I was crazy enough to be about to get rid of a beige linen double breasted Max Mara blazer, and then I bumped into this video. You literally gave it a second life. Thank you
I just bought a chunky beige sweater and a striped light blue and white striped sweater. They never go out of style. I work in an office and have tons of button down that I wear with sweater over them, or I will open them up and tie them at the waist and wear a cute colored camisole underneath them in the Spring and Summer.
I've held onto a few pairs of wider leg and boot cut jeans from about 20 years ago - I was too heavy for them for some time but have since lost weight and these jeans saved me from buying this style again . I recently purchased two Aron mills Irish knit sweaters that I know will far outlast the sweaters with high viscose content that I've attained the last few years . Sticking to the classic styles serves us well and are better investment pieces .
During lock-down, recently, I went into our attic and went through my old garment bags, containing suits from when I practiced law (I practiced law for over ten years “BC” ….before children 😁). Anyway, I’m glad I went up there, because I found some great blazers, including a gorgeous navy blue Escada jacket that is to die for, and a ribbed, black Louis Feraud suit coat as well. I’m so glad I kept all my suits, that I still fit into the suit coats, and that blazers are still on trend! ❤️
❤️. I’m thinking …who gets rid of clothing unless it’s worn out? I was raised in the greenwayway before the term was coin I guess??? I still have an old curling iron from my teens!! I’m in my 40s! 🤦♀️🤦♀️😂
I always talk my sister into giving her stuff to me. She thinks thing are constantly going out of style. Good. More for me. I hate three Barbour jackets, some nice riding boots, a canna Goose coat( it was brown, and she was convinced everyone needed pink coats or something. Its hilarious what people think goes out of style. I mean even if youre very trendy, its not like any sane person just wears trends top to bottom like a dork.
Blazers and jackets are a mainstay in my wardrobe! They’re practical for chilly offices and they’re wonderful layering pieces that can make an outfit look more polished or trendy. Perhaps I have too many jackets, but I wear them all.
@Katherine Miller - same here, I love my jackets and blazers for the office chill and to pull an outfit together that needs a little something to finish it off and make it more polished or updated and trendy! I don't think we can have too many jackets❣️ Lynn
I'm busty so button-down shirts do not look good on me so I don't possess any! I adore Bretton stripe have about 3 of them! Great advice on boots, sneakers and coats.
@@Thestyleinsider. I adore them! I wear them all the time. Just a little anecdote. Tom Cruise was in the very same small store in Manhattan with his stylist buying cowboy boots for the the movie Rain Man. We had a nice chat. Every year or two they can re-heeled and a moisturizing polish. And cowboy boots are totally back in style I believe. I'm not a cowboy...obviously. but they are the real thing.
Blazers are a must !!!!! I have blazers I’ve held on for yearsssssss. And add new ones often. Sadly, my closet is overstuffed with mostly blazers 🤦🏾♀️
I love blazers too. And they are actually the more difficult/expensive pieces to get, so you have that down. All you need now are camisoles, tanks, tees, shirts, a few pairs of jeans and lovely pants and you will create hundreds of outfits! 👌🏽👌🏽😊
Today I’m wearing my navy suede tall boots that I bought 20 years ago, they look absolutely current. I have also been wearing my chunky boots a lot, they’re even older. I keep my leather footwear for ever, so long as they’re comfy.
I never part with my classic/loved pieces regardless of trend. It's better to wear what suits you and you feel great in, regardless of what's on trend at the moment, not to mention a lot kinder to your wallet. As you said there are many ways one can update and revive a classic look ☺️
I'm glad I've hang on to my long coats and knee high boots. It's been only a decade but they're back and forever in style! Thanks again Leonie for a great video with useful reminders.
I was having a pretty shitty day but you made me smile. Like you I have tossed items that I regreted, but no more, now I keep the good quality items because they do come back and sometimes really fast.I was this close to giving away my over the knee leather boots, fortunately I didn't and am enjoying them again.Thank you lovely Leonne💗
Good advice... 👍 I remember letting go a beautiful black oversized jacket with white squiggles on it about 25yrs ago and still think about it. So now I store and review each year.. a animal print fur coat is one and a black jacket that I have now had and still wear 25 yrs later and feel amazing in. Good advice which will remind me to keep these items xx
This is such great advice and is especially timely in the new year when people tend to go "declutter' crazy. I have made the mistake of being too quick to get rid of pieces then later regretted it, and also had the experience of hanging on to something I never wore for a couple of years, then when I did finally start wearing it, it turned out to be a wardrobe workhorse! Now I've moved to a new job in a new state which will require some changes in my wardrobe, I am making these changes very slowly and thoughtfully though based on my previous experiences. Thanks as always for your great videos and content. I always enjoy them!
Great advice! These are pieces that are easily thrifted as long as the fabric is timeless with no extreme details. The sneakers not so much, but you can save buying kids sizes. Add a fine wool wide leg trouser, quite a nice wardrobe.
So true! I got 2 weeks off for the holidays and wanted to be "productive," so I started to reorganize my closet and drawers so I could declutter. Imagine my surprise when I was honest with myself and saw that I did in fact like, if not love, most of my wardrobe and actually wear everything! I did get rid of some pieces that were beyond repair and optimized my organization, so yay!
I could Definitely add on to this list! Leather Court Heels (black, nude & Navy). I have owned a Navy Wool pencil skirt for 30 years & still reach for it when I have a funeral to attend. A Really good Tailored suit with both a skirt & pants. I tend to hold on to cardigans, I still have one that belonged to my Dad that he had in the 60s! I also never get rid of coats- I don't Need any more coats, but just found myself buying a long chocolate puffer to add to my embarrassing large collection! After 50 years, I FINALLY moved into a house that accommodates my Large Collection of Clothing. It's my Passion & Hobby!!😉 Hope that you & your Boyz had a Wonderful Holiday Season!!
I love wearing jeans now because I’ve flattened my lower abs . I love knee high boots there so fun . Yes this is my first year of wearing crop sweaters so exciting pieces I’ve always wanted to wear .
I rarely get rid of anything actually because inevitably, the minute I do it comes back in style. Case in point - about 2 years back I decided to get rid of my off-white knee high leather boots and now I'm seeing near identical ones all over Instagram. 😭
I thought I had a long dark grey coat, but couldn't find it. I thought I'd misplaced it in my move. Nope. The cat had pulled it off the hangar and stuffed it in the corner and used it as a nest. LOL Everyone loves cashmere! So now I have a nice 'new' winter coat :-D
Ive recently dug out an old MaxMara coat I bought in 1998. I went on their website the other day and was so shocked to see the same style being sold for £1k+ The lining has gone but the coat itself and everything about it chef’s kiss! So glad I didn’t part with it!
💟 I'm with you 100% Leonie.....having kept those items in my closet, I can now reach for them & it is so much fun! As a seasoned woman of age LOL, I have always been into fashion. I tru!y enjoy wearing everything I've held on to. As a collector of outerwear, I'm now challenging myself to wear a different outerwear piece every day!!! Thanks...💟💜💟
I love love love blazers! I think they are the most chic item to own. I still need to find a good pair of dark brown and tan knee boots bc my old brown pair started to peel and fall apart I wore them so much. That is the worst when you have to part with favorite shoes. I'm a huge fan of long coats, even though I'm petite. I need to shorten one I thrifted, but it's amazingly chic and timeless.
About 6 years ago, I fell for all this “minimal living” BS…getting rid of all my really nice, great label 80s-00s clothes. Yes! Lesson learned the hard way.
Perfect timing for me to find your channel. I have been decluttering my closet all day. I fear it will be empty when I am done. I am retired now and reinventing my style. Love your top but I would button one more button.
This is a great topic. The models you show are so helpful in fashion ideas moving forward in the new year. Yes I will keep my heel high boots and sneakers thanks to you!
I love this and appreciate the different point of view, as opposed to all those videos telling you to get rid of something you haven't worn in a year; advice I took as gospel when I should have taken it with a grain of salt! Unfortunately, I got rid of a couple of classics (black suede kitten heel pumps, a fabulous Emanuel Ungaro tank dress gown) because I didn't wear them often, and now really regret it. Oh, and you just reminded me of a denim cheongsam dress I loved that I hadn't worn for a while so I donated it. I wish I had that one now! So, I'm sure people will thank you for this advice!
I love boots and I plan on wearing them this spring and summer too! (Ankle boots, mostly)... And slip dresses! Yes! I only have one, but I wear it year 'round. I always layer over or under it, because I like to keep my arms covered.
Wow this was so spot on practical & amazing! Can you do a video where you mix high & low fashion pieces, e.g. mix something from Everlane or Theory with an Express/H&M piece etc. 😊😊❣‽
I am grateful for this video Ms Leonie because..it is perfect with recycling; reusing and not wasting....in our days, it is SO crucial! Thank you!!! :))
Hi Leonie, I just found your channel and am enjoying your content. This video in particular resonates with me as I found out a long time ago to build my wardrobe with quality classics and branch out from there. I love my blazers - they can instantly transform any outfit, and I love my button-down shirts which can be worn in so many ways. I have seen the fashion cycles over the years and learned the hard way to wait out some trend cycles before giving away certain items from any category (shoes to outerwear and anything in between). Your advice is great, I do love fashion and enjoy adding new pieces to my wardrobe but will always keep classics in my wardrobe. Looking forward to watching more of your content in the coming days and weeks! Lynn
Wow!! I loved this video..Basically, don’t throw away anything as long as you have the space to keep it. It can always be freshened up and modernized with accessories!😜
Until last year I did not own many longer dresses. But I know someone who only wears dresses and she always looks so feminine. The other thing I love about them is it’s really easy to make it look dressy or casual. And I have to purchase a blazer. I used to work and only wore suits so when I stopped so did the blazers. But it’s another way to look super classy or casual. Love your videos I’ve been following you now for over 2 years and you always hit it right on key when it comes to your wardrobe and fashion. Thank you! Keep it going!
Those style trends, shear me up for this winter, still holding thunky knits, there in San Diego California, we have a very cold weather, and currently we are styling those trends, when They. Focus here with the beach, that cenit true here. Still have my clasic tripes, And not only on black and white color, blac and brown thatI renew them this past fall. As well as coats are timeless, so the Buffet still holding this 2020 then the lock out safe advise.
I made the mistake of getting rid of pieces that were too small for me. Now I am that size again and I regret getting rid of them but at the time, they were just sitting in my closet taking up space. I miss those linen blazers in all colors. I had a red, black, and kaiki one and I think I had a navy one as well but they had those big shoulders. I never get rid of coats or boots. But if shoes are older and worn, if you do not keep wearing them, they crack and fall apart. Also things with elastic in it does not age well in a box or hanging in the back of a closet for years.
This video was amazing and sooooo true. There are so many things that I have parted from and regret now. I had a wonderful pair of tommy hilferger espadrilles and I wish I would have kept them. Great video.
It looks so warm and sunny there! We're having a snowstorm in Eastern Kentucky today. I'm sure it's much worse in other states, but 4 to 8 inches is a lot for us! Especially when it's falling at 1-2 inches an hour 🙀 Anyway, I hadn't wore skinny jeans in over a year till a couple weeks ago. I hadn't got rid of any because, no matter what Gen Z says, skinny jeans are now a classic! But I decided if I want to wear them with a particular outfit then I'm gonna do that 👏🏻 heck, I'm wearing a pair right now
Thanks Leonie!!! So many of mh friends got on the "decluttering" trend that they gave u p pieces they wished they kept in their wardrobes!!!!! Not me!!! Cheers
This is a great subject, and you know this has been my main train of thought throughout what trending and not videos. So, it really cool that you finally did this type of video. Because through our conversations we both agree that this is really the best of time as far as fashion because really anything goes, if you like it, style it your way and if you are kind of not feeling it for now boxed it up and mark it as such for instance like skinny leg jeans, rip jeans, etc. You kind of skipped over jewelry and accessories like belts, scarves but that fine because these are the items that kind of help update a look or just bring interest. Very few people wear or think of brooches anymore, but I took a scarf and a brooch and pinned it outside my breast pocket, and I also used brooches to cinch in a garment and people complimented me for it. I will be turning 60, January 8th and I have clothing or accessories that are almost as old as my kids. This is why I trying to stay away from pleather garments/accessories (I did say try) because how they are known to desegrated so quickly. I am favoring lower heels at this time because of an injured foot but do plan to be getting back into the heel of things (lol). Blow some of that warm weather temps my way, our high is going to be 14F. brrrrr! You did good here. Thanks for sharing and blessing to you and all in the days to come.
Thanks so much Denise and if I could send some of our warm weather your way I definitely would. Btw I love brooches too - love the sound of what you do with yours 👏🏼
@Denise Oates - Great idea for what to do with brooches! I had to laugh when you said you had clothes older than your children because I have oodles of older pieces, even a few pieces older than 60. Happy Birthday!!!!
I love your chanel is always real and your trends wearables... in my country we just have cold and warm weather... And my city is super cold, so I'm gonna use my long coats for long time 🥰🤗
I have a marvelous red fox faux fur coat,mid thigh: it is the warmest coat I own; and wear it about once a year when it’s really cold and I’m a bit dressed up: get compliments on it every time I wear it! I will keep it as long as it survives !
Happy 2022 Leonie👋 Thank you for sharing your tips. I never get rid of anything you mentioned. I love everything and I always add accessories to update my style. I love your channel 💓
When I was 30 lbs lighter I could wear anything Now I’ve had to change my style ( and size lol). Fashion isn’t as fun as it was but I still love to watch videos and see what’s in style for the season
@@Thestyleinsider. I have a colbolt blue, 1 hot pink, 1 kelly green, 1 metallic silver, 1 black Burberry, 1 vintage khaki green London fog, and 1 traditional tan colored one by Ralph lauren.all thrifted of course and one faux leopard coat 😀 ♥
I have a slightly oversized Givenchy classic white shirt that I permanently borrowed from my father in the late 80s. Though some years I've worn it more often than others, I don't think I've ever gone a full year in all that time without pulling it out at least once.
Yes that's so interesting and I should have mentioned that you may go through stages of not wearing some of these pieces regularly but more often than not you will continue to loop back to these pieces. Thanks for the reminder :)
I agree with your list. I am fortunate to have worn the same size since the 80s, thus Blazers and jeans still fit. I also DIY many of my clothes. A good example is I painted the faces of your shirt on a black "White House/Black Market" blazer., front and back. I added gold fringe to the lapels and "Wel-La a new blazer. Thank you so much for your channel. You are lovely.
I buy classics and keep them until I’ve worn them out. I have cashmere sweaters that are over 30 years old. I tend to declutter items that were less expensive and trendier much more quickly.
I gave a lot of my chunky sweaters to my family who live in the north. I kept a few and I’m glad I did, because it’s cold here in the south where I live. I think we’re moving further south. My husband doesn’t.Ike to be cold. And neither do I, but he’s getting worse than me. I don’t own any slip dresses, so I think I need to add one. And I don’t have too many dresses either. I live a casual life. But it wouldn’t hurt to have a nice dress in my closet. My husband bought a new suit a while ago for our daughters wedding. So I need a nice dress, just in case we ever go somewhere really nice. I’m not sure where that would be, we live in the country and I own way more sensible clothing than dressy. But I can always hope.
Hi Leoni , love this video, I simply put away things that I’m not wearing a lot. I revist them occasionally. Works when in a shopping frenzy lol. I realize I have what I want to purchase. Chinchín money saving.
Funny I’ve been cleaning out my clothes this week and trying to figure out what I will use year after year. I feel I need to keep velvet pants velvet blazer for around the holidays also any metallic top , sequin top or holiday time tops because I got rid of everything and this year I was hoping not to spend unnecessarily but I did invest in a few and I know better this time I will keep them.
Finally!!! A practical design expert!!! Practical and classy and non judge mental!! ❤️
Thank you 😊
Slip dresses are SO unforgiving, so I will not be sporting one. ALL lumps and bumps can be seen... But I agree with the other items. :-)
Try a A-line satin skirt. You could wear a slip and shapewear.
@@americafirst9144 That I can do, and it works, but an A-line satin skirt is NOT a slip dress. :-) I'm just not a slip dress girl, I guess. ;-)
Hi 👋 Henriette, can I talk to you for a moment?
Honestly, I don't think they look good on anyone, not even the models. Maybe that's a "me" thing?
@@emmamemma4162 Agree. Maybe on Jessica Rabbit? ;-) But she is a cartoon!
I was crazy enough to be about to get rid of a beige linen double breasted Max Mara blazer, and then I bumped into this video. You literally gave it a second life. Thank you
I would add, turtleneck sweaters to the mix. I am not a fan of button downs or slip dresses so I rid myself of them a while back with no regrets.
Great addition - thx for sharing 👏🏼
I just bought a chunky beige sweater and a striped light blue and white striped sweater. They never go out of style. I work in an office and have tons of button down that I wear with sweater over them, or I will open them up and tie them at the waist and wear a cute colored camisole underneath them in the Spring and Summer.
Exactly how I wear them too Bella 👍🏼
I've held onto a few pairs of wider leg and boot cut jeans from about 20 years ago - I was too heavy for them for some time but have since lost weight and these jeans saved me from buying this style again . I recently purchased two Aron mills Irish knit sweaters that I know will far outlast the sweaters with high viscose content that I've attained the last few years . Sticking to the classic styles serves us well and are better investment pieces .
Yay that’s fantastic 👍🏼
Me too. Been wearing my old jeans from 20-25 years back for months now.
During lock-down, recently, I went into our attic and went through my old garment bags, containing suits from when I practiced law (I practiced law for over ten years “BC” ….before children 😁). Anyway, I’m glad I went up there, because I found some great blazers, including a gorgeous navy blue Escada jacket that is to die for, and a ribbed, black Louis Feraud suit coat as well. I’m so glad I kept all my suits, that I still fit into the suit coats, and that blazers are still on trend! ❤️
❤️. I’m thinking …who gets rid of clothing unless it’s worn out? I was raised in the greenwayway before the term was coin I guess??? I still have an old curling iron from my teens!! I’m in my 40s! 🤦♀️🤦♀️😂
That’s fantastic Trish - wish I had an attic filled with some of my ore loves pieces too 🤦🏻♀️😂
I always talk my sister into giving her stuff to me. She thinks thing are constantly going out of style. Good. More for me. I hate three Barbour jackets, some nice riding boots, a canna Goose coat( it was brown, and she was convinced everyone needed pink coats or something. Its hilarious what people think goes out of style. I mean even if youre very trendy, its not like any sane person just wears trends top to bottom like a dork.
@martine....oh but some do try 😂
I would add a denim jacket. They’ve been stylish since the 1950’s! Talk about classic staying power.
I have two different ones and a denim trench!
Great advice! I've gotten rid of so many things and regretted it. I think it is wise to review and shop one's own closet instead of always updating.
Blazers and jackets are a mainstay in my wardrobe! They’re practical for chilly offices and they’re wonderful layering pieces that can make an outfit look more polished or trendy. Perhaps I have too many jackets, but I wear them all.
If you wear them all then you def don’t have too many Katherine 👌🏽😆
@Katherine Miller - same here, I love my jackets and blazers for the office chill and to pull an outfit together that needs a little something to finish it off and make it more polished or updated and trendy! I don't think we can have too many jackets❣️ Lynn
I'm busty so button-down shirts do not look good on me so I don't possess any! I adore Bretton stripe have about 3 of them! Great advice on boots, sneakers and coats.
CLASSIC COWBOY BOOTS! I’ve had my Nacona’s in black and brown for literally 40 years!
Wow that’s super impressive Amy 👍🏼
@@Thestyleinsider. I adore them! I wear them all the time. Just a little anecdote. Tom Cruise was in the very same small store in Manhattan with his stylist buying cowboy boots for the the movie Rain Man. We had a nice chat. Every year or two they can re-heeled and a moisturizing polish. And cowboy boots are totally back in style I believe.
I'm not a cowboy...obviously. but they are the real thing.
@@amyavital1236 wow that’s such a cool story 👏🏼 You can’t ever part with those boots 😀
Blazers are a must !!!!! I have blazers I’ve held on for yearsssssss. And add new ones often. Sadly, my closet is overstuffed with mostly blazers 🤦🏾♀️
Good for you Bri!
You & I love blazers 😂
I love blazers too. And they are actually the more difficult/expensive pieces to get, so you have that down. All you need now are camisoles, tanks, tees, shirts, a few pairs of jeans and lovely pants and you will create hundreds of outfits! 👌🏽👌🏽😊
@@chicalertng totally agree
Love my blazers!!! I have many in different colors
I love your channel. So refreshing to hear someone talk about style that isn’t just their personal perspective.
Today I’m wearing my navy suede tall boots that I bought 20 years ago, they look absolutely current. I have also been wearing my chunky boots a lot, they’re even older. I keep my leather footwear for ever, so long as they’re comfy.
That’s so great to hear Kimberly 👏🏼
I never part with my classic/loved pieces regardless of trend. It's better to wear what suits you and you feel great in, regardless of what's on trend at the moment, not to mention a lot kinder to your wallet. As you said there are many ways one can update and revive a classic look ☺️
I totally agree! Thanks for sharing Melda :)
I'm glad I've hang on to my long coats and knee high boots. It's been only a decade but they're back and forever in style! Thanks again Leonie for a great video with useful reminders.
Lucky you and thanks Jacqueline 👍🏼
Thats why staying closer to classic cuts is important because even a “classic” piece can become outdated if the cut of it is too trendy!
Yes great point!
I was having a pretty shitty day but you made me smile. Like you I have tossed items that I regreted, but no more, now I keep the good quality items because they do come back and sometimes really fast.I was this close to giving away my over the knee leather boots, fortunately I didn't and am enjoying them again.Thank you lovely Leonne💗
Oh sorry to hear you were having a shitty day Gina - it's so annoying when that happens. Hope today is a goodie :)
I’m shopping my closet and reorganizing it and relaxing a few basic pieces I need and a blazer is one!!!
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I may be showing my age here, but I think slip dresses only look good on the very young and very slim. Agree with the rest of your video, though!
Good advice... 👍 I remember letting go a beautiful black oversized jacket with white squiggles on it about 25yrs ago and still think about it. So now I store and review each year.. a animal print fur coat is one and a black jacket that I have now had and still wear 25 yrs later and feel amazing in. Good advice which will remind me to keep these items xx
Storing and reviewing is such a great idea Freda 👍🏼
This is such great advice and is especially timely in the new year when people tend to go "declutter' crazy. I have made the mistake of being too quick to get rid of pieces then later regretted it, and also had the experience of hanging on to something I never wore for a couple of years, then when I did finally start wearing it, it turned out to be a wardrobe workhorse! Now I've moved to a new job in a new state which will require some changes in my wardrobe, I am making these changes very slowly and thoughtfully though based on my previous experiences. Thanks as always for your great videos and content. I always enjoy them!
Great approach to managing your wardrobe’
Thanks for sharing Lynette and all the very best with your new job 😊
Great advice! These are pieces that are easily thrifted as long as the fabric is timeless with no extreme details. The sneakers not so much, but you can save buying kids sizes. Add a fine wool wide leg trouser, quite a nice wardrobe.
So true! I got 2 weeks off for the holidays and wanted to be "productive," so I started to reorganize my closet and drawers so I could declutter. Imagine my surprise when I was honest with myself and saw that I did in fact like, if not love, most of my wardrobe and actually wear everything! I did get rid of some pieces that were beyond repair and optimized my organization, so yay!
Agree with everything but puffers and slip dresses😉. But it’s just me. Awesome video (as always!), Leone! REALLY😉😘
Thx Bel 😘
I could Definitely add on to this list! Leather Court Heels (black, nude & Navy). I have owned a Navy Wool pencil skirt for 30 years & still reach for it when I have a funeral to attend. A Really good Tailored suit with both a skirt & pants. I tend to hold on to cardigans, I still have one that belonged to my Dad that he had in the 60s! I also never get rid of coats- I don't Need any more coats, but just found myself buying a long chocolate puffer to add to my embarrassing large collection! After 50 years, I FINALLY moved into a house that accommodates my Large Collection of Clothing. It's my Passion & Hobby!!😉 Hope that you & your Boyz had a Wonderful Holiday Season!!
I love wearing jeans now because I’ve flattened my lower abs . I love knee high boots there so fun . Yes this is my first year of wearing crop sweaters so exciting pieces I’ve always wanted to wear .
Love it!!
How did you do it?
I regret donating my beautiful wool blazers, I can’t find the same quality now, and they were classic.
It really is disappointing how much the quality of clothing being produced has declined. But the prices keep going up.
That’s heartbreaking Kimberly 💔
EBay is good for classic wool blazers. You might be able to find the exact style you got rid of.
I’ve been gradually curating my wardrobe over the past 18 months and these tips are very helpful thank you!
I rarely get rid of anything actually because inevitably, the minute I do it comes back in style. Case in point - about 2 years back I decided to get rid of my off-white knee high leather boots and now I'm seeing near identical ones all over Instagram. 😭
Arrrggghhhh there's nothing worse than that - eek!
I thought I had a long dark grey coat, but couldn't find it. I thought I'd misplaced it in my move. Nope. The cat had pulled it off the hangar and stuffed it in the corner and used it as a nest. LOL Everyone loves cashmere! So now I have a nice 'new' winter coat :-D
Oh cute :)
Ive recently dug out an old MaxMara coat I bought in 1998. I went on their website the other day and was so shocked to see the same style being sold for £1k+ The lining has gone but the coat itself and everything about it chef’s kiss! So glad I didn’t part with it!
Wow 🤩 That’s amazing and yes I bet you’re thrilled you held onto it now 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
You can always re line the coat. Talk to your tailor.
💟 I'm with you 100% Leonie.....having kept those items in my closet, I can now reach for them & it is so much fun! As a seasoned woman of age LOL, I have always been into fashion. I tru!y enjoy wearing everything I've held on to. As a collector of outerwear, I'm now challenging myself to wear a different outerwear piece every day!!! Thanks...💟💜💟
I love outerwear too Linda 👍🏼😘
Really sage advice and a helpful reminder - I agree with all of it!! 🙂 🙃
Thanks Dee 😊
I love love love blazers! I think they are the most chic item to own. I still need to find a good pair of dark brown and tan knee boots bc my old brown pair started to peel and fall apart I wore them so much. That is the worst when you have to part with favorite shoes. I'm a huge fan of long coats, even though I'm petite. I need to shorten one I thrifted, but it's amazingly chic and timeless.
About 6 years ago, I fell for all this “minimal living” BS…getting rid of all my really nice, great label 80s-00s clothes. Yes! Lesson learned the hard way.
I’m with you 100% on dresses! Don’t let them go unless you must!
Perfect timing for me to find your channel. I have been decluttering my closet all day. I fear it will be empty when I am done. I am retired now and reinventing my style. Love your top but I would button one more button.
This is a great topic. The models you show are so helpful in fashion ideas moving forward in the new year. Yes I will keep my heel high boots and sneakers thanks to you!
Yay! Glad you enjoyed this one Jane :)
Wow, I must say I agree with every piece of closing you mentioned. This was very informative 😌
Yay 😀
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Hi 👋 Eli, can I talk to you for a moment?
@@eliza6470 Am fine Eli, where are you texting from?
@@eliza6470 Am from Philadelphia Pennsylvania, where are you from?
I love this and appreciate the different point of view, as opposed to all those videos telling you to get rid of something you haven't worn in a year; advice I took as gospel when I should have taken it with a grain of salt! Unfortunately, I got rid of a couple of classics (black suede kitten heel pumps, a fabulous Emanuel Ungaro tank dress gown) because I didn't wear them often, and now really regret it. Oh, and you just reminded me of a denim cheongsam dress I loved that I hadn't worn for a while so I donated it. I wish I had that one now! So, I'm sure people will thank you for this advice!
Thanks Deborah and I too have those regrets - it's too sad :(
Such a good thought-provoking vid - thank you so much
I was really hoping it would be exactly that - thought-provoking so I’m thrilled that’s how you received it 👏🏼
Good ideas for items to consider for keeping in your closet and continuing to wear . It is the dresses/skirts and boots for me. Happy New Year
Thanks for sharing!!
Such great advice I’m now doing a backflip and putting somethings back in my wardrobe, love your videos.
Yay I’m pleased to hear my video was helpful 👏🏼
I love boots and I plan on wearing them this spring and summer too! (Ankle boots, mostly)... And slip dresses! Yes! I only have one, but I wear it year 'round. I always layer over or under it, because I like to keep my arms covered.
Wow this was so spot on practical & amazing! Can you do a video where you mix high & low fashion pieces, e.g. mix something from Everlane or Theory with an Express/H&M piece etc. 😊😊❣‽
Great idea!
I am grateful for this video Ms Leonie because..it is perfect with recycling; reusing and not wasting....in our days, it is SO crucial! Thank you!!! :))
So true! Thanks Helene :)
Hi Leonie, I just found your channel and am enjoying your content. This video in particular resonates with me as I found out a long time ago to build my wardrobe with quality classics and branch out from there. I love my blazers - they can instantly transform any outfit, and I love my button-down shirts which can be worn in so many ways. I have seen the fashion cycles over the years and learned the hard way to wait out some trend cycles before giving away certain items from any category (shoes to outerwear and anything in between). Your advice is great, I do love fashion and enjoy adding new pieces to my wardrobe but will always keep classics in my wardrobe. Looking forward to watching more of your content in the coming days and weeks! Lynn
Thanks so much Lynn and I really hope you enjoy some of my other videos too 😊
I always enjoy your channel. Your fashion clips are the best of all time. Love love ❤️
Wow thank you so much Halina 🤩
Wow!! I loved this video..Basically, don’t throw away anything as long as you have the space to keep it. It can always be freshened up and modernized with accessories!😜
I’ve owned a cream color calf length wrap / robe style cashmere coat forever.
It sounds wonderful!
I always Enjoy your Videos & how to wear & put together outfits , so helpful & Fun to watch 👌
Thank you so much Cindy!
Until last year I did not own many longer dresses. But I know someone who only wears dresses and she always looks so feminine. The other thing I love about them is it’s really easy to make it look dressy or casual. And I have to purchase a blazer. I used to work and only wore suits so when I stopped so did the blazers. But it’s another way to look super classy or casual. Love your videos I’ve been following you now for over 2 years and you always hit it right on key when it comes to your wardrobe and fashion. Thank you! Keep it going!
Thanks so much Lizzette that's really kind of you to say :)
Such good news- keep the useful comfy pieces you love. Yeah!
Happy New year to you!!!
Really appreciate your efforts and hardwork.
Ps: blazers and sneekers are my all time favourites ❤
Happy new year to you too and thank you :)
Mine too
Hello style inspiration! Thank you for a new amazing video! Happy new year!
You are so welcome and Happy New Year to you too :)
Those style trends, shear me up for this winter, still holding thunky knits, there in San Diego California, we have a very cold weather, and currently we are styling those trends, when They. Focus here with the beach, that cenit true here.
Still have my clasic tripes, And not only on black and white color, blac and brown thatI renew them this past fall. As well as coats are timeless, so the Buffet still holding this 2020 then the lock out safe advise.
Love this!!! Thank you for making this video 💕💕💕💕
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I made the mistake of getting rid of pieces that were too small for me. Now I am that size again and I regret getting rid of them but at the time, they were just sitting in my closet taking up space. I miss those linen blazers in all colors. I had a red, black, and kaiki one and I think I had a navy one as well but they had those big shoulders. I never get rid of coats or boots. But if shoes are older and worn, if you do not keep wearing them, they crack and fall apart. Also things with elastic in it does not age well in a box or hanging in the back of a closet for years.
This video was amazing and sooooo true. There are so many things that I have parted from and regret now. I had a wonderful pair of tommy hilferger espadrilles and I wish I would have kept them. Great video.
❤️❤️❤️love this video! I totally agree with you on all these. I never throw away any of these styles. Thank you and happy new year! 🎊😁👌🏻
Yay sounds like we are both on the same page 👏🏼
@@Thestyleinsider. 😁👌🏻Yesss!❤️
It looks so warm and sunny there! We're having a snowstorm in Eastern Kentucky today. I'm sure it's much worse in other states, but 4 to 8 inches is a lot for us! Especially when it's falling at 1-2 inches an hour 🙀 Anyway, I hadn't wore skinny jeans in over a year till a couple weeks ago. I hadn't got rid of any because, no matter what Gen Z says, skinny jeans are now a classic! But I decided if I want to wear them with a particular outfit then I'm gonna do that 👏🏻 heck, I'm wearing a pair right now
Perfect and yes it’s very hot here at the moment. It’s about 82 degrees which I love - beach weather 🏖 👍🏼
Us Canadians wear skinny jeans every fall, winter, and spring. It’s the only pants that tuck comfortably in your winter/rain/riding boots.
Skinny jeans are practical when we have snowy or rainy days as we can tuck them into boots. This prevents wet pants!
Hi 👋 Celeste, can I talk to you for a moment?
I don’t like to show off my tiny bust
Line with the slip dress! Love the layer idea thought! Top over slip dress!
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Thanks Leonie!!! So many of mh friends got on the "decluttering" trend that they gave u p pieces they wished they kept in their wardrobes!!!!! Not me!!! Cheers
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This is a great subject, and you know this has been my main train of thought throughout what trending and not videos. So, it really cool that you finally did this type of video. Because through our conversations we both agree that this is really the best of time as far as fashion because really anything goes, if you like it, style it your way and if you are kind of not feeling it for now boxed it up and mark it as such for instance like skinny leg jeans, rip jeans, etc. You kind of skipped over jewelry and accessories like belts, scarves but that fine because these are the items that kind of help update a look or just bring interest. Very few people wear or think of brooches anymore, but I took a scarf and a brooch and pinned it outside my breast pocket, and I also used brooches to cinch in a garment and people complimented me for it. I will be turning 60, January 8th and I have clothing or accessories that are almost as old as my kids. This is why I trying to stay away from pleather garments/accessories (I did say try) because how they are known to desegrated so quickly. I am favoring lower heels at this time because of an injured foot but do plan to be getting back into the heel of things (lol). Blow some of that warm weather temps my way, our high is going to be 14F. brrrrr! You did good here. Thanks for sharing and blessing to you and all in the days to come.
Happy 60th birthday Denise 💌 🙋♀️ Hope you enjoy your day of the year.
Thanks so much Denise and if I could send some of our warm weather your way I definitely would. Btw I love brooches too - love the sound of what you do with yours 👏🏼
Oh and happy birthday 🥳
@Denise Oates - Great idea for what to do with brooches! I had to laugh when you said you had clothes older than your children because I have oodles of older pieces, even a few pieces older than 60. Happy Birthday!!!!
@@n.b.3521 the oldies are the goodies, better quality fabrics and workmanship
I love your chanel is always real and your trends wearables... in my country we just have cold and warm weather... And my city is super cold, so I'm gonna use my long coats for long time 🥰🤗
Thank you Fernanda 😊
I've been hanging on to blazers forever too. Just can't let them go.
Omg , love your blouse, just fab😘❤️😘❤️
Thank you so much Jackie 👍🏼
I have a marvelous red fox faux fur coat,mid thigh: it is the warmest coat I own; and wear it about once a year when it’s really cold and I’m a bit dressed up: get compliments on it every time I wear it! I will keep it as long as it survives !
Happy 2022 Leonie👋 Thank you for sharing your tips. I never get rid of anything you mentioned. I love everything and I always add accessories to update my style. I love your channel 💓
When I was 30 lbs lighter I could wear anything Now I’ve had to change my style ( and size lol). Fashion isn’t as fun as it was but I still love to watch videos and see what’s in style for the season
I pack my puffer jackets in travel bags that vacuum pack. Saves space.
I will never depart from my Oversized Shirts... I love walking around my Home in Them.,!!! they will Forever be a Statement Piece for me.😊👍❤
Me too Gina 👍🏼
I have one blazer and only 2 pairs of jeans but my colored trench are a must, great content thanks 😊
What colour is your trench?
@@Thestyleinsider. I have a colbolt blue, 1 hot pink, 1 kelly green, 1 metallic silver, 1 black Burberry, 1 vintage khaki green London fog, and 1 traditional tan colored one by Ralph lauren.all thrifted of course and one faux leopard coat 😀 ♥
@@Divinenubian wow 🤩 Amazing 👏🏼
@@Thestyleinsider. in Los Angeles there are alot of thift stores that have dollar days and over 55 discounts on specfic days help 😀
I have a slightly oversized Givenchy classic white shirt that I permanently borrowed from my father in the late 80s. Though some years I've worn it more often than others, I don't think I've ever gone a full year in all that time without pulling it out at least once.
Yes that's so interesting and I should have mentioned that you may go through stages of not wearing some of these pieces regularly but more often than not you will continue to loop back to these pieces. Thanks for the reminder :)
Love those fashion outfits. Thanks for sharing 😍🌷
this is right on time. i am purging my closet as of last night
Hope it was helpful then 🤞🏼
Love your work 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Classy dressing is the way to go !
Thanks so much! 😊
& long roomy pants seem to me to be classic, i have 3 of them & wear them with modern tops
Great inclusion - thanks for sharing :)
I agree with your list. I am fortunate to have worn the same size since the 80s, thus Blazers and jeans still fit. I also DIY many of my clothes. A good example is I painted the faces of your shirt on a black "White House/Black Market" blazer., front and back. I added gold fringe to the lapels and "Wel-La a new blazer. Thank you so much for your channel. You are lovely.
Thank you for your lovely message Lillian 😊
I buy classics and keep them until I’ve worn them out. I have cashmere sweaters that are over 30 years old. I tend to declutter items that were less expensive and trendier much more quickly.
I say keep your quality belts!!! I got rid of some great belts that went out of style only to watch them come back in.
Happy 2022 Leonie! 🙂 Nice one...I agree these pieces are good to hold on to.
Thanks so much Valorie and Happy New Year to you too 🎉 Here’s hoping this one is better for all of us 🤞🏼
The only items I would add to your list are a classic jean jacket and good quality white and/or black t shirts. They're just too useful to part with.
Girl what is that busy shirt that’s wearing you? Don’t be afraid of color skinny gal!! 🤩
Nope I'm never afraid of colour sunflower :)
Slip dresses can be complicated on pear shaped body types... otherwise everything sounds like a MUST 🙌🏽
I love blazers!, Even at 60, I love your suggestions and channel
Thanks so much Goldie 😊
Great sustainable video! Thank you!
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I gave a lot of my chunky sweaters to my family who live in the north. I kept a few and I’m glad I did, because it’s cold here in the south where I live. I think we’re moving further south. My husband doesn’t.Ike to be cold. And neither do I, but he’s getting worse than me. I don’t own any slip dresses, so I think I need to add one. And I don’t have too many dresses either. I live a casual life. But it wouldn’t hurt to have a nice dress in my closet. My husband bought a new suit a while ago for our daughters wedding. So I need a nice dress, just in case we ever go somewhere really nice. I’m not sure where that would be, we live in the country and I own way more sensible clothing than dressy. But I can always hope.
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Fantastic tips. You are looking so fresh and gorgeous, love this look.
Thank you so much Jess - that's really kind of you :)
Me I love sweater dresses there so cute there my favourite
Oh nice!
Hi Leoni , love this video, I simply put away things that I’m not wearing a lot. I revist them occasionally. Works when in a shopping frenzy lol. I realize I have what I want to purchase. Chinchín money saving.
Great suggestions! I too have let go of items I shouldn't have. 😢 😿
It's so frustrating right?!
@@Thestyleinsider. Yes, quite frustrating
Thank you, great video, you prompted me to pull one of my dresses out of the charity bag 😁
Wonderful!
Great advice… thank you!
Thx for watching Mary 😊
EXCELLENT video. You’re the best. Keep the videos coming.
Thanks so much Janice, will do!
HAVE THEM ALL 💝❤️💖🌱🍃
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Thank you for this great inspiration 💗
Thanks for watching!
Blazers! ❤️❤️❤️ never will part with my collection
Perfect!
Hi Leonie, thanks for another great video! Where is your shirt from pls? Love it! 😍
Funny I’ve been cleaning out my clothes this week and trying to figure out what I will use year after year. I feel I need to keep velvet pants velvet blazer for around the holidays also any metallic top , sequin top or holiday time tops because I got rid of everything and this year I was hoping not to spend unnecessarily but I did invest in a few and I know better this time I will keep them.
Thanks for sharing Tara :)