lftinthewind

so i was looking through a mutual's blog and they wanted to l1ft an SSD (not sure what that is i'm not a computer/electronics guy), but the box will most likely have an RFID tag/chip on or in it somewhere since it's an electronic good...

hear me out -- lightning conceal it, then open the package with ONE hand while making it look like you're feeling in your bag for something. MAKE SURE YOU'RE WALKING and your hand should move back and forth a bit, as if you're blindly feeling around the surface of the bag's sides.

if someone sees you and you think you might get sussed, pull out a box of t1c t4cs or a package of gum. that way it just looks like you have a TON of shit in your bag and it's not organized properly.

Total= ✨£420.99✨

1.) Are you Unique? Better cut that shit right out.

Seriously, though, when you go lifting you want to disappear into the crowd and be totally unmemorable. Dark, neutral colors in simple, well fitting styles with maybe a statement piece. It doesn’t have to be fancy to make you look rich. Leave your crop tops and shorts at home, avoid clothes with prominent brand names, bright colors or anything you’d see on TikTok. While the majority of staff might be Gen Z and young Millennials, most LP is going to be older and instantly suspicious of style they don’t understand or deem “too loud”. Classy, modest, and timeless is your goal.

2.) In the same vein of thought, if you have things in your closet that you wear daily, do NOT wear them to lift. The one and only time I got caught as a teen was because I used a very unique, memorable bag. Leave your vintage backpack at home, don’t wear your daily driver Doc Marten’s, and forget about taking that sweater you wear to work. Anything that is memorable and/or unique needs to stay out of a store you plan to steal from.

3.) You have great hair, you should chop it off.

Okay, not really. You don’t need to shave your head or anything, but if your hair is anything other than standard issue you should definitely hide it. Hoodies will make you suspicious, but a fashionable hat, scarf, hijab, or wig are all great options. If your hair is simply out of the ordinary because it’s very long/short/curly, you’re probably fine to simply style it differently each time, but if you have colored hair you MUST cover it. Not only is it VERY identifiable, but I’ve read multiple sources where LP intentionally target, track and profile young people with pink/blue/unnatural hair colors.

4.) It’s always good to dress in the style of the store you plan to lift from, but dressing rich is best. Seriously. A rich person can go almost anywhere, shop almost anywhere, and never look out of place. Well fitted clothes in neutral colors, resisting the urge to give into micro trends in clothes, hair and makeup, and an attitude of utter, nearly unethical confidence goes a long, long way.

“But Mama!” I hear you cry; “That’s not my style! I like my dyed hair and orange pants and I have the confidence of a sea slug!”

And to that I say GOOD.

The less you look like yourself when you lift the better. Play the part of a 30 something soccer mom that drives a BMW. March into that Aeropostale like you’re shopping for an obnoxious teenaged daughter, pursue Whole Food’s butcher like you have $300 to spend on lobster and filet, because if the cops are looking for Karen they’re not going to find you.

5.) On the subject of makeup, here’s another great chance to become someone else. Do you have acne? Big, bushy brows? A scar on your chin? All of that needs to disappear. You know those “clean girl makeup routines,” that are going around right now? That is what you want. Simple, clean, completely forgettable yet still put together.

Remember, our goal is classy, timeless and bland. We want to look wealthy and presentable, but also like a background character.

6.) If you’re not wearing a mask you’re dead to me. Not only are we still in the midst of a poorly handled pandemic that threatens the lives of disabled, immunocompromized, and chronicly ill people across the world, but masks are the PERFECT excuse to hide 3/4 of your face. Lift a few in plain neutrals, but also a few in bold colors for a pop in otherwise plain outfits.

7.) confidence is everything. It’s probably the number one tip on liftblr, but for real, that whole pretending you’re a 30-something soccer mom with an Amex in her purse is precious advice. Be warm to all staff but also act like you own the place. Back straight, chest out and eyes steady, even if you’re losing your shit inside.

TL;DR: Cover and remove any identifiable clothing items, facial features, hair colors. Wear plain, well-fitted clothes in neutral colors and pretend you’re a rich white woman.

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If you're at a store with a cafe inside, load up your cart with what ur getting, go to the cafe, and sit there for a bit, maybe 15-30 minutes, then dip! I've done that multiple times w various stores.

first one is with just the cuff flipped, second is fully inside out, third is to show what it looks like with an item tucked in (just in case it wasn’t obvious)

it’s a lot more subtle when standing/walking but make sure to have it facing towards your body on the inside of your wrist. also this won’t work on tighter fitting jackets obviously

💕New random hauls💕

Been lifting as usual lately, food for school etc, I just don’t always take pics of my hauls lmao. Ps I used my hook for the first time to get the jeans from TKay Máxx.