I’m a toddler minimalist — I’m fairly new to this formalized concept of living simply and I’m still learning what aspects I value most. But--space, budget, joy, context, and not overwhelmed = true. But once again, you have presented a red herring. There is only my cup, and it is always full. In the past you said 'minimalism is about not having anything excess beyond that which you need', and I said 'according to whom?'. Cause, I'll be honest, if I'm not working, I'm at home, [–]orthovoltage -1 points0 points1 point 3 years ago (1 child), [–]saint_abyssal -1 points0 points1 point 3 years ago (0 children), [–]rainbowkiss666 0 points1 point2 points 3 years ago (2 children). It's an antimaterialist trap. Remember that there's no rule against buying clothes per se in a minimalist set up--just a rule against having too many. It's not hard to look better dressed than your full suit (but poorly tailored/coordinated) wearing coworkers with a pair of well tailored black jeans + quality wool sweater + dressier leather boots. But you could be, because you don't need to follow the guide to a T. You'd just need one outfit for whatever single day events you can foresee, a few extras for gym, but the guide is obviously just the basics. One of us. I've got two pairs of Vans but I've never been able to squeeze my feet into anything Converse. Consequently, a person must first accept the authority of another to render moral judgement before they can accept the validity of that judgement. Yeah, most people don't own black tie attire. I mean, it's minimal... what's there to discuss? I urge you to consider your stance more carefully. But no where in that article did it ever say "have a minimalist wardrobe because you can't afford otherwise". This module is building upon Metcarfre's Build a Basic Wardrobe guide, which can be found here . A tech company would allow you to have probably the same clothing at work as off work. I don't see it ever happening. Plus, capitalism gradually fucking the majority over so a select few can live like kings and gods. I have some sports/fitness type clothing as well, but only really wear that in the gym or going for a run, so I consider it to be "outside" of my regular wardrobe, [–]Anaract 54 points55 points56 points 3 years ago (1 child). Do you see all the countries of the world who are wealthy and consumptive volunteering to restrict the growth of their economies for the world's benefit? The mark up for no apparent reason is insane. I think minimalism overlaps with healthy wardrobe practices, but it's not the only way to get there. And it isn't. No, there aren't. If I want different styles I need several pair of clothes for each. Along that continuum any two people may come to different conclusions as to whether the consumption is gratuitous. Press J to jump to the feed. Follow on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram. I fall into the later category. [–]Throwandhetookmyback 3 points4 points5 points 3 years ago (2 children). Both claim to be minimalists. This is not an argument that I made. [–]warpweftwatergate 0 points1 point2 points 3 years ago (2 children), Well done, Cham! They're wider than others, [–]SwedishHeat 2 points3 points4 points 3 years ago (0 children). Yup, my issue with this guide is that I feel like it's designed for young guys who don't know how to shop. How long did it take for you to get your wardrobe together, and do you still update it? Contradictory statement. 3 black crew necks 3 black V necks 1 pair of jeans 1 outfit for paintball 1 suit A couple jackets for different occasions. If this is the case, let me reply by quoting a country song: 'Everybody want to go to heaven, but nobody want to go right now'. Here are my top tips to help you evaluate the pieces in your closet that are actually … I feel like people who regularly spend money on clothes have an idea of what kind of style they want to explore, and minimalist wardrobes are usually for people who have no idea what kind of outfits to wear. Pinterest Facebook Twitter Reddit Tumblr LinkedIn. That they don't have to measure up to someone's idea of what is 'enough' or too much. [–][deleted] -2 points-1 points0 points 3 years ago* (2 children). It's not important that the definition include a clear 'this much is too much' idea. Or pants? Motivations as a differentiator don't help because they aren't mutually exclusive--I can be pleased with an item AND the message it sends. 6) Don't know how much I own, but it's way less than most people I know, but much more than other posters here. [–]CatsHaveWings 11 points12 points13 points 3 years ago (1 child), [–]_Shadow_Moses_ 3 points4 points5 points 3 years ago (0 children), [–]Zaveno 1 point2 points3 points 3 years ago (0 children), [–]_flash__ 15 points16 points17 points 3 years ago (0 children), [–]S_T_R_A_T_O_S 27 points28 points29 points 3 years ago (2 children), [–]italianbelgian 196 points197 points198 points 3 years ago (8 children). Unless one has very few required modes of dress, one will be asking items to perform duties they are not really intended for. I stated clearly that if it did exist, nobody would agree on what it is. A good place to start is with your closet. The essential minimalist is cued in to discovering precisely how much … We help people simplify their wardrobes for an easier life. By minimalistic he means that since he cannot afford many clothes, he has to pick items that are versatile and go well with each other - basically a very safe and perhaps boring wardrobe of neutral colors. You state, unequivocally, that because there is no clear distinction between deprivation and gratuitous consumption the latter doesn’t exist (or isn’t meaningful), while acknowledging the former. All I have now is 8 t-shirts, 8 boxers, 8 pairs of socks, a jacket, a pair of shoes and 2 pairs of pants. Rendered by PID 17434 on r2-app-087bf90265b316097 at 2021-02-03 12:32:19.982376+00:00 running 9987b60 country code: US. And if you start adding in all the other usecases that are separate, you don't end up with a capsule wardrobe. My only responsibility is to my own values, and having things is not a burden. Is that true though? they buy too many things they shouldn't because they don't have a framework/system. [–]warpweftwatergate 1 point2 points3 points 3 years ago (0 children), [–]flashcats 10 points11 points12 points 3 years ago (1 child). My mental events and experiences start and end with my life. In fact, I think that you're mostly stating things that are in line with what advocates of "minimalism" recommend, but you're casting a straw man position for them, and arguing against that. For focusing my wardrobe, I tried to figure out what I liked the most about the pieces that I wore all of the time. Hey I know this is an old thread, but it's a topic of interest for me, and apparently you too. (And really all that means i owning 6 dress shirts and 6 suits and you're pretty well covered. I feel this religion of minimalism doesn't apply to you if you have a serviceable wardrobe already, all your clothes get used every year, they all spark some joy, give adequate coverage of needed dress codes, you are within your budget, you aren't overwhelmed by your choices, and you have space for your clothes (and your partners). An issue they overlooked was the fact people buy clothes they don't entirely like. One of any kind of emotion. You can trade up as long as you get rid of the old stuff. [–]Microsoft_Billy 6 points7 points8 points 3 years ago (0 children). Trying to so hard to be unique isnt always good. [–]c0llusi0n 5 points6 points7 points 3 years ago (36 children). And that makes minimalism extrinsic rather than the intrinsic system it purports to be. Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement and Privacy Policy. I used to be a minimalist--but now I have roots, responsibilities, and contexts where it is expected I dress and behave appropriately. And there's nothing in the 'rules' which say they can't. I struggle to do a simple running stitch. 'Purging' happens repeatedly, as part of the process. Then I sort of incorporated this information into any shopping as I phased into a more focused/curated wardrobe. This is how I know as a prospective client whether I should listen to your advice. Some clothes go out of style, but some never do. I tried those pretty early on in my search and they were too narrow for my E's. If you don't enjoy receiving replies of that nature, don't give them to other people. Few if any purchases are going to end up being frivolous or wasteful, whether there are few or many purchases. I think we mean them oppositely to each other, and I'm not sure whether or not we agree. Stage 2 took a little more time for me. Transitioning from a revolving fast fashion closet to a minimalist wardrobe is a meaningful way to practice conscious living. Why not? My 5 plain t-shirts and 5 OCDB match all three pants. Pants and blouse based wardrobe? Do you really want to look like you are wearing the same clothes everyday? Behind-the-scenes: http://instagram.com/mattdavella More... ^Info | /u/manelpincel can ^delete | v2.0.0, Yes! [–]c0llusi0n 1 point2 points3 points 3 years ago (32 children). I will treat it the same as any other idea. In other words, if society wants to cast some kind of consumption in a negative light, it should start with its own consumption--the consumption of the 99% who are operating with a negative conception of value. So many people look like a complete mess. So, the free market’s trying to sell you minimalism. this topic is so beaten to death. But whether materialism is a good reason to exist has nothing to do with society’s judgements; this statement is a red herring. i layer for warmth and practicality. Rejecting materialism is not the exclusive purview of western philosophy. What's the ideal amount of stuff? But it's not possible to stop consuming and material goods wear out. ... help Reddit App Reddit coins Reddit premium Reddit gifts. A common definition of a minimal wardrobe around here is one that consists primarily of basics where almost everything can be worn with almost everything else - maximizing the number of outfits that can be made with a small amount of individual pieces. So if you are thinking about my lifestyle in the context of the average American, you shouldn't. There is no one answer to what qualifies as a minimalist wardrobe. And that’s after paring down significantly. The best thing is that you’ll remain strikingly […] I think the underlying ideas people might use to choose such a lifestyle are flawed. It gives me a very clear view of my closet. I'm 3E and wear these Pumas. i got rid of what i couldn't use. I actually saw this yesterday and it was super helpful. I stick to only 2-3 brands per type of item I mentioned, never more. In fact, I find that they provide a stabler platform for me to stand on. And how does it fit into your lifestyle? - WAYWT sorted by new (beginner friendly), Morning Dress (jacket, trousers, vest, tophat) 4, Harris Tweed Shooting Coat or Hacking Jacket 1, Sky blue spread collar button cuff shirt 1, Pink Bengal Stripe shirt with button cuffs 1, Calfskin Whiskey Balmoral Semi-Brogue boots 1, One outstandingly expensive item of your choice 1. I would probably add some mid-layers (sweaters or cardigans) and a topcoat or a parka for the coldest months of the year. Like I’ve already said (twice? After moving to the city I completely understand the appeal of capsule wardrobes since I'm always moving and no physical space for extra clothes. gratuitous constumption) doesn’t mean it does not exist at all; your argument is hopelessly entangled in a continuum fallacy, of which facts and figures of who spends what are irrelevant. You could have simply introduced the concept you intended to say without its regional DRM instead of admonishing me for not understanding it. One might love something more or be less joyful about something, but this is just a degree of the same base emotion. Etc. After scouring FMF/eBay/Grailed over the last couple months I finally have a small capsule of items that I'm proud of. I saw a presentation at MoMA about fashion which stated that in 1903, the average family spent 12% of its budget on apparel (source is Bureau of Labor Statistics) and 100 years later, only 3%. There are some different types of minimalist wardrobes, like scandinavian minimalism, but I will be going over the most basic minimalist wardrobe. and join one of thousands of communities. These look good in theory but IRL when I see people dressed like this it's obvious they're dressed by the internet/MFA. After all, the point of a minimalist wardrobe is to save you money. It's much easier to have a few nice things to care for than two hundred things to organize, wash, and store. Voila, it's a M I N I M A L I S T W A R D R O B E, [–]arturo_lemus 3 points4 points5 points 3 years ago (0 children), [–][deleted] 24 points25 points26 points 3 years ago (0 children). Three long sleeve button up shirts, One pair of Dress shoes, I'm sorry, I get the value of high quality clothing, but $800 for 2 pieces is just ridiculous. And the world as a whole doesn't agree about anything. A lot of this depends on your job and the wardrobe expectations associated with it. So, I wear white dress shirts, conservative neckties, blue suits and tassel loafers at work. I'm not sure if Brooks Brothers carries their own brand of white sneakers, but I used to pair them with black denim and it looked great, [–]G_atlanticus 0 points1 point2 points 3 years ago (0 children). Eastern thought has much to say about this. There is no 'passion of our lives'. You keep getting hung up on the fact that I’m “wasting clothes” because I’m “poor” and am “throwing away” perfectly fine clothes. Basically anything that directly touches skin gets washed after one wear). Most of my clothes are curated with comfort and practicality. There is no raison d'etre. So when they come across in their closet, they're hesitant to wear it. There such little personality to these articles. Tops for a Work Capsule Wardrobe. I like fashion, I like clothes and my skills are not up to my standards when it comes to making them. I see minimalism as an aesthetic, and an overreaction to conspicuous consumption. According to Clutter Healing founder Lili Pettit, you don’t have to dramatically gut your entire closet in order to achieve sartorial simplicity. I've got 4 tshirts, two collared shirts, two pairs of jeans, some gym clothes, two pairs of sneakers, a sweatshirt, a raincoat, two swimsuits, and a jacket. My job is super weird from a wardrobe perspective in that I will reasonably wear a full suit and then much more casual attire in the same day (not ideal for minimalism) but to help in this, i wear a white oxford shirt (I have 8 of them) and slacks just about every day. Anti-materialism is not about deprivation, just like communism is not about sharing your toothbrush. I’ll purge things and make notes of what I might add that’ll work better for me and my style as I refine it. i made a uniform out of what was on hand. And an essay reflecting on learning to dress better. A cognitive dissonance. Most of us accept that as a default lifestyle goal, and the temporary rush of acquisition often fades to boredom, buyer's remorse, and burdensome clutter. 2 pairs of shoes (1 minimal white sneakers, 1 dressy leather boots) Minimal white sneakers have become a staple in the modern man’s wardrobe. None of this is possible for women really. Yeah, button ups are pretty conventional, but I feel like having them fitted to my perfect size and all the other beautiful leather shoes really add some personality when the occasion isn't formal enough for a tie or cold enough for a blazer. I’m also in this part of my minimalism journey! The antimaterialist lie that material reality is 'bad' and can be overcome. I don't actually want a minimal wardrobe, but starting off with a fundamental wardrobe seems like a great idea for beginners. Why would I keep a shirt I hate? I see a lot of mucking about with words but very little meaning attributable to them. [–][deleted] 0 points1 point2 points 3 years ago (0 children). There's no advice for a one-size-fits-all number, and no condemnation for exceeding such a number. It's about owning and doing the right things, things that add value. [–]up48 28 points29 points30 points 3 years ago (17 children). But really, this is another materialist trap. The color combinations are off, nothing is cohesive, my pants are 2 sizes too large in the waist, and I just need to try something new. Get a couple of basic clothes that all match, and just wear them. 15. This is another key indicator that your minimalism is distancing itself from an objective minimum and embracing a subjective certification 'I have exactly the things I want'. If you're in the tiny fraction of the population that does, maybe you'll have to factor that into your minimalist wardrobe. It's basically just common sense. But minimalism as an idea seems to me to be entirely misguided. I don't. Instead of storing seasonal clothes away, I have them all together. In a non-minimalist wardrobe, when the need arises for specialist modes of attire, you can go out and buy the stuff without worrying about accruing too many pieces. However, I’m a foster mom/stay at home mom. 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