]

Thanks to your videos for accompanying me through my packing process, moving out is less stressful when I can distract myself with pretty clothes

[@lovejessicablair]

good luck with moving!!! as someone who's done it like 15 times throughout my life, make sure to take some time for yourself to decompress! even if that's just taking a hot shower or going out for a meal

[@thegreatcatcuss]

@ Thank youuu! Especially for the advice

[@LydiannaBella]

Purple top is sooo cute ❤

[@abbiesmith8724]

Omg I had no idea those were called skull caps I’m a crocheter and I’ve been looking for a pattern that exact thing bc i wanna make one but I kept looking up like lace beanie or lace hat and finding nothingggg😭 ty girlie

[@rittj.1303]

Watching again, and I remembered I wanted to thank you for masking while thrifting! Makes me so happy to see a fellow masker! 💖😷💖

[@lovejessicablair]

💝💝💝

[@christinamann3640]

I’ve tried a lot of fabric dye. The main thing is what kind of fibre it’s made of. Natural fibres will take ALL of the dye IMMEDIATELY. A blended fibre content might give a ‘heather’ effect, with the original colour showing through. A polyester fibre will resist all but IDye Poly brand, which you need to find in an art supply store. With adding dark colours, the risk is going too far and getting a green shade of black. Then you need a box of colour remover to start over. Sigh. Dilute. Make sure to use a fixative afterwards.

[@depointedulac]

The sponsor video was so cute 😂 your cats definitely sold me the product at the end

[@lovejessicablair]

hehe thank you

[@staceysbluesclues]

i loveeee your phone case please where did u get it

[@lovejessicablair]

wildflower cases!

[@jessiejosca]

gaaahhh all your vids make me wanna visit the US to thrift, the stores are soOooo big and we need more like this in the UK!!!! (also an X-Files loverrrr)

[@ritalynb7070]

Isn't Winter fun?!! Its currently -32C where I live and I am curled up with my puppy on my lap and acozy blanket over us both....😊

[@NightQueen01]

Your sunflower tattoo is one of my favourite tattoos I've ever seen, so when you picked up the sunflower stained glass piece I knew that was coming home with you. Also I agree with the not covering up the pimple when you have hormonal acne. Putting concealer on them always makes it worse for me. I don't get people judging having pimple patches on either. Like would have a go at someone putting a band-aid on a cut on their finger? No, so why do people hate the acne patches, when they are basically band-aids for your face wounds.

[@carriebarker4493]

What part of Florida are you from? I'm from Tallahassee and we got snow yesterday (Jan 22nd)! I love your pieces that you got and had! 😉 ❤️

[@lovejessicablair]

miami!

[@gettingjamieback1888]

Thank you for something other them goodwill , my state only has one and it 1.5 hrs away lol

[@yer_grrl]

What brand is the little black dress by the way!!

[@lovejessicablair]

venezia!! one of my favorite brands to thrift

[@mergoo4567]

the unique on elston is good thrifting in the city! it is pricier than village discount but not as bad as salvation army

[@lovejessicablair]

i literally almost stopped by the unique on elston today but i can never find clothing i like there that isn’t like $20+ 😭 love perusing their home decor/dvds/video games though

[@stephaniemarinelli4900]

Village discount has a HUGE selection and is SO cheap!!

[@kristinab8326]

Clementine! 🧡

[@rubywednesdays]

Would you consider making a Chicago pros and cons, or just overall your experience so far? :) I’ve been looking at it as a potential option and would love to hear your thoughts! Esp any on public transport and safety compared to NY

[@lovejessicablair]

possibly!! i’ve only lived here for about 5 months so i feel like it’s too soon to make a conclusive pros/cons list, but i will say that i spent soooo much time in chicago over the past 8ish years before moving here and its truly my favorite! like there’s definite downsides (cost of living rising, public transit could be SO much better but still doable, it gets COLD here, etc) but i love this city so much

[@vickyrushton1783]

This thrift trip is trying to tell you to stay home with a hot water bottle and hot chocolate

[@lovejessicablair]

i'm unfortunately a very stubborn person but you're absolutely correct. this thrift trip told me 40 times to go the hell home

[@SR-ec9cs]

Rat hat & penguin ear muffs

[@amandadelaney5613]

i was literally thinking about how u look like clementine from eternal sunshine of the spotless mind and then u said it 🤯

[@JJ888-k2x]

Fun real life video.; especially car break downs.

[@deeextends]

Ahhh I can’t find the blouse from advanced apparel 😭

[@chaoticneutralmystic]

god i miss the midwest thrift, new england is just not giving 😭

[@lovejessicablair]

that's how i felt when i lived in jersey so i feel 😭

[@psychobratt]

Every time u go thrifting u leave behind sm good stuff lol

[@lovejessicablair]

i'm a thrifter of the people! if i don't love something, i leave it behind cause somebody else will

[@psychobratt]

@lovejessicablair honestly most of the stuff u try on in these thrift videos look so cute on you n every time ur like "I'm not gonna get it" I just scream at my tv screen in agony LOL

[@AGIJSM]

What is the brand of the LBD? So perf I love square neck

[@lovejessicablair]

venezia!

[@fabiwilliams4644]

I just recognised my necklace on you. I also have one in gold

[@AbbeeRambles]

I would also like to become as cozy as humanly possible. That's my dream.

[@hertyhert112]

OMG DAKOTA WARREN MENTION?! 24:50

[@lovejessicablair]

is that who's in the photo? i found it on pinterest so i'm not sure lol

[@vickirickman5828]

I'm over the high prices at thrift stores also

[@dottieland7061]

My car started misfiring the other day try explaining that to a Japanese mechanic. I have sad so I feel your pain!

[@destinyfrost8975]

Car troubles was my life until I became a AAA member lmao x.x I mean it still sucks but atleast the tows are free?😅

[@lovejessicablair]

luckily i have free tows through my car insurance but i'm just so done with car problems 😭 it always happens when you're already struggling too lol

[@WestCoastThrifter]

You look great in pink you should reconsider

[@BethersO]

As a girly whose cars are all from the 90s and early 2000s, I feel that! It’s like…you REALLY gonna act up NOW, on an already bad mental health day….REALLY!?😅

[@lovejessicablair]

as someone with a 15 year old car, it always happens when you're struggling!! i immediately called my mom and was like "why is this happening!!!!!"

[@emelieallred9425]

Everytime i find a jean or pant that fits i shrink it😭

[@vickirickman5828]

Trying on clothes during your period is a NO!!! I'm with you

[@siyobin]

Babe - send me inspo for the bonnet and skullcap, I can make exactly what you want and send it ❤❤

[@lovejessicablair]

you are such an angel and i love you for offering but i cannot let you do that!!! at least not without paying you

[@shellisannes464]

Oh nO car woes 😔

[@sumzgrandemartinezatthedisco11]

FIIIRST

[@ladybuglime]

I have the same exact Nike air rifts! 🥲 I may have gasped

[@lovejessicablair]

taste!