I recently started using a wish list, and I really like it! One thing I would add: at the bottom of my list beneath the "necessary" and "perhaps" sections, I also have an "acquired" section. That way I can celebrate what I did find and focus less on what I don't have. xo
I do this too! It’s so helpful isn’t it? I also love how it keeps me focused on all the beautiful things that may not be a month old but are still so new in my wardrobe 🤗
I have so many things on my wishlist but I can't find them! Either the material, size or design is wrong. So when I feel like I can't wear the same clothes every day I settle and find something that's not optimal. I wish I didn't look like a "schlumpadinka" but it's really difficult being a modest plus size gal. Whoever reads my comment: Wish you a nice day. 🌸
I understand your frustration because we have to realize we are not Audrey. Yet we are just as beautiful, but a different size. Audrey has given you the tools. Know your shape size, discover your color palette, style your hair, manicure your nails moisturizer and makeup (get a free makeup consultant at department store). and do your research. Darling you are gorgeous 🌷
I feel you! ♥️ I’m not a plus size but I apparently have weird proportions 🤷♀️ whenever I finally find what I’m looking for in the right material (and the right price lol), it doesn’t fit. (Unless it’s leggings, which I end up wearing way too often 😅) So I decided to start having things custom made: I get to choose the design, the material, and it fits ME! You’d think it’s super expensive, but when you think of the time you won’t waste in your search for the perfect garment and all the pieces you won’t buy out of spite in the process, it’s actually really worth it. You get a garment that actually fits you, plus you support a local business. You can also have things you buy altered to fit you better. I think you feel so much more confident and beautiful when you wear something that fits and feels comfortable! I’m also in the process of learning to sew, to do those things myself... we’ll see how that goes lol Clothes shouldn’t make us feel uncomfortable in our own skin, whatever the shape we have. Our bodies are not the problem!
@@charlotteparadis4754 I don't have clothes custom made, I just put back 11 out of every 12 items I try on. It's been a long time since I've had a tailor, and it's something I really do miss. When I was a kid department stores had an alterations department and I'm not sure why they stopped. It was so convenient to head out of the dressing room with a near fit, make the purchase and then head over to alterations and get your clothing custom fitted.
Audrey, I found your youtube a couple months ago during quarantine, and you changed my clothing game and my perspective in shopping so much! I used to be an avid fast fashion shopper but now I try to wait to save for better quality clothing pieces. Now whenever I want to shop, I look back and reflect: What would Audrey do! and honestly that help me soo much. Love your channel a lot. Keep making great contents xx
My Pinterest boards are my wishlist 😂 "if it's not there then maybe I shouldn't buy it" and before I save a photo I ask myself, would I really wear this?
I'm desperately trying to buy a pair of black sandals. I know exactly what I want. I looked around and I could buy something else instead. But your channel has helped me to become way more thoughtful with my purchases. Thank you so much xx
The leather jacket example is a really great one. I actually went thru this process before I added a jacket to my closet, and I became aware of how MANY differences there are between jackets. I mean, different collars, silhouettes, lengths, pockets! And I discovered that there are only one or two leather jackets styles that work for my shape and desired affect. Great advice!! Edit: Would love to see a video that focuses, at least partially, on how to edit closet pieces that are LOVED, but body shape changes or weight gain have them no longer fitting? Like how you yourself think thru that "letting go" process? Thanks
I need to clean my closet and will start making a wishlist, not only for my clothes but also my life in general. I am an impulse buyer, but I know I can change. Thanks so much!
At the top of my wishlist is a pair of Thursday boots. I have a sinking fund set up and I’m $60 away from owning my boots. Thank you Audrey for sharing your sage advice on a thoughtful curated wardrobe.
Is anyone else with OCD here who is getting ticked or triggered by the lace on the neck of Audrey's top? Please don' kill me, I love her, juts wanted to know if other people get ticked because of such minor things...
Just Love the Wish List - I have started to use it for “Window Shopping” - then I say to myself “Are you sure you want that, is it really your style, does it fit in with your plan. ... Lately I’ve been wondering why I wear certain things over and over again, what is it about those old favourites I liked so much? I use to pack for holidays and wear one or two things over and over and over and some things went back home unworn! So I definitely put the wish list on the top of my list!! Great video. Thanks Audrey
Hi Audrey, another soothing video❤️ thank you! Also, did u hear about Everlane and their mistreatment of their BIPOC employees? Would love you to take a look into this as you're a huge advocate of their clothing. I was actually looking into purchasing a few items from them because of your awesome videos but have decided not to because of the issues with them... So sad 😭
@@keodi1 of course! Yes, please do look into it! It was especially disappointing because they put out a lot of black lives matter posts and then something like this got surfaced...now i wonder how genuine they were about those posts...
Very helpful tips for me as a preschool teacher, trying to put together a nice but simple capsule wardrobe without having to break the bank putting random pieces together.
Hi Audrey! I would also recommend looking at Lexther. I was looking for a black leather jacket for a while with a lot of the same criteria as you since I’m very short (4’8”). My custom leather jacket just came in and was really affordable because I bought it during their Memorial Day sale. They did a phenomenal job and I can’t recommend their customer service enough!
@audrey, would you mind sharing how you document your outfits you’ve planned? Do you take photos? Do you use a note book? Looking for ways to keep up with what I’m planning. Thanks!
Thank you so much for your videos, Audrey. Since I stumbled across your channel (and proceeded to watch dozens of your videos!) I’ve completely changed how I think about clothes. I can’t believe how quickly and mindlessly I purchased clothes before- as someone with a difficult to dress body, I think I bought clothes simply because they fit with no thought to quality or sustainability. With so many options for non-straight sized clothes now, I have the luxury of being much more mindful about what I buy, and your videos have taught me how to do that. Many thanks to you!
You can also start a fund so that as you’re doing all of this you’re also putting something pretty insignificant (say $5-$10/week) in it so by the time you find the right item, you have a little slush fund ready to go. If you make it automatic (either using an app that moves your money automatically or make it a habit to deposit same day every week or right when your paycheck goes through) and by the time you look at it, you’ll be amazed how much is really in there. Maybe don’t even look at the fund until you’ve actually decided to purchase something so you don’t go “omg I could by so many things right now because I’ve got the money to!”, you still want to be slow and intentional like Audrey talks about.
I am so exited and happy when a new video is released!! Always looking forward to each new video, because it is full with useful tips. Audrey, thank you from The Netherlands !!!
This is what I’ve been doing while working from home since March. Got ideas (you and Pinterest mostly), made a list, and slowly started purchasing the items. JCrew, JCrew Factory, and Poshmark have been my main go-to’s. I’ve been working on fall and winter, so I was still able to get some good deals from JCrew and JCrew Factory. ❤️. Buying off season is such a game changer. Found the perfect camel coat. YAY! That took some time. But I still have my wishlist made out, and I still have items I need to purchase. 🙂. I’ll probably start on spring and summer come October. 😊
Thank you,, such a great video. It’s so refreshing to watch somebody like yourself, rather than the growing body of fast fashion pundits that urge us to to ‘buy, buy buy’. The planet will thank us for slow fashion as will our wallets and wardrobes
Good Morning Everyone, "Holes in my wardrobe" is the excuse I used for all the online clothing shopping I did during April and May after my March closet purge of things I donated.
I completely agree with the idea of having a wish list. I find that you buy less clothes you do not need and have more that you love and wear! Thanks for your video and cute cute dog 😊
I have a lengthy wish list since I've cut my wardrobe down from 97 to 46 and am creating a French capsule wardrobe (five colors, quality only). I need so much! I've prioritized items, which has helped, with summer being first, since it's the season I'm in, and because I live in Florida (will be a snowbird some day). I like your tier system and am going to implement it! I took photos of my lists so they're in my phone when I shop. You have been very helpful!
Audrey, this video is very good. You have helped me really think about my closet and try to avoid impulse buying. Now I focus on purchasing fewer, but better quality items. I love this wish list. Your dog is adorable!
I literally just purchased a black trench coat at a phenomenal price. It’s a staple I’ve long wanted but never needed to go overboard price wise. I researched & read reviews and am happily waiting for its arrival. Thanks for all your awesome content & advice! 😊
Your voice is delightful to listen to. Your advice is sound and helpful. I've improved my slow fashion game, thanks to you. And I love that you share your personal humor with us.
Hi Audrey, I love your videos, you have give me loads of tips, but what I would most like to ask you is what kind of dog you have, it is so quite, but I love your fashion too. 😊
I always enjoy your videos. You are conservative and practical. A fashion u tuber I enjoy as many others are just massive consumers. I have done the same as you and have curated my wardrobe. My camel coat, blue navy blazer, leather boots, vintage leather bag are a few of my basic key pieces. A a few more fall items and I am set. Thank you for the video. I love your style and approach to fashion. Quality over quantity. Thank you. Love your gentle voice. Like you I am an Asian blend. Grew up in the Air Force lived all over the world. Happily relocated to North Caroline from California. Can't wait to go to Charleston.
I have been keeping a wishlist for over a year using many of the ideas here. My wishlist is broken down by season for just that season. If I don’t find the item I re-evaluate about adding it to the season next year. I also keep track of what I buy each season to see what I spent and if I keep on track with my plans. Thanks 💕
This is so helpful! My wish list has just been a note on my phone. Something that helps me not get bored is having a couple items that I buy every 1-2 years. For me that is 3 summer dresses. They are casual and because I only spend a couple bucks on them and wear them out so that next summer I can buy something new.
Wish lists are something I just naturally started doing when I transitioned to slow fashion. It’s so helpful! I typically make one each season, but I really like your idea to make different tiers of what I want sooner and later. I think I’ll rework my wishlist today using that as a guide! Thank you!
Can you make suggestions on what people should do if they have frequent weight fluctuations, but you dont want to constantly buy things. Also a lot of the things I have are high quality expensive items that I thought I'd wear for a few years but my weight change has made it difficult.
This is a challenge for me as well. I find buying items on sites like Poshmark really keeps the price reasonable- and I can sell my old items that no longer fit at the same time!
Hi Audrey, in one of your videos (a while ago) you mentioned a very nice bed and breakfast in Charleston. If you have one that you refer Charleston visitors to, please let me know your favorites.
I have used this time at home to curate my wardrobe and a wish list has been extremely helpful. I break mine down into categories - outerwear, bottoms, tops, shoes, accessories, undergarments, sleepwear. It has kept me focused and have also avoided my lifelong m.o. - building a wardrobe around my accessories. Forcing myself to stop buying shoes until all the gaps in my wardrobe were filled made me realize that my show wardrobe was full of statement shoes and zero basics.
I so appreciate that you said this can be a form of self-care. The act of focusing in on myself in this way truly is important to me, but because it is a material thing, there's a temptation at times to feel like I'm being selfish (as many self-care habits can feel for those to put themselves on the back burner). However, I know that the things you have been teaching me I have needed for myself for *years* and I thank you for helping me to give myself permission and extra determination to continue forward! ❤
I like your last point and I have been using it a lot. I do plan a big wish list and revisit it very often to take out all the things that would be nice to have and fit my style but that I would not wear enough to justify the expense. This is a real long process but worth it if I buy less but use my pieces more often. I also visit my box of clothes which I have put aside for various reasons to see if I cannot actually use something I already have...
I write a wish list every season. Usually my list is inspired by what I think is missing in my wardrobe for that current season, what needs to be replaced and what am inspired to wear. However resources are listed to purchase these items so I tend to focus on one or two of these items and buy them that season. That way, I can focus my resources to get the best of that item that I can afford and not try to stretch my budget to get it all ending up with sub-par quality items or compromising and getting items I don’t really like. I also tend to browse stores online for items I like and set a reminder to tell me when they go on sale so I can buy it. This summer I realized I don’t have many dresses in my wardrobe. Actually I only have two. One is old and the colour faded and the other is a sweater dress so not suitable for the summer but the one summer dress I have been eyeing just went on sale so it’s my purchase of the season.
I just love you a lott. I am sure there are like 10k same comments you must have seen but I am your big fan from neighborhood (Atlanta) :) and you definitely have influenced my style.
This was an awesome vid. I’ve kept my wishlist separate in terms of whether I can buy the item new or secondhand, and I keep inspirational images beside the secondhand ones with notes on what I love about it so I can check when I am out (if we ever go back out)... The newer stuff is usually shapewear and a very particular brand of loafer... ☺️
Have very much been enjoying your videos, Audrey! They're definitely a go-to for my down time. Do you have a favorite wardrobe planning app? I'm considering StyleBook. I don't think I'm that into styling to go for a monthly subscription like Cladwell. Any others? I'd love something with easy background removal. Do you use an app? Thank you!
the leather jacket issue, you remind me, went to get a summer job @ summer 1987, I was pursuing the leather jacket like Depeche Mode David Gahan Style like the song "Stripped", back then cost me 90 dlls on sale. I saw the costs currently, and thanls, but no thanks. My last leather jacket @ 1995, in "the gap" and it was a leather blazer at $150 in a summer sale also, this year my goal is a camel wool coat, I change my taste, or probably I'm an old lady! ha! just kitting...Cause of tgis pandemic situation, we can get the outerwear of our dreams! youll see ;)
This is a great video! I'm teaching a three week capsule wardrobe class and I'm going to show this video the second week after the women have decluttered they're closets and may be itching to buy something. I'm a volunteer instructor for my local OLLI which provides educational experiences for people over 55. Would you consider participating in a Zoom meeting with my students for our last class which is March 19th? I know it's a big ask because you're a busy woman. ❤
Brava Audrey! I went through something like this in my 40s. Don't get capsule wardrobes except for travel and a neutral color palate is so boring. Keep growing and enjoy yourself.
I have been looking for a scarf with the colors that are similar to the one you were wearing with the maroon leather jacket. Could you share where you found it or what brand it is?
I've been making lists and resisting impulse buying for some time now and it was the best decision ever. I've also been thrifting or shopping from boutiques a lot more rather than fast fashion brands. Your channel has been so helpful and I've learned a lot, thank you!
Hello Audrey. Thank you so much for this helpful guide! It really changed how I approach my style and shopping itself. BTW the cat ears moving in front are so cute! :)
Hi Audrey, Glad to see you were looking for products on Google (on the shopping tab). As someone who follows you and works on this product, I'd love to get your feedback on how we could perhaps make it better and/or easier to research and find products. Please comment back if you'd like to share your feedback :)
This guide is honestly so helpful! Making wish lists is something I've sworn by since getting into the capsule wardrobe system, but hearing your specific tips just feels like icing on the cake (so to speak). Thank you for this video, Audrey!
The wishlist work, it become to check my closet and declutte old scarves that were in my drawer for 10 years and not in a good quality. And my wishlist startet with a camel color coat. I don't even have a brown color, I have tops and sweaters. Now camel color coat will start my search, in the next coming months or days (the right coat will appear even trifting) meanwhile i work with my other color palets(pink in any shade as well as white and cream colors suit me @ fall and winter). Greetings Audrey from Tijuana, Mexico and I really hope you have a great weekend, and take care of the weather changes (we share this season with California as our neightbour). Well lets enjoy this meekend with our proper health measures! hughs and kisses also for your furry fellows. bye
Such a helpful video! Really needed it at this point on my life where I am establishing my life basics of style. Loved all those list of tips. I’d follow them as I was thinking to make one for myself. Anyways, you’re awesome 👏🏼
Hallo Audrey.. I really love and enjoy your channel and videos. Do you also have a podcast or can you recommend some post you enjoy about fashion, organization or general info? Thank you for all the time you put in your videos!!
I find it so hard to see clothes that a) I love; b) fit me (I'm petite too); and c) are within my budget, that when I see the perfect item I have to buy it straight away. They often run out of my size (XS) so I have to hurry and if necessary I can always return the item if it doesn't suit. But waiting in my experience ends up in the item selling out.
