That would be very interesting! I know you already did some decluttering videos in the past, but I'm wondering how your approach changed in the recent time!
It seems kind of trivial, but one of the things I miss about my pre-Covid life is the clothes. I do dress in presentable work-from-home things, but my symphony, theatre, ballet, church, dinner and a movie pretty clothes are languishing in my closet. But Im certainly not going to declutter them; we'll get to go out together again someday!
Me too, Anony Mouse and Virginia M! I had pulled together what I felt was my best-ever seasonal capsule...navy, light blue, blush, sage, cool beige, light gray, and white. I had found 2 perfect blazers, a printed blouse with all my accent colors on a navy background, the cutest pair of blush pointed flats to wear on Fridays...and BOOM! Everything shut down in March and I've been working from home ever since. I still wear my cute tops, the button up shirts, and some of the nice trousers (even if no one can see them on camera) but my heels, the "office" handbags, the pencil skirts I adore, the gorgeous sheath dresses, the evening clutches...those are taunting me from the closet. I can't wait to be in the office again, and for the return of theater nights, after-hours cocktails, and dress-and-heels occasions! Trivial? Yes. But all of those things were an important expression of my personality and a form of self-care, so I can't help but feeling that my well-being has been affected by this long stretch in isolation. Coming from a proud introvert...the craving to be with people again is a feeling that I find very surprising, to say the least, but it's undeniable that we all have been negatively impacted in obvious and inconspicuous ways.
@@irairod5160 My friend actally knows someone who misses dressing up so much that she got a manequin and dresses it for the day every morning! 😄 Im not missing it QUITE that much. And I had just lost 30 lbs and was looking forward to new options. Silver lining was I was able to get some things in smaller sizes in some of the really big sales related to COVID business downturn. But really, grateful we have not had the problems others did. It has been very bad where we live. We will take it slow going back out.
@@bellebb8673 Yes, hopefully slowly but steadily will go back to a more normal life. I worry about everyone who has been sick or lost a loved one, and I'm immensely concerned about people whose mental health has taken a hit.
Virginia Mallonee I yearn for that too, part of going out is “What shall I wear?” I’ve bought far too many things during lockdown, mainly through boredom, but now I’m ready to face the world, had enough of lockdown, can’t wait.
I definitely own A LOT of white tops but that’s only because they go with everything & I never get sick of them. Sometimes I feel bad that I own more white tops than any other color shirt, but I have to remind myself that’s because I actually wear them a TON!
I agree that people tend to buy things they wish they wore, moreso than the things they actually wear. I realized that a few years back and it was such a game changer! Now I only buy things I definitely know that I will wear and that can already be paired with items I already own.
I just moved into my own apartment and I have a large walk-in closet. It's great to have a lot of room for my clothes. While I was moving I went through a lot of my clothes and got rid of some I didn't wear or like. I feel that I have wasted a lot of money on clothes I didn't wear or didn't like once I bought them. Your videos are helpful.
My fantasy self wears pencil skirts and high heels every day. My real self wears chinos and flat shoes every day. I don't need to revamp my closet, I need a different job. :-) :-) :-)
I always put newly washed clothes at one end of my wardrobe. If an item gets to the other end before it is worn, I challenge myself to style the item. If I find I cannot style it with anything, it goes.
I used to do that but I found myself overwhelmed because they were not color/size coordinated (size: sleeve or pant leg lenght). I try to plan my outfits and be mindful of what I've worn in the past two weeks. It has helped me a lot and I feel organized. 😂😂🤷♀️
As I start this journey toward minimal wardrobe, I have been wrestling with this issue on duplicates- especially white and black t-shirts. I am learning that they are the work horses of my wardrobe. Thank you for addressing.
I completely agree with the laundry issue. Its not talked about enough in the discussions of capsule, minimal or intentional wardrobes. Thanks for all the videos...your advise about having a color pallete has been very helpful for me.
Love the advice about fantasy self and real self - my fantasy self wears long flowing skirts and dresses - my real self wears t shirts, jeans and muddy boots. Hence why I have 6 pairs of jeans, but only one long dress!
I must admit, when I find something really perfect while shopping, and I know how difficult it is to find something like this, that fits me and I just simply know I will wear it a lot, I just buy double :)
I am so glad you brought up the shoe issue. They really do require a day off to restore their shape and supportive cushion. This is frequently neglected in capsule wardrobe planning and outfit rotation.
Such an excellent topic! I feel that this issue is what is often missing from discussions of capsule wardrobes... if you pare down too much, you wear out your clothes too quickly and drive yourself crazy doing laundry all the time. My rule of thumb is to have enough tops each season so that I don’t have to repeat for a week and I definitely believe in not wearing the same pair of shoes two days in a row. I think it’s not only good for your shoes, but also your feet.
I live in Bangalore and we have about 10-20 degrees difference between summer and winter so I do have many many cotton bottoms that I wear outside under long tunics (kurtas) during the summer and then indoors in winter. I have 5 pairs of jeans of varying sizes and colors because I usually get a bit plump around festival time and then lose that weight when I get back to eating everyday home food 😂 I mean who's gonna miss out on feasts, m I right? 😛
This weekend I am clearing out my wardrobe, I have been honest with myself recently on what my tastes are now, plus purchasing more quality pieces & not quantity 🇬🇧💖xx p.s I have a lot of wardrobes.. hence the requirement of cleaning out 😉😂
This is something I struggle with a lot in the fall/winter! I’ve always gravitated towards similar looks rather than desiring a different aesthetic every day. So a casual (non-work) fall outfit of a long sleeve shirt & vest or blanket scarf makes my heart sing. It’s worth it to me to have multiple vests & multiple scarves of various thickness to create similar, but different looks. I don’t struggle as much limiting core pieces as I do limiting “extras” 🙃 I also need to be honest with myself about how much I don’t need in my casual wardrobe as opposed to my work wardrobe. I don’t need as many jeans as black pants simply bc of my lifestyle.
Thank you Audrey, your tips are always welcome and quite helpful. I‘m living in the North of Europe and have to manage different weather very often. So my closet has to cover from -10Celsius in winter up to 35plus in summer. This means a lot more logistics with garments. Therefore I found it useful to put aside in a box all the pieces I don‘t need during the actual season. And secondly in spring and autumn I do a lot of layering, so that there is something to take off when it becomes to warm during the day. Have a nice day! I appreciate your videos! Keep on and thanks a lot!
This is an important video! I had started a journey to become a minimalist, but I figured somethings out in the process. Realistically it’s very energy and water are very expensive and my laundry bill would skyrocket. It became less efficient to have less clothes, so now I definitely try to build a wardrobe that gives me options. I’m doing a lot less laundry now which is helpful, but also I’m having more fun with my clothes. 😊
I already posted on Instagram about my 4 navy cardigans! This is a great topic. I remember reading a book on french fashion that said if you find something that really suits you like a navy blazer you should stick with it but buy the next one with an expensive looking twist like red piping on the cuffs
This was so great. I read somewhere something about black dresses. I have struggled with the fact that I own several black dresses, in different cuts, styles, fabrics. The article said something along the lines of: if a black dress is what makes you feel your best and the most confident, suits your personal style and it is what you always gravitate towards (as opposed to a different colour or a pattern), then don't be afraid to own several so that you've got options for different occasions/purposes. So, I allow my self to own 2-3 formal black dresses, similar for casual and similar for the "in between." In the past, I have tried to venture out of my comfort zone into bright colours and usually that dress ends up back on the hanger and on goes the black dress. My runner up colour is navy blue - not a big leap there :)
I love the idea of a capsule wardrobe, however my particular situation does not lend itself to a minimal amount of clothing. I have chronic health issues that will keep me of commission sometimes for months at a time. I live alone so there is no one to do laundry except me. So I have a larger number of items than some. But I have been brutally honest with myself about what I actually do wear on a regular basis. I no longer buy clothes for a life I don’t even have. Everything I kept after the thinning out process are items I like, look good on me, can be worn more than one way and are in good condition. Having said all that, I do enjoy your videos. I often pick up tips or ideas that help. So thanks, from Tennessee.
I think each of us has a slightly different situation and must tweak to suit our lives. Congratulations on dealing with the issue of items that aren’t really working in your life. That’s a tough one. Take care!
OMG, thank you! I've watched a lot of those 10-piece capsule (or whatever really small number) videos and it's always "It's so versatile! If you can pair every single top with every single bottom you have like 200 outfits!" But when I tried that my very first discovery was that, especially in the summer, the number of outfits you have is actually limited by the number of tops you have, because sweat is a thing and laundry is necessary. But for some reason no one else has ever mentioned this eminently logical fact. So thank you.
I found this wonderful white, button-down shirt in a thrift store, and it quickly became my go-to shirt for professional wear. I ended up tracking it down online and ordered two more of them so I could rotate them. So I have literally three of the exact same shirt in my closet! I find this works for me, since I usually layer the shirts under something because the shirt is never really the star of my outfit. It gives my look a consistency that I really like while allowing me to wear a fresh shirt when I need to.
I just bought a new white tee yesterday. I do have several but they have stains and spots. I get so frustrated because my clothing especially tops get dark spots and yellow spots. I do not dry them because that would set them and really ruin the shirt. Sometimes I don't catch the spot and there goes a ruined top. But I do have duplicates of several things. Lots of styles of black pants for me is a great idea because I can have dress pants and jeans and workout wear which doubles for homewear. I do have a lot of styles of tees in a variety of colors. I can put a blazer over them and feel like I'm a little bit more dressed than usual. I could take your tip and have more shoes or boots that I can wear so I won't wear out the shoes I do wear. Clothing can sure take up space. When I lost weight I began to buy a new set of clothing which includes thrift and consignment pieces as well as some new. They have tended to expand in my house. I had an apartment that had a nice walk in closet and a hall closet. Ir got full. I moved and brought most of that wardrobe to where I live now, they are in boxes in the garage of my house. These clothing items can surely be a weight around your neck or it can be fun, if you have room. Some folks have whole rooms dedicated to clothing. Time and effort has to be spent to purge items that are not worn. A small wardrobe can have many benefits as well as drawbacks. Duplicates can be downsized to make room for items that one really loves. Having duplicates of other things like makeup can be wasteful. Having too much can be wasteful as well. I admire your dedication to keeping your wardrobe down to having only what you can store in your house.
Hi Denisa, I spray my tops with laundry spray 1/2 hour or more before I wash them, if the stain doesn't come out after it has dried, I spray it again, if the stain is stubborn I soak it in Napisan, or something else. Cheers Debra xxx
Such a good point! I found myself constantly waiting for my Everlane Air cami to go through the laundry in order to wear it again. I have it in white and black and could wear them every day. I wanted a duplicate but am not satisfied with the fabric quality (I love the cut though). I got a beautiful cotton fabric, traced the shape of the Air Cami on it and sew one myself. Super happy with this process and I think I'll start making my white t-shirts myself too (then I can be sure that the fit, length and fabric are exactly what I want...kind of tired of the hunt for the perfect tee..).
You are the number one person I would like to see declutter! As it its few and far between that you do declutter pleaseeee share with us if possible! Thank you!!
My wardrobe has mostly white n black tops,denim in many shades and wide leg pallazzo style pants. A sprinkle of everything else for when i hv a mood change. Comfort and simplicity n classic is important to me.
I struggle to keep a minimal wardrobe as my weight fluctuates a lot. I’m now trying to make better decisions when I buy anything new, like I recently bought a tie waisted dress that I can loosen or tighten depending on my size at the time. I’m getting fed up of always having clothes in my wardrobe that don’t fit, but that I can’t declutter because I know I’ll need them again.
Audrey, this Really helped me. When you said we have to be honest with ourselves (I don't remember exactly how you put it), that was the key: it snapped me back to reality. :D I need to be realistic about my lifestyle, and all the factors which go into what I'm going to wear so it works for me and with me! It's so obvious, but sometimes we get stuck into - I don't know - just other ways of thinking. This was very timely for me - thank you!! xo
I'm short on space so don't have many duplicates. I used to, until I revamped my wardrobe and now have a capsule wardrobe. I'm really limiting what I purchase and it feels good.
So I buy duplicate solid colour tee shirts from old navy. They are comfy, they fit me well and I wear them at work every day. So I have several colours of the same shirt. I am also very short, high waisted with long legs and wide thighs and calves. So I buy several pairs of St. John's bay jeans. They fit me the best I've ever had jeans fit. Those things help me keep my wardrobe simple and effective for my life. I stick to the brands I know fit me well.
I have very little closet space (even less than you, Audrey!), so my space can easily feel overrun. I have to be careful about duplicates. That said, I do tend to duplicate knitwear, but they get a lot of use in the U.K. I really should duplicate my ankle boots, as I wear them every single day for months - I keep putting it off, as I can’t decide whether to get another black pair, or choose something different like Oxblood.
Great video Audrey. As ever you explain very concisely the way to figure out personal style and uniform and using those things to conform to some 'rules' but bending them your own way and that's what makes it interesting. I personally enjoy having duplicates of certain pieces I love and gravitate to most in different colours, for example I have 3 different colours of berets that I wear very often and in different ways. Otherwise I don't have many duplicates of things, I try to have one type of thing or another. If I have two similar items in the same or similar colours I might decide to part with one. But that's just my way around my colourful, yet capsule, wardrobe!
Loved this video. I decluttered a few months ago and I now regret getting rid of my duplicate ankle boots as the one pair I kept is completely worn out now and will have to be replaced for next winter😔
I have a really good suggestion about weither you should buy a duplicate or not and it comes from my husband. If I buy one I have to give up 1 and if I buy a lot of something I have to give up 2. I really like that and implement it in everything I buy. It sure helps to curb impose buying.
I just bought a black jumper dress for winter. It was not a planned purchase. I wear jumper dresses a lot during winter and the ones I like are not that easy to find. But I don't think this one would stand the test of time. I think I may need to return it.. A great video as always
I solved the space issue by making one bedroom a multi purpose room for taping video, watching TV, and storing extra clothes on portable clothes racks. This way everything is on a hanger and easily viewed, including sweaters, scarves, and accessories.
Audrey, I began this journey toward finding my personal style and reducing the number of clothing items in my closet when I discovered your TH-cam channel close to two years ago. At first, I tried mirroring your idea of a capsule wardrobe.This was helpful in the early days of my wardrobe curation. Over time, though, I realized that copying any capsule wardrobe suggestion didn’t always lead me to explore what I really liked. In short, I now have a much clearer idea of my personal style. Your videos over these many months have helped me so much. Thanks for your thought provoking content!
I have saved a lot of money watching you. I use what I already have more mindfully now and try different combinations. I used to just buy clothes on a whim. Its never too late to change your perspective!
I actually love wearing white, but I never reach for it because I feel like it wears out so fast. I've actually been thinking of buying duplicates for a while now, but I didn't know if that was unnecessary. But now, I'm gonna do it, so I can feel better about wearing white!
I have duplicates of favourite items in different style levels for different occasions. I have a casual linen navy spot blouse, a smart casual cotton mix one and one with a sheen for evenings out.
I am so very guilty of duplicates! I am on the road to buying less, my shopping addiction is a real struggle. I think it has a lot to do with enjoying such trend-based channels. Thank you for reminding me about sustainability and personal style over fashion. I’ve only come across your channel in the last few months but I’ve already saved hundreds... possibly more 😳🥰
audrey, scarf sos!! 😂I have watched all of your videos and have added scarf to my wardrobe. i shopped online for vintage scarf, and i cant stop thinking about it and even dream about scarves!!😭😭 the design is so classy and versatile, and they fit my colour palette 😭 now 1) how do i stop scarf addiction, and 2) how often you wash scarf and how, 3) what cloth is suitable for a scarf on the neck? (turtle neck? boat neck, formal collar, asian round collar, tee, etc), how loose or close to the neck for each collar/cloth types? help😭😭 thank you so much 😭💖
I tend to have the most multiples of tops depending on their necklines. For example, I might have a crew neck navy top, one with a v-neck, one with a scoop neck, etc. I also have some clothes for summer, some for the coldest part of winter (I live in Albany, NY) and some that work for most seasons. These do tend to be close to duplicates in color and style.
This came at the perfect time! I've started to begin my capsule wardrobe journey! I have learned what season I am and decided on colors I wanted for 2020. Thank you for the video :)
Love this! I am definitely guilty of buying too many formal things in college and I’ve debated getting rid of them but ultimately I decided to keep them because it saves me from worrying about finding a good outfit for the occasional wedding/event/etc. I’d love to see a video on workout clothes + minimalism. I work out 5-6 days a week and I feel like so much of my closet is athletic clothes (especially now with working from home, most of my athletic clothes are just my regular outfits, which I need to stop with haha(
Yes! I typically own about 10 white tees at any given time. You need different styles. V-neck, scoop neck, boat neck, peplum, knotted, etc. And every year I buy about 2 more because they do show stains after only a couple years so I always need a continuous supply of more white tees.
I don't know if this answers the question about duplicates, but this is how I "manage" my wardrobe. At the start of every season, I pull 7 outfits out of my closet that are my favorite, specifically what I would wear for each day i.e. one church outfit, a more casual outfit for a Saturday, etc. Everything that is left in the closet gets scrutinized. If it's worn out or has any stains beyond repair it goes, if it needs some sort of altering or fixing it gets pulled to do that, and if it's perfectly fine, but I'm just not loving it right now I put it away to evaluate it next season. I've learned not to get rid of perfectly good clothes on a whim, because I may later regret it and it's just wasteful. Based on what is left, I take note of what is lacking and make my list of desired purchases.
I would definitely love to see you decluttering your wardrobe and your reasoning for each piece. I've realised i need more ankle boots to rotate in my wardrobe. 😊🤗😍
I put freshly laundered clothing at one end of the closet, as another of your viewers commented. It’s easy to recognize the 20% that I wear 80% of the time. This came in handy last week because a forest fire forced us to evacuate and I just grabbed the 20% and took off.
I also feel that white shirts get dirty very quickly, and the more often we wear them the more chances for them to get stains and getting yellow from over washing! I like to look fresh, so for me I own many white shirts! I go through my closet every season and remove items that I no longer wear! Thank you for sharing! Enjoyed your videos! 🤗😍
I agree that one of the keys to duplicates is frequency of laundry. I have some things I love to wear and have enough duplicates so that I only need to do laundry every two weeks. I also live in two places and do not want to lug thins back and forth so over time I have things in both places so that if I show up with the clothes on my back I can get by for all occasions needed. I just keep the older things where I spend less time so at least I can make due. I also think knowing your activities is so key. I love beautiful summer dresses but find that I really do not wear them very much so maybe it is time to thin those out and let someone else enjoy them. The backbone of what I wear is casual and active wear so that is what I am trying to add when I need new things. Over the past two years I have acquired lots of new things (from the thrift store) so I really have more than I need so I really need to try to thin out as I put away my warm weather clothes this year...........realistically I really only need a clean casual shirt for two weeks and I fear that I have many I never reach for.
About to go and de-clutter now, my space is very small so I have to pack summer clothes into boxes which then go at the bottom of my wardrobe, not ideal. My shoes get stored in pretty storage boxes on top of my dresser. I am amazed how much I can fit in, although I do not have a huge closet, I am very much a capsule wardrobe, classic pieces girl - Thats why I love your videos Audrey. Thank you so much you have just inspired me to go and pack away my summer clothes as it is raining.
I'm also in love with ankle boots. You're not the only one Audrey! They are all black and a little different. As I'm not working right now, I do have time to go through my apartment and my wardrobe to reduce clutter, sell a few things, and donate also. I really like how you've laid out your draws. I might try that for myself and move t shirts and jumpers (I'm not American!) into the draws and keep coats and shirt outside hanging. Thanks for this video. It was very helpful as usual.
I’m from New England and have always lived in older homes and apartments so my closets were pretty small but I always had a TON of clothing. Now I live in Florida and find the closets are massive here! But I have less clothing so it’s extra nice to be able to see everything I own and know that it’s breathing and not jammed packed together.
I have limited closet space so it does affect in some way my spending.I also try to be more minimalist it is easier that now I know my style and my colour palette. I do have 3 white tees for example as I can wait to hand wash them together. They are my only whites (+ 1white shirt) so I don’t use the washing machine for so few items. I want to wait to have a full load to use the machine so I have a duplicate of several items. I love ankle boots and loafers so I have several different pairs of those as well .
I wish I had a friend like you Audrey you're so amazing and I think I would follow every tips you would give me you are so great thank you for sharing your videos 😍🥰😊
this is one of my favourite topics!! I have tags on my hangers and each time I wear an item, I put a stroke (like a tally). I also write the year and cost of purchase. My aim is to enter this data into an excel spreadsheet and calculate my average cost per wear and what type of items I am gravitating towards.
@@gunjanraheja9236 thank you. I started to set it up during lockdown earlier this year. I had a lot of time on my hands!! It has been so anchoring for me to see what items I am wearing the most often. I have discovered the basics are my most worn items. They do double duty. In response to Audrey's video, I also buy duplicates of items I know I will wear a lot of - especially shoes. I have two pairs of shoes that I bought again when I found them on sale as I need them in my life for longer!!
@@heathervalentine8222 Thank you so much, Heather for sharing your experience. I love reading comments section as people like you drop some amazing comments and ideas about different things, and also teaches you something which you may have never thought before. ❤ I am so glad that I found your comment.
I moved a lot, across continents. I have my own style but I am always having to adapt to my new surroundings. So I end up experimenting and then have to declutter again. Life changes all the time and although I appreciate the depth of minimalism, it's been a constant flux for me. But I guess, to some extent it is for everyone!
Would love to see some content on how to discovery your personal style where to start and how to slowly build without going overboard. Also, my lifestyle is pretty active but how do I incorporate more stylish pieces. Right now I basically wait for an occasion to look nice and in general I'm not happy with that approach. I want to be more stylish and have no idea where to start.
I have two pairs of trousers that are duplicates, but I'm different sizes because my weight tends to vary a bit between these two sizes (mostly affecting the bottoms). Since my tops still fit, my capsule wardrobe always works even if I gain or lose a few pounds.
Hi Audrey, I‘ve been watching your videos for a while now and they‘ve helped me a lot with all kinds of things (organizing my closet, finding a color palette, olive skin, and yes, shopping less and enjoying my clothes more). One suggestion for a video that I have is on how to pair skirts and dresses with fall jackets and coats. With the upcoming falls season and cooler temperatures, what do you wear with your long satin skirts? It doesn’t make sense to buy a new jacket for every skirt \ (maxi) dress so do you have suggestions for this (perhaps beyond pullovers)? Thanks and I’m very much looking forward to more of this good stuff on your channel.
It depends on your personal taste/uniform and/or season. I'm wearing both above and below the knee skirts and personally, I find that longer trenches and coats are the best option as they match any hem length and they protect me from the cold. As long as the coat is covering (most of) the skirt/dress, I'm good to go. The only short jacket I'm wearing with skirts is my denim jacket in late spring/early autumn but that's just my personal preference. Feel free to experiment and see what uniform you prefer.
if it comes to my wardrobe, i fell in love with certain silhouettes - I'm an hourglass, so i like fitted on the ankle trousers and high waisted pants. I buy all my pants that way, be it denim, more elegant fabric or even loungue wear. Same with blouses- i have standard white shirt in all variations and most importantly styles and textures. Elegant, with ruffles and embroidery and more casual and plain cotton for everyday wear. In that way I have a lot of "the same stuff", but actually it's not this simple. Also, when you have 2 of something you really like, similar, but not quite the same, and you wear it interchangeably, you technically make the things last 2 times longer!
I definitely feel like having duplicates of certain shoes that you get the most wear out of is helpful, so I'm glad you mentioned that tip! I currently own two pairs of work shoes since I do a lot of standing/walking at my job. This has definitely helped me in keeping the longevity of those two pairs :)
For me when it comes to duplicates if I cant seem to keep something clean or get it washed fast enough without wanting to wear it again I find another one and try to take something out of my closet that doesn't get as much use or almost no use, helps me keep my wardrobe minimized.
Wow, the uniform idea is really amazing! I am going straight to my wardrobe after watching this video to identify those things that I love wearing the most and I feel great in. Thanks a lot! 💝
I think many of my duplicates are the result of settling for something that is close to, but not exactly what I'm looking for. Once I find the item I'm looking for, if I find myself frustrated when I accidentally grab the similar, but less preferred piece, I move it to my sell/donate bin. This is absolutely the situation with my black long sleeved shirts. I have one that I've worn holes in because I love it so much, another that is slowly being worked in to give my favorite a break, and then I have another that is a heavier knit that becomes easily misshapen and is shorter than I like my shirts to be---that shirt, which is in great condition because I dislike wearing it, is now in the sell bin.
I always have duplicates of certain clothing. Jean shirts, white tees, white shirts, black tees, and black pants are always bought in duplicates. Especially if I find something I really like.
Could you take us with you when decluttering?? XO
It would be great if u could share your decluttering experience, have tried and decluttered bout 50 % of my wardrobe, am now unsure if i did too much
That would be very interesting! I know you already did some decluttering videos in the past, but I'm wondering how your approach changed in the recent time!
Yes, take us along
It seems kind of trivial, but one of the things I miss about my pre-Covid life is the clothes. I do dress in presentable work-from-home things, but my symphony, theatre, ballet, church, dinner and a movie pretty clothes are languishing in my closet. But Im certainly not going to declutter them; we'll get to go out together again someday!
I had some lovely spring outfits planned..but...nope. covid.
Me too, Anony Mouse and Virginia M! I had pulled together what I felt was my best-ever seasonal capsule...navy, light blue, blush, sage, cool beige, light gray, and white. I had found 2 perfect blazers, a printed blouse with all my accent colors on a navy background, the cutest pair of blush pointed flats to wear on Fridays...and BOOM! Everything shut down in March and I've been working from home ever since. I still wear my cute tops, the button up shirts, and some of the nice trousers (even if no one can see them on camera) but my heels, the "office" handbags, the pencil skirts I adore, the gorgeous sheath dresses, the evening clutches...those are taunting me from the closet. I can't wait to be in the office again, and for the return of theater nights, after-hours cocktails, and dress-and-heels occasions! Trivial? Yes. But all of those things were an important expression of my personality and a form of self-care, so I can't help but feeling that my well-being has been affected by this long stretch in isolation. Coming from a proud introvert...the craving to be with people again is a feeling that I find very surprising, to say the least, but it's undeniable that we all have been negatively impacted in obvious and inconspicuous ways.
@@irairod5160 My friend actally knows someone who misses dressing up so much that she got a manequin and dresses it for the day every morning! 😄 Im not missing it QUITE that much. And I had just lost 30 lbs and was looking forward to new options. Silver lining was I was able to get some things in smaller sizes in some of the really big sales related to COVID business downturn. But really, grateful we have not had the problems others did. It has been very bad where we live. We will take it slow going back out.
@@bellebb8673 Yes, hopefully slowly but steadily will go back to a more normal life. I worry about everyone who has been sick or lost a loved one, and I'm immensely concerned about people whose mental health has taken a hit.
Virginia Mallonee I yearn for that too, part of going out is “What shall I wear?” I’ve bought far too many things during lockdown, mainly through boredom, but now I’m ready to face the world, had enough of lockdown, can’t wait.
I definitely own A LOT of white tops but that’s only because they go with everything & I never get sick of them. Sometimes I feel bad that I own more white tops than any other color shirt, but I have to remind myself that’s because I actually wear them a TON!
Hehe, same here. But it's mostly Black and Nude(dusky) and it applies to clothes AND shoes 🙈
I spill stuff on white tops. I cant wear white. Id like to. But after my lunch break its not pretty.
Yeah, I see your point hah. I have 5 white shirts and 3 blue and I wear them a lot hah
@@greenthumb1523 Story of my life 😛 Especially if I go to play football or badminton after office hours in beige or white jeans 😂🤦🏻
@@kaveris6767 i feel that girl
I agree that people tend to buy things they wish they wore, moreso than the things they actually wear. I realized that a few years back and it was such a game changer! Now I only buy things I definitely know that I will wear and that can already be paired with items I already own.
I just moved into my own apartment and I have a large walk-in closet. It's great to have a lot of room for my clothes. While I was moving I went through a lot of my clothes and got rid of some I didn't wear or like. I feel that I have wasted a lot of money on clothes I didn't wear or didn't like once I bought them. Your videos are helpful.
Oh Carmen, we’ve all wasted so much money! 😒
I had a walk in closet in my house 10 years ago - now I don't need it anymore, I decluttered 60 percent 2 years ago 🙂
This hair style looks amazing on you Audrey. I’m loving the scarf! Thank you for the tips.
My fantasy self wears pencil skirts and high heels every day. My real self wears chinos and flat shoes every day. I don't need to revamp my closet, I need a different job. :-) :-) :-)
HILARIOUS 😂😂😂
Same , I always own a few of this items, no use!
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I am changing careers right now and I am SO excited to be able to wear blazers everyday now instead of a dirty pear of work pants and a flannel :D
@@LeaLikesIcecream Congratulations and Good Luck!
I always put newly washed clothes at one end of my wardrobe. If an item gets to the other end before it is worn, I challenge myself to style the item. If I find I cannot style it with anything, it goes.
Interesting technique! I’m going to try it.
I used to do that but I found myself overwhelmed because they were not color/size coordinated (size: sleeve or pant leg lenght). I try to plan my outfits and be mindful of what I've worn in the past two weeks. It has helped me a lot and I feel organized. 😂😂🤷♀️
I've developed a similar strategy in high school and it has worked for more than 15 years 🙃
I started the “turn the hanger around” trick at the beginning of the year.
2020 was not the best year to try this technique...........
I love how Audrey wants our shoes to chill
Funny, I was just thinking about getting duplicates of some pieces I wear more often! It totally makes sense! Thank You!
If I find something I really like, I buy two if I can!
I just want to say, I love how you put timestamps in your videos and have a clear outline. I wish more people did this!
As I start this journey toward minimal wardrobe, I have been wrestling with this issue on duplicates- especially white and black t-shirts. I am learning that they are the work horses of my wardrobe. Thank you for addressing.
I completely agree with the laundry issue. Its not talked about enough in the discussions of capsule, minimal or intentional wardrobes. Thanks for all the videos...your advise about having a color pallete has been very helpful for me.
Love the advice about fantasy self and real self - my fantasy self wears long flowing skirts and dresses - my real self wears t shirts, jeans and muddy boots. Hence why I have 6 pairs of jeans, but only one long dress!
I must admit, when I find something really perfect while shopping, and I know how difficult it is to find something like this, that fits me and I just simply know I will wear it a lot, I just buy double :)
I am so glad you brought up the shoe issue. They really do require a day off to restore their shape and supportive cushion. This is frequently neglected in capsule wardrobe planning and outfit rotation.
Such an excellent topic! I feel that this issue is what is often missing from discussions of capsule wardrobes... if you pare down too much, you wear out your clothes too quickly and drive yourself crazy doing laundry all the time. My rule of thumb is to have enough tops each season so that I don’t have to repeat for a week and I definitely believe in not wearing the same pair of shoes two days in a row. I think it’s not only good for your shoes, but also your feet.
Best to have a minimal wardrobe
but keep clothes or things that
are nice, and used regularly and
bring you joy or much happiness.
I live in Bangalore and we have about 10-20 degrees difference between summer and winter so I do have many many cotton bottoms that I wear outside under long tunics (kurtas) during the summer and then indoors in winter. I have 5 pairs of jeans of varying sizes and colors because I usually get a bit plump around festival time and then lose that weight when I get back to eating everyday home food 😂 I mean who's gonna miss out on feasts, m I right? 😛
This weekend I am clearing out my wardrobe, I have been honest with myself recently on what my tastes are now, plus purchasing more quality pieces & not quantity 🇬🇧💖xx p.s I have a lot of wardrobes.. hence the requirement of cleaning out 😉😂
I agree. Enough rotation is necessary even with high quality things. So one of each might seem ok but it will have to be replaced sooner. 👌
This is something I struggle with a lot in the fall/winter! I’ve always gravitated towards similar looks rather than desiring a different aesthetic every day. So a casual (non-work) fall outfit of a long sleeve shirt & vest or blanket scarf makes my heart sing. It’s worth it to me to have multiple vests & multiple scarves of various thickness to create similar, but different looks. I don’t struggle as much limiting core pieces as I do limiting “extras” 🙃 I also need to be honest with myself about how much I don’t need in my casual wardrobe as opposed to my work wardrobe. I don’t need as many jeans as black pants simply bc of my lifestyle.
Thank you Audrey, your tips are always welcome and quite helpful. I‘m living in the North of Europe and have to manage different weather very often.
So my closet has to cover from -10Celsius in winter up to 35plus in summer. This means a lot more logistics with garments. Therefore I found it useful to put aside in a box all the pieces I don‘t need during the actual season. And secondly in spring and autumn I do a lot of layering, so that there is something to take off when it becomes to warm during the day.
Have a nice day! I appreciate your videos! Keep on and thanks a lot!
This is an important video! I had started a journey to become a minimalist, but I figured somethings out in the process. Realistically it’s very energy and water are very expensive and my laundry bill would skyrocket. It became less efficient to have less clothes, so now I definitely try to build a wardrobe that gives me options. I’m doing a lot less laundry now which is helpful, but also I’m having more fun with my clothes. 😊
I already posted on Instagram about my 4 navy cardigans! This is a great topic. I remember reading a book on french fashion that said if you find something that really suits you like a navy blazer you should stick with it but buy the next one with an expensive looking twist like red piping on the cuffs
This was so great. I read somewhere something about black dresses. I have struggled with the fact that I own several black dresses, in different cuts, styles, fabrics. The article said something along the lines of: if a black dress is what makes you feel your best and the most confident, suits your personal style and it is what you always gravitate towards (as opposed to a different colour or a pattern), then don't be afraid to own several so that you've got options for different occasions/purposes. So, I allow my self to own 2-3 formal black dresses, similar for casual and similar for the "in between." In the past, I have tried to venture out of my comfort zone into bright colours and usually that dress ends up back on the hanger and on goes the black dress. My runner up colour is navy blue - not a big leap there :)
I love the idea of a capsule wardrobe, however my particular situation does not lend itself to a minimal amount of clothing. I have chronic health issues that will keep me of commission sometimes for months at a time. I live alone so there is no one to do laundry except me. So I have a larger number of items than some. But I have been brutally honest with myself about what I actually do wear on a regular basis. I no longer buy clothes for a life I don’t even have. Everything I kept after the thinning out process are items I like, look good on me, can be worn more than one way and are in good condition.
Having said all that, I do enjoy your videos. I often pick up tips or ideas that help. So thanks, from Tennessee.
I think each of us has a slightly different situation and must tweak to suit our lives. Congratulations on dealing with the issue of items that aren’t really working in your life. That’s a tough one. Take care!
I have 7 white tops in different styles to fit into my weekly laundry schedule. I wear them year long.
OMG, thank you! I've watched a lot of those 10-piece capsule (or whatever really small number) videos and it's always "It's so versatile! If you can pair every single top with every single bottom you have like 200 outfits!" But when I tried that my very first discovery was that, especially in the summer, the number of outfits you have is actually limited by the number of tops you have, because sweat is a thing and laundry is necessary. But for some reason no one else has ever mentioned this eminently logical fact. So thank you.
I found this wonderful white, button-down shirt in a thrift store, and it quickly became my go-to shirt for professional wear. I ended up tracking it down online and ordered two more of them so I could rotate them. So I have literally three of the exact same shirt in my closet! I find this works for me, since I usually layer the shirts under something because the shirt is never really the star of my outfit. It gives my look a consistency that I really like while allowing me to wear a fresh shirt when I need to.
I just bought a new white tee yesterday. I do have several but they have stains and spots. I get so frustrated because my clothing especially tops get dark spots and yellow spots. I do not dry them because that would set them and really ruin the shirt. Sometimes I don't catch the spot and there goes a ruined top. But I do have duplicates of several things. Lots of styles of black pants for me is a great idea because I can have dress pants and jeans and workout wear which doubles for homewear. I do have a lot of styles of tees in a variety of colors. I can put a blazer over them and feel like I'm a little bit more dressed than usual. I could take your tip and have more shoes or boots that I can wear so I won't wear out the shoes I do wear. Clothing can sure take up space. When I lost weight I began to buy a new set of clothing which includes thrift and consignment pieces as well as some new. They have tended to expand in my house. I had an apartment that had a nice walk in closet and a hall closet. Ir got full. I moved and brought most of that wardrobe to where I live now, they are in boxes in the garage of my house. These clothing items can surely be a weight around your neck or it can be fun, if you have room. Some folks have whole rooms dedicated to clothing. Time and effort has to be spent to purge items that are not worn. A small wardrobe can have many benefits as well as drawbacks. Duplicates can be downsized to make room for items that one really loves. Having duplicates of other things like makeup can be wasteful. Having too much can be wasteful as well. I admire your dedication to keeping your wardrobe down to having only what you can store in your house.
Hi Denisa, I spray my tops with laundry spray 1/2 hour or more before I wash them, if the stain doesn't come out after it has dried, I spray it again, if the stain is stubborn I soak it in Napisan, or something else. Cheers Debra xxx
Such a good point! I found myself constantly waiting for my Everlane Air cami to go through the laundry in order to wear it again. I have it in white and black and could wear them every day. I wanted a duplicate but am not satisfied with the fabric quality (I love the cut though). I got a beautiful cotton fabric, traced the shape of the Air Cami on it and sew one myself. Super happy with this process and I think I'll start making my white t-shirts myself too (then I can be sure that the fit, length and fabric are exactly what I want...kind of tired of the hunt for the perfect tee..).
You are the number one person I would like to see declutter! As it its few and far between that you do declutter pleaseeee share with us if possible! Thank you!!
Yes, when she did a video on getting rid of items she wasn’t wearing it was so interesting and informative.
i love your videos! its so helpful when i need a guide on what type of clothes is important to keep/buy.
My wardrobe has mostly white n black tops,denim in many shades and wide leg pallazzo style pants. A sprinkle of everything else for when i hv a mood change. Comfort and simplicity n classic is important to me.
I struggle to keep a minimal wardrobe as my weight fluctuates a lot. I’m now trying to make better decisions when I buy anything new, like I recently bought a tie waisted dress that I can loosen or tighten depending on my size at the time. I’m getting fed up of always having clothes in my wardrobe that don’t fit, but that I can’t declutter because I know I’ll need them again.
Thank-you for the laundry & shoe tips! Will definitely take this into consideration.
Omg looking at all your whites...makes me want to run my fingers on the fabric cool and soft 😅 🙈 what I mean is it’s very aesthetic.
Audrey, this Really helped me. When you said we have to be honest with ourselves (I don't remember exactly how you put it), that was the key: it snapped me back to reality. :D I need to be realistic about my lifestyle, and all the factors which go into what I'm going to wear so it works for me and with me! It's so obvious, but sometimes we get stuck into - I don't know - just other ways of thinking. This was very timely for me - thank you!! xo
I'm short on space so don't have many duplicates. I used to, until I revamped my wardrobe and now have a capsule wardrobe. I'm really limiting what I purchase and it feels good.
I want to get to where you are. So helpful to hear it feels good and not limiting. Thanks!
So I buy duplicate solid colour tee shirts from old navy. They are comfy, they fit me well and I wear them at work every day. So I have several colours of the same shirt. I am also very short, high waisted with long legs and wide thighs and calves. So I buy several pairs of St. John's bay jeans. They fit me the best I've ever had jeans fit. Those things help me keep my wardrobe simple and effective for my life. I stick to the brands I know fit me well.
Thank you for gifting us with your knowledge and experiences. 🖤
I have very little closet space (even less than you, Audrey!), so my space can easily feel overrun. I have to be careful about duplicates. That said, I do tend to duplicate knitwear, but they get a lot of use in the U.K. I really should duplicate my ankle boots, as I wear them every single day for months - I keep putting it off, as I can’t decide whether to get another black pair, or choose something different like Oxblood.
Great video Audrey. As ever you explain very concisely the way to figure out personal style and uniform and using those things to conform to some 'rules' but bending them your own way and that's what makes it interesting. I personally enjoy having duplicates of certain pieces I love and gravitate to most in different colours, for example I have 3 different colours of berets that I wear very often and in different ways. Otherwise I don't have many duplicates of things, I try to have one type of thing or another. If I have two similar items in the same or similar colours I might decide to part with one. But that's just my way around my colourful, yet capsule, wardrobe!
Loved this video. I decluttered a few months ago and I now regret getting rid of my duplicate ankle boots as the one pair I kept is completely worn out now and will have to be replaced for next winter😔
I feel like you have read my mind with your videos as of late, and this one is no exception! Thank you for being so helpful!
I have a really good suggestion about weither you should buy a duplicate or not and it comes from my husband. If I buy one I have to give up 1 and if I buy a lot of something I have to give up 2. I really like that and implement it in everything I buy. It sure helps to curb impose buying.
I just bought a black jumper dress for winter. It was not a planned purchase. I wear jumper dresses a lot during winter and the ones I like are not that easy to find. But I don't think this one would stand the test of time. I think I may need to return it.. A great video as always
Ugh I am the queen of duplicates, of “same but different” - I’m commenting before watching first but I can’t wait to hear the knowledge drop 😍😍
I'm the type to comment before watching on her videos too 🤭 her fashion wisdom is incomparable
marialovesmusicalot guilty too
Love you Miss Xtina...you are a queen 👸 in your own right!
If you a sweat a lot in summertime, i think it is great to wear white, it is not that obvious that you sweat. So it is ok to have several white tops.
Thank you Audrey. I am also sooooo happy when a new video is online !!! 😀😀Thanks for sharing this with us, very useful as usual👍🏻
I solved the space issue by making one bedroom a multi purpose room for taping video, watching TV, and storing extra clothes on portable clothes racks. This way everything is on a hanger and easily viewed, including sweaters, scarves, and accessories.
Audrey, I began this journey toward finding my personal style and reducing the number of clothing items in my closet when I discovered your TH-cam channel close to two years ago. At first, I tried mirroring your idea of a capsule wardrobe.This was helpful in the early days of my wardrobe curation. Over time, though, I realized that copying any capsule wardrobe suggestion didn’t always lead me to explore what I really liked. In short, I now have a much clearer idea of my personal style. Your videos over these many months have helped me so much. Thanks for your thought provoking content!
I have saved a lot of money watching you. I use what I already have more mindfully now and try different combinations. I used to just buy clothes on a whim. Its never too late to change your perspective!
I actually love wearing white, but I never reach for it because I feel like it wears out so fast. I've actually been thinking of buying duplicates for a while now, but I didn't know if that was unnecessary. But now, I'm gonna do it, so I can feel better about wearing white!
I have duplicates of favourite items in different style levels for different occasions. I have a casual linen navy spot blouse, a smart casual cotton mix one and one with a sheen for evenings out.
You inspired me to declutter, especially now that I lost a lot of weight, and need to stop holding on to the larger sizes
Get those larger shirts tailored... another of Audrey’s tips
I want to watch this so bad. But got to edit an article. I'll keep it for later as a reward. Was looking forward to your new video, Audrey x
I am so very guilty of duplicates! I am on the road to buying less, my shopping addiction is a real struggle. I think it has a lot to do with enjoying such trend-based channels. Thank you for reminding me about sustainability and personal style over fashion. I’ve only come across your channel in the last few months but I’ve already saved hundreds... possibly more 😳🥰
audrey, scarf sos!! 😂I have watched all of your videos and have added scarf to my wardrobe. i shopped online for vintage scarf, and i cant stop thinking about it and even dream about scarves!!😭😭 the design is so classy and versatile, and they fit my colour palette 😭 now 1) how do i stop scarf addiction, and 2) how often you wash scarf and how, 3) what cloth is suitable for a scarf on the neck? (turtle neck? boat neck, formal collar, asian round collar, tee, etc), how loose or close to the neck for each collar/cloth types? help😭😭 thank you so much 😭💖
I have a scarf addiction too ! lol
I love white shirts and t shirts, but I have to replace them constantly. I tend to mess them up too quickly🤔
Same!!🤦🏻♀️
Same
Same!
@@veehart6600 omg! Same!😂 How do I get spots out of white shirts?!!
Honest to goodness!
I tend to have the most multiples of tops depending on their necklines. For example, I might have a crew neck navy top, one with a v-neck, one with a scoop neck, etc. I also have some clothes for summer, some for the coldest part of winter (I live in Albany, NY) and some that work for most seasons. These do tend to be close to duplicates in color and style.
This came at the perfect time! I've started to begin my capsule wardrobe journey! I have learned what season I am and decided on colors I wanted for 2020. Thank you for the video :)
Love this! I am definitely guilty of buying too many formal things in college and I’ve debated getting rid of them but ultimately I decided to keep them because it saves me from worrying about finding a good outfit for the occasional wedding/event/etc.
I’d love to see a video on workout clothes + minimalism. I work out 5-6 days a week and I feel like so much of my closet is athletic clothes (especially now with working from home, most of my athletic clothes are just my regular outfits, which I need to stop with haha(
Yes! I typically own about 10 white tees at any given time. You need different styles. V-neck, scoop neck, boat neck, peplum, knotted, etc. And every year I buy about 2 more because they do show stains after only a couple years so I always need a continuous supply of more white tees.
Your hair looks fab ! I have 2 white T-shirts and 2 white blouses! I own black and white tops for easy matching.
I don't know if this answers the question about duplicates, but this is how I "manage" my wardrobe. At the start of every season, I pull 7 outfits out of my closet that are my favorite, specifically what I would wear for each day i.e. one church outfit, a more casual outfit for a Saturday, etc. Everything that is left in the closet gets scrutinized. If it's worn out or has any stains beyond repair it goes, if it needs some sort of altering or fixing it gets pulled to do that, and if it's perfectly fine, but I'm just not loving it right now I put it away to evaluate it next season. I've learned not to get rid of perfectly good clothes on a whim, because I may later regret it and it's just wasteful. Based on what is left, I take note of what is lacking and make my list of desired purchases.
I would definitely love to see you decluttering your wardrobe and your reasoning for each piece. I've realised i need more ankle boots to rotate in my wardrobe. 😊🤗😍
I put freshly laundered clothing at one end of the closet, as another of your viewers commented. It’s easy to recognize the 20% that I wear 80% of the time. This came in handy last week because a forest fire forced us to evacuate and I just grabbed the 20% and took off.
I also feel that white shirts get dirty very quickly, and the more often we wear them the more chances for them to get stains and getting yellow from over washing! I like to look fresh, so for me I own many white shirts! I go through my closet every season and remove items that I no longer wear! Thank you for sharing! Enjoyed your videos! 🤗😍
Great informative tips Audrey. It’s ok to have duplicates, each piece just has to be different for various occasions 😊
I agree that one of the keys to duplicates is frequency of laundry. I have some things I love to wear and have enough duplicates so that I only need to do laundry every two weeks. I also live in two places and do not want to lug thins back and forth so over time I have things in both places so that if I show up with the clothes on my back I can get by for all occasions needed. I just keep the older things where I spend less time so at least I can make due. I also think knowing your activities is so key. I love beautiful summer dresses but find that I really do not wear them very much so maybe it is time to thin those out and let someone else enjoy them. The backbone of what I wear is casual and active wear so that is what I am trying to add when I need new things. Over the past two years I have acquired lots of new things (from the thrift store) so I really have more than I need so I really need to try to thin out as I put away my warm weather clothes this year...........realistically I really only need a clean casual shirt for two weeks and I fear that I have many I never reach for.
About to go and de-clutter now, my space is very small so I have to pack summer clothes into boxes which then go at the bottom of my wardrobe, not ideal. My shoes get stored in pretty storage boxes on top of my dresser. I am amazed how much I can fit in, although I do not have a huge closet, I am very much a capsule wardrobe, classic pieces girl - Thats why I love your videos Audrey. Thank you so much you have just inspired me to go and pack away my summer clothes as it is raining.
Brilliant video per usual. That scarf looks fantastic on you!
I'm also in love with ankle boots. You're not the only one Audrey! They are all black and a little different. As I'm not working right now, I do have time to go through my apartment and my wardrobe to reduce clutter, sell a few things, and donate also. I really like how you've laid out your draws. I might try that for myself and move t shirts and jumpers (I'm not American!) into the draws and keep coats and shirt outside hanging. Thanks for this video. It was very helpful as usual.
I’m from New England and have always lived in older homes and apartments so my closets were pretty small but I always had a TON of clothing. Now I live in Florida and find the closets are massive here! But I have less clothing so it’s extra nice to be able to see everything I own and know that it’s breathing and not jammed packed together.
My goal!!
I have limited closet space so it does affect in some way my spending.I also try to be more minimalist it is easier that now I know my style and my colour palette. I do have 3 white tees for example as I can wait to hand wash them together. They are my only whites (+ 1white shirt) so I don’t use the washing machine for so few items. I want to wait to have a full load to use the machine so I have a duplicate of several items. I love ankle boots and loafers so I have several different pairs of those as well
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Never clicked so fast!!!! 😂 cz literally i have 8 to 9 white shirts in my wardrobe
Oh no! Am i the only one who will wear something a couple times (minus the obvious things) and then wash and like rarely wash my jeans?
I wash my pant/shirt items when they ‘need’ it, which is rarely after one wear.
I like audrey's voice. It's clear and have a calm intonation. I wish I can talk like audrey!
I wish I had a friend like you Audrey you're so amazing and I think I would follow every tips you would give me you are so great thank you for sharing your videos 😍🥰😊
Oh, Audrey, for me the problem with decluttering is that I love all my clothes!! What can I do ...
Always so informative and great tips you share👌
this is one of my favourite topics!! I have tags on my hangers and each time I wear an item, I put a stroke (like a tally). I also write the year and cost of purchase. My aim is to enter this data into an excel spreadsheet and calculate my average cost per wear and what type of items I am gravitating towards.
such a nice idea, Heather ❤ I might try it as well.
You might like to check out Gold Zipper on TH-cam. She is a data analyst who does exactly that.
@@gunjanraheja9236 thank you. I started to set it up during lockdown earlier this year. I had a lot of time on my hands!! It has been so anchoring for me to see what items I am wearing the most often. I have discovered the basics are my most worn items. They do double duty. In response to Audrey's video, I also buy duplicates of items I know I will wear a lot of - especially shoes. I have two pairs of shoes that I bought again when I found them on sale as I need them in my life for longer!!
@@mklarson2980 ok I will, thanks for the tip.
@@heathervalentine8222 Thank you so much, Heather for sharing your experience. I love reading comments section as people like you drop some amazing comments and ideas about different things, and also teaches you something which you may have never thought before. ❤
I am so glad that I found your comment.
I moved a lot, across continents. I have my own style but I am always having to adapt to my new surroundings. So I end up experimenting and then have to declutter again. Life changes all the time and although I appreciate the depth of minimalism, it's been a constant flux for me. But I guess, to some extent it is for everyone!
Would love to see some content on how to discovery your personal style where to start and how to slowly build without going overboard. Also, my lifestyle is pretty active but how do I incorporate more stylish pieces. Right now I basically wait for an occasion to look nice and in general I'm not happy with that approach. I want to be more stylish and have no idea where to start.
I have two pairs of trousers that are duplicates, but I'm different sizes because my weight tends to vary a bit between these two sizes (mostly affecting the bottoms). Since my tops still fit, my capsule wardrobe always works even if I gain or lose a few pounds.
Could you do a video on when you're de-cluttering?
Hi Audrey, I‘ve been watching your videos for a while now and they‘ve helped me a lot with all kinds of things (organizing my closet, finding a color palette, olive skin, and yes, shopping less and enjoying my clothes more). One suggestion for a video that I have is on how to pair skirts and dresses with fall jackets and coats. With the upcoming falls season and cooler temperatures, what do you wear with your long satin skirts? It doesn’t make sense to buy a new jacket for every skirt \ (maxi) dress so do you have suggestions for this (perhaps beyond pullovers)? Thanks and I’m very much looking forward to more of this good stuff on your channel.
It depends on your personal taste/uniform and/or season. I'm wearing both above and below the knee skirts and personally, I find that longer trenches and coats are the best option as they match any hem length and they protect me from the cold. As long as the coat is covering (most of) the skirt/dress, I'm good to go. The only short jacket I'm wearing with skirts is my denim jacket in late spring/early autumn but that's just my personal preference. Feel free to experiment and see what uniform you prefer.
if it comes to my wardrobe, i fell in love with certain silhouettes - I'm an hourglass, so i like fitted on the ankle trousers and high waisted pants. I buy all my pants that way, be it denim, more elegant fabric or even loungue wear. Same with blouses- i have standard white shirt in all variations and most importantly styles and textures. Elegant, with ruffles and embroidery and more casual and plain cotton for everyday wear. In that way I have a lot of "the same stuff", but actually it's not this simple. Also, when you have 2 of something you really like, similar, but not quite the same, and you wear it interchangeably, you technically make the things last 2 times longer!
I definitely feel like having duplicates of certain shoes that you get the most wear out of is helpful, so I'm glad you mentioned that tip! I currently own two pairs of work shoes since I do a lot of standing/walking at my job. This has definitely helped me in keeping the longevity of those two pairs :)
For me when it comes to duplicates if I cant seem to keep something clean or get it washed fast enough without wanting to wear it again I find another one and try to take something out of my closet that doesn't get as much use or almost no use, helps me keep my wardrobe minimized.
Wow, the uniform idea is really amazing! I am going straight to my wardrobe after watching this video to identify those things that I love wearing the most and I feel great in. Thanks a lot! 💝
I think many of my duplicates are the result of settling for something that is close to, but not exactly what I'm looking for. Once I find the item I'm looking for, if I find myself frustrated when I accidentally grab the similar, but less preferred piece, I move it to my sell/donate bin. This is absolutely the situation with my black long sleeved shirts. I have one that I've worn holes in because I love it so much, another that is slowly being worked in to give my favorite a break, and then I have another that is a heavier knit that becomes easily misshapen and is shorter than I like my shirts to be---that shirt, which is in great condition because I dislike wearing it, is now in the sell bin.
When I find something I Love I always buy a second one the trouble is it doesn’t stretch my style
You are so beautiful and feminine! I love your videos ❤
Your channel is awesome! I would like to see a house, yard, closet, declutter tour? Thank you😀
I love how you pin point those down in numbers. My problems for space and clothes of my cause by 4 different and big changes in season of Finland.
Always an inspiration to revamp ... not a lot of space so declutter starts now ...thank you Audrey
I always have duplicates of certain clothing. Jean shirts, white tees, white shirts, black tees, and black pants are always bought in duplicates. Especially if I find something I really like.