I regret buying clothes with logos, clothes that don’t fit perfectly (aside from hemming trousers), and those dry cleaning only. Spending more for elevated basics you love is so worth it. If I can’t picture wearing something on repeat, it’s a no.
I luv my seamstress! Unless it's a custom couture piece, even high-end ready to wear needs to be tailored. Tailoring a piece to my body has me reaching for it more often, lowering the cost per wear😊
This was a very useful video. I sometimes regret purchasing clothes for my fantasy self. I am two years retired, but I still love to buy classic blazers and wool trousers for the autumn winter season even though it is only 4 months here in Scottsdale, AZ. I do give the clothes that I regret purchasing to my adult daughter who happens to like my taste of clothing and wears the same size.
I agree with your points, Eileen. I used to think I "needed" a new outfit for every occasion. I pared down my closet and, like you, went through the uncomfortable process of getting rid of perfectly good clothes that I bought for the wrong reasons. And life changes! I'm now semi-retired and don't need all the nice shoes etc., so again I'm revisiting what clothes best suit my new life.
I also love neutrals and feel most comfortable in them and have a few times guilt-bought colours that are not for me because people said I wear too much black. Those things don’t get worn!
Same with me . I agree with you 💯. I buy $4 cotton T-shirt from Walmart cuz I'm in the hair industry and it gets ruined frequently. So I don't feel bad about throwing it away if it is damaged or recycling it
I have the black Balmain shirt. My only designer logo piece actually. It got holes in it as well after a hand wash😮 Thought mine was defective it apparently it’s the bad quality. Even low cost brands with so called fast fashion don’t deteriorate as fast. I have items that have lasted me for years. I was so disappointed in that. No designer clothing for me anymore.
All these are good points but also really hard for myself when I was younger, simply because I was still trying to feel confident about my body and figure out my go-to styles. That is to say, all those I bought but ended up returning/donating/ selling were necessary expenses and experience for me to achieve these ultimate wardrobe goals 🥲
I regret buying clothes with logos, clothes that don’t fit perfectly (aside from hemming trousers), and those dry cleaning only. Spending more for elevated basics you love is so worth it. If I can’t picture wearing something on repeat, it’s a no.
I luv my seamstress! Unless it's a custom couture piece, even high-end ready to wear needs to be tailored. Tailoring a piece to my body has me reaching for it more often, lowering the cost per wear😊
This was a very useful video. I sometimes regret purchasing clothes for my fantasy self. I am two years retired, but I still love to buy classic blazers and wool trousers for the autumn winter season even though it is only 4 months here in Scottsdale, AZ. I do give the clothes that I regret purchasing to my adult daughter who happens to like my taste of clothing and wears the same size.
I agree with your points, Eileen. I used to think I "needed" a new outfit for every occasion. I pared down my closet and, like you, went through the uncomfortable process of getting rid of perfectly good clothes that I bought for the wrong reasons.
And life changes! I'm now semi-retired and don't need all the nice shoes etc., so again I'm revisiting what clothes best suit my new life.
Great video. I love your content. Would you consider making a video about quality basics to start a wardrobe?
I also love neutrals and feel most comfortable in them and have a few times guilt-bought colours that are not for me because people said I wear too much black. Those things don’t get worn!
Same with me . I agree with you 💯. I buy $4 cotton T-shirt from Walmart cuz I'm in the hair industry and it gets ruined frequently. So I don't feel bad about throwing it away if it is damaged or recycling it
Thanks for sharing your thoughts ❤
I have the black Balmain shirt. My only designer logo piece actually. It got holes in it as well after a hand wash😮 Thought mine was defective it apparently it’s the bad quality. Even low cost brands with so called fast fashion don’t deteriorate as fast. I have items that have lasted me for years. I was so disappointed in that. No designer clothing for me anymore.
Never was a fan of the Balmain shirts
Hello!😊
All these are good points but also really hard for myself when I was younger, simply because I was still trying to feel confident about my body and figure out my go-to styles. That is to say, all those I bought but ended up returning/donating/ selling were necessary expenses and experience for me to achieve these ultimate wardrobe goals 🥲