Minimal Student. My Minimalist Wardrobe. After receiving quite a few comments and emails over the past few months asking me about my minimalistic habits I’ve decided to start a new series called ‘My Minimalist…’ which details particular minimalist aspects of my life, such as what does my room look like? What do I like to eat? What’s in my wardrobe? Of course I love you guys so much I’m more than happy to share what’s lurking in my cupboard. (As far as I know, there aren’t any skeletons!) Let’s begin with my wardrobe. I’ve seen wardrobes that are practically spilling with clothes. As for shoes, I’m lucky enough to live in a country with fairly mild weather, so I can get away with wearing fairly light shoes that don’t need replacing that often if I take care of them. All of my socks and underwear are plain and mostly black. Minimalist Wardrobe: The Power of Accessories. I’ve noticed something funny.
I can wear an ensemble that someone has seen me in multiple times; yet if I pair it with a scarf, unique necklace, or interesting pair of earrings, they’ll invariably comment on my “new outfit.” Such is the power of accessories. They freshen up an “old” look in no time flat, and better yet, demand very little storage space. (I’m focusing mainly on scarves and jewelry here, as handbags take up *too much* storage space and merit a post unto themselves.) Minimalist Wardrobe: How Many Shoes are Enough? Every once in awhile, I like to analyze a category of my possessions.
I list what I own, and the reasons I own it. This exercise helps me gain perspective on exactly what I have—and more importantly, why I have it. This week, I decided to take a look at my shoe wardrobe. Years ago, I determined that the best way to minimize my shoes would be to stick to a solid color. I chose black—so out went the brown loafers, the navy blue pumps, the bronze kitten heels, the silver flats, etc. The grand total: six pairs of shoes, which I think seems like a lot for a minimalist. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. At this point, I have to come to terms with the fact that my lifestyle requires a certain variety of footwear. The Joy of Less, A Minimalist Living Guide: How to Declutter, Organize, and Simplify Your Life (9780984087310): Francine Jay.
7 Steps to a Minimalist Wardrobe. When I decided to pursue a minimalist lifestyle, one of the first areas I tackled was my closet.
I had too many clothes that I didn’t wear, and too little space in which to keep them. I wanted a wardrobe that was simple, elegant, and functional — and I wanted to be able to retrieve the pieces, and put them away, without any pushing, pulling, or wrestling. Over the course of a few months, I pared down my closet to less than half its original contents. I sold quite a number on eBay, gave some to family and friends, and donated the rest. The reward: a spacious closet, and a well-edited wardrobe that perfectly suits my needs. Want to do the same? 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. And remember, don’t put your rejects in a landfill; they may be perfect for someone else! In the US:Dress for SuccessGoodwill Industries International Purple Heart Pickup ServiceVietnam Veterans of AmericaThe Salvation Army In the UK:British Red CrossOxfam Cancer Research UK Related posts: The FB Story. I’m “Fabulously Broke” better known as “FB“.
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Minimalist wardrobe/personal uniform. Minimalist wardrobe/personal uniform @HappyDogs – lol :o) @npersing – If you are at such a loss picking out a work wardrobe, have you considered maybe hiring a personal shopper/style consultant for an afternoon?
I think the money spent on that might possibly outweigh the shopping stress you have and it will help you in the future. Sometimes all it takes is an honest outside opinion and someone who shows you clothes that fit you well and suit you, but that you wouldn’t have picked off the shelves yourself before. The Dip by Seth Godin. Open Table is an online reservations service.
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