How To STOP Impulse Buying: 12 Minimalist Shopping Tips That Will Change Your Life!

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Today I'm going to share 12 minimalist tips for shopping that will help you stop impulse buying, improve your shopping skills and save you time, money and energy.

These minimalist shopping rules helped me stop shopping every other day and my impulse purchases now are almost non-existent.

I also improved my shopping skills so I make much better decisions when buying something, which means I love everything that I buy, and that saves me a lot of money and energy because I shop less frequently.

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[meghanwilcox]

Rule #1: Understand your shopping habits.
“Do I need it, or do I want to change how I feel.”
“What feeling am I looking to get out of it?”
“Can I get this feeling without shopping?”

Rule #2: Understand what you like and dislike.

“What colors do you like, what do you buy most often, what triggers you?”

Rule #3:
Break up with fantasy self. The things you buy make you think you will be the fantasy version of yourself. Ex: wanting to buy high heels thinking you will wear them but in reality you wouldn’t

Rule #4:
Be clear about what you want to buy when out shopping: have a list, go directly to sales person asking about the item you want, avoid browsing.

Rule #5:
Reignite the fire of items you already have:
If you see a skirt online that you really want, take a look at skirts you already have in your closet and then google that type of skirt on Pinterest and you probably will be inspired again without having to buy anything again.

Rule #6:
How do I feel about buying this item? Is it ok? Or is it a hell yes? Rate the item 1-10, if it’s less than a 10, leave it.

Rule#7: “Just wait to buy item.” The bigger the purchase the longer you should wait.

Rule #8: versatility. What can I wear this with? Can you think of 5 reason to buy something? If you can’t, leave it.

Rule #9: ignore discounts. Even if it’s discounted you are not saving money. You are spending.

Rule #10: Follow a 1 in, 1 out rule. If you buy something new, let go of something old.

Rule #11: Borrow/ rent or create it.
If you only need something for one time, find a way to borrow or rent or figure out a way to create the item that you already have at home. Ex: she used a empty candle holder to hold her beauty blender.
Rule #12: “Quality vs Quantity, quality is better.” Get good quality items that last you a good amount of time instead of having to buy a bunch of cheap things.

[Antistylestyleclub]

The 10/10 is such a good tip. You will always grab the 10 out of 10's. I will never come home with a 9 again :)

[snwngl]

I really like the tip about the fantasy self ♡ So much money wasted on trying to become that person and trying to achieve "my aesthetic" lmfao but something always feels off no matter what I purchase

[wanda]

Great advice! One advice that helps me stop buying for my fantasy self is to ask “can I wear this tomorrow?” If the answer is no then it’s probably for an instance that may never come. I will make an exception for a special occasion event but otherwise I need to be able to use it right away or it’s just for fantasy me. I realized this when I noticed my husband, who is a very wise shopper, would always wear things he buys almost immediately whereas I would rarely wear things I bought and they would hang for weeks unused.

[kimberlyperrotis]

I think it helps the versatility of items to pick simpler cuts, solid colors, and classic prints. The more trendy details an item has, the faster it will date.

[NYCBrat]

This is by far the BEST and most honest, realistic, genuinely helpful video on “minimalist” wardrobe, attitude, & lifestyle. Well done! Much love from NYC 👛 xx

[yohanhail]

reigniting is the best tip for me, reappreciating what i have

[anadelcastillo]

Omg it is so helpful! I loves the part of: stop buying clothes for the fantasized version about you !
Thanks

[debbiedavis]

Really great advice, I love that you are addressing the many facets of this problem. Very helpful.

[Maria-fmcg]

Great tips! Really helpful, thank you 💚

[melanierosalie]

Finally a video that does not repeat the same tips that lots of other you tubers share. These are unique and practical tips! Bravo

[agelessglamournotyourmamas]

Your advice is terrific! Love your ideas!❤😊

[bobbi]

Seems so simple- But I never thought about it like that- ‘never saving money when your shopping’… love all your tips!

[bethkellyking]

Thanks for sharing your tips and tricks - super helpful!!!

[TheLadySoleil]

A great video! Thank you! I will write these rules down for sure 👌

[underthemooon]

I always feel that your advice is tailored exactly to me and my habits, it's amazing! Thank you for your thoughtfulness and ability to break things down very clearly!

[carolyngurney]

These are fabulous tips that I never thought of before. Life changing!

[kt]

This is a great video! Thank you for all the tips on how to shop smarter

[MC-puff]

Just subscribed!!! One of the best videos of tips on how to stop impulse shopping...I really need this! Thanks for this videos!💕💕💕

[itsmichealscott]

this video was so helpful for me as shopping has become such a big hobby for me!! thankyou for all your tips xx