I'm still a bit in the process of trying to put this go around of seasonal wardrobe settling to rest. I've gone through all of my pieces, let go + sold things. I have a little bit of a budget now from those sales, and I have an idea of where the holes are in my wardrobe:
As ever, I want to try to make minimal purchases that feel authentic + will be worn for a long time. I've realized lately that my tendency to take cues from others (in an effort to be empathetic) has morphed into something adjacent to acting for the approval of others. This is one reason authenticity feels enlightening at the moment. Remembering to emphasize the true inspiration that comes from looking within myself + my wardrobe feels exceedingly important.
I find that answering these two questions provide so much peace + direction:
If I could only wear one outfit during non-work hours + didn't worry about how others interpret it, what would it be?
If I only wore one outfit to work every day + didn't worry about how others interpret it...what would it be?
I truly can imagine wearing these outfits over and over. A couple of pairs of jeans along with a few white tees could be enough for work. This takes the pressure off needing too many new things. I already have more than 2 pairs of pants that I like. I don't need very many tops that I like wearing with them. No need to feel a big deficit.
With a list, a budget and a perspective in mind, I'm feeling kind of optimistic! :)
Love,
Jane
- comfy shorts
- tops to wear to work
- a tiny bag that meets event requirements (woohoo! summer!)
- a pair of comfy, yet cute(?) trainers
As ever, I want to try to make minimal purchases that feel authentic + will be worn for a long time. I've realized lately that my tendency to take cues from others (in an effort to be empathetic) has morphed into something adjacent to acting for the approval of others. This is one reason authenticity feels enlightening at the moment. Remembering to emphasize the true inspiration that comes from looking within myself + my wardrobe feels exceedingly important.
I find that answering these two questions provide so much peace + direction:
If I could only wear one outfit during non-work hours + didn't worry about how others interpret it, what would it be?
- white tee or tank + white shorts :: This might be strange, but it's what I want to wear. It feels light + breezy to me right now.
If I only wore one outfit to work every day + didn't worry about how others interpret it...what would it be?
- soft, pale denim + a white tee :: This outfit feels effortless + light + soft + friendly, yet grounded to me.
I truly can imagine wearing these outfits over and over. A couple of pairs of jeans along with a few white tees could be enough for work. This takes the pressure off needing too many new things. I already have more than 2 pairs of pants that I like. I don't need very many tops that I like wearing with them. No need to feel a big deficit.
With a list, a budget and a perspective in mind, I'm feeling kind of optimistic! :)
Love,
Jane
