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I really loved the idea of creating something instead of just consuming. I definitely use way to much time on scrolling through clothes online. I'm trying to spend more time painting and watching painting videos instead of online shopping but it's so easy to just scroll mindlessly!
I have realized that part of the reason I’ve gotten into fashion is because it makes me feel like I’m being creative every day. I’m a graphic designer and art director, and love making every aspect of my life orderly and aesthetic. This has lead to me over consuming. So I love the idea of spilling that creativity into other hobbies.
Yes, I shop all the time. I shop out of grief. I really enjoy your channel. It is very helpful to me. I am starting to cull my closet and donate the things I don’t want or don’t wear. I have a walk-in closet, and I want to decorate it now that there are fewer clothes in my closet.
I'm so glad YT recommended your channel to me. I've been watching other fashion channels and it's hard to relate to them because they wear so many jeans, long pants and long sleeved tops. I'm in Florida in the hot, humid subtropics and it's sweltering hot most of the year. It's a small beach town and most everyone here lives in shorts. It's definitely shorts culture here. 😊 It was so refreshing to see all of your videos with so many shorts options (I just recently binge watched them all). Guess I found your channel at the right time since it's been hot where you are. I have very similar looking shorts that you have so it's nice to see the way you mix and match them with different things. Shorts can look stylish, too. Thank you!
Shorts can definitely be stylish! I was never a big shorts wearer until this year. Guess I just finally found the right cut for me. There's super comfortable and I don't have to worry if anyone can see my underwear when sitting down 😂. I'm happy that you're enjoying the channel ❤️
I live in Houston and it is really hot. I live in shorts in the summer. You are so right. So many RU-vidrs start showing jeans, blazers, sweaters… most of them try to avoid summer fashion. Shorts can be very stylish if we find the right fit. It does take time and effort to find the right ones. This summer I found one fits me perfectly. I bought all the colors they have and rotate them.
I think: everyone has outfits in mind with pieces from their closets for some weather or activity. When we don't know what to wear because the weather is crazy, our bodies changed, the favourite item is in the wash, you do a new activity... We don't know what to wear because our outfit formulas don't work for that specific occasion. What can help is: play with your wardrobe/closet. Bring your different shoes, jackets and bags and create new outfits with the pieces you own. Try new shirt-pants-shoe combinations, pick jackets and bags that look good with it. If you found something you like how it looks and feels comfy and yourself: great, take a photo, go on 😊 that is creating something new and just combine your pieces differently than before and maybe you find out you don't needed a new piece, just a new combination. Keep up with the videos , I like watching 😊😊 I loved the Lookbook you made, because that is exactly about this 😊
This is so true! It's because of this channel that I've really had to dive deep into my wardrobe and challenge myself to make new combinations with what I already own. Once you spend a good few hours in your wardrobe doing that, you notice how many things you actually have (and what should go(. Highly recommend it to everyone!👍🏻
Go get the book you want to read at the library, I save so much money now by going to library for books and I don't end up with books piling up in the house.👍💟😊
Personally, I'm not a minimalist, I like clothes, but I don't buy everything I see, I always buy with my head... However, this month I opened a new chapter in terms of saving, because I definitely spend too much on clothes. So, from this month I started saving strictly. I am glad that I found additional motivation with you at this time 😊❤❤
I think the main trigger for me is boredom (and following fashion influencers). I tend to get shopping urges when I'm super bored but have access to a screen and can scroll 😅
I think this will be really helpful for so many people 😊 I definitely shop because I’m lonely atm even though I have my teenage daughter we are both going through stuff. My health isn’t the best and it’s definitely affecting my mental state. Well done on starting again here that’s so good to hear that you pushed yourself to be creative again. I used to be an holistic therapist and miss it so much I no longer work these days it’s tricky, but who knows what’s around the corner. Peace be with you ❤ you are like a ray of sunshine 😊
I'm sorry to hear that! Life isn't easy but there's always a light at the end of the tunnel. You never know what the future brings but if can power trough the rough days and stay optimistic, all will be good.❤️
Hi, I'm from Germany and a new subscriber. I actually do the same thing - watching content on minimalism / low buy etc. to stay on track with reducing my overall consumption. That's why I clicked on this video actually. I really want to cut my spending on clothes further. My husband and I are redoing an entire house and suddenly four or five figure bills are our new reality. 🥲 But we also want to make the house really functional and pretty, so it's worth saving money for this project.
Thank you! You literally stopped me from buying more things I probably don't need. I am shopping out of post partum changes, boredom, avoidance, and the desire to express my artistic side through personal style. As a minimalist with everything else (recently cut off all my hair to help minimize the time and energy long hair takes to look great) clothing seems to be one area I can't seem to minimize for long.
Congratulations on your baby!❤️ I can imagine that you feel like shopping after your body changes so much with pregnancy/post partum. If you can't fit into your clothes anymore I think it's valid to get some new items. Wish you all the best ❤️
Summary: - Find what is causing shopping for you (boredom, insecurities, seasonal changes) - Use Open Wardrobe app, or other closet app - Go for a walk & listen to music or podcast - Exercise (do an at home exercise) - Read a book or listen to an audiobook - Every time you consume, create something - Learn more about finances - Clean and organize your house - Think about upcoming expenses: vacations, birthdays, holidays, activity, know your priorities - Track how much money you spend on clothes every year
@@thepreppyminimalist yes and the rest of your advice was so good. Read a book, go for a walk, volunteer to those in need locally and you quickly become grateful for what you have ❤️
Absolutely love the point about educating yourself on money. I started doings that recently, and your video helped me understand I am doing that partially to avoid shopping!! What a great revelation. Thank you!
Good for you!🙌🏻 I think it's very import that we educate ourselves on this topic. Makes life so much easier and it's great to know that we can hold up your own pants!💪🏻
Love your honest video 👍 love autumn like you - colors are so beautiful 🍁 love cleaning and reading books and walking on fresh air - what is also helpful selfcare using a good face cream, put candles on, enjoy fresh fruits or something else take bath... Whatever you feel good for - enjoy it that you dont think about spending money on clothes. Love going shopping my own wardrobe too. Very helpful is also looking which different scarfs or towels chance the look of your outfits or use different jewelry you still have... My most useful thinking is something what happened to me which was very sad - I lost all my clothes and jewelry in a vacation many years ago because of robbery 😢 but since this time I am thinking back if this or that piece wouldn't be in my wardrobe anymore because robbery would happen again - would I really miss it? Also tidying out make this thought much easier... Wishing you all the very best and send you many greetings from Germany 💖
That's awful! I also heard this tip once where they said of you lost this piece, would you buy it again? If not, you can let it go. Thanks for watching!❤️
I absolutely love this... i am working on decreasing my shopping habit so this was perfect timing. I tend to shop when i am bored, lonely, discouraged, etc and it's been so helpful to hear your tips and perspective! I so appreciate you and your channel!
once there is a vacuum it wanna get filled... a natural law...maybe that's why you have this urge to shop just after you decluttered a lot and created empty space...now you have the urge to refill it...anyways...I feel the same sometimes as I declutter a lot with 2 kids...I always loved to declutter but then realized that I declutter but also buy a lot new stuff (even when it was well thought and needed stuff). maybe it helps here to ask yourself for WHAT you make room when you let go of stuff...not to refill it with other stuff...why and for what do you wanna have more space for? creativity? more time for relationship/kids/family? spirituality? adventure? that's such a good question to ask yourself when you declutter...not only the materialistic question "do I need/use this?" but also to ask why you even wanna declutter...you do not want to get into that trap that you declutter and then refill the empty space because you just don't know the why's. Love Victoria ♡
That's a great point! I don't really fill the space after decluttering. My partner however is a little different . His clothes barely fit into his closet so I tell him to declutter what he doesn't wear. Within 5 months he buys the same amount back.😅 It's a struggle sometimes. Good thing we love eachother lol
So excited when I see a new video upload from you! Hello from Texas in the USA - love your wonderful fashion and financial points! Best of luck to you with your channel ❤
Thank you for sharing your ideas about clothes consumption and shopping urges in general. For the book, you should look at your local library. You may be able to borrow it from them, and it will force you to read the book during your "borrowing" period. I love this channel!
Congratulations on the growth of your channel! I hope you have continued success. I'm here for every video you post. I'll be one of those subscribers that said I found you when you were under four thousand 😊 This was a good video with a lot of helpful ideas. For myself the best thing I've done is to have a wish list. And then wait until I find that item that fits me and it's the right color and weight. That means Self-control but it's always worth it when you get that perfect piece that you love and get a lot of wear.
That's very sweet of you, thank you so much!❤️ A wishlist works great for me as well. I'm only allowed to buy it when it has a great discount, I have the money for it and when it's truly a good addition to my wardrobe. Definitely takes some self-control like you said but this works great for me!👍🏻
@@thepreppyminimalist You're the sweet one! I love your mindset. You inspire me! I'm cleaning and decluttering right now. I really enjoy having a wish list it's so gratifying when you finally find that piece even if it takes months or years.
I wear a lot of long sleeve shirts during transitional salons. I don’t need anything but I love to shop because it gives me a thrill to getting or receiving something new. But I know it’s not a habit. Money , money , money is also my friend. Thanks ❤
I definitely have this feeling too! I'm not sure what the right term is but your brain gives off this sense when buying something and I read once that the price doesn't matter. It's with anything you buy and it only lasts for a little bit. Thank you for watching!☺️
I just found your channel yesterday,. I am an old lady, 47 years old. And i started my minimalism journey about 4 yesrs ago. I have decluttered soo much but i love clothes. I also have the zalando problem. I am getting better every day and i love learning from younger women. And i really like when someone Show their mistakes And troubles. Can not wait to go on this journey with you. Love from 3❤
47 is not old! My co-worker got offended today because the other one made a joke a about her being 46 😂. I think people aged 80+ would disagree. Thanks for watching, I'm happy to have you here!❤️
In Canada we have access to certain apps with our free library card and those apps have a big selection of e-books and audio books as well. Such a treat!❤
Great Video ❤ I feel the same thing about this transitional weather situation in Germany 😅 Didn't know what to wear, because my summer wardrobe wasn't matching the weather and my fall wardrobe is still stored away. So I felt the urge to shop 🙈 And I did find some nice affordable pieces on a second hand app (Vinted). That would be my tip! Resell stuff and buy stuff second hand. One in, one out. Blessings to you 🌷🌞
Great chat and wonderful insight. It’s hard sometimes when I see all these influencers pushing clothes ( and beauty supplies) I have to take a deep breath and remember that I really have more than I need in my closet. Thx ❤
Over here in the UK, we too seem to have gone straight from spring to autumn. I think we have had about 4 days of hot weather (anything over 25 degrees is hot) not like the rest of Europe! I too have had to change my outfit 2 or 3 times in one day. (Heavy rain, brilliant sunshine, or sunshine and then heavy rain and very windy) Keep up the great videos, very interesting and informative. And I am a new subscriber, you appeared on my "new to you" section!
Congratulations on your growth! Your topics are informative and engaging. Only recently have I begun to access my evening routine which combines on line learning with snacking, shopping - not a good combo! My pants are getting snug, 😳so it's something I am going to change. Love the idea of the open wardrobe ap. I looked it up last time you spoke about it, but wasn't sure how much personal information they collect or how's used. Before I purchase a book, I check the local library first to determine if it's available.
Thank you!😊 I definitely fall into that habit a few times a year. Only human! I have to use my library again. I hold off buying books because it can be expensive and takes up space in my home. Also considering an E-reader!
I'm definitly shopping for various reasons. I don't feel comfortable in my body at the moment, because i gained some weight this year from my migraine medications . Also i'm comparing myself to others and want to shop what they are wearing. I'm really trying to be careful with wich content i'm consuming on the internet, because of all the haul videos out there. Sometimes i'm just shopping because i'm bored an its just so easy to scroll. I found your channel like two weeks ago and really love your content so far. You're already helping me a lot to fix my "shopping problem". I just downloaded open wardrobe and want to take pictures of all my clothes i have like so far. But before that, i want to have a look into my closet and try to make it like a capsule wardrobe, so i just have pieces in there, that i really like and that really fit me. I also liked your tip, to be creativ instead or to educate myself. Definitly will try this! Can't wait for your next video! I watched this one twice. Greets from Germany near Düsseldorf 💞
It can be so easy to compare ourselves to others but it literally brings us nowhere. You are not that person and lead a different life so there's absolutely no point. If you can master to only look at yourself and what's good for you, you'll be a much happier person! Wishing you good luck with your capsule, it's great fun!😊
I find that I’ve decided to thrift instead of buying new, I have found a lot of brands and very good quality clothes with their original sale tags, some of the items have never been worn! I don’t shop online, I rather go out and see first hand what I buy, I like to feel the fabric, I also make a list before so I can add something to my wardrobe that I need, anyway I also love to read and walk! Thank you for sharing and for your advice much appreciated, I’m a new subscriber and wish you the best with your channel! Hugs from Canada! 🤗
Thanks for subscribing!❤️ So good of you that you thrift all of your items. I really have to get into that more and find some good stores near me! Maybe a nice idea for a video 🤷🏻♀️
Decluttering helps me to not want to buy. However, once I have additional space and forget about the pain of decluttering, I go back and fill it up. Not to the original level, but a few steps back.
When I started to write my expenses, yes, it was terrified when I saw how much I spent on clothes. Now I’m on good way to no to buy too much unnecessary things. The curious thing it that I spent a lot on makeup and skin care and now it’s done, I use what I have and it was very simple to not buying. With clothes is more diffucult but we must motivate ourselves 😀 Great video and very helpful 😘
I feel the same way! Don't spend a lot on skincare at all. I only use a few products that I've loved for years and every time I switched it was a disaster. With clothes on the other hand it's a little more difficult. Our body and style can change which asks for different items. That's why we have to try and think ahead!☝🏻
This was such a great video! So practical and you were so honest too! It felt like I was chatting with a friend who was encouraging me to be more mindful with my money for my own peace of mind! Thank you & God bless! ❤
Decluttering is therapeutic to me. A tidy home keeps my mind tidy 😊 I worked in a hospital most of my adult life. What is your career outside of RU-vid (if you want to share). So happy to see the channel grow! ❤❤❤
I can't live in a messy home, it really stresses me out haha. I used to work in a salon as a hairdresser but now I work at the hospital and draw blood. Totally different job but I absolutely love it!❤️ Still do hair on the side sometimes to keep my skills up.👍🏻
I am very much like you. We are similar creatures when it comes to shopping! I usually will pick up my knitting and work on a project or even start scrolling for a new project to make. For instance, right now I am working on a camel chunky cardigan, sometimes working on pieces to wear, takes away the urge to spend the money, especially if it is in a bulky yarn that knits up quickly!! Living in the Adirondack mountains the weather is always cold and very unpredictable. ..even in the summertime so sometimes the heavier pieces can be worn here . I absolutely adore your channel and your content, and I also am a big fan of autumn, sweater weather is what I live for! I love your minimalist content, as I am working on that in my closet as well! 💚
It's amazing that you can knit, I would love to be able to do that. I can only do the bare minimum and my mom has to do the first bit 😂. Maybe I will take a class one day. Thanks for watching and good luck with your closet!❤️
@@thepreppyminimalist don't be discouraged you can totally do it. You can make anything as long as you know how to knit and purl. There are great RU-vid videos. I would suggest starting off simple scarf. It's really not that hard. It is very relaxing. I love making my own clothes and for yourself, you could choose a fiber, and make yourself a hat that did not feel so itchy. Wool is very itchy, but if you use an alpaca blend, a washable Merino wool you would not have that problem.
Hi! New subscriber, here 👋🏽 I really love the topics you discuss in your videos. Overconsumption is so detrimental to our wallet and our planet, so I'm here for any creative ideas to reduce without sacrificing style. I connected with you immediately about loving fashion and shopping yet really struggling with preventing it from ruining my finances. ❤ from Florida.
I’ve been in a little bit of a shopping mood lately. I started decluttering in late Dec and have done amazing but in the last month I’ve bought more than I have all year (which still isn’t much compared to how i used to shop but still way more than i had been). I’m not sure what it is but this video came at the perfect time for me. I went back through to declutter more last night bc I’d brought in a few new things. On the bright side, i finally let some things go that I’d been holding on to. 5 pairs of Lilly Pulitzer shorts that don’t fit but that i thought someday would because I’ve been working out - I’ve gotten rid of everything else that doesn’t fit but these 5 shorts had a choke hold on me. Getting rid of more shoes since i brought two new pairs of Nike’s in. Getting rid of more clothes that I just won’t be wearing and I know it. So at the end of the day I’ll still be down items despite bringing those new things in. Doesn’t change the fact that the shopping bug is trying to infect me though. 😂
Haha the shopping bug, that's funny 😋. It comes and goes but it's also important that we don't over-declutter. Otherwise in a few months we'll feel like we're missing pieces and don't have any variety. I always like to ask myself: do I need it, do I love it and/or have I worn in the past year. If all three are a no then it's time to let go 👋🏻
Amazing ! Lovely video !! I love Gabe his channel too and I have the book the psychology of money great book , it’s also nice to swap books with a good friend instead of buying but I do buy because I make a lot of notes in the book itself XD Groetjes van Esmee
I cant wait for the cooler weather-LOVE❤-i already bought a wool scarf for winter😂 i would rather live somewhere cold than warm 🤮 summer can stay away. Spring is warm enough for me-some times to warm too🙄
Loool that's definitely me. Got my eye on a beautiful scarf already 😂. I love sunny weather, holidays and swimming but I miss snuggling up on the couch. My fleece pyjamas are waiting 😂
Congratulations on the channel growth and new subscribers 🎉 I recently discovered your channel, I love it and subscribed. You are so correct on consumption! Also, it's sad how quality has gone down. I really dislike all the synthetic materials and they aren't sustainable. Fast fashion is not my thing. I love your hair, I think you said you are a hairdresser, am I correct? Great color and cut you have. Anyway really enjoying your content. I'm watching from NYC 👋 ❤
Thank you very much!😊 Quality these days is so poor, even with more expensive brands. So many flimsy pieces and thin fabrics. I mostly wear natural fibres, polyester goes very smelly.😖 And yes I am a hairdresser but I work in the hospital now. Still do hair on the side sometimes!
unfortunately, a lot of it comes from SM. The more we consume the more we feel the urge to buy stuff. When I spend 6 months without SM i noticed a HUGE difference in so many ways and spending unnecessary money was one of them!
True! But I feel like spending money when I really shouldn't but then I sometimes justify purchases like this because it's educational. When in fact, I still need to save some. Educational or not. This isn't discussed thoroughly in the video though so I guess my comment on the book sounds a bit random. Maybe I'll buy it next month! But the library is a great option as well (if they have it). ☺️
Congrats on the growth of your channel! Very well-deserved! I commented on your last video and, again, I really love all of your content! Thank you for the inspiration! You reinforce how I’ve been rethinking my own consumption habits for some time now. Wishing you much ongoing success! (And, I’m going to be in the Netherlands soon, in September, and while I’m not looking to do much shopping and spending, per se, I was wondering if there are there any good, popular, and/or sustainable Dutch brands that you might recommend I keep an eye out for?) Thanks!!
I'm glad to see you back here again!☺️ The only brand/store I can think of is Sissy-Boy. They use a lot of sustainable materials and are quite transparant about their factory's. I personally love their stuff but it has to be your taste of course. There a so little sustainable brands so I think it's best to make less but smart purchases and do it that way. Thrifting is a great option as well. For home stuff you can go to Dille & Kamille. They're sustainable and have a lot of nice things. Have fun on your trip!🙌🏻
Thank you so much! I will check these out! I totally agree with what you say here about buying less but making smart purchases. (I grew-up with the ethos of less is more, but go for quality, classic design, well-made with quality materials, best you can afford (always look-out for sales), and mix and match and have these pieces for years and years - thanks to my Mom and grandmother as examples . I love the ‘shop your closet’ concept you talk about! We definitely need these reminders.) Thanks again for the suggestions! I’m looking forward to visiting your beautiful country again!
Hi! Great video. I struggle with spending too much on clothes too and found this advice great! I have an app called Cladwell that does the same thing. I can shop my own closet and put outfits together which is fun. My biggest struggle is all the RU-vidrs I watch that are fashion channels. I hate to stop watching them completely, but it definitely triggers spending. Any advice on that?
I also love fashion channels but watch people that focus more on timeless pieces and/or capsule wardrobes. I like to watch Emma Hill, Use Less and Christina Mychas. I never watch fashion influencers who are keeping up with trends. Doesn't appeal to me anymore. If you do want to watch those channels just keep it to a minimum. Hope that helps a little!❤️
I agree. Many RU-vidrs influence me to buy this or that - so thank you for being honest, advocating restraint, promoting responsible shopping and all the fashion suggestions. I really appreciate it 😊
It's called Open Wardrobe! Sadly i'm afraid not.. it's from 6 years ago. Only way would be, if you were lucky enough, to find it secondhand online somewhere.😓
Hello! Sorry, this is random but I was watching your older videos and saw your Smeg espresso machine. I’m thinking of getting one but can’t decide. Do you like it?
Well it's hard for me to answer because it's my boyfriend that uses it haha. I don't like coffee, never drink it. I am the one who's cleaning it though and it's not the most practical. Its a beans machine btw, not espresso!
I love how genuine and real you are. I can relate to everything you are saying. Including the love for cleaning/decluttering and reading 🥰 therefore I had to subscribe 🫶🏻🌈 Another thing that helps me overcome the urge to shop is to just change they way things are displayed (not only clothes, but even objects around the house) and trying on my clothes helps too. Can't wait too see more videos 😍
I’m a summer baby so naturally august is my favourite month, although fall is my absolute favourite season for fashion 🫶🏼 Question, could you give the name, or social media handle of some of the people you turn to for economic advice here on RU-vid? I’m always interested in learning more, as well as who others are following! Thanks doll ❤
