A woman from Washington state has shared what she described as a “thrift bucket list find” that left her delighted in a local Goodwill store.
Kayla Phelps, 29, was amazed when she stumbled on a coveted 1990s celestial mug, similar to the one featured on Friends, for just $2.99.
In a now-viral video on Instagram, she wrote: “You’re literally lying. A thrift bucket list find.” The short video, showing her pulling the deep blue sun-and-stars mug from a thrift store shelf, has now racked up nearly 3 million views.
“I was very excited when I found the mug,” Phelps told Newsweek. “I knew they are popular right now and retail a lot more than the $2.99 I spent. I did buy it and I plan on keeping it.”
Phelps explained that she has recently begun documenting her thrift journeys online, and the overwhelming response to this particular find took her by surprise.
“I recently just made this Instagram a few months ago so the almost 3 million views was definitely a good surprise. I love that a lot of people are excited with me,” she said.
The design, known as ’90s celestial, has seen a resurgence in popularity as nostalgia-driven trends dominate resale platforms and thrift communities.
Often featuring suns, moons and stars in deep jewel tones like blue, black and gold, the style appeared often in the 1990s on fashion and home décor.
Fans of the hit sitcom Friends may also recognize the mug, which made appearances on the show, adding to the collectible appeal.
Internet Reacts
“It’s the mug from Friends!” said one commenter. While another wrote: “Some people get all the luck.”
“Someone on Etsy is selling this for 80 bucks as we speak. What a find,” said another Instagram user.
Others were delighted to see the celestial style returning. “I’m so happy this aesthetic is making a comeback,” said one viewer.
Some viewers, though, shared concerns about the cup’s origin. “It might be too good to be true. Check it for lead,” said one commenter.
It is true that lead paint can be found in vintage homewares, but usually in products that are more than 40 years old. This was long before strict federal regulations on toxic substances, when lead paints were frequently used to decorate items like furniture, ceramics and even toys.
“I love that a lot of people are excited with me,” Phelps said. “People had concern for lead being in the cup which I’m not personally worried about.”
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