8 Surprising Impacts Of My 6-Month Clothes Shopping Ban
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- Опубликовано: 6 сен 2024
- In this video, one woman shows us what she gained (and how much she saved) from not spending on clothes for 6 months.
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I did 2 fashion-no-buy-years in a row some time ago. It actually was way easier than I had expected and after about the first 3-4 month the urge to by anything new just disappeared. Now I purchase about 4 new pieces a year, mainly to replace broken items or pieces too used to be suitable for the office. It saved me time, energy and money and transformed the way I think about clothes and shopping. Highly recommend.
Any tips for what you did when the urges came up? Also do you use any social media? My weakness are those damn targeted ads lol
@@jackyyrag No, I don't use any social media except for watching videos on you tube. What I usually did, was 'fake shopping' as I realized that the fun part for me was planning the purchase. So I would compare different items, think about possible outfits together with my existing wardrobe and select the pieces I liked most. But never ordered them. I had read the tip in a book about minimalism once, that when we go to an art exhibition, we don't expect to take any of the paintings home and should treat more things the same way. So I just visited the 'exhibition' in my favourite brands online shops. Might not work for everyone, but for me it did.
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I've heard something similar to the exhibition analogy, to think of a clothes being in shops as _in their natural habitat_ so, I guess when you go on a safari (was pre-pandemic, tho) you don't bring anything home.
I’m trying this!!
This is why I liked the work from home. I was able to wear my t-shirts and shorts from 10 years ago even though they have tiny holes in them because no one cares what you look like at home and I didn’t need to dress up just to get my work done.
#1 i can live without new cute outfits
#2 i will now aim to buy timeless pieces
#3 i can finally appreciate quality
#4 i hate dry cleaning
#5 i learned to take care of my clothes
#6 i started to wear "work uniform"
#7 i will not buy pieces with the goal of losing weight
#8 there are things I would rather spend on
Having less clothes and quality pieces makes a big difference. Less clothes really helps getting dressed become so much easier!!
I'm glad I never had this problem. When I was young, we would usually go shopping twice a year, only during the two sale seasons. My mother would buy me only a reasonable amount of clothes, and I would get some from my sisters cousins etc.. And it hasn't stopped since, I love good deals thrifting and being given clothes for free!
We might have been siblings!
I'm exactly the same!
At the beginning of Covid, I did less 'in person' shopping, and I've never had luck buying clothes online (fit, fabric, or overall quality has always been a disappointment). One weekend I decided to 'shop my closet' and really look at what was in there. It was a SHOCK. I thought I knew what I had! So many outdated, too big or too small, or unflattering items shoved to the back - wow. I got rid of two big bags immediately. Then I started digging in - every day I forced myself to wear something I hadn't worn in a while. I found that I had about 260 tops in the house! Some were in storage boxes or in an old dresser in another room which I had totally forgotten about. Some were literally 4 sizes too small - but others were items I've had for literally 30 years and they still look good - and make me feel good! So I wore a top, washed it, and put it on the left side of the closet or drawer. I kept taking from the right hand side. Each time I wore something that didn't make me feel good, it went into the donation pile. I made bags for friends who are smaller than me or like different styles. After almost a year, my closets had only clothes that fit, that I liked, and that I knew I'd use. I felt no need to shop because I have so much! I don't know if others have this situation, but it's worth a try - you may be surprised.
that is a pretty great idea! sometimes you really need to wear a piece in order to realize that it fits or and makes you feel good. will apply that! :)
I wish there was any mention of sustainability in this video. Like when you start buying again, check some pre-owned clothing instead of fast fashion stores. Thrift stores, thred up, poshmark, depop, facebook marketplace, vintage, there are many sources now for pre-owned clothing and you can often get a high quality used piece for the same (or less) than a brand new fast fashion piece. Trend cycles are getting shorter and shorter so almost any current trend can be found in the pre-owned market. It's not only about saving money, it's also about reducing textile waste.
Love 🙏
I stopped going to shopping malls as a form of entertainment and only go when I need something specific, which eliminated my impulse buying altogether. Figuring out what I need beforehand instead of buying something I saw because it's cute has also helped me cut down on buying clothes
I’ve also been guilty of having WAY too many clothes. Over the past year, I’ve lost almost 100 pounds, so had to donate or sell almost my whole wardrobe. I’ve had to buy some new things of course- but I have way less and am actually enjoying it. I’m going to work at really keeping my wardrobe under control. I’m glad my situation forced me to change.
Congratulations! That took some serious work and dedication. Good for you man
I think people holding onto smaller clothes really does depend on what size you actually are. I mean for me, I'm a current 18 and my first step is just to get back into my 16s then I can go on from there. I've gained the quarantine 20 like lots of folks, but I don't wanna get rid of those clothes, Im too close to being back in them!!
Right! I don't know what to do with the clothes I loved pre-pandemic. I don't bike 2 marathons a week to work anymore so I know I will lose SOME weight when that goes back to normal. But I'm also older so my metabolism might not be the same as before. How does one know when to let go of old pieces and when do you hold out hope?
@@siracornful Ive held out for hope the stuff that was in great shape. I did donate some clothes that lost waist shape or I wore to death..those were easy to let go of. But tops are different.I held onto alllllll my good ones. Its easy to flex on a shirt that's a bit tight with a jacket. 😁
It really does depend on several factors. After lugging around my post menopausal weight gain compounded by quarantine weight gain, I finally got serious about my health and lost 47 pounds (2 dress sizes). I started working corporate jobs ages ago and had a lot of classic, high quality pieces that I kept because I didn’t want to part with them. Now I’m wearing my classic blazers and skirts and it’s like having a whole new wardrobe. I’d be kicking myself if I had gotten rid of those items.
For me, holding on to small clothes was a practice in discipline. It has been the motivational factor in my weight loss. For 10 years I held on to my size 4s although I'd become a post menopausal size 14. At times it seemed hopeless but I was *determined* to "get back into my normal size 4". I just couldn't part with my most beloved items!!! Finally, during pandemic lockdown, while most people gained 20 *I lost 50* ! Fitting into those beloved size 4s again has revitalized my life! The icing on the cake is that I still have the items that truly "spark my joy"!
I usually keep one size up and two sizes down - anything more than that I get rid of! My weight does fluctuate, so I know I'll probably get use out of them.
Holes in your socks after 4 months?! I’ve had the same socks for 4 years lol
she needs to cut her toenails more often!
This video made me add up how much I spent on clothes (including undergarments) and shoes in 2021. I am shook. I thought I only spend like $600 last year and it was almost $1500. That’s a ridiculous amount considering how much I ended up giving away because I just wasn’t wearing it. You don’t realize how much you spend when it’s a purchase here and there. I am definitely doing a “no buy year” in 2022.
Try a low buy first! It will ease you in to buying less overall
@@dfjulesful I did more research and I think that’s what I’m technically doing. I think it’s okay to replace something I use a lot if it gets damaged and cannot be repaired or altered like my only pair of running shoes. But I do know I currently have more than enough clothes and shoes to not buy much for a year.
@@JadeManatee That sounds totally reasonable - good luck!
I've never really been a part of fast fashion unless you count graphic tees from Walmart. I did do a huge cleanout of my wardrobe about 4 years ago and decide that I would not wear anything that wasn't comfortable. I threw out all the tank tops that I had to keep pulling up and all the pants that just felt too restrictive. I cut down to a few pairs of shoes that I love both bc of simplicity and bc bad shoes really agrivate my joint pain. I tried to buy clothes that would pair well with the rest of my whole wardrobe so no matter what's in the wash I can wear most of my clothes with whatever bottom that's clean. The result is a wardrobe that I can reach into any day and find a comfy outfit that looks good enough for a job interview. It really helps my self esteem.
Thank-you TFD for including diverse lifestyles and voices on your channel that don't only cater to one demo. It's refreshing.
I think there is something for everyone here. As well, it's good to be able learn about others outside of ourselves.
OMG this series is back?!?!?! I LOVE this series! THANK YOU
when you prioritize comfort and haven't bought clothes in literally years
100% agree with the practices above! I have a thrift shop near me that gives 50% discount on items you buy there if you take your old clothes you don't want anymore. I found that thrifting timeless pieces + buying smaller trendy accessories (earrings, hair accessories, etc.) will still create that trendy look, and it's much more sustainable. And with fashion being cyclical, you'll have everything you need very soon. I recently started wearing accessories I bought 10 years ago again because they are in style again.
This is definitely not a video for me, but I still find it entertaining and useful.
I have bought like 4 items of clothing in the last year!
LOL I had to replace a worn out pair of jeans (in my new pandemic size 🤭) and pick up like two pairs of office casual pants for work, and a cardigan, all second hand. I'm good for another year!
I’ve been looking over the last 3 months of my shopping and I need to stop buying clothes!
I had the same know I know what is capsule wardrobe and I'm in the therapy and I can manage with my stress better than shopping. I know more about materials and most of clother are not worth of the price. I wish you all the best
As a fellow clothing addict, I can totally relate to this. I walk into TJMaxx or Nordstrom rack and I hear the dresses and shoes calling my name and I simply can’t resist. I honestly don’t think I can go a whole 6 months without buying any new clothes
One way is out of sight out of mind by unsubscribe from all clothing department emails. Also not going to the stores that you can buy clothes from.
If you find it’s a stress response to shop, definitely start journaling and if you can afford seeing a therapist to help identify the triggering stressors.
I thought the same. Just don’t go to the shops - out of sight is out of mind. It’s liberating when you’ve broken the habit. 😊
I've found that If i only run errands on lunch so it forces me to not stop by tjmaxx. And I schedule "must dos" before going like cooking, cleaning, etc so by the time I would go, It was too late or I was too tired. Every few months I go to target for a relaxing day but I rarely buy anything because I know I can make it fit better at higher quality
I love TFD, but vids like this have made me realize I'm not exactly the target audience. I hope it helps those who are!
SAME! I def could go six months without buying clothes and not even notice.
Same here. I've never even seen drycleaner from the inside, less bought clothes that would need that.
Indeed. I buy new clothes maybe every 6 months and spend about $200, and that's way more than I used to.
@May Moreshet maybe they're people learning how to cope after they've been told by their rich parents that they're going to have to make their own way in life
That's the only thing I could think of. Id be bankrupt if I tried this lifestyle 💸
@@mollyb8136 Some people are just really bad with money. I had a work friend who'd get Starbucks every morning, then takeout every lunch, then snackies on the way home from work, then hit up an upscale pub every weekend. But she and her husband were poor as heck, and when their car broke down they couldn't scrounge up the $1200 to fix it, even though they'd probably spent that much eating out the previous month. Lovely girl. Couldn't budget to save her life.
No one should judge where others spend their money, but $1,800 in six months on clothes!?! OMG my wardrobe would be spectacular if I spent that much on my clothes.
LOL that’s honestly not terrible imo, although I recognize everyone’s financial situations and priorities are different. I buy a few high quality capsule pieces a year and they last me a decade, it comes out to about that much every six months (give or take)
@@alongforthememories sounds like you have a spectacular wardrobe! Color me jealous #lifegoals
If she was (very) frugal in other areas then maybe it's okay. One thing we should all avoid doing is spending money just to spend money.
That's around $70 a week. If she's the type of person who goes shopping every week as a "hobby" I can definitely see her spending that much. Even fast fashion adds up quickly when you buy whatever catches your eye without putting any thought into it.
It seemed enormous to me as well...
I still have coats that are 15yrs old. I'm buying quality pieces now. I usually put the new clothes I want on my wish list for my birthday and Christmas.
Can you talk about the white collar trend of working two full-time remote jobs? I've heard people are making $200,000 to $600,000 doing this! Is this good, is this bad, is this ethical, is this okay because we hate corporates, is this okay because most office jobs have so much downtime???
I do it currently. Being overemployed has been beneficial to me tbh. I've managed to more than double my income, increase my savings, buy a new laptop and whatnot. It's manageable bec neither is monitored but I still have to be on the clock for 15 hrs. Do I work that long? Nah. Cons would be having to file double leave and not having much free time on the weekdays.
Wow! That couldn't happen in my field, were a lot of people switch companies and keep in touch. I guess that would work for incredibly focused people working in jobs from separate industries.
Wow! I’d love to see a video on this topic.
@@SpiderLily2024 you should go on the Financial Confession podcast and talk about your experience (anonymously). It's just so interesting and I have never heard of it until like two days ago
@@SpiderLily2024 I hope I can do this too someday in non competing fields. It would be awesome 👌 customer service monitors every minute right now. Sincere kudos to you.
I would also suggest learning how to mend clothes. I even mend my socks
Love this video last year I did a no shopping new clothes only second hand and it was great. This year I need to buy some basics but that it. I have basics that I love and fashion pieces to add something to it. Because I saved so much money I get to buy this year my first designer bag.
How often do people shop for clothing? Do people generally buy clothes more often than 6 months?
One year and going strong... Actually not only did I buy no clothing, I got rid of 4 bags of clothes... And still working on it
I'm not sure if I can hold out for 6 months but I like 3 month spending freezes. My makeup no-buy is just over 2 years and still going though.
Oh boy. I think I have a life’s supply of makeup at this point! I have noticed some of my lipsticks going bad but powder products last quite a while. Plus, as I get older I find I wear a lot less. After decades of applying foundation, I feel less desire to bother with it these days. I need to challenge myself to a no buy on makeup but I love trying new innovative products. Sigh. Thanks for the inspiration! I am going to find a way to make a no buy happen!
I used to buy makeup quicker than I could use it up, even when I wore a full face 4 days/week.
These last couple years really helped me have a better grasp on what products I like and which ones were purchased based on hype and pretty packaging.
@@ColleenJoudrey Same with me! I have loved having a chance the past two years breaking some habits of mine. I don’t wear nearly as much as I used to and I love that. I’m still getting comfortable with less but I’m focusing on technique more and that is fun.
I dont really call it no buy. But i generally havent bought clothes in the last 5 years unless its for my job, to replace a beloved staple in my wardrobe, or if I'm looking for something very specific that I feel my closet is missing. Was on the market for a cream/light tan streetwear style oversize jacket or winderbreaker. I saw the perfect one at h&m and that was the only thing I bought. My rule for for buying any new items are- can I think of at least 3 outfits using this garment and my existing closet? If I cant make 3 outfits, do I have shoes that match to it perfectly? Bc if I dont even have shoes that match- not worth it. If I have to buy shoes to make that thing work, I dont need it. And is it too similar to anything else I already own? If it looks like something else I already have that I love and probably wouldn't wear over this one and doesnt need replacing, I don't need it.
We have similar strategies
I'm too poor for this lol. We shop goodwill when we have to get something, but mostly we just can't afford anything but the bills. I don't feel deprived and I like the clothes I have though.
You would do amazing making audiobooks or narratives, I love the way you talk and tell stories.
A great thing about working from home is not having to worry about being "professional." I am a tall athletic person with long feet, and "professional" women's clothing seems to be designed mainly for short, unmuscular people.. making finding something I like and that fits nearly impossible. I always favored sport/casual clothing (I would love to wear exclusively bouldering pants) because it fits and is comfortable, and now I can because I don't have to show up to a corporate setting. Going to work generally made me feel like a weirdo and knocked my confidence because I felt like such an imposter, trying to fit in and failing. So happy to not have to deal with that anymore and to save the money rather than buy clothes I vaguely despise.
Me too love it
This is a great video!!! I had this epiphany just a few weeks ago and it has been life changing. I’m so excited to invest in pieces that will last me longer and are classic. I rid myself of so much clutter and I can actually see what I have to work with now, and I see those trendy items as having no place (literally closet is full) in my wardrobe.
My issue is finding nice classic pieces that fit my body type. I don’t know how but I can find clothes that fit me at Walmart but not Dillards
I actually started doing this a couple of years ago, because I realised that I was drowning in clothes I bought impulsively.
6 months? I buy clothes every other year, a couple pairs of jeans and a few shirts.
Same here, I don't understand this people
I reallly love this segment in your channel. Totally relatable. And lemme just add, the animation is cute af 😆 keep it up 🤗
This is a therapeutic idea. My shopping addiction is compounded by the fact that I'm an avid, "thrifter"!!! I only wear designer labels and seldom pay more than $10 for any item of clothing. Things get really crazed during 50% off and .99 cent ticket sales. 🤯 My latest find was a brand new Calvin Klein puffer coat for $15! The anticipation of finding great clothes at cheap prices is addictive! Plus, in 2021I started thrifting *online* 😳! Perhaps it's a good thing that I'm running out of room for all my great finds. I'm going to try this!
Who buys clothes like groceries?...
Many do lakshman, many do...
Me too did that in past
Due to fast fashion many people do.
I am coming to the end of a 6-month cloths shopping ban. I wanted it to be a year, but a red workout outfit stained much of my clothes. I am working hard to bleach the whites and they are recovering, but some of the colored pieces are not recovering. I'll likely have to replace them after 6 months are over because they are basics that I wear all the time. My husband bought me a llama wool sweater, socks and hat in Peru a month ago as gifts. Other than those two errors, I think I can make it to the 1-year mark (but does it really count if my husband bought me some items of clothing and I replaced a few things I ruined)? Still, I've reduced my consumption. I am also going through my closet and purging what I don't wear by giving them to girlfriends and good will. My closet is more organized and manageable now. I want to use this method for the whole house now!
$3200 a year on clothes? I doubt I've spent that much in the last 10 years combined. This really highlights the divide between those with higher and lower incomes. The lessons learned are things people who did not grow up affluent pretty much know by the time they're in their 20s and have to learn that it's ok to buy "investment pieces" once we do have the income because we are so accustomed to make do and do without.
I think you are underestimating how much you spend. You probably spent $800-$1000 for the year (i bet you forgot to include shoes)
The visual static filter is distracting.
I did this unintentionally during lockdown anyway. It has changed the way I shop for clothes and I’ve only purchased a handful of clothes since. The most expensive item I’ve bought since lockdown are trainers, (sneakers) to replace my old, fraying ones and even though they were in the sale, the price was eye watering to me, where as I know before I wouldn’t have really noticed.
Last year, I bought some cheap clothes for summer (of which because I work from home, I only wore out when going grocery shopping. I don't have anyone I hang out with and am generally a homebody anyways). That was my first time clothes shopping in nearly a decade. My mom sometimes finds thrifted stuff and gives it to me, even here in my 30's, lol. She gave me a large donation of lounge wear, which was perfect for all the time I'm home now. The thought that going six months without buying clothes is something difficult for people is a bit hard to conceive for me, but big kudos to the narrator for realizing their issue and planning out some alternate options.
What about saving clothes that are too big? Does anyone save them and put them away for size fluctuations? I yoyo from an 8 to a 4, specifically on my bottom half while my upper half stays the same - but I could also sell or give away my larger clothes. Any hot takes?
I gained a lot of weight in the past 2 years and I still save all my clothes since I intend to lose that weight again. It wouldn't make any sense to throw out very nice, expensive clothes that I love just to find out I might need new ones when I finally get to that weight again. Weight fluctuations have been a huge factor in losing money through clothes in my life, so I always save them now or lend them out to friends/family in the meantime if they need something. Why would you throw them out when you already know you'll need them again?
I try it starting today!
I had to do this with makeup, especially palettes and lipsticks. I'm going on year 2 of my no-buy...next up will be a no-buy on clothing (for me, it's Unique Vintage's sales and Target sweaters).
same except now I invest in healthcare (dentist and gym) and long term solutions like laser treatments instead of wearing more makeup. I’m slowly saving up but even so I feel better knowing I won’t feel the need to wear concealer. Everything looks good on a good canvas. Lipstick looks nicer on healthy teeth, makeup looks nicer on healthy skin.
I did this a couple years ago. Came up with a perfect capsule wardrobe. ...And then hit menopause and everything was completely incompatible with hot flashes. (I love chunky turtleneck sweaters.) So now I'm starting over.
I need to try that too. Maybe not a no-buy, but a less buy. I've spend way too much money on clothes these last couples of years. My problem is online shopping and specifically during the winter (I hate summer clothes). It's so easy and convenient and there's always something new calling my name, there are always sales, and I can never resist a nice warm grey sweater... I always justify it by saying that this is the 'non essential' thing I spend my money on (and skincare by I got better at that). I don't really like to go out, spending money on restaurants or bars, I don't have expensive hobbies, I don't have children to take care of... so it kind of okay but I admit I could make an effort and save more money. Time for a saving challenge! :)
Gentleman's gazette had an interesting RUclips video how to wash and maintain wool sweaters. It included suggestions that I hadn't heard before and that I'll definitely try on my thrifted sweater dress that I love.
YES! I've missed making it work
I’ve become more disciplined as well. One thing that has helped me is simply not seeing a lot of items I love anymore when I do look around. Also, the production of clothing - even from brands that we associate with “quality” - has gone down substantially. I can look at certain pieces and tell they won’t hold up long
Ahahah 90% of my closet is dry clean only. I have been to dry cleaners once in my life. I wash them sensibly and all is well xD the label is merely a suggestion imo
Meanwhile I can go over six months without buying new clothes and not even notice! Videos like this are always a little shocking, I don't think I even know anyone who shops this much.
I think you are forgetting when you buy singular items. You most likely buy clothes all year, just not a large amount on a single splurge
So useful, so true, so me! I am on month 1 of not buying new clothes
Love it!
I can not even imagine how you were spending so much money on clothes before this!
Much needed content for ME!
I was so happy a few years ago when I figured out I have a wool setting on my washer. I don’t think I’ve been to the dry cleaner since.
The illustrations are so beautiful!
Great video! I'd also recommend the movie The True Cost to understand the fast fashion industry better.
Six months? I haven't bought clothes in years.
Hello! What softwares/apps did you use to create this video?
Love this series!!! Great content as usual ❤....
I'm not judging for the $ 1,800 on six months of shopping. I just envy you!
I need to do this but with eating out
I legit spent over 100 on takeout just this week
I've missed these!
Number 7 punched me in the gut!!!
whoa! this is not the only video people are basically saying "shopping problem means shopping clothing problem". Is it a norm? Clothing is something, which I don't spend a lot of money for. No way, I spent over 1k Euros within 6 months only on clothes. That doesn't mean tho, I don't spend a lot of money.
I buy a lot of things for my hobbies: buying books (e-books) and mangas and artbooks. subscribing to multiple streaming platforms, supporting some RUclipsrs via Patreon, buying yarns (love knitting), and checking some PC gadgets. I also love to cook many dishes from different regions and some ingredients are rather expensive.
And I feel, I'm not the only female, who is not super enthusiastic to buy clothes but spend much MORE money on other stuff...
True! Well done
Is 6 months supposed to be long? I haven’t shopped for clothes in years....
Due to a disability I am an early retiery, which has left me far beyond my countries poverty line.
I come from an interesting family background because I come from a very wealthy family. My parents split from the rest of the family and we eventually went down to middle class and eventually became poor.
So I experienced it all in a way.
My grandma used to buy me baby clothes which could now pay my rent for a year. It is really crazy to me.
These days I have an involuntary no spend year 😂
Since I stumble and fall a lot and have cats and a dog, I go through a lot of clothing.
Because of that I don't buy high quality shirts or pants.
What I do spend more on though are thick high quality pullovers, shoes and jackets. I personally also recommend getting second hand leather jackets. They are easy to take care of and almost indestructible, as well as really affordable. My last 2 cost 20€.
A pair of hills tugged at your heartstrings?? Mountains have that effect on me, but not hills
I don't understand who makes enough money to even buy that many clothes anyway... It feels weird to be too poor for a financial advice channel
I'm now at the stage of humility that i admit i'm a messy eater and wear an apron at home to save my clothes. So glad in fact - i don't actually like handwashing, or staining and ruining my favourite items!
Not me listening to this while browsing Ebay for clothes 😬
Great video, inspirational !
Oh I thought I was supposed to buy clothes every 10-12 months 😶
awesome video great insight!
What was she buying in H&M and forever 21 that could come to £1800?????
I haven't bought any clothes since the pandemic started
Love this!
Not to mention the fashion industry is one of the most polluting!
Wow, and I immediately started to want to do the challenge=)
I started my fashion no-buy on dec31,2019. What a great decision lol
Oh that’s what am doing now. As of Dec until June no new clothes. But gotta buy some new underwear i think.
$1800??! Even leaving aside the outfits for weddings, that's more than I've spent on clothing in the last decade.
Is the reason Chelsea is not presenting this because of what I have just heard her derisively refer to in another video as 'no buy' exercises are a privilege of the wealthy? Her soapbox is useful when it suits her - it is noticeably absent when it comes time to produce some content.
It's otherworldly experience. Currently I don't own any clothing that I bought myself new. All it is given, gifted or second handed. And the last time I had my new "non-new" clothing was over the year ago.
And some people has to take a effort to no buy clothes. Wow.
I really don’t understand the point of this comment and all the ones like it. Did you really think that we all have the same spending habits? Some people buy coffee everyday. Others buy lottery tickets every week. There’s is absolutely something you buy regularly that someone else never buys. So what is your point? That you’re somehow holier than the OP because you don’t buy one specific category of things?
Perfect! Great information and insight. Thank you.
My favorite videos
Can we have 3 videos every week of these ?
Plz
Pleaase
These are rich person's problem, mostly. I learned to darn my socks and resaw buttons in primary school, and I wear my clothes until they fall apart. And shoes.
Amen!!!
People who brag about never having had this problem usually don't have much fashion sense 😂 look don't jump on me ok? I just find it funny 😜 I think this issue goes really deep actually to searching for who you are in a sense. It's a really interesting topic!
i havent bought new clothes in 4 years...
People buy clothes at intervals shorter than 6 months? I haven’t bought any since the pandemic started XD
i like buying clothes this is good blog
Shop in thrift stores. Everything except undies and socks. That solves all the problems.
This is some middle-class privilege >.>
As much as I love this channel, my god, so many of these takes are so bougie. This feels super out of touch & I suppose that every vid can’t be focused towards folx who don’t have all of this privilege, but everything listed is screaming “I grew up without worries”.
“When i didn’t have any restriction on shopping and could just replaced something when I needed to…” People who have to make everything last never have this mindset (as mentioned in your vid last week). Socks that disappear are confusing and annoying and we care about making things last It’s just so hard to listen to a video like this because so much of it is inaccesible.