Clothes to STOP buying for a wardrobe you'll ACTUALLY wear

In today's video, I'm sharing 10 things to STOP buying for a wardrobe you're actually going to use and wear. In my personal style & decluttering journey, I discovered I want not only a wardrobe I LOVE and feel inspired by, but I also want a wardrobe I ACTUALLY wear. Every item in our wardrobe should serve a purpose - so here's some things I'm working to buy less or not buy AT ALL so I get the best optimal USE of my clothes.


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I'm Christina, friendly neighbourhood human on the internet slash pharmacist. You may have previously known me as Style Apotheca. I'm living in Toronto, Canada and on my channel you'll find me on my journey towards minimalism, being content with less, recovery from a shopping addiction, and my journey towards financial freedom from over $120,000 in student loan debt. Thank you SO much for watching and taking the time out of your day to support my channel. A little thumb always helps support me!

[Christinamychas]

What are some clothes you’ve stopped buying?

[Liv]

I recently came to the realization that I was buying to ensure I was covered in any scenario, ex. shoes for any conceivable situation, perfume for every possible mood… and what I was really trying to buy was a feeling of security and control.

[pmjtube]

I stop buying "must-have" or "essential" pieces just because fashion influencers says so. If the piece doesn't suit my lifestyle there's no point because the cost per wear is not going to be in my favour. I still enjoy watching fashion videos to live vicariously through the creators but I don't have to own everything I like ✨

[SueRosalie]

My daughter was in a panic because she needed 3 outfits for 2 weddings in one weekend. I helped her shop her wardrobe. She had 2 gorgeous 50s/60s vintage dresses plus a vintage repro dress and a beautiful 1950s hat and various vintage handbags. In the end she only had to buy a pair of heels and they were inexpensive. She was one of the best dressed women at these weddings and looked stunning and got many compliments.

[emma]

A morbid but funny thing I always think of is “wear your outfits as if you might die today and it will be your ghost outfit” 😂 who wants to be walking around as a ghost in their “worst” clothes? I want to haunt people in my most iconic, confident outfits thanks

[QAJenova]

It's funny you mentioned "bad undies, " as recently I had to do a whole undergarment purge. After going braless for the entirety of my college life + pandemic lockdown, I realized that none of my bras fit- nor did they ever actually properly fit to begin with, it was all things my mom bought because that's what she felt my size should be. Now that I have my own money and able to make my own purchases, I got professionally fitted. Instead of 12 bras that didn't fit, I now have 4 good ones that do. It's definitely given me a huge confidence boost, and now I can wear certain tops and dresses without being overly self conscious.

[lo]

Something that everyone calls a "closet staple", but I will never buy again: t-shirts. I just don't like them!! I like cute frilly blouses, I like camisoles, but I DON'T like t-shirts. I don't need them. They need to stay away from me lol

[jaylene]

I know you love blazers Christina, but personally I knew they never worked for me! My job is very active and they have always felt stuffy for me. So I stopped buying them even after being listed in the “optimal” capsule wardrobe. Really goes to show how a capsule wardrobe is super individual!

[klf]

Unforgettable brilliant line: "I don't want to have to negotiate with my pain tolerance every time I wear these things." I did this with shoes, as in if the occasion were only 2-4 hours I could probably wear certain shoes but not if it were an all-day event. I just cleared out all the shoes that I never or rarely wore b/c they were uncomfortable and I was shocked how many pairs went out the door, and how long I'd been keeping them in my closet. Never again! Thank you!

[geriattrique]

I have also stopped buying things that don’t fit perfectly. I sew and I have started to learn pattern drafting so I am making all my own skirts now that literally fit perfect!

[aoifecalderon]

Thank you for often taking the time to point out that your viewers closet staples might be different from what you represent on your channel and giving advice with that in mind ❤️

[jordanbelknap]

I shop a lot at tj maxx and it’s easy to fall into the “just because” trap. So I always ask myself, “would I buy this if it was at it’s original boutique?” It helps me look at the item from a more objective perspective.

[kimberleygordey]

I’ve really tried to stop buying meh…. I ask myself… “am I excited to walk out, right now, with this on?’ I also take pics in the change room to really see the fit and look. The thrill of the shop is strong- I find paying attention to how I’m ‘ feeling’, (that excitement)helps too. Acknowledge the feeling, enjoy the fun of trying things on, then walk away empty handed😅

[marciagarcia]

I just arrived from a thrifting fair, completely happy empty handed 🙌🏻 I finally feel I don’t need anything more to be added for now.

[khalilahd.]

Buying trends intentionally works much better than just buying to buy and I had to learn that the hard way. Great video ☺️

[rnbsn_]

I actually just did a huge closet clear out after feeling dissatisfied with my outfits and I've been having way more fun with my wardrobe since. I was surprised to realize getting rid of clothes made me happier, I have very few gaps to fill in my closet now!

[myriambahri]

A great tip I was given about essentials is buy them on different sizes because some days you feel like Medium-adjusted black tee-shirt and the next day you feel a little puffy and bloated and you'd rather wear it in Large. Also you might need an M option with a high-waist jeans for a fitted sharp look and an L with a legging for a more casual laid-back look.

[rebecca_stone]

I am SO glad that you DID buy the thrifted fringed leather jacket (and can't believe you don't wear it, lol!). And thank you for acknowledging that "staples" are unique to each individual. I've stopped buying shoes that are non-leather (ie made of plastic / PU leather). No matter how cute or funky the design, they always exhaust my feet horribly due to heat / sweat / blisters. It means paying more and being more selective but I've learned too many times now that sore uncomfortable feet are never worth it.

[sandysmith]

What a fantastic video! I think it should be required viewing for everyone when they start to buy their own stuff!

For me, the feeling of self-satisfaction/sense of sweet relief when I resist the “meh”/because it’s on sale/doesn’t quite feel right/etc purchases makes me just as giddy as a good, solid, exciting purchase.

I heard once that most people are already wearing a capsule wardrobe, we just can’t see it because of all the other clothes covering/cluttering it up. That really struck a cord with me and helps me to really see and evaluate my clothes and be honest with myself.

Again, a super video. Will save to rewatch and share. I’m a big fan from Nova Scotia ☺️🇨🇦.

[annw]

I’m very down for the decision not to wear an underwire bra, but for reference, if your underwire bras were uncomfortable they weren’t fitted correctly. A well put together video. Thanks