Thank you so much for watching! Here are links for the things shown in this video! Flannel Shacket Shirt (I'm wearing size Medium): amzn.to/46JNcni Amazon Essentials Scoop Neck T: amzn.to/45ymjBS Tan Fall Jacket: amzn.to/45lCNgh Flannel Dress (I'm wearing size Medium): amzn.to/46oKwf2 Square-neck Dress (size Large): amzn.to/3FcfydX Babydoll Style Dress (size Medium): www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B3JG2HNW?ie=UTF8&psc=1&linkCode=sl1&tag=ithwecobefr-20&linkId=04680d49289a83c72f321a3654cef431&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl Brown Sorel Boots: amzn.to/46g6rF7 Tom's Boots: amzn.to/490O211
I think you're looking for the CARHARTT RAIN DEFENDER LIGHTWEIGHT COAT 😄 it'll have better pockets and last forever, I'd invest in the carhartt one and return the Amazon one. Oh and they have a bunch of colors.
The shaket is a good color and the collar, etc. is very good. Where it cuts you wrong is the drawstring effect right under the breasts. Tends to make you look stuffed. If the drawstring was at your actual waist, it would be great! Send it back, or see if someone can redo that area for you.
The tan jacket seems too short and you kept messing with it so I don’t think it fit your grab and go affinity. It didn’t seem part of an outfit but more something you put on till you got there and then remove. The black white plaid is mi j more pleasant all around.
Let the tan jacket go back… The square neck dress and the rose colored sweater are just perfect. The black flannel shirt is crisp looking and will be fun to wear. Your advice on “definite yes” or it’s a “no” is so helpful. I am making progress in my closet and drawers and this is a big help! Thank you for being so honest and adorable 💕
I'm speaking like a big sister...Return the jacket. Unless you are POSITIVE that you love it and are excited to wear it, it needs to go... If it's not a definite "yes", it's a "no."
You looked great in all the colours you put on. The shirt looked amazing in you too. You know the answer to the jacket "if it's not a hard yes..." Fantastic message and love that you're buying things to last! So much better for the environment. I have streamlined, I have more as I have work me and casual me. My week is pretty 50:50 between the two, so I have 4 smart work outfits. I love suit jackets and will wear those to work but throw them over jeans to look a little smarter. I love walking into my wardrobe and seeing space around my clothes so I can actually see what I have. All inspired by watching this channel ❤
I think it is an overwhelming NO on the camel jacket; I haven’t seen anyone say yes! The black and white plaid shacket ~I love it! I’m glad you are bringing back color into your wardrobe. All black may have served you for a season, but I love you in colors. The dress is beautiful on you. All around a good clothing haul and thank you for going through everything with us and your rules and your whys. Very much appreciate your video!
The black and white flannel is cute! The tan jacket, not so much. Love the pink sweater though! And I thought you were silly for not liking last year's striped brown sweater till you modeled this year's brown sweater. I totally understood what you meant! The new one is classic! That is a smart swap!
I think the tan jacket breaks her silhouette up in the wrong place. If the drawstring was lower, it would be better. I LOVE that pink sweater on her tho!!! 💗
I have watched so many of your videos and finally got a chance to work through my clothes. I’m in a season of life where I’m unlearning people pleasing and learning my self worth. I had no idea that the way I thought about myself was bleeding into the clothes that I was keeping my closet. Legitimately, I had shirts with holes in them and were way too large for me. I had them for years!!! And wore them regularly!!!! 😳 Why though??? Because I truly didn’t believe I was worth enough to wear things that were nicer and that made me feel good about myself. Last Saturday, I did the unthinkable. I threw those shirts away and said, “you are worth looking good and feeling good about yourself!” This is such an emotional season for me. Thank you, Jesus, for rescuing me and loving me. I can love me too!
The black and white jacket is cute and you’ll get lots of wear. The tan one, not so much. It’s seems like it cuts you in the middle. Looks maybe too short. If you’re questioning it, return. The “red” dress is WAY cute!! Love a square neck!! I think it’s the color that looks good also. I have a WAY simplified closet. I teach Pre-K and need clothes I don’t mind getting dirty. I have found 1 style of legging/pants that I have a dark gray and black in. My tops are always black, gray, or white (fall and winter). Most are tunic style, and some hit me right at the waist. COMFY IS MY MOTTO! In the spring going into summer I do about the same. Black and gray skorts and black, gray, white tops. More t-shirt style tops in the spring and beginning of school though. I’m a minimalist at heart and only have about 5 tops and my two bottoms for each season. I do have 4 dresses (same color choices though, surprise surprise) that I wear, but again COMFY all the way!!!!
I agree with you on the tan jacket. It doesn’t look like it hits your waist like it’s supposed to. Flannel looks great on everyone else. It does nothing for me.
If you’re only going to keep one jacket style piece, I think the flannel plaid looks a lot better than the tan one. I also think you would wear it a lot more because it looks great on you and looks very comfy!
The square neck dress and raspberry top look awesome on you!!!. You’re really second guessing the drawstring jacket so that’s a “no”. You tell us if it’s not a clear yes then it’s a no. I love your videos!!!
Here’s a tip I got from the Minimal Mom: if you don’t love it, don’t keep it. “I don’t know 6x” said Dawn 😂 return it! Your intuition is correct, same for the dresses. The square neck one looks the best.
Nothing has help me more with a minimalist wardrobe than moving into a tiny house. Everyone who lives here in this 55+ age community embraces it as normal. Most work from home anyway. I can honestly say, there is an amazing degree of peace and happiness living with less.
My body has changed so much with menopause that I finally got rid of everything that I didn't like wearing. All of the 'maybe one day' stuff...gone. All of the uncomfortable stuff...gone. I remember seeing in several of your videos that you said the 'if it's not a definite yes, then it's a no'. That's such a good motto. My closet has a limited wardrobe now and I like it. Thanks, Dawn.
The menopause changes are real! I too am finally letting go of clothes that fit a few years ago, but just don't quite fit right anymore. I always thought if I just continued to try to eat right and exercise that I could thwart off all the changes! This has been hard, because deep down I've always thought that much of my worth came from being fit and trim. But God is teaching me that this is not where my worth comes from, and that I can grow more beautiful with each passing year in ways that matter to Him, as I seek to grow in having a gentle and quiet spirit, which is very precious in His sight (from 1Peter 3:4). So, while I want to look nice on the outside, my FOCUS is on growing to be more beautiful in my walk and relationship with Jesus.
Idk if im premenopause but im seeing docs because wearing jeans makes my pelvic bladder are so sensitive to hurt, and so now i wear lose long skirts and dresses that id never wore, now i buy them, lost so much weight too doing intermittent fasting with healthy keto, it has helped alot. Just funny how even health makes u comfortable in certain clothes 😮
I love the pinkish sweater on you! The tan jacket waist doesn’t seem like it hits in the best place-you don’t need it. You’ve really done a great job curating your fall/winter wardrobe overall. Thanks for walking through your process. ❤
I think it would be fun to see you do a collab with a color consultant! I get that it’s not your cup of tea, but there are a lot of ties to minimalism you could make and you’d always know what to shop for.
Or even just take a free quiz online. In the 90s and 80s there were books out and it wasn't such a lucrative business. But yes I noticed she has fall and winter and summer colors all in this video.
LOVE the shacket! So cute. The pocket placement and sleeve length would make me return the tan jacket-not a clear yes. The second dress is SO CUTE on you.
When you put on that cool raspberry rose top, your skin and face just popped! So pretty and flattering. You are a "Cool Summer" - and the colors you have already gravitated to are in your "color wheel". You shine in light gray, charcoal, rose-y brown, and raspberry.
The beige sweater just washes you out due to the undertones of your complexion. The raspberry is gorgeous! The jacket shortens your torso in the picture and the beige again washes you out!
I disagree about the sweater! I think it blends well with her complexion and allows her eyes to stand out. The jacket doesn't work for practical reasons but I think the color is nice.
While I agree that the beige sweater doesn't wash her out, per se, it's just very bland, esp with her darker hair color for fall. If it were me, I'd feel compelled to wear a scarf with it for a pop of contrast. The pink, however is WONDERFUL on her! Dawn, that shade of pink makes you glow! I thought so when you bought that pink flowered short-sleeve top for Spring/Summer. You are pretty in pink, for sure!
I agree, a cognac color would be more flattering on her than the beige. It is the type of beige that has a grey undertone and it’s a hard color to wear imo. The pink is pretty.
I always enjoy your seasonal clothing videos! The square neck dress was a WOW for me! Looked like it was made for you. With the black & white shacket, try wearing a touch of red. Red earrings, red tank top, red necklace. I always get so many compliments when I add a little red to a black & white outfit. It’s unexpected & it dresses it up a bit.
The red square neck dress was sooo perfect!!!! Wear alone to one party and add a jacket for another with different shoes and no one would notice it’s same dress!!!! Great job dawn!
I so wish I would have come to the conclusions you have on choosing an appropriate wardrobe when I was your age! Am coming up with parameters for my own wardrobe as a petite, retired 66 y/o. I like stretch jeans, pull up pants, solid colors, lotta black, dresses have to cover my knees, & thick soled, no heels or pointed toe footwear(per my podiatrist LOL). Thanks for all you do Dawn!!!!
When I find a shirt or sweater that I like, I buy it in at least 4 or 5 colors. I don’t like that many things on me, so when I do find something, I go for it. I also like scoop and boatneck and solid colors. I loved your clarifying comments regarding buying/wearing clothes.
Me, too! When I find something I like, that looks good on me, and especially if it's a good buy regarding quality+price, I buy it in several colors. If it's a clearance sale and it's something I just love, I'm likely to buy several of each color if the price is good enough.
For example, I just bought a pile of one particular top that was on clearance for $5.98 down from $27. I bought a couple of dozen because the fabric is amazing and I absolutely love the colors and style. I'll wear them every day, and it won't make me nervous about getting them stained or if my cats (or my son's enormous, affectionate dogs) put a hole in one. It's very freeing for me to know that I have clothes I truly enjoy and I don't have to be careful of them.
The rose colored sweater is so beautiful on you! The tan jacket is not as flattering, so I'd return it. Culling my herd of clothes has been so freeing and has made my mornings much more pleasant. I cannot thank you enough for putting yourself out there to share your message of hope.❤
I am in the season of life (mid 70s) when I’m happy to find clothes that fit me and don’t cost an arm and a leg! The more time passes, I go back to solid colors and fabrics that feel good and keep their shape. Very simple and comfortable shoes are a must. I think I’ve finally figured it out! This is my first time watching your videos, you’re very down to earth, yet stylish! Nice job!
If it’s not a clear yes then it’s a no. I love that saying. I decluttered my clothes three years ago with a bunch of your videos. I only have what I can wear now. Every time I open my closet I am happy. No guilt at all because I have my favorite clothes to wear. I thought I wanted variety. What I really want is to get dressed without having to think. This makes me happy. Thank you Dawn. Great video.
Absolutely adore the tan and pink new sweaters! The pink makes your skin look warm and rosy. Not loving the jacket; it cuts you in half. Great job and choices.
Your personality sparkles when you put on color! We see it. I hope you see it too! ...You love color (dusty rose, maroon, teal, etc). So make sure you have some of these colors in your wardrobe each season! Your "little girl" inside loves these colors so make sure you please her every time you go shopping! Yes an official diagnosis. I'm a therapist! ...Love watching your videos and I apply a lot of your great ideas! Keep up the great work!
It is spring/summer. Last winter I only wore two flannel zip-ups when I needed warmth. I just found 12-15 sweaters, sweatshirts and light jackets, buried under clutter, and that I didn't wear this year. Your criteria are perfect. Thanks SO much. I have kept only 3 that are pretty, the right size and I probably could wear. The rest are out!
Love the reminder that you don’t have to follow every trend! I’ve realized that it doesn’t matter if I repeat outfits for family occasions. I used to think people really remembered what other people wore until I realized most people are really only concentrated on what they themselves are wearing, ha! It’s easy to downsize your closet when you’re okay with rewearing the same clothes time and time again and not always asking my husband, “Did I wear this the last time we saw your family?” Also, I’m postpartum and ran out and found two pairs of jeans that fit well and I put the rest away. Now I open my dresser drawer and feel good while also being ready fast, which is what a mama needs!
I like your gray top with raised design of the same color. Tone-on-tone is a great way to go for something that’s flattering, offers interest but doesn’t distract the eye. I *love* my damask tablecloths that are based on the same idea.
The square neckline dress is my favorite! Looks especially cute on you--the color, the fit, the flowiness of the fabric--just a darling look and it appears like it'd be super comfy to wear, too!
Yes and I think another reason the square neck dress looks so good and better than the round neckline dress could be that the bodice pattern and the overall pattern of the fabric on the square neckline dress is way more on a Vertical line than the basic fabric pattern or appearance on the other round neckline dress. That's another general rule I use as a short person is to select vertical line fabrics ( to help look just taller and slender) and avoid things that have too much of a horizontal pattern or cut etc ( as it tends to make us look shorter and wider). Have also been told to avoid large patterns and large plaids on a small or shorter person. That solids or smaller patterns are usually much more flattering on a short person. So these are a few of my shopping guidelines.
I just love your transparency, honesty, and practicality. You take off my “shame and blame me coat” and won’t let me put it back on! Bless and love you oodles!
I realized that the clothes that I loved in the store (bright patterns, flowy fabrics) were not the clothes that I reached for on a daily basis. I now have a core wardrobe of about 15 tshirts, 5 stretchy pants, and a few hoodies ready to put on. I have a few dressy outfits for the few occasions I need them, but I love having room in my closet! Everything from doing laundry, putting it away, and getting dressed is easier. My 17 yo daughter followed my lead and also enjoys a simpler life.
I have made a list of rules for myself that I keep on my phone: nothing oversized (makes me look frumpy), no bulky knits (makes me look too large), and nothing in georgette fabric (makes me so hot!). I also keep a short list of what I am looking for each season. I thrift most of my clothes, so it helps to have a plan!
I'm on the opposite hemisphere so we are welcoming spring here. BUt watching your video made me realise that for autumn and winter this year... this is what I did. I had like a set of sweaters that I really loved and just wore those few sweaters everyday to work. No morning dramas.
The shacket is perfect, and will be fun to wear. And the pinkish sweater makes you look great. Really enjoyed the video. I could never get by with just 3 pants.
Another great video, thank you!! Love the flannel on you, looked great! If you're questioning the tan jacket I say send it back, and I agree about the pockets, I can't stand upright pockets, I keep trying to put my hands in and it doesn't work 😂😂 great fall wardrobe 👍👍👍
After watching this, i came home and immediately downsized my work wardrobe. I know what i like and what works for me, but then i get myself in a mess by following influencers sales, ideas, wardrobes. And i almost always regret it! Why do I do this?? Ugh. We need to just stick with what works for our lifestyle, body and likes! As always, thank you, Dawn, for opening my eyes...again! 😊
The raspberry top, the square neck dress and the flannel shirt are definite keepers as they really suit you. I do the same and buy a shirt or dress or whatever I really like and feel good in, in different colours or patterns too.
After many rounds of decluttering and figuring out what I like to wear, I finally feel confident enough to invest in good quality pieces. Figuring out what stores carry the kind of clothes I like is very helpful. I wish I could find things thrifted but the thrift stores where I live aren't great and mostly just waste my time. It is so nice getting one or two quality pieces instead of settling for a bunch of ok cheaper ones. Being more picky and having a list helps so much so I have a mission to accomplish and I don't just go "clothes shopping" in general.
Love the flannel shirt 👍🏻🤍🖤 they're perfect for layering and also cute tied around your waist if you get warm 😊 I LOVE your rule that if it isn't a definite yes, then it is a no...this has helped me with more than just clothes!
Someone shared this helpful advise to me when I was young and was so concerned about what others thought, “ you wouldn’t worry so much about what other thought of you if you realized how seldom they did”.. people are often too busy thinking of themselves. Keep on wearing what feels right to you and you can’t go wrong! I did find this video helpful, thank you ✨
I LOVE the raspberry and brown (thick) sweaters on you!!! The flannel is a yes! The tan jacket isn't figure flattering, but it would be if the drawstring was lower. Square neck dress is so cute and flattering on you. I also love the boot cut because it is figure flattering.
Note: You are so precious! I love the square neck dress on you- the shape of your face goes so well. And the boots-are a definite yes. The baggy black and white flannel shirt- love it. It says, "Today I choose to be fun." All the things you shared are so 'spot on.' I'm 71 yo, short, and also want to feel good in what I have on. Getting ready for church, sometimes after checking things out in the mirror, I return to the closet for a slight change of clothing. Other days- it might be fine. One thing I do know- If you feel good in what you have on, your face and attitude are going to show it. Your confidence smiles through and to me, that's what matters. I like that you are shopping for you and not what others think you should wear. You ROCK!!
Finally found a style pants that I can wear to work, church, out to lunch… anywhere!! THIS is what I had been searching for. Absolutely despise keeping clothes that are suited for just one of or two of the above locations. Game changer for me!
I've recently lost 140 pounds and went from a woman's size 24 to a petite size 10. I literally had nothing to wear (I'm definitely not complaining)! This summer, I had to go through my entire wardrobe (from bras to dresses) and purchased new clothes. Although I couldn't possibly wear the larger sizes, it was a bit difficult to get rid of some of my favorite pieces. But, I did it. Thanks to you, Dawn. Your advice about minimalism is outstanding and is much appreciated. Thank you, Dawn, thank you.
@@jenniferbrooks--planj5459 Yes, indeed. Since I'll be 70 soon, there are some parts of my body that resembles a Sharpei. LOL Again, definitely not complaining.
My closet now only contains clothes I love and I only have the clothes out for this season. It's amazing!!! My new rule: I have to go try it on in the store. If I don't love it there it's not coming home. This has created a new level of intentionality in my shopping habits and saves me all the time and hassle of returns!! 🎉 Also, I only allow myself 5 extra, empty hangers, if I fill those something else has to go! Thank you for all your videos, Dawn!!! ❤
Was going to say the same regarding trying on in-store! (That, or making sure online purchases will be very easy to return then trying things on and making an immediate decision.) Love the hanger idea! I think I've sort of been heading in that direction myself...bringing in several new items? Alrighty what gets to leave?? 😊
I have always had multiples of certain styles. I learned very early in life, that you have to dress to your body shape. I sew, so I had a few patterns that were really flattering, and I just made those patterns over and over again, in different fabrics. Now, (at 70+) I have one pant/shorts pattern, one skirt, one shirt, and one top pattern, that have worked for me for years.
Dawn, your videos on wardrobe have helped me so much! I’m in a season of extreme stress and it’s been a life changing principle to only have things in my closet that fit my today body. Thank you!
For a long time, I had a hard time figuring out my style. On the one hand, I wanted to be dressy, but on the other hand, I was looking for comfortable and cute clothes for after work (going out with friends, for weekends, church,...). And I wanted to have everything in one. But recently I realized that the best thing for me is to have clothes for work and clothes for after work. And suddenly I have a lot of clothes and I also know exactly what I really like to wear. 🙏😀By the way, the jacket fits you very well. Keep it! And the strawberry sweater, you look gorgeous in it.😍
I am glad you are moving away from the all black wardrobe, because I don't think black flatters you close to your face. It looks too harsh for your hair and skin coloring. On the other hand, the rose sweater looks glorious on you! I would stay with black bottoms and then wear flattering colorful tops to have an easy system of wearing clothing.
As a 67 yr old I have just changed my wardrobe “season” to the “what fits now” philosophy….what a game changer! Everything fits, I can choose what to wear each day without stress. So thank you for the inspiration! I love the dress you have chosen, it so suits you! On another note, I am in the family home where all “inherited” items from my Grandparents, Aunts, Parents and In-Laws reside. I had been de cluttering slowly but watching your videos, and Cass too, have helped me make good decisions and be able to let go of a lot. My goal is at least one bag of good donations and one trash bag a week. I’m passing on the time will tell using the “if it’s a maybe it’s a no”…I don’t have the time to wait 😊 So thank you Dawn for being so inspirational.
Dawn, the tan jacket doesn't have the pockets you like and we do usually like pockets in a casual jacket. I like the black and white big shirt jacket especially with it open in the front because your black shirt underneath gives you a vertical line that is slimming and also makes you look taller. This is fun watching you go through and plan your fall wardrobe!
I'm so happy to have eliminated things that don't fit from my closet wardrobe. It is so true what a relief it is to things that are comfortable and fit and have fewer things . Love this wish. I'd learned long ago.
That raspberry color looks great on you because you are probably a summer season palette 🎨 thats why beige or tanned colours washes you out because those are too muted and warm for your undertone. When you understand which undertone you are its life changing, it saves you time, energy and money. ❤
I recently moved and knew that my closet in the new house would be much smaller. I took your advice and downsized my entire wardrobe to what I love wearing and fits my "now" body. I'm so pleased with my current wardrobe. Having less really does feel like more. And, getting dressed has never been easier! Thanks for all of your encouragement to all of us to create a quick and classic wardrobe, Dawn.
I agree with you - boatnecks for the WIN and plain color tops are so versatile and you don't get tired of them. You answered your own dilemma regarding the jacket - if it's not a clear YES, it's a NO. I love the square neck dress - it looks great on you.
Thank you so much. Clothing has been one area that has been a huge struggle for me over the years with my body type, coming in and out of pregnancies, and funny enough, trying to decide what my best colors are. Now that I have the decluttering mindset, it is easier for me to make the conscious choice to let clothes go. Even ones with the tag on them. Even ones that are technically in great condition if I just lost a few pounds or whatever. And I refuse to buy anything unless I am 100% happy with it. Do I absolutely love my wardrobe right now? No, but it's a work in progress and I'm not just spending money aimlessly anymore. I'm much more intentional, and somehow, getting rid of the clothes that weren't working for me actually helps me focus on the clothes that I have that I do like.
Thanks to binge watching your channel… my daughter and I completely cleaned out our house of everything we don’t use or wear and we’re so excited and happy for the weight lifted off us from this stuff.. it was holding us back. It’s taken a month to complete but it’s been incredibly freeing. We’ve also been picking out clothes that fit and make us feel good and couldn’t be happier. We’ve had a stressful year put on some weight and held on things that don’t fit our bodies or home. Thank you for your videos they were the push we needed. ♥️
I'm 2 weeks from having baby #4. I'm sick of maternity leggings and dreading the next several months of body changes. I guess we will just sit back in our boxy shirts and dream of what cute clothes are in our future!
If you can find a dress that is a few inches longer, just below the knee, and meets or covers the top of your boot, you’ll like it more. It will make you look taller by not breaking up your legs. Thanks for being so real and showing us your thought process!
Dawn, thank you, and yes you are so right! Many of us buy or acquire clothes to please our past or future version of ourself, when in reality, we just need to dress for US, for TODAY! I find that I feel my best when I’m in my favorite jeans, with my favorite color yummy sweater, regardless if it’s an “ in” color… wear what YOU love! Awesome video!.. thanks so much for your wisdom..🙏🤗
I have to say that the pink sweater and the rusty coloured square neck dress really bring your skin tone to life. If it’s not a “heck yes” then it’s really a “heck no!” Love the “shacket”. I keep working on simplifying my closet, too. I’m 56 and super tall (6’1”) and don’t have much choice where I live so I end up with “meh, good enough” for a lot of items. Those are the ones I tend to never keep long term. Such a struggle, I totally get it! (PS: the tan/camel jacket is a “no”. It looks too tight and not the most flattering colour on you.)
I like the shacket best. I am not a minimalist but since watching you, I have really simplified my kitchen and wardrobe. Everything in my closet fits and can worn with my jeans or black pants. I also improved my wear around the house clothes because of you. I do still have a purse and shoe problem, I'm working on it. 😊
Through all the decluttering I’ve already done, I still have a vast amount of paired down too small clothes that I haven’t been willing to part with. I’ve been cramming into the one pair of jeans that I can still cram into for months, and your video came as I was debating about breaking down and buying a couple of pairs of jeans that fit. Went into Old Navy, did not spend much and frankly feel so much better about life now that I have two pairs of jeans to pull out and not feel uncomfortable or frumpy. A very heartfelt thank you ❤
1) Return the jacket and wait for one you really love! 2) Yes to everything you said! I highly simplified my wardrobe years ago and it's so true that it make such a difference having only things that you both love and that fit TODAY! 3) I also find that solid colors are what I keep from year to year. 4) I've really appreciated your transparency about getting some new things each season even though you like to keep it minimal and save money. Once I minimized I felt pressure that everything had to be an expensive purchase so that it would be high quality and so that I could wear it forever and I much more enjoy buying cheaper things and getting some things that I can say I enjoyed for this season but now I'm going to let them go if they don't turn out to be something I want to keep for the next season.
Thank you for your candid honesty and for sharing an experience that is so stressful and vulnerable for most of us. We appreciate you & we love you too, Dawn! I LOVE the gray herringbone ribbed sweater you carried from last year, but I would pass on the beige jacket, unless it makes you feel fabulous. "I dunno" means "I don't love it", and when you find that jacket you DO love, you'll feel too guilty to buy it if you've kept this one (from my experience). 100% I agree with buying multiples in different colors - IF you loved it enough to try to buy it again, I definitely feel confident buying 2 or 3 more!
The Raspberry sweater looks really lovely on you. And I like that brown sweater. I realized the raspberry matches your bedspread, and the brown matches your chair. Your colors are the same as you use in your home. 🤭 And It's a no-go for the tan jacket.
My wardrobe is solid color pants, one of each color in winter weight and one of each in summer weight. Tops are in a variety of colors and patterns in summer weight fabric and a couple of winter cardigans. This makes decisions on what to wear super easy.
I’ve started to do this over the past year. Moved to a colder state so decided to invest in Kathmandu jackets and clothing for day to day wear as I work from home and exercise each morning. Means no thinking about what to wear plus everything fits. Then invested in good jeans, shoes, some tees and good wooden coats. For our summer now jeans, dresses that’s fit, tees and things, Birkenstocks or little white sneakers. A lighter wardrobe means I am not stressing each day what to wear or what fits. Each season I remove anything not making me happy or top up with anything worn out. Makes life so much easier. To many other decisions to make.
I love dress #2! So glad you found the same sweater, but in different colors. I wouldn’t even be able to tell they are the “same” one…very pretty. 👏🏻😊💗
You and I have the same coloring so definitely check out your color season and the colors you should steer clear of. The items you aren’t sold on, aren’t in your color season. A big reason I’ve learned that I tire of certain prints is because they are too loud for my coloring and personality. Low contrast is best for us and I definitely agree that the items I’ve wanted to carry from season to season are usually solids. Finally, the moment your beautiful face appeared on my screen, it looked so vibrant with that sweater from Ann Taylor! THAT is the color I have been searching for and seeing how lovely it looks on you makes me want to add it to my all dresses wardrobe. Thanks Dawn🌹
I have a picture of my closet that I took the beginning of this year, I had curated my dream clothes for years and was so excited when I finally had a big enough closet to display them, and now I am on my third closet declutter and look back at that picture and see how far I’ve come. I was holding on to lots of clothes that I would wear when I finally reached my ideal weight, job, etc. I’m so happy to be dressing for the person I am today.
🎉❤ YES!! ONLY WHAT FITS! I struggled for YEARS with a closet that made me feel icky. I hung on to sentimental items, even if they didn't fit me. I hung on to things I WANTED to wear, but didn't feel good in. Finally, i heard Dawn say everything is a yes...and then Sarah Wilson a.k.a. Budget Girl say "if it's not a hell yes, it's a hell no!" I put a bunch of stuff in "time will tell" buns with a date, donated a bunch more. Only "yes" items went back into the closet. Oh my, I love it so much! I ended up donating everything in those time will tell boxes and don't miss a single thread. I thought I would, but having them in the attic for a whole year showed me that I wouldn't. And now, just a soon as a piece of clothing feels even a little "meh" or doesn't fit the same, starts to pill etc. I donate it. I know that someone at the City Mission needs it more than me. And, my closet feels so good!!
That light gray sweater and the raspberry sweater look great on you, color-wise - seems like cooler, softer colors suit you :) Love the fit of the pink dress on you!
Hi Dawn! Longtime follower, first time commenter!! The raspberry colored sweater is so flattering on you. That must be one of your colors. It brightens your whole face. I love that you are setting rules for clothes. I don’t like clothes shopping at all but have started doing that and it helps me make decisions and move on. Love watching your channel and Rusty Judgement.
Thank you so much for watching! Here are links for the things shown in this video!
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The jacket is so cute, but I would take the drawstring out. Also the raspberry top is your color! Enjoy!! Love your videos!!
Please link the black pants you are wearing with so many of those tops!!
Just bought the square neck dress because it is so cute!!
Loved the jacket on you!
I think you're looking for the CARHARTT RAIN DEFENDER LIGHTWEIGHT COAT 😄 it'll have better pockets and last forever, I'd invest in the carhartt one and return the Amazon one. Oh and they have a bunch of colors.
Regarding the Camel-colored, Carhartt-type jacket… a very smart lady taught me “If it’s not a clear yes, then it’s a no” 😉❤
I was just thinking the same thing! "If it's not a definite YES, it's a NO!" -Dawn quoting Greg McKeown's book Essentialism.
DITTO!!!!!
Also, its an odd cut, it makes it look like your bust is just completely squished and uncomfortable.
The shaket is a good color and the collar, etc. is very good.
Where it cuts you wrong is the drawstring effect right under the breasts. Tends to make you look stuffed.
If the drawstring was at your actual waist, it would be great! Send it back, or see if someone can redo that area for you.
The tan jacket seems too short and you kept messing with it so I don’t think it fit your grab and go affinity. It didn’t seem part of an outfit but more something you put on till you got there and then remove.
The black white plaid is mi j more pleasant all around.
Let the tan jacket go back… The square neck dress and the rose colored sweater are just perfect. The black flannel shirt is crisp looking and will be fun to wear. Your advice on “definite yes” or it’s a “no” is so helpful. I am making progress in my closet and drawers and this is a big help! Thank you for being so honest and adorable 💕
I'm speaking like a big sister...Return the jacket. Unless you are POSITIVE that you love it and are excited to wear it, it needs to go... If it's not a definite "yes", it's a "no."
Looks too small/tight around the bust line.
Dawn, re the tan jacket, it sounds too much like you are trying to talk yourself into keeping it, so wouldn’t that make it a “No”?! 😘
the tan jacket looks too tight along the bust line. not flattering. I would hold out to find a carhart somewhere.
Pockets have to be right. I'd wait to find the Carhartt one.
You looked great in all the colours you put on. The shirt looked amazing in you too. You know the answer to the jacket "if it's not a hard yes..."
Fantastic message and love that you're buying things to last! So much better for the environment.
I have streamlined, I have more as I have work me and casual me. My week is pretty 50:50 between the two, so I have 4 smart work outfits. I love suit jackets and will wear those to work but throw them over jeans to look a little smarter. I love walking into my wardrobe and seeing space around my clothes so I can actually see what I have. All inspired by watching this channel ❤
I think it is an overwhelming NO on the camel jacket; I haven’t seen anyone say yes! The black and white plaid shacket ~I love it! I’m glad you are bringing back color into your wardrobe. All black may have served you for a season, but I love you in colors. The dress is beautiful on you. All around a good clothing haul and thank you for going through everything with us and your rules and your whys. Very much appreciate your video!
One thing about having your colors done is it's hard to find clothes in those colors
No on the plaid. The pattern is to big for your small frame
The black and white flannel is cute! The tan jacket, not so much. Love the pink sweater though! And I thought you were silly for not liking last year's striped brown sweater till you modeled this year's brown sweater. I totally understood what you meant! The new one is classic! That is a smart swap!
Agree with everything you said! And the square-neck dress looks amazing on her! The other two, not so much.
yes!!!
I agree the blk and wht flannel is cute but the tan jacket doesn't seem to fit well.
I think the tan jacket breaks her silhouette up in the wrong place. If the drawstring was lower, it would be better.
I LOVE that pink sweater on her tho!!! 💗
Pink sweater and square neck dress are the best. Plaid jacket is too big. Tan jacket and tan sweater look nice.
I have watched so many of your videos and finally got a chance to work through my clothes. I’m in a season of life where I’m unlearning people pleasing and learning my self worth. I had no idea that the way I thought about myself was bleeding into the clothes that I was keeping my closet. Legitimately, I had shirts with holes in them and were way too large for me. I had them for years!!! And wore them regularly!!!! 😳 Why though??? Because I truly didn’t believe I was worth enough to wear things that were nicer and that made me feel good about myself. Last Saturday, I did the unthinkable. I threw those shirts away and said, “you are worth looking good and feeling good about yourself!” This is such an emotional season for me. Thank you, Jesus, for rescuing me and loving me. I can love me too!
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The black and white jacket is cute and you’ll get lots of wear. The tan one, not so much. It’s seems like it cuts you in the middle. Looks maybe too short. If you’re questioning it, return.
The “red” dress is WAY cute!! Love a square neck!! I think it’s the color that looks good also.
I have a WAY simplified closet. I teach Pre-K and need clothes I don’t mind getting dirty. I have found 1 style of legging/pants that I have a dark gray and black in. My tops are always black, gray, or white (fall and winter). Most are tunic style, and some hit me right at the waist. COMFY IS MY MOTTO!
In the spring going into summer I do about the same. Black and gray skorts and black, gray, white tops. More
t-shirt style tops in the spring and beginning of school though.
I’m a minimalist at heart and only have about 5 tops and my two bottoms for each season. I do have 4 dresses (same color choices though, surprise surprise) that I wear, but again COMFY all the way!!!!
Yeah, that black and white is so cute on you. Wear it a lot!
I agree with you on the tan jacket. It doesn’t look like it hits your waist like it’s supposed to. Flannel looks great on everyone else. It does nothing for me.
Raspberry sweater is great. As others have commented the tan jacket is questionable. The collar seems fussy and not you.
If you’re only going to keep one jacket style piece, I think the flannel plaid looks a lot better than the tan one. I also think you would wear it a lot more because it looks great on you and looks very comfy!
The square neck dress and raspberry top look awesome on you!!!. You’re really second guessing the drawstring jacket so that’s a “no”. You tell us if it’s not a clear yes then it’s a no. I love your videos!!!
Definite YES on the rose square neck dress!
I want to buy the raspberry sweater! Link?
Here’s a tip I got from the Minimal Mom: if you don’t love it, don’t keep it. “I don’t know 6x” said Dawn 😂 return it! Your intuition is correct, same for the dresses. The square neck one looks the best.
Nothing has help me more with a minimalist wardrobe than moving into a tiny house. Everyone who lives here in this 55+ age community embraces it as normal. Most work from home anyway. I can honestly say, there is an amazing degree of peace and happiness living with less.
My body has changed so much with menopause that I finally got rid of everything that I didn't like wearing. All of the 'maybe one day' stuff...gone. All of the uncomfortable stuff...gone. I remember seeing in several of your videos that you said the 'if it's not a definite yes, then it's a no'. That's such a good motto. My closet has a limited wardrobe now and I like it. Thanks, Dawn.
The menopause changes are real! I too am finally letting go of clothes that fit a few years ago, but just don't quite fit right anymore. I always thought if I just continued to try to eat right and exercise that I could thwart off all the changes! This has been hard, because deep down I've always thought that much of my worth came from being fit and trim. But God is teaching me that this is not where my worth comes from, and that I can grow more beautiful with each passing year in ways that matter to Him, as I seek to grow in having a gentle and quiet spirit, which is very precious in His sight (from 1Peter 3:4). So, while I want to look nice on the outside, my FOCUS is on growing to be more beautiful in my walk and relationship with Jesus.
I did that last week! My body’s changed and my clothes were telling me that. I wouldn’t say I was overweight but I have gone up a size
@ lisam5744 Love this, so freeing for you!
Idk if im premenopause but im seeing docs because wearing jeans makes my pelvic bladder are so sensitive to hurt, and so now i wear lose long skirts and dresses that id never wore, now i buy them, lost so much weight too doing intermittent fasting with healthy keto, it has helped alot. Just funny how even health makes u comfortable in certain clothes 😮
I love the pinkish sweater on you! The tan jacket waist doesn’t seem like it hits in the best place-you don’t need it. You’ve really done a great job curating your fall/winter wardrobe overall. Thanks for walking through your process. ❤
I agree!
I agree on the waist placement.
I think it would be fun to see you do a collab with a color consultant! I get that it’s not your cup of tea, but there are a lot of ties to minimalism you could make and you’d always know what to shop for.
Yes!! 🩵
Yes. We'd love to see you do that!
Or even just take a free quiz online. In the 90s and 80s there were books out and it wasn't such a lucrative business. But yes I noticed she has fall and winter and summer colors all in this video.
Great idea!
Great Idea! YES!!!!
LOVE the shacket! So cute. The pocket placement and sleeve length would make me return the tan jacket-not a clear yes.
The second dress is SO CUTE on you.
When you put on that cool raspberry rose top, your skin and face just popped! So pretty and flattering. You are a "Cool Summer" - and the colors you have already gravitated to are in your "color wheel". You shine in light gray, charcoal, rose-y brown, and raspberry.
The beige sweater just washes you out due to the undertones of your complexion. The raspberry is gorgeous! The jacket shortens your torso in the picture and the beige again washes you out!
I disagree about the sweater! I think it blends well with her complexion and allows her eyes to stand out. The jacket doesn't work for practical reasons but I think the color is nice.
Actually, I loved the beige sweater on her.
While I agree that the beige sweater doesn't wash her out, per se, it's just very bland, esp with her darker hair color for fall. If it were me, I'd feel compelled to wear a scarf with it for a pop of contrast. The pink, however is WONDERFUL on her! Dawn, that shade of pink makes you glow! I thought so when you bought that pink flowered short-sleeve top for Spring/Summer. You are pretty in pink, for sure!
I agree! The beige is not your color but the raspberry is perfect on you!
I agree, a cognac color would be more flattering on her than the beige. It is the type of beige that has a grey undertone and it’s a hard color to wear imo. The pink is pretty.
I always enjoy your seasonal clothing videos! The square neck dress was a WOW for me! Looked like it was made for you. With the black & white shacket, try wearing a touch of red. Red earrings, red tank top, red necklace. I always get so many compliments when I add a little red to a black & white outfit. It’s unexpected & it dresses it up a bit.
The red square neck dress was sooo perfect!!!! Wear alone to one party and add a jacket for another with different shoes and no one would notice it’s same dress!!!! Great job dawn!
I so wish I would have come to the conclusions you have on choosing an appropriate wardrobe when I was your age! Am coming up with parameters for my own wardrobe as a petite, retired 66 y/o. I like stretch jeans, pull up pants, solid colors, lotta black, dresses have to cover my knees, & thick soled, no heels or pointed toe footwear(per my podiatrist LOL). Thanks for all you do Dawn!!!!
Fall jackets without pockets are a definite "NO" for me. I need pockets!😊
You’re God sent to me ❤You changed my life! Whenever I feel overwhelmed with all the shopping, I come to your channel 😊
When I find a shirt or sweater that I like, I buy it in at least 4 or 5 colors. I don’t like that many things on me, so when I do find something, I go for it. I also like scoop and boatneck and solid colors. I loved your clarifying comments regarding buying/wearing clothes.
Me, too! When I find something I like, that looks good on me, and especially if it's a good buy regarding quality+price, I buy it in several colors. If it's a clearance sale and it's something I just love, I'm likely to buy several of each color if the price is good enough.
For example, I just bought a pile of one particular top that was on clearance for $5.98 down from $27. I bought a couple of dozen because the fabric is amazing and I absolutely love the colors and style. I'll wear them every day, and it won't make me nervous about getting them stained or if my cats (or my son's enormous, affectionate dogs) put a hole in one. It's very freeing for me to know that I have clothes I truly enjoy and I don't have to be careful of them.
@@edennis8578that might be good advice if she wasn't a minimalist
I do the same when I find a top I like
that rasberry color with your complexion YES! and the new square neck dress too!
The rose colored sweater is so beautiful on you! The tan jacket is not as flattering, so I'd return it. Culling my herd of clothes has been so freeing and has made my mornings much more pleasant. I cannot thank you enough for putting yourself out there to share your message of hope.❤
I am in the season of life (mid 70s) when I’m happy to find clothes that fit me and don’t cost an arm and a leg! The more time passes, I go back to solid colors and fabrics that feel good and keep their shape. Very simple and comfortable shoes are a must. I think I’ve finally figured it out! This is my first time watching your videos, you’re very down to earth, yet stylish! Nice job!
If it’s not a clear yes then it’s a no. I love that saying. I decluttered my clothes three years ago with a bunch of your videos. I only have what I can wear now. Every time I open my closet I am happy. No guilt at all because I have my favorite clothes to wear. I thought I wanted variety. What I really want is to get dressed without having to think. This makes me happy. Thank you Dawn. Great video.
I was about to come give the same comment to her. It really is a great quote! Giving her advice right back to her
Absolutely adore the tan and pink new sweaters! The pink makes your skin look warm and rosy. Not loving the jacket; it cuts you in half. Great job and choices.
Your personality sparkles when you put on color! We see it. I hope you see it too! ...You love color (dusty rose, maroon, teal, etc). So make sure you have some of these colors in your wardrobe each season! Your "little girl" inside loves these colors so make sure you please her every time you go shopping! Yes an official diagnosis. I'm a therapist! ...Love watching your videos and I apply a lot of your great ideas! Keep up the great work!
It is spring/summer. Last winter I only wore two flannel zip-ups when I needed warmth. I just found 12-15 sweaters, sweatshirts and light jackets, buried under clutter, and that I didn't wear this year. Your criteria are perfect. Thanks SO much. I have kept only 3 that are pretty, the right size and I probably could wear. The rest are out!
Love the reminder that you don’t have to follow every trend! I’ve realized that it doesn’t matter if I repeat outfits for family occasions. I used to think people really remembered what other people wore until I realized most people are really only concentrated on what they themselves are wearing, ha! It’s easy to downsize your closet when you’re okay with rewearing the same clothes time and time again and not always asking my husband, “Did I wear this the last time we saw your family?”
Also, I’m postpartum and ran out and found two pairs of jeans that fit well and I put the rest away. Now I open my dresser drawer and feel good while also being ready fast, which is what a mama needs!
I like your gray top with raised design of the same color. Tone-on-tone is a great way to go for something that’s flattering, offers interest but doesn’t distract the eye. I *love* my damask tablecloths that are based on the same idea.
The square neckline dress is my favorite! Looks especially cute on you--the color, the fit, the flowiness of the fabric--just a darling look and it appears like it'd be super comfy to wear, too!
Yes and I think another reason the square neck dress looks so good and better than the round neckline dress could be that the bodice pattern and the overall pattern of the fabric on the square neckline dress is way more on a Vertical line than the basic fabric pattern or appearance on the other round neckline dress.
That's another general rule I use as a short person is to select vertical line fabrics ( to help look just taller and slender) and avoid things that have too much of a horizontal pattern or cut etc ( as it tends to make us look shorter and wider).
Have also been told to avoid large patterns and large plaids on a small or shorter person. That solids or smaller patterns are usually much more flattering on a short person.
So these are a few of my shopping guidelines.
Love that pink sweater and the square neck dress. I think the camel colored coat will drive you crazy with no angled pockets.
I just love your transparency, honesty, and practicality. You take off my “shame and blame me coat” and won’t let me put it back on! Bless and love you oodles!
Tan fall jacket is a no for me. The flannel jacket is nice.
I realized that the clothes that I loved in the store (bright patterns, flowy fabrics) were not the clothes that I reached for on a daily basis.
I now have a core wardrobe of about 15 tshirts, 5 stretchy pants, and a few hoodies ready to put on.
I have a few dressy outfits for the few occasions I need them, but I love having room in my closet! Everything from doing laundry, putting it away, and getting dressed is easier.
My 17 yo daughter followed my lead and also enjoys a simpler life.
I have made a list of rules for myself that I keep on my phone: nothing oversized (makes me look frumpy), no bulky knits (makes me look too large), and nothing in georgette fabric (makes me so hot!). I also keep a short list of what I am looking for each season. I thrift most of my clothes, so it helps to have a plan!
I'm on the opposite hemisphere so we are welcoming spring here. BUt watching your video made me realise that for autumn and winter this year... this is what I did. I had like a set of sweaters that I really loved and just wore those few sweaters everyday to work. No morning dramas.
loved the square neck dress-perfect for Fall, looks great!
The shacket is perfect, and will be fun to wear. And the pinkish sweater makes you look great. Really enjoyed the video. I could never get by with just 3 pants.
Another great video, thank you!! Love the flannel on you, looked great! If you're questioning the tan jacket I say send it back, and I agree about the pockets, I can't stand upright pockets, I keep trying to put my hands in and it doesn't work 😂😂 great fall wardrobe 👍👍👍
After watching this, i came home and immediately downsized my work wardrobe. I know what i like and what works for me, but then i get myself in a mess by following influencers sales, ideas, wardrobes. And i almost always regret it! Why do I do this?? Ugh. We need to just stick with what works for our lifestyle, body and likes! As always, thank you, Dawn, for opening my eyes...again! 😊
The raspberry top, the square neck dress and the flannel shirt are definite keepers as they really suit you. I do the same and buy a shirt or dress or whatever I really like and feel good in, in different colours or patterns too.
After many rounds of decluttering and figuring out what I like to wear, I finally feel confident enough to invest in good quality pieces. Figuring out what stores carry the kind of clothes I like is very helpful. I wish I could find things thrifted but the thrift stores where I live aren't great and mostly just waste my time. It is so nice getting one or two quality pieces instead of settling for a bunch of ok cheaper ones. Being more picky and having a list helps so much so I have a mission to accomplish and I don't just go "clothes shopping" in general.
Love the flannel shirt 👍🏻🤍🖤 they're perfect for layering and also cute tied around your waist if you get warm 😊
I LOVE your rule that if it isn't a definite yes, then it is a no...this has helped me with more than just clothes!
Someone shared this helpful advise to me when I was young and was so concerned about what others thought, “ you wouldn’t worry so much about what other thought of you if you realized how seldom they did”.. people are often too busy thinking of themselves. Keep on wearing what feels right to you and you can’t go wrong! I did find this video helpful, thank you ✨
I LOVE the raspberry and brown (thick) sweaters on you!!! The flannel is a yes! The tan jacket isn't figure flattering, but it would be if the drawstring was lower. Square neck dress is so cute and flattering on you. I also love the boot cut because it is figure flattering.
Yes to all of this! ❤
That's a great look on you. It's the vertical stripes that WORK and colors. Layers always good in fall/winter.
Note: You are so precious! I love the square neck dress on you- the shape of your face goes so well. And the boots-are a definite yes. The baggy black and white flannel shirt- love it. It says, "Today I choose to be fun." All the things you shared are so 'spot on.' I'm 71 yo, short, and also want to feel good in what I have on. Getting ready for church, sometimes after checking things out in the mirror, I return to the closet for a slight change of clothing. Other days- it might be fine. One thing I do know- If you feel good in what you have on, your face and attitude are going to show it. Your confidence smiles through and to me, that's what matters. I like that you are shopping for you and not what others think you should wear. You ROCK!!
Finally found a style pants that I can wear to work, church, out to lunch… anywhere!! THIS is what I had been searching for. Absolutely despise keeping clothes that are suited for just one of or two of the above locations. Game changer for me!
I've recently lost 140 pounds and went from a woman's size 24 to a petite size 10. I literally had nothing to wear (I'm definitely not complaining)! This summer, I had to go through my entire wardrobe (from bras to dresses) and purchased new clothes. Although I couldn't possibly wear the larger sizes, it was a bit difficult to get rid of some of my favorite pieces. But, I did it. Thanks to you, Dawn. Your advice about minimalism is outstanding and is much appreciated. Thank you, Dawn, thank you.
Wow, congrats on the weight loss! That’s a real achievement. I imagine it comes with some body dysmorphia.
@@jenniferbrooks--planj5459 Yes, indeed. Since I'll be 70 soon, there are some parts of my body that resembles a Sharpei. LOL Again, definitely not complaining.
That dusty pink color looks FABULOUS on you! And the gathered fabric on the sleeves is really attractive.
My closet now only contains clothes I love and I only have the clothes out for this season. It's amazing!!! My new rule: I have to go try it on in the store. If I don't love it there it's not coming home. This has created a new level of intentionality in my shopping habits and saves me all the time and hassle of returns!! 🎉 Also, I only allow myself 5 extra, empty hangers, if I fill those something else has to go!
Thank you for all your videos, Dawn!!! ❤
Was going to say the same regarding trying on in-store! (That, or making sure online purchases will be very easy to return then trying things on and making an immediate decision.)
Love the hanger idea! I think I've sort of been heading in that direction myself...bringing in several new items? Alrighty what gets to leave?? 😊
I'm am now able to keep all seasons of my clothes in my closet! WOW. Is that ever wonderful and surprising, to me and my closet! 😂
I have always had multiples of certain styles. I learned very early in life, that you have to dress to your body shape. I sew, so I had a few patterns that were really flattering, and I just made those patterns over and over again, in different fabrics. Now, (at 70+) I have one pant/shorts pattern, one skirt, one shirt, and one top pattern, that have worked for me for years.
Dawn, your videos on wardrobe have helped me so much! I’m in a season of extreme stress and it’s been a life changing principle to only have things in my closet that fit my today body. Thank you!
For a long time, I had a hard time figuring out my style. On the one hand, I wanted to be dressy, but on the other hand, I was looking for comfortable and cute clothes for after work (going out with friends, for weekends, church,...). And I wanted to have everything in one. But recently I realized that the best thing for me is to have clothes for work and clothes for after work. And suddenly I have a lot of clothes and I also know exactly what I really like to wear. 🙏😀By the way, the jacket fits you very well. Keep it! And the strawberry sweater, you look gorgeous in it.😍
I am glad you are moving away from the all black wardrobe, because I don't think black flatters you close to your face. It looks too harsh for your hair and skin coloring. On the other hand, the rose sweater looks glorious on you! I would stay with black bottoms and then wear flattering colorful tops to have an easy system of wearing clothing.
As a 67 yr old I have just changed my wardrobe “season” to the “what fits now” philosophy….what a game changer! Everything fits, I can choose what to wear each day without stress. So thank you for the inspiration!
I love the dress you have chosen, it so suits you!
On another note, I am in the family home where all “inherited” items from my Grandparents, Aunts, Parents and In-Laws reside.
I had been de cluttering slowly but watching your videos, and Cass too, have helped me make good decisions and be able to let go of a lot. My goal is at least one bag of good donations and one trash bag a week. I’m passing on the time will tell using the “if it’s a maybe it’s a no”…I don’t have the time to wait 😊
So thank you Dawn for being so inspirational.
Dawn, the tan jacket doesn't have the pockets you like and we do usually like pockets in a casual jacket. I like the black and white big shirt jacket especially with it open in the front because your black shirt underneath gives you a vertical line that is slimming and also makes you look taller. This is fun watching you go through and plan your fall wardrobe!
Love the idea of wearing what works for you and not listening to everyone else. Thank you.
I'm so happy to have eliminated things that don't fit from my closet wardrobe. It is so true what a relief it is to things that are comfortable and fit and have fewer things . Love this wish. I'd learned long ago.
Did you get rid of the items that don't fit or just move them to another area of the house?
Permission to let go of things helps me so much! Wonder why that is so helpful, thank-you Dawn! ❤
That raspberry color looks great on you because you are probably a summer season palette 🎨 thats why beige or tanned colours washes you out because those are too muted and warm for your undertone. When you understand which undertone you are its life changing, it saves you time, energy and money. ❤
I think the pink sweater and fall dress # 2 look the best on you. The black and white plaid flannel is cute but would look better in a smaller size.
I recently moved and knew that my closet in the new house would be much smaller. I took your advice and downsized my entire wardrobe to what I love wearing and fits my "now" body. I'm so pleased with my current wardrobe. Having less really does feel like more. And, getting dressed has never been easier! Thanks for all of your encouragement to all of us to create a quick and classic wardrobe, Dawn.
True! Everyone should tape your comment on their bedroom mirror!
How many pairs of pants do you recommend for winter?
I agree with you - boatnecks for the WIN and plain color tops are so versatile and you don't get tired of them. You answered your own dilemma regarding the jacket - if it's not a clear YES, it's a NO. I love the square neck dress - it looks great on you.
Thank you so much. Clothing has been one area that has been a huge struggle for me over the years with my body type, coming in and out of pregnancies, and funny enough, trying to decide what my best colors are. Now that I have the decluttering mindset, it is easier for me to make the conscious choice to let clothes go. Even ones with the tag on them. Even ones that are technically in great condition if I just lost a few pounds or whatever. And I refuse to buy anything unless I am 100% happy with it. Do I absolutely love my wardrobe right now? No, but it's a work in progress and I'm not just spending money aimlessly anymore. I'm much more intentional, and somehow, getting rid of the clothes that weren't working for me actually helps me focus on the clothes that I have that I do like.
Thanks to binge watching your channel…
my daughter and I completely cleaned out our house of everything we don’t use or wear and we’re so excited and happy for the weight lifted off us from this stuff.. it was holding us back.
It’s taken a month to complete but it’s been incredibly freeing.
We’ve also been picking out clothes that fit and make us feel good and couldn’t be happier.
We’ve had a stressful year put on some weight and held on things that don’t fit our bodies or home.
Thank you for your videos they were the push we needed.
♥️
I just had baby #5 and am so overwhelmed with everything! Watching immediately! Thank you, Dawn! 🥰
I'm 2 weeks from having baby #4. I'm sick of maternity leggings and dreading the next several months of body changes. I guess we will just sit back in our boxy shirts and dream of what cute clothes are in our future!
If you can find a dress that is a few inches longer, just below the knee, and meets or covers the top of your boot, you’ll like it more. It will make you look taller by not breaking up your legs. Thanks for being so real and showing us your thought process!
Dawn, thank you, and yes you are so right! Many of us buy or acquire clothes to please our past or future version of ourself, when in reality, we just need to dress for US, for TODAY! I find that I feel my best when I’m in my favorite jeans, with my favorite color yummy sweater, regardless if it’s an “ in” color… wear what YOU love! Awesome video!.. thanks so much for your wisdom..🙏🤗
I have to say that the pink sweater and the rusty coloured square neck dress really bring your skin tone to life. If it’s not a “heck yes” then it’s really a “heck no!” Love the “shacket”. I keep working on simplifying my closet, too. I’m 56 and super tall (6’1”) and don’t have much choice where I live so I end up with “meh, good enough” for a lot of items. Those are the ones I tend to never keep long term. Such a struggle, I totally get it! (PS: the tan/camel jacket is a “no”. It looks too tight and not the most flattering colour on you.)
I like the shacket best. I am not a minimalist but since watching you, I have really simplified my kitchen and wardrobe. Everything in my closet fits and can worn with my jeans or black pants. I also improved my wear around the house clothes because of you. I do still have a purse and shoe problem, I'm working on it. 😊
That rose colored dress!!! Love it on you! Everything about it is flattering on you.
The brown sweater is my favorite. I think the warm colors really suit you (brown, tan, rust).
Yes much more than black
Agreed. Those colours really bring out Dawn's lovely warm colouring. A lot of people rely on black because it's easy, but it isn't for everyone.
And it’s a petite cut
The black and white flannel shirt looks really cute on you!
Through all the decluttering I’ve already done, I still have a vast amount of paired down too small clothes that I haven’t been willing to part with. I’ve been cramming into the one pair of jeans that I can still cram into for months, and your video came as I was debating about breaking down and buying a couple of pairs of jeans that fit. Went into Old Navy, did not spend much and frankly feel so much better about life now that I have two pairs of jeans to pull out and not feel uncomfortable or frumpy. A very heartfelt thank you ❤
Yes, the black pants and black shoes look GREAT!
You look awesome in the square neck dress, the black and white plaid shirt and the sweaters.
You are truly delightful - without even trying. I watch you all the time.
1) Return the jacket and wait for one you really love! 2) Yes to everything you said! I highly simplified my wardrobe years ago and it's so true that it make such a difference having only things that you both love and that fit TODAY! 3) I also find that solid colors are what I keep from year to year. 4) I've really appreciated your transparency about getting some new things each season even though you like to keep it minimal and save money. Once I minimized I felt pressure that everything had to be an expensive purchase so that it would be high quality and so that I could wear it forever and I much more enjoy buying cheaper things and getting some things that I can say I enjoyed for this season but now I'm going to let them go if they don't turn out to be something I want to keep for the next season.
The red square neck dress….A+++++. Hope you kept it 💕
The pieces you have picked look great on you. The colors work. The checkered jacket looks good too.
You looked soooooo adorable in the black and white flannel. Would 100% keep that and wear it often.
Ooh, that shaket is super cute, especially on you! I feel the beige jacket is the wrong proportion for you. Maybe wait for the Carhart.
Also I do multiples a lot. When something fits and feels great I love to get it in a couple of colors. Never regret it.
Thank you for your candid honesty and for sharing an experience that is so stressful and vulnerable for most of us. We appreciate you & we love you too, Dawn!
I LOVE the gray herringbone ribbed sweater you carried from last year, but I would pass on the beige jacket, unless it makes you feel fabulous. "I dunno" means "I don't love it", and when you find that jacket you DO love, you'll feel too guilty to buy it if you've kept this one (from my experience).
100% I agree with buying multiples in different colors - IF you loved it enough to try to buy it again, I definitely feel confident buying 2 or 3 more!
The Raspberry sweater looks really lovely on you. And I like that brown sweater. I realized the raspberry matches your bedspread, and the brown matches your chair. Your colors are the same as you use in your home. 🤭 And It's a no-go for the tan jacket.
My wardrobe is solid color pants, one of each color in winter weight and one of each in summer weight. Tops are in a variety of colors and patterns in summer weight fabric and a couple of winter cardigans. This makes decisions on what to wear super easy.
You look really nice in that grey color sweater because it brings out your pretty blue eyes and your skin tone looks better in grey than black.
Dawn, the Shacket - YES! The drawstring jacket is too short for you - not flattering. (don't spend my 2 cents all in one place LOL)
I’ve started to do this over the past year. Moved to a colder state so decided to invest in Kathmandu jackets and clothing for day to day wear as I work from home and exercise each morning. Means no thinking about what to wear plus everything fits. Then invested in good jeans, shoes, some tees and good wooden coats. For our summer now jeans, dresses that’s fit, tees and things, Birkenstocks or little white sneakers. A lighter wardrobe means I am not stressing each day what to wear or what fits. Each season I remove anything not making me happy or top up with anything worn out. Makes life so much easier. To many other decisions to make.
I love dress #2! So glad you found the same sweater, but in different colors. I wouldn’t even be able to tell they are the “same” one…very pretty. 👏🏻😊💗
You and I have the same coloring so definitely check out your color season and the colors you should steer clear of. The items you aren’t sold on, aren’t in your color season. A big reason I’ve learned that I tire of certain prints is because they are too loud for my coloring and personality. Low contrast is best for us and I definitely agree that the items I’ve wanted to carry from season to season are usually solids. Finally, the moment your beautiful face appeared on my screen, it looked so vibrant with that sweater from Ann Taylor! THAT is the color I have been searching for and seeing how lovely it looks on you makes me want to add it to my all dresses wardrobe. Thanks Dawn🌹
I have a picture of my closet that I took the beginning of this year, I had curated my dream clothes for years and was so excited when I finally had a big enough closet to display them, and now I am on my third closet declutter and look back at that picture and see how far I’ve come. I was holding on to lots of clothes that I would wear when I finally reached my ideal weight, job, etc. I’m so happy to be dressing for the person I am today.
🎉❤ YES!! ONLY WHAT FITS! I struggled for YEARS with a closet that made me feel icky. I hung on to sentimental items, even if they didn't fit me. I hung on to things I WANTED to wear, but didn't feel good in. Finally, i heard Dawn say everything is a yes...and then Sarah Wilson a.k.a. Budget Girl say "if it's not a hell yes, it's a hell no!" I put a bunch of stuff in "time will tell" buns with a date, donated a bunch more. Only "yes" items went back into the closet. Oh my, I love it so much! I ended up donating everything in those time will tell boxes and don't miss a single thread. I thought I would, but having them in the attic for a whole year showed me that I wouldn't.
And now, just a soon as a piece of clothing feels even a little "meh" or doesn't fit the same, starts to pill etc. I donate it. I know that someone at the City Mission needs it more than me. And, my closet feels so good!!
That light gray sweater and the raspberry sweater look great on you, color-wise - seems like cooler, softer colors suit you :) Love the fit of the pink dress on you!
🎉 I frequently buy a style in several colors. Don't shy away from color!
Hi Dawn! Longtime follower, first time commenter!! The raspberry colored sweater is so flattering on you. That must be one of your colors. It brightens your whole face. I love that you are setting rules for clothes. I don’t like clothes shopping at all but have started doing that and it helps me make decisions and move on. Love watching your channel and Rusty Judgement.