First of all, I enjoy your channel very much. I know I am going to see a woman who has done a tremendous amount of self examination and reflection, and is on a journey of being and becoming the best version of herself. Bravo to you, Christina. You are the real deal. I have thought about my personal style, how clothes fit me now after surviving breast cancer and adjusting to a mastectomy and reconstruction. I feel great in my clothes especially with my new body. I am still that person who loves to wear a beautiful feminine blouse, yet, loves her casual outdoorsy wear of jeans and a smart looking tee shirt, plus a layer of a button down type shirt or an LL Bean barn coat. This is how I feel like myself. I choose my clothes for my lifestyle. I live in southeast Michigan, I love exploring the Great Lakes, Oh, Canada, and being outdoors watching and photographing birds and wildlife. I resist the barrage of bloggers messaging - you must wear this or buy that to be stylish. I just go back to my roots of that teenage girl with her first few paychecks, and thoughtfully buying that one very cherished pretty tee shirt and a dressy top and creating my first capsule wardrobe. A three piece capsule of a nice pair of slacks and two coordinating tops. Simple and stylish is the way to go. As they say - Less is More. Less does mean more - more happiness, less confusion and less chaos, and more self love.
I found my personal style through making capsule wardrobes. I chose something like 10 shirts, 5 bottoms, 5 dressier pieces, 3 necklaces, etc etc at a time, and kept the rest in storage. The constrained choice basically forced me to rotate through everything, and that made it easier to figure out what I wasn't inclined to wear! And then I'd swap stuff out until I was left with items that I genuinely loved using. It literally changed my entire relationship with clothes
Piggy backing off your restaurant analogy, as a former chef I know that the bigger a restaurant's offering, the less fresh everything will be. Many things will come from the freezer. I think the same can apply to clothes, having less means you use what you have more (wash, wear, airing out) and things don't lurk unused and unloved in the shadows!!
I dont think we need to shop to figure out our personal styles.. Society/media/etc always tells us we need to "go find ourselves".. My husband told me we already are ourselves, we just need to accept ourselves to see it. Maybe its the same with our styles? Our closets?
The other thing to remember with that constant urge to shop is that we're seeing a dopamine hit from a novel experience. It's called the hedonic treadmill. That's why we constantly check social media or buy new things. Novelty releases dopamine. So that's a huge part of why we buy stuff, put it in the closet, and forget about it.
I used to feel declittering meant getting rid of anything I hadn’t worn recently - but lately I’ve tried to let myself rediscover some pieces that I might have overlooked when I was constantly bringing in new. Some of those pieces like you said “never stood a chance” simply because of the amount I was bringing in. Thanks for sharing - I have been loving the tone and style of your recent videos.
As a impulsive clothes shopaholic I've recently got onto the habit of choosing a large "capsule wardrobe" each season with clothes I already have. I choose what excites me the most and everything else goes into storage for next time. Anything I simply dislike or no longer feels like me anymore gets put onto eBay or given away.
Just need to share. You're young & stylish and can mix & match your neutrals well. I'm 50 & now divorced & I don't mix & match too well. I live in Tennessee where it's hot 9 months of the year. I wear dresses all the time cause they're easy & breezy. I add jackets & tights in winter. I just counted, & I have 48 dresses after decluttering. I love them because I don't have to think about anything other than, bag, shoes & jewelry. Boom, done. I do own jeans, lots... indigo, black, grey, olive & a burgundy corduroy. I have about 25 tops... tees, blouses & sweaters to match my jeans and 2 pairs black trousers. I think you put tons of effort into defining your style and it shows. You consistently look good & put together. I think I look my best in dresses. That's my style. Some were $29 & some were $250, & they range from casual to formal but I feel good in them & I don't spend much time in the morning debating them. So I appreciate you encouraging women to track what they wear, & then wear the style which makes them feel confident, comfortable, and attractive. 🙂
The first time I saw you speak about "fantasy self" I had to replay and watch again, because I had one of those moments that clicked and wow that was a game changer for me. I have always got that in mind now. Thankyou so much for that!
A few things hit home with me in this video! - *Your most worn stuff often doesn't end up being your favourite stuff (and that's not failure) *Find out what it is you actually want from your personal style *Explore the shopping choices you've already made, give them a real chance How I'm working on defining my personal style - -Tracking my daily wears in a spreadsheet -Logging selfies of my favourite outfits in a wardrobe app. This is actually SO helpful for learning what I absolutely do NOT like. Who knew just looking in the mirror vs taking a photo of yourself, could be so different!? This is also building confidence because I have a backlog of images of myself lookin' chic, to boost me when I need! Sounds cheesy, but works!
Clothing has always been an easy area for me to keep under control. 1. I figured out my personal style by 20. I deviated from it from time to time, but always returned to it. I know that classic pieces & classic fits look best on me. Think blazers, slacks, pencil skirts and shift dresses. My favorite pictures of myself for 20+ years are always classic looks. 2. I have never enjoyed shopping and only ever went into stores when I needed something. This has probably saved me a small fortune. 3. I have never paid attention to trends or watch what was on the runways. I feel no pull to this at all. 4. I am not an accessories person. I don't own jewelry and do not understand the allure of designer (ie stupidly overpriced for no good reason) handbags. I also don't like logos or names on my clothing/accessories. 5. I like vintage items so I enjoy thrifting select pieces that give a unique twist to my otherwise classic (boring, to some) wardrobe. I have a vintage high neck, puff sleeve blouse in dark green from the 80's, a button up with an awesome disco color from the 70's, an amazing dress from the 1960's, a vintage leather jacket from the 90's and vintage Italian leather loafers. These pieces keep me from getting bored with my basics. 6. I started utilizing a capsule wardrobe in 2005, so I have always looked to have a small core wardrobe. 7. Finally, I have practiced 1 in/1 out for a very long time. These things have kept my closet from growing and kept me on track with my personal style.
I'm a lot like you, except for the accessories. I love getting earrings when I'm on vacation or doing something I enjoy as a souvenir or reminder of an enjoyable time. One on my favorite pairs of earrings my husband bought for me at a gas station during a snow storm 😊. I also have a lot of scarves because I find them versatile and so fun! But in general, I hate shopping for clothes. I like thrift shopping because I never pay more than $20 for any individual item and that seems like a reasonable cost per wear for clothing to me.
I found my personal style when I started a process of getting to know myself better. I think I used to fantasize about my life. Whatever I wanted to buy something I had this imaginary self in my mind… I literally “watched” that movie in my head about me walking town town in this chic clothes. I got myself into misery. I thing that was a turning point: just realizing that this is not my life. I don’t walk in downtown because I live in the suburbs and I drive everywhere.. I’m a mom and some thing are just not practical for this moment in my life and the most important of all: I do not have to prove anything to anyone including myself😊 my style for this moment in my life is just practical with a little bit of a edgy twist usually jeans, T-shirt and some jackets 🍁🍂
Even my friends with big wardrobes still gravitate towards their same "core" clothing, which they love. If you focus on what those core items that make you feel happy and feel good are, it makes it easy to laser in on the style that works with what you have. Great video as always Christina! Loved it! 😄
Honestly I did find my personal style by shopping but it was thrifting/thredUP type sites that were what made it. Being able to look at a bunch of clothes without fancy product shots/lighting/the fantasy of it all were really what did it for me and then also digging back into things that I liked and was drawn to as a kid but considering how to pair those things together into outfits. Going back to the least influenced time in my life and thinking about what I liked was probably the most helpful thing. Also thinking about the silhouettes of my favorite items and how to work those into outfits. So creating a capsule wardrobe of my personal basics and then looking at my other items and seeing how those items could tie in with that capsule. If things don’t pair with my most worn capsule items I’m probably not going to wear them you know?
I love that! It's SUCH an interesting perspective to see the clothes for what they are, not when they look their "idealized best" on the models. Im taking that insight with me moving forward as a reminder. thank you!
I’ve lost 60 pounds recently, so have been forced to declutter A LOT. I had way too many clothes from trying to compensate for feeling bad about myself. Getting rid of all the stuff has been emotional. Some of it I realized I didn’t even like. My closet has much less now and I’m hoping I can control my impulses and keep it that way.
“How we spend our days is how we spend our lives” whoa, that got me. So profound. Thanks for being awesome, Christina and for creating content that enriches lives.
I think that what your decluttering and finding minimalism did was mature you far beyond your years with regard to fashion trends and many other things. I continued to look to fashion for self-definition into my early 50s (especially after finally losing the weight I’d carried since my daughter was born - she’s in her 40s now). It took getting into my mid-to late 50s to finally move past “what I look like” to “what and who I am” to move out of fashion trends. You beat me by a couple of decades or so! Bravo! ❤️
My clothing journey has gone towards my fantasy self instead of away from it but the editing process is the same. I felt like I wasn't expressing myself honestly and most of my pieces were items that were chosen for me. So I've been going to thrift stores and trying trends and using Pinterest to nail down patterns/ styles that I respond to no matter how much fantasy is in the clothing. (There is a full on fantasy green cloak that I passed on once that I still think about.) I need that whimsy in my life and wardrobe to give me that feeling that anything is possible.
I can relate - my fantasy self is classy, tailored, and neutral, whereas my real self is colorful layers and mixed patterns with clogs. Full on boho/hippie! 😅
Thank you, Christina, for sharing your journey. Even though I am in midlife I find your channel relevant and inspiring. I have been on a wardrobe minimizing journey for a few years. It takes time and patience, but being authentic and honing one’s true style only adds to the unique beauty we each possess. After years of impulsive, fantasy self shopping I have turned a corner. Less really is more, and it took me until midlife to realize this. Decision fatigue was my trigger. Oh - & the glorious epiphany after age 50 that I just didn’t give a flying f**k about what others thought. So soon old, so late wise….🤣
I have found that as I’ve whittled down my closet and targeted my style more and more, I “feel” like my closet is bigger. I wear a greater percentage of it and can get more creativity since the pieces that are left are the ones’s I enjoy wearing and work for me (my life, body, preferences).
I will forever appreciate this channel "Christina Mychas". You've helped my family a lot,since the pandemic till now your advices and lessons are inspirational and helpful to us. My husband and I have been able to be minimal, conscious in spending,saving and lnve,sting wisely. We have able to earn on a weekly basis and it helps the family a lot. You're such a blessing to this generation. We all love♥️😊. I'm so happy to join you today too
Since my colleague introduced me to this channel, I've never missed a content and I'm happy and I'm proud of myself because I've learnt and taught my kids a lot. I'm happy for you dear keep it up👍
@@anthonydaniel8601 I can share some that helped me 1. Plan towards it 2. Be frugal an minimal on spending (Don't buy what you don't need) 3. Save to (lnvest),it's a proven way to get richer. Very important to financial success
I did the exact thing you suggested NOT to do 😳. I bought new stuff and now 6 months later I'm decluttering my way through, realising my style, was in fact, not the new stuff....
Even when I buy the most beautiful things, I gravitate towards the most comfy, simple items. You are right that we do not need to shop to find our style. Thanks to you, 2021 is my minimal shopping year and it has been mindblown. Thanks!
Can you do a video on how you take care of your clothing items? Since a smaller collection means wearing and washing more frequently. Like how to keep whites white etc.
I've often had the impulse to shop, but am limited by my very small income. I found myself buying cheaper versions of something I really wanted, to fill that "void" instead. It never paid off, and I was always left with 5 cheap shirts I didn't like, instead of one, slightly more expensive one I did like. Now, I'm working to be more financially literate, and I'm focusing on saving up for a piece I love.
One of the advantages of watching content from Australia is that I can see what is ahead of me in terms of what is next season trends/ fashion. I can then save what I am interested in on my Pinterest board in a Wishlist category and then look for these items when they come into stock with my favourite Australian brands * or the few international brands that I will shop from). I now have a few items on my Wishlist for next Autumn ( March / April) next year so have plenty of sitting time. for the summer season we are coming into I will probably just get one more pair of sandals and that is it. You and a few other YT’s curate for me the styles I like then I can just look for what I need with this input. Kind of a slow fashion method from the Southern Hemisphere that gives you plenty of thinking time.
I've understood my style so much better by connecting more with what I own. Its been through switching from a buying mindset to loving the colours and textures of what I already have. My dream colour palette makes me feel more harmonious and happy!
Your description of how you felt in fantasy self items rang so true. I find that checking whether I would be happy to wear the item for the rest of the day helps reduce these purchases.
Currently I'm 48 years, so I'm still preserving tops and bottoms since year 2000! A very fine high cost tops and bottoms, like the year 95 croooed blazer BCBG,. Max Azria JCrew shirts and jackets, as well as cotas, most of them I preserve those pieces in patters that I don't use, cause I didn't like them, since the 90's, so this fashion trends, turned in halloween disguise, like my black prom dress
Thank you Christina for sharing your journey with us, all your struggles with debt, overshopping etc. really hit home with me. I admire your way out if it and transparency. Not many people admit how much time, effort and money they put into they looks only to find out that we should rather find simplicity in things. Your philosophy is like a therapy session for me👍. Please continue with your videos!
I feel like personal style can be so elusive! For years I've been trying to cultivate a "style" but your comment about what we wear IS our style feels so true. I will say - definitely wish I did some tracking and soul searching before all that decluttering! I think I put too much attention into culling things that I went a little overboard and I find myself missing clothes I've donated! Wish I had put together a spreadsheet back then, but it's all about finding a balance
Now that I'm in my 30s, I finally fell free to dress exactly the way I want without being afraid of judgment. Also, I work at a music school. So I got rid of denim, high heels and anything that feels uncomfortable. My personal style draws a lot from fantasy and literature in a kind of urban/casual way, you know? I figured it out through months of curating my wardrobe (which have been minimal for years now, but never felt quite right) and investigating what I wanted to communicate by dressing
Thank you, this video hit home! I often find myself wanting to shop for clothes/revamp my style when my confidence is low. And then (surprise surprise!), I buy the new clothes, "feel cool" the first few times I wear them, and then realize they are not me (i.e., not comfortable, or what you said in the video "like I try too hard"). Clearly the problem isn't my wardrobe but in my head. I love what you said at the end thay we just need to accept ourselves and our wardrobes, simple and beatiful ❤️
I didn’t need to shop to figure out my personal style, but now that I’ve figured it out, I realized I have A LOT of gaps in my wardrobe. My closet was either practical or trend driven and I never paid much heed to core basics and staples that created substance in my closet. I’m now on the hunt to fill those gaps so I do need to shop, but it’s been fun trying to find the things I want second hand first before diving into all things brand new.
You're one of my favorite youtubers. You are so wise, I learn so much from you and its litterally life changing because I'll be saving money and one day i will also be debt free 🤗
Always appreciate your messages. I can really relate to the confusion of too many choices and yes I am on the journey to building the 4 star restaurant wardrobe. Thanks.
It's like, we try so hard to be cool and you are cooler now than ever right? Being a nice person and being comfortable in what style that feels good makes you really cool. So many people online are merely body's of add's.. its their work to wear trendy clothes - and if thats all you do, it's just not that cool..😲😘💩 Thank you for sharing - you are making a difference and what a wonderful and meaningful way to live ❤🙏🏻
Your videos and other minimalism channels helped me discover my style uniform too. I basically wear blue tops and jeans and realized my style is more casual than I thought. It makes shopping much easier 🎉
I have found my style and own items that fit the style template. I agree that get lost with the so many items in my closet that do not fit my style. I am overwhelmed at times. In my defense, I bought many of these clothes when my preferred styles were not available like High waist bottoms and looser, non form fitting tops. You’ve inspired me to pull out all those item and begin to let them go. Nice pieces like cashmere and other natural fibers kept me bound to them but I need the space in my closet and piece of mind. I’m doing it!
OMG the fantasy self, that's it, that the problem, that's why I keep buying things I never wear, things that make me feel uncomfortable/ridiculous/disguised and then it goes to the garbage. Thank you !!!
As a somewhat eccentric dresser, I will say that there is a comfort level that you sometimes have to break to wear items you really want to wear. But if you sit with the discomfort and wear the item a few times, it becomes so familiar that you absorb it into your comfort level. I think discomfort stops a lot of people from dressing how they really want to! People very often (nearly daily,!) come up to me and say ‘I’d love to dress like you, but I don’t have the courage.’ I would say- if it’s something that brings you joy and speeds up your heart rate, but going outside in public in it is what bothers you- then just go for it! The discomfort period will be over before you know it and it’ll be worth it.
Wow, this is great. The fantasy self piece is really resonant to me right now, especially because my life continues to change, my career evolves, and I think I'm really struggling to accept that the me that likes to wear comfy cozy work-from-home clothes a lot is not the person who used to wear fabulous costume-like outfits everyday. It feels like a failure to not be the extravagant version of myself that I imagine, but hearing you talk about your experience and your journey with tracking things was really resonant. I also would love to explore how laundering and caring for clothes factors in...
Thanks for the positive video! I've gotten so much out of reworking my wardrobe this year and have found it therapeutic and a creative outlet. I've also loved growing in my own ways more minimalist or a word I maybe like even more for it is "intentional." This video inspires me to try on all my clothes in front of a full-length mirror and take photos of the outfits! Also posting in style or color related FB groups for feedback or getting friends or family feedback can be fun. Sometimes outfits can be worn different ways to try out different lines too like my rolling up sleeves, buttoning shirts more or less, tucking things in or not, cuffing pants, different shoes, etc. Can take photos of the different versions.
Actually listening to your last few video's, I've thought about several of the thing's you mentioned. Cleared out item's that weren't being worn, and gave them away. Sad to say, I bought stuff other people had in their "capsule/minimalist" wardrobes that definitely weren't what made me feel my best: those are mostly gone. I've figured out what I wear the most and wear that. Thank-you for sharing your journey, and cheers to you (with finding your style). ❤
For me, I realized what my personal style is by looking into my closet and see what the majority of my items are: high waisted wide-leg items that are 60's and 70s inspired!
Such a good video! The ironic part is I was so hard core into minimalism and keeping a teeny tiny wardrobe that I actually struggle with the opposite which is buying things I actually need or also giving myself the permission to experiment and make the wrong choice sometimes. Have loved your videos for a long time :) thank you!
Hi Christina, I recently discovered your channel and I have to say, you are an absolute breath of fresh air. I totally relate to what you're saying. It took me 28 years to understand what my personal style is, and to really accept that I am very very minimalist when it comes to dressing. It took me this long to discover basics in neutral colours to mix and match. I spent my early to mid 20s trying to make bright colours, florals and dresses work when I have a muted colour palette and all I really wanted was a simple top and jeans or black trousers. I spent my early corporate career feeling so uncomfortable in public and with such low self esteem. Thanks for making these videos and spreading this message. You've got a new subscriber in me :)
For me, this is probably the most helpful and inspiring video I've ever seen about finding your personal style and creating a minimalist wardrobe. Everything you say just makes such perfect sense and I hope I will succeed at honing my style as awesomely as you have done 😊
Yes. My style has changed. You and your words of wisdom and your journey with this has helped tremendously. I’m still working at it and I’m making progress. Back when you 1st referenced “fantasy self’ that was s huge eye opener for me. Always amazing content here!
I have a similar look to you but I just feel like lost in what I want my personal style to be! I need someone to come into my house and just sort out my wardrobe!
I really loved the video! I'm in the process of decluttering my wardrobe. My problem are purses and dresses, I'm getting better in no buying them but still have a lot. I'm moving into a more minimalistic life. I know my personal style but sometimes I impulse buy things that are almost perfect but not quite, I'm also learning to return them, let it go and try to never make that mistake again. I'm also rediscovering my wardrobe and shopping your closet it's the best!
I know I’m late to this video, but just wanted to say I also decided to hang onto a few pieces that “never stood a chance” in the past because of how much I was buying and how frequently I had new items coming in. I’ve been hanging onto an emerald green velvet pleated midi skirt for a few years now that I bought in Spain. I love the skirt, and am determined to play dress up this week so I can figure out how to style it. Also, I have been hanging onto a few other items that I know I love and want to style (like my skirt), but either I had too many new clothes circulating all the time or I was decluttering too much and let go of some pieces I now regret getting rid of. 🥺 I recently found my personal style and embraced that it’s a mix of a couple trends (I live in my Doc Martens), but also my style has some more basic classics, some Victorian inspired pieces, etc...because in the end, we as people are complex! We aren’t just one thing, so why should I limit my style to one thing or one “aesthetic”. Like how you have your classics but occasional statement pieces, Christina! You’ve figured out your style and that’s amazing. I’m in my own process, but I know I’m a LOT further along in the process than I was when I was buying every trend and getting lost in the constant pressure to keep up/fit in. So much money I spent....and energy. In the end, though, the trial and error has taught me a very Valuable lesson.
I'm 24 and half of my wardrobe is from my teen years (band tshirt, graphic thee with skulls and heavy metal stuff ahah) and I need to incorporate a more ""mature"" style but boy, it's getting confusing 😭 Your videos are helping me a lot with asking myself the right questions before buying! (sometimes I still overbuy, but I'm working on it)
great tips, I love the concept of letting of a fantasy self. I've got about 3 different fantasy selves and they're all clogging up my closet. Time to shop my own stuff with 2 ideas in mind - my authentic self is enough and I don't care how others perceive my style. If I'm happy that's all that matters...when it comes to personal style that is :)
thanks for the excel file! I use excel file in my financial budgeting since I didn’t find app yet that suits my needs. So I hope this won’t feel tedious to me as well 💗☺️
I didn’t need to shop to find my personal style. I shopped after found out what I felt more comfortable in with the few pieces I already own, but I have made mistakes/regretful purchases and I think that’s okay. I think is more about purchasing more consciously than not shopping at all. Great video 💕
I first threw away all the clothes that looker cheap and made me feel uncomfortable. Then I carefully chosen my inspirations and from that created my own style. I made massive shopping and threw away even more of the old stuff. I decided to make my wardrobe feminine and elegant. Tada!
I have learned so much with your journey ❤️ two years now , tons went out of my wardrobe and today I always sit on the purchase as well! Good job girl !
I really love your videos! you're so inspiring and honest with the things you feel or think and that's why I connect so much with your content, I'm in my own journey of finding my personal style while trying to figure out an image as a singer/actress so sometimes is hard but minimalism and channels like yours have been really helpfull and kind to me in this process, keep it up girl!
Thank you! I can really relate to your experience and also find it very helpful to track what I wear and use the information to guide future purchases and define my style.
This has been fun and cool to watch. Also and more importantly for me, I found this really helpful. Thanks for sharing part of your journey. Nice work!
Brilliant. Just found your channel and absolutely love you and your content so far! ❤ can't wait to catch up on more of your videos. Especially the minimalism ones!
Since covid it's even harder to declutter. I work at home permanently mostly using loungewear. What I'm trying to do to declutter is asking myself am I excited to wear this again? If the answer is no I declutter the items. I still shop but now I'm trying to do it with full awareness instead of just because I want to shop. Letting my fantasy self is harder than I thought, I'm still struggling to dress just as me rather than a fantasy.
Im not a maximalist or minimalist, I take what I can use from both lifestyles. To me they are both extreme. I want personality in my home. And I dont want to focus on having less all the time, because I regretted what I decluttered. I cant do this because I like different things on different days, so one day I might declutter something I will regret the next day. So im finding my balance
I have been shopping impulsivity or addictively for decades...I've got into huge debt many times...I have thousands of items of clothing. I have stopped doing this now as I'm 60, and realized it doesn't make you happy or fill a void. I know what I like to wear and I do have a fantasy self but at 60 that is difficult to go with as my body dictates what I can wear ....my heels are just no longer practical ....I still can't get rid of my stuff....I have moved on tons of stuff but need to do more. I don't want to waste my precious life on pieces of material....I just want peace and to look put together and elegant. I have so much stuff I like so can't get rid of it but watching these pod casts makes me think I should but at 60 I have decided the items all have space in various closets I spent my money on them so they can stay for now. I hate waste though and wish the clothes could be on someone's back rather than hanging in a cupboard
Such a good video! I am on a similar journey and I am coming to similar conclusions but I could never express it as well as Christina did in this video.
Hey there, love your videos. I’ve been curious. Have you ever felt like you had too many hobbies? If so how did minimalism play into that? I find myself wanting to be good at all sorts of things , but that seems to just lead to stress and stretching time thin. Or I’ll say, that’s nice, bet I could build/make/find one better tho…….Any thoughts on the matter? Appreciate the insights from a long time minimalism guru such as yourself :)
I've been considering making a spreadsheet to track my wardrobe for a while now. Think I'll definitely start doing it in the new year! I love using spreadsheets. Great video ☺
How have you defined your personal style?
I think I haven’t found yet, I have changed so much . But I am on the right track for sure ! Thank you ❤️
Casual with some romantic details but most important is quality and functionality.
First of all, I enjoy your channel very much. I know I am going to see a woman who has done a tremendous amount of self examination and reflection, and is on a journey of being and becoming the best version of herself. Bravo to you, Christina. You are the real deal. I have thought about my personal style, how clothes fit me now after surviving breast cancer and adjusting to a mastectomy and reconstruction. I feel great in my clothes especially with my new body. I am still that person who loves to wear a beautiful feminine blouse, yet, loves her casual outdoorsy wear of jeans and a smart looking tee shirt, plus a layer of a button down type shirt or an LL Bean barn coat. This is how I feel like myself. I choose my clothes for my lifestyle. I live in southeast Michigan, I love exploring the Great Lakes, Oh, Canada, and being outdoors watching and photographing birds and wildlife. I resist the barrage of bloggers messaging - you must wear this or buy that to be stylish. I just go back to my roots of that teenage girl with her first few paychecks, and thoughtfully buying that one very cherished pretty tee shirt and a dressy top and creating my first capsule wardrobe. A three piece capsule of a nice pair of slacks and two coordinating tops. Simple and stylish is the way to go. As they say - Less is More. Less does mean more - more happiness, less confusion and less chaos, and more self love.
I always wanted to be classic like Calvin Klein cheek, but I've figured out that I'm actually natural/feminine combo.
I tracked my wardrobe for a month using your tracker! 🤍
I found my personal style through making capsule wardrobes. I chose something like 10 shirts, 5 bottoms, 5 dressier pieces, 3 necklaces, etc etc at a time, and kept the rest in storage. The constrained choice basically forced me to rotate through everything, and that made it easier to figure out what I wasn't inclined to wear! And then I'd swap stuff out until I was left with items that I genuinely loved using. It literally changed my entire relationship with clothes
Love it!!!! Agree creativity often comes from restraints 🥰
Piggy backing off your restaurant analogy, as a former chef I know that the bigger a restaurant's offering, the less fresh everything will be. Many things will come from the freezer. I think the same can apply to clothes, having less means you use what you have more (wash, wear, airing out) and things don't lurk unused and unloved in the shadows!!
Woaaah that’s def something I never thought about too! Great point!
*“You can’t go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending...”*
*―C. S. Lewis*
I dont think we need to shop to figure out our personal styles.. Society/media/etc always tells us we need to "go find ourselves".. My husband told me we already are ourselves, we just need to accept ourselves to see it. Maybe its the same with our styles? Our closets?
I like this idea! Very interesting to consider!
Definitely
The other thing to remember with that constant urge to shop is that we're seeing a dopamine hit from a novel experience. It's called the hedonic treadmill. That's why we constantly check social media or buy new things. Novelty releases dopamine. So that's a huge part of why we buy stuff, put it in the closet, and forget about it.
I used to feel declittering meant getting rid of anything I hadn’t worn recently - but lately I’ve tried to let myself rediscover some pieces that I might have overlooked when I was constantly bringing in new. Some of those pieces like you said “never stood a chance” simply because of the amount I was bringing in. Thanks for sharing - I have been loving the tone and style of your recent videos.
Love that!
As a impulsive clothes shopaholic I've recently got onto the habit of choosing a large "capsule wardrobe" each season with clothes I already have. I choose what excites me the most and everything else goes into storage for next time. Anything I simply dislike or no longer feels like me anymore gets put onto eBay or given away.
Just need to share. You're young & stylish and can mix & match your neutrals well. I'm 50 & now divorced & I don't mix & match too well. I live in Tennessee where it's hot 9 months of the year. I wear dresses all the time cause they're easy & breezy. I add jackets & tights in winter. I just counted, & I have 48 dresses after decluttering. I love them because I don't have to think about anything other than, bag, shoes & jewelry. Boom, done. I do own jeans, lots... indigo, black, grey, olive & a burgundy corduroy. I have about 25 tops... tees, blouses & sweaters to match my jeans and 2 pairs black trousers. I think you put tons of effort into defining your style and it shows. You consistently look good & put together. I think I look my best in dresses. That's my style. Some were $29 & some were $250, & they range from casual to formal but I feel good in them & I don't spend much time in the morning debating them. So I appreciate you encouraging women to track what they wear, & then wear the style which makes them feel confident, comfortable, and attractive. 🙂
The first time I saw you speak about "fantasy self" I had to replay and watch again, because I had one of those moments that clicked and wow that was a game changer for me. I have always got that in mind now. Thankyou so much for that!
A few things hit home with me in this video! -
*Your most worn stuff often doesn't end up being your favourite stuff (and that's not failure)
*Find out what it is you actually want from your personal style
*Explore the shopping choices you've already made, give them a real chance
How I'm working on defining my personal style -
-Tracking my daily wears in a spreadsheet
-Logging selfies of my favourite outfits in a wardrobe app. This is actually SO helpful for learning what I absolutely do NOT like. Who knew just looking in the mirror vs taking a photo of yourself, could be so different!? This is also building confidence because I have a backlog of images of myself lookin' chic, to boost me when I need! Sounds cheesy, but works!
that’s a really good idea, which app do you use?
Clothing has always been an easy area for me to keep under control.
1. I figured out my personal style by 20. I deviated from it from time to time, but always returned to it. I know that classic pieces & classic fits look best on me. Think blazers, slacks, pencil skirts and shift dresses. My favorite pictures of myself for 20+ years are always classic looks.
2. I have never enjoyed shopping and only ever went into stores when I needed something. This has probably saved me a small fortune.
3. I have never paid attention to trends or watch what was on the runways. I feel no pull to this at all.
4. I am not an accessories person. I don't own jewelry and do not understand the allure of designer (ie stupidly overpriced for no good reason) handbags. I also don't like logos or names on my clothing/accessories.
5. I like vintage items so I enjoy thrifting select pieces that give a unique twist to my otherwise classic (boring, to some) wardrobe. I have a vintage high neck, puff sleeve blouse in dark green from the 80's, a button up with an awesome disco color from the 70's, an amazing dress from the 1960's, a vintage leather jacket from the 90's and vintage Italian leather loafers. These pieces keep me from getting bored with my basics.
6. I started utilizing a capsule wardrobe in 2005, so I have always looked to have a small core wardrobe.
7. Finally, I have practiced 1 in/1 out for a very long time.
These things have kept my closet from growing and kept me on track with my personal style.
I'm a lot like you, except for the accessories. I love getting earrings when I'm on vacation or doing something I enjoy as a souvenir or reminder of an enjoyable time. One on my favorite pairs of earrings my husband bought for me at a gas station during a snow storm 😊. I also have a lot of scarves because I find them versatile and so fun!
But in general, I hate shopping for clothes. I like thrift shopping because I never pay more than $20 for any individual item and that seems like a reasonable cost per wear for clothing to me.
I found my personal style when I started a process of getting to know myself better. I think I used to fantasize about my life. Whatever I wanted to buy something I had this imaginary self in my mind… I literally “watched” that movie in my head about me walking town town in this chic clothes. I got myself into misery. I thing that was a turning point: just realizing that this is not my life. I don’t walk in downtown because I live in the suburbs and I drive everywhere.. I’m a mom and some thing are just not practical for this moment in my life and the most important of all: I do not have to prove anything to anyone including myself😊 my style for this moment in my life is just practical with a little bit of a edgy twist usually jeans, T-shirt and some jackets 🍁🍂
Even my friends with big wardrobes still gravitate towards their same "core" clothing, which they love. If you focus on what those core items that make you feel happy and feel good are, it makes it easy to laser in on the style that works with what you have. Great video as always Christina! Loved it! 😄
Totally agree!
Honestly I did find my personal style by shopping but it was thrifting/thredUP type sites that were what made it. Being able to look at a bunch of clothes without fancy product shots/lighting/the fantasy of it all were really what did it for me and then also digging back into things that I liked and was drawn to as a kid but considering how to pair those things together into outfits. Going back to the least influenced time in my life and thinking about what I liked was probably the most helpful thing. Also thinking about the silhouettes of my favorite items and how to work those into outfits. So creating a capsule wardrobe of my personal basics and then looking at my other items and seeing how those items could tie in with that capsule. If things don’t pair with my most worn capsule items I’m probably not going to wear them you know?
I love that! It's SUCH an interesting perspective to see the clothes for what they are, not when they look their "idealized best" on the models. Im taking that insight with me moving forward as a reminder. thank you!
I’ve lost 60 pounds recently, so have been forced to declutter A LOT. I had way too many clothes from trying to compensate for feeling bad about myself. Getting rid of all the stuff has been emotional. Some of it I realized I didn’t even like. My closet has much less now and I’m hoping I can control my impulses and keep it that way.
“How we spend our days is how we spend our lives” whoa, that got me. So profound. Thanks for being awesome, Christina and for creating content that enriches lives.
*“Make things as simple as possible but no simpler.” - Albert Einstein*
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I think that what your decluttering and finding minimalism did was mature you far beyond your years with regard to fashion trends and many other things. I continued to look to fashion for self-definition into my early 50s (especially after finally losing the weight I’d carried since my daughter was born - she’s in her 40s now). It took getting into my mid-to late 50s to finally move past “what I look like” to “what and who I am” to move out of fashion trends. You beat me by a couple of decades or so! Bravo! ❤️
My clothing journey has gone towards my fantasy self instead of away from it but the editing process is the same. I felt like I wasn't expressing myself honestly and most of my pieces were items that were chosen for me. So I've been going to thrift stores and trying trends and using Pinterest to nail down patterns/ styles that I respond to no matter how much fantasy is in the clothing. (There is a full on fantasy green cloak that I passed on once that I still think about.) I need that whimsy in my life and wardrobe to give me that feeling that anything is possible.
I can totally appreciate this! There’s so many different experiences when it comes to stuff and style ❤️
I can relate - my fantasy self is classy, tailored, and neutral, whereas my real self is colorful layers and mixed patterns with clogs. Full on boho/hippie! 😅
@@zigm7420 I'm still not sure which one I am! D= That's the hardest part!
@@albinoshira you can be both…at different times 💕
@@joywhitley3141 Good point!
Thank you, Christina, for sharing your journey. Even though I am in midlife I find your channel relevant and inspiring. I have been on a wardrobe minimizing journey for a few years. It takes time and patience, but being authentic and honing one’s true style only adds to the unique beauty we each possess. After years of impulsive, fantasy self shopping I have turned a corner. Less really is more, and it took me until midlife to realize this. Decision fatigue was my trigger. Oh - & the glorious epiphany after age 50 that I just didn’t give a flying f**k about what others thought. So soon old, so late wise….🤣
I have found that as I’ve whittled down my closet and targeted my style more and more, I “feel” like my closet is bigger. I wear a greater percentage of it and can get more creativity since the pieces that are left are the ones’s I enjoy wearing and work for me (my life, body, preferences).
So true!
I will forever appreciate this channel "Christina Mychas". You've helped my family a lot,since the pandemic till now your advices and lessons are inspirational and helpful to us.
My husband and I have been able to be minimal, conscious in spending,saving and lnve,sting wisely. We have able to earn on a weekly basis and it helps the family a lot. You're such a blessing to this generation. We all love♥️😊. I'm so happy to join you today too
She is more than a blessing to us. He has changed a lot of families and teenagers for good. We all love you ♥️
Since my colleague introduced me to this channel, I've never missed a content and I'm happy and I'm proud of myself because I've learnt and taught my kids a lot. I'm happy for you dear keep it up👍
@@anthonydaniel8601 I can share some that helped me
1. Plan towards it
2. Be frugal an minimal on spending
(Don't buy what you don't need)
3. Save to (lnvest),it's a proven way to get richer.
Very important to financial success
I did the exact thing you suggested NOT to do 😳. I bought new stuff and now 6 months later I'm decluttering my way through, realising my style, was in fact, not the new stuff....
Love your honesty, this is what we need
Yes yes yes !!! Giving a chance to what we already have is magnificent.
Even when I buy the most beautiful things, I gravitate towards the most comfy, simple items. You are right that we do not need to shop to find our style. Thanks to you, 2021 is my minimal shopping year and it has been mindblown. Thanks!
Can you do a video on how you take care of your clothing items? Since a smaller collection means wearing and washing more frequently. Like how to keep whites white etc.
I can! The short answer in the interim is oxy clean 😂
I've often had the impulse to shop, but am limited by my very small income. I found myself buying cheaper versions of something I really wanted, to fill that "void" instead. It never paid off, and I was always left with 5 cheap shirts I didn't like, instead of one, slightly more expensive one I did like. Now, I'm working to be more financially literate, and I'm focusing on saving up for a piece I love.
One of the advantages of watching content from Australia is that I can see what is ahead of me in terms of what is next season trends/ fashion. I can then save what I am interested in on my Pinterest board in a Wishlist category and then look for these items when they come into stock with my favourite Australian brands * or the few international brands that I will shop from). I now have a few items on my Wishlist for next Autumn ( March / April) next year so have plenty of sitting time. for the summer season we are coming into I will probably just get one more pair of sandals and that is it. You and a few other YT’s curate for me the styles I like then I can just look for what I need with this input. Kind of a slow fashion method from the Southern Hemisphere that gives you plenty of thinking time.
I’m watching this as I declutter.
2 black bin bags later …
Also I love when you talk about a ‘fantasy self’ I honestly thought it was just me
I've understood my style so much better by connecting more with what I own. Its been through switching from a buying mindset to loving the colours and textures of what I already have. My dream colour palette makes me feel more harmonious and happy!
Your description of how you felt in fantasy self items rang so true. I find that checking whether I would be happy to wear the item for the rest of the day helps reduce these purchases.
How did you know I needed this video today?!
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I needed this video today. I been struggling w my shopping closet and myself in general. Thank you!!!! SUBSCRIBED
Omg thank you for being here!
Fantasy self vs real self-love it!
I liked the restaurant analogy. Congrats 🎉 on getting it figured out .
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Currently I'm 48 years, so I'm still preserving tops and bottoms since year 2000! A very fine high cost tops and bottoms, like the year 95 croooed blazer BCBG,. Max Azria JCrew shirts and jackets, as well as cotas, most of them I preserve those pieces in patters that I don't use, cause I didn't like them, since the 90's, so this fashion trends, turned in halloween disguise, like my black prom dress
Thank you Christina for sharing your journey with us, all your struggles with debt, overshopping etc. really hit home with me. I admire your way out if it and transparency. Not many people admit how much time, effort and money they put into they looks only to find out that we should rather find simplicity in things. Your philosophy is like a therapy session for me👍. Please continue with your videos!
I feel like personal style can be so elusive! For years I've been trying to cultivate a "style" but your comment about what we wear IS our style feels so true. I will say - definitely wish I did some tracking and soul searching before all that decluttering! I think I put too much attention into culling things that I went a little overboard and I find myself missing clothes I've donated! Wish I had put together a spreadsheet back then, but it's all about finding a balance
Now that I'm in my 30s, I finally fell free to dress exactly the way I want without being afraid of judgment. Also, I work at a music school. So I got rid of denim, high heels and anything that feels uncomfortable. My personal style draws a lot from fantasy and literature in a kind of urban/casual way, you know? I figured it out through months of curating my wardrobe (which have been minimal for years now, but never felt quite right) and investigating what I wanted to communicate by dressing
Thank you, this video hit home! I often find myself wanting to shop for clothes/revamp my style when my confidence is low. And then (surprise surprise!), I buy the new clothes, "feel cool" the first few times I wear them, and then realize they are not me (i.e., not comfortable, or what you said in the video "like I try too hard"). Clearly the problem isn't my wardrobe but in my head. I love what you said at the end thay we just need to accept ourselves and our wardrobes, simple and beatiful ❤️
i found my style by becoming aware of who i truly am ... and then just expressing who i am through clothing ;)
Love that!
I didn’t need to shop to figure out my personal style, but now that I’ve figured it out, I realized I have A LOT of gaps in my wardrobe. My closet was either practical or trend driven and I never paid much heed to core basics and staples that created substance in my closet. I’m now on the hunt to fill those gaps so I do need to shop, but it’s been fun trying to find the things I want second hand first before diving into all things brand new.
You're one of my favorite youtubers. You are so wise, I learn so much from you and its litterally life changing because I'll be saving money and one day i will also be debt free 🤗
Always appreciate your messages. I can really relate to the confusion of too many choices and yes I am on the journey to building the 4 star restaurant wardrobe. Thanks.
It's like, we try so hard to be cool and you are cooler now than ever right? Being a nice person and being comfortable in what style that feels good makes you really cool.
So many people online are merely body's of add's.. its their work to wear trendy clothes - and if thats all you do, it's just not that cool..😲😘💩
Thank you for sharing - you are making a difference and what a wonderful and meaningful way to live ❤🙏🏻
Your videos and other minimalism channels helped me discover my style uniform too. I basically wear blue tops and jeans and realized my style is more casual than I thought. It makes shopping much easier 🎉
thanks for posting this! i just started a no-buy month because of a lot of shopping, so this is going to be a really helpful video for me. :)
I have found my style and own items that fit the style template. I agree that get lost with the so
many items in my closet that do not fit my style. I am overwhelmed at times. In my defense, I bought many of these clothes when my preferred styles were not available like High waist bottoms and looser, non form fitting tops. You’ve inspired me to pull out all those item and begin to let them go. Nice pieces like cashmere and other natural fibers kept me bound to them but I need the space in my closet and piece of mind. I’m doing it!
OMG the fantasy self, that's it, that the problem, that's why I keep buying things I never wear, things that make me feel uncomfortable/ridiculous/disguised and then it goes to the garbage. Thank you !!!
Whenever I use something that I don't really feel comfortable in I feel I'm putting on a costume
SAME!!! Omg you put that feeling into words so well.
As a somewhat eccentric dresser, I will say that there is a comfort level that you sometimes have to break to wear items you really want to wear. But if you sit with the discomfort and wear the item a few times, it becomes so familiar that you absorb it into your comfort level. I think discomfort stops a lot of people from dressing how they really want to! People very often (nearly daily,!) come up to me and say ‘I’d love to dress like you, but I don’t have the courage.’ I would say- if it’s something that brings you joy and speeds up your heart rate, but going outside in public in it is what bothers you- then just go for it! The discomfort period will be over before you know it and it’ll be worth it.
Wow, this is great. The fantasy self piece is really resonant to me right now, especially because my life continues to change, my career evolves, and I think I'm really struggling to accept that the me that likes to wear comfy cozy work-from-home clothes a lot is not the person who used to wear fabulous costume-like outfits everyday. It feels like a failure to not be the extravagant version of myself that I imagine, but hearing you talk about your experience and your journey with tracking things was really resonant. I also would love to explore how laundering and caring for clothes factors in...
Love this. Love this message. So refreshing.
Thanks for the positive video! I've gotten so much out of reworking my wardrobe this year and have found it therapeutic and a creative outlet. I've also loved growing in my own ways more minimalist or a word I maybe like even more for it is "intentional." This video inspires me to try on all my clothes in front of a full-length mirror and take photos of the outfits! Also posting in style or color related FB groups for feedback or getting friends or family feedback can be fun.
Sometimes outfits can be worn different ways to try out different lines too like my rolling up sleeves, buttoning shirts more or less, tucking things in or not, cuffing pants, different shoes, etc. Can take photos of the different versions.
The restaurant metaphor nails it
Love your videos. Inspired me to further downsize my wardrobe and try to find "my style". Keep up the good work! Thanks for sharing.
Actually listening to your last few video's, I've thought about several of the thing's you mentioned. Cleared out item's that weren't being worn, and gave them away. Sad to say, I bought stuff other people had in their "capsule/minimalist" wardrobes that definitely weren't what made me feel my best: those are mostly gone. I've figured out what I wear the most and wear that. Thank-you for sharing your journey, and cheers to you (with finding your style). ❤
For me, I realized what my personal style is by looking into my closet and see what the majority of my items are: high waisted wide-leg items that are 60's and 70s inspired!
Love it!!
Such a good video! The ironic part is I was so hard core into minimalism and keeping a teeny tiny wardrobe that I actually struggle with the opposite which is buying things I actually need or also giving myself the permission to experiment and make the wrong choice sometimes. Have loved your videos for a long time :)
thank you!
Hi Christina, I recently discovered your channel and I have to say, you are an absolute breath of fresh air. I totally relate to what you're saying. It took me 28 years to understand what my personal style is, and to really accept that I am very very minimalist when it comes to dressing. It took me this long to discover basics in neutral colours to mix and match. I spent my early to mid 20s trying to make bright colours, florals and dresses work when I have a muted colour palette and all I really wanted was a simple top and jeans or black trousers. I spent my early corporate career feeling so uncomfortable in public and with such low self esteem. Thanks for making these videos and spreading this message. You've got a new subscriber in me :)
Thank you so much for being here Emily! 🥹🥰
i will thank the youtube algorithm endlessly for suggesting your channel to me
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I've watched sooo many videos about how to find your personal style but this one has helped me THE MOST!! great vid, christina !!
I love how honest you are! Great video.
You've inspired me. I started on Oct. 1 to log my outfits to find my personal style.
Thank you for always being so real and honest with us! 💖
For me, this is probably the most helpful and inspiring video I've ever seen about finding your personal style and creating a minimalist wardrobe. Everything you say just makes such perfect sense and I hope I will succeed at honing my style as awesomely as you have done 😊
Yes. My style has changed. You and your words of wisdom and your journey with this has helped tremendously. I’m still working at it and I’m making progress. Back when you 1st referenced “fantasy self’ that was s huge eye opener for me. Always amazing content here!
I have a similar look to you but I just feel like lost in what I want my personal style to be! I need someone to come into my house and just sort out my wardrobe!
Totally! I’d love to get a style analysis sometime just to get an objection opinion!
i like ur analogy of the restaurants .. curated vs options .. excellent !
I really loved the video! I'm in the process of decluttering my wardrobe. My problem are purses and dresses, I'm getting better in no buying them but still have a lot. I'm moving into a more minimalistic life. I know my personal style but sometimes I impulse buy things that are almost perfect but not quite, I'm also learning to return them, let it go and try to never make that mistake again. I'm also rediscovering my wardrobe and shopping your closet it's the best!
This was so helpful and encouraging…thank you!
I know I’m late to this video, but just wanted to say I also decided to hang onto a few pieces that “never stood a chance” in the past because of how much I was buying and how frequently I had new items coming in. I’ve been hanging onto an emerald green velvet pleated midi skirt for a few years now that I bought in Spain. I love the skirt, and am determined to play dress up this week so I can figure out how to style it. Also, I have been hanging onto a few other items that I know I love and want to style (like my skirt), but either I had too many new clothes circulating all the time or I was decluttering too much and let go of some pieces I now regret getting rid of. 🥺 I recently found my personal style and embraced that it’s a mix of a couple trends (I live in my Doc Martens), but also my style has some more basic classics, some Victorian inspired pieces, etc...because in the end, we as people are complex! We aren’t just one thing, so why should I limit my style to one thing or one “aesthetic”. Like how you have your classics but occasional statement pieces, Christina! You’ve figured out your style and that’s amazing. I’m in my own process, but I know I’m a LOT further along in the process than I was when I was buying every trend and getting lost in the constant pressure to keep up/fit in. So much money I spent....and energy. In the end, though, the trial and error has taught me a very
Valuable lesson.
Your Spanish skirt sounds amazingly lovely!❤
I'm 24 and half of my wardrobe is from my teen years (band tshirt, graphic thee with skulls and heavy metal stuff ahah) and I need to incorporate a more ""mature"" style but boy, it's getting confusing 😭
Your videos are helping me a lot with asking myself the right questions before buying! (sometimes I still overbuy, but I'm working on it)
great tips, I love the concept of letting of a fantasy self. I've got about 3 different fantasy selves and they're all clogging up my closet. Time to shop my own stuff with 2 ideas in mind - my authentic self is enough and I don't care how others perceive my style. If I'm happy that's all that matters...when it comes to personal style that is :)
Your tracker has super helped me declutter and find what I loved 💙💙💙💙
Great video! Def need to start shopping my own closet instead of buying anything new.
thanks for the excel file! I use excel file in my financial budgeting since I didn’t find app yet that suits my needs. So I hope this won’t feel tedious to me as well 💗☺️
I didn’t need to shop to find my personal style. I shopped after found out what I felt more comfortable in with the few pieces I already own, but I have made mistakes/regretful purchases and I think that’s okay. I think is more about purchasing more consciously than not shopping at all.
Great video 💕
This is one of your best videos! Honest, relatable and so practical. Thank you!
I first threw away all the clothes that looker cheap and made me feel uncomfortable. Then I carefully chosen my inspirations and from that created my own style. I made massive shopping and threw away even more of the old stuff. I decided to make my wardrobe feminine and elegant. Tada!
I have learned so much with your journey ❤️ two years now , tons went out of my wardrobe and today I always sit on the purchase as well! Good job girl !
I really love your videos! you're so inspiring and honest with the things you feel or think and that's why I connect so much with your content, I'm in my own journey of finding my personal style while trying to figure out an image as a singer/actress so sometimes is hard but minimalism and channels like yours have been really helpfull and kind to me in this process, keep it up girl!
Thank you! I can really relate to your experience and also find it very helpful to track what I wear and use the information to guide future purchases and define my style.
Love love your channel! My fav no buy channel!
This has been fun and cool to watch. Also and more importantly for me, I found this really helpful. Thanks for sharing part of your journey. Nice work!
I love your style. It's what I wish my wardrobe looked like!
Brilliant. Just found your channel and absolutely love you and your content so far! ❤ can't wait to catch up on more of your videos. Especially the minimalism ones!
I have been the exactly same proccess. And i exactly do the same way with you...
You look terrific in tank tops! I love the rounded neckline on the one you wear in this video!
Since covid it's even harder to declutter. I work at home permanently mostly using loungewear. What I'm trying to do to declutter is asking myself am I excited to wear this again? If the answer is no I declutter the items. I still shop but now I'm trying to do it with full awareness instead of just because I want to shop. Letting my fantasy self is harder than I thought, I'm still struggling to dress just as me rather than a fantasy.
Such a great and inspiring video, thank you Christina!
Im not a maximalist or minimalist, I take what I can use from both lifestyles. To me they are both extreme.
I want personality in my home. And I dont want to focus on having less all the time, because I regretted what I decluttered.
I cant do this because I like different things on different days, so one day I might declutter something I will regret the next day.
So im finding my balance
I have been shopping impulsivity or addictively for decades...I've got into huge debt many times...I have thousands of items of clothing. I have stopped doing this now as I'm 60, and realized it doesn't make you happy or fill a void. I know what I like to wear and I do have a fantasy self but at 60 that is difficult to go with as my body dictates what I can wear ....my heels are just no longer practical ....I still can't get rid of my stuff....I have moved on tons of stuff but need to do more. I don't want to waste my precious life on pieces of material....I just want peace and to look put together and elegant. I have so much stuff I like so can't get rid of it but watching these pod casts makes me think I should but at 60 I have decided the items all have space in various closets I spent my money on them so they can stay for now. I hate waste though and wish the clothes could be on someone's back rather than hanging in a cupboard
Thank you for making your content Christina. It’s appreciated ❤️
Such a good video! I am on a similar journey and I am coming to similar conclusions but I could never express it as well as Christina did in this video.
Thank you so much for this video!))))
Hey there, love your videos. I’ve been curious. Have you ever felt like you had too many hobbies? If so how did minimalism play into that? I find myself wanting to be good at all sorts of things , but that seems to just lead to stress and stretching time thin. Or I’ll say, that’s nice, bet I could build/make/find one better tho…….Any thoughts on the matter? Appreciate the insights from a long time minimalism guru such as yourself :)
This was definitely one of my fave videos you’ve done! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
I've been considering making a spreadsheet to track my wardrobe for a while now. Think I'll definitely start doing it in the new year! I love using spreadsheets. Great video ☺
It's a great idea. Why wait until the new year though?
You are of really great help to me right now. Thank you 🙏