I have also found that even if you often repeat outfits that you love and feel great in most people won't even notice. They simply think you look amazing all the time. I have a friend who has a small but lovely wardrobe. I notice because I love fashion. But, the consensus of EVERYONE who knows this women is that she always elegant and put together. I have never heard anyone say, "Yes but she wore that skirt last week..." xoxo
I have daughters that I pass my clothes to. I remember admiring the way my own mother dressed and feeling so amazing in her hand-me-downs. It also just made me feel connected to her.
I’ve never thought you were too “wordy” at all. Some ppl are! You are not. All of your content is precise and very interesting. I’m shopping my closet much more these days. There’s not much of anything I need. I don’t work anymore so definitely don’t need NEW often at all. Thanks for all your tips!
Discovering my personal style by actually WEARING the clothes I have and then reflecting upon, adjusting, editing, etc. is something that works for me, but I never had words for! Thanks for being able to articulate that so well, Alyssa!
I sometimes buy things second hand and alter them, or 'upcycle' things to give worn out things a new lease of life. I love to knit my own jumpers, sometimes buying a worn out 2nd hand jumper, unravelling it and knitting it into something new - so satisfying!
I always feel super awkward commenting but you really make important content -not just sustainable shopping related but also I think content that is important for people's mental health. I really appreciate your honest work. 💛
Yes, everyone can be an influencer in the literal sense! I have a close friend who used to travel by plane to another country for sale season!! This has always been insane to me, especially because she had sooo many clothes and also earns a lot of money. I never judged her, but over time my slow fashion approach rubbed off quite a bit, as we do spend a lot of time together. Now she resells and donates pieces she doesn't wear, makes more conscious decisions, built a color palette for her wardrobe with the help of a professional and we go second hand shopping together instead of going to regular shops 💕 I'm actually a little proud as I'm writing this 😄
I was so excited to see you filming in Montreal, especially in Carre St. Louis where I grew up. Now, I am even more excited to see you film in Portugal where I was born. There is so much to do and see in Portugal. Enjoy the food and beautiful sights.
That U.K. statistic is horrifying! I’m still wearing clothes I bought from fast fashion stores a decade ago. I need to try that jumper hanging trick - I have them hung by the shoulders, which I know is bad!
I've got garments that are over ten years old and I still love and wear them! I've got a t-shirt that was my mum's that was bought some time in the Nineties... It's a little twisted but honestly, that's only noticeable when I iron it. And my favourite Breton striped shirt was a birthday present circa 2007 - at £30, it seemed a lot of money for a top but over the years I've had it, that works out at about a fraction of a penny per wear by now. All bar one of my cashmere jumpers are from eBay (I discovered I really like the flexibility a nice cashmere jumper gives me, because it can be worn as a top on its own or over a top as a second layer). I have never, ever, bought anything with the idea that it's only going to last me for a season. Even my very cheap long sleeved t-shirts that I bought when I had approximately no income and needed them were bought with the intention that I would have them for a few years. That was about three years ago and they haven't worn out yet! I'm not a minimalist, but I don't think anyone has to be a minimalist to decide not to play the fast fashion game!
Absolutely agree. I’m a boomer, school years were the sixties and early seventies when it was normal to “repeat” outfits. Like you I have classic items that are years old. One of my coats is 15 and still looks good. My family was a single earner, and had three daughters to clothe, so we passed down, mended, and learned to sew. And I dressed just like my peers! We all were the same and this outfit judging was nonexistent. I love to dress well, but won’t be influenced by marketing.
You are a national treasure. We should all be reminded to slow down, invest and care for everything in our lives, including our clothes. With your help and guidance over the years, I love watching my style slowly evolve. Again, you’re amazing
Thanks Alyssa for another great video. Finding a great tailor has transformed my wardrobe, it’s amazing what can be done! I’m petite and realised that I was dissatisfied with a number of good quality pieces because they just didn’t fit me properly. Even small adjustments can make such a difference, and I also now have more confidence when shopping pre-owned because I know they can be altered x
I bought a few clothes last week in a 2. Hand shop. Today we meet for our language course and I told my colleges so enthusiastic, what amazing things I got there for little money. Yes, we have to say, that 2. Hand is something good!
Sadly, the second hand trend is a slippery slope. Now that brands are having their own second hand boutiques, they may just keep making the same amount and send the extra to second hand shops. So we have to be careful with that one.
this is SUCH a good point. Thank you for the reminder and for sharing - the secondhand market shouldn't be a pass to continue overproducing and consuming.
I will outfit repeat as long as the item still makes me feel happy. I think my oldest item dates back to 2004?. I admit I I have got rid of items because I got bored of seeing them in photos for 10 years holiday photos in a row 🤣. Some items I bore of more quickly. But I do try to shop mindfully.
I was so happy with this video as I checked i already do so many of the habits you mentioned. I have curated my wardrobe and organised my clothes so when I open the doors I get that "boutique" experience!! I also calculate my "cost per wear" and even factor it in to my decision making when purchasing. I am a thrift queen (we call it op shopping in Australia). I have also gone to natural fibres, plain colours (not so many prints and patterns) and really only acquire items that suit my colouring and shape. Thanks so much, Alyssa, for flying the flag for slow fashion and sustainability with style. You have more creativity than any influencer I know and put your outfits together with such panache.
You know, I had no idea that outfit repeating was viewed as a bad thing. I have been an outfit repeater for decades. Clothes are expensive so I have always gotten as much wear out of them as I could before replacing them. Buying clothes just to buy them, and then only wearing them a few times is a foreign concept for me. I have bought items of clothes here and there that have been failures for various reasons, but I have managed to keep the number down over the years by sticking to the cuts and styles I know are going to work for me. I didn't know that what I have been doing for all the years is considered slow fashion until I started watching your videos two years ago. I just figured I was frugal lol
Oh Alyssa, some women have been against repeat wears for a long time. When I worked in a women’s sportswear dept in high school (1973-74) one of my coworkers bought new tops every week for her Fri and Sat dates with her longtime boyfriend. I thought it was nuts then and still do.
I was taught you buy a dress for cousin A wedding,six months later cousin B gets married you need another new dress because you were already seen in the original dress.
Really enjoyed the video! :) Today, I went to a second hand shop for the first time ever which was totally inspired by your videos regarding slow fashion and sustainability :) Even tough it felt unfamiliar, it was a nice experience. I bought one shirt which was inexpensive and it will be my only purchase this month :)
Enjoy your new locale! I enjoy the hunt at a thrift store because at fast fashion stores you can find everythingat once. Quality above quantity works on so many levels not just fashion. I have a difficult time finding clothes and shoes in my size however I've hit the jackpot on leather purses numerous times. Crocheted a sweater 3 years ago, barely wore it so I pulled it apart and came up with something new and more exciting this past week.
Thank you for a welcome dose of sunny advice, rethinking our extravagant and materialistic ways. Sweater on a hanger technique: a keeper. And I love the idea of styling your closet and dressing table as if they were a boutique display.
It turns out that my younger daughter is an influencer! She buys second hand, wears his father and boyfriend shirts, swaps garments with her best friends...And I am begining to do the same. Anyway, I think that you are right and the mantra love and wear what you already have in your closet is the key of slow fashion, and to make that mantra work, you need to know yourself (lifestyle, colours, bodyshape...) Its a long journey, no surprise mature women are often so stylish. Well, indeed you have travelled very fast😘
Really good video.And so pleased you acknowledged the difficulty of Plus Size women finding things to wear in Consignment /Second Hand shops.And I enjoy repeating outfits with adding different jewelry or a scarf. etc.
Thank you for acknowledging that sizing issues can be a hurdle in thrifting! I am a short-waisted larger petite size, 12P or 14P. So not into plus sizes, but sure not tiny. I have 2 great tailors, but there are many regular size garments that just can't be altered to fit me. I love buying second-hand, but have to work at it. Your channel has been a BIG help! Show us some Portuguese craft/traditional inspired type clothes next, that would be fun!
Researching and saving up for one item that's been on my mind and I know I'll wear to death is quite rewarding. I feel empowered when I click away from sites without dropping money - the ball is in my court instead of the companies' and it feels like a small secret rebellion against all the advertising out in the world. Bonus - if it's a company I love and I keep logging in without completing a purchase, they usually email me a coupon code. 😉 If you are going to eventually buy a thing, make those algorithms work for you! 💕
The first thing that struck me was your crisp, striped shirt, because I scored one almost exactly like it yesterday (for $3!!!!) at a thrift store that was having a 50% off sale. I repeat outfits a lot and shop almost exclusively second-hand...and I have no problem telling everyone this. And I do have a YT channel but am not an influencer in the clothing realm...although what to wear to a job interview is a relevant topic, and I do talk about looking great at work being possible by shopping thrift. Thanks for another great video and I look forward to some scenery pics of your new location!
Thank you for suggesting being conscious of our own favorite outfit formulas. Cardigan + blouse + pants is one of my go-tos. I can now get inspiration from runway shows & copy them.
Hi I’m new to your channel and I’m loving the outfit ideas. I’m keen to do more with sustainable fashion. I recently purchased a couple of black leather handbags - 1 was a DKNY bag. They were tatty and well used so I “did them up”. I trimmed loose threads, stuck down loose pieces of leather, cleaned the leather, dyed the leather and I have just finished sealing the leather. They look like new. I’m so pleased with them and I can’t wait to use them. I wouldn’t have been able to afford them new but second hand was great for me and I learnt a new skill.
Yes!!! I am current wearing a shirt not unlike the one you have on that I got at a street market in Hong Kong 20 years ago. It had gone it and out of fashion and am glad it is back. Also took the shoulder pads out of several blazers that were at least 10 years ago and am enjoying how they complete a stylish look with a sweater and jeans. Have always taken good care of my clothing so it has paid off.
I've never understood the dislike of outfit repeating. Why spend money on clothes only to wear them once? It just doesn't make sense. Thanks for the video.👍
You inadvertently gave me a good idea. I do not like the fabric belt that came with my trench and always looks like wrinkled and needs ironing ironing so I used a weave belt instead and I love it. It's a camel Brown Belt with a Gray cream coat coat and I just love it.
Such a thoughtful video! I have a couple of good thrift stores in my area that I shop regularly. Typically I wear a ladies large or 12/14. In some of the stores there is a plus size section clothing. I've actually had been success shopping in that section believe it or not, but I think it's because they include an extra large size there. If someone washed the Garment before donating it, the piece could shrink, so I do try on extra larges and occasionally something will fit. The important thing is not to focus on the number of the Garment and that goes for retail shopping as well. I have mediums, larges, extra larges, 12/14 and 16s all in my closet that I wear right now because when we're thrift shopping we're buying from all different brands and they size things differently so it's important to be open-minded
So true - and if something is truly vintage the sizing in 50s through 70s was very different (smaller than current cuts). That’s a reason when I see something I like online I ask for measurements and have gotten some great pieces that way.
I hope you enjoy my beautiful native country. Portugal is a true treasure to be discovered and appreciated for its diversity from North to South. Love the Algarve, delicious food and beautiful scenery.
Love your positivity on this subject. I have never been into fast fashion but in the past I was a stress shopper even in the second hand venue. How many blouses even If every one was only a few dollars do I need? Even if being an outfit repeater chaps your hide, then get more creative with your clothes. I follow an app creator who promotes wearing what you already have and she said she created a thousand different outfits with her wardrobe. That’s 3 years of outfits before a repeat! If someone is paying that much attention to what you wear, I think it’s time to feel nervous 😬 I have been applying these principles to what I have in my home. Instead of buying something new, I have been upcycling or refurbishing my furniture and home accessories. AND I am pleased with how they have turned out. My husband loves it too and is giving his own ideas for things. 🥰Sorry to write so much but I really enjoy your tips and lessons. I am 57 and it’s never too late to learn.
I really loved your ending thoughts on what it really means to be an influencer, Alyssa! I honestly love using Instagram for spreading the message of slow fashion and loving what you already have, and even if I do add one or two new pieces every now and then, I try to be mindful of when I buy them so that I'm not making the decision out of emotion or scarcity. Thank you for being such a positive example for this one initiative, Alyssa! I truly feel like you've inspired me a lot on my journey towards becoming not just more mindful with how I approach fashion, but with also incorporating better sustainability habits
Ah I'm so glad you liked that bit Amy! You really said it best about shopping with intention vs emotion or scarcity. So grateful you are part of this community!
I appreciate everything you shared, but just want to point out that the second hand market is dependent on somebody somewhere continuing to buy things first hand....
Cindy, I don't think we need to worry about that. The supply in 2nd hand market is overflowing wherever you look. Also it doesn't need to be one or the other. A lot of people do both including me. I haven't figured out how to buy shoes second hand as I have to try on to know whether it fits. I tried thrift stores, shoe options are limited and I also have a thing not wanting to wear shoes worn by others... Still working on it.
I went thrifting yesterday and found some Jag pull on jeans. They’re perfect for me because with some weight gain over the past couple of years, jeans have become very uncomfortable and suffocating to wear, not to mention they exacerbate my heartburn/ GERD. The lesson I’ve learnt from thrifting a lot, is that instead of focusing on what you can buy, it’s a great way to discover new brands/ styles even without buying. Eg I now know that I like Jag pull on jeans and also (from a previous trip) Not Your Daughter’s Jeans. So I have two brands of jeans that I can search for on secondhand websites/apps and know I will be happy with without needing to try them on and/ or that I can go to if I need multiples or a different size of these at a later date.
I am a bit slow, just learning lately about "fast fashion" and the damage it can do for our environment and use of resources. Just read how many fast fashion items that are "returned" actually get thrown out or shipped to other countries! I've been a thrift shopper for ages and love the quality items I buy. Recently shopped retail for the first time in a year and was horrified at the poor design and lack of quality in fabrics. Yes, I'll stick to my slow fashion and continue to wear all my closet favorites - at least the ones I can wear, lost a lot of weight in the last several years so some of my best things are too big! I did save some dresses with great fabric so they can be re-worked. Alyssa, you're a marvel and I love your friendly approach and common sense. Thank you!
I set a small monthly amount for my clothing purchases. It helps me be creative in finding quality clothing at thrift stores, consignment shops, sales, garage sales. My sister and I sometimes swap items. I do simple alterations on pants. I look for classic quality pieces. I now have a full closet of great pieces!
My top tip to participate in slow fashion on a budget is to invest time in figuring out what items you really need for your specific lifestyle, body etc, by experimenting with your existing wardrobe as well as following great influencers like yourself, Alyssa. This means we waste less money and natural resources on garments that don't work out for us. It takes time and effort, but is SO worth it. And addictive, once you get into it!
I am wearing a flannel shirt I got from thredUP!! 👍🏼🤣 I am a work in progress but slowly attempting changes. If possible would you consider doing vlogs about Portugal?? Thank you for another great video! ❤️☀️😊
Disposable fashion is a mindset. I cringe a little at the influencers who film first their thrift hauls, then the huge decluttering of their closets. I thrift most of my wardrobe, but not like that! In contrast, 5 years ago I bought several 100% cotton tee shirts from a fast fashion chain. They cost US$4.99 each. Alyssa, I value those shirts. They are good quality, made with care. Thanks to your channel and others like it, I know they were probably made by women like my seamstress mother, who weren’t paid a living wage. They may last forever. If not, when they’re rags I’ll use them to clean my windows! Ciao!
It could be because there are more secondhand vendors that are focusing on offering plus size so they are buying up that inventory ... That is a big guess though!!
Loved the tips thank you so much. I saw a different video that showed what happens to garments that are returned for whatever reason and to put it bluntly it was disgusting what it is doing to the environment in some parts of the world.
Being an influencer! Now that piqued my interest! I think you gave me an idea! Mall shopping has become frivolous and boring for me, but I still want to make my own fashion statement. I’m more intentional when I shop. I purchased some awesome jewelry and a Banana Republic lace top from a consignment shop near my home. Cool items can be found off the beaten path and I don’t have to deal with crowds. I also make a statement in my home with accessories from resale and antique shops! So much fun! Like telling my story!
Slow fashion is the way things used to be. When I started my career in the 80s, it was considered a lot if we didn’t have to repeat an outfit during the work week. I remember when I got enough for two weeks, 10 outfits, without repeating, it was exciting! I’ve fallen into the fast-fashion, overconsumption, problem since about 2000, but I never mind repeating an outfit I love. I just have too many options now, it’s hard to keep everything in rotation.
I think what you need to learn is to do and be you! That's what made you where you are today, so you should be proud of it! And we love to hear you. The more you say, the more we know, so please.... ☺️
Another excellent video, Alyssa. 2nd hand shopping + alteration has become my new hobby. I can do a little sewing, crochet and knitting. I use all these skills to alternation. Alteration can make clothes fit better , also add a little flare here and there. It is way more fun than buying new outfit. It is not unusual to feel an outfit is old after wearing once or twice. I feel the same way. But it doesn't mean old outfit is not good anymore. I have a few pieces in my closet which I bought with my first few paychecks over 20 years ago. I still wear them and feel proud that i can still fit into them and that they still look so timeless. You are absolutely right personal style is not found in a store.
Slow fashion is supposed to prevent spending. I buy things in two occasions first when I need to replace something that is destroyed or second when I find something that I really love. I have clothes in my closet maybe 20 years old. I am in love with everything that is in my closet,
So I'm in the process of a big weight loss, my wardrobe covers sizes 12-16 but I have changed style a lot since I was a size 12. I need to be very careful how I approach changing out my wardrobe when I hit that point as a lot of my wardrobe will no longer serve me. I love shopping second hand, but I also know the desire to overconsume even from that could very well appear. This channel is helping me prepare for that time
Ciao Alyssa! It's an Alyssa surprise Wednesday!!! Thank you for clarifying this myth. Did you make a video about these formulas? I love your organize like a boutique idea. I'm proud to be an outfit repeater. 🥰 Hope to see you soon! Love you. XOXO
Glad you only have a few adverts or sponsors as sometimes we get overwhelmed with hauls and long sponsor blurb. I am a repeater but I have variations on a theme! I am a sweater person so I can change up the sweater, belt it, or layer it! Like the little dishes but Sybbie would terrorize those! I can mend, hem, repair as long as it is not a major job, as I no longer have a machine and have to sew by hand. I can’t thrift much, as I am a bit on the larger size and the only stuff in my local thrift store that fit, are T-shirts and sweat pants. I do look at second hand stores, but can never find much. However, I do recycle my stuff and give it away to my former work colleagues. I have friends that say….when you get tired of ……think of me!
Hi Alyssa! So glad to know you are spending some time in my home country 😃😃 I've followed you for a long time know and I always learn a lot. If you, at some point, want to chat about slow fashion with a portuguese, just let me know. I have an Ig acount were I talk about this and other topics related with a more conscious aproach in our wardrobe.
This is the first time I've seen one of your videos, and I like what I see. I've maintained a tailored capsule wardrobe since 2004, and at $180 per tailored suit a capsule wardrobe for North America (i.e. eight outfits rather than the Eurasian standard of ten) costs $1,440. (All prices are based on ethically sourcing talent and fabric from South Asia.) In contrast, fast fashion with no repeats for a year at $5/dress costs $1,825/year. So having a tailored and ethically sourced wardrobe custom made for me costs $385/year less than disposing of unaltered readymade clothing after a single use, and clothing tailored from new, quality fabric lasts for at least ten years if cared for properly, meaning that, for a fraction of the cost of using (or being used by?) fast fashion, one can have an ethically sourced wardrobe that fits and looks flattering no matter what. To be fair, fast fashion has contributed to the fashion industry by requiring retailers to specialize in particular designs and styles and has also provided a whirlwind education for those of us young enough not to have as yet developed our own sense of style. However, the sheer cost of fast fashion makes me wonder if ignorance about basic fabric care is the only thing keeping the fast fashion industry alive. I mean, if I didn't know how to bathe I'd want a new birthday suit every day and would be willing to pay the price of ten bars of soap for it, but is that really practical? (If anyone reading this who loves fast fashion despite knowing how to competently care for fabric is offended by my musing, please forgive me for having a little fun at your expense while replying if you're interested in educating me about what makes fast fashion wonderful to you. I'd really like to know.) And while I do owe it to the fast fashion industry that my body shape (disproportionately small waist with disproportionately large hips) has actually been acknowledged by the fashion industry as existing in nature, it didn't really matter to me since I'd already had to give up on readymades actually fitting properly so long ago. Slow fashion is the only way to go...if you're interested in looking attractive, feeling great in your clothes and saving money, that is. I'm subscribing, and I look forward to the next video!
Love your blouse!! Great reminding how to love our clothes without shopping every day! Such a great video! I recently discovered how to move a couple buttons on a double breasted pea coat to fit perfectly rather than donating it! Yay wd love to see you wear a suit girl! Yd look amazing in it! Yes thrifting! Recent find a Barney’s navy pin stripe blazer👍👍 and recently wore my salmon colored cashmere Escada blazer thrifted yes years ago! A total classic! I don’t like thrifting on line so much more fun in person! Visit Goodwill or Salvation Army, my choice as their proceeds goes towards their free addiction centers, a cause close to my heart. I have a Chanel sweater from thrifting which I still adore! Taking care of items storing them in sweater bags helps. Hope I help someone! Avid thrifter here. 💜
I love all your suggestions and advice on slow fashion and I look forward to your videos. Could you please add the links for some of the second hand online stores. Thank you beautiful lady!
I think most people don't actually care about outfit repeating but to make it sound more appealing I think it's important to emphasize your love for certain outfits and garments that you own and how they feel authentic to you. People love the idea of having a distinct personal style and brand and you can't really do that if you're constantly wearing new things. I try not to outfit repeat too often because I own a looooot of clothes (most of which I've had for many years but certainly some of which are new), but that just means I challenge myself to come up with new combinations with what I already have. Having a closet app and taking daily fit pics has really helped me do that. I also rarely get rid of my clothes unless there's no way I'll be able to fit into them or owning it truly brings me major distress, so even if I don't like the garment, I usually find at some point, maybe years later, I have kind of a moment with it and enjoy wearing it. So um. Being a hoarder and not being so quick to declutter. May not be the advice most people give but it works for me.
I love your shirt - it's looks like a linen mix? Very classy for the Algarve. Hope you are having a great time there. Can you please do a video about what the shopping is like there, do you have a favourite store there, are there more small boutique type shops or is it mainly big stores? And do the Portuguese embrace second-hand shopping? Have you bought anything yet?!!
I didn’t see a link for the outfit formula mix and match video. Can you add it in the description. I’ve developed a few better habits and am ready for this step.
I know it may not be budget friendly, but could you do a review on your jmb villa bag! I have been thinkng about it for months! Lol. But they dont have many pictures of a person wearing it and showING all the angles. You have mentioned its heavy, how heavy? Lol the design is BRILLIANT!!
Great to see you during the week!👏 I find another reason to recreate Juliana Awada outifit. She have a similar purple dress that you show in one of yours first videos on CZcams. I would love if you share some places of Portugal. Big huge!
I agree about tailoring. Make your tailor/seamstress your best friend! I learned so much from talking with them and watching them work (like hanging special or unusual garments). Alas, my maternal grandmother was my number one seamstress when she was alive. I enjoyed hours watching her work on all types of men and women’s clothing and learned quality clothing trumps price and trends. She scoffed at a lot of cheap quality clothing, that it was a lack of respect and pride in the trade, saying that she would not even dress an enemy in some of that clothing 😂
Sadly, I love thrifting but here in San Francisco many of the Goodwills and second hand stores have closed. I know there is Thred-up but I like to thrift in person. So not as many options to thrift as there was a few years ago.
About the only thing I do “right” is buy classic styles and natural fibers/materials for their longevity, then take maximum care of them. I expect my wardrobe items (clothes, footwear, accessories, sleepwear) to last 30 years, at least, and mostly they do. I recently learned not to store anything with elastic or Spandex in the warmest area of the house, my third floor, all these items have lost their stretch over the summer, so are too big and loose. I still shop way too much, something that came out of lockdown boredom, a habit I’m trying hard to break.
Hope the Algarve is going really well for you. I’m glad you managed to get out there smoothly and I hope you have a lovely adventure. I just wanted to say that I have been doing all of the influencing tips on my Instagram already. It’s really been great as I have a very busy job, and it’s my way of staying connected to my family and friends. They all look at my outfits, like and comment and it’s a nice way to keep in touch with people. I think it’s really important to mention this because it’s a holistic thing. Especially, when I do spend my money with a brand. I know it’s something I can’t find secondhand first, and it’s usually something really unique. I usually now buy from brands where I really know the maker, I value their work. So it’s a form of art patronage which feels so so much better than buying something I ‘want’ in a shop. Investing in the places that we value and giving back to communities is a really important part of this as well. I couldn’t spot where those places were, until I went on this journey.
I have also found that even if you often repeat outfits that you love and feel great in most people won't even notice. They simply think you look amazing all the time. I have a friend who has a small but lovely wardrobe. I notice because I love fashion. But, the consensus of EVERYONE who knows this women is that she always elegant and put together. I have never heard anyone say, "Yes but she wore that skirt last week..." xoxo
True
I’ve literally worn the same 2 church dresses every Sunday for the last 3 years…I can’t imagine NOT repeating an outfit!
And honestly not a lot of other people care and remember what you wear. So keep reapeating outfits! 😊
“I personally don’t think that personal style is found in a store.” Brilliant!!!
I have daughters that I pass my clothes to. I remember admiring the way my own mother dressed and feeling so amazing in her hand-me-downs. It also just made me feel connected to her.
I’ve never thought you were too “wordy” at all. Some ppl are! You are not. All of your content is precise and very interesting. I’m shopping my closet much more these days. There’s not much of anything I need. I don’t work anymore so definitely don’t need NEW often at all. Thanks for all your tips!
Discovering my personal style by actually WEARING the clothes I have and then reflecting upon, adjusting, editing, etc. is something that works for me, but I never had words for! Thanks for being able to articulate that so well, Alyssa!
I sometimes buy things second hand and alter them, or 'upcycle' things to give worn out things a new lease of life. I love to knit my own jumpers, sometimes buying a worn out 2nd hand jumper, unravelling it and knitting it into something new - so satisfying!
I always feel super awkward commenting but you really make important content -not just sustainable shopping related but also I think content that is important for people's mental health. I really appreciate your honest work. 💛
Yes, everyone can be an influencer in the literal sense! I have a close friend who used to travel by plane to another country for sale season!! This has always been insane to me, especially because she had sooo many clothes and also earns a lot of money. I never judged her, but over time my slow fashion approach rubbed off quite a bit, as we do spend a lot of time together. Now she resells and donates pieces she doesn't wear, makes more conscious decisions, built a color palette for her wardrobe with the help of a professional and we go second hand shopping together instead of going to regular shops 💕 I'm actually a little proud as I'm writing this 😄
I was so excited to see you filming in Montreal, especially in Carre St. Louis where I grew up. Now, I am even more excited to see you film in Portugal where I was born. There is so much to do and see in Portugal. Enjoy the food and beautiful sights.
Thank you Marta! I am very grateful to experience both places! xx
That U.K. statistic is horrifying! I’m still wearing clothes I bought from fast fashion stores a decade ago. I need to try that jumper hanging trick - I have them hung by the shoulders, which I know is bad!
I've got garments that are over ten years old and I still love and wear them! I've got a t-shirt that was my mum's that was bought some time in the Nineties... It's a little twisted but honestly, that's only noticeable when I iron it. And my favourite Breton striped shirt was a birthday present circa 2007 - at £30, it seemed a lot of money for a top but over the years I've had it, that works out at about a fraction of a penny per wear by now. All bar one of my cashmere jumpers are from eBay (I discovered I really like the flexibility a nice cashmere jumper gives me, because it can be worn as a top on its own or over a top as a second layer).
I have never, ever, bought anything with the idea that it's only going to last me for a season. Even my very cheap long sleeved t-shirts that I bought when I had approximately no income and needed them were bought with the intention that I would have them for a few years. That was about three years ago and they haven't worn out yet!
I'm not a minimalist, but I don't think anyone has to be a minimalist to decide not to play the fast fashion game!
oouf your last point was so well said!! 🙌
Absolutely agree. I’m a boomer, school years were the sixties and early seventies when it was normal to “repeat” outfits. Like you I have classic items that are years old. One of my coats is 15 and still looks good. My family was a single earner, and had three daughters to clothe, so we passed down, mended, and learned to sew. And I dressed just like my peers! We all were the same and this outfit judging was nonexistent. I love to dress well, but won’t be influenced by marketing.
I have two sweaters that are over thirty years old I refuse to part with. One is more emotional attachment and the other is the color.
You are a national treasure. We should all be reminded to slow down, invest and care for everything in our lives, including our clothes. With your help and guidance over the years, I love watching my style slowly evolve. Again, you’re amazing
thank you for the kind words Nicole, it means a lot xx
Thanks Alyssa for another great video. Finding a great tailor has transformed my wardrobe, it’s amazing what can be done! I’m petite and realised that I was dissatisfied with a number of good quality pieces because they just didn’t fit me properly. Even small adjustments can make such a difference, and I also now have more confidence when
shopping pre-owned because I know they can be altered x
Yes! A great tailor or seamstress is invaluable! Thanks for sharing and watching! xx
I like to embroid on my clothes. It makes it so much more personal. Like my own personal touch to an outfit 💜💙
I bought a few clothes last week in a 2. Hand shop. Today we meet for our language course and I told my colleges so enthusiastic, what amazing things I got there for little money. Yes, we have to say, that 2. Hand is something good!
amazing! thanks for sharing! xx
Sadly, the second hand trend is a slippery slope. Now that brands are having their own second hand boutiques, they may just keep making the same amount and send the extra to second hand shops. So we have to be careful with that one.
this is SUCH a good point. Thank you for the reminder and for sharing - the secondhand market shouldn't be a pass to continue overproducing and consuming.
I will outfit repeat as long as the item still makes me feel happy. I think my oldest item dates back to 2004?. I admit I I have got rid of items because I got bored of seeing them in photos for 10 years holiday photos in a row 🤣. Some items I bore of more quickly. But I do try to shop mindfully.
I was so happy with this video as I checked i already do so many of the habits you mentioned. I have curated my wardrobe and organised my clothes so when I open the doors I get that "boutique" experience!! I also calculate my "cost per wear" and even factor it in to my decision making when purchasing. I am a thrift queen (we call it op shopping in Australia). I have also gone to natural fibres, plain colours (not so many prints and patterns) and really only acquire items that suit my colouring and shape. Thanks so much, Alyssa, for flying the flag for slow fashion and sustainability with style. You have more creativity than any influencer I know and put your outfits together with such panache.
You know, I had no idea that outfit repeating was viewed as a bad thing. I have been an outfit repeater for decades. Clothes are expensive so I have always gotten as much wear out of them as I could before replacing them. Buying clothes just to buy them, and then only wearing them a few times is a foreign concept for me. I have bought items of clothes here and there that have been failures for various reasons, but I have managed to keep the number down over the years by sticking to the cuts and styles I know are going to work for me. I didn't know that what I have been doing for all the years is considered slow fashion until I started watching your videos two years ago. I just figured I was frugal lol
Oh Alyssa, some women have been against repeat wears for a long time. When I worked in a women’s sportswear dept in high school (1973-74) one of my coworkers bought new tops every week for her Fri and Sat dates with her longtime boyfriend. I thought it was nuts then and still do.
Wowww thank you for sharing this!!
I was taught you buy a dress for cousin A wedding,six months later cousin B gets married you need another new dress because you were already seen in the original dress.
Really enjoyed the video! :)
Today, I went to a second hand shop for the first time ever which was totally inspired by your videos regarding slow fashion and sustainability :) Even tough it felt unfamiliar, it was a nice experience. I bought one shirt which was inexpensive and it will be my only purchase this month :)
Ah well done you!! Glad you enjoyed it xx
Enjoy your new locale!
I enjoy the hunt at a thrift store because at fast fashion stores you can find everythingat once. Quality above quantity works on so many levels not just fashion. I have a difficult time finding clothes and shoes in my size however I've hit the jackpot on leather purses numerous times.
Crocheted a sweater 3 years ago, barely wore it so I pulled it apart and came up with something new and more exciting this past week.
Thank you for a welcome dose of sunny advice, rethinking our extravagant and materialistic ways. Sweater on a hanger technique: a keeper. And I love the idea of styling your closet and dressing table as if they were a boutique display.
“Excuse me, I have notes” made me laugh. Note appreciator here.
It turns out that my younger daughter is an influencer! She buys second hand, wears his father and boyfriend shirts, swaps garments with her best friends...And I am begining to do the same. Anyway, I think that you are right and the mantra love and wear what you already have in your closet is the key of slow fashion, and to make that mantra work, you need to know yourself (lifestyle, colours, bodyshape...) Its a long journey, no surprise mature women are often so stylish. Well, indeed you have travelled very fast😘
Really good video.And so pleased you acknowledged the difficulty of Plus Size women finding things to wear in Consignment /Second Hand shops.And I enjoy repeating outfits with adding different jewelry or a scarf. etc.
One of my go to pairs of black slacks i have owned since 2004. omg!! I wear them at least once a week.
Thank you for acknowledging that sizing issues can be a hurdle in thrifting! I am a short-waisted larger petite size, 12P or 14P. So not into plus sizes, but sure not tiny. I have 2 great tailors, but there are many regular size garments that just can't be altered to fit me. I love buying second-hand, but have to work at it. Your channel has been a BIG help! Show us some Portuguese craft/traditional inspired type clothes next, that would be fun!
Researching and saving up for one item that's been on my mind and I know I'll wear to death is quite rewarding. I feel empowered when I click away from sites without dropping money - the ball is in my court instead of the companies' and it feels like a small secret rebellion against all the advertising out in the world. Bonus - if it's a company I love and I keep logging in without completing a purchase, they usually email me a coupon code. 😉 If you are going to eventually buy a thing, make those algorithms work for you! 💕
Haha YES. I am pretty sure I have had the exact same thoughts!
The first thing that struck me was your crisp, striped shirt, because I scored one almost exactly like it yesterday (for $3!!!!) at a thrift store that was having a 50% off sale. I repeat outfits a lot and shop almost exclusively second-hand...and I have no problem telling everyone this. And I do have a YT channel but am not an influencer in the clothing realm...although what to wear to a job interview is a relevant topic, and I do talk about looking great at work being possible by shopping thrift. Thanks for another great video and I look forward to some scenery pics of your new location!
Found Savers in Las Vegas, designer level, get compliments on certain pieces. T
Got interrupted. Thanks for your help.
Thank you for suggesting being conscious of our own favorite outfit formulas. Cardigan + blouse + pants is one of my go-tos. I can now get inspiration from runway shows & copy them.
Hi I’m new to your channel and I’m loving the outfit ideas. I’m keen to do more with sustainable fashion. I recently purchased a couple of black leather handbags - 1 was a DKNY bag. They were tatty and well used so I “did them up”. I trimmed loose threads, stuck down loose pieces of leather, cleaned the leather, dyed the leather and I have just finished sealing the leather. They look like new. I’m so pleased with them and I can’t wait to use them. I wouldn’t have been able to afford them new but second hand was great for me and I learnt a new skill.
Yes!!! I am current wearing a shirt not unlike the one you have on that I got at a street market in Hong Kong 20 years ago. It had gone it and out of fashion and am glad it is back. Also took the shoulder pads out of several blazers that were at least 10 years ago and am enjoying how they complete a stylish look with a sweater and jeans. Have always taken good care of my clothing so it has paid off.
Thrifting, repeating, shop your closet, and slow fashion is my jam! Great video AB!! Enjoy Portugal!!
Yayyyy so glad wRen thank you for being here!
Thank you for mentioning plus size consumers. It’s very tough to find secondhand garments in a double digit size
❤️❤️ thank you for watching!
The thrift flipping trend is making it worse, with people buying up the sizes they don’t actually need.
I've never understood the dislike of outfit repeating. Why spend money on clothes only to wear them once? It just doesn't make sense.
Thanks for the video.👍
You inadvertently gave me a good idea. I do not like the fabric belt that came with my trench and always looks like wrinkled and needs ironing ironing so I used a weave belt instead and I love it. It's a camel Brown Belt with a Gray cream coat coat and I just love it.
Such a thoughtful video! I have a couple of good thrift stores in my area that I shop regularly. Typically I wear a ladies large or 12/14. In some of the stores there is a plus size section clothing. I've actually had been success shopping in that section believe it or not, but I think it's because they include an extra large size there. If someone washed the Garment before donating it, the piece could shrink, so I do try on extra larges and occasionally something will fit. The important thing is not to focus on the number of the Garment and that goes for retail shopping as well. I have mediums, larges, extra larges, 12/14 and 16s all in my closet that I wear right now because when we're thrift shopping we're buying from all different brands and they size things differently so it's important to be open-minded
Thank you for sharing! Being open minded is key! xx
@@AlyssaBeltempo you're welcome!
So true - and if something is truly vintage the sizing in 50s through 70s was very different (smaller than current cuts). That’s a reason when I see something I like online I ask for measurements and have gotten some great pieces that way.
I had to pause the video. The Algave is so beautiful. We visited with my husband. I'm sure to will enjoy your time there. Ok back to the video. 😄
I hope you enjoy my beautiful native country. Portugal is a true treasure to be discovered and appreciated for its diversity from North to South. Love the Algarve, delicious food and beautiful scenery.
Love your positivity on this subject. I have never been into fast fashion but in the past I was a stress shopper even in the second hand venue. How many blouses even If every one was only a few dollars do I need? Even if being an outfit repeater chaps your hide, then get more creative with your clothes. I follow an app creator who promotes wearing what you already have and she said she created a thousand different outfits with her wardrobe. That’s 3 years of outfits before a repeat! If someone is paying that much attention to what you wear, I think it’s time to feel nervous 😬 I have been applying these principles to what I have in my home. Instead of buying something new, I have been upcycling or refurbishing my furniture and home accessories. AND I am pleased with how they have turned out. My husband loves it too and is giving his own ideas for things. 🥰Sorry to write so much but I really enjoy your tips and lessons. I am 57 and it’s never too late to learn.
I really loved your ending thoughts on what it really means to be an influencer, Alyssa! I honestly love using Instagram for spreading the message of slow fashion and loving what you already have, and even if I do add one or two new pieces every now and then, I try to be mindful of when I buy them so that I'm not making the decision out of emotion or scarcity. Thank you for being such a positive example for this one initiative, Alyssa! I truly feel like you've inspired me a lot on my journey towards becoming not just more mindful with how I approach fashion, but with also incorporating better sustainability habits
Ah I'm so glad you liked that bit Amy! You really said it best about shopping with intention vs emotion or scarcity. So grateful you are part of this community!
Great video Alyssa! I love being in the sustainable fashion community with you! 😊😊
Thank you so much for watching Val! Your videos are awesome - grateful you are here! xx
I appreciate everything you shared, but just want to point out that the second hand market is dependent on somebody somewhere continuing to buy things first hand....
Cindy, I don't think we need to worry about that. The supply in 2nd hand market is overflowing wherever you look. Also it doesn't need to be one or the other. A lot of people do both including me. I haven't figured out how to buy shoes second hand as I have to try on to know whether it fits. I tried thrift stores, shoe options are limited and I also have a thing not wanting to wear shoes worn by others... Still working on it.
I went thrifting yesterday and found some Jag pull on jeans. They’re perfect for me because with some weight gain over the past couple of years, jeans have become very uncomfortable and suffocating to wear, not to mention they exacerbate my heartburn/ GERD.
The lesson I’ve learnt from thrifting a lot, is that instead of focusing on what you can buy, it’s a great way to discover new brands/ styles even without buying. Eg I now know that I like Jag pull on jeans and also (from a previous trip) Not Your Daughter’s Jeans. So I have two brands of jeans that I can search for on secondhand websites/apps and know I will be happy with without needing to try them on and/ or that I can go to if I need multiples or a different size of these at a later date.
I am a bit slow, just learning lately about "fast fashion" and the damage it can do for our environment and use of resources. Just read how many fast fashion items that are "returned" actually get thrown out or shipped to other countries! I've been a thrift shopper for ages and love the quality items I buy. Recently shopped retail for the first time in a year and was horrified at the poor design and lack of quality in fabrics. Yes, I'll stick to my slow fashion and continue to wear all my closet favorites - at least the ones I can wear, lost a lot of weight in the last several years so some of my best things are too big! I did save some dresses with great fabric so they can be re-worked. Alyssa, you're a marvel and I love your friendly approach and common sense. Thank you!
You're very kind Vivian! Sounds like you've been practicing slow fashion for a while!! ❤️👏
I set a small monthly amount for my clothing purchases. It helps me be creative in finding quality clothing at thrift stores, consignment shops, sales, garage sales. My sister and I sometimes swap items. I do simple alterations on pants. I look for classic quality pieces. I now have a full closet of great pieces!
My top tip to participate in slow fashion on a budget is to invest time in figuring out what items you really need for your specific lifestyle, body etc, by experimenting with your existing wardrobe as well as following great influencers like yourself, Alyssa. This means we waste less money and natural resources on garments that don't work out for us. It takes time and effort, but is SO worth it. And addictive, once you get into it!
My second hand piece’s are some of my best .
I am wearing a flannel shirt I got from thredUP!! 👍🏼🤣
I am a work in progress but slowly attempting changes.
If possible would you consider doing vlogs about Portugal??
Thank you for another great video! ❤️☀️😊
Absolutely! I am figuring out what the best way to share my time here is :)
Today, I feel much more fashion conscious than I was in the past and you inspire me more and more to follow slow fashion! I love your videos...kisses!
the light in Portugal really suits you! You look glowing and happy.
Disposable fashion is a mindset. I cringe a little at the influencers who film first their thrift hauls, then the huge decluttering of their closets. I thrift most of my wardrobe, but not like that! In contrast, 5 years ago I bought several 100% cotton tee shirts from a fast fashion chain. They cost US$4.99 each. Alyssa, I value those shirts. They are good quality, made with care. Thanks to your channel and others like it, I know they were probably made by women like my seamstress mother, who weren’t paid a living wage. They may last forever. If not, when they’re rags I’ll use them to clean my windows! Ciao!
For some reasons , I find that there is less options in thrift stores for size L and XL.
It could be because there are more secondhand vendors that are focusing on offering plus size so they are buying up that inventory ... That is a big guess though!!
thank you for acknowledging the plus size and disabled communities!! Fantastic!
Loved the tips thank you so much. I saw a different video that showed what happens to garments that are returned for whatever reason and to put it bluntly it was disgusting what it is doing to the environment in some parts of the world.
Being an influencer! Now that piqued my interest! I think you gave me an idea! Mall shopping has become frivolous and boring for me, but I still want to make my own fashion statement. I’m more intentional when I shop. I purchased some awesome jewelry and a Banana Republic lace top from a consignment shop near my home. Cool items can be found off the beaten path and I don’t have to deal with crowds. I also make a statement in my home with accessories from resale and antique shops! So much fun! Like telling my story!
Slow fashion is the way things used to be. When I started my career in the 80s, it was considered a lot if we didn’t have to repeat an outfit during the work week. I remember when I got enough for two weeks, 10 outfits, without repeating, it was exciting! I’ve fallen into the fast-fashion, overconsumption, problem since about 2000, but I never mind repeating an outfit I love. I just have too many options now, it’s hard to keep everything in rotation.
Great video! I appreciate your awareness that second hand shopping is more difficult for plus and disabled folks. It’s getting better though!
I'm tempted to just book a ticket to Faro after seeing that sun coming through 😊
omg worth it! Thanks for watching Ieva xx
Ok - I love the SYC videos obviously - and this one was excellent. Thanks!
I think what you need to learn is to do and be you! That's what made you where you are today, so you should be proud of it! And we love to hear you. The more you say, the more we know, so please.... ☺️
Look at the quality of the light.
Another excellent video, Alyssa. 2nd hand shopping + alteration has become my new hobby. I can do a little sewing, crochet and knitting. I use all these skills to alternation. Alteration can make clothes fit better , also add a little flare here and there. It is way more fun than buying new outfit. It is not unusual to feel an outfit is old after wearing once or twice. I feel the same way. But it doesn't mean old outfit is not good anymore. I have a few pieces in my closet which I bought with my first few paychecks over 20 years ago. I still wear them and feel proud that i can still fit into them and that they still look so timeless. You are absolutely right personal style is not found in a store.
I LOVE your engagement talking about slow fashion...!!! 😍❤️😍❤️
Slow fashion is supposed to prevent spending. I buy things in two occasions first when I need to replace something that is destroyed or second when I find something that I really love. I have clothes in my closet maybe 20 years old. I am in love with everything that is in my closet,
So I'm in the process of a big weight loss, my wardrobe covers sizes 12-16 but I have changed style a lot since I was a size 12. I need to be very careful how I approach changing out my wardrobe when I hit that point as a lot of my wardrobe will no longer serve me. I love shopping second hand, but I also know the desire to overconsume even from that could very well appear. This channel is helping me prepare for that time
Ciao Alyssa! It's an Alyssa surprise Wednesday!!! Thank you for clarifying this myth. Did you make a video about these formulas? I love your organize like a boutique idea. I'm proud to be an outfit repeater. 🥰 Hope to see you soon! Love you. XOXO
Love buying second hand. Doesn't hurt that my oldest worked as a second hand buyer and can quickly tell me if something is a good deal or not!
Glad you only have a few adverts or sponsors as sometimes we get overwhelmed with hauls and long sponsor blurb. I am a repeater but I have variations on a theme! I am a sweater person so I can change up the sweater, belt it, or layer it! Like the little dishes but Sybbie would terrorize those! I can mend, hem, repair as long as it is not a major job, as I no longer have a machine and have to sew by hand. I can’t thrift much, as I am a bit on the larger size and the only stuff in my local thrift store that fit, are T-shirts and sweat pants. I do look at second hand stores, but can never find much. However, I do recycle my stuff and give it away to my former work colleagues. I have friends that say….when you get tired of ……think of me!
Yes!! I have friends whose clothes I call dibs on too lol thanks for being here Hallie!
Hi Alyssa! So glad to know you are spending some time in my home country 😃😃 I've followed you for a long time know and I always learn a lot. If you, at some point, want to chat about slow fashion with a portuguese, just let me know. I have an Ig acount were I talk about this and other topics related with a more conscious aproach in our wardrobe.
So cool Sara!! What is your handle?
This is the first time I've seen one of your videos, and I like what I see. I've maintained a tailored capsule wardrobe since 2004, and at $180 per tailored suit a capsule wardrobe for North America (i.e. eight outfits rather than the Eurasian standard of ten) costs $1,440. (All prices are based on ethically sourcing talent and fabric from South Asia.) In contrast, fast fashion with no repeats for a year at $5/dress costs $1,825/year. So having a tailored and ethically sourced wardrobe custom made for me costs $385/year less than disposing of unaltered readymade clothing after a single use, and clothing tailored from new, quality fabric lasts for at least ten years if cared for properly, meaning that, for a fraction of the cost of using (or being used by?) fast fashion, one can have an ethically sourced wardrobe that fits and looks flattering no matter what.
To be fair, fast fashion has contributed to the fashion industry by requiring retailers to specialize in particular designs and styles and has also provided a whirlwind education for those of us young enough not to have as yet developed our own sense of style. However, the sheer cost of fast fashion makes me wonder if ignorance about basic fabric care is the only thing keeping the fast fashion industry alive. I mean, if I didn't know how to bathe I'd want a new birthday suit every day and would be willing to pay the price of ten bars of soap for it, but is that really practical? (If anyone reading this who loves fast fashion despite knowing how to competently care for fabric is offended by my musing, please forgive me for having a little fun at your expense while replying if you're interested in educating me about what makes fast fashion wonderful to you. I'd really like to know.) And while I do owe it to the fast fashion industry that my body shape (disproportionately small waist with disproportionately large hips) has actually been acknowledged by the fashion industry as existing in nature, it didn't really matter to me since I'd already had to give up on readymades actually fitting properly so long ago.
Slow fashion is the only way to go...if you're interested in looking attractive, feeling great in your clothes and saving money, that is. I'm subscribing, and I look forward to the next video!
Already turned 4 pairs of trousers into skirts for the oncoming sunny season
Love this! Totally agree!
thanks for watching Julie! xx
Love your blouse!! Great reminding how to love our clothes without shopping every day! Such a great video! I recently discovered how to move a couple buttons on a double breasted pea coat to fit perfectly rather than donating it! Yay wd love to see you wear a suit girl! Yd look amazing in it! Yes thrifting! Recent find a Barney’s navy pin stripe blazer👍👍 and recently wore my salmon colored cashmere Escada blazer thrifted yes years ago! A total classic! I don’t like thrifting on line so much more fun in person! Visit Goodwill or Salvation Army, my choice as their proceeds goes towards their free addiction centers, a cause close to my heart. I have a Chanel sweater from thrifting which I still adore! Taking care of items storing them in sweater bags helps. Hope I help someone! Avid thrifter here. 💜
I love all your suggestions and advice on slow fashion and I look forward to your videos. Could you please add the links for some of the second hand online stores. Thank you beautiful lady!
Thanks for sharing your information on fast fashion commercial tactics that companies like Zara uses and the impact that it has on the earth
Special focus should be kept in mind to do our part on our fashion consumption save the earth one suit at a time.
Signed up. Watching that class right now. THANK YOU Alyssa, grazie mille! 💖
Yay! I think you will love skillshare ! xx
I think most people don't actually care about outfit repeating but to make it sound more appealing I think it's important to emphasize your love for certain outfits and garments that you own and how they feel authentic to you. People love the idea of having a distinct personal style and brand and you can't really do that if you're constantly wearing new things. I try not to outfit repeat too often because I own a looooot of clothes (most of which I've had for many years but certainly some of which are new), but that just means I challenge myself to come up with new combinations with what I already have. Having a closet app and taking daily fit pics has really helped me do that.
I also rarely get rid of my clothes unless there's no way I'll be able to fit into them or owning it truly brings me major distress, so even if I don't like the garment, I usually find at some point, maybe years later, I have kind of a moment with it and enjoy wearing it. So um. Being a hoarder and not being so quick to declutter. May not be the advice most people give but it works for me.
Be an influencer!!! Yes!!! This is my goal! I want to stand out among the crowd and not blend in!! I am working on this!!
I love your shirt - it's looks like a linen mix? Very classy for the Algarve. Hope you are having a great time there. Can you please do a video about what the shopping is like there, do you have a favourite store there, are there more small boutique type shops or is it mainly big stores? And do the Portuguese embrace second-hand shopping? Have you bought anything yet?!!
I didn’t see a link for the outfit formula mix and match video. Can you add it in the description. I’ve developed a few better habits and am ready for this step.
So sorry about this! I added it to the description but here it is as well! czcams.com/video/z8Xcv9t9D24/video.html
I love your "wordiness!"
Interesting fact, Coach has a trade in program where they will fix up old coach bags and resell them on their on line store.
So important! Loved that!!
Enjoy your travels!!!
I know it may not be budget friendly, but could you do a review on your jmb villa bag! I have been thinkng about it for months! Lol. But they dont have many pictures of a person wearing it and showING all the angles. You have mentioned its heavy, how heavy? Lol the design is BRILLIANT!!
Thank you for reminding us to be conscious 🙏 ❤❤❤
Great to see you during the week!👏 I find another reason to recreate Juliana Awada outifit. She have a similar purple dress that you show in one of yours first videos on CZcams. I would love if you share some places of Portugal. Big huge!
❤ Thank you for your wonderful tips, Alyssa!
I agree about tailoring. Make your tailor/seamstress your best friend! I learned so much from talking with them and watching them work (like hanging special or unusual garments).
Alas, my maternal grandmother was my number one seamstress when she was alive. I enjoyed hours watching her work on all types of men and women’s clothing and learned quality clothing trumps price and trends. She scoffed at a lot of cheap quality clothing, that it was a lack of respect and pride in the trade, saying that she would not even dress an enemy in some of that clothing 😂
Sadly, I love thrifting but here in San Francisco many of the Goodwills and second hand stores have closed. I know there is Thred-up but I like to thrift in person. So not as many options to thrift as there was a few years ago.
Thank you for reminding us that it is ok.
This was absolutely wonderful I'm a word repeater LOL I learned so much from this video! Thanks!! Have a wonderful time in Portugal!!XXOO
Slow fashion can be challenging for me with a inseam for bell bottoms at 34 inches and the long arms that goes with that. I love being tall but...
About the only thing I do “right” is buy classic styles and natural fibers/materials for their longevity, then take maximum care of them. I expect my wardrobe items (clothes, footwear, accessories, sleepwear) to last 30 years, at least, and mostly they do. I recently learned not to store anything with elastic or Spandex in the warmest area of the house, my third floor, all these items have lost their stretch over the summer, so are too big and loose. I still shop way too much, something that came out of lockdown boredom, a habit I’m trying hard to break.
Hope the Algarve is going really well for you. I’m glad you managed to get out there smoothly and I hope you have a lovely adventure. I just wanted to say that I have been doing all of the influencing tips on my Instagram already. It’s really been great as I have a very busy job, and it’s my way of staying connected to my family and friends. They all look at my outfits, like and comment and it’s a nice way to keep in touch with people. I think it’s really important to mention this because it’s a holistic thing. Especially, when I do spend my money with a brand.
I know it’s something I can’t find secondhand first, and it’s usually something really unique. I usually now buy from brands where I really know the maker, I value their work. So it’s a form of art patronage which feels so so much better than buying something I ‘want’ in a shop. Investing in the places that we value and giving back to communities is a really important part of this as well. I couldn’t spot where those places were, until I went on this journey.
😍 love this mindset!
Oh WOW HELLO NEIGHBOR!😍 I hope you'll like it here!! scream HI from the window really loud and maybe I can hear you🤗😄