I think it would have been helpful to mention you need to pay an ongoing subscription for Oura otherwise it’s a very expensive paperweight. Just my 2 pennies…
This is a great series idea! Really enjoyed this format. Having two people for possible differing opinions. No section was too long and covered a good quantity of items. Would like to see more of these in the future.
I loved the format of this video! A true review! I gotta say, this has been my favorite video since I've started watching you guys. The discussion and testing is great!
@@PackHackerthe Oura ring! Just kidding…the Bpluma Travel Bottles (looks cute) and the Travel Hangers. The travel hangers was a bit of letdown. Was interested in it as we had shortage of hangers for our kid’s clothes back on our trip to Cancun last week. The one featured on TikTok looks more functional though. Sucks that it isn’t available now.
I think this is my favorite Packer Hacker video I've seen to date - it's great seeing your expertise applied to these products in detail (such as what details to look for) vs a specific list of high-end travel gear. Hopefully more of these to come!
For the Riemot Luggage Cup Holder, I personally only use it when I'm sitting at my gate waiting for the plane. Most of the time when we travel, it's hard to find a place to put your drink(s) and my other half and I are able to have a drink hands free at our gate. I then just stuff it in my backpack or stuff it in the suitcase when it's time to board.
Luggage covers......I have fabric ones (not plastic) that I use to keep my luggage clean but also to make it super easy to identify on the luggage belt. It has zippers on both sides so that you don't have to worry what side the handle is on..... However on my last international flight my suitcase was so badly damaged (from overpacking) that if I didn't have the cover on my belongings would have been scattered EVERYWHERE!!! I am so grateful for mine.
This was really fun to watch! I hope you do more of these. I think a lot of your viewers are like me- they'll never travel to the extent that you do, so a $400.00 backpack is just never going to happen. But to have serious travelers review these tiktok items and give their honest opinion is really helpful. It's nice to know that it's not all junk and that some of it's actually worth thinking about.
Great video! This is the perfect topic for something lighter and unscripted, I’d love to see more of these. Also, it’s great to get multiple opinions - I know it’s much more feasible/economical to only have one person doing most videos/reviews, but every traveler is different, and getting multiple takes even within the Pack Hacker team makes for great content. More, please!
As someone who travels a bit differently than you folks, but quite a bit, I would say that the folding hangers are incredibly useful and do not take up a lot of space or weight. When you sink wash and you want to hang things to dry over the shower curtain rod, these really do the trick. A lot of times there are no hangers or they are deliberately designed to be too small to fit over a normal rod or they are the kind that hook into a permanently fixed hanger. Socks and bras will hang on the little hook parts and you can get multiple things on 1 hanger. I would not travel without at least 3 of these. They are even more useful with a couple of clothes pins which also do not take up much space or weight and are useful for many things. Also I like your backpack reviews but am becoming increasingly frustrated with 2 things which are not important to you but vital to me. I need a trolley strap on the back of the backpack. I can't carry a backpack for very long - I'm a lot older than you folks and it isn't possible for me anymore. I travel with a carry on size suitcase and a backpack. No trolley strap means I won't buy the back pack. It is hard to find a top quality backpack that also has a trolley strap and is a personal item size. If you have a trolley sleeve, you don't need the cincha belt. Also I don't carry a laptop anymore - just a tablet. A laptop sleeve is basically wasted on me. If I could find a quality backpack with a nicely padded tablet compartment only and a trolley sleeve which is a personal item size (i.e. 18 inches tall), I would be very happy. BTW: Back in the olden days, suitcases came with a detachable strap that had a specific fitting on the top of the suitcase to hold the strap and the other end was a loop with a buckle that you could use to strap another suitcase or back pack to and then you could pull both of them at the same time with no issues. I don't understand why these were dropped - cost I suppose.
I really enjoyed this video, it was nice to see an honest opinion on these items. I think many of the CZcamsrs out there are just slaves to consumerism and don't really think about whether an item will work long-term.
Like Tom, I would probably only try the lint roller. I truly value his opinion. And, in my older age, my purchases and what takes up space in my home are especially important.
The format of the video was great, it was honestly nice to see your gut reactions first hand and at least for somethings seeing what you guys might wanna take the time to test later or see what could end up in a future video.
Really enjoyed this video! TikTok has so many sponsored posts and ads now that it's hard to figure out what's actually good---but happy to hear from the OG travel packing reviewers. Confirmed my thoughts about that backpack (and its issues) in spite of it being mega-viral
I have a reusable lint roller that I got from Amazon. It’s a TPE ball that sits inside a holder and you just run it under a tap and let it dry to use again. Some people might consider it bulky but it fits inside my travel laundry bag (with those coat hangers that you also reviewed as well as laundry sheets and a small sewing kit)
I have the drink holder and LOVE it. I put my coffee, phone, charger, cables, passport and boarding passes and am hands free. Great to avoid juggling a million little things in check in line and onto plane. For me indispensable and packs flat once you get to seat.
The cup holder over the handle of your luggage I got as a gift. I haven’t taken it when I have flown, but I take it on car trips. I like to travel with coffee and water when I start out in the morning. The holder makes it much easier to get out of the motel room in one trip.
My cousin has the travel belt, not from Cincha, just a knockoff brand from Amazon, it works great for her. I have the travel hangers way before TikTok, I take 2 or 3 with me, some hotels only give you 4 to 6 hangers and my travel partner usually has 10 thousand outfits to hang. The hangers are very lightweight and don't take up much space in the luggage. Love this episode, you guys probably travel more than most of us, it's nice to hear the real travelers' opinions on these products.
I like this concept it keeps people from getting ripped off to all be it on your dime Tom lol this was a fresh change and cool video! I watch your guys video on repeat all the time I am a gadget and bag nerd ! So I am always curious about these types of gadgets.
I’m in agreement with the other comments here that enjoy this format. It’s nice seeing reviews of these products through a well-traveled lens. It’s also so nice seeing y’all’s authentic reactions and emotions without the constraint of a script. I’d love to see more of these genuine moments. Signing off with some 7:49 energy Peace ✌🏼
I actually do like the backpack in the beginning. I have a newer version but it’s a nice (and cheap) option for budget airlines. I fly spirit for weekend trips to orlando and the bag is perfect as my personal item. I use the shoe compartment for my dirty clothes… I also never bring a laptop and use that compartment for my folder with all my paperwork. I always print out my hotel info and park stuff.
I have carried a strap with a clip bullet in the front of my suitcase for years not only is it handy for clipping your bag in the handle but also to put two rolling bags together to pull them both at once... you don't need one that fancy though.
The coat hangers are the best item in your video. I haven’t yet ordered anything from tik tok. It’s mostly from Amazon where most of my travel stuff comes from. Some nifty things on there inc. the hangers.
I really liked the (slower) pacing of this video and the reasoning that went into the answers. Important things like quality materials and just feel. Some items would be good for other cases, like the blanket on the plane - if it's a good quality. I'm not bringing a coat with me to a beach trip. Or That all in one plug, I'd definitely recommend something like that because you can charge multiple devices at once (we're a family of three) so 3 phones, a battery pack, headphones don't all need separate chargers. I've definitely wanted a drink carrier while getting coffee for me and my husband and I had my roller bag with me. Bag + 2 coffees is not enough hands. But it would have to be a really slick device just to fill that very short need. I would enjoy more review videos like this but it doesn't have to be tiktok stuff either.
Saw a video recently on Camping products available at Ikea, where they chose items available there that would be appropriate, and rugged enough, for that kind of adventure that folks could get on a budget. I would love to see your take on this as some of the items they chose were travel-oriented, incl some packing cubes!
The hangers are good when you are visiting friends, you know you will be going out to social events and therefore packed appropriate dress clothing, but your hosts don't have enough hangers for you. Had this happen to me and there was no iron, so, yeah, had to go out as a wrinkled mess. Yup I did buy some (long before they ever showed up on TikTok) and only take them when I know I will need them.
I actually have the clear suitcase cover and they have had to open up my suitcase in security mine has Velcro on the bottom so it is easy to take off. It covers my pink suitcase from getting dirty. I love it
for hangers I use Ikea's slib clothes pin with Muji's foldable hanger (which looks like a flat candy cane) other wise ikea's slib clothes pin with loops alone is hella versatile
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I think it would have been helpful to mention you need to pay an ongoing subscription for Oura otherwise it’s a very expensive paperweight. Just my 2 pennies…
Would like more of these! It’s nice to see legit opinions on some of these random internet finds
Thanks for the feedback, Sean! 😀
Agreed!
Same!
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I second this!
This is a great series idea! Really enjoyed this format. Having two people for possible differing opinions. No section was too long and covered a good quantity of items. Would like to see more of these in the future.
Thanks for sharing your insights! 🤙
Agree!
I loved the format of this video! A true review! I gotta say, this has been my favorite video since I've started watching you guys. The discussion and testing is great!
Thanks for watching 😃 What was your favorite product?!
@@PackHackerI liked the cincha until I saw the price! 😂
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if there’s anything i learned from this video, it’s that i don’t need 90% of these viral travel products
What's in the 10 percent?! 😃
I really enjoyed this one 😁 a lot more laid back and fun and I like that both of you are in the video ❤️
Thanks for watching, Marissa!
Great video! Reviewing these kinds of products fit the casual review format perfectly.
What was your favorite thing that we covered? 🧐
@@PackHackerthe Oura ring! Just kidding…the Bpluma Travel Bottles (looks cute) and the Travel Hangers. The travel hangers was a bit of letdown. Was interested in it as we had shortage of hangers for our kid’s clothes back on our trip to Cancun last week. The one featured on TikTok looks more functional though. Sucks that it isn’t available now.
Thanks for sharing! 🤙😃
I think this is my favorite Packer Hacker video I've seen to date - it's great seeing your expertise applied to these products in detail (such as what details to look for) vs a specific list of high-end travel gear. Hopefully more of these to come!
Thanks for the feedback! 😃
For the Riemot Luggage Cup Holder, I personally only use it when I'm sitting at my gate waiting for the plane. Most of the time when we travel, it's hard to find a place to put your drink(s) and my other half and I are able to have a drink hands free at our gate. I then just stuff it in my backpack or stuff it in the suitcase when it's time to board.
Thanks for sharing your insights! 🤙
This was honestly one of the best videos you've ever made! Felt very natural and authentic with the two of you chatting about the products.
Thanks for sharing your insights! 🤙
Really enjoyed the off the cuff and tag team approach, was definitely fun.
Thanks for watching! 😃
This was so fun to watch you guys like this, much more casual and we get see your personailities more
Thanks for the feedback! 😃
Luggage covers......I have fabric ones (not plastic) that I use to keep my luggage clean but also to make it super easy to identify on the luggage belt. It has zippers on both sides so that you don't have to worry what side the handle is on..... However on my last international flight my suitcase was so badly damaged (from overpacking) that if I didn't have the cover on my belongings would have been scattered EVERYWHERE!!! I am so grateful for mine.
This was really fun to watch! I hope you do more of these. I think a lot of your viewers are like me- they'll never travel to the extent that you do, so a $400.00 backpack is just never going to happen. But to have serious travelers review these tiktok items and give their honest opinion is really helpful. It's nice to know that it's not all junk and that some of it's actually worth thinking about.
Thanks for checking the video out! 😃 We're happy to help!
The enthusiasm and banter - this has rocketed to the top of my fav videos from this channel.
Thanks for watching! 😃
Great video! This is the perfect topic for something lighter and unscripted, I’d love to see more of these. Also, it’s great to get multiple opinions - I know it’s much more feasible/economical to only have one person doing most videos/reviews, but every traveler is different, and getting multiple takes even within the Pack Hacker team makes for great content. More, please!
Thanks for the feedback! 😃
When you think about it. The guys in this channel travel alot so their opinions on these things are valid.
We like putting things to the test, Amir! 😃
Loves this new video!! Need more like this
Thanks for watching! 😃
As someone who travels a bit differently than you folks, but quite a bit, I would say that the folding hangers are incredibly useful and do not take up a lot of space or weight. When you sink wash and you want to hang things to dry over the shower curtain rod, these really do the trick. A lot of times there are no hangers or they are deliberately designed to be too small to fit over a normal rod or they are the kind that hook into a permanently fixed hanger. Socks and bras will hang on the little hook parts and you can get multiple things on 1 hanger. I would not travel without at least 3 of these. They are even more useful with a couple of clothes pins which also do not take up much space or weight and are useful for many things.
Also I like your backpack reviews but am becoming increasingly frustrated with 2 things which are not important to you but vital to me. I need a trolley strap on the back of the backpack. I can't carry a backpack for very long - I'm a lot older than you folks and it isn't possible for me anymore. I travel with a carry on size suitcase and a backpack. No trolley strap means I won't buy the back pack. It is hard to find a top quality backpack that also has a trolley strap and is a personal item size. If you have a trolley sleeve, you don't need the cincha belt. Also I don't carry a laptop anymore - just a tablet. A laptop sleeve is basically wasted on me. If I could find a quality backpack with a nicely padded tablet compartment only and a trolley sleeve which is a personal item size (i.e. 18 inches tall), I would be very happy.
BTW: Back in the olden days, suitcases came with a detachable strap that had a specific fitting on the top of the suitcase to hold the strap and the other end was a loop with a buckle that you could use to strap another suitcase or back pack to and then you could pull both of them at the same time with no issues. I don't understand why these were dropped - cost I suppose.
Thanks for sharing your insights! 🤙 You sure know your stuff. We appreciate you sharing it all with us!
I really enjoyed this video, it was nice to see an honest opinion on these items. I think many of the CZcamsrs out there are just slaves to consumerism and don't really think about whether an item will work long-term.
Thanks for the feedback, Debra 😃 Would you try any of these products?
Like Tom, I would probably only try the lint roller. I truly value his opinion. And, in my older age, my purchases and what takes up space in my home are especially important.
really like the video format, it's fun! thanks for the work
Thank you for the feedback! What should we try next? 🧐
@@PackHacker another "first impression"/"short trial" for popular/viral products would be nice!
It was fun to see you both talking about the products. Thanks.
Thanks for watching! 😃
Loved the style of this! More like it please! Great work team ❤
Thanks for watching! 😃
I love my travel hangers. I have been using them for years. Very handy when we do laundry.
Thanks for sharing your insights! 🤙
Love this video. Great info. You guys are the best!
Thank you, Donald! 😃 Thanks for watching.
The format of the video was great, it was honestly nice to see your gut reactions first hand and at least for somethings seeing what you guys might wanna take the time to test later or see what could end up in a future video.
Thanks for sharing your insights! 🤙
I personally really like the travel pillow for inside the car. My little one loves to cozy up with it.
Absolutely do this again. Love seeing someone I trust go thru the fads. Thanks for looking out for me!
Really enjoyed this video! TikTok has so many sponsored posts and ads now that it's hard to figure out what's actually good---but happy to hear from the OG travel packing reviewers. Confirmed my thoughts about that backpack (and its issues) in spite of it being mega-viral
Thanks for watching! 😃
This was a fun video, more of this format would be very welcomed!
Thanks for watching! 😃
PLEASE make this a series! 😍
What else would you like to see us review? 🧐
Loving the more casual style of this video!
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I'm glad y'all tested these out so I didn't have to spend money first! thanks.. fun video - laid back, interesting products, both hosts - enjoyed it
Which one from this video would you like to try? 🧐
the only one that looked useful for me were the hangers@@PackHacker
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I really liked this. Hope you will do more of these quick reviews.
Great content folks. Really fun video and format. Please continue with the series!!
Thanks for watching! 😃
MORE VIDS LIKE THIS! this was a fun watch
I'd like to see more videos in this idea, where you rapid-fire some viral gadgets and 2 people who can go back and forth over the value
Thanks for the feedback! 😃
I have a reusable lint roller that I got from Amazon. It’s a TPE ball that sits inside a holder and you just run it under a tap and let it dry to use again. Some people might consider it bulky but it fits inside my travel laundry bag (with those coat hangers that you also reviewed as well as laundry sheets and a small sewing kit)
I have the drink holder and LOVE it. I put my coffee, phone, charger, cables, passport and boarding passes and am hands free. Great to avoid juggling a million little things in check in line and onto plane. For me indispensable and packs flat once you get to seat.
Love it! Thanks for reviewing these! Saved me money! 😂
Would you try any of them? 🧐
No!
great review! more team, informal reviews please!
Thanks for watching 🫡
This is my favourite Packhacker video that's been shared for a while! Please do more of these!
Thanks for watching! 😃 What should we cover next? 🧐
This was fun!
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This was great!!! Would love more
Thanks for watching! 😃
Big fan of this unscripted style of vid! More of these please ❤
Thanks for watching! 😃
The cup holder over the handle of your luggage I got as a gift. I haven’t taken it when I have flown, but I take it on car trips. I like to travel with coffee and water when I start out in the morning. The holder makes it much easier to get out of the motel room in one trip.
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I hope this becomes a series!!
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I am kind of interested in that folding hanger but like you guys said, purely for wedding/business travel.
Let us know if you try it! 😃
Loved this video! More please!
Thanks for watching! 😃
Really like this format nice to hear the thought process used to evaluate a product
Thanks for watching! 😃
You can hear the disgust in Dan’s voice with some these products-especially the bag. 😂
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I love the hangers. I use them at home and for travel. I even put two items on one hanger
Thanks for sharing your insights! 🤙
My cousin has the travel belt, not from Cincha, just a knockoff brand from Amazon, it works great for her.
I have the travel hangers way before TikTok, I take 2 or 3 with me, some hotels only give you 4 to 6 hangers and my travel partner usually has 10 thousand outfits to hang. The hangers are very lightweight and don't take up much space in the luggage.
Love this episode, you guys probably travel more than most of us, it's nice to hear the real travelers' opinions on these products.
Thanks for sharing your insights! 🤙
I like this concept it keeps people from getting ripped off to all be it on your dime Tom lol this was a fresh change and cool video! I watch your guys video on repeat all the time I am a gadget and bag nerd ! So I am always curious about these types of gadgets.
Thanks for watching! 😃
Very cool format!
Thanks for watching! 😃
Loved it! Not to say i dont enjoy your other content, bit this felt more organic/less scripted. I honestly enjoy both styles of presentation.
Thanks for watching! 😃
The hangers are great if you are planning to wash some clothes in the hotel room, and hang them to dry. I have those, and I'm pretty happy with them!
Thanks for sharing your insights! 🤙
Great video!
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I’m in agreement with the other comments here that enjoy this format.
It’s nice seeing reviews of these products through a well-traveled lens.
It’s also so nice seeing y’all’s authentic reactions and emotions without the constraint of a script. I’d love to see more of these genuine moments.
Signing off with some 7:49 energy
Peace ✌🏼
Thanks for the feedback! 😃
I actually do like the backpack in the beginning. I have a newer version but it’s a nice (and cheap) option for budget airlines. I fly spirit for weekend trips to orlando and the bag is perfect as my personal item. I use the shoe compartment for my dirty clothes… I also never bring a laptop and use that compartment for my folder with all my paperwork. I always print out my hotel info and park stuff.
Thanks for sharing your insights! 🤙
Loved to see y'all's personalities!
Thanks for watching! 😃
Yes to this kind of video!
Thanks for sharing your insights! 🤙
I have carried a strap with a clip bullet in the front of my suitcase for years not only is it handy for clipping your bag in the handle but also to put two rolling bags together to pull them both at once... you don't need one that fancy though.
This a good format. I would watch more like this
Thanks for watching! 😃
The coat hangers are the best item in your video. I haven’t yet ordered anything from tik tok. It’s mostly from Amazon where most of my travel stuff comes from. Some nifty things on there inc. the hangers.
Thanks for watching! 😃
That pillow I’ve had for a decade plus and it’s actually great 👍🏽
I really liked the (slower) pacing of this video and the reasoning that went into the answers. Important things like quality materials and just feel. Some items would be good for other cases, like the blanket on the plane - if it's a good quality. I'm not bringing a coat with me to a beach trip. Or That all in one plug, I'd definitely recommend something like that because you can charge multiple devices at once (we're a family of three) so 3 phones, a battery pack, headphones don't all need separate chargers. I've definitely wanted a drink carrier while getting coffee for me and my husband and I had my roller bag with me. Bag + 2 coffees is not enough hands. But it would have to be a really slick device just to fill that very short need. I would enjoy more review videos like this but it doesn't have to be tiktok stuff either.
Tom's face is hilarious when the product is a nay!!!! hahahaha 😆
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the foldable hangersare great. when i travel for work the hotel i stay in never has enough hangers.
Love this video!!!
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Please do more of these- coming across these things on tiktok its hard to see which ones are actual reviews vs Amazon affiliate farming.
Thanks for watching! 😃
Love love love the casual chatty and fun style of this video!! You guys are fun and entertaining! Would love more content like this!
Thanks for watching! 😃
It's always nice to have the videos with some riffing and personality. Keep it up:)
Thanks for watching! 😃
Liked the video format too btw!
Overwhelming feedback is that not as scripted videos are much better
I use those travel hangers on every trip. Many closets don’t have enough hangers, and I use them to hang wet clothing to dry after handwashing
Thanks for sharing your insights! 🤙
Saw a video recently on Camping products available at Ikea, where they chose items available there that would be appropriate, and rugged enough, for that kind of adventure that folks could get on a budget. I would love to see your take on this as some of the items they chose were travel-oriented, incl some packing cubes!
Thanks for the suggestion! I’ll pass it along.
The hangers are good when you are visiting friends, you know you will be going out to social events and therefore packed appropriate dress clothing, but your hosts don't have enough hangers for you. Had this happen to me and there was no iron, so, yeah, had to go out as a wrinkled mess. Yup I did buy some (long before they ever showed up on TikTok) and only take them when I know I will need them.
Thanks for sharing your use case 😃
More videos like this please!! This was fun!
I enjoyed hearing your perspectives.
Thanks for watching! 😃
I actually travelled with the folding hangers in Europe during Winter, staying in dorms, and it helped heaps.
Thanks for sharing your insights! 🤙
The cup holder thing I use when I’m travelling on public transport to the airport as well as around the airport
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I do think y’all should review cheap bags too!
The hangers are great!! There are never enough hangers in hotel rooms.
We agree 😃
I like this format too! A lot of the 'Things You Actually Need' videos are just people shilling for affiliate $$
This video was awesome, very fun! Keep it up!
Thanks for watching! 😃
More of these types of videos please.
Thanks for watching! 😃
The washable silicone lint rollers are my preferred lint roller.
Do you have one to recommend? 🧐
great vid great new direction could watch more of these great idea 😁😁😁😁
Thanks for the feedback! 😃
Agreed with others, like this change up every once in a while.
Thanks for watching! 😃
We like this kind of video！❤😮😊
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Love this! More for sure. Also maybe some niche but truly useful items that you pick out on your own (vs viral TikToks).
Thanks for the suggestion! I’ll pass it along.
I actually have the clear suitcase cover and they have had to open up my suitcase in security mine has Velcro on the bottom so it is easy to take off. It covers my pink suitcase from getting dirty. I love it
I have a Cincha belt and absolutely love it! 🙂
Thanks for sharing your insights! 🤙
great video format would love to see more like this! You guys have great chemistry, and are giving real reactions and responses to the products
Thanks for the feedback! 😃
The travel adaptor you showed is great for cruise ships to utilize that 220 plug and open up the 110 plugs
for hangers I use Ikea's slib clothes pin with Muji's foldable hanger (which looks like a flat candy cane) other wise ikea's slib clothes pin with loops alone is hella versatile
Thanks for sharing your insights! 🤙
Honestly really liked this video, please continue doing more like this!
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This was great!
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girl are your eyes purple? Such a beautiful color! Great video btw
I really liked this format, it was fresh, the solo videos are great but seeing some of you actually together brought a new vibe
Thanks for watching! 😃
Fun seeing y'all together in a video!
Thanks for watching! 😃