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Really enjoyed this episode, have just recently discovered you all starting with Alyssa. Its been a surprise to me that I'm still so interested in fashion, I love listening to all of you and watching you choose outfits. I'm retired and live in a college town, in a state where fashion isn't the big thing it was where I grew up, NYC. Keep in mind who you are and what you're doing will change/evolve over time. I was a little girl in the 50's where you had to wear a dress or skirt to school, grabbed onto 60's British fashion in HS, hippie in college, moved to Colorado and wore a uniform to work and got my first hiking boots. Changed again during motherhood in the conservative, polyester South but held onto my jeans. Having to dress up more to teach college and now retired mostly wearing tees/sweaters/jeans/hiking boots and sandals but still love to "dress up" for local concerts etc. Learned my words are classic, minimal, comfort, neutral. What I play around with now are shoes and silver artisan or Native American jewelry. I'm excited that fashion is still exciting to me and you've given me back the joy of this kind of fashion.

kislux I love you so much and watching your videos makes my day brighter

Hi girls, hope you are doing well. I missed today's episode, just so you know ❤❤❤❤ greetings from Monterrey, México.

I say this as a joke because I did find this a thoughtful and enjoyable conversation. Watching three (I assume) influencers on a podcast talk about the inherent inauthentic nature of influencing even when your content is authenticity as a concept. That felt like watching 3 chatbots interact and run circles around the subject of artificial intelligence and feeling like I was going to witness the divine spark first hand.

I'm so glad you guys are creating such meaningful content and sharing it with us. And the comments under this episode - so much depth and wisdom that I feel is so scarce across social media these days. Thank you!

I hang my clothes in the bathroom the night before (including underwear, socks and footwear. 😊 no decision fatigue when it’s waiting for you.

Great conversation. Thanks!

I have the Jeffrey Campbell “screen window” flats and LOVE them! They were ~$70 on sale. They’ve lasted this S/S season and are going strong. I’m not ever spending hundreds on the ‘real’ thing for a trend idk will last.

Love that you covered tattoos, mine is defiantly an extension of my outfit (leaf's/ vines wrapped around my arm), I don't like needles but found it bearable, I have two now and I want to add a bracelet tattoo to my ankle just not 100% on how I want it to look. Mine have some meaning to me but there also just because I love the visual look of what I have. Alyssa sending hugs ref your tattoo thoughts, beautiful idea. Fab trend conversations, so true ref where you are vs the trend, it takes a good year for a 'trend' to catch on where I live. 🙂 It's defiantly personal and fits each person's style ascetic and what they like. There are some trend I just won't do, some I may have tried and some I've enjoyed in the past but don't feel there me now. We all change and evolve and that's ok... Crocks and Deck shoes I'm not a fan of.. but then I will wear chunky sandals, sneakers/ hi tops and dresses because that's me. The trend vs the dupe.. great reflective.

I've been wearing my Sperry tan leather boat shoes forever. Trend or not I love them! It helps I live near the ocean in Nova Scotia so they are practical and fit the nautical vibe too.

I’m wondering Alyssa you said a tattoo on your ring finger as a little reminder. Since you said that I was just curious if it was a reminder to try again or never do it again. What a fun video!❤

Understanding the dynamics of a multi generation audience has got to be the most challenging thing- I’m 52 and notice that in social media, generations have differing approaches- of course there are exceptions- and addressing the different approaches in a channel is too tricky. If anyone is being judgmental, cheeky, and insensitive to others’ experience and translations, I excuse myself from their negativity- I don’t have the heart or time for selfish BS like that. As you said, do your way and those who appreciate will follow. 💕you all are grounding in different ways and bring me back to my true self filtering the nuances of social media chatter.

I know this goes against your whole ethos of slow fashion but for me the mesh flat would be a total fast fashion purchase. A cheap $20 pair that would last a season, if you're lucky, just to dip a toe in the trend. I feel that mesh flats are not going to be around for very long. Celebrities & fashion girlies are rocking them but for the regular girl on the street working a 9-5 these are not a longevity piece. Another great episode ladies ❤

What Xtina was advising at 38" about including bold and clear colour by starting with T-shirts and basics is so wrong according to Amy Smilovic's advice that bold colours should be worn in icky, glossy or nubby materials. Regular T-shirts are not made of such materials. That means wearing a red cotton T-shirt will make you look soo basic.

Shoes….if I can’t walk then I can’t wear the look that demands a certain shoe to finish a look…..shoes. Definitely a style/look breaker.

So with you about Crocs out to dinner, Alyssa, definitely not for me!

I've always had trouble navigating Pinterest so I've pretty much defaulted to styling my clothes using my own creativity, rather than relying on external influence. I got my first tattoo last year, at the age of 66. Like Christina's, it also reflects my heritage.

Alyssa, I so felt you regarding the tattoo on your finger. It took me four years to come to terms with my marriage ending (it wasn't my decision). Give yourself time and be kind to yourself. You're still grieving 😔 ❤

@christinamychas what's the tailor that you recommend in the city? I live in your neighbourhood!

I STRONGLY recommend renting clothing for everyday use; especially if you work a job in which you wouldn’t wear the clothes on your off days or if your size tends to fluctuate! You can try new styles that intrigue you, you can experience designers that maybe you wouldn’t otherwise because the cost is outside of your budget/comfort zone, etc. You save on the cost to clean the clothes, I think it encourages body positivity and creativity through styling. And it’s sustainable. Best part - if you like the item you can purchase it for a discounted price. Win win!

I'm sort of envious of this current generation and the more real-life fashion inspo they have. The choice may be overwhelming, but I just turned 40 and have had to unlearn so many things about style. Finding your style is really seen as an "adult" problem, but weren't we all taking in some of these messages when we were kids? Remember when "Clueless" came out, and those messages of being a "clotheshorse" or a "style chameleon" were desirable. You didn't have to choose anything, more was more. And when you're 10, you're not thinking of the overconsumption, need for disposable income (is this going to put me into debt?) or practicality of that. I grew into a confused style adult, whose wardrobe didn't fit her new life of work and commuting, as well as always feeling like I didn't have enough. We also lived on magazines and only had celebrities to look to. But we now know that celebrities rarely dress themselves and don't own most of the clothes you see them in. When we choose to emulate them and purchase, we're making a decision and a commitment that they didn't even have to make themselves. What style lessons did you all have to unlearn?

Oh I can so relate to Signe says about pinned inspiration photos of outfits and mine are very repetitive, similar vein 😂 anytime I start to question what I love to wear or special pieces, I go back to those boards because they really are so in tune with my style and vibe preferences.

For me crocs and round birkins are a no. Also bows, frills and very feminine details . For the mesh ballet flats I bought the dupe and what I liked is that imediately gave my basics outfits a fresh air . Shoes are my go to when trying to looks at what I already have e with renovated eyes ❤ great episode girls

Yes!! Love to sew also! Mending, hemming, darts, some smaller repairs and refits! Not to change a complete size or dress to top & skirt though. Alyssa, I also don’t look to influencers.. except the 3 of you and your guests! Seriously!!! Thanks for diving in today! A new way of looking at tattoos Etc!! No, do not have any.. it overwhelms me.

As a fellow U2 devotee, I'm so curious to know which lyric Christina has tattooed?!? :)

Watching videos of people filming as they just walk around places like Tokyo, Stockholm, New York, etc., has been incredibly inspiring. Just seeing what people actually wear out in the wild vs hyper curated looks from social media. Tokyo is my favorite. A lot of the people just have this effortless, sporty, cool vibe that resonates 😊

My sewing machine is over 20 years old .. and it's still my favorite possession! I love sewing and I make my own shirts and pants .. 🎉

my sewing machine is my favorite possession. I am not a great sewer, but I do it anyway. I love that Signe brought this up.

Loved this episode!

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tattoo regret, is it common? Curious how many people feel the need to cover up or eliminate tattoos that no longer reflect their identity or personal style? Thanks for another great episode! 😊

I agree Christina, the tibi style principles had a huge impact on my style philosophy as well. It really gave me a lot of critical thinking tools I never had before. It taught me how to diagnose the “problem” with an outfit and make it feel more me. And it taught me about color math. Total game changers. :))) Do you have the Creative Pragmatist book by any chance? I was curious about it.

I am like Signe - I don't know how people can feel their clothes fit without a sewing machine - being petite, I constantly have to alter the length of things. I also like Christina's suggestion to make a garment into something else - I had a dress i never wore because it had spaghetti straps and I converted it into a skirt this year and I have been loving wearing the skirt this summer.

Why aren't there any silver/grey headed models in the slow fashion feeds? The ones I see are always concerned that they are dressed appropriately for their age. That seems limiting. I didn't get my tattoo until I was 70. It had to have an enduring meaning for me.

I wouldn’t wear crocs even for gardening 😂

Always smile listening to your intro☺️

I saw a women make quilts into hoodies!! I want one.

When you are creative and make your own outfit ❤❤❤❤

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Great topic, love the unpicking on this, I can totally relate to Christina's reflections like the back to school shopping, I always struggle in March and September. (Back to school & new season plus March my birthday month and another season change. Plus Christmas as I'm spending more time surrounded by consumption. I want to be more minimal as I know it's better for my health, mind ect, but I'm a recovering shopaholic and I live with others who have a lot of stuff and I still have urges to consume, so I'm never going to be a complete minimalist. I think the term underconsumption works well. If it's taken with all the right thought process in mind (not just a trend) underconsuming for the environment, for your health, to ensure no debt, because your mindful of why etc I feel balance and been more mindful about what I am brining into my life is a better way forward to me. I do find the minimalists inspiring (as I do all of you), it helps keep me in check and reminds me to stop and think. I'm comfortable with that.

Recovered shopaholic here 🙋‍♀️ and I just want to thank you for all that you do. I've recently discovered that what I needed was not more clothes but better tools to take care of them. So we actually splurged on making the laudry room in our house really nice (so you can air dry things without getting spiders or odors in them and don't freeze while doing it) and I'm getting a steamer and lint remover for my bday. I don't have super nice clothes but I don't see the point in upgradibg until I've learned how to take care of them. Having grown up on fast fashion and trend chasing, this is new territory for me. And so much fun, really!

I won't buy anything with sequins --too fussy and often uncomfortable.

HEY kislux !! I have been watching you for years and im so proud of where you have made it! I love you so much! Also thanks for making my day <3

Minimalism and 'underconsumption' remind me of 20 years ago when the alternative health care response to certain health issues was to 'cleanse.' It can be useful in the short-term. Clear stuff out, hit the re-set button, simplify your focus. But for me over time, constantly considering what NOT to have/use/consume actually leads to depletion; and in the North American puritanical culture can play out as self-punishment. Asking 'what am I nourishing myself with'--whether that is food, clothing, items in my home, or the company I keep--has been more useful to me as a long-term strategy. It helps me focus on Living.

The notion of wiping out certain fabrics completely is not practical. Nylon will always be part of workout wear because it's stretchy and dries quickly. Removing polyester from fabrics means you give up on details like pleating in skirts (the alternative is that you use chemicals to treat natural fabrics to hold pleating), and that you're always a bit wrinkled. This is where we have to turn to construction and quality...you can tell when a polyester skirt is going to see you through many years and when it's going to snag and be in the trash by next season.

I am Gen X. I never have bought a lot of clothes, but there have been a few times in my life that my needs changed and I bought quite a bit and decluttered quite a bit because I was in a transition. I just wanted to say that - I think mostly buying a few things but there may be times in life when you shift.

I believe as with everything, it depends on what type of person one is. If you truly care about the planet, what you use, what fabrics feel comfy, what you actually use - simply if you pay attention and think about a bigger picture, or if you simply follows trends mindlessly. I think it's good underconsumption is a thing, but the problem is if it's going to leave any lasting trace or impact.

I used to watch the RUclips creator 'A Simple Chic Life' - until I realised the whole channel was oscillating wildly between decluttering stuff and hauls.

Local Slow Fashion brands are great, but oftentimes the cuts and styles are very weird. It’s like they maybe try a little too hard to not only be sustainable, but also be the next big avantgarde thing. I hardly found anything really wearable, at least not in my country. Then the prices - I hate to say it because I wholeheartedly understand that local sustainable brands need to have higher prices - but I can’t afford it and I’m financially stable. I really prefer buying high quality pieces second hand over supporting ANYTHING new that’s been thrown into a world that’s already drowning in stuff.

I know I'm going back to an old show here, but I was listening to older shows that I missed in real time, and I was remembering my fraught and failed relationship with bomber jackets several years ago. They were so trendy and EVERYWHERE. I am pear-shaped and have a longer torso, so, they always hit me in the absolute worst place. Just jacket ends and pants start. And I would have amnesia every single time until I made several mistakes and finally got smarter about it.