We keep a list of things we need or want. We look at thrift and consignment stores or places like Marketplace before buying new. I have found many things my daughter wants for her college dorm, just this week, light strands, a trash bin, jewelry hanger, portable lap desk (all at our local church thrift $1 each!) I also donated clothes she is downsizing, before she leaves for college.
I have learned over the years what I like and don’t like with clothes and shoes. It has taken me forever to figure it out but now I stick to a basic formula and specific items I know will work for me. 1. Leggings (Fabletics specifically). I don’t care for how jeans fit and every time I have purchased a pair, they go unworn and end up being donated. 2. Seamless under tanks. I wear a tank under my outer shirt everyday. The ones I love are from Meijer. 3. Bralettes. I have found that regular bras are just uncomfortable and never fit right, so I stick with a bralette. The one I love is from Target. 4. Tank tops. I don’t like layering tee shirts under other clothes. I also always have problems with sleeves either being too tight or bunching up in my armpit and I have to constantly adjust them. 5. Nightgowns. I find that everything else gets twisted and tangled while I sleep. 6. Hey dude shoes. These are my favorite most comfortable shoes. I have tried so many others and my feet are just happiest in my Hey Dudes. I could live with 3 pairs of shoes. Hey dudes, sandals, and gym shoes. 7. Black. 98% of everything I own is black. Now my wardrobe is simple and keeps decision fatigue to a minimum. I also don’t buy things that touch my neck cause it irritates me. I have adhd and sensory issues so knowing what I can and can’t wear comfortably has made a HUGE difference in my life.
❤♥️ I just got rid of over THIRTY pairs of shoes!!! Because I’m going BAREFOOT. Meaning, I will still wear shoes, but no longer will I wear shoes that have any heel whatsoever, a small toe box and are too narrow. I have only 2 pairs of shoes now that are barefoot shoes. I look for ZERO drop, WIDE toe box, and minimal cushioning. Toes are getting deformed in shoes. My feet are happy feet now in barefoot shoes 😊
Are barefoot shoes different than toe shoes? Just wondering cause I say a video where someone commented on their toe flexibility from barefoot wear for idk a year? Yet I can match their mobility and I live in shoes. The difference, my feet are wide to start and I almost never go for tight. I’m 1-2sizes larger than my “size” depending on the make. The other KEY difference. I lace my shoes differently. There are photos of how to lace for high step, wide feet and bunions. Doesn’t matter if I buy bigger or wider, relacing makes a huge difference for me.
@@Jazzatic2011 toes shoes are a part of barefoot shoes, but there are thousands of options out there now that are super cute. Anya’s Reviews blog has lots of good barefoot shoe recommendations for summer shoes to winter boots to dressy, you name it! 👟
Yes!! I love my Lem’s. Awesome to be able to wear shoes for hours and miles at a time and not have my toes all squished into a tapered toe-box!!! Love that they have expanded their styles year after year, I have two pairs that I’ve owned for about 5 years now, thinking I’ll get another pair and retire the pair that I’ve worn through!
Dont you find that sometimes we wear the clothes in our wardrobe that are a bit dingy/not great, instead of reaching for our nicer things?? Like we're trying to save our better clothes or something !
I finally threw out my wedding shoes! They were my only heals (I have worn them again) but they hurt my feet! I finally bought a very comfy wedge/heal for anything fancy so I finally let those other ones go. They were not sentimental as I got rid of my dress years and years ago but just kept the shoes just incase I had something formal. They were in my house for 15 years and I only wore them maybe 2 times😅 felt good to say goodbye.
Hahahah she did that a few years ago and we just went with it ❤️ and now it’s a sweet memory to me! She wrote she “loved each one of her friends in kindergarten”
I am learning (or try to learn) to take things in and do things at a slower pace. I'm so used doing things quickly like listening to Podcasts, audio books, TH-cam videos on 1.5 speed.😅 Now, I remind myself that speed doesn't always mean better... though, when it comes to cleaning, I still prefer the quicker methods 😂
We all have the oops! purchases. It was so hard to learn to let those goes because of spending money on them. I just did a run thru my fall/winter totes. Some things right away I know I won't wear and donate them. After the season I revisit those items and part what I never wore. Its on ongoing process.
I would like to see another video on buying the same clothes in multiple sizes and colors and stopping that habit. Now my clothes are taking over. I love them all but don't need this many of the same thing.
I used to do this exact same thing! I’d buy the same shirt in 2 sizes in case I lost or gained weight. And, if I found a shirt I really liked I’d buy it in every color that was available. My mom still does this so I think she passed the gene on to me lol. I’ve since stopped doing this because my clothing situation got out of control. I realized too that I seem to always only gravitate toward neutral colors so I got rid of everything that wasn’t black, white , beige, or pale pink. Anyway, I totally relate to your comment❤
Also you should watch the documentary DEAD WHITE MANS CLOTHES.. which talks about the dangers of donating vs throwing away clothing that isn't in good condition
Thank you for sharing, I have a suggestion for you about your white running shoe. I was struggling to go for walk because like you my feet hurt in my shoe. I bought myself a pair of sport walking shoe you buy this in a Sport equipment store, hiking, trekking, running. p.s these are costly. Afterward, I kept my walking shoe in my car and it is always available for a quick walk 30 minutes or so, usually I walk a hour a day. With gratitude. 🙏🙌
The clothing thing is annoying. They do not make things like they use to. No matter what brand I buy I am lucky, LUCKY! to get 4 months out of any clothing or shoes I buy. This is not on the consumer, this is on the companies that produce the stuff we are forced to buy.
There are definitely better clothing brands out there but you just have to look. Pact and Quince are two that come to mind. But you also have ti be ready to spend more money.
@@rmm4123I’m going to add Everlane! because I have shoes from there that are phenomenal. their clothes are too! I have a few pieces from there :) and yeah, I agree. you have to be prepared to spend more money upfront but it’s cheap when you do cost per wear considering how much wear you truly do get out of higher quality brands like the ones mentioned.
I was extrem minimalist but got very bad depression living that life. But then buy things in my depression. Know a have so much things. And also do dialisys in hospital and also have problem to walk and take care of my mom. I want go less stuff,less stress but not extrem minimalist.
I’m so sorry it sounds like you have a lot going on in your life ❤️ I’ve never fully been an extreme minimalist because I started with I had my daughter and my husband Jordan and they wouldn’t have been happy with that. But when I travel I get to experience extreme minimalism because we always pack very light. I will say I enjoy it a lot in those times but I don’t know if I would like it forever. I was thinking today about how I wasn’t feeling well yesterday so I didn’t do any tidying and yet my house doesn’t feel overwhelming even with the things we left out or my daughter played with. I will be thinking about you and praying you on your journey ❤️❤️
4:20 Such a poignant point you made that can apply to our possessions, jobs, relationships, and everything else in our lives! "It's good and healthy to see something isn't working for you and to move on from it."
Constructive criticism. A lot less time could have been spent on talking about the clothes and other things . And the over explaining on things. Key word outlined content would have gone a long way.
Modeling bit with black shoes was super cute!! You should do it more often. You have such a wonderful personality.
Hahah I had a blast 🤣
We keep a list of things we need or want. We look at thrift and consignment stores or places like Marketplace before buying new. I have found many things my daughter wants for her college dorm, just this week, light strands, a trash bin, jewelry hanger, portable lap desk (all at our local church thrift $1 each!) I also donated clothes she is downsizing, before she leaves for college.
Love it!!
I have learned over the years what I like and don’t like with clothes and shoes. It has taken me forever to figure it out but now I stick to a basic formula and specific items I know will work for me.
1. Leggings (Fabletics specifically). I don’t care for how jeans fit and every time I have purchased a pair, they go unworn and end up being donated.
2. Seamless under tanks. I wear a tank under my outer shirt everyday. The ones I love are from Meijer.
3. Bralettes. I have found that regular bras are just uncomfortable and never fit right, so I stick with a bralette. The one I love is from Target.
4. Tank tops. I don’t like layering tee shirts under other clothes. I also always have problems with sleeves either being too tight or bunching up in my armpit and I have to constantly adjust them.
5. Nightgowns. I find that everything else gets twisted and tangled while I sleep.
6. Hey dude shoes. These are my favorite most comfortable shoes. I have tried so many others and my feet are just happiest in my Hey Dudes. I could live with 3 pairs of shoes. Hey dudes, sandals, and gym shoes.
7. Black. 98% of everything I own is black.
Now my wardrobe is simple and keeps decision fatigue to a minimum. I also don’t buy things that touch my neck cause it irritates me. I have adhd and sensory issues so knowing what I can and can’t wear comfortably has made a HUGE difference in my life.
I have the same thing about my neck! This is such a great list! Thanks for sharing your ideas with us 😍❤️❤️
❤♥️ I just got rid of over THIRTY pairs of shoes!!! Because I’m going BAREFOOT. Meaning, I will still wear shoes, but no longer will I wear shoes that have any heel whatsoever, a small toe box and are too narrow. I have only 2 pairs of shoes now that are barefoot shoes. I look for ZERO drop, WIDE toe box, and minimal cushioning. Toes are getting deformed in shoes. My feet are happy feet now in barefoot shoes 😊
Wow that’s so cool! 😍
Are barefoot shoes different than toe shoes?
Just wondering cause I say a video where someone commented on their toe flexibility from barefoot wear for idk a year? Yet I can match their mobility and I live in shoes.
The difference, my feet are wide to start and I almost never go for tight. I’m 1-2sizes larger than my “size” depending on the make.
The other KEY difference. I lace my shoes differently. There are photos of how to lace for high step, wide feet and bunions. Doesn’t matter if I buy bigger or wider, relacing makes a huge difference for me.
@@Jazzatic2011 toes shoes are a part of barefoot shoes, but there are thousands of options out there now that are super cute. Anya’s Reviews blog has lots of good barefoot shoe recommendations for summer shoes to winter boots to dressy, you name it! 👟
Yes!! I love my Lem’s. Awesome to be able to wear shoes for hours and miles at a time and not have my toes all squished into a tapered toe-box!!! Love that they have expanded their styles year after year, I have two pairs that I’ve owned for about 5 years now, thinking I’ll get another pair and retire the pair that I’ve worn through!
@@RaqVA love it! Which pairs do you have? I would like to invest in the rainproof Chelsea boots.
Loving the bathing suits modeled over regular clothes! hahaha
Hahaha thanks 🤣
I love your videos, as I'm trying to declutter. your words are very motivating!
Thanks so much for sharing ❤️❤️
Finally donating a beautiful long dress I wore for my son’s wedding ~ a classic beauty that doesn’t go out of style. Hoping someone else will love it…
Thanks for sharing 💕💕
I love your outfit combos!!! LOL!!! I hope your daughter got to see you in those! That was hysterical!💛😍🤣
Hahah she is so funny! She loved watching it and wanted to do it too 🤣
❤ I loved your modeling. I decluttering my clothing on Monday removed about 45 clothing items. Felt good.
Great find on the Ugg slippers.❤❤❤
Hahah I got make decluttering fun or I won’t do it 🤣
Well done for finally getting rid of the shoes Becky 🙌 It's such a good feeling when we can get rid of the items mentally as well as physically ❤️
Dont you find that sometimes we wear the clothes in our wardrobe that are a bit dingy/not great, instead of reaching for our nicer things?? Like we're trying to save our better clothes or something !
Guilty. I recently lost 25lbs and I have clothes "I loved so much" I never wore them and now they are too big so I still won't be wearing them! 😢
@johill4381 you can take them to the tailor for refitting 😊
Becky another great video. Thank you
Aww thanks so much ❤️❤️
I agree with letting go of the black shoes wholeheartedly!!🤣🤣🤣
I don’t know why that was so hard 🤦🏼♀️🤣
I finally threw out my wedding shoes! They were my only heals (I have worn them again) but they hurt my feet! I finally bought a very comfy wedge/heal for anything fancy so I finally let those other ones go. They were not sentimental as I got rid of my dress years and years ago but just kept the shoes just incase I had something formal. They were in my house for 15 years and I only wore them maybe 2 times😅 felt good to say goodbye.
That’s amazing 🤩 great job!!👏
5:37 Yup, my kids have also written with marker and put stickers on their bed frames 😆 ours looks very similar lol
Hahahah she did that a few years ago and we just went with it ❤️ and now it’s a sweet memory to me! She wrote she “loved each one of her friends in kindergarten”
❤ Thank you, Becky, for the book suggestions in your videos. I just placed an order to borrow "Don't Sweat the Small Stuff" from my library. 😊
Such an easy quick read but I took it slow and just read a few of the chapters at a time so I could take it in ❤️❤️
I am learning (or try to learn) to take things in and do things at a slower pace. I'm so used doing things quickly like listening to Podcasts, audio books, TH-cam videos on 1.5 speed.😅
Now, I remind myself that speed doesn't always mean better... though, when it comes to cleaning, I still prefer the quicker methods 😂
I really enjoyed your video. Have a great day!
Thank you! You too!
Another great video ❤
Thanks so much ❤️
❤❤❤ in a bit of a stall but ready to get back in it with my garage
That’s great!! Thanks for sharing 👏😍
I love these videos of yours!!
Aww thank you so much ❤️❤️
We all have the oops! purchases. It was so hard to learn to let those goes because of spending money on them. I just did a run thru my fall/winter totes. Some things right away I know I won't wear and donate them. After the season I revisit those items and part what I never wore. Its on ongoing process.
Great idea! Thanks so much for sharing ❤️❤️
I would like to see another video on buying the same clothes in multiple sizes and colors and stopping that habit. Now my clothes are taking over. I love them all but don't need this many of the same thing.
I used to do this exact same thing! I’d buy the same shirt in 2 sizes in case I lost or gained weight. And, if I found a shirt I really liked I’d buy it in every color that was available. My mom still does this so I think she passed the gene on to me lol. I’ve since stopped doing this because my clothing situation got out of control. I realized too that I seem to always only gravitate toward neutral colors so I got rid of everything that wasn’t black, white , beige, or pale pink. Anyway, I totally relate to your comment❤
Great idea! I saved it and can definitely talk about that in an upcoming video ❤️
Love your channel! Can you please film on how you keep your iPhone minimal or what’s on your iPhone minimalist edition?
I’ll try! I film on my phone ❤️❤️ thanks for sharing
Great video!❤❤❤
Aww thank you so much ❤️❤️
❤ working hard on my house 🏠
Maybe you can try some white shoes from Skechers. I just bought mine and it’s so comfy! 😊
Which kind do you have? The slip on ones?
@@minimalease I got the sneakers in beige Skechers Women's Bobs B Flex- Eureka Brights really comfy good for walking with my fur babies
@@minimalease oh btw been watching your videos for weeks now thanks 🤍I’m from the Philippines
We are definitely on this together ❤❤❤❤❤
This made me want to count my clothes, shoes, and jewelry. Total is 25 items😍
Probably on the more extreme side of minimalism ❤️❤️❤️
That’s amazing 🤩 thanks so much for sharing ❤️❤️
Wauw!!!! My dream❤ i have, still, way to much😢
❤❤❤Have a great weekend!😊
Thanks so much! You too!!
@@minimalease Thank you!
Also you should watch the documentary DEAD WHITE MANS CLOTHES.. which talks about the dangers of donating vs throwing away clothing that isn't in good condition
Thanks for sharing I will look it up ❤️
Thank you. Found it, watching now.
Score with the Ugg boots I just bought a pair from the company direct I’m from Australia like them
Seriously! Couldn’t believe someone gave these away brand new!
@ I was surprised too
They must of been decluttering or something
Thank you for sharing, I have a suggestion for you about your white running shoe.
I was struggling to go for walk because like you my feet hurt in my shoe.
I bought myself a pair of sport walking shoe you buy this in a Sport equipment store, hiking, trekking, running. p.s these are costly.
Afterward, I kept my walking shoe in my car and it is always available for a quick walk 30 minutes or so, usually I walk a hour a day.
With gratitude. 🙏🙌
Thanks so much for sharing!! Great idea ❤️❤️
❤ Oh... for sure! I'm also considering starting a youtube channel. I've been on the fence for months. I'd a appreciate some good vibes sent my way.
I am your first subscriber. Go for it 🎉😊
Of course! All good vibes going your way and let me know any questions you might have ❤️
@@michelesusanne1 Oh... thank you! I appreciate your follow! Guess I better get to it! 😊
The clothing thing is annoying. They do not make things like they use to. No matter what brand I buy I am lucky, LUCKY! to get 4 months out of any clothing or shoes I buy. This is not on the consumer, this is on the companies that produce the stuff we are forced to buy.
Totally agree 👏
There are definitely better clothing brands out there but you just have to look. Pact and Quince are two that come to mind. But you also have ti be ready to spend more money.
@@rmm4123I’m going to add Everlane! because I have shoes from there that are phenomenal. their clothes are too! I have a few pieces from there :) and yeah, I agree. you have to be prepared to spend more money upfront but it’s cheap when you do cost per wear considering how much wear you truly do get out of higher quality brands like the ones mentioned.
For a good all round white shoes try Lems - Primal 3 - Marshmallow (Unisex) they have a wider toe box & just better for your feet 🦶❤❤❤
Thanks for the suggestion!! ❤️❤️
I was extrem minimalist but got very bad depression living that life. But then buy things in my depression. Know a have so much things. And also do dialisys in hospital and also have problem to walk and take care of my mom. I want go less stuff,less stress but not extrem minimalist.
I’m so sorry it sounds like you have a lot going on in your life ❤️ I’ve never fully been an extreme minimalist because I started with I had my daughter and my husband Jordan and they wouldn’t have been happy with that. But when I travel I get to experience extreme minimalism because we always pack very light. I will say I enjoy it a lot in those times but I don’t know if I would like it forever. I was thinking today about how I wasn’t feeling well yesterday so I didn’t do any tidying and yet my house doesn’t feel overwhelming even with the things we left out or my daughter played with. I will be thinking about you and praying you on your journey ❤️❤️
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4:20 Such a poignant point you made that can apply to our possessions, jobs, relationships, and everything else in our lives!
"It's good and healthy to see something isn't working for you and to move on from it."
♥ The black sensible shoes fashion show and the sad music were hilarious!
Hahah thanks Jenny! 🤣
This saying has helped me on my harder days and your right it can be used for so much more then just our stuff ❤️❤️ thanks for sharing!
Would love to stay until the end, but I have to click off b/c I can't take the constant repetitive piano muzak 🥺
Thanks for letting me know
81 pounds of clothing is INSANE
I know right!!
Not Americans only the rest as well
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Constructive criticism. A lot less time could have been spent on talking about the clothes and other things . And the over explaining on things. Key word outlined content would have gone a long way.
I like the over explaining 😅 It helps me think about my own thought process when decluttering.
Is there any point to this?
If you didn’t get it watch it again or keep moving ❤️
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