My friends. I bought a working ring light. This will be my last dark video! Thanks for the patience and happy new year to you all ✨ How would you explain your own style in estatey-dog-walking-foresty-horse race-look terms?
The “Horse and Hound”- style… most readers of that magazine would probably wear that. I love that style too, but as a 59-year old, generously proportioned woman, have to use it very cautiously or it will go frumpy or matron-like on me in a split second… and that’s without the head scarf and the Corgies, mind you 😄
Most people call that style English Country, you know: walking or riding through the fields and woods of a country estate, wearing slim trousers, leather riding boots or wellies, turtleneck (or shirt under sweater) and tweed blazer or quilted coat. This has always been one of my favorite aesthetics, it only recently became fashionable, but really is based on an outdoorsy, casual lifestyle. I rely on Ralph Lauren for this look, as I’m in the US, access to English heritage brands is limited, as are their sizes. This look is a big part of my classic aesthetic, but I often switch the trousers for a skirt. European Country would also be a good name for this look, too. The Duchess of Cambridge wears this style beautifully.
I live in the UK in Oxfordshire. I know what you are talking about :D However the countryside estate/ equestrian look is a lot more muddy and well worn out in RL. Like you got this jumper your great grandma knitted and now you are wearing it! And you are super proud it's still going strong lol. What you are talking about with the images cited.... is the fantasy of the city folk version - what they think countryside life is like, rather than it's muddy laid back reality.
I like your calm energy and how your wardrobe is sleek and elegant while also incorporating color. So many minimalist fashion youtubers keep their wardrobe colors bland and it's never helpful to me. Looking forward to your content this new year!
I hate summer, too, which lasts at least six months here in California. I really only wear linen or viscose dresses, but never have enough. I’m always looking for simple ones that don’t require a lot of ironing, it’s such hot work, but essential.
I like all my clothes but as a season I like summer - sandals, light linen trousers and shirts, linen or viscose dresses are the best choice...(I like spring too)
I found your channel 2 days ago and I've watched almost all your videos, and already have decluttered a ridiculous amount of my wardrobe and gotten much closer and figuring out my style. Thanks for the help!
Your tip to get the best quality item you can afford was a game changer for me. I spent more then I used to on few key items and cravings to have more stopped indeed.
Another great video, thanks. My proof-of-concept items are: a silk shirt, except for in our hot summers; a knitted dress; a midi or knee-length skirt; and a blazer or leather jacket (generally not black, I only have one of those). I have a big wardrobe, but everything meets my criteria: comfort, fit, simple, classic style, and in my color palette. I love and wear it all. Your style might change, mine did, at around 58-59, I went back to the classic style of my youth, but updated and modern, of course. The only time I got into wardrobe difficulty was when I forced myself in another style, to fit in with others, no more of that.
I would class my style as punk granny meets 90's kid, but I shop a lot at Acne Studios.....my most worn brand,,,muahaha!! I don't know either. Works for my diminutive frame. I am a summer human!!! I die a little bit each winter. I get through winter by watching and reading Scandi Noir by the fireplace, which I probably why I follow you. That, and the thoughtful approach to fashion and style. I can admire your style and learn things from you without copying.
Fantastic point about gratitude and buying the actual item you really want. I discovered this to be true for myself too. I'd try to by less expensive dupe that just didn't stand up to my hopes but when I simply purchased the item I knew would work and loved already I found myself not browsing for the next best dupe. Great points thanks for sharing.
Thank you for your honest sharing in this latest video. I discovered the importance of finding fabrics and colors that I feel comfortable wearing as well. I enjoyed your mood board idea and loved hearing about your aesthetic connections too. For me letting go of styles that just don’t flatter my body type was key to buying clothing that I actually wore, not simply admired in my wardrobe.
You are so right about finding "the best" of the items in a category that helps you to not make impulse purchases. For me that is T-shirts and short from Everlane. There truly are no better shirts and shorts (in my opinion) in the entire world. It's given me a slightly snobby outlook as I look at High Street clothing and constantly think "nowhere near as good as Everlane" and I am content. I have also focussed more on silhouette - as I am a rectangle, so buying puffy sleeves / oversized tops and A line shorts or skirts to cinch in the waist gives the illusion of a more hourglass figure. I have only just really discovered this trick and it's life changing!
I totally share with you the struggle for summer clothes! 🙃 I’m completely sure about my winter wardrobe but when it comes to summer I never feel truly myself. I made a few purchases for next summer and I hope it will work. I’d love to see your process of choosing staples for next summer, when that time comes!
Really like your idea of Proof of concept, I have to really pin point it down for myself. I really like your mood board aswell as an inspiration for your wardrobe/new buys! I think your style is very Preppy, Academia and Classic. ✨
Have you tried midi skirts with slits? Paired with a simple tshirt and sandals/sneakers… That’s my “summer uniform” recently, hope you can give it a go!
Your videos are so wondeful and very refreshing Naja! Looking forward to seeing more this year and especially to hear more about your cost per wear system 😍❤️
Thanks for this video Naja, lots of great tips. I’m a fall/winter person too and struggle with summer clothes. I’m looking forward to your colour scheme and wardrobe videos.
Since I started paying more attention to my wardrobe and consciously choosing better quality aka more expensive items that will last longer to my wardrobe I’ve been thinking abou cost per wear… so please have something that we can also measure it 😃😃
This was such a great and helpful video! I had been on a no buy, then binge purchased stuff I'd been eyeing at the end of it (sending me into another low buy), and have since been struggling with feeling the need to buy everything on my wish list right away. Your idea about expressing gratitude for the high quality pieces/pieces we value the most as a way to counter that urge to buy from the wish list is so helpful. I also love seeing your wish list - it shows me that I don't need to buy it all at once! xoxo
Great points that really resonate with me! I also struggled with my summer wardrobe but living on the west coast of Canada we did not have very hot summers so I could use more of my all season clothes but now the summers are hotter and I definitely need to think about a summer "uniform"! Your moodboard is very interesting: I did not think of using landscapes, decor, etc as a source of inspiration. It might not work for me: I also love the 70's, 80's Ralph Lauren ads in the british style(walking in the moors with your dog, horseback riding and having tea on the lawn...) but the colour scheme is all wrong for me... I absolutely love the feeling of having a smaller, more cohesive wardrobe which is even very pleasing just to look at!
Found your channel some days ago and i've watched almost all of your videos! Thank you for sharing, they've really inspired me! Greetings from Spain! 🙂
i love your personality and tips! your description of your style is so funny, but i totally get it girl! i somewhat totally aspire to that style too. the mood board is a super great idea not only for style but for life in general
Like you, I like simple classic clothing. Even when I was your age that was my preference. I did stray attempting to follow fad and trends but it just didn’t work. Stay with what you love. The style that you talked about liking in your video is a cross between English countryside and Ralph Lauren. My style icon is Caroline Bessette Kennedy it was in the ‘90’s and continues to be that way now.
Happy new year Naja! I can totally relate when you said that your summer wardrobe is limited, my Pinterest Autumn/Winter pins outnumber my Summer ones! I’ve come to the conclusion that shorts and I - can not be. LOL. And when you were explaining your style aesthetic I could picture you in a Ralph Lauren pictorial 😬🤔 anywho just wanted to say this video struck a chord with me… Thank you dear 😘
Another great video Naja. Looking forward to the updated wardrobe tour. I would also love to hear your opinion, or the opinion of your viewers, of Max Mara coats. Worth the investment? I have been looking at a Max Mara coat for over a year. I love the wishlist concept, but it would be a big investment for me and I am trying to make sure I would be happy with it in the years to come!!!! Love the videos.
My style is more urban than country I think, although I am eying a scottish tweed pea-coat in the sales at the moment. That's got me wondering what my vibe actually is. Happy new year Naja !
I love hearing all your pondering and the processes you have gone through to find your personal style! Thank you for all your inspiration. Love your channel! Happy New Year 2022🎉
Hey Naja thank you, for your videos I really love the information you provide and the experience. capsules are the key! I work on mine as well, and I just love it. Are you based in Switzerland? My sisters and I open a start-up to give colour consolation for your personal colour type in the matter of styling. Did you already do a colour consolation or did you choose the colours by yourself? I think this could be interesting. I would be happy to hear from you :-)
Hi Jana, thank you! Yes I am in Zurich. Uhh, sounds very interesting! I wonder what could come of that! I used to do "color consulting" myself as a makeup artist a few years back, so made this scheme myself yes xx
My fav channel on RUclips! I can perfectly relate to your style, minimalism and colour sceme! Could you make a video about having a minimalist phone maybe or style pics for summer? (Sorry for my grammar i’m from the Netherlands)
Hey! Thank you so much for Al your ideas 🙌 I tired to find you in IG but unfortunately couldn’t. What’s your name there? The one you provided in the description didn’t work out 🙃
No they are definitely not pleasing with the other colors, but I do want them there. I'm considering adding them as 'accent colors' so they don't look so out of balance in the scheme 😄
@@NajaSierra I understand, and reading my comment now I can see it appears a bit too blunt, sorry for that. I just wrote my first thought. Orange is a good contrast to blue that is true, opposite colours. Just more difficult to style.
My friends. I bought a working ring light. This will be my last dark video! Thanks for the patience and happy new year to you all ✨
How would you explain your own style in estatey-dog-walking-foresty-horse race-look terms?
The “Horse and Hound”- style… most readers of that magazine would probably wear that. I love that style too, but as a 59-year old, generously proportioned woman, have to use it very cautiously or it will go frumpy or matron-like on me in a split second… and that’s without the head scarf and the Corgies, mind you 😄
Most people call that style English Country, you know: walking or riding through the fields and woods of a country estate, wearing slim trousers, leather riding boots or wellies, turtleneck (or shirt under sweater) and tweed blazer or quilted coat. This has always been one of my favorite aesthetics, it only recently became fashionable, but really is based on an outdoorsy, casual lifestyle. I rely on Ralph Lauren for this look, as I’m in the US, access to English heritage brands is limited, as are their sizes. This look is a big part of my classic aesthetic, but I often switch the trousers for a skirt. European Country would also be a good name for this look, too. The Duchess of Cambridge wears this style beautifully.
Well thanks, English Country would have been so much simpler 😂
In America we call it New England Country side...lol..very prep..old money....Ralf Lauren 👑
In one of your vids, you mention ditching Nikes in favour of Optic White Cons... an EXCELLENT choice, they look so elegant!
Land Rover driving in Barbour and leather riding boots. One of my daughters has this style.
Perfection 👌
I live in the UK in Oxfordshire. I know what you are talking about :D However the countryside estate/ equestrian look is a lot more muddy and well worn out in RL. Like you got this jumper your great grandma knitted and now you are wearing it! And you are super proud it's still going strong lol. What you are talking about with the images cited.... is the fantasy of the city folk version - what they think countryside life is like, rather than it's muddy laid back reality.
So true! Unfortunately!.....
Thank makes perfect sense! Thanks for sharing xx
I like your calm energy and how your wardrobe is sleek and elegant while also incorporating color. So many minimalist fashion youtubers keep their wardrobe colors bland and it's never helpful to me. Looking forward to your content this new year!
Thank you! I'd have a difficult time only wearing neutrals for sure xx
I hate summer, too, which lasts at least six months here in California. I really only wear linen or viscose dresses, but never have enough. I’m always looking for simple ones that don’t require a lot of ironing, it’s such hot work, but essential.
I like all my clothes but as a season I like summer - sandals, light linen trousers and shirts, linen or viscose dresses are the best choice...(I like spring too)
I found your channel 2 days ago and I've watched almost all your videos, and already have decluttered a ridiculous amount of my wardrobe and gotten much closer and figuring out my style. Thanks for the help!
Thank you for sharing! xx
Your videos always help me to think more critically about my wardrobe and where I want to go with it. So helpful, thank you.
Your tip to get the best quality item you can afford was a game changer for me. I spent more then I used to on few key items and cravings to have more stopped indeed.
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Nice video, thanks - I feel inspired to revisit my Pinterest board and find the red thread…
Another great video, thanks. My proof-of-concept items are: a silk shirt, except for in our hot summers; a knitted dress; a midi or knee-length skirt; and a blazer or leather jacket (generally not black, I only have one of those). I have a big wardrobe, but everything meets my criteria: comfort, fit, simple, classic style, and in my color palette. I love and wear it all. Your style might change, mine did, at around 58-59, I went back to the classic style of my youth, but updated and modern, of course. The only time I got into wardrobe difficulty was when I forced myself in another style, to fit in with others, no more of that.
I would class my style as punk granny meets 90's kid, but I shop a lot at Acne Studios.....my most worn brand,,,muahaha!! I don't know either. Works for my diminutive frame. I am a summer human!!! I die a little bit each winter. I get through winter by watching and reading Scandi Noir by the fireplace, which I probably why I follow you. That, and the thoughtful approach to fashion and style. I can admire your style and learn things from you without copying.
Fantastic point about gratitude and buying the actual item you really want. I discovered this to be true for myself too. I'd try to by less expensive dupe that just didn't stand up to my hopes but when I simply purchased the item I knew would work and loved already I found myself not browsing for the next best dupe. Great points thanks for sharing.
Thank you for your honest sharing in this latest video. I discovered the importance of finding fabrics and colors that I feel comfortable wearing as well. I enjoyed your mood board idea and loved hearing about your aesthetic connections too. For me letting go of styles that just don’t flatter my body type was key to buying clothing that I actually wore, not simply admired in my wardrobe.
You are so right about finding "the best" of the items in a category that helps you to not make impulse purchases. For me that is T-shirts and short from Everlane. There truly are no better shirts and shorts (in my opinion) in the entire world. It's given me a slightly snobby outlook as I look at High Street clothing and constantly think "nowhere near as good as Everlane" and I am content.
I have also focussed more on silhouette - as I am a rectangle, so buying puffy sleeves / oversized tops and A line shorts or skirts to cinch in the waist gives the illusion of a more hourglass figure. I have only just really discovered this trick and it's life changing!
That pink suits you so much. I have this exact colour cashmere one but a crew neck. I wear it lots! Looking forward to your New Year content.
Thank you ✨
I totally share with you the struggle for summer clothes! 🙃 I’m completely sure about my winter wardrobe but when it comes to summer I never feel truly myself. I made a few purchases for next summer and I hope it will work. I’d love to see your process of choosing staples for next summer, when that time comes!
Really like your idea of Proof of concept, I have to really pin point it down for myself. I really like your mood board aswell as an inspiration for your wardrobe/new buys! I think your style is very Preppy, Academia and Classic. ✨
We are cut from the same cloth, I have no idea what to wear in summer, so I just wear pants and sweat it out in the nyc heat
Have you tried midi skirts with slits? Paired with a simple tshirt and sandals/sneakers… That’s my “summer uniform” recently, hope you can give it a go!
The mood board inspiration is a very interesting idea!
The blue colour looks so pretty on you
Your videos are so wondeful and very refreshing Naja! Looking forward to seeing more this year and especially to hear more about your cost per wear system 😍❤️
Thank you! Happy new year ✨
Love this video (and all of your videos!) and your discussions on clothing, style, aesthetics.
I’m the same. I always feel scruffy in summer. It’s annoying as I always have far more social occasions in the summer bit never have anything to wear.
Thank you! I'd have a hard time in just pure nudes xx
Thanks for this video Naja, lots of great tips. I’m a fall/winter person too and struggle with summer clothes. I’m looking forward to your colour scheme and wardrobe videos.
Since I started paying more attention to my wardrobe and consciously choosing better quality aka more expensive items that will last longer to my wardrobe I’ve been thinking abou cost per wear… so please have something that we can also measure it 😃😃
Hi Naja!
Your turtleneck suits you so beautifly! ❤️
I wish you a happy new year, and I cannot wait for the video’s your working on. 😄
Hi Sarah, thank you and Happy New Year xx
That necklace over your jumper is such a pretty combo 🤩
This was such a great and helpful video! I had been on a no buy, then binge purchased stuff I'd been eyeing at the end of it (sending me into another low buy), and have since been struggling with feeling the need to buy everything on my wish list right away. Your idea about expressing gratitude for the high quality pieces/pieces we value the most as a way to counter that urge to buy from the wish list is so helpful. I also love seeing your wish list - it shows me that I don't need to buy it all at once! xoxo
Ralph Lauren comes to mind Naja..Happy New Year to you!
I love it when your videos pop up! This one is great!!
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Oooo, I love systems too. Can’t wait to see how you track it.
Great points that really resonate with me! I also struggled with my summer wardrobe but living on the west coast of Canada we did not have very hot summers so I could use more of my all season clothes but now the summers are hotter and I definitely need to think about a summer "uniform"! Your moodboard is very interesting: I did not think of using landscapes, decor, etc as a source of inspiration. It might not work for me: I also love the 70's, 80's Ralph Lauren ads in the british style(walking in the moors with your dog, horseback riding and having tea on the lawn...) but the colour scheme is all wrong for me...
I absolutely love the feeling of having a smaller, more cohesive wardrobe which is even very pleasing just to look at!
Found your channel some days ago and i've watched almost all of your videos! Thank you for sharing, they've really inspired me! Greetings from Spain! 🙂
Thank you for sharing and welcome to the channel xx
i love your personality and tips! your description of your style is so funny, but i totally get it girl! i somewhat totally aspire to that style too. the mood board is a super great idea not only for style but for life in general
Thank you so much!
Like you, I like simple classic clothing. Even when I was your age that was my preference. I did stray attempting to follow fad and trends but it just didn’t work. Stay with what you love. The style that you talked about liking in your video is a cross between English countryside and Ralph Lauren. My style icon is Caroline Bessette Kennedy it was in the ‘90’s and continues to be that way now.
Look up House of Bruar, it’s a Scottish brand, I think you would like a lot of their stuff, like it’s all out of a posh country magazine 😅
Happy new year Naja! I can totally relate when you said that your summer wardrobe is limited, my Pinterest Autumn/Winter pins outnumber my Summer ones! I’ve come to the conclusion that shorts and I - can not be. LOL. And when you were explaining your style aesthetic I could picture you in a Ralph Lauren pictorial 😬🤔 anywho just wanted to say this video struck a chord with me… Thank you dear 😘
Omg, found your channel yesterday, love your videos so much😍😍
Yay! Thank you and welcome xx
Another great video Naja. Looking forward to the updated wardrobe tour. I would also love to hear your opinion, or the opinion of your viewers, of Max Mara coats. Worth the investment? I have been looking at a Max Mara coat for over a year. I love the wishlist concept, but it would be a big investment for me and I am trying to make sure I would be happy with it in the years to come!!!!
Love the videos.
Can't say much on the Max Mara coats since I don't have one, but I know tons of people love their coats xx
My style is more urban than country I think, although I am eying a scottish tweed pea-coat in the sales at the moment. That's got me wondering what my vibe actually is. Happy new year Naja !
Happy New Year 💫
I love hearing all your pondering and the processes you have gone through to find your personal style! Thank you for all your inspiration. Love your channel!
Happy New Year 2022🎉
Thank you, Happy New Year ✨💥
Hey Naja thank you, for your videos I really love the information you provide and the experience. capsules are the key! I work on mine as well, and I just love it. Are you based in Switzerland? My sisters and I open a start-up to give colour consolation for your personal colour type in the matter of styling. Did you already do a colour consolation or did you choose the colours by yourself? I think this could be interesting. I would be happy to hear from you :-)
Hi Jana, thank you! Yes I am in Zurich. Uhh, sounds very interesting! I wonder what could come of that!
I used to do "color consulting" myself as a makeup artist a few years back, so made this scheme myself yes xx
My fav channel on RUclips! I can perfectly relate to your style, minimalism and colour sceme! Could you make a video about having a minimalist phone maybe or style pics for summer? (Sorry for my grammar i’m from the Netherlands)
Hoi! Yes I'll add that to the list xx
👌🏻 fab video as always 👌🏻
Happy new year🥂 i love your sweater..i have a scarf in fucsia/ bright pink and i love it
Happy NY ✨
Hey! Thank you so much for Al your ideas 🙌 I tired to find you in IG but unfortunately couldn’t. What’s your name there? The one you provided in the description didn’t work out 🙃
I'm on an indefinite Instagram break xx I'll announce it when I open back up xx
Basically you want to look like "old money" 😄
I think the orange and green don`t suit with the other colours of your palette.
No they are definitely not pleasing with the other colors, but I do want them there. I'm considering adding them as 'accent colors' so they don't look so out of balance in the scheme 😄
@@NajaSierra I understand, and reading my comment now I can see it appears a bit too blunt, sorry for that. I just wrote my first thought. Orange is a good contrast to blue that is true, opposite colours. Just more difficult to style.
@@mybagoftheday1722 You need so much more to offend me, I totally agreed with your point xx
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