WHO ELSE HAS BOUGHT A NEW TOP BECAUSE YOU “LOVED IT SO MUCH” THEN MONTHS LATER IT STILL HASN’T BEEN WORN?
We’ve all been there! There has been a time in our life we’ve walked in our closet looking for something to wear only to be reminded of the items we purchased but still haven’t worn, tags still attached and all.
When we make impulse purchases we end up with a closet of one offs that we only have one other item to wear with it, if even that.
When we make impulse purchases we end up with a closet full of clothes yet still have NOTHING to wear. WHY are we like this?!
In 2013, after losing 20lbs, purging 90% of my closet and only having a clothing budget of $150 a month I was in desperate need of a high functioning wardrobe. That is when, why and how I created my #1 shopping rule, The Rule of 5.
I knew in order to still buy quality pieces I loved I was going to have to get creative (and disciplined) and that’s exactly what I did. Every single purchase I made for the following year was well thought out and 100% intentional. I had no room for impulse purchases, the function of my wardrobe couldn’t afford it.
I bet you don’t like throwing your money away, do you?
We all deserve to hit our financial goals (and best wardrobes) and a great starting point is to become more intentional with what we spend our money on.
I want you to be great in everything you do so I wrote a 24 page book to fully share The Rule of 5 with you. There’s even worksheets for you to brainstorm your goal wardrobe!
Just enter your email below for your FREE Rule of 5 guide to get started on your best wardrobe yet!
I have wanted a pair of oversized camo pants for years, literally years. I found a pair at Urban Outfitters maybe last Winter but was not in the mood to spend $70 for them. Over the Summer I was at a curated vintage/thrift store meaning, everything is used but with a higher price tag. At this thrift store I saw authentic military camo pants, I think they were around $30. I still didn’t purchase them.
Fast forward to Black Friday and Urban Outfitters had 20% off so I went in found a pair I loved and made the purchase. I didn’t go back to the thrift store because it is rather inconvenient, I was cool spending the extra money for convenience. While shopping in store that’s when I realized the camo pants UO sells is literally used (authentic) military pants. Once I realized this I took myself back to UO and returned my $60 pair of used pants.
I was pretty confident I’ve seen military pants at the legit everything is $5 thrift store so I made the drive to the real thrift store. Because God is Good *all the time* they had the full set pants and jacket in my size for $10 ish. These pants have been a go-to this season. I love pairing them with a black turtleneck or cream sweater and white sneakers or mini Ugg boots.
What I have learned/started to do is when I’m unsure of an item, specifically a trendy item, a great starting point is the thrift store. Most items are around $5, big ticket items are rarely over $25. It’s a great way to play with a trend to see if it’s for you before dropping $$. It’s also really great for the environment so you can feel good about that too!
Recent thrifted items I’ve bought and loved include …
BODYSUIT: this was a gifted item from YUMMIE and let me say, it’s a good one! Yummie is a shapewear line so the waist is shapewear-ish, it holds you in and smooths you out like a shaper. It is a full butt bodysuit, and does run snug. The struggle to get this over my shoulders is always real.
CAMO MILITARY PANTS: I sized up for an oversized look, however, keep in mind each pair is a different size and length. Each pant is sized in men’s sizing meaning 29 x 29, that’s the waist x length. Each pair has a different length based on the previous owners height. I don’t know the actual size of these pants but I do know UO would size these as a Large. Normally I wear a Medium.
BOOTIES: The pair I’m wearing are old aka sold out. The pair I linked would be better for me to wear. While mine are walkable, the pair I linked has a lug sole so the heel is actually shorter and the rubber makes them more walkable and comfortable. I don’t need another pair so I linked them for you instead of buying them.
This specific coat I’m wearing is two years old from Member’s Only. It was a gifted item when I worked with them on a video for Instagram. Probably one of my most worn gifted item from a brand.
This coat is my absolute favorite thrifted item, it’s a vintage wool coat from the 80’s, maybe 90’s. I’ve gone to the thrift store numerous times this season in hopes to find another gem but haven’t had any luck.
If I love one article or style of clothing hands down it is a sweatsuit, sweatshirt or sweatpants. I love a sweat anything so I thought it was only right I pulled my favorites of my Fall Winter Sweatsuit Collection. Not all pieces are sweats some are knits, some are velvet but it’s all the same.
WHO ELSE HAS BOUGHT A NEW TOP BECAUSE YOU “LOVED IT SO MUCH” THEN MONTHS LATER IT STILL HASN’T BEEN WORN?
We’ve all been there! There has been a time in our life we’ve walked in our closet looking for something to wear only to be reminded of the items we purchased but still haven’t worn, tags still attached and all.
When we make impulse purchases we end up with a closet of one offs that we only have one other item to wear with it, if even that.
When we make impulse purchases we end up with a closet full of clothes yet still have NOTHING to wear. WHY are we like this?!
In 2013, after losing 20lbs, purging 90% of my closet and only having a clothing budget of $150 a month I was in desperate need of a high functioning wardrobe. That is when, why and how I created my #1 shopping rule, The Rule of 5.
I knew in order to still buy quality pieces I loved I was going to have to get creative (and disciplined) and that’s exactly what I did. Every single purchase I made for the following year was well thought out and 100% intentional. I had no room for impulse purchases, the function of my wardrobe couldn’t afford it.
I bet you don’t like throwing your money away, do you?
We all deserve to hit our financial goals (and best wardrobes) and a great starting point is to become more intentional with what we spend our money on.
I want you to be great in everything you do so I wrote a 24 page book to fully share The Rule of 5 with you. There’s even worksheets for you to brainstorm your goal wardrobe!
Just enter your email below for your FREE Rule of 5 guide to get started on your best wardrobe yet!
Sweater: One of my favorite purchases this season, wool blend sweater with a split fold over turtleneck. I ordered a size up for a oversized look and to help cover the bum.
Leggings: F/W must haves, I bought a size up. I am in between sizes though.
LOOK 2
Bodysuit: c/o Yummie this season. I went up a size.
Leggings: F/W must haves, I bought a size up. I am in between sizes though.
Poncho: 5 years old from C. Wonder
LOOK 3
Sweater Dress: This is a new purchase I made earlier this season. I bought my TTS and it fits great. There were a few other color options
Similar Vest: My vest is 5+ years old from Old Navy.
LOOK 4
Current Hoodie: My hoodie is from the 8th grade, it’s true vintage at 20+ years old. I’m so proud of it and all it’s holes from distressing and the few bleach marks on the pocket from when I was cleaning the kitchen 15 years ago.
Similar Jeans: These are 2 years old from Madewell, Madewell denim does live up to the hype. I recommend splurging if you haven’t tried them yet.
LOOK 5
Turtleneck SS: Hashtag. Purchase. One of my favorite and most affordable purchases this season at only $25. Is it a sweatshirt, is it a proper sweater? It’s lowkey both!
Joggers: I bought my TTS, they are made to be oversized. I wear this proper makeshift sweatsuit once a week, it’s so cozy and warm. The turtleneck makes it chic.
