Don’t be too bummed about the sewing hobby. A hobby is something you want to do, so if you did not want to do it- you don’t need to :) There’s enough things in life that we actually have to to do to keep life on track and smooth, but a hobby is a “want to do” Also, you did new hobbies instead which is just fine, gardening and running.
I think you did perfectly well on your goals, even if (or maybe especially because) you weren’t actively keeping them top of mind. I think it shows that your shopping and buying habits are ingrained and you’re able to keep yourself on track naturally. Suggestion: maybe one of your goals could be wearing the new items that haven’t been worn yet? Like a usage goal, for the beautiful Nisolo mules, the overalls, even the running gear. Just a thought!
I think the balloon jeans look very flattering and stylish on you! No one can change the way YOU feel in them I know, but that doesn't mean we can't tell you how rockin' we think you look in them!
Hi Val, HNY to you and your lovely family. I'm so happy to see a video from you. I think you did so well with the items you added to your wardrobe. All very practical, nothing at all excessive. I'm doing a no buy Jan/Feb, but I will keep going after that time frame, as to be completely honest, I have nothing on my wish list. Thank you for sharing your thoughts. You are one of my very favourite YT people 😊 💙💛
Hi Val, the balloon jeans look nice on you. I tried wide leg black jeans for a different silhouette and I’m 5’3”. I’m not convinced they work on short ppl. I did my review of last year’s plan and success too. Next up: 2024 plan/intentions.
Happy New Year Val. Great video as ever. As someone who does lots of sport, I would say that 2-3 sets of kit is fine, especially if you are active multiple times a week. Also if you are a sweaty exerciser (like me!) it's good to have at least one back up set, whilst the others are in the wash. I also find re swimwear that with regular pool and sea use it doesn't last that long, so it might just be that the third set is a back up for when one of the others inevitably wears out. I also think that it's easy to overbuy in terms of numbers generally, but apart from that, I think you did well, so don't be too hard on yourself! Looking forward to the next one. Greetings from Cornwall UK.
I was just watching your previous videos for inspiration, you always manage to get that done for me, thank you💐wadroves, style and the changing needs will for ever be as essential as our hearts seek💜I'm so happy to see this as im drinking my coffee for my day, have an amazing year, best regards 🥀 Miss. Lilly 🥀
I want to sew more clothes this year too :) I think the balloon jeans are flattering in they elevate your looks and make them seem sort of more chic. Which to me is flattering haha. Would love to see more outfit vids! Welcome back!
free justification for running stuff! ♥️ i consider my activewear a separate capsule. i used to try to keep it as minimal as possible, but that's way too many small loads of laundry for me to keep up with my activities. i realized it was a scarcity mindset to keep it that small. if/when you decide to stick to running, do not feel guilty to add. for me to run all year, i have jackets & thermals & leggings too. your 1-bras, 3-tanks, 2-shorts, 1-shoes = 7. so very reasonable. not including your sandals, you did have +12 for your wardrobe!
Yess, me too! I do ballet and most of my stuff isn't suitable for my daily outfits (except maybe some leotards, which I can adapt as tops), so I don't think as "cheating" to count them separately. In addition, as you well pointed out, you need to wash it often, after every session, leading to have some changing set if you exercise multiple times a week.
I also was planning on only buying 12 items this year but I ended up buying 16 (not including underwear, socks, pyjamas, etc.). I thought it'd be easier to stick to 12 because I never was that much of a shopaholic *and* I already bought only 8 pieces once during a low buy year, but it still was pretty challenging (especially with stuff going on beyond my control such as unexplained weight gain). Half of those 16 were secondhand though and only 3 were fast fashion, so I'm still pretty proud of that! To me, slow fashion is all about progress over perfection and I love that you seem to have a similar approach!
It’s super easy to forget to factor in or under estimate holiday and fitness essentials you just need at the time when creating goals for the year. And the number of these we might need is dependent on washing/drying ability/schedules vs use which can be difficult to estimate! So we need to be kind to ourselves with these :-)
Hi marathons runner here! 👋 forget “sustainable “ running clothes. Sorry those company are not there yet, also after 10 runs if your running shoes are not comfortable they will never be comfortable period. For running clothes buy high impact bras and really fitted pants high waisted with string (is a must or bonus) so forget “yoga” active year clothing they will not do the job my favourite brand for running clothing is new balance and Reebok (but stay away from their shoes) also Nike (run) are nice …. For winter running think heat tech pieces and layering is key ! Good luck with your goals
Always looking forward to your videos! They inspire me and are close to my style and mindset. Not over the top and /or unrealistic for me. Thanks for taking the time 😊
I think you did a great job and I am inspired to do a better job of tracking what I buy. Also, I think it is ok to buy workout gear, especially shoes and bras and shorts, that are new. I buy most of my clothing items second hand, but I have a THING about needing my workout gear to be new since it is close to the body. Maybe I can work on that too!
My goal this year is to "fit" into my current wardrobe🤪. I have a lot of beautiful pieces that are my style and perfect for my lifestyle but due to weight gain over the past year they no longer fit me. Upping my exercise game and cutting out sugar/chocolate I suppose would also be the goal. If you're looking for sewing inspiration you might want to check out Isabel Paige's UA-cam channel. Although what she's sewing might not be your style she just set a goal for herself to sew her entire spring wardrobe between now and then. Thank you for your video.🥳 I always get excited when I see you uploaded one!🙌🏼🥰
Just a word of warning on the Altras they may not last long. There has been a noticeable decline in quality in my husbands last pair, they didn't even make it a year before different parts of the shoe were blowing out and the padding was obliterated causing him foot pain. He was very disappointed because the prior pair was great for him.
You bought more than you planned but they will last a long time, stopping you from buying in the future. Also, I don't think you should count exercise wear. It might put you off buying exercise wear which will put you off exercise. And that is difficult enough already.
Don’t be too bummed about the sewing hobby. A hobby is something you want to do, so if you did not want to do it- you don’t need to :)
There’s enough things in life that we actually have to to do to keep life on track and smooth, but a hobby is a “want to do”
Also, you did new hobbies instead which is just fine, gardening and running.
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I think you did perfectly well on your goals, even if (or maybe especially because) you weren’t actively keeping them top of mind. I think it shows that your shopping and buying habits are ingrained and you’re able to keep yourself on track naturally.
Suggestion: maybe one of your goals could be wearing the new items that haven’t been worn yet? Like a usage goal, for the beautiful Nisolo mules, the overalls, even the running gear. Just a thought!
I think the balloon jeans look very flattering and stylish on you! No one can change the way YOU feel in them I know, but that doesn't mean we can't tell you how rockin' we think you look in them!
I agree. Definitely look very stylish and good on her.
Hi Val, HNY to you and your lovely family. I'm so happy to see a video from you. I think you did so well with the items you added to your wardrobe. All very practical, nothing at all excessive. I'm doing a no buy Jan/Feb, but I will keep going after that time frame, as to be completely honest, I have nothing on my wish list. Thank you for sharing your thoughts. You are one of my very favourite YT people 😊
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So good to see you Val! 🤗 Suze. X
I love the pink dress and the swimwear - but then, I live by the sea so I'm biased. It was great to see your cat.
Hi Val, the balloon jeans look nice on you. I tried wide leg black jeans for a different silhouette and I’m 5’3”. I’m not convinced they work on short ppl.
I did my review of last year’s plan and success too. Next up: 2024 plan/intentions.
Happy New Year Val. Great video as ever. As someone who does lots of sport, I would say that 2-3 sets of kit is fine, especially if you are active multiple times a week. Also if you are a sweaty exerciser (like me!) it's good to have at least one back up set, whilst the others are in the wash. I also find re swimwear that with regular pool and sea use it doesn't last that long, so it might just be that the third set is a back up for when one of the others inevitably wears out. I also think that it's easy to overbuy in terms of numbers generally, but apart from that, I think you did well, so don't be too hard on yourself! Looking forward to the next one. Greetings from Cornwall UK.
I was just watching your previous videos for inspiration, you always manage to get that done for me, thank you💐wadroves, style and the changing needs will for ever be as essential as our hearts seek💜I'm so happy to see this as im drinking my coffee for my day, have an amazing year, best regards
🥀 Miss. Lilly 🥀
I want to sew more clothes this year too :)
I think the balloon jeans are flattering in they elevate your looks and make them seem sort of more chic. Which to me is flattering haha. Would love to see more outfit vids! Welcome back!
free justification for running stuff! ♥️ i consider my activewear a separate capsule. i used to try to keep it as minimal as possible, but that's way too many small loads of laundry for me to keep up with my activities. i realized it was a scarcity mindset to keep it that small. if/when you decide to stick to running, do not feel guilty to add. for me to run all year, i have jackets & thermals & leggings too.
your 1-bras, 3-tanks, 2-shorts, 1-shoes = 7. so very reasonable.
not including your sandals, you did have +12 for your wardrobe!
Yess, me too! I do ballet and most of my stuff isn't suitable for my daily outfits (except maybe some leotards, which I can adapt as tops), so I don't think as "cheating" to count them separately. In addition, as you well pointed out, you need to wash it often, after every session, leading to have some changing set if you exercise multiple times a week.
Lovely watching your video
I also was planning on only buying 12 items this year but I ended up buying 16 (not including underwear, socks, pyjamas, etc.). I thought it'd be easier to stick to 12 because I never was that much of a shopaholic *and* I already bought only 8 pieces once during a low buy year, but it still was pretty challenging (especially with stuff going on beyond my control such as unexplained weight gain). Half of those 16 were secondhand though and only 3 were fast fashion, so I'm still pretty proud of that! To me, slow fashion is all about progress over perfection and I love that you seem to have a similar approach!
I think you still did really well, though, especially given circumstances which you couldn't help. Thank you for sharing.
You did really well - Great to see a video from you xx
Was so joyous when I saw your upload!!!!
Aw that’s so nice to hear!
It’s super easy to forget to factor in or under estimate holiday and fitness essentials you just need at the time when creating goals for the year. And the number of these we might need is dependent on washing/drying ability/schedules vs use which can be difficult to estimate! So we need to be kind to ourselves with these :-)
Thanks!Nice to see you!❤😊
Thank you!
Hi marathons runner here! 👋 forget “sustainable “ running clothes. Sorry those company are not there yet, also after 10 runs if your running shoes are not comfortable they will never be comfortable period. For running clothes buy high impact bras and really fitted pants high waisted with string (is a must or bonus) so forget “yoga” active year clothing they will not do the job my favourite brand for running clothing is new balance and Reebok (but stay away from their shoes) also Nike (run) are nice …. For winter running think heat tech pieces and layering is key ! Good luck with your goals
Always looking forward to your videos! They inspire me and are close to my style and mindset. Not over the top and /or unrealistic for me. Thanks for taking the time 😊
Happy new year, Val! It's so lovely to hear from you, your videos make me always feel relaxed and inspired
O, yes, sorry I forgot! 😊
So inspiring❤
I think you did a great job and I am inspired to do a better job of tracking what I buy. Also, I think it is ok to buy workout gear, especially shoes and bras and shorts, that are new. I buy most of my clothing items second hand, but I have a THING about needing my workout gear to be new since it is close to the body. Maybe I can work on that too!
This video inspired me too to conut my purcases and see how I'm standing in that area.
My goal this year is to "fit" into my current wardrobe🤪. I have a lot of beautiful pieces that are my style and perfect for my lifestyle but due to weight gain over the past year they no longer fit me. Upping my exercise game and cutting out sugar/chocolate I suppose would also be the goal.
If you're looking for sewing inspiration you might want to check out Isabel Paige's UA-cam channel. Although what she's sewing might not be your style she just set a goal for herself to sew her entire spring wardrobe between now and then.
Thank you for your video.🥳 I always get excited when I see you uploaded one!🙌🏼🥰
Val, you did great! And I love the items you bought.
Hi Valusha!
I want to see you wearing pink dress! 😊
I wore it to thanksgiving dinner at Iras house!
Hi good morning! I've just found your channel today - do u have a video which shows every piece in your wardrobe from all seasons?
I have a playlist on my channel for my seasonal capsule wardrobe that you can watch
Just a word of warning on the Altras they may not last long. There has been a noticeable decline in quality in my husbands last pair, they didn't even make it a year before different parts of the shoe were blowing out and the padding was obliterated causing him foot pain. He was very disappointed because the prior pair was great for him.
Hello! I like your aesthetic and wanted to know if you need an editor for your videos?
You bought more than you planned but they will last a long time, stopping you from buying in the future. Also, I don't think you should count exercise wear. It might put you off buying exercise wear which will put you off exercise. And that is difficult enough already.
You are from Ukraine? 🇺🇦
Yes I was born there, but moved to the US when I was 5
Tjmaxx gives you a gift card after the return date
Oh I wish I knew that! Already took the tags off and worn one of the tanks 😢