I am working on making colourful capsule wardrobe/other style direction examples for you guys! Keep an eye out on my channel and my blog because I think these might be helpful to those of you with a less basic/minimal style than mine. Can’t wait! ❣️ Signe x
Use Less color is something I have not bought but I totally want to buy. I guess color to me right now is leopard, gold, and silver lol yes I need that video! Please 😎thank you ✌🏼
I would love seeing capsule wardrobes based on other colors than black or perhaps some frivolous gray ... Red, brown, blue, green, or actually using multiple colors that match.
Yes please! I look better in colors and have been addicted to prints over the years, so my wardrobe really needs help to get to a point where I can create outfits easily. As a result, I keep going for dresses, because it's easier to put together an outfit.
I think that you are one of the rarest designers who are not pushing people into consumption. Thanks for all your tips. Love your lifestyle xox Algeria
Signe, I have been watching your videos since the beginning of my minimal journey since 2016. You inspired me to buy secondhand items and now the majority of my wardrobe is secondhand. Your style is not only helped me buy less but also more true to my own style. Finding your own style not following trends all the time is so important! Thanks a lot!
That was so useful, thank you ❤️ Intro: 00:01 What is a capsule wardrobe: 02:19 Why should you try a capsule wardrobe: 04:08 Why is sustainability important in terms of fashion: 07:43 How to build a capsule wardrobe(General ideas): 11:11 How to build a capsule wardrobe(step by step): 25:50 Capsule wardrobe rules: 33:58 Conclusion: 36:11
You've really helped me in my journey to edit my closet/update my style. The biggest takeaway is that it takes time. It would be easy to discard a lot and buy items for your new capsule wardrobe, but NO, that is not the answer! I'm giving myself some time to use what I have and really define what I need, so that the eventual purchase is meaningful. With each of your videos, I learn something new, thank you!
Me too! I’ve really realized that it takes time and should be slow. I used to always just toss stuff and then would feel guilty or have regrets. Now, I’m trading for higher quality or needed items, or donating and being mindful about what I keep and where things go.
So true I have been wanting to limit my wardrobe for about a year now and I have just been going through my clothes every 2-3 months and looking at what have I not worn since last time I did this. And the last two times I have ended up with 2 donations bags for my local thrift shop, given some if those donations weren't clothes some of it was bedding and old toys and such. While clearing out my wardrobe to a reliable reusable place I am also getting new outfit pieces that are more use able for multiple purposes. And I'm doing it but I'm doing it slowly. My wardrobe is no where near small enough to be considered a capsul wardrobe yet but I'm proud of it.
Fantastic online workshop. You gave so much great information in here. I love your version of a capsule wardrobe and think I may gravitate in this direction after my first few capsules. My tags would probably be classic, feminine, vintage, and retro.
Finally! After watching so many videos with no real guidance and after purging my closet down to the bones I understand how to properly create a capsule wardrobe! Thank you! Now, excuse me while I go binge watch her videos.
I am a teenager and I have a anxiety disorder and I started to declutter. I started with some schoolwork and,then moved on to drawings and then.... my closet. It was a mess I had still clothes from middle school and, it was overwhelming. Now after a few weeks I actually donated 5 bags of clothes and, have a closet of around 53 Items left. I still try to go trough them a lot because I keep a lot in the maybe pile but,after this whole process I felt way more relaxed and, my anxiety became less and,it’s way easier to make outfits for school but,also for formal moments Thank you for inspiring me.❤️
Demi de Ridder thank you for being so honest, it means a lot to me! I too struggle with anxiety and I have found that simplifying my life has helped so much! ❤️
I really like your idea of stick to sustainable items. I am an Indian girl and we have variety of options other than Jeans, Tops, Jackets; like Saree, Suit, Kurta, etc. but still I find your videos very helpful. Because of you I got to know that what my actual style is and what type of colours and clothes I should invest in. My western closet is exactly like yours but I am still trying to figure out my ethnic closet...... You are doing a great job and I really adore your style...
Before I knew what capsule wardrobes were, I was not only in that cycle of producing waste, but my style just felt like something that made me feel younger than I actually was. Going through the process at the time wasn't easy, but when I look back on it now, I feel like this idea of choosing style over fashion and being more minimal has helped me to grow up and become more of an adult. Thank you for always being a source of positivity and inspiration, Signe!
I am very motivated to get my capsule started after watching your video. Unfortunately, I have over 40 items in shoes/boots alone so this will be difficult for me. I'm a little on the hoarding side and will definitely have a problem letting go of things that I have an emotional attachment to (almost everything I own). Currently, my clothes occupy two large bedroom walk-in closets and most things in the closet still have price tags on them. Having said that, I will follow your guide and get it done! Wish me luck! :)
I really enjoyed hearing your story! I applaud you for your commitment, dedication and steps forward towards doing the right thing, following through on how you wanted to positively influence the fashion industry! I love your channel and completely agree with choosing sustainable, timeless fashion and your channel is so encouraging! I feel that my story is very similar actually, choosing to go to school in healthcare and finding that I wanted to instead encourage others towards a healthy lifestyle. Work more in a preventative space, encouraging health and wellness, verses treatment in pharmaceutical- only based care. This resulted in me needing to change my path as well and that process wasn’t all that easy. Your story was very encouraging, thank you for sharing!
So cool that you have done this. I'm 47. When I was 17 and at college studying beauty therapy, I used to love going to Brighton and looking for nice clothes to wear out and at college. The trouble was I used to get fed up with some clothes and naturally wear more of certain types of clothes. I think it was more of a financial choice that I used to gravitate towards black tops and blue jeans or white or grey instead of more fashionable items, I used to feel fed up that the new top I got excited about was not fashionable after a month or so. I've been dressing in a more capsule way since. I wear a uniform to work so that four days of the week sorted. It makes financial sense too as well as environmental.
Audrey Coyne also does capsule wardrobe on her channel and she incorporates more color and some dresses... she would be a great one to team with as you both like classics. .. although she is more traditional and you are more rocker.
I so appreciate your positivity and not taking a hard line! It’s why I love to learn from you. My goal: did I do better this month? Then I’ve made progress.
I enjoy and am inspired by all of your videos but this one was a game changer for me. I watched The True Cost, so moving and heart wrenching. Needless to say, the way I look at my clothing and purchases is forever changed. Thank you for helping me along on the path to understand that a love for fashion and ethical and sustainably conscious consumerism are not mutually exclusive. Love what you do!!!
This video serves as an example for those of us sucked in by the word "fashion". I have slowly tried to minimize but it is a process, a slow process. Thank you
You’re the best. I always revisit your videos. I’m slowly but surely creating my own capsule, and I don’t find pleasure in shopping impulsively as I used to. Thanks for all your amazing content!
This is such an awesome inspiring video. I have a similar style and colour palette to your wardrobe. I stopped buying fast fashion trendy clothes a year ago and now buy quality as well as second-hand. It has been a slow process to declutter the old clothes I no longer reach for. Keep up the great work Signe! 🌹
This was one of the first of your videos I watched. Still thinking, it is simply brilliant. It fits my worldview and helps to feel "connected" with like-minded people. Thank you
You are right- what is going on now is scary but thinking forward- what we will we do (educate, buying second hand/ shop our closets/discuss how to help) and keeping hope and positivity- can help a person moving forward. I love buying second hand and using what I have to make outfits at home. Thank you for your videos and for sharing with us.
It's so nice that you're caring and non judgemental, I think some channels are like that too, but in the comments it feels like people are too quick to judge others, be negative or just preach like we're not doing it right.. it's much more welcoming here. I realize I have such a long way to go, it can be off-putting at times, overwhelming I guess. I've accumulated so much crap, tried this and that with new seasons, I'm not the worst, but I've not been intentional with all my purchases, or I've thought "it'll do" only to find it just doesn't work long term.. I've held on to things, I have wasted money, time, energy, and now emotion. It's just time to let it go, and be grateful I've realized now I guess, better late than never as they say. Thank you for being uplifting to others x
I hope we all win ❤️ I’ve been watching your channel for over a year and have learned so much. Not just about how to get dressed but your work evolution as a woman and entrepreneur. Thanks for putting yourself out there.
Hi Signe, thanks for a great video on the basics! I counted my WHOLE wardrobe, all seasons, and came up to abt 70 pieces in total. I've been living with an "unconscious" capsule wardrobe, wearing some favorite pieces over and over. Now I'm excited to start creating a conscious capsule with more focus color, texture and fit. I mostly shop 2nd hand, it's become such a good habit. It's really interesting how when I wrote down what I'm looking for, I became aware of my lack of focus when shopping. Really good to reflect and become clear on what I'm looking for.
Enjoyed your video. When talking about hanging your clothes on wire hangers and making marks especially on your shoulders a tip I received from my 95 year old mother in law is to turn your sweaters or tee shirts inside out when hanging them on the hanger no more shoulder marks. Give it a try.
I just can say THANK YOU!!! you are a beautiful human, your content is always well thought and consistent with your philosophy and way of living. Without knowing I've been using a capsule wardrobe for years, but, I was kind a faat fashion consumer, but wasn't really aware of it. Since I found your channel, I understood what a sustainable and minimalist but also a curated and fashionable my wardrobe could be without shopping every single month. I had a prejudice about second hand (because of what I learn as a kid and also because where I live, is not well seen to buy second hand) now thanks to you, I look, and appreciate second hand items. Also you INSPIRED ME to live a and build a simple but HYGGE life. A thank you couldn't be enough, but is the only word I find. ♥
You inspired me last year,so I made a capsule wardrobe for autumn/winter (kind the same for Latvia) .I loved it and wore all the pieces. This year I am buying few things more. So it's getting bigger :) I love the feeling that all the pieces are in high quality and I throw out nothing. Thank you!!!!
Thank you Thank you Thank you! I cannot express in words how this video has changed my way of thinking. I saw 'The True Cost' because of your mention and awareness and I can say it has touched me at my core and it angered me that I hadn't thought about it or researched it enough until I saw this documentary. I'm 4 years late and this has made a true impact in the way I feel about my own choices and the way I will see fashion from now on. Thank you for sharing and thank you for this content which I find so USE 'FULL'!
Thank you for sharing your living philosophy and showing not only your minimalistic wardrobe but also your home. Everything goes together. I really appreciate your effort in sharing. For a more colourful and personal capsule wardrobeI love Daria Andronescu (WonderWardrobe) ideas.
I started my journey with you and some others. First of all, because of excessive consumption . I am a former designer as well and now a strategist in Google. But then my journey led me Into realizing something else. Happiness, fulfilment isn't achieved in things . My inside happiness journey set me free from all consumption and hamster wheel. Thank you !!😍 For so much wonderful content
It’s been so inspiring to watch your video. A few months ago, I decided to buy in vintage stores and spend less money in clothes, just because of pollution in the fashion industry and also I buy just when I need something 😉 hugs from Chile 🇨🇱
Just found your channel and perfect timing. This year I'm doing this with clothing, makeup and my home. I will be following your videos and catching up on previous ones. Thank you!
I am sharing this video. Watched the true cost and was very eye opening. Never think that we have the power to change the system but I can change the way I consume and challenge myself to a capsule wardrobe. Thank you
Thank you so much for your excellent content. Always a pleasure to watch it. I hope you continue being inspired to create and share beautiful, helpful and super useful content. I’m gonna take a new picture of my wardrobe to share the results with you on IG. One more time, thank you for some much help! Love, Karen ❤️
This video was so well made and inspiring. I learned so much about capsule wardrobe and how fashion affects the environment which is something that nowadays we should all really care about. I’m so inspired to start a journey with my clothes and outfits thanks to your tips ❤️ also you are lovely. you got a new subscriber!
You're right--that True Cost trailer is seriously eye-opening. 💔 We've been living with tiny wardrobes for years for practical reasons, but I've enjoyed learning via your channel about quality, sustainable fashion and now I am really aware of the situation we are in because of things like fast, cheap fashion. Hopefully the global community will wake up, too, and we can all make big changes. Thanks for using your platform for such a good cause!
I have a colourful capsule wardrobe. My rule is to only get autumn colours such as emerald green, burgundy, mustard, navy etc. That way I feel like I do not have to think about what colours go together, because all of these tones complement each other well... It works even when I wear more than two colours. My neutrals are black and gray.
I do the same, but only buy neutrals purple, blue, and pink. No matter the season I only wear these colors and everything always matches. I don’t get bored because I look bad in other colors anyway.
I love this video so far but I’m listening on my headphones and I swear I can hear someone snoring in the background 😂 Edit - just got to the part where you say someone is snoring lmao
This was really helpful, thank you so much! I'm actually about to move to Denmark, so this was exactly what I was looking for. And personally I found the dog snoring in the background very soothing :)
You are so refreshing, thank you. Love your philosophy. I have been working on my wardrobe and am committed to limiting further consumption. Look forward to watching your other videos. Keep up the great work!!!
Thank you is all I can say. Amazing and helpful. I have too much of everything and this became apparent when I downsized my home a month ago and have no place for my things. I have some work to do and thanks to you for helping me begin.
Many thanks Signe for sharing what a well-thought-out capsule wardrobe is all about. Your up do hair really looks good on you🤩😉👍 Wearing white tee has always been my dream to wear but I couldn't because I'm stout, with a big belly of size 34😁 I admire you for your kind honesty in encouranging and inspiring people like me not only to look good inside and out but also to help lessen the cause of our earth's pollution in so many ways. God bless your kind heart my friend🙏❤❤❤
Back in the 60's and 70's when I was a kid, my sister and I shared one small closet for school clothes and we each had a chest of drawers for everything else. My parents had the same size tiny closet as my sister and me and one dresser for both to share. We had plenty of room. Now I look at my huge closet and wonder when the fashion gluttony began. I only shop a couple of times a year. My problem is never getting rid of anything, but I'm working on it and making progress. Thank you for your inspiring videos!
Boo Pell I feel the same way. I have SLOWLY been trying to create a more cohesive and smaller wardrobe....and to declutter the things that were my last or fantasy self!
Such an important message and video… I’m ready to view the fashion documentary as difficult as it’s going to be- having full understanding of fashion from design to consumption is how I’ll find my sweet spot and discipline with clothing and personal style. So appreciate your expertise - I’m new to your channel, found thru Alyssa and Christina’s channels- thank you for your generosity and valuable insight 🫶🏼🫶🏼🫶🏼
Watching your channel has really helped me to begin letting go of a lot of things I don’t need in my life, and it has been a great weight lifted from my shoulders. Now, I just wish I could get rid of all the useless handbags I have. I have control over my clothing, but I’ve accumulated years of accessories, and it is quite overwhelming.
Hi, can you share more about your workbook for Use Less? How and why you created it? It is so interesting and inspiring. Also, looks great in videos ❤️
Thank you for all that you share, it was really interesting to hear how you got started and how you changed your career choice. So many useful tips I want to try. Thank you again
Thank you - Covid19 is getting boring at home, so here I go and then I will have to wait for the charity shops to reopen to then donate. I have watched it all and it goes well the slower way of life being mindful, purposeful and at peace with oneself.
Just down loaded Cladwell, looking forward to using it! Thanks for the recommendation. I think your voice is so soothing to Oscar. He sleeps deeply and snores often when you do your videos:)
Good tips. I like everything on hangers, too, because I don’t have much shelf space and I use that for shoes. I move things in and out of storage on hangers (I’m fortunate to have a spare closet), so I don’t have to re-iron everything. I also air-dry my clothes, on hangers, or flat for sweaters, with a fan going, which cuts drying time in half and uses much less energy than my dryer. I batch my laundry so that socks can go in in the dryer when I do use it, for sheets and towels.
Thank you so much for sharing your video. You inspire people, to dress well and streamline their closet/wardrobes. I have got rid of 6 black bags of clothes to charity. For once I did not feel like taking out half the stuff and hanging onto it!!!
Signe, have you ever done a video on rebuilding a wardrobe after weight loss. I’ve got 25 more pounds to drop and I’m actually excited to start from scratch at some point even though I literally have built out my current wardrobe…lol. I look forward to starting over and having a little project but coming from a more informed place with all of your help. Thank you 😊❤👖👚🧢👗
Also a coloured capsule isn't very hard to make. As a French, I love neutrals (white, grey, denim, navy blue, dark, brown or black) and also a pop of colour (red, coral, bright or light blue, some green, pink, tan) that go well with my own colouring (blue eyes, blond hair, like you). My trick is to associate a neutral and a colour in my outfit. It's so easy, and also practical when travelling.
Hi there. You and other girl on You Tube changed my perception for clothing. I used to do impulsive shopping or buying dress for every occasion, also I loved sales and cheap materials. This way my wardrobe was full of crappy tops, overstreched jumpers and not fitting denim jeans... Thanks to you and Emma Hill, here on You Tube I started to do more intencional shopping and rather invest in one nice jumper than 3 crappy ones. I stopped all those colorfull and printed tops as I found out that with age they dont suit me anymore but because I didnt get much of wear I still kept them. Now I give it to my family or friend or try to resale it and I really think twice before I buy something. Do I really need next pair fo shoes? When I'm gonna wear it? How can I pair it with my other clothes?ect.. I also found out that my preffered style is quite simple... The simplest the better I feel... For example I will never wear sparkly heels even now, in festive season, I just go for my plain black ones which I can wear for number occasions. For some people my style is boring but I don't care as long as I'm happy when look in the mirror. Over last year I managed transform my wardrobe and I'm still in process. You helped a lot. Thank you
Loved the video and your stance on sustainability . I want to give this a go. Also I love the snoring in the back with the music it was relaxing lol at first I thought I it was my husband 😂
We love you, have wonderful 2020! I truly appreciate your content and focus. It has really helped me. You help to keep us out of sea of buy buy buy. Visiting your site helps to inspire me to stay motivated. 💕💕
Wow! This is really helpful.. Love the idea of capsule wardrobe but it's really hard sometimes. I recently uploaded a 10x10 outfits in my channel just to boost myself to continue on this journey. Hopefully i can do it! More powers to you, you have been an inspiration.. thank you for your channel. You convey powerful message and content. 🤗
Thank you for doing a video on this. I have never been into fashion but find it fun and interesting now. However, I have difficulty working on a capsule wardrobe because, by choice, I am flat chested after two mastectomies. Now that I have a bit of a belly and a larger rib cage most clothing does not look good on me. I love dresses but don't wear them because of that reason too. Could you maybe find someone who has built a capsule wardrobe after losing her breasts and would have some tips for me? I love colorful clothing AND very basic natural colors too. Thank you. ❤
This video was so so helpful! New subscriber here, I've been loving the minimalist capsule wardrobe videos and really want to try to shop more sustainably and contribute to the environment x
This is all great in theory but to find stores that where you can purchase the items. Can you please show how you shop and your thought process as you shop. Also natural fibers .
Great video!Thank you for this brilliant presentation! The only thing I personally don't and wouldn't do is use an app or technology to combine my clothes and shoes. I do get why people do this, and I am not judging, it's just that my generation has learned to use our own skills instead of the internet etc for about anything... Everything stored on the internet uses energy and that's not good for the planet, so I prefer to just use my brain and eyes to do this, as it is one of the benefits of having a capsule wardrobe is that combinations are much easier than if one has a huge, uncoordinated wardrobe.
1st time I have actually seen someone's capsule wardrobe. I figured out the meaning of your channel which is why I clicked on it and only recently learned fashion is such a huge consumer of fresh water. Ugh. TaTa
I am working on making colourful capsule wardrobe/other style direction examples for you guys! Keep an eye out on my channel and my blog because I think these might be helpful to those of you with a less basic/minimal style than mine. Can’t wait! ❣️ Signe x
Use Less color is something I have not bought but I totally want to buy. I guess color to me right now is leopard, gold, and silver lol yes I need that video! Please 😎thank you ✌🏼
I would love seeing capsule wardrobes based on other colors than black or perhaps some frivolous gray ...
Red, brown, blue, green, or actually using multiple colors that match.
Use Less I’m so excited about this... yeah! Lol
Yes please! I look better in colors and have been addicted to prints over the years, so my wardrobe really needs help to get to a point where I can create outfits easily. As a result, I keep going for dresses, because it's easier to put together an outfit.
Maybe your friends have nice clothes you can show? I guess you have fashion forward (well dressed) friends.
I think that you are one of the rarest designers who are not pushing people into consumption. Thanks for all your tips. Love your lifestyle xox Algeria
MERIEM BENMOUSSA thank you so much!
I would love to see your take on a capsule wardrobe for curvier or plus size women.
Out Of all the online stylists I find you most uncomplicated about clothing and keep everything simple. Most appreciated.
Your calm manner and considered advice is invaluable Signe! Inspires me to minimise further and the thinking behind our choices.🧡
Living a simple life, using less is a great antidote for anxiety.
Very true. Ever since I started decluttering, I notice more and more how mess and many things and choices affect my anxiety issues.
I agree!
so true
Nail on the head!
Signe, I have been watching your videos since the beginning of my minimal journey since 2016. You inspired me to buy secondhand items and now the majority of my wardrobe is secondhand. Your style is not only helped me buy less but also more true to my own style. Finding your own style not following trends all the time is so important! Thanks a lot!
Bebeeru thanks for your support and for sticking around for so long! ❤️
That was so useful, thank you ❤️
Intro: 00:01
What is a capsule wardrobe: 02:19
Why should you try a capsule wardrobe: 04:08
Why is sustainability important in terms of fashion: 07:43
How to build a capsule wardrobe(General ideas): 11:11
How to build a capsule wardrobe(step by step): 25:50
Capsule wardrobe rules: 33:58
Conclusion: 36:11
You've really helped me in my journey to edit my closet/update my style. The biggest takeaway is that it takes time. It would be easy to discard a lot and buy items for your new capsule wardrobe, but NO, that is not the answer! I'm giving myself some time to use what I have and really define what I need, so that the eventual purchase is meaningful. With each of your videos, I learn something new, thank you!
Suzanne Cross exactly! Thank you so much! ❤️
Me too! I’ve really realized that it takes time and should be slow. I used to always just toss stuff and then would feel guilty or have regrets. Now, I’m trading for higher quality or needed items, or donating and being mindful about what I keep and where things go.
So true I have been wanting to limit my wardrobe for about a year now and I have just been going through my clothes every 2-3 months and looking at what have I not worn since last time I did this. And the last two times I have ended up with 2 donations bags for my local thrift shop, given some if those donations weren't clothes some of it was bedding and old toys and such.
While clearing out my wardrobe to a reliable reusable place I am also getting new outfit pieces that are more use able for multiple purposes. And I'm doing it but I'm doing it slowly. My wardrobe is no where near small enough to be considered a capsul wardrobe yet but I'm proud of it.
You have made me want to take care of my belongings. To take care when I bring new clothing and accessories into my life.
That is a wonderful comment.
Fantastic online workshop. You gave so much great information in here. I love your version of a capsule wardrobe and think I may gravitate in this direction after my first few capsules. My tags would probably be classic, feminine, vintage, and retro.
If you are looking for new hangers, try the velvet ones! They are great, super slim and keep the clothes from sliding off. I absolutely love them
Finally! After watching so many videos with no real guidance and after purging my closet down to the bones I understand how to properly create a capsule wardrobe! Thank you!
Now, excuse me while I go binge watch her videos.
your calmness is calming thank you ! I just listen to you to chill more than anything!
I am a teenager and I have a anxiety disorder and I started to declutter. I started with some schoolwork and,then moved on to drawings and then.... my closet. It was a mess I had still clothes from middle school and, it was overwhelming. Now after a few weeks I actually donated 5 bags of clothes and, have a closet of around 53 Items left. I still try to go trough them a lot because I keep a lot in the maybe pile but,after this whole process I felt way more relaxed and, my anxiety became less and,it’s way easier to make outfits for school but,also for formal moments
Thank you for inspiring me.❤️
Demi de Ridder thank you for being so honest, it means a lot to me! I too struggle with anxiety and I have found that simplifying my life has helped so much! ❤️
Check out EMILY ELIZABETH MAY youtube channel for capsule wardrobe and styling
I really like your idea of stick to sustainable items. I am an Indian girl and we have variety of options other than Jeans, Tops, Jackets; like Saree, Suit, Kurta, etc. but still I find your videos very helpful. Because of you I got to know that what my actual style is and what type of colours and clothes I should invest in. My western closet is exactly like yours but I am still trying to figure out my ethnic closet...... You are doing a great job and I really adore your style...
Mamta Choudhary thanks for sharing! Love how you embrace different sorts of styles like this! ❤️
Before I knew what capsule wardrobes were, I was not only in that cycle of producing waste, but my style just felt like something that made me feel younger than I actually was. Going through the process at the time wasn't easy, but when I look back on it now, I feel like this idea of choosing style over fashion and being more minimal has helped me to grow up and become more of an adult. Thank you for always being a source of positivity and inspiration, Signe!
I am very motivated to get my capsule started after watching your video. Unfortunately, I have over 40 items in shoes/boots alone so this will be difficult for me. I'm a little on the hoarding side and will definitely have a problem letting go of things that I have an emotional attachment to (almost everything I own). Currently, my clothes occupy two large bedroom walk-in closets and most things in the closet still have price tags on them. Having said that, I will follow your guide and get it done! Wish me luck! :)
I really enjoyed hearing your story! I applaud you for your commitment, dedication and steps forward towards doing the right thing, following through on how you wanted to positively influence the fashion industry! I love your channel and completely agree with choosing sustainable, timeless fashion and your channel is so encouraging! I feel that my story is very similar actually, choosing to go to school in healthcare and finding that I wanted to instead encourage others towards a healthy lifestyle. Work more in a preventative space, encouraging health and wellness, verses treatment in pharmaceutical- only based care. This resulted in me needing to change my path as well and that process wasn’t all that easy. Your story was very encouraging, thank you for sharing!
So cool that you have done this. I'm 47. When I was 17 and at college studying beauty therapy, I used to love going to Brighton and looking for nice clothes to wear out and at college. The trouble was I used to get fed up with some clothes and naturally wear more of certain types of clothes. I think it was more of a financial choice that I used to gravitate towards black tops and blue jeans or white or grey instead of more fashionable items, I used to feel fed up that the new top I got excited about was not fashionable after a month or so. I've been dressing in a more capsule way since. I wear a uniform to work so that four days of the week sorted. It makes financial sense too as well as environmental.
Audrey Coyne also does capsule wardrobe on her channel and she incorporates more color and some dresses... she would be a great one to team with as you both like classics. .. although she is more traditional and you are more rocker.
Diana Scott I love Audrey! She’s really talented 💯
Add in @AlyssaBeltempo and you’d have the (near) global trifecta of conscious clothing consumption/capsule wardrobe stylists.
And Justine Leconte.
@@UseLess_dk So are YOU xx You are extremely talented!! You are up there with the best of them!! You have what it takes to be top of your game x
I love her too
I so appreciate your positivity and not taking a hard line! It’s why I love to learn from you. My goal: did I do better this month? Then I’ve made progress.
I love the idea of you helping other people create a capsule wardrobe!! I'd love to see some colorful ones or boho!
I enjoy and am inspired by all of your videos but this one was a game changer for me. I watched The True Cost, so moving and heart wrenching. Needless to say, the way I look at my clothing and purchases is forever changed. Thank you for helping me along on the path to understand that a love for fashion and ethical and sustainably conscious consumerism are not mutually exclusive. Love what you do!!!
This video serves as an example for those of us sucked in by the word "fashion". I have slowly tried to minimize but it is a process, a slow process. Thank you
I love your style! And love your channel. You are so interesting,cheery,calm, and fun to watch. Thanks for sharing your slow fashion lifestyle.
You’re the best. I always revisit your videos. I’m slowly but surely creating my own capsule, and I don’t find pleasure in shopping impulsively as I used to. Thanks for all your amazing content!
thank you this helped me feel less alone when it comes to my eco anxiety
This is such an awesome inspiring video. I have a similar style and colour palette to your wardrobe. I stopped buying fast fashion trendy clothes a year ago and now buy quality as well as second-hand. It has been a slow process to declutter the old clothes I no longer reach for. Keep up the great work Signe! 🌹
This was one of the first of your videos I watched. Still thinking, it is simply brilliant. It fits my worldview and helps to feel "connected" with like-minded people. Thank you
You are right- what is going on now is scary but thinking forward- what we will we do (educate, buying second hand/ shop our closets/discuss how to help) and keeping hope and positivity- can help a person moving forward. I love buying second hand and using what I have to make outfits at home. Thank you for your videos and for sharing with us.
It's so nice that you're caring and non judgemental, I think some channels are like that too, but in the comments it feels like people are too quick to judge others, be negative or just preach like we're not doing it right.. it's much more welcoming here.
I realize I have such a long way to go, it can be off-putting at times, overwhelming I guess. I've accumulated so much crap, tried this and that with new seasons, I'm not the worst, but I've not been intentional with all my purchases, or I've thought "it'll do" only to find it just doesn't work long term.. I've held on to things, I have wasted money, time, energy, and now emotion. It's just time to let it go, and be grateful I've realized now I guess, better late than never as they say. Thank you for being uplifting to others x
I hope we all win ❤️ I’ve been watching your channel for over a year and have learned so much. Not just about how to get dressed but your work evolution as a woman and entrepreneur. Thanks for putting yourself out there.
What a lovely comment!! Thank you so much girl! ❤️❤️❤️
All I wear are two pairs of leggings and my husband's hoodies. 😭 I love your style!
I love what you said about not having to point out each other’s mistakes :) At least we’re trying! Such a great way to think about it
Hi Signe, thanks for a great video on the basics! I counted my WHOLE wardrobe, all seasons, and came up to abt 70 pieces in total. I've been living with an "unconscious" capsule wardrobe, wearing some favorite pieces over and over. Now I'm excited to start creating a conscious capsule with more focus color, texture and fit. I mostly shop 2nd hand, it's become such a good habit. It's really interesting how when I wrote down what I'm looking for, I became aware of my lack of focus when shopping. Really good to reflect and become clear on what I'm looking for.
Enjoyed your video. When talking about hanging your clothes on wire hangers and making marks especially on your shoulders a tip I received from my 95 year old mother in law is to turn your sweaters or tee shirts inside out when hanging them on the hanger no more shoulder marks. Give it a try.
I absolutely love your channel, your style and your vibe. This was such a thoughtful video! I appreciate you!
I admire your way of thinking and living. I've learned many things from you, about sustainable fashion. Thank you for your videos!
I just can say THANK YOU!!! you are a beautiful human, your content is always well thought and consistent with your philosophy and way of living. Without knowing I've been using a capsule wardrobe for years, but, I was kind a faat fashion consumer, but wasn't really aware of it. Since I found your channel, I understood what a sustainable and minimalist but also a curated and fashionable my wardrobe could be without shopping every single month. I had a prejudice about second hand (because of what I learn as a kid and also because where I live, is not well seen to buy second hand) now thanks to you, I look, and appreciate second hand items. Also you INSPIRED ME to live a and build a simple but HYGGE life. A thank you couldn't be enough, but is the only word I find. ♥
Mireille Matta this makes me beyond happy to hear!! Thank you! ❤️❤️
The sustainability movement is really catching on with the mainstream USA.(fast fashion,are shutting down)folks are sick of excess.
Don’t stress the process ❤️ love and appreciate the encouraging positive way you present
❤️ from the Pacific NW - USA
Tanya Best Hill agree! Thank you ❣️
I love the video but to be honest, Oskar snoring was the best part 😍😍😍
I really appreciate this video, all the thought and care that is in here. Thank you.
You inspired me last year,so I made a capsule wardrobe for autumn/winter (kind the same for Latvia) .I loved it and wore all the pieces. This year I am buying few things more. So it's getting bigger :) I love the feeling that all the pieces are in high quality and I throw out nothing. Thank you!!!!
Thank you Thank you Thank you! I cannot express in words how this video has changed my way of thinking. I saw 'The True Cost' because of your mention and awareness and I can say it has touched me at my core and it angered me that I hadn't thought about it or researched it enough until I saw this documentary. I'm 4 years late and this has made a true impact in the way I feel about my own choices and the way I will see fashion from now on. Thank you for sharing and thank you for this content which I find so USE 'FULL'!
I like the classic basic capsule wardrobe and if you want colour just have a couple of tops in colour would be easy
you are faster becoming my favorite youtuber/ content creator!! so true, simple and down to hearth!
Check out emily elizabeth may youtube channel for capsule wardrobe and styling
Thank you for sharing your living philosophy and showing not only your minimalistic wardrobe but also your home. Everything goes together. I really appreciate your effort in sharing. For a more colourful and personal capsule wardrobeI love Daria Andronescu (WonderWardrobe) ideas.
I started my journey with you and some others. First of all, because of excessive consumption . I am a former designer as well and now a strategist in Google. But then my journey led me Into realizing something else. Happiness, fulfilment isn't achieved in things . My inside happiness journey set me free from all consumption and hamster wheel. Thank you !!😍 For so much wonderful content
It’s been so inspiring to watch your video. A few months ago, I decided to buy in vintage stores and spend less money in clothes, just because of pollution in the fashion industry and also I buy just when I need something 😉 hugs from Chile 🇨🇱
Thank you for sharing this, the time and effort you put into this is greatly appreciated! You are such an inspiration Signe x
Just found your channel and perfect timing. This year I'm doing this with clothing, makeup and my home. I will be following your videos and catching up on previous ones. Thank you!
I am sharing this video. Watched the true cost and was very eye opening. Never think that we have the power to change the system but I can change the way I consume and challenge myself to a capsule wardrobe. Thank you
Thank you so much for your excellent content. Always a pleasure to watch it. I hope you continue being inspired to create and share beautiful, helpful and super useful content. I’m gonna take a new picture of my wardrobe to share the results with you on IG. One more time, thank you for some much help! Love, Karen ❤️
This video was so well made and inspiring. I learned so much about capsule wardrobe and how fashion affects the environment which is something that nowadays we should all really care about. I’m so inspired to start a journey with my clothes and outfits thanks to your tips ❤️ also you are lovely. you got a new subscriber!
You're right--that True Cost trailer is seriously eye-opening. 💔 We've been living with tiny wardrobes for years for practical reasons, but I've enjoyed learning via your channel about quality, sustainable fashion and now I am really aware of the situation we are in because of things like fast, cheap fashion. Hopefully the global community will wake up, too, and we can all make big changes. Thanks for using your platform for such a good cause!
P.S. Oskar snoring in the background is the cutest. :)
I have a colourful capsule wardrobe. My rule is to only get autumn colours such as emerald green, burgundy, mustard, navy etc. That way I feel like I do not have to think about what colours go together, because all of these tones complement each other well... It works even when I wear more than two colours. My neutrals are black and gray.
I do the same, but only buy neutrals purple, blue, and pink. No matter the season I only wear these colors and everything always matches. I don’t get bored because I look bad in other colors anyway.
I do autumnal colors and jeweled tones paired with neutrals
I love this video so far but I’m listening on my headphones and I swear I can hear someone snoring in the background 😂
Edit - just got to the part where you say someone is snoring lmao
Yeah, her dog
This was really helpful, thank you so much! I'm actually about to move to Denmark, so this was exactly what I was looking for.
And personally I found the dog snoring in the background very soothing :)
You are so refreshing, thank you. Love your philosophy. I have been working on my wardrobe and am committed to limiting further consumption. Look forward to watching your other videos. Keep up the great work!!!
Thank you is all I can say. Amazing and helpful. I have too much of everything and this became apparent when I downsized my home a month ago and have no place for my things. I have some work to do and thanks to you for helping me begin.
Many thanks Signe for sharing what a well-thought-out capsule wardrobe is all about.
Your up do hair really looks good on you🤩😉👍
Wearing white tee has always been my dream to wear but I couldn't because I'm stout, with a big belly of size 34😁
I admire you for your kind honesty in encouranging and inspiring people like me not only to look good inside and out but also to help lessen the cause of our earth's pollution in so many ways.
God bless your kind heart my friend🙏❤❤❤
Back in the 60's and 70's when I was a kid, my sister and I shared one small closet for school clothes and we each had a chest of drawers for everything else. My parents had the same size tiny closet as my sister and me and one dresser for both to share. We had plenty of room. Now I look at my huge closet and wonder when the fashion gluttony began. I only shop a couple of times a year. My problem is never getting rid of anything, but I'm working on it and making progress. Thank you for your inspiring videos!
Boo Pell I feel the same way. I have SLOWLY been trying to create a more cohesive and smaller wardrobe....and to declutter the things that were my last or fantasy self!
Looking forward to the results of this new dimension to your work. Great video and you are a terrific and inspiring teacher. Much appreciated Signe ;)
Such an important message and video… I’m ready to view the fashion documentary as difficult as it’s going to be- having full understanding of fashion from design to consumption is how I’ll find my sweet spot and discipline with clothing and personal style. So appreciate your expertise - I’m new to your channel, found thru Alyssa and Christina’s channels- thank you for your generosity and valuable insight 🫶🏼🫶🏼🫶🏼
I for one would SO welcome you to London to 'capsulize' my vintage/boho/edgy/classic/very confused wardrobe!! Thank you for the inspiration! :) xx
Thank you for all your tips. You're such an inspiration. Can't wait for the more colorful capsule wardrobe tips
Watching your channel has really helped me to begin letting go of a lot of things I don’t need in my life, and it has been a great weight lifted from my shoulders. Now, I just wish I could get rid of all the useless handbags I have. I have control over my clothing, but I’ve accumulated years of accessories, and it is quite overwhelming.
Hi, can you share more about your workbook for Use Less? How and why you created it? It is so interesting and inspiring. Also, looks great in videos ❤️
You're so talented Signe! Glad to be a part of the slow fashion army c; x
I like the idea of the inter seasonal core wardrobe and then adding the seasonal.
Great recap. I enjoy the basic capsule but with such variable levels of cold weather I have to update it a bit more often. Thx. Signe. 🌎💓
This is so complete and well done ! Thank you so much, this is clearly of public interest, everyone should have a look at it !!!
Thank you for all that you share, it was really interesting to hear how you got started and how you changed your career choice. So many useful tips I want to try. Thank you again
Thank you - Covid19 is getting boring at home, so here I go and then I will have to wait for the charity shops to reopen to then donate. I have watched it all and it goes well the slower way of life being mindful, purposeful and at peace with oneself.
Just down loaded Cladwell, looking forward to using it! Thanks for the recommendation. I think your voice is so soothing to Oscar. He sleeps deeply and snores often when you do your videos:)
Michelle Dry yay! I use Cladwell too ! Love it!
Your dimple is so cute! Love your videos
Terri Bowman thank you!
Good tips. I like everything on hangers, too, because I don’t have much shelf space and I use that for shoes. I move things in and out of storage on hangers (I’m fortunate to have a spare closet), so I don’t have to re-iron everything. I also air-dry my clothes, on hangers, or flat for sweaters, with a fan going, which cuts drying time in half and uses much less energy than my dryer. I batch my laundry so that socks can go in in the dryer when I do use it, for sheets and towels.
Absolutely love the closed clear bins placed in the shelves!!
I LOVE THIS "Chapter" view of your video , its awesome and i know what to expect!
Thank you so much for sharing your video. You inspire people, to dress well and streamline their closet/wardrobes. I have got rid of 6 black bags of clothes to charity. For once I did not feel like taking out half the stuff and hanging onto it!!!
Signe, have you ever done a video on rebuilding a wardrobe after weight loss. I’ve got 25 more pounds to drop and I’m actually excited to start from scratch at some point even though I literally have built out my current wardrobe…lol. I look forward to starting over and having a little project but coming from a more informed place with all of your help. Thank you 😊❤👖👚🧢👗
Also a coloured capsule isn't very hard to make. As a French, I love neutrals (white, grey, denim, navy blue, dark, brown or black) and also a pop of colour (red, coral, bright or light blue, some green, pink, tan) that go well with my own colouring (blue eyes, blond hair, like you). My trick is to associate a neutral and a colour in my outfit. It's so easy, and also practical when travelling.
Hi there. You and other girl on You Tube changed my perception for clothing. I used to do impulsive shopping or buying dress for every occasion, also I loved sales and cheap materials. This way my wardrobe was full of crappy tops, overstreched jumpers and not fitting denim jeans... Thanks to you and Emma Hill, here on You Tube I started to do more intencional shopping and rather invest in one nice jumper than 3 crappy ones. I stopped all those colorfull and printed tops as I found out that with age they dont suit me anymore but because I didnt get much of wear I still kept them. Now I give it to my family or friend or try to resale it and I really think twice before I buy something. Do I really need next pair fo shoes? When I'm gonna wear it? How can I pair it with my other clothes?ect.. I also found out that my preffered style is quite simple... The simplest the better I feel... For example I will never wear sparkly heels even now, in festive season, I just go for my plain black ones which I can wear for number occasions. For some people my style is boring but I don't care as long as I'm happy when look in the mirror. Over last year I managed transform my wardrobe and I'm still in process. You helped a lot. Thank you
Thank you so much for sharing, and for keeping it positive!💖
Loved the video and your stance on sustainability . I want to give this a go. Also I love the snoring in the back with the music it was relaxing lol at first I thought I it was my husband 😂
Awww...love the sounds of the snoring puppy. ❤️
You are such an inspiration ❤️ thank you
Jimenez Nicky thank you!
These shots from your old house make me very exited for your new house haha! Great info and very thoughtful guide xx
We love you, have wonderful 2020! I truly appreciate your content and focus. It has really helped me. You help to keep us out of sea of buy buy buy. Visiting your site helps to inspire me to stay motivated. 💕💕
Awesome video Signe!! I use both your ideas as well as Project 333
Wow! This is really helpful.. Love the idea of capsule wardrobe but it's really hard sometimes. I recently uploaded a 10x10 outfits in my channel just to boost myself to continue on this journey. Hopefully i can do it! More powers to you, you have been an inspiration.. thank you for your channel. You convey powerful message and content. 🤗
Thank you for doing a video on this. I have never been into fashion but find it fun and interesting now. However, I have difficulty working on a capsule wardrobe because, by choice, I am flat chested after two mastectomies. Now that I have a bit of a belly and a larger rib cage most clothing does not look good on me. I love dresses but don't wear them because of that reason too. Could you maybe find someone who has built a capsule wardrobe after losing her breasts and would have some tips for me? I love colorful clothing AND very basic natural colors too. Thank you. ❤
This video was so so helpful! New subscriber here, I've been loving the minimalist capsule wardrobe videos and really want to try to shop more sustainably and contribute to the environment x
This is all great in theory but to find stores that where you can purchase the items. Can you please show how you shop and your thought process as you shop. Also natural fibers .
Thank you, thank you, this video is so informative. I've wondered about how you got started. This video
Great video!Thank you for this brilliant presentation! The only thing I personally don't and wouldn't do is use an app or technology to combine my clothes and shoes. I do get why people do this, and I am not judging, it's just that my generation has learned to use our own skills instead of the internet etc for about anything... Everything stored on the internet uses energy and that's not good for the planet, so I prefer to just use my brain and eyes to do this, as it is one of the benefits of having a capsule wardrobe is that combinations are much easier than if one has a huge, uncoordinated wardrobe.
Thanks as always Signe. I always appreciate your informative videos. I have learned so much from you. Love Oskar’s snoring. Lol.
1st time I have actually seen someone's capsule wardrobe. I figured out the meaning of your channel which is why I clicked on it and only recently learned fashion is such a huge consumer of fresh water. Ugh. TaTa