20 Something Diaries | big girl home purchases, adjusting back into nyc life, ikea haul

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  • čas pƙidĂĄn 8. 12. 2022
  • Hello friends,
    Today's video is a busy one! It's been so great adjusting back into my regular routine here in NYC, catching up with friends, and further decorating my apartment. I feel like December is always such a busy month so I hope that you are finding a good balance between closing things off at work/slaying your final exams/getting whatever you need to get done, and also making space for yourself and time to spend time with your loved ones. As I'm writing this, it's flurrying here in NYC and I am so happy that I can see these things from my street-facing window 😂 Hope you all enjoy!
    xx,
    Julia
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Komentáƙe • 159

  • @ely4062
    @ely4062 Pƙed rokem +78

    Love the interactions between you and your bf.... especially towards the end of the video... you guys are just so comfortable with each other and not afraid to show it in your vlog, Your bf is great addition to your vlog, his commentary cracks me up and not to mention he has a soothing voice as well. Thanks for always keeping it real Julia!

    • @juliafei
      @juliafei  Pƙed rokem +4

      Aww thank you for the kind comment! Maybe I’ll let him speak a bit more in future videos đŸ€”đŸ„°

  • @ktu3078
    @ktu3078 Pƙed rokem +70

    Your relationship with your bf is so playful and cute đŸ„șđŸ„° really shows that you are comfortable with each other

    • @juliafei
      @juliafei  Pƙed rokem

      aww thank you! ❀ he loves this comment haha

  • @ilanarossouw4451
    @ilanarossouw4451 Pƙed rokem +14

    I love this series! Seeing our generation living life, figuring things out, and working towards making big moves is heartwarming đŸ–€

  • @missOhdrey
    @missOhdrey Pƙed rokem +30

    From when you visited this appartment for the 1st time to now it really look like a completely different place! You were right to go for it!

    • @juliafei
      @juliafei  Pƙed rokem +3

      The changes were night and day 😂😅

  • @meghanmoretti6078
    @meghanmoretti6078 Pƙed rokem +5

    Bed frame looks great! You could always get an artsy wall mounted headboard. Won’t change how far your bed sticks out, but adds that finished look. Plus, it doubles as cool wall art!

  • @johannaschwab6624
    @johannaschwab6624 Pƙed rokem +5

    For the room divider, you could hang a white linen curtain to divide the beed nook and the rest of the room. I think that would make it look more smooth. At Ikea you can get a little steel wire that works as a curtain rod so when its open, you almost don't see it. Just an idea from an architecture student. Xx

  • @garnetgem113
    @garnetgem113 Pƙed rokem +8

    The angry girlfriend walk đŸ€ŁđŸ€ȘđŸ€Ł Such an adorable couple & great friends. Love how the apartment is coming together. Can’t wait to see the finished kitchen! & OH Nooo
 “Trash Sneakers” đŸ€­ LOL

    • @juliafei
      @juliafei  Pƙed rokem

      Haha đŸ«¶ kitchen reveal coming soon 👀

  • @jadeparker5968
    @jadeparker5968 Pƙed rokem +1

    Your videos are my favorite!! I'm glad you have a bed frame now it made the whole space come together. I can't wait to see how everything looks once you are done!❀

  • @lesandthecity
    @lesandthecity Pƙed rokem +1

    I love the simplistic bedframe and the room divider. Such a vibe! Your vision for this apartment is really coming to life!

  • @rotienoxoxo
    @rotienoxoxo Pƙed rokem

    I love what you've done with the apartment in such a short time. So cute already!!! Love the vlogs 💕

  • @saracheung96
    @saracheung96 Pƙed rokem

    I just stumbled upon your videos and I really love how you’ve furnished the place so far!!

  • @brandondinh-le3291
    @brandondinh-le3291 Pƙed rokem +9

    Love the video! Glad to see your home finally coming together. A nightstand in the corner where all the art pieces are next to your bed would really tie that section together 😎

    • @juliafei
      @juliafei  Pƙed rokem

      100%! More additions coming in the future 😊

  • @BigScalyBird
    @BigScalyBird Pƙed rokem +3

    You made your place so cozy and cute! Love how much natural light there is. It’s cool that you blur our faces of people in the background.

    • @juliafei
      @juliafei  Pƙed rokem

      Thank you for your sweet comment đŸ«¶

  • @DianitaYoutube
    @DianitaYoutube Pƙed rokem +2

    You deserve more subscribers! Your content is soft and calming.

  • @amberjohnsonlogan
    @amberjohnsonlogan Pƙed rokem +4

    Super excited about all of this- happy to see what you are building. I thought I would be most happy about the frame, but that Room Divider, I think, is the winner!! Another great vlog- thanks for sharing and inspiring!

    • @juliafei
      @juliafei  Pƙed rokem

      The room divider has def grown on me!! Thank you for watching Amber ❀

  • @larissahora
    @larissahora Pƙed rokem +4

    hahaha your bf surprised by the amount of make up you own is a mood. this vlog had me smiling all over. love the apt upgrades. a tv!!! very nice julia!

    • @juliafei
      @juliafei  Pƙed rokem

      Aww so glad you enjoyed Larissa ❀

  • @reginen4788
    @reginen4788 Pƙed rokem +1

    Missing your videos, do you post weekly? Love your content it’s so relaxing and informative! Can’t wait for the next apt vid.

  • @periperiwinkle92
    @periperiwinkle92 Pƙed rokem

    congrats on your new place! as someone who also lives in a medium-sized studio apartment, my suggestion to you would be to get an ottoman bed frame! now I know, I know, you literally JUST bought a bed frame, but hear me out! in a studio apartment, storage space is SO limited, so my ottoman bed is literally a life saver! right now under my bed I currently store:
    - out of season clothes (winter when its summer and vice-versa);
    - clean bedsheets and towels;
    - empty suitcases;
    - box of christmas decoration;
    - various bits and bobs, like empty nintendo switch box, gift wrap tube, bubble wrap, etc.
    I cannot tell you how useful my ottoman bed is, I love it so much. I got it at Ikea and not only was it cheap it also looks beautiful.
    good luck with the rest of your journey making your apartment feel like home! it's a very cute place!

  • @moooz5793
    @moooz5793 Pƙed rokem

    I am soooo excited for a new vlog đŸ‘đŸ»đŸ‘đŸ»đŸ‘đŸ» I’ll just finish studying and I’ll come back and watch this while eating ❀❀❀

    • @juliafei
      @juliafei  Pƙed rokem

      Good luck studying ❀

  • @acupoftia11
    @acupoftia11 Pƙed rokem

    this was so cute!!! love the vibes💗✹💌

    • @juliafei
      @juliafei  Pƙed rokem

      thanks for stopping by ❀

  • @khalilahd.
    @khalilahd. Pƙed rokem +8

    Love to see you adulting and working hard! Hope you have a good weekend đŸ„°

  • @Juliette.488
    @Juliette.488 Pƙed rokem

    I love that you take the time to blur everyone’s faces 🌾

  • @HouseMeanyBeany
    @HouseMeanyBeany Pƙed rokem +8

    Finally a bed frame! I was putting off getting one for so long too haha

    • @juliafei
      @juliafei  Pƙed rokem

      đŸ™ŒđŸŒ hope you get one soon!

  • @ajb1064
    @ajb1064 Pƙed rokem

    Love the bed frame!! đŸ„°

  • @warmbreeze43
    @warmbreeze43 Pƙed rokem

    Can’t wait to view your whole apartment. Looking good

  • @20SomethingDiariess
    @20SomethingDiariess Pƙed rokem +2

    Your videos make my day

    • @juliafei
      @juliafei  Pƙed rokem +1

      This comment made my day ❀

  • @MareaInky
    @MareaInky Pƙed rokem

    love the bed frame!

  • @dogwithablog
    @dogwithablog Pƙed rokem

    I think an arched lamp in the corner near the bookcase / behind the couch would look AMAZING! Would also help bring some light into that corner :D

  • @patriciabarnhart1886
    @patriciabarnhart1886 Pƙed rokem +7

    Boyfriend with a mind of his own - love it❀

    • @juliafei
      @juliafei  Pƙed rokem

      He loves this comment too 😂

  • @tiffanytorres6353
    @tiffanytorres6353 Pƙed rokem

    Best part about a bed frame is under bead storage for seasonal items. Or you can get drawers for under it to use as a dresser.

    • @juliafei
      @juliafei  Pƙed rokem +1

      Yes!! Will definitely need that extra storage space

  • @drea_lou
    @drea_lou Pƙed rokem

    Aaw I remember the first time I purchased my first TV. It does hit different 💜 your place is coming together nicely. Can't wait to see what else you add to the place.

    • @juliafei
      @juliafei  Pƙed rokem

      I have been spending wayyy too much time with that tv lately 😅

    • @drea_lou
      @drea_lou Pƙed rokem

      @@juliafei Getting your money`s worth. It's too cold outside anyway 😂

  • @jlynd5526
    @jlynd5526 Pƙed rokem +1

    His shoes are retro. A good shoe if kept up. Oh, and your bed frame is very nice, I love the clean lines and the minimalism of it.💗

    • @juliafei
      @juliafei  Pƙed rokem

      Same here! Glad it turned out well đŸ„°

  • @beecast1036
    @beecast1036 Pƙed rokem +1

    Hi! I got so excited when I saw that you uploaded. May I suggest cutting off the bad leaves from your monstera. Usually the bad/dying leaves on plants slow down the rest of the plant from thriving.

    • @juliafei
      @juliafei  Pƙed rokem +1

      Yes ripped them off after I finished filming 😂 ty for watching đŸ«¶

  • @nicoleechong
    @nicoleechong Pƙed rokem

    Yay another new video!

  • @theschmittshow
    @theschmittshow Pƙed 8 měsĂ­ci

    New subscriber here and I am LOVING your content! Such chill vibes, relatable lifestyle and cozy editing choices. I wanted to ask, when filming in public (like the yoga class) do you usually ask the place or people if you can film in there or do you just try to casually set up your camera? I've been wanting to film parts of fitness classes and in public spaces too, but I feel SO awkward figuring out when i should ask or when I should just stealthily set something up haha thanks! 😂

  • @michaelperfect
    @michaelperfect Pƙed rokem +2

    Hi!! Can't wait to watch the video ✹💚

    • @juliafei
      @juliafei  Pƙed rokem +1

      Thank you for the support đŸ«¶

  • @mbuck5044
    @mbuck5044 Pƙed rokem

    Love the wooden bed frame, much better than mattress on the floor.

  • @anushkabanerjeee
    @anushkabanerjeee Pƙed rokem

    I have the same knife sharpener! But I feel like I don't use mine correctly because my knives are all still terrible and dull 😂 love how the apartment is shaping up, I think a lamp near your bed on a monochrome coloured stool next to the window would really pull it all together, if you keep your bed arranged the same way!

    • @juliafei
      @juliafei  Pƙed rokem

      Haha I haven’t used it yet but I’ll lyk how it goes 😅 I would really love another lamp to brighten up the place!

  • @janetruong9284
    @janetruong9284 Pƙed rokem

    Proud of the bedframe moment❀

    • @juliafei
      @juliafei  Pƙed rokem

      Thank you Jane đŸ„ČđŸ«¶

  • @user-jn1wu8hv7l
    @user-jn1wu8hv7l Pƙed rokem +2

    almost to 100k! :D

  • @user-jn1wu8hv7l
    @user-jn1wu8hv7l Pƙed rokem

    as someone who bought the exact same stool for my vanity, though it looks really cute and comfy enough, I ended up changing it for a chair with back support and its been great! lol
    & it looks like we got the same table to use as a vanity haha smart choice ^^

    • @juliafei
      @juliafei  Pƙed rokem

      Omg great minds think alike đŸ«¶ ok I will have to check out the chair and see if I like it 😅

  • @shiyi2087
    @shiyi2087 Pƙed rokem

    the way he’s right about the makeup chair 😭

  • @denisedavis2500
    @denisedavis2500 Pƙed rokem

    You can create a faux headboard look by placing some creative coverings, faux tiles, or cushion on the wall.

    • @juliafei
      @juliafei  Pƙed rokem

      There were other comments about diy headboards! Will def look into it Tyty 😊

  • @ohitsnathalie2618
    @ohitsnathalie2618 Pƙed rokem

    Omg so excited to see you got a bedframe at last. I can rest in peace now😅

    • @juliafei
      @juliafei  Pƙed rokem

      Hahah you and I both 😂

  • @mrss7688
    @mrss7688 Pƙed rokem +3

    He's got a point to the makeup chair but a backrest is a must

    • @juliafei
      @juliafei  Pƙed rokem

      Unfortunately did not get one with a backrest 😭😭😭

  • @ceciliahuerta_
    @ceciliahuerta_ Pƙed rokem

    i love your videos! what are you using to edit them?

  • @CM-th4ip
    @CM-th4ip Pƙed rokem

    I have the same bed frame. And l absolutely love it

    • @juliafei
      @juliafei  Pƙed rokem +1

      !! Hope it’s been holding up well for you

  • @jdeborahdevine5586
    @jdeborahdevine5586 Pƙed rokem

    I have this exact bed frame :)

  • @forevertaixo
    @forevertaixo Pƙed rokem

    The mirror 😍

  • @pomegranateghost
    @pomegranateghost Pƙed rokem

    You could get wall vinyl for a faux headboard maybe đŸ€”

  • @marthaobike1430
    @marthaobike1430 Pƙed rokem +1

    Love the introâ€đŸŽ‰

    • @juliafei
      @juliafei  Pƙed rokem +1

      Thank you Martha ❀

  • @margaridasantos5546
    @margaridasantos5546 Pƙed rokem

    i am so happy for you

    • @juliafei
      @juliafei  Pƙed rokem +1

      Thank you đŸ„ČđŸ„°

  • @turtleycoolnails3479
    @turtleycoolnails3479 Pƙed rokem

    I wish I knew you were looking for those IKEA desk items since I am about an hour from you!! I have the longer desk than that one, but the same drawer and it is just sitting in my office since I got a new desk recently. 😂

    • @juliafei
      @juliafei  Pƙed rokem

      Ahh! I was looking for a veryyy petite desk because space is limited 😂 hope you’re enjoying your new one!

  • @leahmojo2178
    @leahmojo2178 Pƙed rokem

    LOVE the bed frame! It’s giving adult đŸ”„ I am genuinely curious why you don’t hang the artwork on the walls? Is it a NY city thing like with drilling in the walls?

    • @juliafei
      @juliafei  Pƙed rokem +1

      No drilling rules for my apartment but I know there are for some other complexes! I’m just so indecisive on where to hang them 😂 I also thing laying them around is a look? Idk maybe 😅

  • @rainerk.8554
    @rainerk.8554 Pƙed rokem

    Love to see how happy you are with your boyfriend.

  • @FAROUKB.I
    @FAROUKB.I Pƙed rokem

    ❀❀❀❀

  • @emerizhang6160
    @emerizhang6160 Pƙed rokem

    as a fellow data scientist living in NYC, always love your videos and vibe! where's your room divider from?

    • @juliafei
      @juliafei  Pƙed rokem

      Thanks emeri! Linking here :) www.lichennyc.com/products/bamboo-divider

  • @startpage717
    @startpage717 Pƙed rokem

    He was correct about the make seating...

  • @_ryanlin_
    @_ryanlin_ Pƙed rokem

    great fun video!

    • @juliafei
      @juliafei  Pƙed rokem +1

      Thanks for watching 😊

  • @jensdeclassifiedtechsurviv5924

    OMG we’re like the same person😂 I also recently upgraded to a queen size bed AND bought the Mellow wooden bed frame. Our beds look exactly the same, number of pillows and all white

    • @jensdeclassifiedtechsurviv5924
      @jensdeclassifiedtechsurviv5924 Pƙed rokem

      It might be too late but I also have really small apartment so instead of tv, I got a projector and it saves sooo much space! Highly recommend

    • @juliafei
      @juliafei  Pƙed rokem

      I had a projector from my last apartment but I gotta tell you - this tv is a new luxury lolll I’ve been enjoying it a bit too much 😅

  • @raaaaainbows
    @raaaaainbows Pƙed rokem +1

    where's ur couch from!

  • @TheMisschrisaz
    @TheMisschrisaz Pƙed rokem +3

    I really like your bed frame. I always opt for something minimalist. It looks very chic!

    • @juliafei
      @juliafei  Pƙed rokem +1

      Yayyy glad you like it 😊

  • @tiensoshi
    @tiensoshi Pƙed rokem

    the foot blurring had to be the best part of the video LOL

  • @jennifergraham9679
    @jennifergraham9679 Pƙed rokem

    nice bed frame,,hope it work out for you.

  • @iamichelle
    @iamichelle Pƙed rokem

    Haha I was surprised to see the ac I have in your apt as well

  • @Ghost-sz7uo
    @Ghost-sz7uo Pƙed rokem +1

    i recently moved into a studio as well. i got myself a murphy bed. although it's quite pricey, it's well worth the investment since it can be such a great space saver. i was able to get a queen sized bed without it taking up a lot of space.

  • @adambaker549
    @adambaker549 Pƙed rokem

    I saw this DIY video last year? the lady didn't have room for a headboard so she got some peel and stick wallpaper and made an faux one that had the look of one, and covered most of it with decorative pillows

    • @juliafei
      @juliafei  Pƙed rokem

      Oooo will look into this DIY and see if it fits the alcove aesthetic!

  • @Orwellwascorrect
    @Orwellwascorrect Pƙed rokem +1

    This apartment is so much better

. Good move on the bed frame

    • @juliafei
      @juliafei  Pƙed rokem

      the changes are drastic 😂

  • @aikoolinares
    @aikoolinares Pƙed rokem +1

    Had to go to the comments to see where my Oreo defenders at 😆

    • @juliafei
      @juliafei  Pƙed rokem

      Haha you are not alone!!

  • @lisafilms1670
    @lisafilms1670 Pƙed 4 měsĂ­ci

    what couch do you have?

  • @vanessaj322
    @vanessaj322 Pƙed rokem +1

    hi Julia, where did you get the room divider?

    • @juliafei
      @juliafei  Pƙed rokem

      Linking here :) www.lichennyc.com/products/bamboo-divider

  • @daniellepark1656
    @daniellepark1656 Pƙed rokem

    my bum is officially on the internet LOL

  • @rafielpastor866
    @rafielpastor866 Pƙed rokem +46

    We’re not here for the Oreo 4 slander đŸ˜€đŸ˜€đŸ˜€đŸ˜€đŸ˜€

    • @juliafei
      @juliafei  Pƙed rokem +4

      You are obviously team boyfriend 🙄😂

    • @rafielpastor866
      @rafielpastor866 Pƙed rokem

      @@juliafei it’s just about being on the right side of history and unfortunately for you, Oppa’s taking the W this time 😼‍💹

    • @juliafei
      @juliafei  Pƙed rokem +2

      Lmao 😂😂😂 I’ll remember this


  • @skyeclarke7718
    @skyeclarke7718 Pƙed rokem +1

    Pfft when she blurred out her foot xD

    • @juliafei
      @juliafei  Pƙed rokem +1

      Hey I gotta protect them ok 😂

  • @richieair23
    @richieair23 Pƙed rokem +1

    Umm excuse Ma’am! Do not disrespect the Jordan 4 silhouette in the Oreo or in any color way lmao 😂
    Your boyfriend has good taste in sneakers lol. That library looks beautiful and your apartment is coming along great! Looking forward to your next vlog!

    • @juliafei
      @juliafei  Pƙed rokem +1

      OK I guess I have some subs who are Oreo lovers I get it 😂 ✋ thank you for watching 😊

  • @nosato
    @nosato Pƙed rokem

    Please, where did you get the room divider from??

    • @juliafei
      @juliafei  Pƙed rokem

      Here’s the link :) www.lichennyc.com/products/bamboo-divider

  • @rileyminichowski5833
    @rileyminichowski5833 Pƙed rokem

    Where did you get your coffee table?

  • @diannepavila3416
    @diannepavila3416 Pƙed rokem +1

    I don't know what cracked me up more, you calling your boyfriend "Maple Story Man" or the fact that you blurred out your feet at the end of the video😭😭😭

    • @juliafei
      @juliafei  Pƙed rokem

      Hahaha he loves maple story and I gotta protect my assets ok 😂

  • @ell4875
    @ell4875 Pƙed rokem +1

    Loved IKEA until I discovered Wayfair

  • @isabelassuncao5569
    @isabelassuncao5569 Pƙed rokem

    Monstera plant does not like air conditioning.

    • @juliafei
      @juliafei  Pƙed rokem

      Don’t worry the ac’s not on!! 😂

  • @Lulu-oi9ue
    @Lulu-oi9ue Pƙed rokem

    I want to go to ikea soo bad but it’s 5 hours away. 😱

    • @juliafei
      @juliafei  Pƙed rokem

      They do delivery to some places if that’s an option 😱

    • @Lulu-oi9ue
      @Lulu-oi9ue Pƙed rokem

      @@juliafei I live in Australia and the cost of delivery is way too expensive.

  • @cyang123
    @cyang123 Pƙed rokem

    i wonder how japan tastes like LOL

  • @davidparnell3241
    @davidparnell3241 Pƙed rokem +1

    Hi julia

  • @aalyssaa222
    @aalyssaa222 Pƙed rokem +2

    You’ll probably want to raise the TV to eye level or it’ll hurt your neck in the long run from looking down

    • @juliafei
      @juliafei  Pƙed rokem +1

      Yesss trying to get a tv console asap 😭

    • @aalyssaa222
      @aalyssaa222 Pƙed rokem

      @@juliafei omgg can’t wait to see what you pick out

  • @alan4019
    @alan4019 Pƙed rokem

    did you just disrespect the oreo 4s

  • @bethanymclean2136
    @bethanymclean2136 Pƙed rokem

    I just found your videos and really love your content! Also appreciate you blurring out peoples faces in the backgrounds, it must take a lot of work and shows a respect for peoples privacy!

  • @uklaze
    @uklaze Pƙed rokem +1

    Best bf ever. 🐒🐒

  • @lyrikah
    @lyrikah Pƙed rokem

    Do you rent out you BF for shopping trips? I need someone like that to reel me in đŸ˜‚đŸ€Ł

  • @maddscientist3170
    @maddscientist3170 Pƙed rokem

    Yea! your an adult😅 now you have a BED FRAME! ..no need for a headboard. IMHO rather get quality secondhand furniture than IKEA (better resale value) for chairs, tables, ,etc...you can find some kitsch stuff!

  • @mightyobserver12
    @mightyobserver12 Pƙed rokem

    I want to this. I want to have your life.

  • @matt00794
    @matt00794 Pƙed rokem

    I watched some of those complex sneaker videos and never judge a persons shoes, the ugliest shoe you have ever seen could be like $2000 or super rare. also you should have gotten the stool with the backrest even if you don't use it often it's alwasy better to have, you never know when you need an extra chair or whatever

    • @juliafei
      @juliafei  Pƙed rokem

      Haha 100%!! I did search up his shoes and was shooketh by the resale price😅

  • @thetruthsayer7534
    @thetruthsayer7534 Pƙed rokem

    I know everyone commenting on your bedframe already. It is super nice. Where did you get your bed from, Julia? Happy for you on your new place.

    • @juliafei
      @juliafei  Pƙed rokem +1

      Thank you đŸ«¶ my bed is from tuft & needle!

    • @thetruthsayer7534
      @thetruthsayer7534 Pƙed rokem

      @@juliafei So cool. Thank you Julia. Have a blessed week.