Why Do Minimalist Wear The Same Thing Every Day?

When I first discovered minimalism, I noticed something weird, right off the bat. Just about every minimalist wears the same thing every day, but why?

Now at first I was confused and didn’t really understand why this was a reoccurring theme everywhere I looked. It was almost as if black was an unwritten rule that one must follow in order to be a "real" minimalist.

So I kept digging and here are a few theories that I’ve come across and have grown to understand personally.

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[Christinamychas]

I rotate through 3 style uniforms (business casual, more dressed up and athleisure) and it’s so liberating

[kathyfannon]

My "uniform" is a dress with leggings. I have 7 dresses and I go to the office 3 times a week. So I rotate and don't have to wear the same one again for a couple of weeks. Makes laundry so easy. I only have to wash my work clothes about once a month! My dresses are colorful, fun prints. For other days, jeans with a black or gray t-shirt and I add cardigans for winter months. I've been doing this for a couple of years and I love it. So easy!

[Lin_da]

I only own band shirts of my favourite metal bands. They are all folded in a way that the print isn't visible. So every morning I grab a "black" shirt and no matter what print I get I am happy because I love all of them. This way I do not have to decide which one I want to wear that day.

[MarielaMerino]

I outfit repeat all the time now. I used to think people would notice but no one does or cares! 😅

[DemetriPanici]

As someone who literally only has a grey and black shirt, I totally loved this video

[drakedrones]

Black, dark grey and maroons - are soothing and easy to accessorize.

[BukkaLevy]

Agree on all points. My gripe with black, though, is how quickly and noticeably it fades.

[harjotsingk]

I love how all of your videos are short, sweet, and straight to the point! Very minimalist approach 😊.

[shelbizzle]

Having a decluttered wardrobe and an “outfit formula” has been suuuper helpful and it’s surprising how much easier my mornings are. I also pick out my outfit the night before (might seem childish) but it is SO nice to not have that little decision to make right out of bed. 10/10

[emmalouise]

I've grown up in England with school uniforms. I'm so used to it and when I started wearing the same outfit it helped my anxiety and I saved money.

[shannonbeer]

I could listen to you talk all day. You're a natural poetic soul 💕

[haleyh]

THAT EDITING THOUGH!! Valuable conversation as always, have a great day!

[debbielicona]

I wear dresses and it don't matter what color or pattern, it's easy and one piece. If I did wear top and bottom I'd go with the black through. Thanks for ur videos as always

[Lashesanyone]

I have never commented before (I found your channel about a month ago) and I must tell you, the editing in this video gave me CHILLS. Absolute chills. I tend to share your videos with my boyfriend when he gets home from work (trying to encourage him to see the value in a minimalist lifestyle and you get through to him more than myself, ha)! Sending support and love from a fellow YouTuber and Arizona. - Ashley

[JacobKustra]

This is something that a lot of successful people do. Along with having a simple wardrobe, picking out the clothes you will wear for the next day will help to make the start of the morning easier, since less brain power is required to get going! Keep up the amazing work Ronald!

[NormyTres]

I think many people have informal 'uniforms' for different occasions. I have work 'uniforms' - a few outfits I rotate that are suitable for work, that I don't tend to wear on days off. I have a gardening 'uniform' and a groundwork 'uniform'. Beyond that, though, it all gets a bit messy! Time to get more intentional. 😊

[fdoctor]

This company should make you their spokeperson. One of the best ads I've seen! lol Tfs

[jrab]

My boyfriend has two pairs of identical jeans and seven black tee shirts … literally wears the same thing every day 😂 Makes it really special when he wears a button down!

[carolbaratta]

That blue shirt with white tee looks great on you.

[helenascribe]

The simple reason I wear black is because I'm messy. If I wear a white shirt, sometime in the day I will inevitably get a stain on it. I will have to take extra time to deal with that stain whereas black doesn't show stains as much.