Sometimes DIYs are worn less because they feel so special that it's a shame to use them, or because it can feel like a risk, like if a seam rips it's my fault and makes me bad at sewing. At least that's my experience.
So true - also for me personally I wear them less because I fear people are gonna notice that they are homemade and in my country that can resonate with people thinking your cheap. Although materials are so costly and you spent a lot of time making these items
I downloaded this app because of your video and instantly felt so much more organized and just better and the urge to buy more clothes disappeared. I love it Edit: And now you have to pay for it 😫
That's so amazing to hear! I totally felt the same, documenting my outfits made me much less interested in shopping for clothes and if I did go browsing I felt very focused on what specific item I wanted without distraction!
I think if you prefer layering clothes for winter than it would make sense that your utilisation is higher, but most of us don't? So I doubt you should throw anything out until you hit the one year mark just because colder/warmer months can give very different readings and a more well rounded view of how you utilise everything
This is so true, I think come Autumn this year I'll do a mini closet sale to pass along some of the things I definitely won't be wearing, but will keep the maybe items!
The thing is it seems like you like to sew pieces with interesting construction elements but like to wear pieces with sometimes interesting patterns but usually simple construction. It may just be a question of deciding whether you’re sewing for things you’ll wear or as demonstrations/entertainment for your audience. So some of your designs would be more 'work output' rather than 'wardrobe', the same way most fashion designers dress minimalist or in a uniform, but design extravagant and with surprising new elements for customers. Personally I find the former more relevant and relatable, but it’s your channel! Also I noticed something for you that I have with myself: if a piece is a struggle to put on, I will always choose something else and it’s fine to bid it goodbye. I’ve given up on popover sleeved dresses in stiff fabrics for instance. Feels like I’m putting on a straitjacket and it’s wrinkly before I’ve even stepped out of the house! I’m done with feeling restrained by my clothes. I find I can dress interesting while still being super comfortable, as you clearly do and are in the things you wear weekly. Other than that, the pandemic disrupted the level of outings we did or continue to participate in, so that has also affected which older items are getting worn now (maybe fewer evening, formal or flashy events). A tip for others just starting out with this kind of app: for those with a smallish clothes collection, entering everything into the app upfront can work. But for anyone who has an extensive closet, I’d suggest entering the items you know you wear the most, then entering the rest *if and when* you actually wear it. Then two years down the line when you’re considering donating something, the fact that you haven’t even entered it into the app tells you that you haven’t worn it without all the computer work.
definitely need to try analyzing my closet... even after 3 consecutive purges im still unhappy with the clothes in my closet, i feel like im stuck in this weird limbo where i dont have enough clothes but at the same time my closet seems to be bursting at the seams 😭 and seeing all my clothes categorized in this way would be so helpful to me who thinks in numbers
it makes sense to have more tops because they are more likely to get sweaty and need to be washed. Also, there is more of a limit on how many different types of pants or bottoms you want--I think that is the area to get more classic or wardrobe basics.
As promised, here is part TWO of my little video set where I let data determine my wardrobe in the hopes of things like reducing my desire to buy new clothes, making my clothes work harder for me, really I just want to not have a closet full of clothes I don't care for! Would love to hear your thoughts on this and if you would ever attempt a data-driven closet deep dive 🤔 Thank you Birch for sponsoring! Click here birchliving.com/withwendy to get 25% off your Birch mattress (plus two free pillows!) during their Memorial Day Sale, now until June 5th. If you miss this limited-time offer, you can still get 20% off using my link! Offers subject to change. #birchliving
This app helped me get my closet utilization from 70% to 97%! I got this app midway through watching that video 6 months ago, and although I haven't recorded every outfit ( also I don't leave house much) it has been so awesome to be able to see the cost per use for a few of my more expensive items and see what I have not worn in a long time, as well as part ways with things that just don't fit anywhere within my style! It's been an amazing suggestion, thank you so much!
I've been waiting for a part 2 and you can consider me convinced! I'm so going to do this! Such a brilliant way to streamline and "smart-ify" your wardrobe. Also I have to say that I LOVE that your top "brands" are thrifted and diy ❤️
As someone who basically only leaves the house two or three times a month because of health issues, I really wonder whether an app like this would work for me. I usually wear the same 2 to 3 outfits because it emotionally helps with the stress of going outside, requires zero thought, and I can get away with it because it's weeks apart. My closet utilization would probably be extremely low, and by the apps logic I should own like 10 items of clothing lol, when that wouldn't work once i'm healthier again. I also see myself wearing the same things over and over as a flaw that i'm trying to overcome - in reality I actually really like a lot of my less worn clothes, and they become a part of my regular rotation when I make the effort. I just don't wear them because it's less mentally taxing to repeat outfits. But I don't want to wear the same outfits all the time, I just find it boring, and it's been making me happier to wear different things. I think apps like this are helpful in identifying patterns in regards to what you do and don't gravitate towards, but only you know the reasons why. I also think a potential solution is actively trying to wear your less worn clothes to see if the issue is that you don't like them, or something else ( you've just overlooked them, you're afraid of other's judgement, they don't work irl the way they did in your head, there's a fit issue, etc.)
I have a similar problem with the mental effort, so I separate the outfit creation process to a different time. I use the app to create outfit ideas (on the train, during a break, etc.). Then, in the morning, or on a day at which I have the capacity, I pick one of my new ideas, put on the clothes and make a photo. And then either right after, or when I get around to, see if I like it and tag it in the app accordingly. When I am under pressure, I can revisit my photo collection and pick an outfit that has been tested before, so I don't have to create a new outfit on the spot. Usually, I start with the shoes I plan to wear, and then pick a fitting outfit according to circumstance and weather. Maybe this could work for you too? (P.S.: I also use the app to track my outfit wears, but my focus is more on seeing which items are under-used and trying to make new outfits that include those pices. You can even use the app to get a suggestion on what to wear a certain item with, so if you want to incorporate a certain item into your daily wear, the app can make a suggestion for you and you just have to try it on and see if you like that.)
there's this app called pureple that safiya nygaard made a video about a few years ag0 ("i let an app pick my outfits for a week") where you similarly upload photos of every article in your wardrobe, and then the app will generate outfits for you using those items! it could potentially be a way to spruce things up while removing the choice overload
You inspired me to start using Acloset in November and I've been tracking everything, but also started planning outfits for next week or before packing for a travel. Also, I'm checking utilisation stats very often to keep that at 99%, when I see that some item landed on that list, I plan an outfit with it in the next week. It's so rewarding and I'm basically wearing everything I own, thank you for the inspiration! ❤️
Before I saw your part 1 video, I started this super tedious process of taking inventory for my entire closet (shoes, purses, clothes, jewellery, EVERYTHING) in an attempt to downsize and REALLY take control of my shopping habits. The UA-cam algorithm is insane because it recommended your part 1 video to me while I was in the midst of my project. I immediately downloaded the app and it has been SUCH a great supplement! My favourite part is that it also keeps track of my outfits. I get so overwhelmed looking at my closet that I forget some of the amazing combinations I can come up with. I'm super looking forward to part 3!
So cool! Do you know if the app lets you upload a photo of you wearing the outfit? I feel like that kind of visual would really help me remember how great a combination was to wear and inspire me to wear it again....
Your most worn seem so cute, casual, comfortable, and practical. Nice. I’m purging again after me made May. My most worn me mades are just plain worn out, and have to go. Hundreds of wears have done them in. I guess that means I get to make them again. And the less worn ones are getting upgrades, or the boot.
I know that the percentage of the clothes in my closet that I wear is at the 50 mark or lower, but I’m definitely comfortable with that number. First;y, I know I have MANY specialty items. It’s something I allow myself, having pretty dresses, or other things for extremely particular occasions just brings me so much joy, and I still only thrift everything I wear, so the purchase is always worth it for me. Secondly, how much I get to wear actual “outfits” that fit my style that truly pull from my wardrobe fluctuates depending on my situation. For example, right now I’m living back at home at my parents house, without a job or any other consistent reason to leave the house. I hardly ever put on clothes other than what I sleep in. Before this, I had my first job in my profession, working wardrobe for a theatre. I wore all black every single day I went to work. Again, hardly wearing what’s actually in my wardrobe. And before that the other jobs I’ve had have been retail/food service so there’s still a dress code, though going to school certainly gave me a reason to put my clothes on. I really miss wearing my clothes. My aesthetic is a major pride point of mine.
Love this so much ❤ Idea for the unworn items you're proud of: make an occassion to wear them one time to celebrate all your work on them, like a photoshoot, or a special video, or a party! That way you'll have a cool memory to look back on without having to hold on to the item itself. And items like the bellsleeve turtleneck are maybe candidates for a lil alteration. :)
I've been using this app for a little over two months and my utilisation is at 53%. It was hovering around 45% but thanks to warmer weather I've been wearing more dresses. The app has been so helpful in making me conscientious of the clothes I don't wear. I love the outfit suggestions because it's finally starting to get better. I still wouldn't wear a lot of them but it does give inspiration on how I could wear my clothes
this video made me realize I've been following you for 6 years! Your content growth has been so amazing and enjoyable, I'm happy to still be around for the future!
I’ve done this with another app for and been tracking my outfits for 2 years! Crazy to see how theres items I haven’t touched in two years and now it’s a matter of trying to style them since I’ve forgotten about them or donating!
Love this follow-up video. I use a wardrobe app too, it’s liberating to not have to guess anymore. The data lets me keep my closet somewhat small, and my new investments has proven to be so much more successful additions to my already owned pieces.
I downloaded the app after watching your first video... and then forgot about it for three months. But for the last three months I've been using it and it's so helpful to control my spending and know what's in my wardrobe. Thanks so much for sharing it and your own experiences in tracking your wardrobe!
My lazy organizational way is just by using colors I wear frequently, mostly black tops, (I try to add interest by introducing texture with items/styles like ruching, lace, satin, knit), dark wash jeans, with a few tans, greens, blues, whites sneaking in via tops. As I cosplay at medieval faires and comic cons, most of my closet looks a bit odd...hence the dark colors of my "reality" clothes so as to take up less space. May seem contradictory, but I love to watch a good plan, app or other organizational tool being utilized to make a wardrobe more efficient.
Hi wendy, i have a suggestion. Could you make a video about how to properly clean and care for your sewing machine someday in the future? It’s always been a confusing topic for me and I feel like you’d explain it really well :)) love your videos ❤
Thanks to your last video i started using Acloset like you, and highly recommend it to everyone !! I will try to do a capsule like you now. It made me realize I have way to many black items, and that I don't feel great in most of them. It helped me to discard double items. I also really like to put in a dedicated wardrobe the items I think to buy. It makes every buy a lot more conscious, as you can see how they will incorporate with your existing wardrobe.
i downloaded the acloset app when you last talked about it in one of your past videos and it has helped me so much! i was able to really use all of my clothes and gained much more space in my closet after getting rid of clothes i don’t really wear much. it also made me think twice (or more) before i buy new clothes.
I tried the app 6 months ago when your first video came out, and it was good in encouraging me to wear more of my wardrobe and use the forgotten pieces; however, putting all my clothes in was such a big time investment that I didn't use it for more than a month because I stopped wearing stuff that wasn't in the app. Taking photos was also so hard, and then the photos ended up not looking great so I wouldn't feel good about making outfits in flat lay. I can see the pros, and I wanted the app to work, but it didn't for me :(
I downloaded the app and never used it beyond my initial look around 😭 I couldn’t be bothered to photograph all my clothes but it still crosses my mind to do so (especially since I get notifications every Friday). Thank you for this video because this is still something I want to do!!
This was super cool, thank you for doing it! I used to have a pretty tight closet, but I started thrifting and experimenting with clothes and now I have a ton of clothes and definitely need to do some refinement and come to terms with stuff I wish I wore more but just doesn’t feel like me.
The things you wear and the things you didn't wear are all really nice. No matter what the data tells me I still hold onto the stuff that is nice even tho I haven't worn it. ugh. no regrets, right? except when you give away the thing you haven't worn and all of a sudden want to wear it.
it might be easier because i hang my clothes by top/bottom. but i load clean into the back end of the closet and place an empty brightly colored hangar there to mark the latest load of laundry (don't rewear too fast) and then let the things i dont use drift to the front of the closet over time so im forced to confront them. a pattern emerges. i place another empty hangar at the (things i dont wear but love ) section but im always surprised at the things that drift even further into the 'oh no i think i have to toss it' section at the very front of the closet that i have literally walked past every day for a year
I downloaded the app after your video about it, but since 90% of my wardrobe has been in boxes since moving, I haven’t had a chance to use it. The upside is that I wear at least 90% of my current wardrobe very frequently. The downside is that I am sick of wearing the same outfits every single week (and being limited to jeans and a t shirt). I really need closer space…
For the black turtle neck, if you took off the flared part of the sleeves you would have a beautifully sewn shirt that fits you really well. Perhaps you'd find yourself wearing it more if you had that shirt minus the bell sleeves?
I'm moving across the continent but leaving some things behind for short visits. This app is perfect for keeping track of what I have in each country and helping me pack lighter 😍
I have a tendency to buy items that are just fun. I may wear them once or not at all but when I see them in my closet, they make me happy. It's like having an art piece. Granted, I'm fortunate enough to have a closet that can hold all these unused items. That being said, I love the idea of this app to get the most out of your closet. I'm thinking I'll download it for outfit ideas a la Cher Horowitz instead of going for complete closet utilization since I know I'll never achieve that without getting rid of items I absolutely love.
I know my entire closet is under utilized, but it doesn't help that my full time job requires a uniform. Like some days if I'm not not leaving the house I just go, I don't need to change out of my pjs until work and... yeah. Its a bummer because I have cute clothes but I don't get a lot of opportunities to show them off.
Inspiring! Makes me want to try, but I'm not sure I can handle the truth. As someone who opts for a ton of "comfy cozy" clothes for my WFH setup, I know for sure I'm not getting a lot of use out of all of my more dressed up stuff.
I downloaded the app after your video: i wish I'd done all the hard work of cataloguing in one go! Now i have some clothes on the app, some not, so my data isnt very good... Would recommend to others to set aside plenty of time and do it all in a day or two
I'm using this app since even before your video came out and I love it. Planning and organizing is such a helpful thing for someone as anxious as me and this app is a saviour. I recently went to darjeeling and I planned a capsule wardrobe and it was so much better, I didn't repeat outfits as I had plenty of combinations with limited number of items
This video reminded me of the styling class from this spring semester. My professor would love to hear about this app! We had to give ourselves + another person a makeover based on lifestyle factors, budget, ideal image, and existing closet to create a capsule wardrobe. I have way too many graphic t-shirts and not enough basics. I'm more confident in making outfits on the much smaller wardrobe I currently have, but it feels daunting knowing I have to search for more items and get rid of a few more pieces ':^0 Loved this video and will try the app out, too.
I would wear that green dress to the grocery store if I had no where else to go haha. All your creations are ao beautiful I would just make up a reason to wear em
seeing this I really wish fabric would be cheaper were I live :') because I don't have a lot of money all the clothes I have are from fast fashion stores but being worn until they literally fall apart, at least 4 years, most way longer. I have one dress that I made myself from bedsheets and I LOVE it and wear it whenever I can! but fabric is really expensive esp. when you wear plus size like me :') I easily used 3m of fabric for that dress (teacup length and full circle skirt)
Creative people like you must see beauty and utility in a lot. I hope you aren't guilted into parting with your designs. My husband said someone will steal your jacket design for sure. Then when you showed your core wardrobe -- we both agreed, you look great even in that tie dye dress but hide in your day to day clothes like a lot of women. But you are a mom and that's gotta be where your energy is going. I have a ton of clothes and yes I want to restyle or tailor some of them but so hard to get rid of them because I too love fabric, textile, etc. Haven't seen you play the guitar yet.
I'm pretty sure my utilization is about 20% lol but I'm OK with that. I know i have pieces i love and reuse often. It's also less mentally draining to just repeat the same outfit often. But then i have alot of exciting pieces i like and eventually at some point i may wear them. Even if it's once a year or once in a few years, i do keep things, i have items from 2 decades ago, so eventually they even come back in style too. I'm fine with that tbh. The only thing that bothers me is i have a hard time getting rid of things, some things annoy me when they don't fit well or have stains but i still struggle to get rid of it. Also the lower quality of clothes nowadays annoys me too.
I’ve been using the Whering app for a couple years and my usage percentage just keeps going down because I only wear clothes for work and I have mostly fun clothes. Since I don’t leave the house it rapidly goes down as my wardrobe goes up. I also gained weight so I can’t wear 50+% of my clothes which is why I’m trying my best to slim down
It would be so cool if you designed a label ti put in your clothes you made, then when you decide to thrift them they will have a background to your sewing craft
Really interesting to see your outfits but a bit confusing that the flatlays and your demonstrations weren't in sync ! Do you really only wear one set of clothes all day ? I find myself changing depending on the activity : staying home, going to an appointment, doing some sport, chilling etc.
Lol, pausing this to comment that probably 70% of my wardrobe is tops. Other than printed skirts, tops are where I have fun. I could wear the same pair of pants/jeans all week (eww), and not care at all
I realized the other week that I have 3 black shirts that are essentially the same but I don’t wear one of them because it doesn’t feel the same as the other two 💀 I keep noticing it and forgetting about it so I couldn’t definitely use an analysis
I’ve been at 99% utilization of my closet for a year! I have 1/2 the clothes of the average app user and I try to have all my clothes get down to >10$ cost per wear
Same, but I’m the type of person who just finds one shirt I like, buys it in 5 different colors, and leave it at that. Maybe a sweater, same for long sleeves. I also just wear them until they break (5-7 years), but mostly because I hate shopping lol
I've only been tracking my outfits for 2 months (so a bit of spring & a bit of summer - i live in Germany) but i checked my app and my usage is only 58% ... when i tell you I CRIED 💀 ...
The "tie dye" turtleneck shirt you bought in the last 6 months looks like an unfocused photo of a boy band promo photo screened on upside down and I get that's really specific but I can't unsee it.
@withwendy FYI, they have started charging anyone who has more than 100 items in their closet. If you have 101+ items, you're pretty much locked out of your account/access to items
most of my clothes are pink, because vs has decided to put pink linings in everything and so to have bras I have to wash pink clothes like every other week
Each outfit worn was suggested in the app during the shot of the previous outfit. Also took me a while to figure out that each shot was current outfit with screenshot of next suggested outfit.
Sometimes DIYs are worn less because they feel so special that it's a shame to use them, or because it can feel like a risk, like if a seam rips it's my fault and makes me bad at sewing. At least that's my experience.
PS. Yes I know clothes from brands rip too, but when they do I don't take it personally x) because I didn't make them.
So true - also for me personally I wear them less because I fear people are gonna notice that they are homemade and in my country that can resonate with people thinking your cheap. Although materials are so costly and you spent a lot of time making these items
I downloaded this app because of your video and instantly felt so much more organized and just better and the urge to buy more clothes disappeared. I love it
Edit: And now you have to pay for it 😫
That's so amazing to hear! I totally felt the same, documenting my outfits made me much less interested in shopping for clothes and if I did go browsing I felt very focused on what specific item I wanted without distraction!
Alright, I’m sold. I’m gonna download the app.
Same! I travel a lot so I setup two closets for east and west coast travel
is it free?
What is the name of the app?
I think if you prefer layering clothes for winter than it would make sense that your utilisation is higher, but most of us don't? So I doubt you should throw anything out until you hit the one year mark just because colder/warmer months can give very different readings and a more well rounded view of how you utilise everything
This is so true, I think come Autumn this year I'll do a mini closet sale to pass along some of the things I definitely won't be wearing, but will keep the maybe items!
The thing is it seems like you like to sew pieces with interesting construction elements but like to wear pieces with sometimes interesting patterns but usually simple construction. It may just be a question of deciding whether you’re sewing for things you’ll wear or as demonstrations/entertainment for your audience. So some of your designs would be more 'work output' rather than 'wardrobe', the same way most fashion designers dress minimalist or in a uniform, but design extravagant and with surprising new elements for customers. Personally I find the former more relevant and relatable, but it’s your channel!
Also I noticed something for you that I have with myself: if a piece is a struggle to put on, I will always choose something else and it’s fine to bid it goodbye. I’ve given up on popover sleeved dresses in stiff fabrics for instance. Feels like I’m putting on a straitjacket and it’s wrinkly before I’ve even stepped out of the house! I’m done with feeling restrained by my clothes. I find I can dress interesting while still being super comfortable, as you clearly do and are in the things you wear weekly.
Other than that, the pandemic disrupted the level of outings we did or continue to participate in, so that has also affected which older items are getting worn now (maybe fewer evening, formal or flashy events).
A tip for others just starting out with this kind of app: for those with a smallish clothes collection, entering everything into the app upfront can work. But for anyone who has an extensive closet, I’d suggest entering the items you know you wear the most, then entering the rest *if and when* you actually wear it. Then two years down the line when you’re considering donating something, the fact that you haven’t even entered it into the app tells you that you haven’t worn it without all the computer work.
definitely need to try analyzing my closet... even after 3 consecutive purges im still unhappy with the clothes in my closet, i feel like im stuck in this weird limbo where i dont have enough clothes but at the same time my closet seems to be bursting at the seams 😭 and seeing all my clothes categorized in this way would be so helpful to me who thinks in numbers
same to all of that!! i get stressed out by how many shirts i have but then want more shirts cuz i only ever wear the same 3
@@Aushiryeso relatable.
it makes sense to have more tops because they are more likely to get sweaty and need to be washed. Also, there is more of a limit on how many different types of pants or bottoms you want--I think that is the area to get more classic or wardrobe basics.
Also, its more likely to put on a sweater over a t shirt, then putting on two pants.
As promised, here is part TWO of my little video set where I let data determine my wardrobe in the hopes of things like reducing my desire to buy new clothes, making my clothes work harder for me, really I just want to not have a closet full of clothes I don't care for! Would love to hear your thoughts on this and if you would ever attempt a data-driven closet deep dive 🤔 Thank you Birch for sponsoring! Click here birchliving.com/withwendy to get 25% off your Birch mattress (plus two free pillows!) during their Memorial Day Sale, now until June 5th. If you miss this limited-time offer, you can still get 20% off using my link! Offers subject to change. #birchliving
Hey, I made a jeans corset top too!
Is there video of you making the double breasted jacket?
About the turtle necks - are you breastfeeding? Because then it makes a lot of sense that you don’t wear them so much
This app helped me get my closet utilization from 70% to 97%!
I got this app midway through watching that video 6 months ago, and although I haven't recorded every outfit ( also I don't leave house much) it has been so awesome to be able to see the cost per use for a few of my more expensive items and see what I have not worn in a long time, as well as part ways with things that just don't fit anywhere within my style! It's been an amazing suggestion, thank you so much!
Hope u dont mind me asking whats the app called idk if she said it in the video :)
@@ccztar.vers3 1:06 the app is Acloset
I've been waiting for a part 2 and you can consider me convinced! I'm so going to do this! Such a brilliant way to streamline and "smart-ify" your wardrobe.
Also I have to say that I LOVE that your top "brands" are thrifted and diy ❤️
Modification video yes please! I feel it's what most ppl need and also more accessible, cuz it's less daunting compared to sewing an entire garment ❤
As someone who basically only leaves the house two or three times a month because of health issues, I really wonder whether an app like this would work for me. I usually wear the same 2 to 3 outfits because it emotionally helps with the stress of going outside, requires zero thought, and I can get away with it because it's weeks apart. My closet utilization would probably be extremely low, and by the apps logic I should own like 10 items of clothing lol, when that wouldn't work once i'm healthier again.
I also see myself wearing the same things over and over as a flaw that i'm trying to overcome - in reality I actually really like a lot of my less worn clothes, and they become a part of my regular rotation when I make the effort. I just don't wear them because it's less mentally taxing to repeat outfits. But I don't want to wear the same outfits all the time, I just find it boring, and it's been making me happier to wear different things. I think apps like this are helpful in identifying patterns in regards to what you do and don't gravitate towards, but only you know the reasons why. I also think a potential solution is actively trying to wear your less worn clothes to see if the issue is that you don't like them, or something else ( you've just overlooked them, you're afraid of other's judgement, they don't work irl the way they did in your head, there's a fit issue, etc.)
wow its like i could have writtent his exact comment myself. same here
@@aelurinenice to know I'm not alone! Good luck with whatever health issues you struggle with, if you do struggle with them.
I have a similar problem with the mental effort, so I separate the outfit creation process to a different time. I use the app to create outfit ideas (on the train, during a break, etc.). Then, in the morning, or on a day at which I have the capacity, I pick one of my new ideas, put on the clothes and make a photo. And then either right after, or when I get around to, see if I like it and tag it in the app accordingly. When I am under pressure, I can revisit my photo collection and pick an outfit that has been tested before, so I don't have to create a new outfit on the spot. Usually, I start with the shoes I plan to wear, and then pick a fitting outfit according to circumstance and weather. Maybe this could work for you too? (P.S.: I also use the app to track my outfit wears, but my focus is more on seeing which items are under-used and trying to make new outfits that include those pices. You can even use the app to get a suggestion on what to wear a certain item with, so if you want to incorporate a certain item into your daily wear, the app can make a suggestion for you and you just have to try it on and see if you like that.)
there's this app called pureple that safiya nygaard made a video about a few years ag0 ("i let an app pick my outfits for a week") where you similarly upload photos of every article in your wardrobe, and then the app will generate outfits for you using those items! it could potentially be a way to spruce things up while removing the choice overload
You inspired me to start using Acloset in November and I've been tracking everything, but also started planning outfits for next week or before packing for a travel. Also, I'm checking utilisation stats very often to keep that at 99%, when I see that some item landed on that list, I plan an outfit with it in the next week. It's so rewarding and I'm basically wearing everything I own, thank you for the inspiration! ❤️
99% is seriously impressive, well done!!! This might be a silly question - how do I find the utilization rate? I can’t find any statistics on the app.
Before I saw your part 1 video, I started this super tedious process of taking inventory for my entire closet (shoes, purses, clothes, jewellery, EVERYTHING) in an attempt to downsize and REALLY take control of my shopping habits.
The UA-cam algorithm is insane because it recommended your part 1 video to me while I was in the midst of my project. I immediately downloaded the app and it has been SUCH a great supplement! My favourite part is that it also keeps track of my outfits. I get so overwhelmed looking at my closet that I forget some of the amazing combinations I can come up with.
I'm super looking forward to part 3!
So cool! Do you know if the app lets you upload a photo of you wearing the outfit? I feel like that kind of visual would really help me remember how great a combination was to wear and inspire me to wear it again....
@@ms.q604 acloset lets you do that
Your most worn seem so cute, casual, comfortable, and practical. Nice. I’m purging again after me made May. My most worn me mades are just plain worn out, and have to go. Hundreds of wears have done them in. I guess that means I get to make them again. And the less worn ones are getting upgrades, or the boot.
I know that the percentage of the clothes in my closet that I wear is at the 50 mark or lower, but I’m definitely comfortable with that number. First;y, I know I have MANY specialty items. It’s something I allow myself, having pretty dresses, or other things for extremely particular occasions just brings me so much joy, and I still only thrift everything I wear, so the purchase is always worth it for me. Secondly, how much I get to wear actual “outfits” that fit my style that truly pull from my wardrobe fluctuates depending on my situation. For example, right now I’m living back at home at my parents house, without a job or any other consistent reason to leave the house. I hardly ever put on clothes other than what I sleep in. Before this, I had my first job in my profession, working wardrobe for a theatre. I wore all black every single day I went to work. Again, hardly wearing what’s actually in my wardrobe. And before that the other jobs I’ve had have been retail/food service so there’s still a dress code, though going to school certainly gave me a reason to put my clothes on. I really miss wearing my clothes. My aesthetic is a major pride point of mine.
Love this so much ❤ Idea for the unworn items you're proud of: make an occassion to wear them one time to celebrate all your work on them, like a photoshoot, or a special video, or a party! That way you'll have a cool memory to look back on without having to hold on to the item itself. And items like the bellsleeve turtleneck are maybe candidates for a lil alteration. :)
I've been using this app for a little over two months and my utilisation is at 53%. It was hovering around 45% but thanks to warmer weather I've been wearing more dresses. The app has been so helpful in making me conscientious of the clothes I don't wear. I love the outfit suggestions because it's finally starting to get better. I still wouldn't wear a lot of them but it does give inspiration on how I could wear my clothes
That long-sleeve green dress you showed that you had made while super pregnant is DOPEEEE! So unique and funky! I really love it 💚
I’ve been tracking in acloset almost every day because of you! I love it so much, it helps with packing, knowing what I really wear, and the dataaaaa
Data lovers UNITE!
this video made me realize I've been following you for 6 years! Your content growth has been so amazing and enjoyable, I'm happy to still be around for the future!
I’ve done this with another app for and been tracking my outfits for 2 years! Crazy to see how theres items I haven’t touched in two years and now it’s a matter of trying to style them since I’ve forgotten about them or donating!
What app are you using? I've tried acloset but I'm personally not a big fan
Which app?
@@randomfangirl12345 stylebook but its 5$ i think
@@randomfangirl12345 stylebook but whering is another one thats free
Love this follow-up video. I use a wardrobe app too, it’s liberating to not have to guess anymore. The data lets me keep my closet somewhat small, and my new investments has proven to be so much more successful additions to my already owned pieces.
Which app?
@@randomfangirl12345 I use Whering (iPhone)
I downloaded the app after watching your first video... and then forgot about it for three months. But for the last three months I've been using it and it's so helpful to control my spending and know what's in my wardrobe.
Thanks so much for sharing it and your own experiences in tracking your wardrobe!
My lazy organizational way is just by using colors I wear frequently, mostly black tops, (I try to add interest by introducing texture with items/styles like ruching, lace, satin, knit), dark wash jeans, with a few tans, greens, blues, whites sneaking in via tops. As I cosplay at medieval faires and comic cons, most of my closet looks a bit odd...hence the dark colors of my "reality" clothes so as to take up less space. May seem contradictory, but I love to watch a good plan, app or other organizational tool being utilized to make a wardrobe more efficient.
I LOVE that Jacket. ❤ you did such a great job sewing it 🎉
Hi wendy, i have a suggestion. Could you make a video about how to properly clean and care for your sewing machine someday in the future? It’s always been a confusing topic for me and I feel like you’d explain it really well :)) love your videos ❤
i started using Acloset right after your first mention and I love it! Still using it daily.
Thanks to your last video i started using Acloset like you, and highly recommend it to everyone !! I will try to do a capsule like you now.
It made me realize I have way to many black items, and that I don't feel great in most of them. It helped me to discard double items.
I also really like to put in a dedicated wardrobe the items I think to buy. It makes every buy a lot more conscious, as you can see how they will incorporate with your existing wardrobe.
I am so keen for part three and more wardrobe app updates!
Take the bell sleeves off the black turtle neck and I reckon you'd wear it a lot more because it's more practical day-to-day!
i downloaded the acloset app when you last talked about it in one of your past videos and it has helped me so much! i was able to really use all of my clothes and gained much more space in my closet after getting rid of clothes i don’t really wear much. it also made me think twice (or more) before i buy new clothes.
I tried the app 6 months ago when your first video came out, and it was good in encouraging me to wear more of my wardrobe and use the forgotten pieces; however, putting all my clothes in was such a big time investment that I didn't use it for more than a month because I stopped wearing stuff that wasn't in the app. Taking photos was also so hard, and then the photos ended up not looking great so I wouldn't feel good about making outfits in flat lay. I can see the pros, and I wanted the app to work, but it didn't for me :(
I downloaded the app and never used it beyond my initial look around 😭 I couldn’t be bothered to photograph all my clothes but it still crosses my mind to do so (especially since I get notifications every Friday).
Thank you for this video because this is still something I want to do!!
you can also look up pictures and use those
This was super cool, thank you for doing it! I used to have a pretty tight closet, but I started thrifting and experimenting with clothes and now I have a ton of clothes and definitely need to do some refinement and come to terms with stuff I wish I wore more but just doesn’t feel like me.
The things you wear and the things you didn't wear are all really nice. No matter what the data tells me I still hold onto the stuff that is nice even tho I haven't worn it. ugh. no regrets, right? except when you give away the thing you haven't worn and all of a sudden want to wear it.
The Ali Wong standup special stage of pregnancy 😂😂😂 as a mom of twins, I feel that.
ok but those transitionsssss for the capsule wardrobe!! love!!
I LOVE THAT BLACK SHIRT AND FLOWY SLEEVES
it might be easier because i hang my clothes by top/bottom. but i load clean into the back end of the closet and place an empty brightly colored hangar there to mark the latest load of laundry (don't rewear too fast) and then let the things i dont use drift to the front of the closet over time so im forced to confront them. a pattern emerges. i place another empty hangar at the (things i dont wear but love ) section but im always surprised at the things that drift even further into the 'oh no i think i have to toss it' section at the very front of the closet that i have literally walked past every day for a year
You are apsollutely brilliant. I have to try this bright hanger method.
Please please please only sew stuff you wear and love. We're here bc of you, not bc of how fancy your project are
I downloaded the app after your video about it, but since 90% of my wardrobe has been in boxes since moving, I haven’t had a chance to use it.
The upside is that I wear at least 90% of my current wardrobe very frequently. The downside is that I am sick of wearing the same outfits every single week (and being limited to jeans and a t shirt). I really need closer space…
12:13 This cardigan!!! I’m in love ❤❤
Most of the under utilized items being DIY’d - that hit home 😂
For the black turtle neck, if you took off the flared part of the sleeves you would have a beautifully sewn shirt that fits you really well. Perhaps you'd find yourself wearing it more if you had that shirt minus the bell sleeves?
I'm moving across the continent but leaving some things behind for short visits. This app is perfect for keeping track of what I have in each country and helping me pack lighter 😍
i love how you did the editing on the outfits! also very interesting to see the results of this :)
i love the jacket w the buttons tbh
I have a tendency to buy items that are just fun. I may wear them once or not at all but when I see them in my closet, they make me happy. It's like having an art piece. Granted, I'm fortunate enough to have a closet that can hold all these unused items. That being said, I love the idea of this app to get the most out of your closet. I'm thinking I'll download it for outfit ideas a la Cher Horowitz instead of going for complete closet utilization since I know I'll never achieve that without getting rid of items I absolutely love.
I know my entire closet is under utilized, but it doesn't help that my full time job requires a uniform. Like some days if I'm not not leaving the house I just go, I don't need to change out of my pjs until work and... yeah. Its a bummer because I have cute clothes but I don't get a lot of opportunities to show them off.
Inspiring! Makes me want to try, but I'm not sure I can handle the truth. As someone who opts for a ton of "comfy cozy" clothes for my WFH setup, I know for sure I'm not getting a lot of use out of all of my more dressed up stuff.
I've been using the whering app (similar one) since january and am at a cool 69% usage 😂can't wait until true summer hits
Man I would love to buy the tan blazer! Absolutely beautiful
LOVED this! Particularly loved the green dress with ruching!
I downloaded the app after your video: i wish I'd done all the hard work of cataloguing in one go! Now i have some clothes on the app, some not, so my data isnt very good... Would recommend to others to set aside plenty of time and do it all in a day or two
Please tell me about those wardrobes. I love the finish on the doors!
I'm using this app since even before your video came out and I love it.
Planning and organizing is such a helpful thing for someone as anxious as me and this app is a saviour. I recently went to darjeeling and I planned a capsule wardrobe and it was so much better, I didn't repeat outfits as I had plenty of combinations with limited number of items
An update!!! Yes! 😁 I feel the itch to do this as well, aaaah.
marla is so cute as always
This video reminded me of the styling class from this spring semester. My professor would love to hear about this app! We had to give ourselves + another person a makeover based on lifestyle factors, budget, ideal image, and existing closet to create a capsule wardrobe. I have way too many graphic t-shirts and not enough basics. I'm more confident in making outfits on the much smaller wardrobe I currently have, but it feels daunting knowing I have to search for more items and get rid of a few more pieces ':^0 Loved this video and will try the app out, too.
Thanks for being so diligent in using the app! I loved the video!
As a person who has four all-season dresses, one summer dress, two pairs of pants, and three shirts... I think my wardrobe usage is 100%.
I would wear that green dress to the grocery store if I had no where else to go haha. All your creations are ao beautiful I would just make up a reason to wear em
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seeing this I really wish fabric would be cheaper were I live :') because I don't have a lot of money all the clothes I have are from fast fashion stores but being worn until they literally fall apart, at least 4 years, most way longer.
I have one dress that I made myself from bedsheets and I LOVE it and wear it whenever I can!
but fabric is really expensive esp. when you wear plus size like me :') I easily used 3m of fabric for that dress (teacup length and full circle skirt)
Creative people like you must see beauty and utility in a lot. I hope you aren't guilted into parting with your designs. My husband said someone will steal your jacket design for sure. Then when you showed your core wardrobe -- we both agreed, you look great even in that tie dye dress but hide in your day to day clothes like a lot of women. But you are a mom and that's gotta be where your energy is going. I have a ton of clothes and yes I want to restyle or tailor some of them but so hard to get rid of them because I too love fabric, textile, etc. Haven't seen you play the guitar yet.
i was just thinking of you!! so happy to see you again :)
I'm pretty sure my utilization is about 20% lol but I'm OK with that. I know i have pieces i love and reuse often. It's also less mentally draining to just repeat the same outfit often. But then i have alot of exciting pieces i like and eventually at some point i may wear them. Even if it's once a year or once in a few years, i do keep things, i have items from 2 decades ago, so eventually they even come back in style too. I'm fine with that tbh. The only thing that bothers me is i have a hard time getting rid of things, some things annoy me when they don't fit well or have stains but i still struggle to get rid of it. Also the lower quality of clothes nowadays annoys me too.
I’ve been using the Whering app for a couple years and my usage percentage just keeps going down because I only wear clothes for work and I have mostly fun clothes. Since I don’t leave the house it rapidly goes down as my wardrobe goes up. I also gained weight so I can’t wear 50+% of my clothes which is why I’m trying my best to slim down
The jacket at 10:00 gave me Jareth the Goblin King vibes (in a good way)
It would be so cool if you designed a label ti put in your clothes you made, then when you decide to thrift them they will have a background to your sewing craft
Oh, please keep the jacket! It is so adorable!
Mine would be under 50% for sure. I wear 10% of my closet 90% of the time
Very interesting Wendy! Thanks for sharing ❤
oh my god I need that lined jacket so bad
Really interesting to see your outfits but a bit confusing that the flatlays and your demonstrations weren't in sync ! Do you really only wear one set of clothes all day ? I find myself changing depending on the activity : staying home, going to an appointment, doing some sport, chilling etc.
Really interesting, I think most people don't think about their wardrobes at all
I actually wonder if that blazer would make a really cute vest instead?
I downloaded the app and cannot wait to do this for this year!
Ok but what is that green flowy blazer you were wearing in the beginning of the video 🤩
What fabric is that? I love the way it lays/hangs
I would love to do this but I work from home and just wear PJs most days 😅 Data is satisfying though
i wish acloset wasnt subscription now. why did the clothes you had on not match the clothes shown on the phone? thanks for the video!
Lol, pausing this to comment that probably 70% of my wardrobe is tops. Other than printed skirts, tops are where I have fun. I could wear the same pair of pants/jeans all week (eww), and not care at all
But what about party items? wouldn't you still need a couple even if it reads you've almost never used it?
We don’t have tryon sections anymore…sooo sometimes you just get home with jeans that don’t fit over your thighs….😢
I realized the other week that I have 3 black shirts that are essentially the same but I don’t wear one of them because it doesn’t feel the same as the other two 💀 I keep noticing it and forgetting about it so I couldn’t definitely use an analysis
Aaaaand now I want to download this app too😂
I’ve been at 99% utilization of my closet for a year! I have 1/2 the clothes of the average app user and I try to have all my clothes get down to >10$ cost per wear
99%!!! In awe
Same, but I’m the type of person who just finds one shirt I like, buys it in 5 different colors, and leave it at that. Maybe a sweater, same for long sleeves. I also just wear them until they break (5-7 years), but mostly because I hate shopping lol
I've only been tracking my outfits for 2 months (so a bit of spring & a bit of summer - i live in Germany) but i checked my app and my usage is only 58% ... when i tell you I CRIED 💀 ...
The "tie dye" turtleneck shirt you bought in the last 6 months looks like an unfocused photo of a boy band promo photo screened on upside down and I get that's really specific but I can't unsee it.
Lmao I can't unsee it now
ok but it makes sense to have more tops because you can rewear bottoms more often between washing than tops
This was so awesome and interesting!!
Remove the bell sleeves from the black. turtleneck you made and maybe you'll wear it?
@withwendy FYI, they have started charging anyone who has more than 100 items in their closet. If you have 101+ items, you're pretty much locked out of your account/access to items
i'll happily buy the beige jacket you said felt equestrian to you!! please!!!! :)
I started this on April last year, i love it!!! but i pref the whering app :) and in more than 1y, i used 70% of my closet lmao so sad
most of my clothes are pink, because vs has decided to put pink linings in everything and so to have bras I have to wash pink clothes like every other week
I would be interested in seeing how you feel about this in another 6 months so we can see how you feel after a year
frame the garments you're proud of like people frame jerseys. or just hang them on the wall like art on a hanger lol
Super helpful thank you!
Didn't understand why the outfits didn't match the pictures in the last portion of the video, am I having a dumb moment? 😅
Each outfit worn was suggested in the app during the shot of the previous outfit. Also took me a while to figure out that each shot was current outfit with screenshot of next suggested outfit.
I love this App and I need it!