Decluttering my FANTASY SELF | closet declutter & minimizing my wardrobe

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Today I'm sharing a few items that I haven't worn much (or at all) in the past year, and why Im'm decluttering them. Most of these items served some kind of "fantasy self" I was trying to curate with my personal style, but didn't end up aligning with my actual everyday reality (or personality). I hope sharing why I'm decluttering some of these pieces helps guide you in your next closet declutter!
What have you decluttered lately?
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  • @Christinamychas
    @Christinamychas2 жыл бұрын

    What have you decluttered lately? Who is your fantasy self?

  • @jessie3234

    @jessie3234

    2 жыл бұрын

    Dresses and heels are something that I NEVER wear in my closet. Time to declutter !

  • @hannarellah8497

    @hannarellah8497

    2 жыл бұрын

    My fantasy self wears size XS and is super slender. Having been through anorexia and years of disordered eating, I've recently discovered that wearing an M doesn't mean the world will crumble. So getting rid of skinny jeans that were a bit too tight was my latest focus ;)

  • @michelepaccione8806

    @michelepaccione8806

    2 жыл бұрын

    I used to be a competitive amateur ballroom dancer. I had a closet full of dance clothes, most of which I designed and sewed myself…so you can imagine my emotional attachment. I finally admitted I’m not dancing any more, and got rid of 95% of these clothes, keeping a few items I can transition into my regular wardrobe. It made me sad to let them fo, but it’s ridiculous to store them in a closet and never wear them.

  • @laurenstylish

    @laurenstylish

    2 жыл бұрын

    I’ve done several decluttering sessions in 2021, clothes have been the main focus and with each round I’m more able to get honest about what I’ll likely never wear again due to style or size, no matter how many good memories I have of wearing it in the past. Also duplicates - I have 5 maroon T-shirts, didn’t even realize that until I had decluttered enough to get them all in one place in my closet! My fantasy self apparently has as many arms as an octopus 🐙 because I have a purse affinity/addiction and that’s my hardest category to declutter.

  • @LL-ix5gj

    @LL-ix5gj

    2 жыл бұрын

    Oh, the fantasy self! Having kids brings you back down to earth pretty quickly. All my pencil skirts, stiletto or uncomfortable heels, fancy lingerie (super push up bras, uncomfortable undies, etc), tones of costume jewelry, all the eyeshadow palettes 🤪! (Can you tell I relate well to the concept of fantasy self?!) lol)

  • @zeinanicolas7359
    @zeinanicolas73592 жыл бұрын

    I'm 15 and I've found that specifically in my generation, with influences such as social media and of course the stressful social expectations of being a teenager, the idea of a fantasy self has plagued every interaction I've ever had with style! Your videos are really opening my eyes to the fact that my stress over what to wear has been because I've been trying so hard to wear things other people my age do and how my 'fantasy self' is a person that I'm not, and don't really even want to be, if I'm honest - so thank you.

  • @Christinamychas

    @Christinamychas

    2 жыл бұрын

    Learning it way earlier than I did 💕

  • @moneybee
    @moneybee2 жыл бұрын

    The concept of a "fantasy self" is so interesting, and once you realize the little "fantasy self" traps that you fall into, it becomes so much easier to think critically about purchases and if you'll get use/happiness from items down the road. Great video Christina! 😊

  • @whiskersBOOSTER2

    @whiskersBOOSTER2

    2 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely!!

  • @abbysanchez2271
    @abbysanchez22712 жыл бұрын

    I didn’t know anything about “fantasy items” until I found your channel. It’s helped SO MUCH not to force myself to wear something because it looks cute on other people. I’m making an effort to wear things that I feel comfortable and confident in🙌🏼

  • @DuvaLH3
    @DuvaLH32 жыл бұрын

    Being real about the fact that you weren’t going to get those pants tailored and parting with your last Bing T-shirt is savage (in the best way possible). Go you!

  • @KassWinnie
    @KassWinnie2 жыл бұрын

    So here's the thing about my fantasy self: she wasn't as unattainable as I thought she was. For years I avoid dressing like her cause I thought I would be dressing for a life that wasn't mine... Which was ultimately me lying to myself. So for about a year I slowly changed my wardrobe and decluttered a lot and now I dress exactly how I thought I'd never do (which is both my fantasy self and a bit of a fantasy character as well? Kkkkkkk) Takes a lot of thinking and planning and soul searching, tho, and you're doing it all, it seems, judging by how honest you are with yourself when you decluttered everything. Great video

  • @katec9893

    @katec9893

    9 ай бұрын

    I've been wondering this too, that maybe sometimes we just need to give ourselves permission to become our fantasy self and start wearing the corresponding clothes.

  • @deborrasanders
    @deborrasanders2 жыл бұрын

    In my latest clothing declutter, I found myself noticing textures. Comfort and soft textures are my guiding principles in clothing these days.

  • @jennbatman

    @jennbatman

    2 жыл бұрын

    Amen to this. My (hindsight) revisions were first round like/dislike, second round fits well or not and third round does it feel good on my body. Parted ways with pieces I loved but never wore for that exact reason. Guess it means I didn’t really love it.

  • @laurengibson960
    @laurengibson9602 жыл бұрын

    You are a very " together " young woman. I admire you for figuring out who you are ( it takes soul searching to achieve that) and have embraced the real you! You are a true inspiration. I have shared your channel with my 21 y.o Goddaughter.

  • @marystewart1292
    @marystewart12922 жыл бұрын

    My fantasy self was convinced she’d be losing 10 pounds and wearing a late 1990s Lucky Jeans denim skirt again someday. The 1990s finally left the house recently. I think that was actually the last item I own that was a ‘someday, when I’m thinner’ guilt trip.

  • @yanam6787
    @yanam67872 жыл бұрын

    I just pulled a whole pile out of my closet that was there “just in case” special occasion, just in case I lose weight, just in case… and I kept looking at it and kept stressing out about not wearing it or not fitting in it the way I was fitting in ti 7 years ago:( forget it! I was done and over with it - thrift store can have my cocktail dresses and office jackets that I no longer want :)

  • @youcansoften
    @youcansoften2 жыл бұрын

    Look at monks, they see clothes as a piece of fabric. It doesn't define who you are. I used to love fashion, but since I watched so many videos about the industry I'm now seek of it. I'm trying to only own my favorite pieces of everything. Favorite fragrance, clothes, stuff. I try to remember when I was a kid I didn't know what was fashionable I only enjoyed the moment no matter what I wore at the time. I was deeply connected to my soul. That's success to me. I recommend you Joshua's Becker channel it's excellent, perhaps you already know him.

  • @fnma21

    @fnma21

    2 жыл бұрын

    Same here! And I watch Joshua's videos too, he's great!

  • @nursescientist2520
    @nursescientist2520 Жыл бұрын

    The concept of acquiring "fantasy self" pieces has been MIND BLOWING for me. I never saw it yet it was right in front of me. I am a community palliative care nurse who lives in Central Canada...My real life wardrobe needs to fit my life and climate. Thank you for the tough love!

  • @anaidchrietzberg812
    @anaidchrietzberg8122 жыл бұрын

    Oh my fellow Aquarius, with the spreadsheets and forever striving for individuality… I feel you on this video. It’s a constant struggle for me especially in the realm of workplace attire, but that’s the key to your video is that if you feel confident in what you’re wearing vs fantasy self, then that’s way more important!

  • @Christinamychas

    @Christinamychas

    2 жыл бұрын

    HHaha you nailed it ♒️

  • @lizziebkennedy7505

    @lizziebkennedy7505

    2 жыл бұрын

    As someone who has two Aquarius in her nearest and dearest, I celebrate your beautiful, helpful quirks. Air signs help us breath, so thanks much.

  • @bstrong5016
    @bstrong50162 жыл бұрын

    I've been decluttering shoes. I have waaayyy too many. I have difficulty getting rid of them because I am very light on my feet and my shoes can look almost new for a decade. I outgrow the style. I finally let go of good quality newish shoes that I just don't love anymore. Why was this so difficult? Loving your content!

  • @eglesankari8996
    @eglesankari89962 жыл бұрын

    I can resonate, I love to have things because I see myself in different situations where I would wear this and that, but really, it's just fantasy. I went on holiday for 17 days, packed a carry onboard suitcase with carefully picked capsule and I realized that I don't need any more than that. It's 15th day and I still haven't worn one pair of trousers and a blouse. Reality speaks for itself. Thank you for another great video 😊

  • @keltay188

    @keltay188

    2 жыл бұрын

    Going on a trip with a capsule wardrobe was also how I realized that I'm happier with less!

  • @RebeccaNeffati
    @RebeccaNeffati2 жыл бұрын

    I love this! I wish more people talked about their "fantasy self" and how that affects how we waste so much money.

  • @jennbatman
    @jennbatman2 жыл бұрын

    work clothes! Permanently working from home now and realized I never liked most of that stuff anyway. I just bought it because it looked work-y. I've whittled down over half of my wardrobe and probably still have a little bit to go. The money spent sting hasn't left yet, but I do feel better and more free when I get ready.

  • @LifeWithElyse
    @LifeWithElyse2 жыл бұрын

    I think is so important to learn about our undertones to help choose the right shade of every color. I myself am learning that now and understand why some of my favorite pieces look good on the the picture, but washes me out because it’s not the correct undertone shade for me. Great vid! 💕

  • @ChelseaLampinen
    @ChelseaLampinen2 жыл бұрын

    It’s so interesting this whole fantasy self concept I never realized it till now! I’m 35 and sometimes feel like I can or should be wearing what 20 year olds should be wearing for some reason even if I don’t like the style of it!? 🤦🏼‍♀️

  • @angelagregory2810
    @angelagregory28102 жыл бұрын

    I recently did this as well. I’m not a huge fan of short sleeve button down shirts but I love them on everyone else. I finally let them go as well as many other things. We can love things on others and leave it at that.... admire from afar ❤️

  • @Jennie8684
    @Jennie86842 жыл бұрын

    So far, I’ve maintained a spreadsheet covering everything I’ve worn every single day since 1 Oct. 2020. It’s a habit now and I do it automatically as soon as I dress in the morning. I originally planned to do it for 3 months and started after completing a major clothing declutter followed by curating my wardrobe with items I really love and suit my lifestyle. At the end of each month I find it interesting to review what I wear most often, as well as what I still love but wear rarely. While I have no plans to declutter my clothes & shoes in the foreseeable future, the spreadsheet is helping me to reduce shopping, identify items I won’t need to replace (ie, items I love but I rarely wear), and items I’m prepared to pay more for because I know they will get heaps of wear. It’s also meant that I’ve eliminated my “fantasy self” and my wardrobe is cohesive and coordinated. I always feel like I have something to wear, I am never sick of my wardrobe and really enjoy the process of putting my outfit together, despite having fewer clothes and a more limited palette than I’ve ever had. I plan to continue the spreadsheet for a total of 2 years, at least. Why? I live in a part of Australia that has 4 distinct seasons, very cold Winters (for Australia), cool & breezy Springs, hot Summers, and beautiful Autumns with really cold nights; so I’ve discovered I need quite different items for each season (especially in tops). And of course, the pandemic has meant less time socialising and travelling. I’m hoping to live with what I have for another year at least, and only replace items that get lots of wear.

  • @jenniferdossett911
    @jenniferdossett9112 жыл бұрын

    At the very end of the video you discussed the sunk cost fallacy. I’ve struggled with that a lot in my own closet and I’m just now starting to get over it and move on. Thanks for the great video!

  • @katiechasm
    @katiechasm2 жыл бұрын

    honestly small tone differences make a huge impact on how something actually looks/feels... def have decluttered things for being the wrong shade of navy before

  • @Onemorebookpodcast.
    @Onemorebookpodcast.2 жыл бұрын

    I recently decluttered all my polyester dresses, just didn’t feel comfortable wearing them in any season of the year. My fantasy self wears dresses all year round but that doesn’t really work with my work because I do a lot of physical work.

  • @nightembergrl

    @nightembergrl

    2 жыл бұрын

    God, me too. I buy so many dresses and rarely wear them. Active work and usually active when I hang with friends

  • @Iquey

    @Iquey

    2 жыл бұрын

    If you still like dresses you can pick out a pretty night gown. That way you can feel pretty when you go to bed, even though you do physical labor during the day.

  • @allinclusive4943
    @allinclusive49432 жыл бұрын

    I'm so motivated to declutter my fantasy self too! Even the books, decoration, kitchen items... 🤗

  • @venus_peach
    @venus_peach2 жыл бұрын

    Can't wait for the fall/winter closet declutter. I tend to buy A LOT of sweaters, turtlenecks, pullovers, cardigans, etc but they take so much space in my closet! Would be fun to watch your closet with clothes-for -not-so warm-weather :)

  • @Goat.Cheese
    @Goat.Cheese2 жыл бұрын

    Love this! I've been working on tailoring my closet to only include things I will realistically wear rather than impulse-purchasing fantasy items for events that will never happen.

  • @mai567
    @mai5672 жыл бұрын

    Calling in it "fantasy-self" helps me so much! I knew that's what it was, at least in part (huge part), but to have it worded as such.. I immediately saw in mind some pieces that need to go and that I had trouble letting go off. Thank you for sharing your process, it's so helpful. I'm currently decluttering ALL of my possessions and this time around I was going to leave clothes for last, because apart from digital clutter, that's the biggest pile of stuff to go through. I knew if I started with clothes that I wouldn't go through all my things. However, this fantasy-self concept clarifies for me what's me, and what's not, so I knowing clothes are coming up soon doesn't feel as daunting.

  • @amandalh60
    @amandalh602 жыл бұрын

    You were the person who opened my eyes to the idea of fantasy self and fantasy life. Have bought items in past as would be ideal to wear to the theatre etc but I never go. Now it is a question I ask myself when I like something.

  • @femkesoetens6899
    @femkesoetens68992 жыл бұрын

    I loved it to shop and see new items hanging in my closet. But I had enough. So I made a plan, put everything in boxes and change my closet every season. Summer’s in Belgium can be hot so I have my summer closet and the winter can be cold so than I can wear my wool jacket. And I look forward every time to see my favourite pieces again after months. I have the same closet for years but I change it now and then…

  • @DeborahSutherlandDebinPei
    @DeborahSutherlandDebinPei2 жыл бұрын

    I have been declutering several large totes in storage while temporarily living elsewhere. My pile of shame is a large bag of fast fashion with the tags still on 2 years later 😳 but really I feel good about my progress of letting go and streamlining, with more work to continue 🙂

  • @sarahharris7563

    @sarahharris7563

    2 жыл бұрын

    No shame! Now you know and you’re much less likely to end up in the same place again. Onward!

  • @JehanineMelmoth
    @JehanineMelmoth2 жыл бұрын

    We moved two years ago, and we’ve only just found a big box of my shoes! In the meantime I’ve had to buy others for different uses (poor me, having to buy a load of shoes!) so now I have a ton of footwear. I can see my fantasy self in some of them - I mean I’m disabled and I’m never going to wear high heels! I’m going to have a ruthless declutter, and I really don’t need shoes for about three years. I need to shave more items off my closet, too. Your ‘fantasy self’ concept has been a real help to me. I don’t even want to be my fantasy self!!! I just like daydreaming, and then I buy outfits for the dream!

  • @wendyespinosa8872
    @wendyespinosa88722 жыл бұрын

    I have decluttered a few summer dresses, I’m not a dress gal. I’m a jeans and tank kind of gal.

  • @elisasosa7651
    @elisasosa7651 Жыл бұрын

    I love that they were so few pieces, I admire that.

  • @sarahflynn8142
    @sarahflynn8142 Жыл бұрын

    I know I'm late to this video but what helped me discover colors that worked for me is to pay attention when people complimented a piece of they say that a shirt makes my skin or eyes look better then it's likely a good color, I now only buy clothes that have colors that look good on me. This has fundamentally changed the way I shop and it has helped me avoid some of the impulse shopping pitfalls.

  • @asmith9849
    @asmith98492 жыл бұрын

    So difficult for me because my weight fluctuates quite a lot. So it sucks to not feel like I can give away my larger sizes or smaller sizes that I can’t wear. About 2 years ago I finally got around to decluttering my “smaller sizes” aka my “fantasy self” and I was so proud- BUT now I’ve had to purchase MORE things because a year later I weigh 25 lbs less and I’m no longer fitting into my current clothes 😞 Now I don’t feel like I can let go of certain things even if they don’t fit bc I don’t want to go through this process all over again

  • @tigrezz0852
    @tigrezz08522 жыл бұрын

    Love how you keep things so real now Christina 👊🏼 Respect! Stay safe

  • @lizandjohnny
    @lizandjohnny2 жыл бұрын

    Really enjoyed this and the first video you did about fantasy self - thanks Christina. I would love to see a 'tour' of what you have left in your wardrobe now! 🖤🤍

  • @emiliebrunet8739
    @emiliebrunet87392 жыл бұрын

    This was a good reminder to look back on what I’ve actually worn this summer. I’m definitely guilty of hanging on to those fantasy self items 😅

  • @SuzyYen82
    @SuzyYen822 жыл бұрын

    I recently decluttered my jeans and outerwear such as checked shirts, blazers collection that I haven't worn in the last year. I have cleared up so much space in my wardrobe and I am going to do it again soon. Love your videos girl. Keep them coming, they keep me motivated on my journey of consuming less. Xoxo from Singapore ❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @patriciainportland5567
    @patriciainportland55672 жыл бұрын

    Nailed it! I just did a huge purge of my jewelry. Started w/friends before trying to sell. They couldn't believe I was getting rid of such beautiful pieces. You mentioned how it felt looking at, and then passing over, clothes in your closet. I experienced the same thing w/these jewelry pieces! All of the emotions: regret, shame, resentment... Then came the, "I just need to make the time/effort to come up with an outfit that will go w/the pieces." Which I never did. Oh, hello guilt and disappointment. No more! Off they went, and I feel so much better looking at my jewelry. I can see everything and it's all being worn. Take control of your life and grow stronger.

  • @amma7244
    @amma72442 жыл бұрын

    Really helpful video than you! I just put things aside in another closet that I was bypassing without making a final decision on them. I put in my closet just what I grab for and realized I weeded out synthetic and vegan materials and warm tones caramels and beiges and olive green. As I’m aging some colours just wash me out and looking back at the finished closet gave me more clarity on what I like now as it did change. I also pulled out the stiff button ups in favour of softer cottons snd linen. Thank you for sharing your thought process it is inspiring.

  • @a_leaf
    @a_leaf2 жыл бұрын

    Can you believe there's only 3 months left in the year? I feel like it was just yesterday I watched your TikTok new year's video about paying off debt and you did a funny dance. That was the video that really made me stick to my debt free goals, which I reached earlier this year! I love being debt free! Love knowing i am done with credit cards and student loans, never again. Your closet declutters are so analytical, i love it. It really helps me get a grip on reality. I now rarely buy fantasy items, instead if I have to add to my wardrobe, it is a carefully calculated purchase that enhances what I love. Thank you soo much! I wish you reach your financial goals as you have helped so many!

  • @kathleenpertzborn638
    @kathleenpertzborn6382 жыл бұрын

    It would be really cool to see a compilation of the full declutter process this far. Your closet looks a lot different than it used to! Way to go, CM.

  • @joyous2theworld
    @joyous2theworld2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for your stark honesty even about the hard things.

  • @emmsies223
    @emmsies2232 жыл бұрын

    Love your channel so much, it's inspired me to look at my wardrobe, I love that you discuss this fantasy self, something I've struggled with for years! Wonderful video Christina!!

  • @neon.neutral
    @neon.neutral2 жыл бұрын

    I resonate with your boho-rocker-Parisian-effortless fantasy self 😂😂

  • @neon.neutral

    @neon.neutral

    2 жыл бұрын

    Also love the thumbnail and some of the fun new shots you’ve incorporated in this video!

  • @Christinamychas

    @Christinamychas

    2 жыл бұрын

    Haha it’s a vibe isn’t it? 🥰

  • @Knitsbymomo

    @Knitsbymomo

    2 жыл бұрын

    Haha omg, thats so me!! My fantasy self felt called out 😳😅😅

  • @olakruk1615
    @olakruk16152 жыл бұрын

    Would love to see your wear tracker in detail to get inspired 😍 For some it may seem bit extreme but in my opinion it really makes us think about what we do use from our closet and what shopping mistakes to avoid

  • @vcr6854
    @vcr68542 жыл бұрын

    This fantasy self concept has held me back from buying things! And helped me let go of. There’s things I can’t wear in my job now but know I will wear when I get a different job later, so I’ve kept them. Sigh. I feel the same way about those deep navy blues. They make me look too green too :/

  • @deirdreedwards7267
    @deirdreedwards72672 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for motivating me. After watching your video I went to my wardrobe and decluttered a lot of coats which have been really difficult for me to let go off! 💕

  • @MPOTX
    @MPOTX2 жыл бұрын

    So refreshing to hear your reasons for why you are letting go of pieces! I hope 🤞🏻 to do a little decluttering myself. Thanks!

  • @aizkirad3251
    @aizkirad32512 жыл бұрын

    Great video! I loved the point you made about colors for the jumpsuit. For me, I tend to gravitate towars a couple of colors for winter and summer and I've come to the conclusion that it's okay to not want to bring up other colors into my closet because at the end of the day, I won't reach for them anyways

  • @dijanawarrender8627
    @dijanawarrender86272 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this great video. It was interesting to hear your thought process for each item. I am the opposite to you in that I have to wear a pop of colour every day. Once I accepted this choosing what to buy and what to wear each day became much easier. We have to go with our gut and dress the way it feels right for us and, as you say, not our fantasy self.

  • @sabrinahsu9567
    @sabrinahsu95672 жыл бұрын

    “I looked in the mirror and was like ‘are you okay’” 😂 me every day

  • @a.beaverhausen1140
    @a.beaverhausen11402 жыл бұрын

    The fantasy self resonates so much with me. I'm also a mostly neutral girl but I purchased a ton of colorful pieces, some solid and some patterned, but they just aren't me. I recently accepted it and let the colorful stuff go. I have a long way to go.... it's a process....but I'm on the road at least.

  • @fruitsandspiceschannel2235
    @fruitsandspiceschannel22352 жыл бұрын

    I can relate to my self when it come to fantasy self, I thought my style is effortless,sporty,bohemian but the reality I reach more to slip dress, cardigan and maxi dress. Declutter is the answer to understanding your self style.

  • @Blima-us1ni
    @Blima-us1ni2 жыл бұрын

    Taking photos and having my clothes in an excel sheet has been helping me to both wear items I love and did not wear regularly (afraid of them losing their quality / shape?) and also to donate what I happen not to wear much :)

  • @hannarellah8497
    @hannarellah84972 жыл бұрын

    This is totally one of my very favourite channels, thank you Christina! :)

  • @Christinamychas

    @Christinamychas

    2 жыл бұрын

    😭😭😭 thank you for your support!

  • @stylistcamilla
    @stylistcamilla2 жыл бұрын

    Time to declutter again. Thanks for the inspiration.

  • @catk4659
    @catk46592 жыл бұрын

    Great video! Could you tell us a little more about your excel data? Like how do you keep track, what you take out of it or what are your most worn items. That would be so interesting! 🤔😍

  • @dinahassan4320
    @dinahassan43202 жыл бұрын

    the cream plazer looks really awesome on you, the t-shirt under your leather black jacket also will look great

  • @WellBehavedWallet
    @WellBehavedWallet2 жыл бұрын

    Oh my word - SO Inspiring!!! My fantasy self is someone who takes pride in getting dressed in the morning and I'm working very hard to become her!

  • @kimberlyberlin4999
    @kimberlyberlin49992 жыл бұрын

    You are a girl after my own heart. I have also shopped for my fantasy self and am hoping that once Covid is finally over and I go out a lot more I will wear some of the items I purchased. It's still a fantasy that I hope comes true. I do need to get rid of a lot of my work clothes since I am now retired and will most likely never wear 90% of them again.

  • @tulipsalinger1410
    @tulipsalinger14102 жыл бұрын

    I am so happy to have found you! you are my new favorite and best virtual buddy at this time! I have been watching your videos exclusively for 2 days now and I am having so much fun!

  • @cornishsunflower963
    @cornishsunflower9632 жыл бұрын

    Great video- if you like the jumpsuit you could always dye it black? I do that with lots of my clothes and it’s an easy fix for ‘great item, wrong colour’ situations x

  • @SReid111

    @SReid111

    2 жыл бұрын

    Great idea!! I went through a coloured jeans phase and ended up slowly dying them all jet black. Jeans for life now! :)

  • @cornishsunflower963

    @cornishsunflower963

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@SReid111 absolutely. I often dye my clothing, either to give it a new lease of life, or to change the colour and get a 'new' piece without shopping :)

  • @alyx4458
    @alyx44582 жыл бұрын

    Really related to you discussing colour and aiming to try something new (but not wearing it in practice). I think it's important to be open to experimenting style wise but when it's clear it doesn't resonate, it's time to move on. I did the same with a suit in a colour that actually doesn't work for me. I now understand that I prefer colour in my accessories (bags, nails, jewellery) while the rest of my style is pretty muted.

  • @LBDC4ever
    @LBDC4ever2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Christina, I'm with you on disliking shirts that feel too starchy or stiff. I recently bought a white woven cotton shirt from Blue Blue Japan, a Japanese brand. It is so soft and outstanding quality, you might like to look into them!

  • @daisyrose4123
    @daisyrose41232 жыл бұрын

    I'm decluttering some of my "multiples." specifically tote bags. i don't need a bunch and i find myself gravitating to the same ones over and over. also, a little fact no one asked for: the one i use the most is a leather tote by Nisolo. hahah it is such good quality and looks good no matter how much i beat it up.

  • @sheilakosoff5806
    @sheilakosoff58062 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for another thoughtful video! I too have accepted that I only wear black, white and blue. I have the decluttered a lot of color .I love red but I think I love it and accessories. Or the occasional red sweater. This has been hard since I spent the entire quarantine buying color because of my zoom classes. Now I have 100 of dollars worth of color to get rid of. But I’m OK with that. I feel more clear now when I look at my closet. I mostly buy cotton and I do love my black trousers . I don’t love jeans on me. It was hard to get rid of most of my jeans. It’s not something that I reach for but convince myself that I would look more casual in. I would keep seeing influencers I admire praise the Ned for denim as an important versatile piece. I would have to buy other things just to feel comfortable in them. I spent more just to wear them. I just packed all away except for 2 that feel like sweatpants from Warp and weft. But had to let go of that jeans as essential because I would rather wear black trousers which are so comfortable. I dress them down with hip hop tees. I too have a billion blazers but only wear 4. I can so relate with your journey.

  • @saramm3765
    @saramm37652 жыл бұрын

    I like the light blue against your complexion. I love adding color through accessories and lipstick. My main wardrobe are the basic neutral colors. However, I have two colors I love and add into my wardrobe and those are deep green and cranberry. They look great on me and feel like color but in a safe deep way not a loud intense way. I love the Canadian brand Power of my People for cotton and linen button downs including their green linen shirt I've worn all summer.

  • @carysa227
    @carysa2272 жыл бұрын

    Can you do a video on what you wear to work?

  • @Christinamychas

    @Christinamychas

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes I can!

  • @kikiy2972
    @kikiy29722 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sharing your spreadsheet, gonna try it out to get rid of some clothes. Love your content!

  • @Iquey
    @Iquey2 жыл бұрын

    I'm with you on the CDG Play white sneakers. I call that brand the Creeper-Peeper Heart. I wanted to like it because all the cool young Asians in my town were wearing it in 2017/2018 but it didn't seem worth my money imo and I always thought the eyes on the heart looked weirdly..."judgy." But in a minimalist way. I don't like the eyes because I can't tell their mood, if that makes sense. It's halfway between smiling and glaring. 😅

  • @camillemccraw
    @camillemccraw2 жыл бұрын

    i like your outfit in the video and impressed u kept track of what u wore!

  • @gemmaamclean
    @gemmaamclean2 жыл бұрын

    Love your though process on this!! I also hate stiff button-downs, and usually hate collars, but I find silk shirts drape really nicely too :)

  • @ilonajiraskova6288
    @ilonajiraskova62882 жыл бұрын

    Great video!!! Inspiring and no AD 🖤

  • @jessicamcleanGG
    @jessicamcleanGG2 жыл бұрын

    Love it! Thanks for the constant inspiration. You've come such a long way and are doing amazing. Also, I love that your screensaver is your pup Chaika and that you're eating a whole cucumber. LOL. LOVEE it.

  • @michellelabelle3048
    @michellelabelle30482 жыл бұрын

    I prefer structured clothing or lounge wear, but nothing in between. I also started air drying my clothes so that played a factor in my latest purge. T-shirts, jeans, shorts got tossed. I'm in the process of replacing heavy garments with quicker drying ones. I have very few lounge pieces because I don't wear them out of the house. The bulk of my wardrobe is considered business casual and 8 sweaters for winter. That is what I reach for most often. My partner's wardrobe is the complete opposite. His is t-shirts, shorts, jeans, and fleece pullovers for winter.

  • @DemetriPanici
    @DemetriPanici2 жыл бұрын

    *The real question is, can I get down to only having 5 grey shirts?*

  • @hannahrussell5583
    @hannahrussell55832 жыл бұрын

    Yassss queen! Fav KZreadr!

  • @sirribeckline6844
    @sirribeckline68442 жыл бұрын

    This was so helpful

  • @estelle8508
    @estelle8508 Жыл бұрын

    Really interested in the concept of the fantasy self. After watching some of your videos I went into my Pinterest fashion board and cleaned it up for actual inspiration

  • @npjm.99
    @npjm.992 жыл бұрын

    What if the fantasy self is the version of you that you want to grow into?

  • @lilmzkittens3354
    @lilmzkittens33542 жыл бұрын

    I think the oversized cream jacket looked great on you. I would take in to be fitted..

  • @szfrj
    @szfrj2 жыл бұрын

    Loved your video!! I don't know if you already decluttered your T-shirt, I have had clothes with really cool prints on them that got damaged, so I just cut out a square piece of fabric with the print intact and framed it for my wall :) It's nice to decorate with sentimental items sometimes, might be an idea for the T-shirt, or it might feel healthier just letting go :) loving your content anyways

  • @sageashley
    @sageashley2 жыл бұрын

    This was great!!!! 🤩🤩❤️

  • @carolineoehler1924
    @carolineoehler19242 жыл бұрын

    i am happy with what i now have in my closet :D

  • @mst80staffa12
    @mst80staffa122 жыл бұрын

    I think you look great in the cream colored blazer!

  • @margo_xyz
    @margo_xyz Жыл бұрын

    For as long as I remember I've been trying to satisfy other people with the way that I style so I'd say that my fantasy self is the person that others would like to see in me. It may sound silly but I was not confident and I still (as a 22 year old woman) struggle with finding my own style. I've been told too many times that neutral clothing is boring and that I have to try other colors. But it's just not me. Thank you for reminding me and many others that we don't have to listen to trends or opinions of other people and follow them unconcously just to feel valued and "right".

  • @jennakrause4163
    @jennakrause41632 жыл бұрын

    I just decluttered a similar starchy white shirt - too stiff and formal! I prefer a floaty rayon button up that feels more natural. Also, I recently realized off-white is waaay more flattering than true white - shocking.

  • @irtokiekko
    @irtokiekko2 жыл бұрын

    The fantasy me is a stylish party girl D= the real me loves chilling at home with the cats.

  • @alanbirkner1958
    @alanbirkner19582 жыл бұрын

    We took early retirement in 2002. I am 72. I haven't worn a dress or skirt since 2018. I wear nice slacks or jeans, tees or nice shirts and sweaters, sweat shirts or unstructured blazers. I love big costume jewelry. Tina

  • @tulipsalinger1410
    @tulipsalinger14102 жыл бұрын

    also, I think your style is wonderful and that you look cool and really pretty, also comfy!

  • @katec9893
    @katec98939 ай бұрын

    One of the challenges I have is I live somewhere where its cold, damp, grey and rainy or snowy and icy for half the year so I have to prioritise warm, waterproof clothing for the winter. This often means wearing less flattering, frumpier, more depressing and practical clothes. I'd like to find a way of keeping warm and dry in winter without wearing waterproof trousers, a big jumper and a dark pufffa jacket for 6 months which has been like a warm, dry yet uninspiring winter uniform for my past 3 winters.

  • @pretaporterp
    @pretaporterp2 жыл бұрын

    I'm less concerned about fantasy self purchases because those are things I bought more as a fashion collector. It's the things that I bought with the intention of wearing but turned out to be impractical that I'm decluttering. Also just changes in lifestyle, for example I haven't worked an office job in 5 years so I don't need to hold onto suits, Blazers, heels, excetera. And then issues such as wear and tear or weight / size changes.

  • @susanvelez6534
    @susanvelez65342 жыл бұрын

    👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 okay I will be decluttering my clothes I just have too much

  • @mysticfox1563
    @mysticfox15632 жыл бұрын

    You can dye that jumpsuit another color!! It’s easy. I’d use the RIT synthetic dye even if it’s natural fibers because threads are often synthetic.

  • @Christinamychas

    @Christinamychas

    2 жыл бұрын

    Ohhhhh good call!

  • @mysticfox1563

    @mysticfox1563

    2 жыл бұрын

    Plus it would make a cool video 😉.

  • @jennbatman

    @jennbatman

    2 жыл бұрын

    Black!… are we voting? I’m voting black.

  • @banszkiviktoria
    @banszkiviktoria2 жыл бұрын

    NOT THE T-SHIRT 😭😭😭 I LOVE THAT T!!!!

  • @estefaniaarista1232
    @estefaniaarista12322 жыл бұрын

    Damn guuuurrl that spreadsheet!

  • @myrnaj4502
    @myrnaj45022 жыл бұрын

    I love this!!❤☑👍🏾

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