Keep that first sparkly dress. Sometimes it’s nice to feel glamorous. I’m almost 40 and I still love sparkle. Women at any age deserve to have a little fun with their style ✨
doing the opposite of a floofy dress cleanse this year - I'm 100% a fancy dress person and I have so many 'boring' plain clothes like jeans that I buy because I feel like I 'should' be that kind of person, but I never wear them! So I'm getting rid of those and investing a few more dresses so I don't wear the same three all the time
I so understand you. I hate wearing jeans, I'm a skirt and dress kind of girl yet for years I kept buying jeans in the hope I would get into them because you do kind of feel weird not to considering how common they are. But I never end up wearing them anyway. It's a waste of money and this year I've fully embraced my style and I'll just go all out, fuck boring jeans. Even if I get looks for wearing a skirt/dress at really casual places.
I'm not a very materialistic person (I'm a Bangladeshi whose wardrobe consists of clothes purchased off of street carts) but I love haul videos. They're cathartic for me in the sense that I share the video maker's excitement about shopping without having to buy a thing myself! I guess it depends on how you take your content. 😎🤘
T. Fairuz Same as me, i sew my own clothes but i enjoy hauls, because i never buy like that, i hate having things i never use so i think twice before buying anything, I almost never buy anything the first time i see it, i take a picture, then go home think about it, if i still want it then i go and get it. but understand how this is bad for people who impulse shop like that. I also feel sad when i see how many people covet that kind of lifestyle, because its not gonna make them as happy as they think it will. I mean whats the point of a dress you never even get to enjoy because you wore it only a few times then forgot about it
T. Fairuz that’s a bit sad no? Living vicariously through someone else’s stuff that you most likely will never emulate. I personally don’t see the point in that.
@kirch I won't say I live vicariously off of watching other people buy stuff. But it's like shopping for unnecessary stuff is all about the "feelz". I get those "feelz" by watching what those unnecessary things (like say Funko Pop Advent calendars) look and feel like for the person in the video. Idk, it might seem a bit sad, still, but if it means I'm saving money to buy my mom some good makeup it's a win for me! :D
I disagree with your assertion that wearing clothes with sparkles, especially in that more classic style is not "age appropriate," especially for someone turning JUST 30. It's not your style, I get it, but that doesn't mean it's not age appropriate. Plus, 30 is not old.
Agreed. I understand if something doesn’t suit your personal style or lifestyle anymore, but saying you’re “too old” for a style of dress or “too ruddy” for bright colors is troubling. These statements are reflections of oppressive expectations about how people “should” dress and behave. They make us feel bad about what makes us happy.
I understand in so far as I went through trying a 40-60s vintage/rockabilly phase and then a “kitten and dots” ModCloth phase ... well into my 30s ... and I “felt” “too old” in them, I felt “fraudulent” but it’s not specifically the clothes fault or my ages fault ... there are way older people rocking the look. It just wasn’t honest to my fashion sense or who I really am/how I really want to look, it was something I “thought” I “should” do/look/want. And I think that triggers the “too old for feeling.” You’re not actually too old, you’re just picking up something like a trend like young people do. I feel “too old” for anything that isn’t honest for me or forcing myself to do anything I used to do but grew out of, am past that “phase” whatever it is. No items are wrong for any age as much as they become wrong for individuals at phases in their lives when they realize they’re not a match for what they really want .
As a former second hand store manager I really need to stress this: SAVE YOUR DONATIONS UNTIL THE SPRING! January is an overwhelming time of year when we receive, frankly, too many donations because people want to clear out after Christmas. Not only is it highly stressful, it's also unsafe because HO don't want us to turn anything away so safety gets slightly compromised. PLEASE DON'T DONATE IN THE WEEKS AFTER CHRISTMAS.
This idea that you're too old to wear anything is what we need to leave behind. As long as nobody is walking around stark naked, you're good. It's never men who hear they're too old for certain things, always women. Wear what you want and be confident ladies, whatever your age. 18 or 100!!
So true! But we all evolve, throughout our lives, and sometimes find that what we might have worn a few years ago just doesn’t reflect who we are now. Sometimes that might even mean wearing something a little “edgier”, or “younger” than we had been wearing before. But if it feels like a costume to you, then it’s definitely best to let it go!
That is definitely not true. We men absolutely hear that we are too old for certain things. And it's usually followed by the phrase “Manchild". Thankfully I've managed to dodge that, but I have heard of people who have been called man children because of their attire. And we men often get ripped to shreds around attire
4:47 just wanting to point out, before going on with the video, I live in a latin country so sparkly dresses, bright colors and flowery prints can be seen in many places and are appropiate in many ocasions. we love our bold, bright and out of the ordinary colors and patterns 😊 age is just a number. love your videos, very informative ❤️
Chelsea, I loved your laughter! This was the most engaging video I've seen from you. I always enjoy your perspective, but this was just the best! BTW, I love anti-haul videos. I'm right there with you on getting rid of what no longer works for you.
Redhead with rosacea here. I was a bit baffled by some of the things you think you can't wear due to your coloring. Bright red lipstick and bright colors in general can be flattering with any skintone or hair color, it's just a mattering of finding what suits you and your style. I get that you are looking to transition to a more classic, conservative look... but I hope you don't limit your self-expression too much with all these misconceptions and arbitrary rules!
Oh Chelsea I don't think I ever seen you smile and laugh so much you are so cute 😇😋 And I have decided that I will definitely get rid of some stuff of mine invest more into the quality of my clothes and items from now on. The 2019 is going to be year of quality! Quality in everything - clothes, shoes, relationship, food and life in general! Merry Christmas and Happy New year guys! Xx🌲🎅💝
1. Foofy dresses 2. Items you didn't completely look at from all angles 3. Clothes that are ripped/unwearable 4. Throw pillow 5. Books you'll never read 6. Makeup 7. Jewelry
I'll be going into 2019 with zero credit card debt and my family is happy, healthy, and completely satisfied with the reasonable amount of money and effort I spent on their gifts. Oh, and we didn't film or photograph any of it because we were too busy enjoying the moment. Not to say a few snapshots isn't a bad thing. Happy New Year!
I think she just means for her. She’s clearly taking a more serious/professional direction in her life, which to her means ‘less sparkles’. I’m 33 and I did the same thing when I turned 30 (which I interpreted as the time to get serious), only to go right back to the sparkle love 1 year later. She’s just readjusting :)
I love how well you know yourself and your confidence to voice opinions. I'm 25 and I am relying so much on you and your wisdom. You rock, don't ever change.
Watching Chelsea talk about her stuff and criticising it made for such an entertaining video. Her talking about items that don't suit her or that she really won't get use out of is literally me when I do a declutter of my wardrobe. Lol "the 2017 sleeve, what's goin on here?" 😂
Oh Chelsea, how much I miss seeing your face. Erin and Tasha have nice bits of content, especially Tasha whose independent channel I love on its own, but I really do miss seeing you in particular on this platform. Read your book cover to cover from my local library and love your blog too.
You REALLY threw me with the “age appropriate” comment. Style has no age hunny, sparkles aren’t YOUR particular style and that’s completely fine, but over 30 can wear anything just ask Betsey Johnson and Baddie Winkle!
No one but betsey Johnson can get away with the nonsense betsey Johnson wears. Woman is practically from another planet, our rules do not apply to her.
I hate this dress age appropriate crap, the older you get the more you should realise that you can wear whatever you like to and that there is not such a thing as age appropriate dress code. Of course there are jobs that require a certain business style or events with a certain dress code but in your leisure time please wear what you want. Life is too short to worry about pleasing others.
Poppy Polyamorie I agree. I’m down with minimising but the whole idea that you “should” dress for a certain age is as ridiculous as saying the perfect woman should look a certain way
I agree but I also think Chelsea (if thats how you spell it) has a point. A lot of time young people try to dress too old and old people try to dress too young. Im fine with wearing whatever you want but if you dress unlike your age it makes you look more immature/trippy
@@mikitereszko2222 I think that's the point of the original comment: that there shouldn't be rules dictating what's "dressing like your age" and what's not. Unfortunately society still holds these standards. But hey standards are always getting challenged and broken! Several decades ago women held no job but the position of a housewife. Look how fat we've come!
People love to give useless things for Christmas. The best part of having just bought a house in November is that all of the Christmas presents I got this year came straight from the Amazon list I sent out to friends and family of household items that I needed.
Seeing Chelsea be a little more candid and have a bit of a laugh at herself is kind of great. The "what was I thinking?" kind of thing was pretty fantastic when she is usually so put together.
Saturated color on redheads is beautiful (see Isla Fisher in Confessions of a Shopaholic)! I think lighter colors, especially closer to pastels, wash redheads out.
You’re preaching to the choir now...I’m a consumeristic shopaholic hoarder trying to change my bad habits. And once I tame these addictive behaviors...I bet you my finances will flourish! Merry Christmas!!!
It's so refreshing and inspiring to hear a millennial that sounds smart , wise and honest !! I share your site with tons a young adults. I appreciate your transparency and advice ..
your critique on vapid consumerism/mass consumption and how youtube perpetuates both is SO REFRESHING. i've learned so much in the years i've been subscribed to this channel. thank you so much!
For your Ralph Lauren sweater check out Alter Knit in New York they repair knitwear. Also I gave my nail polishes away on freecycle with great success! It's a good option unless you have a friend you already know wants them.
I am a shy plain Jane with thankfully very good taste, but my fantasy self lives in a big city and wears beautiful clothes, so I sadly often buy things that I end up getting rid of, lately I have been quite ruthless with myself and I must say much happier!
How REFRESHING to see a person who speaks loud against this glorification of consumption... Chelsea you are AWESOME ❤ Our planet also thanks you! Merry Christmas 🎄😚
I LOVE THIS. I am the kind of person who sometimes watches haul videos even though I know I don't need or even want the things being bought and this pressed that same button for me emotionally while also motivating me to do a healthy responsible thing. Thank you for this.
I enjoy watching haul videos because it gives me ideas of trends and what's available without going into all the stores, helps refine my idea of what I would like for myself. I rarely buy anything but they give me an idea for when I do occasionally look for something that might work for me for several years in my closet. I don't have issues with impulse buying or shopping too much so that probably helps too.
I sold 90% of my items before moving to Las Vegas in June. Everything that is currently in my apartment had to fit in the trunk. It was all my kitchen equipment that I use (professional cook so every tool has a purpose and I use every single one of those items) and 1 small suitcase and backpack. I don't know if I could ever go back to consuming myself with nonsense materialistic things anymore.
There actually is such a thing as an "anti-haul". Two RUclipsrs seperately came up with the idea a couple years ago when the YT beauty community seemed to peak in terms of new makeup launches and massive haul videos. An anti-haul is when you talk about all the things you're _not_ going to buy and why. Some take it a step further and give viewers some reasons they should resist buying certain newly released products or shopping upcoming sales. Videos dedicated to getting rid of items are usually called destashing or decluttering videos. I like to put them on while cleaning and organizing, as they help keep me motivated. Kimberly Clark is one of the people who came up with the anti-haul and she definitely makes some of the best videos. She's an anti-consumerism activist and a drag queen, so her videos are not only helpful, but very engaging and entertaining as well! She's on hiatus from YT right now, but her channel's still up.
I have been following you for around a year now but I saw you laugh for the first time in your video.. and you look so happy! You look good! You should laugh more in your videos!!!
I love your attitude towards things and keeping it conservative to what you’ll *really* use. I’ve always felt guilty because even as a teenager I wasn’t always going for the radical, on-trend looks my peers were sporting, instead opting for more dark, neutral and timeless colours. You make me feel better about my choices and material aspirations
You make a good point about the book that you don’t plan to read. I am going to look through my own shelves, and add the titles that I do want to read to my calendar, the goal being that I will read one book a month, and then I will sell or donate them to the local library.
I've been updating my wardrobe as I age. I cringe at some of the things I wore when I was younger. I think it happens as you get older and learn more about yourself. Being in the workforce I needed more business/office clothing. I do wear different items outside of work though. I tend to like a lot items with a vintage or boho flair. With fashion it's important to know what looks flattering on you, but have fun with it too. Some girls rock those sparkly dresses and leopard prints. It just might not work for you. Ive learned that I look out of place in super loud clothing.
Chelsea, please refer Erin from The Broke Millennial to this particular video so that she can have a better understanding of what minimalism entails. You did a fabulous job of explaining, with your own experience, how to get rid of things that don’t bring you joy or simply because you don’t really need it or want it anymore. You also explain how to spend money on things that we actually will need or will bring us some type of joy. Overall, you articulated what basic minimalism entails: being more intentional with how you live and spend money.
This anti-haul is classic! Ironically enough, I've been working on an anti-haul recently as well, selling items I no longer need via the apps LetGo and VarageSale. NextDoor is a helpful site to sell (or even buy) items on too! I'm not a hoarder or anything, but I've been prepping for a new season of life, so the few items (certain kitchenware, clothes, etc.) that are no longer "me," I'm getting rid of via those apps, Goodwill, etc. It's been quite liberating!
I love the idea of a reverse haul video! Consumerism is out of hand! Only buying things you need and not just shopping to shop is something I'm working on. Thanks for the video!
I loved a certainRUclipsr, she use to make all sorts of different videos with the occasional haul video. Now that’s all she uploads. I roll my eyes now every time I ever see a haul video.
I love you Chelsea. I do love haul videos, mostly so I can convince myself not to buy something from certain websites, but your opinions and sass are respected.
Signal boost. KC's Anti-Hauls rippled through the beauty/fashion community last year and in years before and really helped change a lot of people's attitudes toward consumerism in that arena. I think it's important to give credit her way.
This!! Coming home from my first semester of college made me realize just how much consumerism and materialism has influenced me as a preteen/teen growing up. I really wish there was more content on RUclips aimed towards informing people about sustainable fashion/shopping. Needless to say, I'm purging my closet before I go back to school.
I for one say yes to declutter! She has all right to let go and say she doesn't feel it's appropriate. If you don't like her opinion please just move on. But I totally appreciate this message. I find it overall very refreshing and helpful
Stop saying something is not age appropriate. It's judgemental and completely subjective. You taste has changed, that happens, it doesn't really have anything to do with your age.
Agreed! It makes me wonder if someone in her life is putting these ideas in her head or if this is really her self reflection. She’s really focused on age in an almost seemingly unhealthy way.
@@twice_velvetI'm not sure I can agree. In editorials we might assume the voice of the speaker/writer is stating their opinion, but in an ADVICE forum it takes on a different shade. N'est-ce pas?
Very refreshing in a week of what I got for Christmas videos! While sparkly dresses (or whatever the item is) may be some people's thing, at any age, I think it's liberating to realise they're not yours, and let them go.
I thought that the essi gel polishes are „normal“ polishes that look like a gel finish? I love them! They can be removed just as easily as any other polish but they past ages!
No. Essie has real gels and "gel finish" polishes. You can tell the difference because of the packaging. Real gel polishes will come in opaque packaging, such as the opaque white bottles shown in the video. Their "gel finish" polishes have clear bottles where you can see the exact color of the polish through them.
I hate the term “age appropriate.” Who dictates that? If you like something and it flatters you, then rock it! I am not saying rocking crop top and booty shorts. Let something go because your style or body is evolving, not because you are solely getting order.
I love this video so much. I'm here for the anti-haul. So refreshing on RUclips I do have to mention, though, the comment about the 19 year old and the airbrushed-looking body felt a bit cringey. Was there a need to throw shade on physical appearances? I'm here for pointing out how this lifestyle is costly and unnecessary. But that can be done without putting a woman (or a type of woman) down.
i used to work in a shop, and the amount of people who don't return online stuff but will in a shop - be as ruthless with making yourself return stuff with online as with shops, get a lot of money back, i have
Merry Christmas Chelsea and FD!!! Taking a quick break from the Christmas madness to hide and watch RUclips and I genuinely laughed out loud when you said "to people spending Christmas on RUclips" 😂. Great video and I am off to avoid purchasing yet more beauty products in the sales as I really don't need them but actually to invest in some better quality work wear xxx
I love your videos. I have to say though, cash is neither cold nor hard. It's soft and warm. It feels good to touch and hold. It's in a color that goes with everything in your closet.
honestly i feel like i only enjoy the immediate satisfaction of buying things and opening them so haul videos give me that without having the product after that
I bought a $250 luggage set for $60, and have nowhere to go, and no money to spend. It's just sitting there in my closet, covered with the nice sheath it came with. I made a mistake.
I think you are just adorable, Chelsea. I'm a 64-year-old lady who has given away so, so many things over the years. What breaks my heart is all the money I spent on these things. However, styles come and go, so I guess it's just a part of of life. Oddly, I had never heard of haul videos until just last night at a friend's Christmas celebration, and here you are, talking about being the antithesis of this trend. You are much smarter. Heck, one time, I spent $45, that I didn't really have, on hand cream at Neiman-Marcus. Yes, I did! I'm really trying to pare down in this stage of my life, so I click on your videos whenever one pops up. I love watching you because, even though I think they are meant for a younger audience, your videos still resonate with me. I think you are a very classy young lady, and I would love to see that your word choices reflect that.
Age appropriate...like why would you put that? If your 40, 50, 60, 70 wear what you want. There is nothing like age appropriate as long as it’s comfortable and looks good on you. I hate it when people say oh I’m 40 I shouldn’t be on stan tweet or something like that. It’s ok as long as you feel young at heart don’t let anyone tell you anything otherwise🤷♀️
Sierra O’Con Sierra O’Con maybe but she does assert from 2:32 “they tend make you look like your trying to be young-“ this is what she had to say about those dresses and she is only turning 30 which I didn’t know was a huge age and you are no longer young from then. In no means I am saying that she is wrong in saying that she herself is looking old or something it’s how she feels and I respect that. But in such a channel that is giving advice to the millennials and many more it’s sort of asserting that by thirty your youth is gone and you are an old person who should dress like you are ‘mature’ and not ‘try to look young’. Dress how ever you want wear that sparkly dress and be as beautiful as want as long as you are satisfied that’s all. A number shouldn’t dictate on what you should or shouldn’t do unless it correlates with your health.💜
Sierra O’Con I’m not labeling her as an ageist, but just trying to say that since she is the one giving advice regarding it she should be clear that ‘yes it is my opinion and so I’m doing it’. That’s all. I see many others in the comment have also disagreed with her, so it’s should have been made clear by her. I’m not throwing hate on her or anything. I hope you are reading this on a neutral note. And stan tweet is twitter but twitter if you are a fan of a group or an artist and you are there to support, protect and love the artist as well as communicate and connect with other fans. And many assume the fans are only female teens and tweens but it’s so diverse in age, gender, color, nationality. It’s really nice to see different people doing what they like. If I came off as a bit too hard on my point, my bad. But she needs to make her point clear to avoid misunderstandings in the future. 💜
You go girl, I love your personality, I love your honesty, you are genuine and entertaining even though you are only talking about getting rid of things. Thank for this vid.
THANK YOU FOR SAYING IT hahaha I've felt this way for years and years. Since I WAS A TEENAGER. Things like Hauls and Haul channels have always driven me a little bit crazy. and I LOVE purging my house quarterly. Im excited to finish the rest of this video!
I am not a huge fan of how this comes off as shame-y? Like being honest is different than saying how ridiculous you would look in something. This def could be me being sensitive and I think you were just trying to be lighthearted and funny but it came off as a harsh judgement of "dress your age".
I don't know if anyone has pointed it out but it might be nice if you credited the creator of the anti-haul (Kimberly Clark) in the notes. I usually wouldn't think it necessary except; however, the way you stated it, inadvertently made it sound like you created the concept when it has been around for years.
Honestly I like haul videos a lot, but I watch a lot of pastel/lolita type hauls. Why? Usually they know where to find quality, affordable dresses for cosplay that you're not finding elsewhere, and often are smaller brands, and if you know the style, a lot of it is pretty brand-exclusive from the intricate designs. Also, I agree with the commenters that fashion doesn't truly become 'to young' or 'to old.' You may have grown out of it, but it doesn't mean the piece itself is childish. You've simply changed in style and perspective on it, and that's totally okay! Wording that could have been way better though.
I love your channel. I do my nails with gel polish all the time. If you need to find a home for them I would be willing to take the Essie gel polishes off your hands! Hope you have a Merry Christmas!
I love how much of your personality is coming out in this!! So relatable- I found myself saying “same” so many times in this video. Loved it (also love all the shade, living for it)
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Chelsea’s sass level is turned all the way up today
mouseinthewild isn’t it great lol. I laughed a lot.
mouseinthewild ooiiu
yes, almost condescending in nature.
For sure, I'm loving it! :D
She made sure we got our fix before the year ends. lol she's a moood
Keep that first sparkly dress. Sometimes it’s nice to feel glamorous. I’m almost 40 and I still love sparkle. Women at any age deserve to have a little fun with their style ✨
doing the opposite of a floofy dress cleanse this year - I'm 100% a fancy dress person and I have so many 'boring' plain clothes like jeans that I buy because I feel like I 'should' be that kind of person, but I never wear them! So I'm getting rid of those and investing a few more dresses so I don't wear the same three all the time
Elise Collins i love this! this is me as well.
You have my support. If I could afford them, all I would wear would be evening gowns and period gowns
wonderful!
I so understand you. I hate wearing jeans, I'm a skirt and dress kind of girl yet for years I kept buying jeans in the hope I would get into them because you do kind of feel weird not to considering how common they are. But I never end up wearing them anyway. It's a waste of money and this year I've fully embraced my style and I'll just go all out, fuck boring jeans. Even if I get looks for wearing a skirt/dress at really casual places.
The sparkle communtity is OFFENDED, hunny!!
and we are THE LAST people you would want to offend
Lmaooo
Why???
@@afrikan_criola1923 because of the implication that once you hit a certain age you shouldn't be wearing sparkly clothing
I'm not a very materialistic person (I'm a Bangladeshi whose wardrobe consists of clothes purchased off of street carts) but I love haul videos. They're cathartic for me in the sense that I share the video maker's excitement about shopping without having to buy a thing myself! I guess it depends on how you take your content. 😎🤘
T. Fairuz Same as me, i sew my own clothes but i enjoy hauls, because i never buy like that, i hate having things i never use so i think twice before buying anything, I almost never buy anything the first time i see it, i take a picture, then go home think about it, if i still want it then i go and get it. but understand how this is bad for people who impulse shop like that.
I also feel sad when i see how many people covet that kind of lifestyle, because its not gonna make them as happy as they think it will. I mean whats the point of a dress you never even get to enjoy because you wore it only a few times then forgot about it
And it makes me feel like I'm shopping without having to shop :p
T. Fairuz that’s a bit sad no? Living vicariously through someone else’s stuff that you most likely will never emulate. I personally don’t see the point in that.
@@ririschannelx
It's just a online way of window shopping.
@kirch I won't say I live vicariously off of watching other people buy stuff. But it's like shopping for unnecessary stuff is all about the "feelz". I get those "feelz" by watching what those unnecessary things (like say Funko Pop Advent calendars) look and feel like for the person in the video. Idk, it might seem a bit sad, still, but if it means I'm saving money to buy my mom some good makeup it's a win for me! :D
I disagree with your assertion that wearing clothes with sparkles, especially in that more classic style is not "age appropriate," especially for someone turning JUST 30. It's not your style, I get it, but that doesn't mean it's not age appropriate. Plus, 30 is not old.
Right! That sparkly dress is timeless and a staple for winter holiday formals. Im 31 btw.
Agreed.
I'm in my mid 40's and love me some sparkly clothes. To each their own.
Agreed. I understand if something doesn’t suit your personal style or lifestyle anymore, but saying you’re “too old” for a style of dress or “too ruddy” for bright colors is troubling. These statements are reflections of oppressive expectations about how people “should” dress and behave. They make us feel bad about what makes us happy.
I understand in so far as I went through trying a 40-60s vintage/rockabilly phase and then a “kitten and dots” ModCloth phase ... well into my 30s ... and I “felt” “too old” in them, I felt “fraudulent” but it’s not specifically the clothes fault or my ages fault ... there are way older people rocking the look. It just wasn’t honest to my fashion sense or who I really am/how I really want to look, it was something I “thought” I “should” do/look/want. And I think that triggers the “too old for feeling.” You’re not actually too old, you’re just picking up something like a trend like young people do. I feel “too old” for anything that isn’t honest for me or forcing myself to do anything I used to do but grew out of, am past that “phase” whatever it is. No items are wrong for any age as much as they become wrong for individuals at phases in their lives when they realize they’re not a match for what they really want .
As a former second hand store manager I really need to stress this: SAVE YOUR DONATIONS UNTIL THE SPRING! January is an overwhelming time of year when we receive, frankly, too many donations because people want to clear out after Christmas. Not only is it highly stressful, it's also unsafe because HO don't want us to turn anything away so safety gets slightly compromised. PLEASE DON'T DONATE IN THE WEEKS AFTER CHRISTMAS.
Or they could hire more people around that time ?
And merry Christmas to all those who are spending theirs on RUclips😂
I chuckled to myself as I heard that. Thanks for recognising us, Chelsea.
Anne Skinner yes!
and happy new year too!
I 100% wore that Chanel lipgloss to my senior prom, where my friends referred to me as "disco lips" all night.
😂😂😹😹🤣🤣
😂😂😹🤣🤣🤣Damn High School Kids are Brutal 😭😭 they're so mean but it's so funny at the same time 😂😂
This idea that you're too old to wear anything is what we need to leave behind. As long as nobody is walking around stark naked, you're good. It's never men who hear they're too old for certain things, always women. Wear what you want and be confident ladies, whatever your age. 18 or 100!!
Exactly!
AMEN!!!!!!
Agree!
So true! But we all evolve, throughout our lives, and sometimes find that what we might have worn a few years ago just doesn’t reflect who we are now. Sometimes that might even mean wearing something a little “edgier”, or “younger” than we had been wearing before. But if it feels like a costume to you, then it’s definitely best to let it go!
That is definitely not true. We men absolutely hear that we are too old for certain things. And it's usually followed by the phrase “Manchild". Thankfully I've managed to dodge that, but I have heard of people who have been called man children because of their attire. And we men often get ripped to shreds around attire
4:47 just wanting to point out, before going on with the video, I live in a latin country so sparkly dresses, bright colors and flowery prints can be seen in many places and are appropiate in many ocasions. we love our bold, bright and out of the ordinary colors and patterns 😊 age is just a number. love your videos, very informative ❤️
The sweater is easly fixed !!! Just remove the flare bottom. And you'll get a timeless sweater
I agree! If it had 3 quarter sleeves, it would be beautiful, chic, and perfect for Fall AND Winter.
Chelsea, I loved your laughter! This was the most engaging video I've seen from you. I always enjoy your perspective, but this was just the best! BTW, I love anti-haul videos. I'm right there with you on getting rid of what no longer works for you.
Redhead with rosacea here. I was a bit baffled by some of the things you think you can't wear due to your coloring. Bright red lipstick and bright colors in general can be flattering with any skintone or hair color, it's just a mattering of finding what suits you and your style. I get that you are looking to transition to a more classic, conservative look... but I hope you don't limit your self-expression too much with all these misconceptions and arbitrary rules!
Oh Chelsea I don't think I ever seen you smile and laugh so much you are so cute 😇😋
And I have decided that I will definitely get rid of some stuff of mine invest more into the quality of my clothes and items from now on. The 2019 is going to be year of quality! Quality in everything - clothes, shoes, relationship, food and life in general! Merry Christmas and Happy New year guys! Xx🌲🎅💝
1. Foofy dresses
2. Items you didn't completely look at from all angles
3. Clothes that are ripped/unwearable
4. Throw pillow
5. Books you'll never read
6. Makeup
7. Jewelry
Cup of Bon Thank you!! Sometimes they just talk way to much - just get to it already!! Less words please! 😊
She actually had #7. Makeup and #7. Jewelry. Oops. 😃
@@debbiewilliams4879 ikr! And np :)
@@vinice1 yeah I noticed that too lol
Cup of Bon Thanks!🎄
I got a bunch of reusable items/things for Christmas that will help me reduce my waste this year and I’m so excited! ❤️❤️ yay for reducing waste!
Christina Marie What are some examples, if you don’t mind explaining? I’d love some ideas about what to ask for!
I'll be going into 2019 with zero credit card debt and my family is happy, healthy, and completely satisfied with the reasonable amount of money and effort I spent on their gifts. Oh, and we didn't film or photograph any of it because we were too busy enjoying the moment. Not to say a few snapshots isn't a bad thing. Happy New Year!
Congratulations on the zero credit card debt. That's such an important milestone for so many people.
"I shouldn't dress like a retired Vegas showgirl." WRONG! Vegas showgirls never retire. Btw, do you have that in a size 28? I'm asking for a friend.
Ronald Malcolm 🤣🤣🤣🤣
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Smooth, réal smooth
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I love sparkles... and glitter, and rhinestones.... and I am 33 and I think its just fine & totally age appropriate provided the fit works!
Yeah, Theres a los of concern about " age apropiate". I think we should wear what suit us and make us happy to wear.
Ignore her, she’s very judgemental. I’m nearly 38 and I’m wearing whatever the eff I want to.
same here. "Age appropriate". I hate those words
I think she just means for her. She’s clearly taking a more serious/professional direction in her life, which to her means ‘less sparkles’.
I’m 33 and I did the same thing when I turned 30 (which I interpreted as the time to get serious), only to go right back to the sparkle love 1 year later. She’s just readjusting :)
@Bleh Bleh How many times are you going to post that comment? We got it the first time.
Not used to seeing chelsea laugh, that was awesome!! 😂
I know i thought who is this lady 😊
I like when she breaks character.
I love how well you know yourself and your confidence to voice opinions. I'm 25 and I am relying so much on you and your wisdom. You rock, don't ever change.
Watching Chelsea talk about her stuff and criticising it made for such an entertaining video. Her talking about items that don't suit her or that she really won't get use out of is literally me when I do a declutter of my wardrobe. Lol "the 2017 sleeve, what's goin on here?" 😂
Oh Chelsea, how much I miss seeing your face. Erin and Tasha have nice bits of content, especially Tasha whose independent channel I love on its own, but I really do miss seeing you in particular on this platform. Read your book cover to cover from my local library and love your blog too.
mleeho I totally agree. Erin and Tasha are great, but I really love the Chelsea vids the best.
I love this video. I hate hauls because it just shows you how much people spend and there's nothing to learn. Merry Christmas, TFD.
Stephanie Carlos agreeeeeeed
7:00 just remove the "bell" part of the sleeves, hem the ends, and make it 3/4 length sleeves.
You REALLY threw me with the “age appropriate” comment. Style has no age hunny, sparkles aren’t YOUR particular style and that’s completely fine, but over 30 can wear anything just ask Betsey Johnson and Baddie Winkle!
Bordeaux Rose yup. I’m over 30 and love me some sparkle
knowyourkismat Exactly!
No one but betsey Johnson can get away with the nonsense betsey Johnson wears. Woman is practically from another planet, our rules do not apply to her.
how boring your outfits must be lmao
@@OdinsSage she's not the only alien here on earth... There are plenty of us
I hate this dress age appropriate crap, the older you get the more you should realise that you can wear whatever you like to and that there is not such a thing as age appropriate dress code. Of course there are jobs that require a certain business style or events with a certain dress code but in your leisure time please wear what you want. Life is too short to worry about pleasing others.
Poppy Polyamorie I agree. I’m down with minimising but the whole idea that you “should” dress for a certain age is as ridiculous as saying the perfect woman should look a certain way
I personally think structure, material, and fit are key. Sparkly dresses can be fine if they are well made and fit you really well.
I agree but I also think Chelsea (if thats how you spell it) has a point. A lot of time young people try to dress too old and old people try to dress too young. Im fine with wearing whatever you want but if you dress unlike your age it makes you look more immature/trippy
@@mikitereszko2222 I think that's the point of the original comment: that there shouldn't be rules dictating what's "dressing like your age" and what's not. Unfortunately society still holds these standards. But hey standards are always getting challenged and broken! Several decades ago women held no job but the position of a housewife. Look how fat we've come!
People love to give useless things for Christmas. The best part of having just bought a house in November is that all of the Christmas presents I got this year came straight from the Amazon list I sent out to friends and family of household items that I needed.
Seeing Chelsea be a little more candid and have a bit of a laugh at herself is kind of great. The "what was I thinking?" kind of thing was pretty fantastic when she is usually so put together.
I love this slightly sillier chelsea, and loved this video - concept and all! merry christmas to you & yours, and a happy new year :)
The 2nd dress is pretty and there's nothing wrong with a 30 year old wearing it. 30 doesnt mean u have to be boring af
Saturated color on redheads is beautiful (see Isla Fisher in Confessions of a Shopaholic)! I think lighter colors, especially closer to pastels, wash redheads out.
Chelsea, my darling, I cannot tell you how much I needed this video.
Hey, I think the Essie nail polishes are “gel-effect” which doesn’t need to cure and comes off with regular remover!
LOVE the sass in this and the message here Chelsea! Hope you're having a beautiful day.
I've never seen her so irreverent and sassy. Lol.
vinice1 Right? It’s delightful!😂
You’re preaching to the choir now...I’m a consumeristic shopaholic hoarder trying to change my bad habits. And once I tame these addictive behaviors...I bet you my finances will flourish! Merry Christmas!!!
It's so refreshing and inspiring to hear a millennial that sounds smart , wise and honest !! I share your site with tons a young adults. I appreciate your transparency and advice ..
"a 19 year old, with an airbrushed looking body, showing all the shit she bought at h&m."
So honest. So accurate. Holding no punches. I love it.
your critique on vapid consumerism/mass consumption and how youtube perpetuates both is SO REFRESHING. i've learned so much in the years i've been subscribed to this channel. thank you so much!
For your Ralph Lauren sweater check out Alter Knit in New York they repair knitwear. Also I gave my nail polishes away on freecycle with great success! It's a good option unless you have a friend you already know wants them.
I am a shy plain Jane with thankfully very good taste, but my fantasy self lives in a big city and wears beautiful clothes, so I sadly often buy things that I end up getting rid of, lately I have been quite ruthless with myself and I must say much happier!
How REFRESHING to see a person who speaks loud against this glorification of consumption... Chelsea you are AWESOME ❤ Our planet also thanks you!
Merry Christmas 🎄😚
"That's just not my journey." That is an excellent way to put it. I want to start using that phrase.
Kimberly Clark is generally credited with starting anti-haul videos. In 2015.
True! Kimberly Clark deserves props!
I love TFD. But this needs a, “What I’m not gonna buuuuuyyyyyy!!!” Something fierce.
I LOVE THIS. I am the kind of person who sometimes watches haul videos even though I know I don't need or even want the things being bought and this pressed that same button for me emotionally while also motivating me to do a healthy responsible thing. Thank you for this.
This is a common video idea for the beauty community as well! Talking about new releases and why you shouldn’t buy them.
I enjoy watching haul videos because it gives me ideas of trends and what's available without going into all the stores, helps refine my idea of what I would like for myself. I rarely buy anything but they give me an idea for when I do occasionally look for something that might work for me for several years in my closet. I don't have issues with impulse buying or shopping too much so that probably helps too.
I sold 90% of my items before moving to Las Vegas in June. Everything that is currently in my apartment had to fit in the trunk. It was all my kitchen equipment that I use (professional cook so every tool has a purpose and I use every single one of those items) and 1 small suitcase and backpack. I don't know if I could ever go back to consuming myself with nonsense materialistic things anymore.
There actually is such a thing as an "anti-haul". Two RUclipsrs seperately came up with the idea a couple years ago when the YT beauty community seemed to peak in terms of new makeup launches and massive haul videos. An anti-haul is when you talk about all the things you're _not_ going to buy and why. Some take it a step further and give viewers some reasons they should resist buying certain newly released products or shopping upcoming sales.
Videos dedicated to getting rid of items are usually called destashing or decluttering videos. I like to put them on while cleaning and organizing, as they help keep me motivated.
Kimberly Clark is one of the people who came up with the anti-haul and she definitely makes some of the best videos. She's an anti-consumerism activist and a drag queen, so her videos are not only helpful, but very engaging and entertaining as well! She's on hiatus from YT right now, but her channel's still up.
I have been following you for around a year now but I saw you laugh for the first time in your video.. and you look so happy! You look good! You should laugh more in your videos!!!
I love your attitude towards things and keeping it conservative to what you’ll *really* use. I’ve always felt guilty because even as a teenager I wasn’t always going for the radical, on-trend looks my peers were sporting, instead opting for more dark, neutral and timeless colours. You make me feel better about my choices and material aspirations
I actually loved the white sweater until I saw the burn/cut mark. I was like, "why are you getting rid of that?" Glad you're getting it tailored. lol
You make a good point about the book that you don’t plan to read. I am going to look through my own shelves, and add the titles that I do want to read to my calendar, the goal being that I will read one book a month, and then I will sell or donate them to the local library.
I've been updating my wardrobe as I age. I cringe at some of the things I wore when I was younger. I think it happens as you get older and learn more about yourself. Being in the workforce I needed more business/office clothing. I do wear different items outside of work though. I tend to like a lot items with a vintage or boho flair. With fashion it's important to know what looks flattering on you, but have fun with it too. Some girls rock those sparkly dresses and leopard prints. It just might not work for you. Ive learned that I look out of place in super loud clothing.
Chelsea, please refer Erin from The Broke Millennial to this particular video so that she can have a better understanding of what minimalism entails. You did a fabulous job of explaining, with your own experience, how to get rid of things that don’t bring you joy or simply because you don’t really need it or want it anymore. You also explain how to spend money on things that we actually will need or will bring us some type of joy. Overall, you articulated what basic minimalism entails: being more intentional with how you live and spend money.
This anti-haul is classic! Ironically enough, I've been working on an anti-haul recently as well, selling items I no longer need via the apps LetGo and VarageSale. NextDoor is a helpful site to sell (or even buy) items on too! I'm not a hoarder or anything, but I've been prepping for a new season of life, so the few items (certain kitchenware, clothes, etc.) that are no longer "me," I'm getting rid of via those apps, Goodwill, etc. It's been quite liberating!
I love the idea of a reverse haul video! Consumerism is out of hand! Only buying things you need and not just shopping to shop is something I'm working on. Thanks for the video!
Can you do a part 2 on this subject it was really fun
I loved a certainRUclipsr, she use to make all sorts of different videos with the occasional haul video. Now that’s all she uploads. I roll my eyes now every time I ever see a haul video.
“I get that’s a really meaningful thing for people.”
I love you Chelsea. I do love haul videos, mostly so I can convince myself not to buy something from certain websites, but your opinions and sass are respected.
Please check out Kimberly Clark - a fabulous queen and a beauty youtuber who talked about anti-hauls and anti-consumerism a few years ago.
Signal boost. KC's Anti-Hauls rippled through the beauty/fashion community last year and in years before and really helped change a lot of people's attitudes toward consumerism in that arena. I think it's important to give credit her way.
Love her! Hopefully she decides to make videos again once she's done touring.
This!! Coming home from my first semester of college made me realize just how much consumerism and materialism has influenced me as a preteen/teen growing up. I really wish there was more content on RUclips aimed towards informing people about sustainable fashion/shopping. Needless to say, I'm purging my closet before I go back to school.
just saying essie gel comes off easy like regular nail polish.. i basically only use the gel essie kind now
I for one say yes to declutter! She has all right to let go and say she doesn't feel it's appropriate. If you don't like her opinion please just move on. But I totally appreciate this message. I find it overall very refreshing and helpful
If you love those Sam Edelman shoes, you can talk to a shoe repair guy and see if he can turn them into flats for you!
Could watch this all day. Good to see I’m not alone when it comes to poor purchasing decisions. Thank you.
Anti-Hauls are a real thing! I totally love to watch them and i think you’ll enjoy them too. Look them up;)
I've been giving things away that I don't need for a while now. The feeling of not being "owned" by my stuff is very freeing!
Stop saying something is not age appropriate. It's judgemental and completely subjective.
You taste has changed, that happens, it doesn't really have anything to do with your age.
Laura Some Number obviously these are her personal opinions. there doesn't have to be a disclaimer about that.
@@twice_velvet my point is she is not formulating it as an opinion she is saying it as a fact.
Agreed! It makes me wonder if someone in her life is putting these ideas in her head or if this is really her self reflection. She’s really focused on age in an almost seemingly unhealthy way.
@@twice_velvetI'm not sure I can agree. In editorials we might assume the voice of the speaker/writer is stating their opinion, but in an ADVICE forum it takes on a different shade. N'est-ce pas?
Very refreshing in a week of what I got for Christmas videos! While sparkly dresses (or whatever the item is) may be some people's thing, at any age, I think it's liberating to realise they're not yours, and let them go.
I thought that the essi gel polishes are „normal“ polishes that look like a gel finish? I love them! They can be removed just as easily as any other polish but they past ages!
Lisa Schmid that’s correct! It’s just a gel finish, aka look.
No. Essie has real gels and "gel finish" polishes. You can tell the difference because of the packaging. Real gel polishes will come in opaque packaging, such as the opaque white bottles shown in the video. Their "gel finish" polishes have clear bottles where you can see the exact color of the polish through them.
Lisa Schmid you are correct they come off just like regular nail polish
Spot on with "just because it's expensive doesn't mean it's good".
I hate the term “age appropriate.” Who dictates that? If you like something and it flatters you, then rock it! I am not saying rocking crop top and booty shorts. Let something go because your style or body is evolving, not because you are solely getting order.
The whole idea of "age appropriate" is such an antiquated term. Quite right.
Gem colors are quite flattering on red heads. I get compliments every time i wear them.
I love this video so much. I'm here for the anti-haul. So refreshing on RUclips
I do have to mention, though, the comment about the 19 year old and the airbrushed-looking body felt a bit cringey. Was there a need to throw shade on physical appearances? I'm here for pointing out how this lifestyle is costly and unnecessary. But that can be done without putting a woman (or a type of woman) down.
i used to work in a shop, and the amount of people who don't return online stuff but will in a shop - be as ruthless with making yourself return stuff with online as with shops, get a lot of money back, i have
Merry Christmas Chelsea and FD!!! Taking a quick break from the Christmas madness to hide and watch RUclips and I genuinely laughed out loud when you said "to people spending Christmas on RUclips" 😂.
Great video and I am off to avoid purchasing yet more beauty products in the sales as I really don't need them but actually to invest in some better quality work wear xxx
I love your videos. I have to say though, cash is neither cold nor hard. It's soft and warm. It feels good to touch and hold. It's in a color that goes with everything in your closet.
It's funny watching this as I'm currently planning on how to best organize my home
honestly i feel like i only enjoy the immediate satisfaction of buying things and opening them so haul videos give me that without having the product after that
I bought a $250 luggage set for $60, and have nowhere to go, and no money to spend. It's just sitting there in my closet, covered with the nice sheath it came with. I made a mistake.
Paul Ho
Well, empty luggage is great for storing all those clothes you purchase that don’t fit or suit you. Speaking from experience 😂
@@raraavis7782 currently holding all the boardshorts and swimsuits from summer!
I think you are just adorable, Chelsea. I'm a 64-year-old lady who has given away so, so many things over the years. What breaks my heart is all the money I spent on these things. However, styles come and go, so I guess it's just a part of of life. Oddly, I had never heard of haul videos until just last night at a friend's Christmas celebration, and here you are, talking about being the antithesis of this trend. You are much smarter. Heck, one time, I spent $45, that I didn't really have, on hand cream at Neiman-Marcus. Yes, I did!
I'm really trying to pare down in this stage of my life, so I click on your videos whenever one pops up. I love watching you because, even though I think they are meant for a younger audience, your videos still resonate with me. I think you are a very classy young lady, and I would love to see that your word choices reflect that.
Age appropriate...like why would you put that? If your 40, 50, 60, 70 wear what you want. There is nothing like age appropriate as long as it’s comfortable and looks good on you. I hate it when people say oh I’m 40 I shouldn’t be on stan tweet or something like that. It’s ok as long as you feel young at heart don’t let anyone tell you anything otherwise🤷♀️
보라해Bangtan I don’t think she meant it like that... more that She outgrew those styles
Sierra O’Con Sierra O’Con maybe but she does assert from 2:32 “they tend make you look like your trying to be young-“ this is what she had to say about those dresses and she is only turning 30 which I didn’t know was a huge age and you are no longer young from then. In no means I am saying that she is wrong in saying that she herself is looking old or something it’s how she feels and I respect that. But in such a channel that is giving advice to the millennials and many more it’s sort of asserting that by thirty your youth is gone and you are an old person who should dress like you are ‘mature’ and not ‘try to look young’. Dress how ever you want wear that sparkly dress and be as beautiful as want as long as you are satisfied that’s all. A number shouldn’t dictate on what you should or shouldn’t do unless it correlates with your health.💜
Sierra O’Con I’m not labeling her as an ageist, but just trying to say that since she is the one giving advice regarding it she should be clear that ‘yes it is my opinion and so I’m doing it’. That’s all. I see many others in the comment have also disagreed with her, so it’s should have been made clear by her. I’m not throwing hate on her or anything. I hope you are reading this on a neutral note. And stan tweet is twitter but twitter if you are a fan of a group or an artist and you are there to support, protect and love the artist as well as communicate and connect with other fans. And many assume the fans are only female teens and tweens but it’s so diverse in age, gender, color, nationality. It’s really nice to see different people doing what they like. If I came off as a bit too hard on my point, my bad. But she needs to make her point clear to avoid misunderstandings in the future. 💜
보라해Bangtan Also thanks for the explanation 😄
You go girl, I love your personality, I love your honesty, you are genuine and entertaining even though you are only talking about getting rid of things. Thank for this vid.
THANK YOU FOR SAYING IT hahaha I've felt this way for years and years. Since I WAS A TEENAGER. Things like Hauls and Haul channels have always driven me a little bit crazy. and I LOVE purging my house quarterly. Im excited to finish the rest of this video!
I am not a huge fan of how this comes off as shame-y? Like being honest is different than saying how ridiculous you would look in something. This def could be me being sensitive and I think you were just trying to be lighthearted and funny but it came off as a harsh judgement of "dress your age".
Okay so the thing is this is just as cathartic as watching a haul! Thanks for sharing
Can you do the Anti-Haul seasonally??
I don't know if anyone has pointed it out but it might be nice if you credited the creator of the anti-haul (Kimberly Clark) in the notes. I usually wouldn't think it necessary except; however, the way you stated it, inadvertently made it sound like you created the concept when it has been around for years.
this is a minimalism tag even though TFD seems to dislike minimalism for some reason
I am half-way through a mid-year purge and this video is giving me life.
Honestly I like haul videos a lot, but I watch a lot of pastel/lolita type hauls. Why? Usually they know where to find quality, affordable dresses for cosplay that you're not finding elsewhere, and often are smaller brands, and if you know the style, a lot of it is pretty brand-exclusive from the intricate designs.
Also, I agree with the commenters that fashion doesn't truly become 'to young' or 'to old.' You may have grown out of it, but it doesn't mean the piece itself is childish. You've simply changed in style and perspective on it, and that's totally okay! Wording that could have been way better though.
The amount of money I saved since I stopped watching Haul Videos this year, is too damn high! Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! ❤️
I love your channel. I do my nails with gel polish all the time. If you need to find a home for them I would be willing to take the Essie gel polishes off your hands! Hope you have a Merry Christmas!
I love how much of your personality is coming out in this!! So relatable- I found myself saying “same” so many times in this video. Loved it (also love all the shade, living for it)
I was cracking up whenever she was laughing oh my goodness
I loved this video. I really hope the anti haul will be the next big thing on RUclips, it's so inspiring! Chelsea, thanks as always!