Great tips! One of the best ones is to take care of your clothes, especially if one is embracing slow fashion. A traditional tailor I know said that it is important when you get home and take off your coat / jacket, or other items like skirt, trousers, to brush it over gently with a soft brush before putting it back in the closet. Particularly for those of us living in cities, with pollution, the brush removes those tiny specks of loose dirt which would otherwise become ground in and need dry-cleaning. The same tailor said that by brushing down after every wear, you only need to have your clothes professionally cleaned once a year. He uses baby shampoo to clean coats. So that saves on the pollution caused by cleaning products (and expense). The other thing is to use proper hangers designed to support structured garments which need good shoulder support - that also helps keen your garments looking new and pristine.

My first time here and I so enjoyed this video. I’m 60 and feeling like I am only just discovering what I actually like to wear and what my personal style is. Thank you for the tips and suggestions. So inspirational! ❤️

Also: COULD YOU PRETTY PLEASE FILM A VIDEO ON HOW TO BEAT THE (bleeping) HEAT AND HUMIDITY FOR THOSE OF US WHO CAN NOT WEAR SHORTS ANY LONGER. THANK YOU. 😅

@sandraa9772

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Try bottoms made from lighter weight fabrics that are breathable like linen, lightweight cotton or tencel. Also midi (past the knee) or maxi length skirts/dresses provide more airflow and coverage. If your bottom is flowy or wide leg go for a more fitted top. If your bottoms fit more fitted/tight go with a looser fit top for better proportion.

@SingYourselfWell

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@@sandraa9772 thank you! ✨ Yes! I figured it out finally. I included breezy Palazzo pants in my wearable art. Now I feel way cooler. ✨🙏✨ It's a different style, but who cares if I'm not MELTING! 😹

@sandraa9772

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@@SingYourselfWell You’re welcome!palazzo pants are a great choice ❤️

@ABSVabeautifulsunsetvlog

Жыл бұрын

Right?????

@rosemarykeogh3532

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Why can't you wear shorts no more..

Shout out to the turtle at 4:42 popping in to hear the style tips! They're all about slow fashion :)

@AlyssaBeltempo

2 жыл бұрын

hahhaah you know it

I’m trying to build a habit of regularly taking pics of myself in my everyday outfits and compiling them in a note on my phone. It’s great to have a resource of outfits I’ve loved, but also so that if I begin to feel stuck or in a rut, I can glance back over what I’ve been wearing and identify what I like and what I don’t. It’s easier to make tweaks that way, or notice maybe what style features I like or don’t like. 💛

@tanyaeve9498

2 жыл бұрын

This is very helpful, especially with changes in seasons.I recently had one of those photos from a year ago pop up in my phone. It was an outfit I was wearing - obviously a winning outfit combination.

@carriejohn7665

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Great idea!!! I do this also … because I can’t always recall what I’ve worn. 👏🏽

Great video! Shout out to the cameo of the turtle in the background!🇨🇦

I have a dedicated spot in my closet for clothes that I need to rewear before laundering. Esp for my silk and cashmere pieces, I’d rather not wash/dry clean them after merely 1 use. They used to pile up on a chair, but I found an isolated spot in my closet where they can hang separately from my clean clothes and now I have less mess in my room 😅

@PrincessHVHHDSSS

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I have just started doing that too! Great tip.💃🌺💖💕 I just invested in my first cashmere sweater haul, 2 weeks ago. I wear them to work here in Melbourne Victoria Australia, where it's Winter right now. I found all of my new wardrobe pieces in thrift/charity shops, so I am delighted. All in my size, and all in soft, neutral tones. I will wear them once to work (in Salon as a hairdresser), and wear them at home over my weekends a couple more times, then hand wash them in delicate laundry liquid. Nice one! Love Princess Holly of Australia hairdresser 🕊🌿🌲🌳🍀🌴🌱🍃

Hi Alyssa, I am on my slow fashion journey since 2016 (I discovered Signe's Use less channel back then) and all of these habits so resonate with my take on fashion. I have been five months pregnant now and I only keep thinking about how to go through the changes of my body without buying new clothes that I'll only be using for a limited period of time. I already asked a few friends if they have any maternity jeans I could borrow and I am still trying to use my wardrobe as cleverly as possible these days. Wish me luck ✌️

@elenaleon9391

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Eva. I'm going through the same thing right now. I'm trying to wear what I already own, but I have purchased a couple of second hand items. If you have friends who can lend you some clothes, that's great. If not, make sure to check second hand stores/apps. There are a lot of options out there since, as you said, we'll only use these pieces for a while. Good luck :)

@evahalkova2859

2 жыл бұрын

@@elenaleon9391 Hi, that's great! Yes second hand are next on my list. However second hands here in the Czech republic are not so great - bad materials and very destroyed clothes. I think I'll ve solving it as I go. Good luck to you too ✌️I hope the rest of the pregnancy goes well!

@AlyssaBeltempo

2 жыл бұрын

Wow Eva congratulations!! Thank you for sharing. That is an amazing way to approach your changing body - I am sure you will look amazing in your new to you items! xx

@cbp7062

2 жыл бұрын

I too avoided buying new maternity clothes. I was able to borrow some large pieces of normal clothes from friends and family but I suggest if you must buy something, get 1 or 2 empire waist type of dresses as you can wear them pregnant or not ;-)

@evahalkova2859

2 жыл бұрын

@@cbp7062 I am very lucky to ve mostly pregnant during summer, So skirts and dresses will be my go tos.

When I wear all black, navy, or white, I add only a show stopper cuff bracelet. Always a good conversation starter 🥳

Can you do a video on a summer wardrobe? Our summers are so hot (100-115F) and I just want to feel comfortable and still look stylish. We have lived here for several years and I still have not figured it out

Great tips Alyssa.💃💖🌺💕 🕊🌿🌲🌳🌴🍀🌱🌾🍃🌻🕊🌿🌲🌳🌵🌴🍃🌾🌱🕊🌿🌲🌳🌵🍀🌴🌻🌱🌾🍃 1. Time. 2. Garment appropriate care. 3. Question traditional use of wardrobe pieces. 4. Proportions and harmony, that suit you & your personality. 5. Treasure and re use all existing items by mixing and experimenting with new out fit combinations. Don't be hard on yourself, we are all on our own style journey. Keep within your own budget. Love Princess Holly of Australia hairdresser 🕊🌿🌲🌳🌴🍀🌱🍃🌾

What a great video. I need to gather all my clothing care items in a basket and use them 🙄! If I was in a watch buying mood, I’d definitely buy a Nordgreen BUT just found my dads vintage Seiko and am going to get it cleaned and maybe a new band (he passed 24 years ago and it was in my jewelry box in our safe. You have inspired me to use what I have and treasure item ❤️)

@fredalearhinan6693

2 жыл бұрын

What a surprise to read your comment on your dad's watch... I am wearing a Christian Bernard gold watch that is at least 50yrs old ... you enjoy honouring your Dad by we a ring his watch ⌚ x

@kathysteele3071

2 жыл бұрын

@@fredalearhinan6693 thank you! Can’t wait to get to the jewelers

@angelamelum4304

2 жыл бұрын

I wear my mom’s watch nearly every day. I had to replace the battery and that was it. It is priceless to me.

@kathysteele3071

2 жыл бұрын

@@angelamelum4304 Amazing

@janicevin4207

2 жыл бұрын

I have worn a man's old fashion watch for ever (the one which you have to wind manually) and I am wearing now my late husband watch. To be honest I love men's style watches and watches in general and they are a big part of my accessories....

I love planning the day before so that I don’t have to think about what to wear early in the morning!

I try to plan what I’m wearing by the week-I check the weather to anticipate changes. I try to have back up alternatives if something unexpected comes up. I am able to avoid the last minute panic staring hopelessly into my closet ( mostly!)

Thank you! I loved being able to sit in your garden with you…. Made me feel like I was in Europe!!!

Hi Alyssa, great vlog as always! This year I bought one of those rolling clothes racks for my room and it has really helped me work with my style. I used it recently to build a capsule for travel and for the first time, I found I packed exactly what I needed to visit family in Florida, something I have always struggled with for all sorts of reasons. I also use it to hang items I think I will get a lot of use from in a given week based on weather and my planned activities. So on a cool week I hang a long cashmere cardigan for example and I’m surprised at how many outfits I can just add it to. Sometimes I just really get into an item and I hang it there and find all sorts of ways to wear it throughout the week. I also hang garments that need to be steamed - that way I don’t forget to do it. You’ve never talked about racks, lol, but seeing you (and others!) use one gave me the idea, so thanks!!

@AlyssaBeltempo

2 жыл бұрын

Yes! I love a rolling rack for all of those reasons! I mentioned it a long time ago in my merchandising your closet video :) An oldie but a goodie tip!

@almabackstrom5414

2 жыл бұрын

I just picked up a rolling rack for the same reasons. So good to hear how you are using yours. Thank you for sharing these tips and suggestions. ❤

@_andreamakes

2 жыл бұрын

Such a great idea! Love how you use a rolling rack.

@jocmtl

2 жыл бұрын

@@AlyssaBeltempo oh i’ll have to go back in the Alyssa archive for that video on merchandising your closet!!

I love how you interpret style. It's not a cold set of rules - it's your soul and your everyday. You just fit into the Meditteranean living so well! 🌞🌊👠

My tip is to get your outfit ready the night before. It makes getting dressed the next morning so much easier.

These are all great tips. Playing in your closet is my favorite tip. I play in my closet more and more. I wish I could take a good 30 min sometimes but I find I get overwhelmed so I usually take 5 or 10 min and just work with one item and see how many things I can pair with it that I haven't before. It might be a pair of pants or a big chunky bracelet or a pair of boots. Those 5 -10 min sessions snuck in here and there add up. And I just realized now I could take photos of my ideas for later...another tip...

Hi Alyssa! I can’t express how much I love your background in the last two videos. Your content is so on point, relevant and useful. Thanks a lot for everything that you share with us Love from Connecticut

@AlyssaBeltempo

2 жыл бұрын

ahhh i'm so glad you're enjoying it thank you for watching! xx

When choosing outfits I try to give myself time. If I rush, I choose the same thing over and over and then I don't feel like I have anything to wear. I like to start with the one thing I want to wear. I lay it out on the bed then start putting other things with it. Even if I don't think they go, sometimes they do. The true test is when I wear it "does it feel like me". If it doesn't, no big deal. At least I tried something new. Thanks so much!

Planning a few outfits on Sunday for the week ahead makes a big difference in my style confidence, as well as smoother, less stressful 'getting ready for work' in less time. I pull the pieces, as well as jewelry and shoes, and put it all together on my rolling rack.

I always put the clothes I wore and need ironing back on the hanger but not in the closet just in the front of my clothing rack so I remember to do it asap.When I was still working I used to prepare a few outfits ideas for the week on my clothing rack and it was very effective now that I am retired I stopped doing it thinking I have time to do it each morning! it does not work I don't feel going through my closet every day! so back to the rack system!

@AlyssaBeltempo

2 жыл бұрын

yes - I love a clothing rack to prepare ideas - so good! xx

I've been pondering something today, perhaps it's something you could help with. I was wondering if you had any tips for combining different aesthetics with confidence? This summer I've been trying to incorporate some minimally.shaped linen boxy garments but I'm also into sporty stuff and color. How can I combine without looking like a tourist 😂😂

These are such good reminders. I especially appreciated when you spoke about drama versus harmony. I'm realizing that harmonious is a word I need to own and keep in mind when I shop. The pieces and the outfits I love the most have a definite sense of harmony about them. As always, thanks for the insights! Gorgeous setting for today's video as well!

Hi Alyssa: What you are doing is so important. As a Chilean i am chocked by the effects of over consumption and textile waist. Have you seen images from the mountains of discarded clothes that end up at the ATACAMA dessert in Chile? DW has an excellent report. Since I saw it I stopped buying new things with the only exceptions of undergarments, socks and shoes. In my grandmother's time people would reuse garments, adapt them to fit other family members, upgrade changing the buttons etc. While in college I made a dress out of these white embroidered sheets that I dyed purple. People offered to buy my dress! I think i will start dying older garments to refresh them. So much waist ! It is tragic how all this ends up in poorer countries.

Thanks, Alyssa. Great video. Am putting more thought into slow fashion. Am also looking for washable garments as opposed to dry clean only. Happy Sunday!

I am so glad to have found this channel recently. I have only been embracing slow fashion for about a year but it has been a much-needed and welcomed journey and your channel is going to help so much!

Another wonderful video with somegreat suggestions as I prepare my wardrobe for early retirement and a cross-country move from Seattle to Pittsburgh. I'm grateful every day for some of the insights I've gained on my slow-fashion journey with you. Thank you!

So inspired! I’m on a minimalist journey and slow fashion is a great match. You give me a lot of tips and it helps me. I had a heavy stress attack begin February so I’m working on myself and my life. This journey helps a lot to peace and rest. 🥰 thank you 🙏🏻

We all have that friend that can look great in a paper bag - she helped me redesign my closet and it changed my daily life. Pulled everything out, laid it out by color (was I in a black rut), went through each piece - donate keep; then put it all back in color blocks. Now easy to find and mix, match. Each January I turn backwards every single hanger, if not worn in 6 month the it is removed and donated. We go through all 4 seasons and temps in 6 mo. Color blocking your wardrobe is a game changer.

Hi Alyssa, I have been following your videos for months now and it really has influenced my clothing style. I’m actually getting lots of compliments of always dressing stylish. People commented that I have an ,abundance’ of clothes. All I do is recycling old garments in my closet and styling them in different ways 🤣Occasionally I purchase a basic piece to add my wardrobe but I have become very mindful in doing so. Unfortunately I do not have access to a thrived shop but I try to alter garments myself; thank you for the wonderful tips.

I love your creative approach! I also wore one of my dresses backwards some while ago, because of a too low front cut. It looked amazing with a bare back and front neckline!

Hi Alyssa, I am very thankful for your 5 Easy Habits that you actually give me an eye-opening moment in learning and developing my own style! Brava 💖

Thank you, as always, for relatable tips. I agree with spending time with your items and try-ons certainly help me. If I wear something out and I do not feel like my best self, I make the decision to donate at that point and the garment does not return - this is part of my year long declutter efforts.

Lol the last tip was the best one I think, I have this chair that collects my jeans and sweaters on the regular, and then my fluffy cat either thinks the floor is where they should be, OR makes herself a house hippo nest in them. Heh, put your sh*te away _inf!! 💚 Love these lazy day formats, so cozy!

@AlyssaBeltempo

2 жыл бұрын

ahh so glad you like this format and totally get the chair that converts to a cat palace! xx

I just can’t believe how AMAZING your contents are, best channel ever. I have been watching YT for over 13 years and haven’t received so much USEFUL information like I have here. I bought so many clothes spent so much money lived in clutter till I found you. I no longer just buy buy and never wear your small tips took me style to the next step. SO THANK YOU VERU MUCH ❤️

@AlyssaBeltempo

2 жыл бұрын

wow Amal thank you so much for sharing i am honoured to be part of your slow fashion journey! xx

Hello from Southern California! Love your channel! I’m purging my not-so-crowded closet to create a fresh, classic mindful wardrobe. U have impeccable style. Thank you for such a helpful and beautiful channel!

@AlyssaBeltempo

2 жыл бұрын

ah what a great project - i'm grateful to be part of it! xx

Love this laid back format! Just enough info to boost my energy!

@AlyssaBeltempo

2 жыл бұрын

yay! Thanks for letting me know!

Love that last suggestion about putting your clothes away at the end of the day! Ok, laundry or back in closet or mend or get rid of that stain. Such a good practice. I’ve seen so many women with a great outfit but they forgot to mend the button or there are stains which didn’t get addressed.

Stumble across this video... can’t wait to see more!! Would you share where the blue shirt you are wearing is from? I’ve been looking for one like this for quite a while. Thank you 😊

Bonjour! I already knew and have these habits, but I absolutely loved the beautiful background in this video, so relaxing, a perfect choice to showcase your wonderful personality and great tips. Thank you!

Great video! I agree that good style does require more time. Sometimes it can help you save time down the road, too, if you play with your closet and come up with, say, a uniform you like which makes it easier to get dressed.

I love this video. I wore a nice dress backwards in high school. It was prettier and more flattering to me. And long before "ruching" was a thing (as far as I know), I "ruched" a top with a safety pin.

Ola Alyssa, thank you for your content, it’s helped me declutter some of my clothes since I’ve retired, obrigada. We are going to visit Portugal this year and my hope is to pack everything in a carryon bag. The issue I’m going to have is not to go crazy and buy clothes in Portugal, I still have a few pieces when we went to Lisbon three years ago; any advice would greatly appreciated.

Great video. You mentioned preparing and putting clothes away. Which made me think about laundry. I would enjoy a video of item care and how frequently things are washed versus worn. It seems this differs per culture. What do clothes need? It is taboo in my area, if items aren't washed after being worn each time. But I know that not everyone does that.

Excellent! Also food for thought, restyle what you already wear. Make a gown a two piece, and so on. Having a good seamstress, could make minor adjustments symptoms, for way cheaper and allows you use the things you already have. No waste.

I'm new to your channel and am so glad I found you! BTW, how tall are you? 🙃

I own two Nordgreen watches and I love them! Wear one every day. So classy! Good video, great advice on keeping one’s closet organized!

Love that new haircut!!

Hi Alyssa!! Such a gorgeous vlog! Love seeing your surroundings! I’ve been such a fashion addict and shopaholic all my life and have so many clothes I can’t see straight, “retail therapy”. Thank you for your vlogs!!! This is one of your best videos. I’m working on simplifying and downsizing daily, but then I go to Zara or see Ralph Lauren email and buy 5 blazers? How do I conquer this? Please help! Any recommendations for a good small steamer? Thx much yr fabulous💜and look better than anyone I’ve seen in a button down shirt, not my style. But looks so glamorously fab and chic on you🌸🌸🌸 🏖greetings from California Dont forget your sunscreen

Hi Alyssa - Thank you for all your helpful videos. I love your approach and style. I would love to see some videos about dressing in very hot and humid climates.

Hello Alyssa! What a great video! Again. All good things start simply, your suggested habits, provide a great foundation for building a wardrobe that works for us, and that we enjoy! Thank you!!!

@AlyssaBeltempo

2 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad you enjoyed it and found it helpful! Thank you for watching xx

Wow, I like your hair cut and style in this video so much, even did a snap for my hairdresser 😍 And I like this topic very much, would love to see more videos about that, so useful for me❤

I am so happy found your channel here. Especially I just recently have a chance to move to Italy from England. And my aim to achieve in 2022 is to transform myself as minimalist with style. Love your videos so much

@AlyssaBeltempo

2 жыл бұрын

ahhh how lucky you are!! Thank you for watching xx

Well done video, thanks! The Nordgreen watch I like is sold out. Do you know if they have restock often?

Love, love, love this channel! I wonder how I didn't find it sooner ❤️

Hello Alyssa! Thanks for the very useful video!

I just love you so much!! This warms my heart soothes my soul how you are healing the planetXXOO

Great tips! Love the eye roll with the gardener noise! 😂

Another great video! Thanks for all you do for women.

I asked for a Nordgreen watch for last Christmas and I love it :) 3 straps, so I basically have 3 different watches, whichs feels so luxurious

I just found one of those espresso coffee makes at a thrift store for $5, online $40! Crazy that you showed it here!

Hi Alyssa, thank you so much for these tips! I have been admiring your light black long sleeve sweater for a few videos now- would you mind sharing where you purchased this from? thank you so much 🤍

I color code my closet. It acts like an artist’s palette, and helps me coordinate perfectly.

Hello from California! Love your video and suggestions. Your style is impeccable.

@AlyssaBeltempo

2 жыл бұрын

you are too kind - thank you for the compliment!

Thank you!!!🌹

Great ideas and insights, Alyssa. Thank you! Where is your blue shirt from? Such a beautiful shade and cut!

Thank you for sharing this video!

Hi Alyssa! Love your videos. I was wondering what size watch face you're wearing....is it the 36mm or 40mm? I'm trying to decide which size is for me. Thank you!

Closet organization that is my battle

@elbee1290

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, same here! Wish I could find a system that works...sort by season? by color? etc...can't figure it out without getting very overwhelmed by it all.

Hi Alyssa, could you help us petites please. I had my colour and image done about 20 years ago and I loved it. I’m a petite gamine. 5’ 0 inch. 120lbs. I’m fed up because there are so few knee length dresses. Most are midi and maxi. What to do! Xxxx

You are so lovely, especially your hair and I really like your style. Love the blue on you. It has been awhile since I visited this channel. Is there a style video for warm weather dressing? I live in the deep south, USA where it is hot and humid out and artic cold inside because of air conditioning. Also I wondered if you have a capsule wardrobe or have a full closet

Fab video. Thank you. Could you zoom in on the rings you’re wearing here? They look so nice against your white mug.

great habits! thank you for sharing (as always), Alyssa

@AlyssaBeltempo

2 жыл бұрын

my pleasure! xx

Hi Alyssa love your videos ! Thank you for all your inspiring ideas. Would you mind sharing where you purchased the lovely long sleeved shirt you’re wearing in this video? It looks great on you. Thanks so much ~ Karen

Hi gorgeous! Ok I saved up and got the Nordgreen the two tone 36m watch. I LOVE it! Do you know if links can be removed form the two tone band? I messaged them but haven't heard back. I have a 6 inch wrist so it would be more comfy if it was just a wee bit smaller. Hugs! :-)

Great tips. I love to iron our clothes and i line dry it as well. Look at each garment and fix little issues before they become bigger issues that can potentially ruin the garment. I look after my clothes, so they last a long time. You don't have to spend a lot of money to look good, clean, ironed, polished goes a long way in making you look good. One last thing, if you can't walk in heels don't do it, i remember seeing a beautiful woman in Zurich, she was tall, elegant and was carrying designer brands shopping bags, but she couldn't walk in heels which she had totally ruined and so the whole scene looked awful.

Slow fashion fan ! Love your channel & your fashion style! Yey- from an older generation !

@AlyssaBeltempo

2 жыл бұрын

thank you so much for watching!

Thanks beautiful! Great tips! Also, I love the today's video background. That is my style, drinking my coffee in beautiful and peaceful patio. Where is it?

@AlyssaBeltempo

2 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad you like it! It is our airbnb in Croatia! We are here until end of July xx

They idea of placing tops/bottoms backwords have being on of some styling changes, specially with blazers and sweaters in a season interchange moment, that tip really helps in My closet, and most that we can play with sweaters as scarves. or wrap around my waist for pop of colors

@AlyssaBeltempo

2 жыл бұрын

so glad that resonated! xx

I did. Always do. 💕

Alyssa, was this shot in Portugal, or Croatia? Lovely as always. 💖

Hi Alyssa, can you post a link to the watch that you're wearing? Thank you! Rhonda

Hello! Who makes your blue top and brown blazer in this video??? Thanks!

Just love my Nordgreen watch , I’d highly recommend .

I’ve been following you for a long time and I really love your videos. My biggest issue is finding clothing that fits. I am 5‘10“ which I don’t think is all that tall, however there are zero pants that ever fit me. I think part of the problem too is that I’m short-waisted. The best I can do is jeans and leggings. I also live in a sort of clothing desert so I have to buy the majority of my clothes online. Can you recommend one or more websites that offer quality items in tall sizes?

Another great video… thanks for sharing your great strategies for enjoying what we already own. Looking fab - Croatia looks good on you!

@AlyssaBeltempo

2 жыл бұрын

My pleasure! And thank you so much, it is an amazing place! xx

Always great advise!

Would love a video about jewellery - how you style, where u purchase from etc

One tip that works for me is I hang a favourite skinny Brave belt on the same hanger as my silk Kooples dress and that way I have an instant going out look.

@AlyssaBeltempo

2 жыл бұрын

love that! xx

Yup! A little bit of steam or ironing and putting away clothes helps getting dressed ;)

Hi Alyssa, I would love to know about belts. How or what to wear different style of belts. Thanks

Love this video!

Great tips!!

Can you please tell us where you got those amazing black pants?

Lovely video & helpful information!!! ♥️♥️♥️🌺🌺🌺🥰🥰🥰

I LOVE your hair in this video

Love you and love your idea ❤️❤️❤️

@AlyssaBeltempo

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Snezana!

Nice background you chose for filming the video. Liked it 🙂

@AlyssaBeltempo

2 жыл бұрын

thank you Rubina! xx