Fashion + Trends I Regret Buying | exposing my thrift fails 

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you just need ruffled socks instead of sporty socks with the shoes! maybe in an accent colour to match your fit instead of white

That red skirt is so good on you and I think the plaid is subtle enough that it's not giving like punk hot topic fabric vibes lol. I'm sad you don't love it. Hope you find the perfect one soon!

I can't tell you how many times I've bought clothes (new & thrifted) that just *sliiiiiiightly* didn't fit the way I wanted, and then going "Well, it fits good enough, I can fix it later" LIKE GIRL NO!!! I never remember and then I don't wear the thing! 🙈

I know gen z likes their plain white crew socks, but when i was an artsy younger person (in the 90s/00s), i loved wearing mary janes and loafers with funky patterned (or colorful) socks - especially sheer patterned ones, and I could see myself pairing the red shoes with some. I applaud how intentional you are with your wardrobe choices, though, this isn't a lot of regrets in the grand scheme of things! 🙌

Some ideas for the boots: call around to local cobblers to get an estimate for heel cap replacements, the shape might be more common than you think! Also for the inner lining part, you can purchase leather filler/leather repair kits fairly cheap! Another option would be to maybe apply some sort of fabric on top?

you could convert the gingham cardi into a sweater vest

Okay, there are so many ways to fix the socks+ flat shoes thing: 1. Transparent socks exist. And these mesh socks sometimes come with a cut that will be completely covered by the shoe 2. Tights 3. Knee socks, maybe the longer format will look better But also, i think white socks with rooshes look amazing with these kind of flats!

I think it’s so cool and vulnerable to share this!! I am hiding shameful thrift finds in my closet and no one even knows I own them! I also paid 62 bucks to clean and repair thrifted boots (which were 8 bucks) and only wore them 3 times 😂 so my advice is to only pay cobbler fees to shoes you really want to wear a lot❤

Maybe you could put the pink bag on display in your home as decoration (like in a shelf or wall hanger)

Invisible socks! They exist for a reason, those silver flats are so gorgeous on you and match very well with your clothes I think

For the shoes with socks problem- maybe you could try getting some invisible socks? Like the super short ones that aren't visible once you put your shoes on

“Burdened by moral obligation because I bought it” = EXACTLY my problem and why I keep things that I don’t like 😖 This video is so cathartic and helps me see that I too can have “failures” but not let it weigh me downnnnnn

you could turn the ill-fitting cardigan into a vest!

Regarding the boots, just get the heels fixed. The peeling leather can be gently scuffed off with a little bit of sandpaper...play with the grits until you find the right one for the job (maybe 100 grit or rougher?). Good luck. You're really not doing that bad...you should see my cavalcade of mistake purchases! LOL!

Re: the boots, heel caps are a really inexpensive thing: I had two pairs done at once for $15. It definitely won't be $80 The peeling I have had happen too, and for the interim, because that also bothered me so bad, I purposely scraped and peeled it all off. And then it kinda didn't bother me anymore?

I think the opera bag is beautiful, if you did want to save I feel like replacing the chain should be easy enough to do. But if you aren’t sure about the bag it’s probably not worth it.

Maybe you just put a cool crossbody strap to your cute pink bag? Could be a cool and practical look. Loved the video anyway ❤

On the shoe conindrum... Go to Iceland and you'll wear them with thick stockings all year round... 😅

I love to see the reality of buying clothes, it's a part that's rarely talked about so thanks for sharing and making me feel less guilty about some purchases

I think that the flats might look cooler with some ankle height frilly top socks, I have some and that’s the only way I like to wear them :) Also with the tight fitting mesh tops, my housemate swears by an antibacterial washing liquid to get rid of the smell which you could try if you really love the top Have you considered dying the red skirt? Because if it was dark red??? Slay.

I would wear some low cut /no-show socks with the red and silver shoes. Love you and your style 🥰

That's really funny, your red Mary Jane's convinced me to buy red sandals and I wear them all the time! That said, mine are very comfortable

For the silver shoes: Maybe try supporting inlays with a surface suitable for barefooted use? In Germany, you can buy ones at the drugstore that can easily be cut to size. It would not work for the red Mary Janes, but since the silver ones have extra room, it may make them usable.

The pink bag would be so cute as a flower pot holder! Like a basket -- and then you can look at it more often without having to wear it. (Those self watering planters would preserve the bag too) Also recommend getting cotton bottom / mesh top socks for the shoes that are slightly too big!

Ok so it might not make sense to others but when people show how they made various mistakes I trust their other experiences more! Thanks for sharing! I’ve definitely been there with thrift hauls!!

an idea to reduce risk of flashing in the boxy white top, put a bit of wider lace to at the bottom to add length and another cute detail?

The red and silver shoes could be interesting to try with tights!! That way you don’t have the awkwardness of the socks ending

I don't worry too much about making thrifted purchases that I regret after the fact. One cannot always tell how something feels to wear over a longer period of time than a try on. Sometimes I don't recognize right away that the item is doing me no favors. I do carefully think about what I am about to purchase, but even if I were buying new clothing, they don't always work out to be something that I love over time. Thrifting them saves money and gives something a chance at not ending up in the landfill tomorrow.

If the shoes are slightly too big - Amazon has heel and toe pads that fill the too big area - they work!

For the silver and red shoes, you could wear them with no show flat socks....they only cover part of your toes and the back part of your heel, the sides are unnoticeable and this could fix your sock problem!

You can use a piece of wide tape to take off the chipping faux leather. I had to do that to some of my old heels. It doesn’t take too long. Although afterwards I wouldn’t wear them barefoot again. You can try wearing capri leggings under the red boots so they don’t stick to skin

The shoes and socks issue: Look into getting socks that are "made to be seen", socks that are low enough that you don't see them with the shoe on, or you could wear them with comfortable pantyhose or pantyhose type stockings with a pattern in them. I have this issue with socks and shoes too. Although due to injuries; I have the added medical need for compression stockings. But that's a whole other ball game!

When I find shoes that don't go with socks, I wear very short nylon socks that don't show on the outside, maybe those could work for you!

I repair vintage shoes for my Depop shop, and I can assure you that fixing that edge is not hard at all. I often encounter some vintage boots from the 90s and 00s with this issue. You will need sanding paper, heavy leather filler, and leather paint. Here’s what you can do: 1. Sand the faux leather layer off completely 2. Apply a layer or two of heavy leather filler, which you can buy online in small pack, so you don’t have to pay too much. Let it dry completely 3. Sand the new dried layer a little with a softer sanding paper for smooth texture 4. Paint over the edge. Make sure to choose self-sealing paint which means that the paint doesn’t need to be treated with leather finish afterwards as leather finish is already added to the paint. It secures the paint on the filler. The remaining product from the filler and the paint you can use for so many other shoes and bags, as you can repair scratches and tears with it. It’s generally good to have those products at home. Keep in mind that this advice is good only if a small area away from your feet is made of faux leather. If the whole lining is like that it won’t work. Also the result will not look like new leather, but it won’t flake and will look neat. Reading the reheeling of the shoes, I really doubt it would cost $80. The shape of the heel shouldn’t matter much, as the cobbler just can cut the new tip around the shape of the heel. I have dealt with cobblers for many years because of my vintage shop and it never was an issue. However asked the potential cobbler to show you some of their works, so you could see for yourself if they do their work properly (no weird gaps or wrong angled tips). And if a cobbler doesn’t reside in a city center or some fashionable area, the prices are usually lower. Last thing please don’t get rid of that pink bag, it looks gorgeous next to your hair 🔥

The red skirt is gorgeous on you, understand your reasons for regretting buying it tho

Here's an idea to potentially transform the white too boxy tank top? It would involve taking the ribbons off temporarily, but might be worth it! But basically taking the ribbions off, and then taking out some fabric in the front centre, kinda like a dart but not triangle just a rectangle? that way the tank top would be less boxy cuz it's a bit skinnier, and the armholes would sit flatter against your torso and not poke in your armpits! and you can but the ribbons back on at the end :) it might make the neckhole not as round, but perhaps the bow would also hide that? might be a thought

“I regret becoming burdened with X item” is really something I think about a lot (it’s such a thoughtful, potentially nuanced process to get rid of stuff and it’s easy to put it off when you don’t know exactly how to go about it

For the shoe/sock problem, what about tights?

"I become burdened by moral obligation towards that object and the need to get use out of it" This mindset is exactly why I follow you! There's a difference between consuming items and owning items and I am so here for thinking about clothes ownership as a responsibility

Frilly socks would be a game changer! Change the chain on the opera bag! It’s beautiful❤

Try blue socks with the red and silver shoes. Dorothy wore blue socks with the ruby slippers, and she looked great!

Have you tried those lil “invisible” socks made for flats? They basically go around your heel and toes but leave the top exposed. I know they don’t always stay where they should on your foot and that can be annoying but maybe some brand has improved the design by now? Maybe worth a try.

The grey cardigan would be cute as a vest

I think adding a strap to the pink bag would be super simple!

Maybe adding some white lace fabric to the bottom of the white tank would make it more wearable?

Take the pink bag to a cobbler/shoe repair place and have them add a strap to make it cross body! Also the orange boots would probably be like $30 to fix (in my experience with cobblers)

I actually LIKE seeing the imperfections and mistakes of forget people’s experience! Learning what not to do and feeling less alone when I do mess up is so helpful! Thanks for sharing

The opera bag is so pretty! You could change the strap pretty easily if you chose to keep it:)

for the boots - maybe repair and sell them? that way you won't burden the next person with those chores but you won't waste your money on repairs for boots you won't really wear either! you could donate proceeds if you feel weird about selling them. they are such gorgeous boots, I feel like someone will fall in love with them!

When I was younger, a lot of my purchase regrets were about chest size lol. E.g. Many mainstream clothing stores make certain smaller/strappier tops that are exclusively for A-B cups, so no matter how much you upsize, they'll never fit (Zara is particularly bad with this). Now I can spot these pieces from a mile away, but it's kinda funny thinking back on what I used to try to squeeze into 😆

Love the editing in this video! The freeze frame comic style description cards are so fun!

personally, i think getting rid of items you never gravitate towards helps free up space in your wardrobe to find that dream piece that will fit your desired style function!! since fashion is all about expressing ourselves we deserve to have pieces that we love, not just ones we settled for (via fast fashion or impulse buys) ❤

You can buy individual soles in a shoe store and put them in the silver shoes to make them fit without socks:)

Ooo I would love a video on how to avoid/minimize thrifting regrets!

Loved the stylized editing of this video!

I would wear black socks with the silver shoes, preferably with ruffles!

I feel like I can see the red mary janes working with frilly/ruffled socks

I relate so much to the feeling of responsibility for items you've purchased that you later realize aren't right for you 🥲 For the silver flats you could try no-show socks? Also I think the red Mary Janes would look better with fun patterned mesh socks or even white ruffled socks. I think with the plain white socks it does make them lean into the orthopedic vibe you mentioned

I'd love to see you thrift-flip the gingham cardi into a sweater vest! it has the perfect grandpa chic look already. regarding the silver shoes, they are closed-toe so they would work with sock liners. also, I'd throw in a nice soft and absorbing insole. helps with the size and sweat problem :D the opera bag strap I'd replace with a velvety cord. I personally love the red plaid skirt so much but girl, whatever you don't like enough to make it work for you - pass it on and be happy

I've substituted hell caps and it was pretty affordable, but I am not in the US, so it might be different. However, I ended up not wearing the boots with the replaced caps that many times anyway 😅

For the white tank, I would sew multiple darts on the waist line to reduce the boxiness, and then I would add some lace to create a ruffle effect and some length

i feel like for the "it feels gross to wear without socks/looks goofy with socks" part, you could try those liner socks with the grip on the back 🦦 ! you can hardly see them if you get the nude tone

For the red boots! You could buy iron on fabric for the lining. It’s sold in different stores, like craft stores or other places that sells tools and craft supplies or fabric (lindex also sells it now). It’s pretty cheap, and you just cut out a strip, iron it on and bam, you’re done. Some even have just glue so you don’t need an iron. You can even get fabrics that are smooth like leather. I like to use those for repairing holes in the heel of my shoes. Also, I think the irregular shape of the heel is not necessarily a problem, since they have to cut and sand down the heel caps anyway. Don’t know if this helps, but thought to mention it. Best of luck!❤

I really like the silver shoes with socks, kinda unexpectedly fashionable❤

the red mary janes are really cute, they look good with or without socks (also other types of socks and tights) they are not the typical preppy, delicate, classic mary janes, they fit more into the athleisure vibes that are trendy now, but problably it wont be in a few years the red plaid midi skirt is awesome, the plaid is so simple is basically a classic. The fit is extremely tendy right now (with the large band that cuts the hips) and fits you really nicely, for me thats nothing wrong with it the orange boots are amazing on you (when you showed first I gave nothing for it, but when you wore it: wow!) BUT if you don't see yourself wearing problably doesn't make sense to repair it though about the bags: if you really like the design is really easy to alter/add a different strap. the boxy white top is so easy to alter if you can sew, you can easily open more the armholes, if you want it less boxy you can take the side seams (then when you lift ur arms it wont raise beacause will be fitted) but if you want it loose you can add some ruffled (or pleated) white fabric on the hem (it can be short so it keeps the cropped shape, or long to turn into that kind loose peplum tops that's really trendy lately)

it's admirable that you had super thoughful explanations for all the items!

love you liz!!

Ohhh my god the stinky synthetic problem 😩 I have a Beautiful long sleeve top from Kina and Tam that I can’t wear because within a minute it smells like a bag of dirty socks, even if myself and the shirt are perfectly clean beforehand! What is with that??? So sad

My cheap fix idea for the orange boots would be to cover the flaky bits with a duct tape. You could even find a black duct tape that would match the inside better. And I'd call or pop by a cobbler to see how much it would cost to fix the heel cap. I've been surprised in the past at how affordable some fixes have been. Still may be beyond your budget for something you hardly wear, but knowing the actual price will take away the guessing!

i love the editing in this

The pink bag and silver flats are sooo cute

Just rub off all the bad lining at the top. Easy!! Once it is gone, nothing to flake. Rub with a damp cloth. Those a adorable boots!!

Loveee how this was edited!!!

For the red skirt, I would thrift other plaid patterned items I like and add patchwork and add a final tier to make it maxi. 🤗

love your jewelry!

For the flats/loafers, try some no-show socks. I do like the silver ones; I think you've worn them in some really cute ways, but tbh I agree about the red ones.

For the smelly mesh problem I would bet that the fabric is actually clogged with detergent. I use borax in my laundry to unclog my clothes and I actually use it every time because I prefer how it makes my clothes feel after washing! Most detergents now have things in them to make clothes feel smooth but it gets a sort of build up after a while that traps bacteria and smells. Some smells don’t come out with borax and those are the clothes I end up getting rid of usually but it’s less of a BO smell and more of an oily smell that just happens when people wear clothes a lot like pajamas for example (sorry if that’s gross lol, mostly referring to thrifted clothes I have tried to revive). The other thing is I HAVE to wear a conventional antiperspirant deodorant with synthetics. No messing around with natural/aluminum free deodorant.

you can paint brown on your bag, I think it's a heavy combination at all (pink+this brown) also you can try to wear your red skirt with boots another colour (not black, but maybe caramel brown, mustard, light blue or red, or yellow - colourful shoes are so much fun)

for the red boots , if cobblers dont have a shape to match the size of the heel they can cut it out of a sheet of material, they also might be able to repair the lining you can go to or call around for quote, its not super expensive, at least in my area to get the heel fixed, i think the most i ever paid was 20 bucks for 2-3 pairs. plus its a good way to support local tradespeople/business

if you spray witch hazel into the armpits of polyester tops it really helps de-stink them without staining the fabric

Felt this with the bags and shoes!

for the cardigan, if you really dont like the sleeves, you coukd cut them off and make it into a sweater vest!!

gurl you are sooooo pretty.....dammm

At least for the loafers, there are specific loafer socks, you could try, if you feel like giving them another chance.

Thanks for sharing! You have wonderful insights, and I think you’re so pretty!!! For the pink leather bag: if you really want to keep it, try exploring options to add your own crossbody strap to it?

That's so real about thrift flips 😂mine never work either, unless it's something super easy like shortening a hem

ok ok for the shoes i think you need a slightly taller chunkier/statement sock! like something with a scalloped edge or lace trim etc. and for the pink bag you should add some sort of shoulder/cross body bag so it fits your needs better!!

Maybe you can make the cardigan serve the same purpose as a long sleeve! Where it with a v-neck cami underneath and buttoned up or wear it buttoned but with the buttons in the back with the back as the front to change the neck line up

The flats (both pairs) would be cute with tights I think. The red pair would look cute with frilly socks

I think the red mary-janes are cute! They would look adorable with low ruffle socks. I'm also a huge fan of that red skirt, and don't think it looks punk at all. But in the end, it's how you feel and how it fits within your wardrobe. But it does look great!!

Frilly or sheer socks with the flats? especially with the marry janes. I think the opacity and sportiness of the socks are whats throwing it off. The idea of the socks is really cute!

I don’t know where you live, but in LA where I am you can buy scraps of leather in the fabric district. Find something very thin, smooth and supple. So it is comfortable against you upper leg, and doesn’t make the top of the boots too tight! You can use a glue that works on leather with a thin coat on each facing side. (You can find this at the dollar tree, or even rubber cement might do…) If you’re lucky on your leather and glue hunt, it should only take a bit of hunting down and few dollars!! Take the boots to the cobbler for the heels. Good Luck!!!

alternative to no-show socks, i would opt for cute frilly (or bow?) socks or with some coloured prints that match colour with the rest of your outfit. I don't like feel of no-shows enough to bother finding a pair that stays put better and my feet get cold easily so they're just not for me 😅

I’m of the firm viewpoint that bags are sculpture, and sometimes worth having just because they’re beautiful: especially thrifted bags.

I'm sorry, your honor the orange boots are slaying

The red Mary Janes with the socks remind me of cycling shoes. ❤😂

I don't love red and black either, but some alternative combinations you could try are charcoal, blush pink, or khaki green.

Orange boots are worth a cobbler for the heel, and you could line the inside of the upper boot with fuesable interfacing and satin ribbon :)

cuter socks for the silver flats!! colourful! frilled! sheer! patterned! ribbed! etc!