I tried to be a minimalist for two years, had no-shopping year, downsized my wardrobe to basics but finally realised it wasn't me. Ive been creative with my outfits from early childhood , it was the way I express myself, communicate with this world. So now I have quite a big but curated wardrobe. Love from Russia ❤
“Be careful in dealing in absolutes”. That statement, IMO, sums it all up perfectly. Life is organic. It moves and meanders down paths we cannot foresee. The only dependable factor is change. Our lives, our needs, our bodies, our motivations all change with time. I went through the process of decimating my wardrobe down to what I considered The Basics and I am exceedingly grateful that I did that. I learned invaluable lessons about what I *actually* like and need out of my wardrobe. I learned about how susceptible I am to admiring a piece and experiencing that tremendous pull to own said piece to only get it home and discover it does not work for me. I learned discipline in making conscientious purchase decisions, which helped me tremendously in creating the look I wanted. Like an artist being disciplined in the lines, textures, and colours they choose to communicate what they want to express. I went through countless cycles of being inspired and excited and being uninspired and dissatisfied with my wardrobe to know that my decision to add to my wardrobe has to be about more than simply how I feel. But also, to honour that need for something new simply because I want some excitement to spark new creativity and satisfaction when it is persistent. I recently added, what is now for me relatively speaking, a lot of new items. But I did spend a lot of time considering those items. My style is set at it’s core. The process of distilling all the various factors (my body type, my lifestyle, my personality, etc.) has been done. But that doesn’t mean I’m fossilized in time. My personal style will continue to evolve and become more refined as I age. My needs and desires will continue to shift and change in subtle ways. I’m not going to deny myself a creative outlet simply so I can say I have a “minimalist and sustainable” wardrobe. My clothing is not simply utilitarian. I am more than a body that needs to be covered by material. The photography in this video is simply stunning. It’s exciting as a viewer to experience your creativity in this new iteration of your content. I love the connection between personal expression of creativity through clothing and the exploration of the beauty in the natural world around us. It’s inspiring and elevates the very concept of your channel in a quiet yet powerful way.
I think it’s really amazing to see how your style and thoughts have evolved over the years. I saw how it reflected your lifestyle for each particular phase and your goals. One can still be on a minimalist mindset and have one specific area of their possessions that they love and have expanded. It’s when you notice you are not receiving value from certain items is when it’s a time to declutter. 💛
We appreciate you sharing your evolution and not continuing down a path that isn't working for you. I've always enjoyed your content because you seem to have similar values to me and live in accordance with them, not because you had a particular type of wardrobe. Your insights are helpful and applicable whether we own 15 clothing items or 150. Personally, I find any strict, self-imposed rules pretty psychologically detrimental in most areas of life. I'm a perfectionist and diagnosed with OCD, and noticed that trying to be a strict minimalist was just another manifestation of my anxiety. Ironically, I spent far more time, energy, and sometimes money trying to curate the "perfect" minimalist wardrobe than if I'd never limited myself. Only allowing myself a certain number of items meant those items had to be "perfect," and this search generated so much unnecessary stress. I still shop very mindfully and don't like excess, but have accepted it's okay to not limit yourself to the bare minimum either.
I like that you’re keeping imperfect things regardless of wardrobe item number and using them up/still playing with them. Sustainability. Minimizing waste. If it’s in your closet and being used. That’s not a bad thing vs the hyper curated perfect wardrobe that doesn’t exist unless you never ever change.
I know I have too many items in my wardrobe but I too am going to sit on it and give myself some time. Remove some items out of sight. Play around with things before I decide. I like the concept of storage for awhile verses donate as soon as your feeling overwhelmed. For me I feel overwhelmed so easily so I would purge my everything (which I’ve done in the past, and personally was not helpful for me) ❤
Finally ! Thank you ! . I followed you for your wonderful style choices not for the minimalist wardrobe nonsense. People have different needs and wants and as long as they WEAR and ENJOY what they have , wardrobe item count is meaningless. What is minimal amount of clothes for one lifestyle is too many for another. Happy for you :)
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I love that you have no idea of how many items of clothing you have right now!!! Not at all in a judgey way. It's just that I've been following you for a while and that just seems like a pretty cool place for you to be right now. It's a journey, right? And..."No matter where you go, there you are" 💕
I love how artistic you are. It's very enjoyable to watch your videos. Calming and aesthetically pleasing. It's important to embrace change. We all grow and have different seasons in our lives. Keep shining and God bless you ❤
I’d like to see your whole wardrobe now. You are so good at creating a curated wardrobe and I’d love to see what your curated wardrobe looks like with more options.
Love that color for you & yes it’s exciting not to be so restrictive in your wardrobe. Enjoy your new items - you always look so good in how you style them. ❤
Love all your content over the years. The magic is you, the topic is irrelevant! At the beginning of 2020 I went through a huuuge wardrobe clear out and wow! So many things that were uncomfortable, chaotic patterns that didn’tlook nice with anything else, things that didn’t really flatter me or that I had outgrown (had been very skinny and was getting towards a more healthy weight). It helped me focus my style and create a visually beautiful closet /jewelry area that feels like an artists palette that allows me to create endless variations using the beautiful garments and accessories. It never became a tiny wardrobe, as I found out my favorite and best pieces were many!…and your content from back then was incredibly helpful even though I was not moving towards a tiny wardrobe. Xxo
I'm conscious of having a very minimalist lifestyle at the moment because a) I'll have to move at least twice in the next 2-3 years and I want it to be as painless as possible, b) my current space is only moderately larger than a postage stamp with very little storage and c) I'm studying and working a lot of jobs so I need time and breathing space, not clutter. Also, d) cost of living crisis, I got to pay rent before I buy trinkets haha. But I can't wait to one day have my own space where I can make a little nest and collect house plants and indulge my wardrobe. Life shifts and I guess the best attitude is to evolve with what we need and can manage for that situation.
I love this new era for you. Not restrictive, no counting to keep track of the “perfect number” of items. I think our paths have been similar, and that’s why I understand this so deeply. To new beginning! 🎉❤
I agree with so much in this video -- especially letting go of perfectionism. I will never have the 'perfect' wardrobe simply because I enjoy being out in the world and absorbing influences. If you're someone whose wardrobe isn't that important to you, a wardrobe of functional basics may be all you ever want, and that's awesome. But for me, aesthetics are a joy in life and I enjoy following whatever speaks to me. So I am just trying to tweak/evolve my wardrobe by favoring pre-loved items, to avoid too much wastefulness. I look forward to your whole-wardrobe review whenever you feel ready for it!!!
I enjoyed this video very very much, so thoughtful and honest. My wardrobe has improved since learning from you - although strictly speaking, in my campervan I don't have a wardrobe, sigh...but packing cubes have helped a lot. Still searching for a couple of items, but at least now I have a clear idea of my needs. So thank you😘
Thank you for sharing your journey with us and for your transparency and honestly about the evolution of your wardrobe, it’s very refreshing. Our personal styles should change along with our passions, our priorities, our occupations. I know mine has in the last several years, due to a shift in work and frankly from watching content creators like you. I’ve grown a little side hustle reselling preloved and vintage clothes in the last few years, and this has helped me be far more creative in my own style, as the business allows me to buy one-offfs at a very low cost that I can then resell or keep. Your content has been key in helping me carve out a unique style. 😊 So thank you! Two more things: 1) I agree that purple top is stunning on you, how fantastic to see you in a bold bright colour. 2) You are absolutely correct about the wear and tear on a small wardrobe. Even high quality items will fade, pill or lose their shape when worn repeatedly, and that in itself takes time (more handwashing, depilling, dry cleaning, etc). I stick to well-made, which honestly you can find even in some fast fashion pieces (which I buy preloved or thrifted), low-maintenance natural fibres and that does play a role the longevity of the items.
Fashion/makeup/nails etc are definitely the part of my life that is maximalist. I'm minimal about skincare (I'll buy all my sunscreens in bulk because I go through them but I don't have five moisturizers open at the same time) and body/hair, but the color part of expression is integral to me! I tried to go minimalist and could not, I felt boring and empty, not only because I was missing colors I'd love to have pops of because I focused on a small set of shades that I enjoyed most often. Wardrobe minimalism just isn't for me. Secondhand shopping, mending, dyeing, and sharing clothes with friends and family has reduced my footprint as a maximalist. :)
Is your blue turtleneck from Scanlan & Theodore? They have a nice range of babywool basics in several colours. I have their turtleneck in slate, a mid-dark blue grey. Before discovering this range I didn't feel I could tolerate wool touching my extremely sensitive skin but these are soft.
was fashion week the catalyst for your 'recent' (seemingly, I don't see behind-the-scenes!) changes? I feel like I really noticed a changeover then. this is just a question, no shade.
If you are comfortable with showing off 40 items wardrobe then be comfortable showing off 70 items wardrobe. The truth is that in the past, the wardrobe number was the defining element of your channel. Now that you have developed an optional mindset in regard to clothing, it is beneficial to your viewers to see a 'no guilt' wardrobe. Minimalism ( wardrobe & interior design) is slowly fading out because for long term living it really is restrictive and boring.
I would question the idea that wearing something more frequently wears it out faster. For delicate fabrics yeah of course, but more durable things like thick cotton....not so much. All comes down to the fabric of choice and what it is worn for rather than just the quality of the item so to speak.
Who agrees that whenever Patricia post's a video it's makes are day better and better💫💓🙂
Oh thank you! I can only hope that my videos improve people's days! ♥️🥰
@@patriciamycyk yes ofcourse!❤️
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Mansoor is like a one-person cheer squad, always with positivity and well wishes!
I tried to be a minimalist for two years, had no-shopping year, downsized my wardrobe to basics but finally realised it wasn't me. Ive been creative with my outfits from early childhood , it was the way I express myself, communicate with this world. So now I have quite a big but curated wardrobe.
Love from Russia ❤
I’m loving the addition of color! The top + hair is a stunning combo!
Oh thank you! 💙💙💙
~complimentary colors~
“Be careful in dealing in absolutes”. That statement, IMO, sums it all up perfectly. Life is organic. It moves and meanders down paths we cannot foresee. The only dependable factor is change. Our lives, our needs, our bodies, our motivations all change with time. I went through the process of decimating my wardrobe down to what I considered The Basics and I am exceedingly grateful that I did that. I learned invaluable lessons about what I *actually* like and need out of my wardrobe. I learned about how susceptible I am to admiring a piece and experiencing that tremendous pull to own said piece to only get it home and discover it does not work for me. I learned discipline in making conscientious purchase decisions, which helped me tremendously in creating the look I wanted. Like an artist being disciplined in the lines, textures, and colours they choose to communicate what they want to express. I went through countless cycles of being inspired and excited and being uninspired and dissatisfied with my wardrobe to know that my decision to add to my wardrobe has to be about more than simply how I feel. But also, to honour that need for something new simply because I want some excitement to spark new creativity and satisfaction when it is persistent. I recently added, what is now for me relatively speaking, a lot of new items. But I did spend a lot of time considering those items. My style is set at it’s core. The process of distilling all the various factors (my body type, my lifestyle, my personality, etc.) has been done. But that doesn’t mean I’m fossilized in time. My personal style will continue to evolve and become more refined as I age. My needs and desires will continue to shift and change in subtle ways. I’m not going to deny myself a creative outlet simply so I can say I have a “minimalist and sustainable” wardrobe. My clothing is not simply utilitarian. I am more than a body that needs to be covered by material. The photography in this video is simply stunning. It’s exciting as a viewer to experience your creativity in this new iteration of your content. I love the connection between personal expression of creativity through clothing and the exploration of the beauty in the natural world around us. It’s inspiring and elevates the very concept of your channel in a quiet yet powerful way.
Couldn't have said it better myself! ❤
Beautifully said!
@@amyhoover9 💕 ty
@@kwit7377 💕
What a wonderful way you have with words!
I think it’s really amazing to see how your style and thoughts have evolved over the years. I saw how it reflected your lifestyle for each particular phase and your goals. One can still be on a minimalist mindset and have one specific area of their possessions that they love and have expanded. It’s when you notice you are not receiving value from certain items is when it’s a time to declutter. 💛
We appreciate you sharing your evolution and not continuing down a path that isn't working for you. I've always enjoyed your content because you seem to have similar values to me and live in accordance with them, not because you had a particular type of wardrobe. Your insights are helpful and applicable whether we own 15 clothing items or 150.
Personally, I find any strict, self-imposed rules pretty psychologically detrimental in most areas of life. I'm a perfectionist and diagnosed with OCD, and noticed that trying to be a strict minimalist was just another manifestation of my anxiety. Ironically, I spent far more time, energy, and sometimes money trying to curate the "perfect" minimalist wardrobe than if I'd never limited myself. Only allowing myself a certain number of items meant those items had to be "perfect," and this search generated so much unnecessary stress. I still shop very mindfully and don't like excess, but have accepted it's okay to not limit yourself to the bare minimum either.
I like that you’re keeping imperfect things regardless of wardrobe item number and using them up/still playing with them. Sustainability. Minimizing waste. If it’s in your closet and being used. That’s not a bad thing vs the hyper curated perfect wardrobe that doesn’t exist unless you never ever change.
That blue turtleneck is stunning on you.
Oh thank you! 💙
@@patriciamycyk I agree can I ask where it is from? 😍
That purple sweater looks great on you, Patricia!
I know I have too many items in my wardrobe but I too am going to sit on it and give myself some time. Remove some items out of sight. Play around with things before I decide. I like the concept of storage for awhile verses donate as soon as your feeling overwhelmed. For me I feel overwhelmed so easily so I would purge my everything (which I’ve done in the past, and personally was not helpful for me) ❤
Finally ! Thank you ! . I followed you for your wonderful style choices not for the minimalist wardrobe nonsense. People have different needs and wants and as long as they WEAR and ENJOY what they have , wardrobe item count is meaningless. What is minimal amount of clothes for one lifestyle is too many for another. Happy for you :)
You could do videos based on categories instead of all at once. Pants, skirts, certain tops, shoes, etc. Your ideas are so helpful, Patricia.
That blue top really makes your eye color pop! GREAT color on you! 💙
Thank you! 💙
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I wanted to do it, after hitting the Start button nothing happens.
I love that you have no idea of how many items of clothing you have right now!!! Not at all in a judgey way. It's just that I've been following you for a while and that just seems like a pretty cool place for you to be right now. It's a journey, right? And..."No matter where you go, there you are" 💕
oh my gosh the purple sweater on you deserves big hype 😍😍🥰🥰
I love how artistic you are. It's very enjoyable to watch your videos. Calming and aesthetically pleasing.
It's important to embrace change. We all grow and have different seasons in our lives. Keep shining and God bless you ❤
Thank you so much! I'm happy you find value in my work. ♥️
it seems that other minimalists have been breaking their boundaries. there are different seasons of life & the exploration to find balance. ♥️
I’d like to see your whole wardrobe now. You are so good at creating a curated wardrobe and I’d love to see what your curated wardrobe looks like with more options.
with having the seasons there you do need more items because of it.yes,may we all ditch perfectionism .goooo queen💛
I continue to love your videos year after year.
Love that color for you & yes it’s exciting not to be so restrictive in your wardrobe. Enjoy your new items - you always look so good in how you style them. ❤
Love all your content over the years. The magic is you, the topic is irrelevant!
At the beginning of 2020 I went through a huuuge wardrobe clear out and wow!
So many things that were uncomfortable, chaotic patterns that didn’tlook nice with anything else, things that didn’t really flatter me or that I had outgrown (had been very skinny and was getting towards a more healthy weight). It helped me focus my style and create a visually beautiful closet /jewelry area that feels like an artists palette that allows me to create endless variations using the beautiful garments and accessories.
It never became a tiny wardrobe, as I found out my favorite and best pieces were many!…and your content from back then was incredibly helpful even though I was not moving towards a tiny wardrobe. Xxo
Thank you! I'm happy you've found value in my work. 💙
I'm conscious of having a very minimalist lifestyle at the moment because a) I'll have to move at least twice in the next 2-3 years and I want it to be as painless as possible, b) my current space is only moderately larger than a postage stamp with very little storage and c) I'm studying and working a lot of jobs so I need time and breathing space, not clutter. Also, d) cost of living crisis, I got to pay rent before I buy trinkets haha. But I can't wait to one day have my own space where I can make a little nest and collect house plants and indulge my wardrobe. Life shifts and I guess the best attitude is to evolve with what we need and can manage for that situation.
I love this new era for you.
Not restrictive, no counting to keep track of the “perfect number” of items.
I think our paths have been similar, and that’s why I understand this so deeply.
To new beginning! 🎉❤
Hey Patricia I Love blue on you and you very beautiful Video that are Always very inspiring. Take Care🌸
I LOVE that blue.I live in the blue 😀colours, especially periwinkle blue.
Love the purple top, gorgeous shade, really suits you.
I agree with so much in this video -- especially letting go of perfectionism. I will never have the 'perfect' wardrobe simply because I enjoy being out in the world and absorbing influences. If you're someone whose wardrobe isn't that important to you, a wardrobe of functional basics may be all you ever want, and that's awesome. But for me, aesthetics are a joy in life and I enjoy following whatever speaks to me. So I am just trying to tweak/evolve my wardrobe by favoring pre-loved items, to avoid too much wastefulness. I look forward to your whole-wardrobe review whenever you feel ready for it!!!
I enjoyed this video very very much, so thoughtful and honest. My wardrobe has improved since learning from you - although strictly speaking, in my campervan I don't have a wardrobe, sigh...but packing cubes have helped a lot. Still searching for a couple of items, but at least now I have a clear idea of my needs. So thank you😘
That purple color, LOVE IT😍
That blue is fabulous on you!!
Agree, that bluey purpley colour is your friend!
Love the purple and hair! You and all your outfits are stunning!
This blue/purple colour sweater is so, SO lovely with your hair. Go you!!!:)
Your top makes your eyes pop! ❤❤❤❤❤
Thank you for sharing your journey with us and for your transparency and honestly about the evolution of your wardrobe, it’s very refreshing. Our personal styles should change along with our passions, our priorities, our occupations. I know mine has in the last several years, due to a shift in work and frankly from watching content creators like you. I’ve grown a little side hustle reselling preloved and vintage clothes in the last few years, and this has helped me be far more creative in my own style, as the business allows me to buy one-offfs at a very low cost that I can then resell or keep. Your content has been key in helping me carve out a unique style. 😊 So thank you! Two more things: 1) I agree that purple top is stunning on you, how fantastic to see you in a bold bright colour. 2) You are absolutely correct about the wear and tear on a small wardrobe. Even high quality items will fade, pill or lose their shape when worn repeatedly, and that in itself takes time (more handwashing, depilling, dry cleaning, etc). I stick to well-made, which honestly you can find even in some fast fashion pieces (which I buy preloved or thrifted), low-maintenance natural fibres and that does play a role the longevity of the items.
Photos are absolutely so cool!❤️
Your top and it’s color are gorgeous!!!
i would love to see a wardrobe tour this is how i discovered your channel x
Looking stunning!
Fashion/makeup/nails etc are definitely the part of my life that is maximalist. I'm minimal about skincare (I'll buy all my sunscreens in bulk because I go through them but I don't have five moisturizers open at the same time) and body/hair, but the color part of expression is integral to me! I tried to go minimalist and could not, I felt boring and empty, not only because I was missing colors I'd love to have pops of because I focused on a small set of shades that I enjoyed most often. Wardrobe minimalism just isn't for me. Secondhand shopping, mending, dyeing, and sharing clothes with friends and family has reduced my footprint as a maximalist. :)
That Wave Rock outfit with the wide trousers, boots, Miracle Valley t-shirt and hat is also a cracker!
Oh thank you! A great driving outfit!
❤️❤️❤️you look more beautiful than ever❤️❤️
Would loooooove an updated wardrobe tour!!
the purple looks bomb on you
Ooh la la... 💙
Is your blue turtleneck from Scanlan & Theodore? They have a nice range of babywool basics in several colours. I have their turtleneck in slate, a mid-dark blue grey. Before discovering this range I didn't feel I could tolerate wool touching my extremely sensitive skin but these are soft.
❤ I mean 💙🤩
Is that blue/purple turtleneck from COS? I have a suspiciously similar piece in my wardrobe. 😋
was fashion week the catalyst for your 'recent' (seemingly, I don't see behind-the-scenes!) changes? I feel like I really noticed a changeover then. this is just a question, no shade.
Hi Patricia, may I ask where this beautiful purple polo neck is from please? I've been searching for this exact colour!!!!❤❤❤
It's from COS 💙
@@patriciamycyk Love the colour also, but disappointed that it's so sheer, I need warmth for winter.
@@allegrosotto2126yes I use no bra so its a no for me. The color os gorgeous
@@patriciamycyk thanks !!
If you are comfortable with showing off 40 items wardrobe then be comfortable showing off 70 items wardrobe.
The truth is that in the past, the wardrobe number was the defining element of your channel.
Now that you have developed an optional mindset in regard to clothing, it is beneficial to your viewers to see a 'no guilt' wardrobe.
Minimalism ( wardrobe & interior design) is slowly fading out because for long term living it really is restrictive and boring.
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I would question the idea that wearing something more frequently wears it out faster. For delicate fabrics yeah of course, but more durable things like thick cotton....not so much. All comes down to the fabric of choice and what it is worn for rather than just the quality of the item so to speak.
I notice that wearing something again and again does cause fibers to become thinner in places where my bag, jeans, etc etc May rub
Which bra do you wear, please?
I like having more, more choice and less buying
💙 💙💙🦋
Where is sweet Gary?
Perhaps the channel needs a new name, especially as you're embracing your full name? :)