When building my wardrobe from scratch I learned to stick to certain coordinating colors & buy shoes & accessories that will match within that color scheme! As these items are worn, some will need to be replaced sooner than others, but when I do replace them, I have a Rule that I will either donate or drop off at my Resale Boutique, at least two pieces for the one I purchase! This helps me to slowly continue to downsize, as well as, allow me to purchase better quality, more updated & better fitting Items, that suit my Lifestyle, at the time! I'm 72 & this system has worked for me for years & years!
When buying Handbags, I learned to check that certain things that I carry in my Handbags actually fit in my New Purchase! A few years ago I purchased a Clutch to use for Evening, especially when we travel! It was Small, didn't weigh alot & was a Simple Elegant Style, I knew I wouldn't need a bag that could carry Everything I usually carry, but I needed one that could carry my Hotel Key, Credit Card Holder, Lipstick Compact Mirror & my Cell Phone! All flat items & not Bulky, Right? One BIG Problem, I didn't realize until we're ready to go downstairs to the Hotel Dining Room that my PHONE would not fit!! It's little things like that, that taught me to Consider each purchase better! Just as you would check to see if a Garment Fit, you need to check if your purchase will fit your needs! I Love Your Channel, Eileen! I look forward to each one! You discuss things in a Practical way & makes sense & causes one to think about the way they are doing things as well! You're so "Relatable"! 🥰🇺🇸
I feel you! The first rule- my phone has to fit 😁 thank you so much for your support! I really put my heart and soul in my videos, so it means a lot that people enjoy them xx
I'm loving your minimalism wardrobe/collection videos, it's really refreshing! Ever since I switched careers & have to wear a uniform basically.. I noticed more often than not I usually walk away from an item even though I really like it. After, if I think about it long enough (at least a month) and can't get it off my mind then that is only when I will actually go ahead and purchase. I think that helps me a lot with buyers remorse! Also when shopping online, I like to put stuff in "loves/favorites/save for later/etc" and then revisiting them another time and see if I still like them enough to pull the trigger.
For me, it helps to ask myself “what will happen to this item in 6 months time”? “Will the wear and tear bothers me so much I will need to get rid of it in 6 months”? “Will this item make my outfit look so incongruous that I want to get rid of it next year”? “Will it be junk in 6 months time”? I feel that if we don’t have a myopic view of every of our purchase, we will really resolve a lot of our impulsive and mindless spendings.❤
Thank youuu! I always like how your hair looks, do you die hair or use any products? I'd love to watch your video all about hair, hair accessories and all related to that. All of your videos are wonderful, and you are very charismatic, stylish, I love your style🌟
I agreed. I do all that when I decided to make a purchase always look how to care for the items and if I have something similar already. To save myself having to spend money. I always try to find ways to mix and match.
I too bought an expensive bag in a color I don't normally wear and now it's just sitting in my closet. 😭 Thank you for reminding us to think before we buy!
@@ColourfulNoir thank YOU! This is always a good place to come for thoughtful content and it helps keep my own desire to own beautiful things at a more reasonable level 😃
I found your wonderful channel awhile back when I became genuinely tired of the superfluous unboxing channels. I love quality but I no longer need excessive quantity. Thanks for the olive oil tip. Hell to the no on re labelled tshirts. As my grandma said. Labels are to be worn, for the most part, on the inside of your clothing. Agreed re costume jewellery.
❤ Such great timing to your words. I had such a productive conversation with my husband today as we need to create a more functional home. He decided he doesn’t want to keep our television and I am so happy. I never turn it on and only watch things on my tablet. The same is true for other areas of our tiny home. We are going to clear out a utility closet and make way for a plan to create a laundry area and eventually remodel our closet so we can both share it. All of these things will help in our minimalist journey as a family. Also, I will be able to see a lot of my clothing/shoes/bags if they are displayed well in the closet. Our current closet inserts just aren’t working well. It’s like living in a space but not feeling like it’s quite home yet. 😊❤🧣🧥🥿🧢.
That’s so refreshing to hear! I talked to my husband about removing the TV in the living at one point but we decided to keep it because I’ve started doing yoga and it’s helpful to have a bigger screen than my phone 😊
@@ColourfulNoir 🤔 Hmmm…he used the tv for his yoga, I will remind him and see what he thinks because I know he uses his laptop too. Especially when he’s outside on the patio 🧘♀️
Great video, Eileen. Agree with all your tips ! I am most concerned where, when and how often will I wear an item. Sometimes I have left tags on for months. When I realize I will not need the item, I go get my refund !!
We usually never wear shoes in the house 😇 I did wear shoes in this video because we were due to change the carpet to laminate the next day 🙈 My plan is to use a rug when filming outfit videos in the future, but I also routinely wipe my shoes before storing xx
I wash my Hermes scarves by hand with mild shampoo an lukewarm water, one minute. Then I rinse it in the bath and roll it in a clean towel very tight to temove extra water. I hang it to dry and iron when it is a bit humid. Eccessive dry cleaning damages clothes, try to air them outside first.
When building my wardrobe from scratch I learned to stick to certain coordinating colors & buy shoes & accessories that will match within that color scheme! As these items are worn, some will need to be replaced sooner than others, but when I do replace them, I have a Rule that I will either donate or drop off at my Resale Boutique, at least two pieces for the one I purchase! This helps me to slowly continue to downsize, as well as, allow me to purchase better quality, more updated & better fitting Items, that suit my Lifestyle, at the time! I'm 72 & this system has worked for me for years & years!
Thank you so much for sharing these fantastic tips xx
When buying Handbags, I learned to check that certain things that I carry in my Handbags actually fit in my New Purchase! A few years ago I purchased a Clutch to use for Evening, especially when we travel! It was Small, didn't weigh alot & was a Simple Elegant Style, I knew I wouldn't need a bag that could carry Everything I usually carry, but I needed one that could carry my Hotel Key, Credit Card Holder, Lipstick Compact Mirror & my Cell Phone! All flat items & not Bulky, Right? One BIG Problem, I didn't realize until we're ready to go downstairs to the Hotel Dining Room that my PHONE would not fit!! It's little things like that, that taught me to Consider each purchase better!
Just as you would check to see if a Garment Fit, you need to check if your purchase will fit your needs!
I Love Your Channel, Eileen! I look forward to each one! You discuss things in a Practical way & makes sense & causes one to think about the way they are doing things as well! You're so "Relatable"! 🥰🇺🇸
I feel you! The first rule- my phone has to fit 😁 thank you so much for your support! I really put my heart and soul in my videos, so it means a lot that people enjoy them xx
I'm loving your minimalism wardrobe/collection videos, it's really refreshing! Ever since I switched careers & have to wear a uniform basically.. I noticed more often than not I usually walk away from an item even though I really like it. After, if I think about it long enough (at least a month) and can't get it off my mind then that is only when I will actually go ahead and purchase. I think that helps me a lot with buyers remorse! Also when shopping online, I like to put stuff in "loves/favorites/save for later/etc" and then revisiting them another time and see if I still like them enough to pull the trigger.
Waiting on it is certainly a good policy when tackling impulse purchase cx
For me, it helps to ask myself “what will happen to this item in 6 months time”? “Will the wear and tear bothers me so much I will need to get rid of it in 6 months”? “Will this item make my outfit look so incongruous that I want to get rid of it next year”? “Will it be junk in 6 months time”? I feel that if we don’t have a myopic view of every of our purchase, we will really resolve a lot of our impulsive and mindless spendings.❤
That’s so relatable! A lot of times we get so excited about buying something new but 2 months on, the item just becomes another piece of clutter xx
I wished I had known this 10yrs ago but better late than never! Thanks Eileen 🥰.
Me too, Gina 😊 Well at least we know better now xx
I love the way you recreated Selena Gomez’s outfit 😍👍🏽 This is a great way to shop your own closet and use what you already have.
Thank you! Glad you liked the outfit xx
I liked this too, good idea
Woman, you are my guru!!!. Love from Costa Rica ❤❤
Wow, thank you! xx
Great tips, yes I like less clutter. I decluttered my fragrance collection not long ago. Now I am heading into my home items. Nice video.
Such great advice especially buying something JUST because it is on sale. ❤
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These are great tips! I even wrote them down to keep in mind for future purchases. Thank you!
Thank you xx
Your wisdom and quotes are the best and you would do so well on a podcast! But videos are so good either way! Love all your vids 😊💕
Aww thank you xx
You’ve really helped me have a different perspective on minimalism!! I love your tips🤍
Irene you are terrific! You make such good sense! I really appreciate the thought you put in your videos! ❤
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This was a great video! I’m reorganizing my closet currently so very timely. I really enjoy your topics.
Hey Lisa, I’m so glad you liked the video xx
Thank youuu! I always like how your hair looks, do you die hair or use any products? I'd love to watch your video all about hair, hair accessories and all related to that. All of your videos are wonderful, and you are very charismatic, stylish, I love your style🌟
I love the Beauty of Function products for my hair, especially the leave-in serum xx
I agreed. I do all that when I decided to make a purchase always look how to care for the items and if I have something similar already. To save myself having to spend money. I always try to find ways to mix and match.
I too bought an expensive bag in a color I don't normally wear and now it's just sitting in my closet. 😭 Thank you for reminding us to think before we buy!
Thanks for sharing! What colour is the bag just out of interest xx
@@ColourfulNoir It's a super cute hot pink by Alexander McQueen. I'll keep it but will use for special occasions. I do love it, just don't wear it. :(
Excellent tips for mindful shopping! Thank you!
Thank you so much, Farah xx
You should do more "recreating" styles video. That gives us great ideas and inspiration of how we can use our existing wardrobe.👍
Will do! Thank you for the suggestion xx
Excellent tips! Thank you!
Thanks Steven 😊
Just came across your videos and love them! ❤ would you be able to do a video what you eat in a day or what you do to stay slim?
Thank you so much! That’s a good video suggestion, I’ll note it down xx
Good, practical thoughts as always!
Thank you so much Jenifer xx
@@ColourfulNoir thank YOU! This is always a good place to come for thoughtful content and it helps keep my own desire to own beautiful things at a more reasonable level 😃
Would you consider doing a what’s in my birkin bag video? Or a what’s on my bag video in general?
Loved blooper footage ❤
Thank you 😄
I found your wonderful channel awhile back when I became genuinely tired of the superfluous unboxing channels. I love quality but I no longer need excessive quantity.
Thanks for the olive oil tip. Hell to the no on re labelled tshirts. As my grandma said. Labels are to be worn, for the most part, on the inside of your clothing.
Agreed re costume jewellery.
❤ Such great timing to your words. I had such a productive conversation with my husband today as we need to create a more functional home. He decided he doesn’t want to keep our television and I am so happy. I never turn it on and only watch things on my tablet. The same is true for other areas of our tiny home. We are going to clear out a utility closet and make way for a plan to create a laundry area and eventually remodel our closet so we can both share it. All of these things will help in our minimalist journey as a family. Also, I will be able to see a lot of my clothing/shoes/bags if they are displayed well in the closet. Our current closet inserts just aren’t working well. It’s like living in a space but not feeling like it’s quite home yet. 😊❤🧣🧥🥿🧢.
That’s so refreshing to hear! I talked to my husband about removing the TV in the living at one point but we decided to keep it because I’ve started doing yoga and it’s helpful to have a bigger screen than my phone 😊
@@ColourfulNoir 🤔 Hmmm…he used the tv for his yoga, I will remind him and see what he thinks because I know he uses his laptop too. Especially when he’s outside on the patio 🧘♀️
Great video, Eileen. Agree with all your tips !
I am most concerned where, when and how often will I wear an item.
Sometimes I have left tags on for months. When I realize I will not need the item, I go get my refund !!
I used to find it to contain my excitement when buying something new, which then resulted in me ripping off any price tags too quickly 🙈
Love this video!❤
Thank you xx
How do you clean your shoes? I dont like bringing in shoes in the house specially in the carperted area
We usually never wear shoes in the house 😇 I did wear shoes in this video because we were due to change the carpet to laminate the next day 🙈 My plan is to use a rug when filming outfit videos in the future, but I also routinely wipe my shoes before storing xx
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Could you please give the advice how to take care of cashmere clothes ♥️👩🦰♥️
These can ba washed in the washing machine, wool program . Or by hand.
I wash my Hermes scarves by hand with mild shampoo an lukewarm water, one minute. Then I rinse it in the bath and roll it in a clean towel very tight to temove extra water. I hang it to dry and iron when it is a bit humid. Eccessive dry cleaning damages clothes, try to air them outside first.
@@vannaeldwijk7075 Thank you very much. I was afraid to wash it and used dry cleaning.😘😘😘
I usually prefer hand wash, but I send the hermes scarves for dry clean xx
@@ColourfulNoir Thank you 🙏🏻