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A seamstress created an entire holiday wardrobe using clothes she bought from the thrift store

Celia FernandezDec 24, 2021, 00:36 IST

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In 2020, Caitlin Trantham started transforming thrift-store clothes into outfits that look brand-new.
The self-taught seamstress, who has gone viral on TikTok for her skills, shared some of the outfits she put together for the holidays.

After years of using her sewing skills to make blankets, Caitlin Trantham shifted to transforming thrift-store finds into brand-new outfits.

Trantham created this look from oversized pajamas she bought at a thrift store in Hawaii.Caitlin Trantham

Trantham described her holiday style as "classic with a little bit of vintage and whimsy."

Trantham loves to have fun with her holiday looks.Caitlin Trantham

Trantham said bows are a must-have throughout the holiday season because they add a "bit of festive kitsch to your wardrobe."

Trantham is a big fan of wearing bows during the holidays.Caitlin Trantham

Bows aside, Trantham said her favorite thing to wear during the holidays is a "tacky" vintage sweater because it's comfortable and festive.

Trantham loves wearing sweaters during the holidays.Caitlin Trantham

Trantham broke one of her own rules when it came to putting this festive outfit together.

Trantham has a rule that she doesn't buy fast fashion from the thrift store.Caitlin Trantham

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