I totally agree. I like to people watch and sometimes I feel like the color has totally been drained out of everything. I am a new viewer and I'm enjoying this series.
Thank you for being so honest about how automatic it is to have the “need” to shop and have it cause so much internal conflict! LOVE that is also isn’t about the challenge only, but also the values you hold. Fantastic content as always
the youtube algorithm blessed me today, this is the first video I've seen from you and am now already subscribed. Love finding fun new fashion people in melbs, and beyond excited to see more stuff from you in my sub box moving forward!!
Welcome aboard! Just a heads up, I do also make bookish content, so what you get in your sub box from me might be a bit of a mix between fashion and books! Also, if you have any other channel recommendations for me, please let me know!
I did leena Norms make do and mend challenge for 2024. Mine was only buying second hand clothing for a whole year! I succeeded and was so happy to find I could get what I needed secondhand. I like the only 5 new clothing items in a year though I think I might do that this year. I decided that my lifelong philosophy now will be secondhand first and then if can’t find it there go new.
Ahh that's amazing! I love Leena's year of make-do. I feel like I'm heading in the same direction as you, but the 5 items allowance is a nice buffer zone while I transition and get on top of that little gremlin! Well done on your first year!
Your content is awesome - and your style is so inspiring, thank you ! You're so good to find second hand clothes that fit you perfectly, I'd love for you to explain your thrift shopping process - either your though process in a video or seeing you thrift online or in a shop. I would love to thrift more but almost everything I buy second hand (and also on sale actually) I end up reselling or donating - and I'm sure I'm not alone... Also, I've started using Indyx after watching your videos and you're right, it's life changing ! Thank you again and looking forward to your next videos :D
Omg yes, Indyx is a game changer! I'm so glad it's working for you! 🙏 As for my thrifting process - I’m not sure that I have one, at least consciously! I’ll have a think on it and see if I can come up with anything useful! ❤️
Yay! Welcome! And yes, I’m always looking for more channels to follow if you have any suggestions! Some of my favourites are yohomegirl, Kathleen Illustrated, beepworld, haus of slug, alexasunshine83, and (she doesn’t post much atm but) hailyincolor. I don’t necessarily have the same style, but I love watching thrifty folks explore interesting style!
Ever since I found your channel Katey I feel more inspired to not only read more books but also wear more colorful clothing. I love colors but it’s sometimes a little bit intimidating to wear all color when people around you keep telling you neutral outfits are more stylish. Love your videos and your lovely personality. I’ve been using Indyx since September and I want to do detailed check up of my autumn/winter clothes probably around April to declutter the items I haven’t worn during the season. It’s such an amazing tool to track what I’m actually wearing, as I realized sometimes it’s just me thinking I wore certain clothes when in reality they just hang in my closet without being used occupying space.
I'm so glad you've been enjoying the videos! And I think you should wear whatever makes you feel the best, whether thats beige or rainbow! Being 'stylish' is overrated imo :) x
Will you please continue to show the outfits Rae creates? I love to see them, get inspo, and possibly join INDYX and hire her!!! You're an inspiration Katey! 🤗🥰
Your series has been so fun to watch, but most importantly your styling is such a treat to see. I don't wear a lot of colour but I love seeing playful, fun and colourful outfits on others - you nail it!
So here for this! I’ve been cataloguing and tracking my wardrobe since watching your last Indyx analytics video. We have completely different styles but the same ethos. Also a keen thrifter. TY for the Inspo!
Also hot tip - if i find myself scrolling to buy. I decided instead to be an outfit detective and look through older Instagram posts and put into Indyx previous outfits that i really like. I also put a rough date for an item, as i can see the date the photo was posted
Thank you for sharing your Indyx wrapped. I had been using the app for a few months before I found your channel, but you really made me want to use it's features more. Specifically to help me declutter and have more focus and intention in new items that I am adding (by new I mean mostly 2nd hand). Your videos are actually super helpful
It's is so fun to see your fashion taste! love to see people with my style and body type in skirts!! i Love them and it's hard to find outfit ideas for them!! you really have an early 90"s late 80's vibe i love!
Ahh I love this! I hadn't thoughts of it in that way but now that you say it, I see it! As for skirts, I feel you with the lack of representation for different bodies. I think it's one reason I sometimes have to consciously work to feel good in my skirts, but it's usually worth it!
I did the math with the indyx outfit combination: it’s tops x bottoms x shoes + One pieces x shoes. Which lead to that high number. Considering that cardigans also count as Tops and I personally would Never wear just a cardigan as a top, the combinations are a Bit lower… But it inspired me to try to not repeat an outfit within this year and also limiting my new purchases 😊
I'm so happy I found your channel! Thank you for your realism. I can relate with "what is the point of having value?!" I have been making carts on so many websites then closing the page before I can buy anything.
A very insightful video itâs interesting how sometimes people buy replicas and then pretend they are the real thing, which in a way feeds into that sense of exclusivity that discourages people from buying the real thing in the first kislux ! Like the drama that happened on the reality show Singles in Hell
New subscriber - the algorithm finally brought you to me (or vice versa :) ) I very much appreciate your honest conversations about what's going on emotionally and psychologically with purchasing, how strong our desire to rationalize shopping behavior is even when we are clearly trying to resist, your emphasis for yourself on putting your actions where your values are! And of course your colorful wardrobe!
I enjoy your fashion content so much! I started watching because I love thrifting, colour and plus-size fashion... and then you mentioned being Autistic (me too)... and then you are anti-Zionist.... and I was HOOKED! Thanks for all the work you put into your videos!
Olly is just such a little sweetie. Does she recognise herself in the mirror? We don't have any full lenght mirrors so I'm not sure if Mabel can. I always love your outfit videos. I'm definitely trying to be more mindful of my purchasing this year. I've realised the gap in my wardrobe is summer tops, living in Perth makes it a challenge! Need sun protection, but I also struggle with temperature regulation. I have some gorgeous bottom halves to wear but I don't know what to pair them with.
I'm so glad you're continuing with styling. I struggle with color. I love it but I don't want a "collection" of clothing, so I end up in black. And uninspired.
I don’t know how you feel about Salvos, but they have a great online marketplace comprising the best items from stores across Australia. Things regularly go on 50% discount, and shipping cost are very reasonable.
I have never loved the set up of their website - I found it really hard to search for things in my size that I would actually like! And if I'm going to have to basically browse through every item, I'd rather just go to a store in person! Have you had much luck with their online marketplace?
@ I’ve found some good things, and I’ve found their size filtering fairly good (though certainly not perfect). I’m about an AU size 16, and tend to shop more in the men’s section than women’s. It helps that men’s sizes seem to be way more consistent than women’s as a general rule. A lot of the problem with the site stems from inconsistencies in how things are labeled (I assume each store does their own uploads to the main site). Some listings have fabulous clear pictures, measurements and fiber content, and some have photos that don’t fit the entire item into the frame and very little info at all.
Great video. I subscribed a few months ago after discovering your first Indyx stylist video. Am now cataloging my wardrobe. So fun and so informative. Thanks for introducing me.
This really tempts me to try indyx even though I think my wardrobe is too boring to log. I'd like to change that (the boring bit) and I appreciate seeing your wardrobe and the colorful fun outfits.
I think keeping track of what we wear can be useful in lots of different ways! I used to feel like my style was boring (I love colour, but I'm far from a maximalist in terms of texture and volume!) but I found tracking it helpful in finding how I actually feel my best!
As someone who also has a pretty boring wardrobe - not that many clothes and I am also more of a minimalist - I still enjoy cataloguing my wardrobe and tracking my outfits. Not only is it great to see everything at the same time, but lathe data you get after a while is also really interesting to actually see what you wear most, what you wear least, etc.
I just subscribed bc I was looking for your videos after having watched one recommended one and then I couldn’t find you again 😅. I’ve really enjoyed your Indyx styling videos
I'm a fellow Melbournian too and always wondered if I could call something "thrifted" if it was bought from Depop or Facebook marketplace etc. Do you think it's common to refer to it that way? I know people in the US do but yeah wasn't sure about here Also how revolutionary is Indyx. I just love it!!
I’m honestly not sure what the answer is regarding what counts as thrifting. Honestly, I’ve only recently even started saying ‘thrifting’ instead of ‘op shopping’ - I’m becoming Americanised making these videos! I do think of Depop more as second hand shopping over thrifting (it’s certainly not an op shop!) but it gets tiresome saying ‘thrifting and secondhand shopping’ every time. That also gets me thinking of shops like Savers which, yes are secondhand and function much like a traditional op shop, but are for profit. I’m not sure where the line is with any of these terms! 🤷🏻♀️ I’m glad you’re enjoying Indyx!
Hello! I found your channel recently and I love it! I’m a big Leena Norms fan and always looking for similar creators. ❤ I noticed you were buying Suk clothing secondhand although it is a company you don’t support and I wondered whether you had any thoughts on the argument that wearing brands or items secondhand is still supporting the company/industry via its promotion. I think about this often as I am trying to be a more vegan consumer and often find myself wondering whether to buy leather and wool items secondhand. Happy New Year to you! 🎉
@@SarahV-se2db hey! So glad you’re enjoy the videos 🥰 as for your question, for me it’s pretty simple. I don’t want my money going to suk, so purchasing the pants second hand means I achieve that. I’m not a model who is promoting clothes by simply wearing them, and on the off chance someone asks me where my pants from, I see that as an opportunity to have a conversation about why I don’t support the company. I think being online does complicate that slightly, especially in videos like this where I’m specifically talking about what I’m wearing, which is why I add the disclaimer I do. Which, again, is a good way to make it clear to my audience what my values are and to hopefully encourage them to think about the companies they are supporting, too. You’ll never see an affiliate link for Suk in my description! Leather for vegans I think can be a slightly more complicated, but I think it comes down to why you don’t want to buy leather. Is it because you don’t want to contribute to the industry? Well, buying secondhand doesn’t so I think it’s a great option. But if it’s because you find the leather actually gross, then that’s valid, too. What I’m less interested in (whether it’s leather or suk) is attempting to perform a set of morals. It’s the same with BDS or boycotting in general. I’m not boycotting because I want to be morally pure, I’m boycotting because I want to use my limited consumer power to make a change in the world, because I don’t want my money contributing to something I disagree with. Hope that makes sense :)
Thank you for your response! That’s definitely given me food for thought. I think it is so important to remember the goal of an action and not to get trapped into “I’m a bad person because X” type thinking. 🧐✨
Maybe! I’m still getting a lot out of working with Rae, and I think there’s something to be said for developing a relationship with a stylist who can get to know you better over time ☺️
I want to do a low buy this year. the rules are I can only buy 12 items (new or secondhand) I just need to slow down my purchases and that why I do not do any distinction between ''new'' versus secondhand. it doesn't include workout gear but include accessories (purses, belts, shoes and clothing) I do not need anything I have a VERY large closet but know my shopping habit and going cold turkey is not realistic for me. So the goal is 12 items technically 1 per month but if I skip a month it can be roll to the next month (I'm really thinking during summer I might not buy anything but November and December are usually months I spend more so that will probably months I purchased more then 1 items). of course I will keep purchased secondhand clothing first, then local designers and then whatever... also I will try not buying anything for the US I'm boycotting them.
I like the idea of not distinguishing between new and secondhand items. To me it defeats the point of a low buy year if one can still buy unlimited items secondhand. And while secondhand is better than buying new, it is still consumerism if buying items one doesn’t actually need or without really considering the purchase well.
I was shocked when I saw that, too. But I wonder if that might be skewed lower due to the app (and therefore users, too) being new, or maybe lots of people start with the app but don't continue logging their outfits? I wish we could see this statistic with those outliers removed or accounted for, because you're right, 35% is a concerning number!
Your colourful wardrobe is such a breath of fresh air amongst all the neutral capsule content here on YT! Very inspiring :D
Rainbow supremacy! 🌈🌈🌈
100% agre
I totally agree. I like to people watch and sometimes I feel like the color has totally been drained out of everything.
I am a new viewer and I'm enjoying this series.
The purple outfit is so good!! So cool that you found things you were looking at new SECONDHAND 🙌🏻 that's such a win!
Right?! There is really nothing better! … except maybe waking up to a comment from Alexa! ❤🥰
Thank you for being so honest about how automatic it is to have the “need” to shop and have it cause so much internal conflict! LOVE that is also isn’t about the challenge only, but also the values you hold. Fantastic content as always
Thank you! I'm so glad you get it! Living in alignment with our values I think is THE key... even though our messy world makes that hard sometimes!
This was such a great overview, loved your second hand finds tooo! And extra thrilling to hear I helped in some small way ;) x
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the youtube algorithm blessed me today, this is the first video I've seen from you and am now already subscribed. Love finding fun new fashion people in melbs, and beyond excited to see more stuff from you in my sub box moving forward!!
Welcome aboard! Just a heads up, I do also make bookish content, so what you get in your sub box from me might be a bit of a mix between fashion and books! Also, if you have any other channel recommendations for me, please let me know!
I’m so glad you’ve been putting out lots of videos lately, I’ve been a bit unwell and have been loving curling up in bed to watch them!
Oooh I hope you’re feeling better soon! 💕
I did leena Norms make do and mend challenge for 2024. Mine was only buying second hand clothing for a whole year! I succeeded and was so happy to find I could get what I needed secondhand. I like the only 5 new clothing items in a year though I think I might do that this year. I decided that my lifelong philosophy now will be secondhand first and then if can’t find it there go new.
Ahh that's amazing! I love Leena's year of make-do. I feel like I'm heading in the same direction as you, but the 5 items allowance is a nice buffer zone while I transition and get on top of that little gremlin! Well done on your first year!
Your content is awesome - and your style is so inspiring, thank you ! You're so good to find second hand clothes that fit you perfectly, I'd love for you to explain your thrift shopping process - either your though process in a video or seeing you thrift online or in a shop. I would love to thrift more but almost everything I buy second hand (and also on sale actually) I end up reselling or donating - and I'm sure I'm not alone... Also, I've started using Indyx after watching your videos and you're right, it's life changing ! Thank you again and looking forward to your next videos :D
Omg yes, Indyx is a game changer! I'm so glad it's working for you! 🙏 As for my thrifting process - I’m not sure that I have one, at least consciously! I’ll have a think on it and see if I can come up with anything useful! ❤️
Oof.."performing shopping behaviors" is so real. I appreciate your honesty in this video so very much!
I love the colorful clothes side of the internet !! (especially when it’s environmentally conscious)
could you recommend some other channels?
Yay! Welcome! And yes, I’m always looking for more channels to follow if you have any suggestions! Some of my favourites are yohomegirl, Kathleen Illustrated, beepworld, haus of slug, alexasunshine83, and (she doesn’t post much atm but) hailyincolor. I don’t necessarily have the same style, but I love watching thrifty folks explore interesting style!
Ever since I found your channel Katey I feel more inspired to not only read more books but also wear more colorful clothing. I love colors but it’s sometimes a little bit intimidating to wear all color when people around you keep telling you neutral outfits are more stylish. Love your videos and your lovely personality.
I’ve been using Indyx since September and I want to do detailed check up of my autumn/winter clothes probably around April to declutter the items I haven’t worn during the season. It’s such an amazing tool to track what I’m actually wearing, as I realized sometimes it’s just me thinking I wore certain clothes when in reality they just hang in my closet without being used occupying space.
I'm so glad you've been enjoying the videos! And I think you should wear whatever makes you feel the best, whether thats beige or rainbow! Being 'stylish' is overrated imo :) x
Will you please continue to show the outfits Rae creates? I love to see them, get inspo, and possibly join INDYX and hire her!!! You're an inspiration Katey! 🤗🥰
Absolutely! If I get it edited in time, next week's video should be another styled by Rae sesh!
Your series has been so fun to watch, but most importantly your styling is such a treat to see. I don't wear a lot of colour but I love seeing playful, fun and colourful outfits on others - you nail it!
Thank you so much! 🤩
So here for this! I’ve been cataloguing and tracking my wardrobe since watching your last Indyx analytics video. We have completely different styles but the same ethos. Also a keen thrifter. TY for the Inspo!
Amazing, love to hear it! Thanks for being here! 🥰
Your Indyx content is gold. I love it ❤❤❤
I'm so glad you enjoy it! ❤️❤️❤️
Also hot tip - if i find myself scrolling to buy. I decided instead to be an outfit detective and look through older Instagram posts and put into Indyx previous outfits that i really like. I also put a rough date for an item, as i can see the date the photo was posted
That is a brilliant idea!
Thank you for sharing your Indyx wrapped. I had been using the app for a few months before I found your channel, but you really made me want to use it's features more. Specifically to help me declutter and have more focus and intention in new items that I am adding (by new I mean mostly 2nd hand). Your videos are actually super helpful
I’m so glad to hear these videos have been helpful and that you’re enjoying Indyx! 🥰
yay another indyx video!! i’ve been digging these videos of yours! 😊
So glad you're enjoying them! 🥰
I love the pink sweater with the scarf on you. The video was super interesting, thank you! Greetings to your cute doggy! 😊
Thank you! 😊 Little old Olly is such a sweetheart! I'll give her a belly rub for you! :D
I found your channel through your Indyx videos and fell in love! You have amazing style. ❤️
Aaah thank you so much! 🥰
It's is so fun to see your fashion taste! love to see people with my style and body type in skirts!! i Love them and it's hard to find outfit ideas for them!! you really have an early 90"s late 80's vibe i love!
Ahh I love this! I hadn't thoughts of it in that way but now that you say it, I see it! As for skirts, I feel you with the lack of representation for different bodies. I think it's one reason I sometimes have to consciously work to feel good in my skirts, but it's usually worth it!
I did the math with the indyx outfit combination: it’s tops x bottoms x shoes + One pieces x shoes. Which lead to that high number. Considering that cardigans also count as Tops and I personally would Never wear just a cardigan as a top, the combinations are a Bit lower… But it inspired me to try to not repeat an outfit within this year and also limiting my new purchases 😊
Oooh what a fun project!
I'm so happy I found your channel! Thank you for your realism. I can relate with "what is the point of having value?!" I have been making carts on so many websites then closing the page before I can buy anything.
Ahh I'm glad I'm not alone in that messy headspace!
A very insightful video itâs interesting how sometimes people buy replicas and then pretend they are the real thing, which in a way feeds into that sense of exclusivity that discourages people from buying the real thing in the first kislux ! Like the drama that happened on the reality show Singles in Hell
New subscriber - the algorithm finally brought you to me (or vice versa :) ) I very much appreciate your honest conversations about what's going on emotionally and psychologically with purchasing, how strong our desire to rationalize shopping behavior is even when we are clearly trying to resist, your emphasis for yourself on putting your actions where your values are! And of course your colorful wardrobe!
So glad you found me! (Or I found you!) 💕
I enjoy your fashion content so much! I started watching because I love thrifting, colour and plus-size fashion... and then you mentioned being Autistic (me too)... and then you are anti-Zionist.... and I was HOOKED! Thanks for all the work you put into your videos!
Yes to finding like-minded, values-driven folks in the fashion space!! ✨ Thanks for being here!
Olly is just such a little sweetie. Does she recognise herself in the mirror? We don't have any full lenght mirrors so I'm not sure if Mabel can. I always love your outfit videos. I'm definitely trying to be more mindful of my purchasing this year. I've realised the gap in my wardrobe is summer tops, living in Perth makes it a challenge! Need sun protection, but I also struggle with temperature regulation. I have some gorgeous bottom halves to wear but I don't know what to pair them with.
Sometimes if I’m busy and she wants to play, she’ll pick a toy, place it in front of the mirror, and watch herself play with it! It’s so cute 😂❤️
I'm so glad you're continuing with styling. I struggle with color. I love it but I don't want a "collection" of clothing, so I end up in black. And uninspired.
I don’t know how you feel about Salvos, but they have a great online marketplace comprising the best items from stores across Australia. Things regularly go on 50% discount, and shipping cost are very reasonable.
I have never loved the set up of their website - I found it really hard to search for things in my size that I would actually like! And if I'm going to have to basically browse through every item, I'd rather just go to a store in person! Have you had much luck with their online marketplace?
@ I’ve found some good things, and I’ve found their size filtering fairly good (though certainly not perfect). I’m about an AU size 16, and tend to shop more in the men’s section than women’s. It helps that men’s sizes seem to be way more consistent than women’s as a general rule.
A lot of the problem with the site stems from inconsistencies in how things are labeled (I assume each store does their own uploads to the main site). Some listings have fabulous clear pictures, measurements and fiber content, and some have photos that don’t fit the entire item into the frame and very little info at all.
I might have to give it another go!
that shiny purple jacket is amazing!
I knoooow! I'm obsessed!
Great video. I subscribed a few months ago after discovering your first Indyx stylist video. Am now cataloging my wardrobe. So fun and so informative. Thanks for introducing me.
Amazing! I hope you get as much out of the experience as I have 🥰
Glad I’m not the only one who hates loafers🎉
I'm subscribing! This was great. I'm doing the 5 new items this year to help with my overconsumption.
So glad you enjoyed it!
This really tempts me to try indyx even though I think my wardrobe is too boring to log. I'd like to change that (the boring bit) and I appreciate seeing your wardrobe and the colorful fun outfits.
I think keeping track of what we wear can be useful in lots of different ways! I used to feel like my style was boring (I love colour, but I'm far from a maximalist in terms of texture and volume!) but I found tracking it helpful in finding how I actually feel my best!
As someone who also has a pretty boring wardrobe - not that many clothes and I am also more of a minimalist - I still enjoy cataloguing my wardrobe and tracking my outfits. Not only is it great to see everything at the same time, but lathe data you get after a while is also really interesting to actually see what you wear most, what you wear least, etc.
I just subscribed bc I was looking for your videos after having watched one recommended one and then I couldn’t find you again 😅. I’ve really enjoyed your Indyx styling videos
We are reunited!
I'm a fellow Melbournian too and always wondered if I could call something "thrifted" if it was bought from Depop or Facebook marketplace etc. Do you think it's common to refer to it that way? I know people in the US do but yeah wasn't sure about here
Also how revolutionary is Indyx. I just love it!!
I’m honestly not sure what the answer is regarding what counts as thrifting. Honestly, I’ve only recently even started saying ‘thrifting’ instead of ‘op shopping’ - I’m becoming Americanised making these videos! I do think of Depop more as second hand shopping over thrifting (it’s certainly not an op shop!) but it gets tiresome saying ‘thrifting and secondhand shopping’ every time. That also gets me thinking of shops like Savers which, yes are secondhand and function much like a traditional op shop, but are for profit. I’m not sure where the line is with any of these terms! 🤷🏻♀️
I’m glad you’re enjoying Indyx!
i love the outfits but my attention keeps wandering to the cute pup hahaha
I love the pink top with the green pants. Such a cute combo. You look great in colorful outfits.
Thanks! Pink and green are such a dream colour combo!
Hello! I found your channel recently and I love it! I’m a big Leena Norms fan and always looking for similar creators. ❤ I noticed you were buying Suk clothing secondhand although it is a company you don’t support and I wondered whether you had any thoughts on the argument that wearing brands or items secondhand is still supporting the company/industry via its promotion. I think about this often as I am trying to be a more vegan consumer and often find myself wondering whether to buy leather and wool items secondhand. Happy New Year to you! 🎉
@@SarahV-se2db hey! So glad you’re enjoy the videos 🥰 as for your question, for me it’s pretty simple. I don’t want my money going to suk, so purchasing the pants second hand means I achieve that. I’m not a model who is promoting clothes by simply wearing them, and on the off chance someone asks me where my pants from, I see that as an opportunity to have a conversation about why I don’t support the company. I think being online does complicate that slightly, especially in videos like this where I’m specifically talking about what I’m wearing, which is why I add the disclaimer I do. Which, again, is a good way to make it clear to my audience what my values are and to hopefully encourage them to think about the companies they are supporting, too. You’ll never see an affiliate link for Suk in my description!
Leather for vegans I think can be a slightly more complicated, but I think it comes down to why you don’t want to buy leather. Is it because you don’t want to contribute to the industry? Well, buying secondhand doesn’t so I think it’s a great option. But if it’s because you find the leather actually gross, then that’s valid, too.
What I’m less interested in (whether it’s leather or suk) is attempting to perform a set of morals. It’s the same with BDS or boycotting in general. I’m not boycotting because I want to be morally pure, I’m boycotting because I want to use my limited consumer power to make a change in the world, because I don’t want my money contributing to something I disagree with.
Hope that makes sense :)
Thank you for your response! That’s definitely given me food for thought. I think it is so important to remember the goal of an action and not to get trapped into “I’m a bad person because X” type thinking. 🧐✨
I'm curious that you're planning on sticking with Rae. Would you ever try a new stylist?
Maybe! I’m still getting a lot out of working with Rae, and I think there’s something to be said for developing a relationship with a stylist who can get to know you better over time ☺️
@@KateyOneMoreTime She also knows what she already recommended and will not charge you again for the same outfits. ❤
I speculate that Rae likely really enjoys you as a client because of your style and love of colour ❤
I want to do a low buy this year. the rules are I can only buy 12 items (new or secondhand) I just need to slow down my purchases and that why I do not do any distinction between ''new'' versus secondhand. it doesn't include workout gear but include accessories (purses, belts, shoes and clothing) I do not need anything I have a VERY large closet but know my shopping habit and going cold turkey is not realistic for me. So the goal is 12 items technically 1 per month but if I skip a month it can be roll to the next month (I'm really thinking during summer I might not buy anything but November and December are usually months I spend more so that will probably months I purchased more then 1 items). of course I will keep purchased secondhand clothing first, then local designers and then whatever... also I will try not buying anything for the US I'm boycotting them.
I love your plan! That's a really smart way to approach a low buy. I hope you find it fulfilling! ❤️
I like the idea of not distinguishing between new and secondhand items. To me it defeats the point of a low buy year if one can still buy unlimited items secondhand. And while secondhand is better than buying new, it is still consumerism if buying items one doesn’t actually need or without really considering the purchase well.
it's a little shocking that the average indyx user wears less than 35% of their wardrobe annually.
I was shocked when I saw that, too. But I wonder if that might be skewed lower due to the app (and therefore users, too) being new, or maybe lots of people start with the app but don't continue logging their outfits? I wish we could see this statistic with those outliers removed or accounted for, because you're right, 35% is a concerning number!