WHY YOU SHOULD STOP BUYING CLOTHES

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  • @FrugalAesthetic
    @FrugalAesthetic  2 ปีที่แล้ว +68

    WHATNOT SHOW HAS BEEN PUSHED TO
    WEDNESDAY 11/16 @: 9PM EST: bit.ly/3U7LTbQ
    IM GIVING AWAY THE BALENCIAGA HOODIE FOR FREE NOW :^)

  • @sliimon
    @sliimon 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3001

    I usually strip the nearest bystander from their clothes when I feel like I deserve a new clothing article to add to my collection, it’s a cheaper and more efficient solution to searching and buying clothes.

    • @Wheres_Bunny
      @Wheres_Bunny 2 ปีที่แล้ว +47

      GENIUS

    • @DJl3iohazord
      @DJl3iohazord 2 ปีที่แล้ว +172

      I’m waiting for the civil war to drop so I can loot my fit.

    • @PseudoFiction
      @PseudoFiction 2 ปีที่แล้ว +47

      that's no go in my case as I live next to a grade school
      end up looking like that girl wearing cat sweaters on her leg

    • @randomyoutubero.o7633
      @randomyoutubero.o7633 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      📖✍️

    • @randomyoutubero.o7633
      @randomyoutubero.o7633 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@PseudoFiction lmfao the fact that I know exactly who you're talking about

  • @randomyoutubero.o7633
    @randomyoutubero.o7633 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2407

    This is facts tho, I did a deep clean on my closet, and only kept things that I actually like, wear, and can style.... I'm borderline a minimalist now. Sold almost everything and have never felt more comfortable in my style. Don't by the hype, but if you do buy what you like/need/sometimes want. Not impulsively tho, wait on it and see if you actually want it 9/10 you forget about it 🤷🏾‍♀️💚😂 thanks for reading my Ted talk about Christian's Ted talk
    Edit: awe gawrsh guys thanks for the likes heeyuk 😂🫶🏾

    • @dannym7026
      @dannym7026 2 ปีที่แล้ว +138

      On the same note: Please don't fall into the fake minimalist trap of doing closet purges every 6 months and revamping your entire wardrobe; that is even worse than not being a minimalist at all.

    • @danielj274
      @danielj274 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      🧢

    • @randomyoutubero.o7633
      @randomyoutubero.o7633 2 ปีที่แล้ว +42

      @@dannym7026 truuuueee, both sides of the coin can be toxic if you just blindly follow. Do what makes ya comfy and confident, everyone is different, so trying to be like someone else is never gonna work.

    • @thanos2715
      @thanos2715 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Yep just did that after years of buying clothes all the time and now I have barely bought clothes in the last 2 years. Just rocking the things that I like.

    • @caldwell9-0
      @caldwell9-0 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@dannym7026 fr like you can be a minimalist with a maximilist style ngl

  • @saliiczar
    @saliiczar 2 ปีที่แล้ว +400

    Thrifting really solved this problem for me. Different styles, sustainable clothes, and it helped me sift through pieces I found genuinely appealing. Finding items you relate to while think about how you can style them with clothes you already have really did something for my personal style and fit composition.

    • @yng27
      @yng27 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Same i started from the bottom up, kept 5-6 levi’s in varying colors and just thrift a ton of crewnecks, pullovers, fleeces and 1/4 zips and i’m loving how i can dress down or up for any occasion

    • @venca955
      @venca955 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      @@max.a.trillion3217 then curated secondhand/vintage stores are the place for you! you look at stuff that is genuinely good and don’t have to sift through tons of old h&m and shein shit. some are a bit overpriced tho

    • @me1ted
      @me1ted 2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      i also think that thrifting helps with buying less because if you dont find what youre looking for or what you vibe with, you dont buy anything and you just come back later. i also feel like you have more time to give thought to the pieces while youre sorting through the rest of the racks. ive found that with thrifting, ive been able to figure out what i actually like instead of just going with the trend since thrift stores dont have the “newest thing”

    • @samaraisnt
      @samaraisnt ปีที่แล้ว +5

      honestly that's not "buying nothing" tho cause I only buy seconhand...so by that logic I can shop 3x a week cause it's not fast fashion. I've seen people buy crates on crates at thrift stores so it's not less it's just cheaper...which makes people buy more!

    • @madamemiu20577
      @madamemiu20577 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@samaraisnt yes and it's still better. Buying second hand clothes is not the same as buying new clothes. Buying new clothes provoces mass production. Buying second hand clothes inspires people to share, exchange or recycle.

  • @brainsoup6475
    @brainsoup6475 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1725

    Literally made my own shirt recently, it’s so much more liberating to make EXACTLY what you want from scratch.

    • @atuvera9021
      @atuvera9021 2 ปีที่แล้ว +88

      Ikr, i actually made my own clothes last year. I kept going back to the clothes i made often because it fits me how i want and is much cheaper. Having a sewing machine really was a game changer.

    • @dolphinbj1629
      @dolphinbj1629 2 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      I love Kapital but most of their stuff doesn’t even fit me so I’ve started trying sashiko and embroidery and it’s not even THAT hard.

    • @HugeChad69
      @HugeChad69 2 ปีที่แล้ว +43

      How would you recommend starting on something like that? I wanna do that so bad but have no clue where to start.

    • @brainsoup6475
      @brainsoup6475 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      @@HugeChad69 I started with fabric dye classes, then embellishment and now I’m working on pattern making. It’s by no means an easy process, but more than anything getting comfortable with a sewing machine is the biggest hill to climb.

    • @HugeChad69
      @HugeChad69 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@brainsoup6475 Yeah the sewing machine seems daunting. I appreciate the tips though Ill definitely check out some free classes for those topics.

  • @heo570
    @heo570 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1217

    thanks so much for this. I work in the environmental industry and also love fashion and it's really tough to support the current wasteful feeling of fast fashion. Buying new clothes for the sake of capitalism and you're urges is not healthy and if you really care about fashion, you can look good with half the amount you purchase.

    • @randomyoutubero.o7633
      @randomyoutubero.o7633 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      FACTS

    • @ysbrandd
      @ysbrandd 2 ปีที่แล้ว +35

      I really wanna go back to a 100-150 years ago when your clothing was tailored high quality, local and affordable.

    • @scruffy5370
      @scruffy5370 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@ysbrandd back in the day of slavery??? 😨😨

    • @bluedragonfly5145
      @bluedragonfly5145 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      @@scruffy5370 dude don’t act like they’re isn’t slavery in modern day fashion.

    • @ysbrandd
      @ysbrandd ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@scruffy5370 you know that slavery is still going in poor countries and that the only reason slavery isnt going on everywhere except europe and parts of north america is cause industrialised agriculture is more efficient and cheaper.

  • @slowlikeheaven
    @slowlikeheaven 2 ปีที่แล้ว +462

    As a woman, I can absolutely relate with this. When I was younger, I’d buy clothes as often as 2-3 times a month, and they’d be styles that didn’t fit with my aesthetic. I just saw that they looked good on someone else and figured maybe it would work for me too. But once I had it, I’d realize that I didn’t have anything in my existing wardrobe to go with the new acquisitions, so I had to buy stuff to match them. After a while, they’d sit in my closet or in a pile that will eventually go to my mom’s donation box 😅 Now I purchase clothes probably thrice a year, and I have to put them on heavy rotation because I genuinely enjoy them.

    • @randomyoutubero.o7633
      @randomyoutubero.o7633 2 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      One of the best feelings and you don't even care what everyone has to say about it, because you like it

    • @80sgirlwhamduran
      @80sgirlwhamduran 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      That is my goal to understand my own style and be able to curate a wardrobe that I love.

  • @lancecatubigan3919
    @lancecatubigan3919 2 ปีที่แล้ว +209

    "Hating is free than going broke"
    Inspiration

  • @Dekn33s
    @Dekn33s 2 ปีที่แล้ว +176

    “You might not care about the world, which is fair. But don’t fumble your bag like that.” He’s so reallll

  • @miserycord0666
    @miserycord0666 2 ปีที่แล้ว +347

    Low key Christians comparisons and analogies are so top tier. Especially the end about how wasting money on clothes is similar to having your Spotify playlist on shuffle. He transitioned into that so seamlessly

    • @gggutinho
      @gggutinho 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      The fast food comparison was brilliant

    • @THICCTHICCTHICC
      @THICCTHICCTHICC 2 ปีที่แล้ว +33

      He's a seriously smart dude for someone who made a career out of being goofy

    • @Max25670
      @Max25670 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      He's good at making the stuff he's talking about relatable.

    • @andresvelez6538
      @andresvelez6538 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      The dude that buys all and wears the basketball gear to play analogy was so good it changed my whole perspective 😂 on life 15:28

  • @Muhkoonga
    @Muhkoonga 2 ปีที่แล้ว +371

    6 years on TH-cam and Christian always sticks to the roots and watching out for our wallets :) frugal aesthetic

  • @thee-mad-man
    @thee-mad-man 2 ปีที่แล้ว +315

    I’m not even that big into fashion but your videos are just mad entertaining to watch

    • @vlon3lyboiii666
      @vlon3lyboiii666 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      You so lucky I bet you save sm money

    • @logic533
      @logic533 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@vlon3lyboiii666 we’d be billionaires if we didn’t care about clothes

    • @him4690
      @him4690 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Are u walter west

    • @lloyd1k211
      @lloyd1k211 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I lost track how much I spent on clothes. Idk why most people my age buy stuff like shows or in game items like vbucks but I prefer to buy things like movies and cloths

    • @matteon4192
      @matteon4192 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@lloyd1k211 at the end of the day you and them aren't so different, depending how much you spend on that stuff you're not any better

  • @baby-girlification
    @baby-girlification 2 ปีที่แล้ว +187

    some things that have gotten me better at buying less clothes
    1. don't buy anything after midnight/on less than 8 hours of sleep
    2. if possible, wait 3 days thinking about how this new piece would work in your closet and if u really want it. sometimes the want to buy something just goes away on its own.
    3. if looking for a specific kind of piece, try to thrift first
    4. don't buy faux or real fur new, always thrift it if furs what u want
    5. record the outfits ur proud of! sometimes i get into a rotation of outfits, and i feel like i need to buy something to make things feel fresh again. i look at some old fit pics to get inspired and even rework
    6. i also just blacklist various brands that are fast fashion/are racist/are generally problematic. its just easy
    let me know if you have any tips or advice you follow on being more fashion sustainable!

    • @yng27
      @yng27 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      that part about waiting a couple days before buying is a lifesaver tbh unless it’s a hype piece that has the possibility of selling out at least you can always sell it and get your money back if so

    • @quester09
      @quester09 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      thredUp app

    • @baby-girlification
      @baby-girlification 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @alets doberman I'm afraid i dont have a comprehensive list anywhere, i just kind of hear about brands and just remember to avoid them, and not even specifically for fashion. ofc there's the obvious fast fashion brands like Zara, hm, Urban Outfitters, shein, dolls kill, reformation, etc. There's also brands that i boycott for human rights issues or just being racist and shitty (including some of the above), like nike, Nestlé and their insanely long list of subsidiary products, Amazon, Pillsbury, puma, sabra hummus, dolce & Gabbana, Alexander wang, GAP, Walmart, etc. these are just some i can remember, but looking a company up can be good if you're not sure.

    • @baby-girlification
      @baby-girlification 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@saharamoon. honestly making that rule for myself really helped me curb my impulsive buying, so i highly recommend!

    • @thee-sportspantheon330
      @thee-sportspantheon330 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      If you live in Europe you can get military surplus women's coats real cheap. They're quality they last and they're cheap. It does limit style options though.

  • @aihsur
    @aihsur 2 ปีที่แล้ว +119

    thrifting has really only led me to buy so much more than i actually use, i’ve had to stop entirely because i just buy a bunch of shit i don’t even like that much and since i’ve just donated it back and now i’m just really focusing on making my own clothes or buying a piece i really really want and love

    • @johnnycage435
      @johnnycage435 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      That was me I’d thrift & not even wear the stuff or dye it & I find myself wearing sweats a T-shirt & 990’s

    • @heaven7612
      @heaven7612 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Same, making custom clothes is the future

    • @black-nails
      @black-nails ปีที่แล้ว +5

      That's why I just stopped going to thrift stores all together for now (it's been months), because I felt like I really don't need anything or just a couple specific things.

  • @ihavenoname2626
    @ihavenoname2626 2 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    This is why when I buy clothes, I always make sure that they are timeless and not just following the trends. Buying staples can make more outfits rather than buying a piece of clothing (that you’ll most likely never wear again) just cuz you have a specific outfit in mind. Buy things that you would actually wear in 2-5 years time!

  • @leestrz4153
    @leestrz4153 2 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Stay away from ASOS, Zara, shien, etc.
    Only buy things that last.
    I have a strict 7 outfits per season rule. 4 seasons. Shouldn't need more clothes than that.
    Realistically, I should have less.
    Making a spread sheet and referring to it before making purchases is extremely helpful.
    I can make sure I don't own multiple of the same thing.
    I.e. I always want to buy new hoodys and I've got too many already.

  • @liamcoyle4999
    @liamcoyle4999 2 ปีที่แล้ว +63

    Loving the work you're doing, man. Just wanna chime in and do my own where I can. On the ozone bit, if anyone is interested in looking more into the sustainability of their fashion I highly recommend starting by looking into the scopes approach (i.e. scope 1-3 emissions). It's a great way to get a broad understanding of the impact on emissions that anything along a supply chain makes from supplier to consumer. Although the ozone layer is healing since we banned a lot of the bad sh*t that we used to spray into the air, there's a f*ck ton more issues we have to address in order to achieve a sustainable and just basic ethical civilization. After all what the f*ck does sustainable even mean?
    Albeit the footprint of a single person is marginal and honestly won't do sh*t when it comes to global climate change and material pollution (unless you're actively using a private jet but we're gonna eat the rich anyways so it's ok), having the ability to cast a ripple effect is what can really drive change and make us broke boys feel better about ourselves. As it has to do w fashion--material waste, pollution, and human rights violations are all massive things to consider and that's just the tip of the iceberg. A TH-cam comment isn't going to cover everything but at the very least I want to push you in the direction of doing your own research, even if it is just a quick Google search about scope emissions.

  • @Handleitt1
    @Handleitt1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    When aiming towards a new wardrobe I wrote down a guideline style, colors, materials like denim, suede, vegan/leather etc, shoe types and such and this helped with a consistent closet.

    • @florianmuller8297
      @florianmuller8297 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Can you elaborate that with an example please?
      Did you write down all the colors you already got and what matches them? Stuff like that? :)

    • @Handleitt1
      @Handleitt1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@florianmuller8297 the main topic is my STYLE for example light/dark Academia. The MATERIALS and textures I use are cotton, a leather type of material, silk, and wool. COLORS are mainly white and browns but I add a little sapphire blue, emerald green, and black. CLOTHE TYPES: blouses, sweater vest, skirts, long coat, cape coat etc and lastly SHOE TYPES: Oxford shoes, ankle boots, knee high boots. ACCESSORIES: hats, bags (for school, computer, casual) jewelry, scarf, belt, hair accessories etc.
      Edit: when I’m shopping online I started off with most of the basics and a few key items that work well together and when shopping again I kept in mind what I already have and added more key items and accessories. Later I would add on the more expensive things like shoes and timeless winter coats that would never go out of style in my opinion.

  • @ytknits4892
    @ytknits4892 2 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    Perfect timing- I’ve started a year of no new clothes (including secondhand). My goal is to really work on styling the things I already have. I have some pieces I love, and they aren’t getting the wear they should be.

  • @kellym8534
    @kellym8534 2 ปีที่แล้ว +93

    I feel like everyone is realizing something important about themselves recently or just in general

    • @Max25670
      @Max25670 2 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      We basically lost 2 years of our lives to covid and it was at the beginning this new decade. So it's time to figure out where we go from here.

    • @kellym8534
      @kellym8534 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Max25670 faxx

    • @KrshnVisualizer
      @KrshnVisualizer 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I found out who i am during covid man its crasy

    • @Dayxh8
      @Dayxh8 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Max25670 lol I feel like everything is just weird af right now .. Everything seems watered down

    • @Undrgrndklt777
      @Undrgrndklt777 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      ​@@Max25670 Exactly. I didn't have a clear idea of quality time before covid. Shopping was my coping machanism. I'm working for a retailer of luxury goods as a stylist and everytime I like something that I have to style, I look at the price...and start thinking about traveling or going to a concert instead of purchasing the item, most of the time.

  • @PainCrashDaGPuff3000
    @PainCrashDaGPuff3000 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Agreed. I stopped buying clothes about a year and a half - two years ago. Coasting on all my purchases from the years before that while I remove items I don’t care about or wear. Ton of money saved and it’s honestly real nice worrying less about finding what to wear.

  • @Nic0Dr4ws
    @Nic0Dr4ws 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Honestly something that hit me like a year ago was that you don’t always have to buy on brand clothes/shoes to have the same look. It’s OK to have dupes or fakes, if you like the look but not the price or brand dupes/fakes are the way to go. On the other hand if you’re a hypebeast or something then buy the clothes/shoes for the brand

  • @solodolob
    @solodolob ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Had to go back and watch this video for the 3rd time because this is exactly what I'm going through atm. I've looked at so many pieces in my closet lately and asked myself, "why did I purchase that?" Compulsive decisions led to regret down the line. Be wise with your $ everyone, and I hope you all eventually reach the slope of enlightenment.

  • @SpareMango
    @SpareMango 2 ปีที่แล้ว +115

    I haven't paid for clothes in almost 2 years. I just take them from this guy that lives under this bridge down town. He seems fine with it because he doesn't say anything and just stares in my direction, but even if he did I don't think it would matter much since he couldn't do anything about it.
    After a quick wash they're good as new!

    • @malachipenalver8436
      @malachipenalver8436 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Lmao

    • @nuh-uhbro765
      @nuh-uhbro765 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Wtf lmao

    • @thegod3589
      @thegod3589 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      wait then who give that disabled clothing to wear :))))))

    • @SpareMango
      @SpareMango 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@thegod3589 he prob bought it himself smh he needa watchore frugal aesthetic

  • @Potatotrap4
    @Potatotrap4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    good advise for not only clothes but also just saving money in general. thank you for the infinite amount of help and clothing enlightenment!

  • @-ja
    @-ja 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    the production of these videos is incredibly streamlined. you can see it as he presents the topic from top to bottom this man clearly knows exactly what to edit, when to trim, and how to place every single element of it. the way things are spoken falls naturally in tandem with the visuals. I hate these topics. I hate fashion. I hate mainstream shit. However, these videos are goddamn masterpieces.

  • @WebVManReturns
    @WebVManReturns 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Funny you posted this because I just thought about quitting clothes shopping for quite some time and even got two bags of clothes and shoes together for Goodwill today.

  • @knowledgeispower36
    @knowledgeispower36 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I agree , I find myself only wearing about half of the clothes in my closet and the rest just sit there , wear your favorites

  • @soso-zz9qf
    @soso-zz9qf ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Atmospheric chemist here: the ozone "hole" was created by CFCs (used in fridges/freezers/pressurized aerosol cans) reacting with UV light in the upper atmosphere where the ozone layer is. This caused an issue because ozone was depleted through these reactions and over time the concentration of ozone in the layer dropped. The ozone "hole" is a region with little ozone concentration. Thankfully since the banning of most CFCs, it is recovering and by 2050 should be back to normal :)

  • @online6348
    @online6348 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    As a professional broke person, i realized with the years that the clothes that I wear the most, serve me the most for all my days, and that lasted the longest are clothes that I bought from thrift shops, i still wear some stuff that I bought when I was 17 meanwhile none of the fast fashion bullshit made it through. Its either i get sick of them just from seeing them too much in my closet and then get over them very quck or the quality gets really bad after 2-3 times of wear of after 2 wash cycles. Ghe thing with thrift shops is that it helps me not only to be creative by looking at some clothes that I wouldnt normally look at or see on social media differently and create unique original images in my head, but also it helps me currate and have a very essential and self serving wardrobe, because I think thouroughly about every piece before buying it since it comes only in one size and has to be useful (and dont have the skills or money to alter them )

  • @Gamingraptorstudios
    @Gamingraptorstudios 2 ปีที่แล้ว +56

    The come up from frugal aesthetic to certified non broke is beautiful

  • @chinoaintnice
    @chinoaintnice 2 ปีที่แล้ว +72

    Came for the fit advice, stayed for the therapy session.

    • @him4440
      @him4440 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      lmaoooo

  • @Okayletsg0
    @Okayletsg0 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Currently going through every piece of clothing I own and either washing and folding or donating it, haven’t done since anorexia recovery in 2016 so safe to say it’s a TASK lol

  • @CrudeHunter
    @CrudeHunter 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Even environmental issues aside, textile workers still face a lot of workplace abuse from fast fashion companies. So buy cutting out fast fashion brands and cutting back on buying clothes in general you won't be feeding into the demand for more clothes that will only last like, 2 years tops before it just turns into rags from how cheap it was made.

  • @mishynaofficial
    @mishynaofficial ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Maybe it will be useful to someone. I made a board on Pinterest, where I collected for six months only those outfits that I like and that I would copy 100% - from the headdress to shoes and accessories.
    It helped me discover what I liked and what I didn't like. I realized that my style is classic things from different styles (romantic, business, cowboy, motorcycle, techwear, warcore, 90s, 00s, 70s, sports, Milan and Paris, Chanel and Dior, folk outfit etc). I also discovered that 80% of my ideal wardrobe is black, white and denim. And the fact that I don't like skinny and loose sleeves at all.
    I am very happy with the result, because during these six months, I did not get tired of the things I collected and I still like these clothes.
    It is important to observe 3 things:
    1. This outfit will definitely look good on your figure. Study your proportions and ruthlessly remove all outfits that spoil your figure.
    2. Choose only where the color, shape, material is 100% acceptable for you. You would copy 100% - from the headdress to shoes and accessories. No BUTs are allowed.
    3. Be realistic about whether you will have room to wear each outfit. Choose outfits for work, walks around the city, romantic dates, and glamorous celebrations. Of course, if you go to nature or mountains, or for sports, you need a more practical style. As for me, I know for a fact that if I'm going purely for shopping, I won't wear anything other than a comfortable sports outfit.

  • @slimsoymilk
    @slimsoymilk 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    This editing, this conversation , this topic , and the presentation.
    Its everything. got damn man

  • @lauren8135
    @lauren8135 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Ok so I honestly don’t know if the ozone layer bit was a semi-serious bit or not. But just in case it stopped because the propellants used in things like hairspray, air fresheners, WD40 ect were the things that were causing the ozone layer hole and they were phased out quickly and other propellants were used to compress and dispense those kind products. Butt also yes stop buying crap to throw away. Be me buy mid level basics and wear them for the next 10-15 years the current fleece jacket that I have from Eddie Bauer I got it on sale in 2011 I wear it all the time in the winter it’s warm as sh*t and had held up well and it’s a black jacket it doesn’t go out of style cuz no one cares enough to examine your generic black jacket. It just exists and serves its purpose of keeping me from freezing my a$$ off all winter long.

  • @baby-girlification
    @baby-girlification 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    i have a hard time thrifting cus my imagination isnt great and i cant usually visualize how things would look or pair well on me, but it's something that im starting to do more of if im trying to experiment! no additional waste (aside from shipping if online) and can be pretty cheap

  • @JustAlex1795
    @JustAlex1795 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Ecological/environmental scientist here. Dumpster diving is also life. Got like half my current wardrobe from the trash in a college town, people throw away perfectly good drip when it's time to move out. It also helps if you know some basic sewing/mending skills.

    • @igorcmoi9665
      @igorcmoi9665 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey ! Wym by a « college town ? » english is not my native language sorry. And would you mind giving me a few tips to dumpster dive please ? Maybe here or in private messages idk ?

    • @Return_of_the_Dude
      @Return_of_the_Dude 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Eco-friendly drip😂

  • @alienbanana129
    @alienbanana129 2 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    all jokes aside, low-key forcing yourself to use what you already have makes for fun and interesting looks you didn’t think would work.
    a long sleeve button-up i didn’t use for so long bc i thought it didn’t look good on me on its own now perfectly works as a addition to my other tops 😊

  • @one6890
    @one6890 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    u be cheering me up when i need it the most

  • @teeheeleelee
    @teeheeleelee 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I like how Christian grew a beard just for the sponsor ad. That's dedication right there, give this man a raise.

  • @mikekicks4529
    @mikekicks4529 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I definitely agree with this i used to buy clothes religiously and realized that i bought these clothes only for certain occasions instead of buying clothes that will actually be put to use i had to discipline myself for not buying an expensive piece

  • @patriciainportland5567
    @patriciainportland5567 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've been thinking about the points you make here. It's important for each of us to, first, not be taken in by what "they" tell us is style (find my own!), and second, recognize the impact on our choices personally ($$$) and globally (Mother Earth).

  • @nuh-uhbro765
    @nuh-uhbro765 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I’m lucky I caught myself fast, I only spent a few hundred bucks before I realized I needed to slow down. It was necessary for me to find my style and what I actually like to wear though, and now I can shop with a lot more confidence.

  • @QuickQuips
    @QuickQuips 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Frugal Aesthetic going full frugal.
    And I feel called out in 2:29. Though Delta LT is totally versatile.

  • @johnnywolf666
    @johnnywolf666 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This was me early 2010's. My redemption arc started 2019 when I went to HARD stylin to just COMFY livin. Best decision time wise and money wise.

    • @Divosligo
      @Divosligo ปีที่แล้ว

      What do you mean by hard stylin to comfy livin btw like did you went from wearing jeans to joggers?

  • @DarthLenaPlant
    @DarthLenaPlant 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Student's law number one regarding things that aren't essential to life (aka fashion, especially fast fashion): "If you can't afford it, you don't actually need it." Srsly, my mom taught me this ever since I was small, "you have lived so well without this item until now, so really think about whether or not you REALLY need it or not.", and this applies to A LOT of things.
    The thing about the ozone layer has just been substituted by some other problem in the world, such as unsold clothes being dumped in south american deserts and therefore destroying the local environment.
    I did undergo this transformation basically a few years ago, but now I really AM sitting in that mindset "I don't care how cheap it is, if I don't strictly need it, then I wont buy it, and IF i actually DO need a specific item, I shall make sure I find something locally made, even if it's more expensive. It shall keep for longer and I coul actually give it to someone in an actually WEARABLE condition, and it won't fall apart after three run-ins with the washing mashine.
    The only clothes I am buying currently are either: literally FOR WORK (aka stuff that is durable and can get dirty)
    or high quality, locally made stuff that will literally OUTLAST me. I most likely won't have children (unless I adopt at some point), but I will have a legacy regardless. A legacy of style.

  • @mensstyle7282
    @mensstyle7282 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Good video. Concentrate on buying timeless classics which never go out of style. It will save you a lot of money and hassle in the long run.

  • @greenghoul157
    @greenghoul157 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Clearout and buying should be balanced as all things should be, it's cool to have a lot of clothes but you need to have room and things you actually want to wear

  • @Hananh
    @Hananh 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Just bought a ghillie suit, been wanting to get one for awhile thanks for motivating me ❤

  • @beastghostt
    @beastghostt 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I unironically have stopped buying clothes. Mainly because I'm tired of shit not fitting my measurements. I have my basics sorted, and more tshirts than anyone could reasonably need. I have an extremely fancy sewing machine that I never use, and I've decided that if I see something I really want to add to my wardrobe [like a particular type of top/skirt/dress/cut of trousers], I'm going to look for a similar pattern online and make the garment myself instead.

  • @Eternal420ninja
    @Eternal420ninja 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I’m in the middle of tripping hard on shrooms and based on the title, I think this is the video I and my wallet need

  • @dumpling1960
    @dumpling1960 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Chriatian on his villain arc now he don't even like clothes anymore 😈

  • @will.davlin
    @will.davlin 2 ปีที่แล้ว +162

    I feel like amazon basics is a harder flex than anything else

    • @spookyslair4049
      @spookyslair4049 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      As someone who owns 5 of the good threads sweaters, I can confirm.

    • @QuickQuips
      @QuickQuips 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Kirkland gang though...

    • @disguisedcentennial835
      @disguisedcentennial835 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Their cargo pants are honestly some of the best on the market, hands down. And they come in all the sizes.

    • @Insomniaci
      @Insomniaci 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I love there sweat pants I got like 5 of them😭

  • @antonholmberg911
    @antonholmberg911 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I've now started to look at pieces and start building fits in my head or try and make it work with stuff i have.

  • @nobodycares7531
    @nobodycares7531 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I feel like this video has no direction but everything goes so well together

    • @Wheres_Bunny
      @Wheres_Bunny 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Everything everywhere all at once 😌

  • @mm-cm6kc
    @mm-cm6kc 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Im so thankful I wear scrubs to work. I noticed before, I keep buying clothes but if you wear uniform to work, it saves you sooooo much money, closet space, time (thinking of what to wear everyday) and saves the earth from added waste

  • @Handleitt1
    @Handleitt1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    My official ending quote of the year 2022.” Don’t fumble your bag for some mids. Treat yourself how you would treat others. And if you treat yourself to some mids I don’t want you in my life bro.”

  • @noahsavas4451
    @noahsavas4451 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    damn I love the videos you make. “I’m late for tiktok” had me tweakin :)

  • @ambersampson744
    @ambersampson744 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    "For You Page Goblins," is my new favorite phrase.

  • @AZEOforreal
    @AZEOforreal 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey! You! You don’t have to stop buying clothes. I recommend setting aside a week, though, to value and observe your closet.

  • @KelpeeGee
    @KelpeeGee 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I desperately need to do another deep clean and actually throw out stuff I know I’m not gonna go back to

  • @cambmw93
    @cambmw93 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Stop buying clothes
    Join me Thursday to buy my clothes

  • @takemeseriouslynt
    @takemeseriouslynt 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I have an issue with clothing, I actually just want and need to buy shoes but for the price of one decent pair of shoes I can buy like 5 to 10 pieces of clothing which makes it super hard to save up for shoes.

    • @xdefy9144
      @xdefy9144 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      SPITTING. only buying shoes 150 and under man i cant justify anything over that

    • @atuvera9021
      @atuvera9021 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same, in this economy is either buying one pair of shoes i actually would wear or buying more tops so i can look presentable on the daily.

    • @Drownedinblood
      @Drownedinblood 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      But a pair of boots, or something like it that you can resole. Just look into Thursday or something. I also don't know if you have a muji around but their white sneakers are great cost effective shoes. $30 a pop for a pair that should last you about a year and look decent, like converse but more comfy.

    • @BigBigBigJeff
      @BigBigBigJeff 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Honestly bros, as hard as the $1000 shoes go, no one is ever gonna clown you for wearing some all white AF1 or vans. They go with almost every outfit and still get pussy. Stay humble kings.

    • @rskl8083
      @rskl8083 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@xdefy9144 i have an issue the shoes/boots i go for are all demonias so i just keep a beat ass pair and wait to pay 200 for the pair i want but i only buy apair every 2-3 years

  • @ryeofoatmeal
    @ryeofoatmeal 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I don't have this problem of buying clothes that I don't wear. but also this is a great reminder for me not to go overboard. sometimes I wonder WHY did I even buy these clothes even though I like them? there's a void that you wanna fill and buying clothes is the easy solution

  • @iwannaseethereceipts
    @iwannaseethereceipts 2 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    I've got so much more than enough "lay around the house" clothes; every piece I buy now has to actually fit/enhance my existing wardrobe. Anything high enough in price either has to go on sale, or it wasn't meant to be.

  • @ericwisniewski2636
    @ericwisniewski2636 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Was just looking to see if you dropped a new video, really blessing us lately papi

  • @TheJProducti0ns
    @TheJProducti0ns 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Ever since I entered graduate school, I kinda just stopped caring and stopped buying clothes

  • @princessjello
    @princessjello 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Started a 1yr no-buy in jan2020... Really did not expect the pandemic to stretch it to 2 years. Ive only bought things to replace things i don't fit anymore/ that are broken. So, like, 4 things.

  • @Zymier
    @Zymier 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love clothes and all my purchases have value because I purchase what I love and can wear multiple times. It’s what I love. It makes me happy. But when I’m in my home I don’t wear any clothes cause I live alone 😂🔥

  • @r3dsnow757
    @r3dsnow757 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    As i am losing weight and my body is changing i've initally spent some money on new pants and it hurts the wallet. But after cleaning my closet i decided to diy rework some of my older tops that are now oversized.
    Not the best but worth trying out for old ragedy clothes.

  • @muiawat
    @muiawat 2 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    Been on a no buy since pre pandemic. And LOVING it ! I’ve never been happier with my wardrobe and fits .
    I only thrift pieces here and there and literally can’t remember the last new piece I bought.

    • @rskl8083
      @rskl8083 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I only buy thrifted and its wayyy more satisfying to style a piece 19 different ways in a fire way than 19 pieces in one way

  • @xSmythosx
    @xSmythosx 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    this mindset is how i went from having six identical black peacoats i don’t wear to one i wear all the time. i have three daily driver jackets and that’s IT and it’s freeing as hell. i’m by no means a minimalist but i’ve narrowed things down to a pretty specific vibe and now i no longer spend $50 a month at goodwill on shit i’m gonna end up donating right back. and this is coming from someone pretty poor, even thrifting for cheap stuff had me picking between gas and food. now i occasionally thrift a piece and i diy a lot and people constantly ask about where i get my clothes and i’m like “i got these jeans four years ago from the goodwill outlet bins and have since put safety pins over all the holes because i’m too lazy to sew or patch them”

  • @jessicaaaa202
    @jessicaaaa202 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’ve been watching your content since I was in freshman year of high school 😂❤ it’s so great to have you end up on my feed again!

  • @VonDutchNL
    @VonDutchNL 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    My #1 rule is.. I only buy timeless basics. Like levi's denim Sherpa's, leather jackets, white timeless sneakers like Adidas Superstars, chelsea boots, basic joggers, Basic black/white/grey crewnecks/hoodies. Basic jeans (slim fit), Denim blouses etc. I have clothes in my closet 15+ years old that still can be bought today.
    Just stay with the timeless basics and you're golden.

    • @sonsofelshamy3987
      @sonsofelshamy3987 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      sounds boring. Nothing wrong with buying something trendy/wacky/out there once a while, just as long as it can pass into and out of your wardrobe easily

    • @orbit1894
      @orbit1894 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thats bland

  • @Ryan83728
    @Ryan83728 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    All i want Is good fitting good quality plain t shirts. Like that good cotton and good fit with a bunch of colors and I'd buy like 10 shades. The problem is clothes are made cheap af now they lose their shape or shrink or just get worn out or they're made for fat people

    • @AdonisNesser
      @AdonisNesser 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Uniqlo is that golden ratio of price v performance for plain cotton tees that I can wear wherever with anything

    • @Ryan83728
      @Ryan83728 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@AdonisNesser i think I'm too jacked for that brooooo

    • @tkmonson
      @tkmonson 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      There's good stuff out there, it just costs more. I like John Elliott for plain t-shirts.

    • @elenal1906
      @elenal1906 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      La Apparel tees are the shit

  • @Gladioul
    @Gladioul 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I’m glad that when I was wanting new trending clothes I had no money, now I just buy basic minimal shit that can be worn all the time. Of course I still sometimes buy a trendy item but I always give it a bit of time to decide if I really want it and can wear it. Although I still only really buy designer so maybe I’m no different

  • @kataomoiwazurai
    @kataomoiwazurai 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    the fact this man has known what advice to give every time for YEARS

  • @ELISHACAEZ
    @ELISHACAEZ ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I donated all the clothes that didn't serve me and started a new wardrobe. I only have 4 outfits this past year but aye I mix and match and buy cheap accessories sometimes.

  • @assasin101011
    @assasin101011 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    i stop buying clothing but i cant stop buying shoes 😂😂

  • @albinmiftari1832
    @albinmiftari1832 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hating is free.
    Never thought about it before.

  • @Seba-oc1ze
    @Seba-oc1ze 2 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    "dont buy clothes"
    Oh okay!
    "But definitely get this app and buy clothes"
    Oh...
    Okay

  • @chlorine6539
    @chlorine6539 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I keep buying really cheap plain colour tshirts (oversized ofc) and getting also really cheap fabric markers and just doodling on the shirt. I drew a duck holding a knife bro, this is liberating

  • @chrismorris4985
    @chrismorris4985 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    you really just stopped me from buying a margiela tote on this part time salary

  • @luzanjk3029
    @luzanjk3029 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    "Your Ls are costing me my life" I AM DECEASED

  • @TheSunshineHigh
    @TheSunshineHigh 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Im so pissed right now. Like does youtube even TRY TO KNOW ME?! WHY HAVE I NOT SEEN YOU UNTIL NOW?!? Love your videos vibe ideas jokes brain and process man thanks for putting youself out there! Having a great time watching your vids!

  • @nathanielbartholomew5091
    @nathanielbartholomew5091 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    ahh waluigi

    • @uwaishafizal
      @uwaishafizal 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      "translate to English (United Kingdom)

  • @NineTailedFate
    @NineTailedFate ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The ozone layer hole is indeed getting smaller. We don't hear about it because it's repairing itself now (we stopped using the stuff that was destroying it).

  • @boneless275
    @boneless275 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Damn, bros giving away 4k dollar shoes, must be livin nicely
    Edit: anybody know the name of that jacket?

  • @kimbap6196
    @kimbap6196 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    “You don’t need to keep up. Hating is free.” Best tip I got all year. Lmfao

  • @st4r.wastaken
    @st4r.wastaken 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    yo i just got soundcloud!
    edit: drake and 21's new album is fine. kinda overrated tho.

  • @HolographicCathawk
    @HolographicCathawk ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love the way you talk about this topic in such a mtv Daria way. Daria mostly wore one outfit except in the credits....those were single use fits.

  • @dylives7667
    @dylives7667 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I have no choice.
    My body, at it's 27 years of age, decided it was time to let go of all of my Large Supreme tops, and start looking for stuff in XL.

    • @easytherecowboy6978
      @easytherecowboy6978 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You just like me fr😞

    • @Max25670
      @Max25670 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Bro, you're 27, not 47, just lose weight, respectfully.

  • @baby.nay.
    @baby.nay. ปีที่แล้ว +1

    14:13 haha when I worked at a record store we were all obviously very into music and accepted each others taste with affectionate teasing … whenever we hung out at someone apartment to get drunk or we we made them put their iTunes on shuffle with only a few veto’s allowed . Letting god dj😂

  • @LionelBercovich
    @LionelBercovich ปีที่แล้ว

    Damn dude, your videos are just so good, the editing and the humor and the advice, S Tier content right here lemme tell ya

  • @NataliaStrawn
    @NataliaStrawn 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This was such an honest and funny yet informative vid. You are motivating me to start making content again

  • @bulcsu.a
    @bulcsu.a ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i think the arcteryx jacket actually makes sense to buy (for me) i have one and haven’t bought it to do the shower meme, but to actually wear it. it rains a lot where i live and it’s also windy so it’s practical.

  • @arianamcentee4690
    @arianamcentee4690 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your videos always have perfect timing!

    • @RiskyTingz08
      @RiskyTingz08 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      😂 facts I’m done with buying any new clothes for a long time after November 😂

  • @zptro6316
    @zptro6316 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The hole in the ozone has gotten smaller. There was a coordinated effort to stop using CFCs (Chlorofluorocarbons) in the 90s which was the biggest cause. They now use alternative chemicals as refrigerants / aerosols