10 Fashion Mistakes I Made and How I Fixed Them

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  • Опубликовано: 21 ноя 2024

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  • @Christinamychas
    @Christinamychas  Год назад +16

    Let me know what style mistakes made you feel “off” and how you fixed it!

    • @yioulhtsoura9234
      @yioulhtsoura9234 Год назад +6

      Happy Easter from Greece! My main style mistake is thinking only "utilitarian" . I've made a lot of progress by buying more prints to wear with my basics and matching "corporate" elements with sportier/more feminine ones. Still trying to upgrade my style, thanks for the inspiration!

    • @ColleenJoudrey
      @ColleenJoudrey Год назад +2

      The main style issue I fight with is that my chosen outfit of the day sometimes feels too themed.

    • @AnneHewitt
      @AnneHewitt Год назад +2

      Christina, this is one of your very best videos IMO. Although your style aesthetic is quite different from mine I really like your philosophy and I always feel that your advice is spot on. I am 57 so I have made a lot of mistakes. I have definitely been guilty of the too many basics error. I have also swung too far the other way. When an Anthhropologie store opened up nearby, I found myself checking out their sale room frequently. It took me longer than I'd like to admit to realize that my wardrobe was very busy with too many prints and embellished items. I have paired my style way back in recent years and I often tell myself, "If it's all special (my wardrobe), than none of it is really special." My other big wardrobe sin is being in too big a hurry to fill seasonal wardrobe holes. I end up either buying the thing that is not quite right, or realizing as a get into that season that I really didn't need the items afterall.

    • @AlexLouiseWest
      @AlexLouiseWest Год назад +3

      My mistake is not always remembering to replace essential items while they're wearing out, rather than after they disintegrate.
      If I realise something needs replacing, I can take time to choose something which really works for me, and hopefully I might find it second hand. Whereas if I have to buy something urgently, I may well end up with something which is less than ideal, especially as I'm small in all directions and have fewer choices.

    • @veritehunter2191
      @veritehunter2191 Год назад +3

      Buying cheaper clothes and telling myself mentally I'm can't afford nicer things or that I'm not worth it.

  • @ab63930
    @ab63930 Год назад +46

    This is such good advice! The biggest thing for me was learning to accept my body and dress in a way that made me feel comfortable in it. I love oversized tops, but if I don’t have a defined waist in my outfit, I look much bigger than I am. I have thick thighs, so as much as I want to wear all this gorgeous vintage denim, I can barely sit!
    Realizing what silhouettes enhance my body and make me feel beautiful has helped me so much.

  • @janelandry6584
    @janelandry6584 Год назад +16

    The fabric mistake rings true for me. I just bought a couple of items online. When they came, the feel just wasn't what I expected. I need to pay more attention to fabric descriptions if I am buying online.
    I think my biggest mistake is buying random pieces instead of thinking about how they'll work in my wardrobe. I end up with lots of things to wear, but no real outfits.

  • @Simplelivingslowliving
    @Simplelivingslowliving Год назад +6

    A wardrobe is constructed little by little. I also like clothes and like shopping. So I plan my purchases according to my wishlist. It has taken me 3 years to build a wardrobe that im loving . I’m still working on it.❤

  • @ElianaRosalind
    @ElianaRosalind Год назад +67

    Happy Easter to anyone celebrating today, like I do! And even if you are not, may your spring be filled with health, peace & fun memories! Thank you dear Christina for fresh & cool content, sending love & good vibes from Romania! 💐🤍

    • @Christinamychas
      @Christinamychas  Год назад +12

      Happy easter!

    • @hannahgolden
      @hannahgolden Год назад +7

      Happy Easter! We celebrated last weekend here in the States ❤

    • @kasiakostorz9551
      @kasiakostorz9551 Год назад +10

      @@hannahgolden Eastern Catholics across the world celebrate Easter today

    • @olga.methodologist
      @olga.methodologist Год назад +9

      ​@@kasiakostorz9551 And Orthodox Christians too (Georgian, Ukrainian, Armenian). Happy Easter 🎉

    • @despinak5772
      @despinak5772 Год назад +4

      ​@@olga.methodologist and Greecs❤

  • @SusanBame
    @SusanBame Год назад +10

    Scratchy wool blazers can be worn with my fabulous assortment of cashmere shawl/scarves for a pop of color and a bit of warmth and softness around the neck in the wintertime. I hardly go a day without wearing a cashmere scarf. My cashmere scarves are one of my wardrobe staples, just as much as jeans, tee-shirts, blazers, and cashmere sweaters are wardrobe staples.

  • @anothrsara
    @anothrsara Год назад +4

    One thing i'm kind of surprised that didn't make the list (since I've seen your video on color :)) is wearing the wrong colors for you or wearing those colors the wrong way. For the longest time I'd buy something that was perfect in all the other ways for me but couldnt put my finger on why I didn't feel good in it. Finally realized it was the color washing me out or otherwise less being unflattering. Keeping color in mind when I'm shopping has helped me avoid bad buys and wasting money!

  • @veritehunter2191
    @veritehunter2191 Год назад +5

    I've never thought about fabric. I usually have about 3 or 4 different styles and mix them together until they feel more like me. If I had to describe my style mostly it would 70% Florence welcome Boho. 20% pink girly feminie, 10% Berlin rave clothes and 10% big neurodiverse patterns. Vintage. When I write it out like that I'm like....that's pretty cool !! Soo much fun, a mix of masc/fem depending on how I feel during the day. I love when someone finds something in the shop and says "that's soo you" and I think oh wow yeah!

  • @saraantonelli3586
    @saraantonelli3586 Год назад +2

    I deuttered about 70 pieces over the last month in shoes clothes old dance apparel because I no longer dance weekly BUT I also purchased 20 new items… I spent approx $400 in the last couple months and I feel guilty but also kind of necessary as I declittered things that no longer served me, fit me or stuff I just no longer liked. So… there it is but I’ve also made the closet look great and even my husband stopped me because I was “ decluttering” so much. Regardless, I’ve been binging ur videos and thanks for all ur sound advice. Not shopping or minimal shopping is def a process😳

  • @lorinhusa
    @lorinhusa Год назад +24

    Another great video! I struggle most with shoe choices. I always want to be comfortable, but I get bored with wearing the same sneakers all the time. I love that you talk about going for a more unexpected option! I need to try loafers with socks because maybe that will make them feel more comfortable to me.

  • @aoifecalderon383
    @aoifecalderon383 Год назад +11

    The new sculptural pieces remind me of some things I’ve seen from Japanese designers. I love that those statement pieces seem to add a new angle to your style ❤

  • @amandalh60
    @amandalh60 Год назад +8

    This really speaks to me. Been feeling my wardrobe is full of basics and utilitarian pieces. Now I want to bring in some statement items!

  • @fwebster6226
    @fwebster6226 Год назад +13

    I wore a black slip dress out over the weekend but to make it feel more like me, I teamed it with black high tops and a red check shirt that I knotted in the front (this gave it more shape and made it look more like a tailored jacket) Definitely will be wearing that again!

  • @mysewingpractice
    @mysewingpractice Год назад +2

    You are so good at breaking a situation down into elements. I enjoyed this video. As a seamstress, I have been on the fast track of understanding fabric and fiber content. I was surprised to learn acrylic yarns also made me itch. Then I remembered, acrylic items are hard, not soft! dah!

  • @shumatsuopost
    @shumatsuopost Год назад +10

    It's wonderful to see someone share their experiences and recommendations to prevent others from making the same mistakes.

  • @sandraaylward9821
    @sandraaylward9821 Год назад +6

    “The obvious shoe”. Yes! If you have a collection of shoes (because they always fit, so they escape the purges more easily), I’m learning that these can be a source of potential creativity and fun.

  • @BoosterGoose
    @BoosterGoose Год назад +2

    I found my personal style for casual clothing many years ago. I am, however, having a really hard time at the moment finding my personal style for work.
    My biggest issues actually are the mixing of sizes to create shape, the choices of fabric and the mix of casual/formal. What I have been going for lately is casual tops with clean pants/skirts or vice-versa and a nice dress. Dresses for me are so easy, A-line dresses and wrap dresses fit me very well and they solve all of my style issues. Then, I wear my flats, platform loafers or retro shoes with them. I am also severely lacking in accessories. I only really wear earrings. Maybe a bracelet and using my scarves as neck ties would help in accessorizing a bit more.
    I'm kinda realizing I'm solving my personal style issue as I'm writing this comment lol.

  • @Mrpancake-lol124
    @Mrpancake-lol124 Год назад +8

    You are really helping my shopping obsession. I’m trying my hardest to push my fantasy self away and just enjoy the clothes that I wear everyday that I feel my most confident self in anyway ❤️

    • @Christinamychas
      @Christinamychas  Год назад +4

      ❤️❤️

    • @yifatjovani333
      @yifatjovani333 Год назад +2

      Supper important that our clothes reflect our personality to feel amazing and confident!

  • @mess9607
    @mess9607 Год назад

    I'm French and I'm glad I speak English to be able to understand your videos 😁

  • @RR-mv1vr
    @RR-mv1vr Год назад

    when you know your style and buy accordingly it’s amazing how many outfits can be put together with very few pieces ❤

  • @RaenasClassiques
    @RaenasClassiques Год назад +2

    One of the biggest mistakes for me is dressing for others and what I thought they would want to see. Instead of dressing for me and what makes me happy. Learned that a long time ago and now I dress for me and can be myself.

  • @amelie3902
    @amelie3902 Год назад +3

    Hello from France 🇫🇷 ! Votre français est très bien ! Merci pour toutes vos vidéos, qui sont très inspirantes !

  • @gerigaskill785
    @gerigaskill785 Год назад +4

    Love your new more trendy items, it's great to have more fun with a bit of fashion!

  • @amytatum6858
    @amytatum6858 8 месяцев назад

    I recently redid my whole wardrobe (don’t fret…. I second handed 95%)
    I was a little miffed that I didn’t find it super easy to put an outfit together lol
    Yesterday I tried on 3 different looks before I found the right one
    Shoes were what mostly kept throwing them off though
    It had gotten chilly and I wanted to wear a warmer outfit and get my feet warm
    Every time I went with a look a didn’t have a warmer shoe for it without switching to heels which I wasn’t in the mood for
    I’m still having fun figuring out my new style

  • @gailkoeslag9885
    @gailkoeslag9885 Год назад +2

    One of your best videos for me. My style is quite different from yours but these comments really helped me. I’m working on shoe options now. I’m older so comfort us huge but I realize the shoes make the outfit.
    Also, I’m glad to see you expand from the white tshirt/ blazer. ❤

  • @missheju169
    @missheju169 Год назад +1

    Great video
    Hug myself to see if the top fits.
    The squat is my go to
    I want to know if the pants show the back
    And I was puzzled why so many elderly people wears a dress over pants
    Now I found out when you get bloater, clothes tends to go up and down
    Suspenders and belt become besties.

  • @thefrenchmode
    @thefrenchmode Год назад +3

    Hi there, french subscriber here ! Your french is quite good, and you can be confident with it for sure ! :) Just a tip, I hope you don't mind me correcting you, I just wanted to be helpful! We would typically say " un café au ( just the sound O) lait" not "café avec du lait" and that's actually easier to say ! Salut !

  • @katymcdonald5481
    @katymcdonald5481 Год назад +1

    I think my biggest mistake has been colours, buying an outfit I see on someone else and loving it then when I wear it and it looks off is usually because the colour doesn’t suit me. Also the colour palette of my wardrobe are quite dark, rich colours and when I’ve bought desaturated or pastel colours they don’t go with anything else.

  • @yifatjovani333
    @yifatjovani333 Год назад +3

    Great video! I 💯 agree, it's so important for me to build my outfits with the right proportion that way my outfits look stylish, also accessories playing big part and for me patterns and mixing stand out pieces just take my outfits to the next level!

  • @DameFairy
    @DameFairy Год назад +2

    Try cleaning your house in a ball gown, it really makes the cleaning more fun. :)

  • @micheledoblitz7798
    @micheledoblitz7798 Год назад +3

    Thanks for another great video! My style has evolved quite a bit since last year and I’m beginning to learn to create and curate my capsule wardrobe. Lots of great tips in here and I especially agree with your tip about basics and jewelry. With the jewelry, I went for a while without purchasing any bc I felt it was unnecessary but I didn’t realize how much it can help to add style to an otherwise basic outfit. I’m now trying to invest in higher quality jewelry that is not prone to tarnishing to help my pieces last longer.

  • @binkyandgunther
    @binkyandgunther 6 месяцев назад

    awesome advice christina!! thank you so much. you really help me think through styling❤ styling > buying!!!

  • @isol
    @isol 10 месяцев назад

    Loafers look great with slightly cropped denim

  • @missheju169
    @missheju169 Год назад

    15:20 the first outfit with the loafers are ok if the large pants shows ankles.
    Second outfit is smart and the grey daddy sneakers 👟 are on point.
    Very sleek.

  • @911Belle
    @911Belle Год назад +4

    Christina, thank you for a great video! Listening to other people's mistakes helps to find balance in personal style and take everything with a grain of salt.

  • @MustardSeedish
    @MustardSeedish Год назад

    What my mistake have been was spending too much money on statement and trendy pieces. I now spend money on quality basics and thrift statement pieces which has been so much fun.

  • @moon8783
    @moon8783 Год назад +1

    I really enjoyed this video! For me it's about dressing in such a way, that it reflects my inner vibes.🥰 Playing with proportions, accessories, color/value, are all tools we can work with to refine what we want to communicate to the world around us. I agree with allowing the process to be playful. ❤ We shouldn't shame each other for expressing who we are. After years of dealing with chronic health issues, I now embrace my body as a holy canvas. Enjoying all kind of inspirational sources to help refine my personal style 🙏

  • @valeriemalenfant
    @valeriemalenfant Год назад +9

    I can confirmed as a French speaking Montrealer Christina can order a coffee and croissant in Montreal next find your way in the subway in french 😂 Bonjour- Hi!

    • @Christinamychas
      @Christinamychas  Год назад +3

      Haha yessssss I’ve graduated from Ananas and telefrancais! 😂 🍍

    • @valeriemalenfant
      @valeriemalenfant Год назад +2

      @@Christinamychas hahaha do we share the same jokes? because it's a classic -what is the english word for ''Ananaaa'' is 'aNAnasss' LOL also if you are asking a french canadian if they are fluent in english and their response is YES-NO-TOASTER .... means they are not! LOL

  • @evalindell2757
    @evalindell2757 Год назад

    I have done them all and more! But I look and learn from you! I agree with all the tings you say and show! 😎

  • @szfrj
    @szfrj Год назад +1

    You might already know her but I get similar style vibes from Nathalie Martin… personally it’s not for me I enjoy a lot more colour but I still find your and her outfits so stylish and inspiring. I sometimes take the silhouette of the outfit but do it in colour instead, like head to toe cobalt tones or red or white. Love tonal dressing

  • @sarahogue
    @sarahogue Год назад +14

    Squat test!

  • @joyous2theworld
    @joyous2theworld Год назад +1

    I really like your new balloon acid wash jeans. This was a great reminder video. Thank you

  • @suzanschneider6163
    @suzanschneider6163 Год назад

    Great video and the examples help so much. I’ve also done many of these mistakes: Not paying attention to the fabrics was the top mistake. Not remembering accessories (or taking time to be more creative with what I have.)

  • @laurarobertson2720
    @laurarobertson2720 Год назад +1

    Hi I’m doing a big closet edit and concentrating on fewer but better items. Loved your black bag. Where could I get it? Thanks

  • @cmmo7759
    @cmmo7759 6 месяцев назад

    Well done with that French, Christina.
    From a Montreal-born-and-raised expat. ❤

  • @financiallylitwithmargaret5118

    Could you do more videos on fabrics to look for and avoid? Also how best to care for them

  • @MPARASKA
    @MPARASKA Год назад +1

    Hope you had a great easter break with the fam ❤

  • @gigig2492
    @gigig2492 Год назад

    I’m still in the full-blown-shopaholic-but-nothing-to-wear stage but trying to move into a minimalist stage hoping I find my personal style, and start shopping “smarter”. 😊

  • @vallevaro3444
    @vallevaro3444 Год назад

    Even though we have completely different styles, I still find your videos incredibly insightful and useful. Congratulations for the content you are making, keep it up!

  • @AbigailLee218
    @AbigailLee218 4 месяца назад

    i lovee the concept of "yummy friction"

  • @Jess38044
    @Jess38044 Год назад

    funnily enough, i think a lot of mistakes I make with fashion is just an extension of a lot of mistakes I make mentally in general. eg I *should* look a certain way, why aren't I actively working to get to my goal fashion (usually confused with fantasy self), settling for less cause I can out of energy and time (and not even always setting myself up the best time and energy wise to begin with). So basically it's just self sabotage at this point

  • @dennyb759
    @dennyb759 Год назад

    Great video, I agree with u , love seeing how clothes r put together. Used to love buying them years ago but size today is so different with every brand . Loved your blazers.

  • @i2uby_
    @i2uby_ Год назад +3

    I love your acid wash jeans!!! Where did you find them? I honestly love your new found style after your colour analysis!

    • @Vonmacfire
      @Vonmacfire Год назад

      I know!! They’re amazing!!! Soo good!!

    • @jessie6701
      @jessie6701 Год назад +1

      They’re Tibi brancusi jeans

  • @evalindell2757
    @evalindell2757 Год назад +1

    I loove your videos! And I think you are so real and I always get inspiration from you! Always good advise! I hate shopping, but I loove my wardrobe and from time to time getting new things! To be a minimalist or like you put it so elequint; minimalistish??? doesn’t mean you don’t shop! So NEVER EVER apologize for liking anything Christina!!! Least of all shopping cloths! It is like going to the loo. Everyone does it! Some talk about it, others not so much or at all. Some even pretend they don’t do it 😵‍💫 Even Kings & Queens do it ( but there you are not allowed to talk about it at all) Right??! Just do what is you! That is the gorgeous Christina that we loove to see! 🥰❤️ ( I don’t know if I make any sense at all!?!?? and my spelling is so bad, outocorrect in Swedish 🫣😂😂)

  • @deborahjoyce591
    @deborahjoyce591 Год назад

    I just ordered a year of Babbel! Going to learn French again. I am excited.😊great video, as always

  • @squeekytoy123
    @squeekytoy123 Год назад

    your videos are so helpful, thank you!
    You look amazing in blazers- I want to invest in one, but have broad shoulders and I find they never sit well… any blazer tips?

    • @daisiesandpandas1218
      @daisiesandpandas1218 Год назад

      Size up till the shoulders fit then get the rest tailored and taken in if you don't like the looseness (that's how men buy Ready to Wear Blazers too, get the shoulders and sleeves right and tailor others as these two are more difficult to adjust). For me I'm a size UK 8 torso that means a 10 or 12 blazer depending on the brand.
      Also straight fit jackets don't need that much tailoring and won't have awkward fabric around the chest that was designed to fit someone that's not broad shouldered so their chest and shoulders are in the same clothing size.
      Also double breasted blazers are great, I think they're designed to be not too fitted/they look great not fitted

  • @taylorjohnson9576
    @taylorjohnson9576 Год назад

    This has been one of my fav videos of yours❤I felt like every single tip resonated so well!

  • @marrisreyes3467
    @marrisreyes3467 Год назад

    Been watching your vlogs... and it all make sense.. you are such an inspirati❤n....especially to a shoppaholic like me...
    Thank you!❤

  • @2PuppyProductions
    @2PuppyProductions Год назад

    I really appreciate you sharing your journey.I can relate!

  • @zaramichaels3339
    @zaramichaels3339 Год назад

    You always provide such great practical tips in your videos

  • @janebentrott5984
    @janebentrott5984 Год назад

    Nice video with some good suggestions! The white tee shirts that you are wearing look so nice! Where are they from?

  • @emiliamorgan5052
    @emiliamorgan5052 Год назад

    Where is the green cropped blazer from??

  • @cheyennesutton2055
    @cheyennesutton2055 Год назад

    This is great information! Thank you!

  • @marcohansen4548
    @marcohansen4548 Год назад +1

    Very smart! Love it 🙂

  • @moirasalerno3431
    @moirasalerno3431 Год назад

    Why so true! Excellent. Thank you

  • @juliemann6628
    @juliemann6628 Год назад

    Really great tips!

  • @bluebluesky12321
    @bluebluesky12321 Год назад

    great video!

  • @szfrj
    @szfrj Год назад

    Really enjoyed it ❤

  • @rupachemudupathi9569
    @rupachemudupathi9569 Год назад

    Good video

  • @guachuleruleru
    @guachuleruleru Год назад +2

    We are the same height! I always thought you were at least 5'7 😂

  • @camuchanomellini903
    @camuchanomellini903 Год назад

    Great information ❤

  • @tinajoneswilliams4253
    @tinajoneswilliams4253 Год назад

    Great video. Xoxo 💕

  • @lulu993
    @lulu993 Год назад

    I love your french! Lucie de Montréal 😊❤

  • @nadiamaturano8741
    @nadiamaturano8741 Год назад +3

    I think after several years im still exploring things about my personal style😅

    • @yifatjovani333
      @yifatjovani333 Год назад

      It's great to explore until you really feel that your style aligns with your personality!

  • @opodobed
    @opodobed 8 месяцев назад

    Lol. I thought I'm into becoming an owner of more expensive t-shirt. But after learning the price, I'm not anymore.

  • @lizandjohnny
    @lizandjohnny Год назад

    🖤

  • @zazamafra2145
    @zazamafra2145 Год назад

  • @myrnaj4502
    @myrnaj4502 Год назад +1

    ❤❤❤

  • @michelledoesgoodhair
    @michelledoesgoodhair Год назад +1

    I can not for the life of me figure out how people wear white tank tops without any part of the bra showing or bra lines underneath. What kind of bra do you wear?

  • @jessicabridges4335
    @jessicabridges4335 Год назад

    I can see why you would wear sneakers. Pharmacists probably are on their feet a lot. I would want my feet happy while working. I'm a Medical Assistant. So I get it. 😅

  • @missheju169
    @missheju169 Год назад

    Great video
    Hug myself to see if the top fits.
    The squat is my go to
    I want to know if the pants show the back
    And I was puzzled why so many elderly people wears a dress over pants
    Now I found out when you get bloater, clothes tends to go up and down
    Suspenders and belt become besties.