10 Piece MINIMALIST Winter Capsule Wardrobe (that's ACTUALLY realistic!!)

Рет қаралды 93,406

Күн бұрын

I love a good 30-day challenge, and so I decided to challenge myself to build a capsule wardrobe of only 10 items to wear for one month. Today I'm sharing the rules that I set, ideas to build a minimalist wardrobe, and lessons that I learned during this extreme minimalist wardrobe challenge. Sticking to a 10-item wardrobe definitely has its pros and cons, and we'll dive into that as well! Peek into my minimalist closet and see what's left inside. :)
► 🌟 JOIN OUR FAMILY:
» KZfaq: kzfaq.info?...
» INSTAGRAM: / atozenlife
» BLOG: atozenlife.com/
» FACEBOOK: / atozenlife
► 📋 FREE 10-PAGE DECLUTTERING CHECKLIST:
» atozenlife.com/free-declutter...
__________
► 🌱 10-STEP MINIMALIST WARDROBE GUIDE:
» atozenlife.com/minimalist-war...
► 🍿 RELATED VIDEOS:
» Decluttering My ENTIRE Wardrobe: • Decluttering My ENTIRE...
» 10 Clothing Items You DO NOT Need to Own: • 10 Clothing Items You ...
» Minimalist Summer Wardrobe (23 Items, 50 Outfits): • 23 Pieces, Over 50 Out...
__________
***Marissa's sizing:
- Height = 5'6"
- Weight = 130 lbs
► 🐻 FUZZY THERMAL PANTS (*life-changing*)
» amzn.to/3XA3NWG
► 👕 SECONDHAND CLOTHING ITEMS:
» Denim pinafore dress: ebay.us/rsLPM9
» Beige H&M linen dress: ebay.us/GA76e7
» H&M linen paper bag waist skirt: ebay.us/UVwzrn
► 🌸 NEW CLOTHING ITEMS:
» Wide-leg linen pants (olive green; size "M"): shrsl.com/3kqfd
» Blue linen wrap dress (sea green; size "XS"): shrsl.com/3kqff
» Oversized linen cardigan (desert sage; size "XS/S"): shrsl.com/3kqfg
» Linen pants with elastic waist (desert sage; size "S/M"): shrsl.com/3kqfi
» Boho linen maxi dress (white & beige stripes, vertical; size "XS"): shrsl.com/3kqfl
» Ruffle linen wrap skirt (ashes of rose pink; size "XS"): shrsl.com/3kqfm
» Sketchers sandals: amzn.to/3T7b9y4
__________
► FAVORITE DECLUTTER + ORGANIZE STUFF:
👟 Shoeboxes - free :)
🥛 Empty glass jars - free :)
👕 Velvet hangers - amzn.to/2SWvxEH
🧦 Fabric storage boxes (folding): amzn.to/36p7PIe
🎋 Bamboo drawer dividers - amzn.to/2SFwgLl
📝 Paper shredder: amzn.to/32uuNeR
► FAVORITE KZfaq TOOLS:
» Camera: amzn.to/2TLIg0J
» Vlogging lens: amzn.to/3zDIpDW
» Bokeh lens: amzn.to/2SHHEt3
» Vlog tripod: amzn.to/3vxfzSJ
» My tripod: amzn.to/2SIaMjS
» Music: www.epidemicsound.com/referra...
» TubeBuddy: www.tubebuddy.com/squirrelsof...
__________
ABOUT A TO ZEN LIFE
Along my journey to let go of 30 years of clutter, I accidentally became a minimalist, and it was life-changing.
Before, I was an emotional hoarder with nothing but the clutter from lost loved ones - and $25,000 of debt - to my name. Now I have a beautiful home in Europe, a happy family, live debt-free, and - best of all - wake up to a life that I’m EXCITED to live every day.
My mission is to help you conquer your clutter and simplify YOUR way to a happier and better life. HERE'S OUR STORY: atozenlife.com/about-a-to-zen...
__________
NOTE: This description may contain affiliate links; these links allow you to find the items mentioned in this video at no additional cost to yourself. While this channel may earn a small amount when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links.
#minimalism #declutter #minimalist

Пікірлер: 221

@AtoZenLife Жыл бұрын

Behold, the pants that keep my old bones warm and save me $200 a month on heating: amzn.to/3GOe1Ni 😅 Please like the video + comment with YOUR favorite wardrobe item here!

@crystalucinda Жыл бұрын

My favorite wardrobe item is your army green coat 💚 I'm so envious of it every time I see it. 😆It's really great 🌻

@crystalucinda Жыл бұрын

I love that long hoodie tunic too 💕🌻

@ChristysChannelYall Жыл бұрын

I love your Pink Floyd T-shirt! My Def Leppard one is a wardrobe staple 😊

@kilgoretrout1402 Жыл бұрын

I’m from Ukraine and when the war started in February I left my home with 10 items of clothing. I was good to go for 3 months until I returned home 👌 I was also pregnant at the time, and it turned out you can totally go without special maternity clothes as long as you have oversized pieces in your wardrobe 😊

@mistyrosy3973 Жыл бұрын

Best wishes to you and your family!!!

@tatyb.7238 Жыл бұрын

Kilgore Trout. Se non la ritieni una domanda poco delicata se così mi scuso in anticipo, posso chiederti che tipo di capi erano questi 10 capi nel dettaglio? Mi piacerebbe sapere cosa hai portato in una situazione di estrema necessità come quella che hai vissuto. Ne approfitto per farti sentire la mia vicinanza alla tua famiglia e a tutto il tuo popolo che continua a soffrire a causa di una delle tante guerre assurde.❤️

@Ry_ooK Жыл бұрын

How is the baby? 💗

@jirawansan Жыл бұрын

May the Lord bring peace back to your country

@kilgoretrout1402 Жыл бұрын

@@Ry_ooK so sweet of you to ask 😊 she’s doing great! My husband and I are doing everything to not let war affect her in any way

@brifren2 Жыл бұрын

I'm French and my best allies against low temperatures and cold weather are thermals and warm knitwear and socks. The best of all: handmade knitwear! My mum knitted some beautiful woolen sweaters and cardigans for me in the 90s, they were perfect even for skiing and snowstorms in the Alps... and sadly I no longer have my mum, but still have a few of her precious creations, still in amazing condition. I wear them at home during the coldest months which helps us so much in lowering the heating bill and using less resources.

@RexySmith Жыл бұрын

Wool and natural fibers are so underated to keep warm. I grew up in Quebec and I feel like where I live now no one take advantage of LAYERS enough . It's amazing that you still have you mom's wonderful knits to keep you warm , such a precious gift😌❤️

@mikelobrien Жыл бұрын

Aside from the "stinky clothes" comment, I agree with everything you said. It's really quite easy to wear a capsule wardrobe for 30 days. Just ask any traveler.

@kimcarrots Жыл бұрын

I forget to add that I'm so pleased you are bringing your voice to the minimalism movement. So many KZfaqrs capsule wardrobes are crazy expensive! I'm a minimalist and like you, I like to be frugal. Please keep making videos!

@lokicooper4690 Жыл бұрын

Yeah, I’ve looked at the links some have provided for a few pieces I liked by a few of them, but, Wow!, I’m not spending $300 on a top.

@Hi_Im_Akward Жыл бұрын

I notice that I'm more prone to buying clothes more than anything else in my home. I don't have an extreme amount but definitely not a minimalist amount either. I just went through my closet the other day and decluttered some things because I went shopping for clothes for my new job. I realized I have enough to clothe me for about 2 weeks not including special event kind of clothes (I have 3 dresses I wear to clubs, weddings etc). But the other big thing I've realized is a very large portion of my life has been wanting for clothes that I like and fit well on me. I just didn't have the money, and my abusive ex denied me the option. For now I consider having the amount of clothes I do to be a radical act of self care and self love. I enjoy my clothes and use all of them. Maybe some day I will feel differently and want to get things down to a more minimalistic point. For now I'm happy decluttering other parts of my home. It's funny how much your channel helps me and in a lot of ways helps me reflect on the source of the reasons for behaviors and thought patterns. I appreciate you so much and I appreciate you putting your story out there into the world. 💚

@jennie9 Жыл бұрын

I'm glad you're taking care of yourself and loving what you've got. I don't think you have an excessive amount of clothes. From what I see with my friends, family, and coworkers, two weeks worth of clothes is less than what most people have. I used to have more but I pared my wardrobe down to about the same amount as you by rotating through them equally. I hang almost everything, so I wear items from one end of the rod (or section of the rod) and put clean ones at the other end. If I skip over the first one twice in a row, I know I have to make a decision about that item. Maybe I just need to store it in a different spot because it's out of season or special occasion clothing. Maybe I don't like it as much anymore and I can donate it. Maybe I need to mend it. Basically, it keeps me in tune with what I have and my changing tastes over time and gives me a functional wardrobe that I love.

@wendyduncan9084 3 ай бұрын

Congratulations on beginning the journey to health. Having clothes that help you makes every single day easier. What is your favorite color for this healing?

@crystalucinda Жыл бұрын

I started studying minimalist & utilitarian lifestyles in or before 2010. I could never quite implement them into my life, no matter what I tried. I swear it wasn't until I stumbled upon one of your videos. I'm forever grateful for your videos. 🥰 I'm not right where I want to be with my minimalist lifestyle but I'm leaps & bounds ahead of where I was & probably would be without these videos. 🙏🏼 Namaste from Kansas, USA.. the sunflower state 🌻

@arlenekeith6235 Жыл бұрын

My wardrobe is my last downsizing area and the most difficult. A closet full of clothes and nothing to wear. Thank you for your wisdom and guidance !

@AtoZenLife Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

@carolgeorge6409 Жыл бұрын

I can so relate to “so many clothes and nothing to wear

@LorreneRomanic Жыл бұрын

Last winter (November - February) I did a 100 day dress challenge wearing a black Merino wool dress from Wool&. You're right - no one notices. 🤣 This month, I'm doing a different challenge called "Dressember" where I'll wear a dress every day (with leggings underneath since it's cold in PA!) to raise awareness and funds to end human trafficking & help survivors ❤ I only own 8 dresses at the moment, so I'll be rotating through them for the whole month. 2 of the dresses are merino wool, which doesn't need to be laundered as often and doesn't get stinky as often. Totally worth the price to me.

@sarahsavesit Жыл бұрын

And seeing you pull the scale out of the bathroom cabinet just changed my life... Thank you for once again being a constant inspiration for me and my goals as a mother/wife/homemaker!

@BritzHerz Жыл бұрын

this video is so aesthetic in my opinion! I am starting to become more mindful about my clothing, my outfits and about spending money on clothes. I am not sure I'd be up to a challenge like only wearing 10 pieces but I really liked the outfits you put together. Practical and in nice colours.

@AtoZenLife Жыл бұрын

Thanks for saying so! Wishing you luck as you find the right balance for yourself 🙌

@ellenhawkins128 Жыл бұрын

I wear a criss-cross apron as well. Not only does it keep your clothes clean longer, it’s part of my getting-down-to-work in the kitchen uniform. I also use oversized men’s white v-neck tees.

@EricaLucasLoves Жыл бұрын

I love how you noted the extra from this experiment. The weight loss and the less stress stuck out to me!

@AtoZenLife Жыл бұрын

And that was just from cutting clothes a bit! 😱 Sure is interesting…

@horyukinen Жыл бұрын

I have one thing per day times 2 so everyday I use fresh clothing and I do one laundry per week and a cycle 2 sets. That ends up being 14 socks and underwear, 14 shirts, around half is long sleeve. Now pants is different, you can get away with using the same ones for longer depending on the use. I have 4 and I use 3 per week and one while y wash the rest and cycle those in a month. Then 2 hoddies, 2 sweaters and 1 jacket. This is a system that just works and I don't waste time thinking and things are clean. Just thing of cycling sets and you will find the sweet spot between functionality, cleanliness and minimalism.

@janisstrohl5712 Жыл бұрын

A great wardrobe for working at home and thank you for remembering that hobbies and workplace clothes would be in addition to the 10 piece rule. 🌷

@faithhomeschool2789 Жыл бұрын

I absolutely loved having 33 pieces as a stay at home mom. All neutral tones matched with denim. Fast fast forward 4 years got a job now I have take pull out office clothes so I added 15 pieces. Love your videos.

@Woeschhuesli Жыл бұрын

A number of years ago, there were quite a few people doing the 6-item wardrobe challenge and it was quite the eye-opener... I once did the 7-item wardrobe challenge for 6 weeks around March in central Europe and it worked great for me and for all occasions (I had to attend both a birthday and a funeral) without it being an "all black" wardrobe, I should do that again as a palette cleanser. I did not include outerwear or tights and shoes, I have to say (long and short-sleeved tops, jeans, cardigan, tunic). I really need colour in my life, even if it's muted... yours is a great wardrobe, Marissa!!

@kikiuniki3406 9 ай бұрын

When I had to pack a quick gobag for a wildfire evacuation this year, I found that I very quickly picked my two favorite outfits, and noted later that I actually could have been just fine with just that stuff alone. Two outfits each for my kids might not have gone so well, but definitely planning to try a version of this out when we move!

@catharinab8860 Жыл бұрын

This was a fun challenge to watch. Love that you’re keeping it real!

@Michelle-by9fp Жыл бұрын

I fiest learned about lifestyle minimalist on KZfaq and I'm glad I did because if I would have learned about the other kind I would have NEVER tried it

@sallydansereau1270 Жыл бұрын

My pared down wardrobe isn’t 10 items, but closer to your regular wardrobe. It has been the best thing I have done in my decluttering journey. I live in a cold climate too so need flexible options for extremes. I love your videos and your style. That big hoodie looks amazing! I need to find one of those and switch it out for an old hoodie.

@isabelle8976 Жыл бұрын

I absolutely love it! ❤

@amberwalcott5220 Жыл бұрын

This is a great idea to try! Love your videos!

@AtoZenLife Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, Amber ☺️

@renabale1541 Жыл бұрын

Spotlight effect. So true. I often wear the same outfit to work a couple times per week. Nobody notices and nobody cares lol. Kinda like my self made uniform!

@AtoZenLife Жыл бұрын

Yes! 🙌

@snoflakesonmyhat Жыл бұрын

This is now the third day this week that I have worn the same gray dress 😆but with a different cardigan to mix things up.

@ruthmalcolm3028 Жыл бұрын

Really helpful thank you!! You can actually end up with plenty of different looks.

@epicfaye Жыл бұрын

You are so inspiring, I always look forward to your new videos. 😊 I'm a SAHM too, watching your channel helps me set my mindset and motivation on being more minimalist (without being overly pressured).

@laurenmanley4616 Жыл бұрын

Favorite wardrobe item...🤯 that's a tough one! It's cold here too, so I have to say I'm loving my silk Thermals! Cozy but thin. Yay

@TheChance222222 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much , this has always been a dream of mine to have a minimal 10 piece wardrobe Sensible choices designed to be warm , practical and happy. I have just reduced my colour palette to 3 colours. A light neutral, dark neutral and colour. Contrast colours from the colour wheel and neutrals welcome.❤️♥️

@wild_cub_times 4 ай бұрын

I just realized that I can wear whatever and make it dark/alt by just adding dark af makeup :3 So I don't have to worry about the clothes as long as I have black makeup. thanks for this video! I want to physically feel good in my clothes while also looking good, and that's getting super hard these days with fast fashion when thrifting,

@nadikaperera9590 Жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed this relatable approach to a capsule wardrobe. I have a toddler, two cats and work from home and it is not realistic to own only white and black shirts. I started having a capsule wardrobe when I was pregnant and then after labour, because I only had 10 things that would fit my body. It’s so much easier to get ready.

@danyvorphal Жыл бұрын

I had to do an “obligated” capsule wardrobe: im working 5 month in Antarctica, and I could only bring 1 large bag and 2 boxes, for winter clothes and snacks. Been doing great so far. I think I will survive. The best thing, is everything goes with everything

@AtoZenLife Жыл бұрын

Oh my goodness! That’s amazing, what kind of work do you do?

@danyvorphal Жыл бұрын

@@AtoZenLife I’m an army doctor ☺️

@happytofu5 Жыл бұрын

I am curious: what did you pack? Clothes as well as snacks. I'd probably go for less clothes and more snacks, haha!

@danyvorphal Жыл бұрын

@@happytofu5 well… I didn’t know how good the food was going to be, so I packed canned green beans and asparagus, apple sauce, almonds, oats and honey. I also packed chocolate, Nutella, Diet Coke, my favorite coffee beans, a camping coffee brewer, creamer, my favorite tea and cookies 🐷. That’s the food I brought sheets, a pillow, a medicine kit, a thermos, coffee mug, a lot of sunscreen, laptop, a small speaker, some books, mountain boots, my snow gear, comfy clothes, crocs and my cross stitch project… and obviously underwear and personal hygiene stuff. It feels like a lot… but if I need something, I can’t buy it anywhere

@meisjeViv Жыл бұрын

@@danyvorphal sounds like a good opportunity to think about what really is essential for you!

@cindyboyd2930 Жыл бұрын

Neat challenge! Thanks for the fleece lined pants idea- I need those!

@AtoZenLife Жыл бұрын

They are so good!

@Es24688 Жыл бұрын

I want my wardrobe to be modest, functional, and feminine. As a taller woman, it’s already a little harder to find pieces that look just right (it doesn’t help that I’m slightly fashion challenged haha). I’ve been slow going sorting down to just what I want to keep.

@rosie52111 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the inspiration 😁

@ericarogerslee7169 Жыл бұрын

I think I may try a version of this through the end of the year. I have a 3yo and 9 mo old, so I can go through 10 pieces of clothing in a day. 🤣🙈 But maybe like 15 or 20 could be a good range? It would totally alleviate an element of inventory management and and stress through the holidays! Also, I love your wfh mom style!! Totally relatable and cute!

@ericarogerslee7169 Жыл бұрын

Edit: I WILL do a version of this. #growthmindset

@AtoZenLife Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, YES, do it and customize however you like! 😆👍

@kathleenbolanos Жыл бұрын

This was a fun one!!

@SilviaN1 Жыл бұрын

I just love your videos 🥰

@jessicabauer7958 10 ай бұрын

5:52 is so japanese streetwear, it mades me feel like u got THE key to style c:

@luna7453 Жыл бұрын

Hi :) cool experience :) I had a quite extreme capsule wardrobe during building works at home, for convenience, i felt it liberating relaxing but after 2 months, was so happy to find back more variety to be honest :) and more aware of what i totally no more, so helped me to declutter a bit but was already quite minimalist. so just helping me to realise what i really love :) it is a nice experience to realise what we really like in fact :)

@anaalves3658 Жыл бұрын

It's like going on holiday, you pack just a few of your favourite things and use them for the whole trip, yes you will repeat outfits, but if you are happy and comfortable in them who cares.

@bunny0742 Жыл бұрын

love this perspective

@ShoppingwithRina Жыл бұрын

i love this idea

@PovertyPear Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the idea, i am going to live extreme minimalistic life until the new year. It will hopefully end in an easier purge before we move out to something unknown. My goal is to be minimalistic again. 8 years ago we lived like backpacking nomads in brazil and I miss the freedom of not be destracted by stuff

@sharonshmuel3386 Жыл бұрын

Loved this ❤ interesting the pros & cons. It is far too restrictive for me as I live in a very hot climate ❤

@LP-tu8li Жыл бұрын

I have noticed the Pink Floyd tshirt a lot! 😉And the pale green wardrobe elements.

@AtoZenLife Жыл бұрын

Yes, it’s my favorite shirt and I’m big on greens and blues. ❤️

@whatyouseeisjustillusions5842 Жыл бұрын

Great video! I went extreme minimalist with my wardrobe last year and I really enjoyed it but my main pieces of clothing were 3 dresses that I rotated, they are all 100% linen and I wore them out (as in made holes and rubbed the fabric thin and transparent) very quickly. I did mend them by using the Sashiko method which made it really fun, but I was disappointed how the dresses didn’t last long and Im way to frugal to let them go and buy new ones. 100% linen dresses are expensive in option.

@kristinataddei8138 Жыл бұрын

Love those jeans!!!....they remind me of the ones I use to wear when I was a teenager.....sooo comfortable compared to low-rise skinny jeans of today!!!.... ..

@AtoZenLife Жыл бұрын

Super cozy!

@trulyasun Жыл бұрын

I also live in a drafty 100-yr old apartment in Europe and I'm really surprised you don't wear a thermal long-sleeved shirt! The short sleeves + hoodie seems so cold to me! That is basically my capsule wardrobe, 4 long-sleeved thermal shirts, 2 pairs of jeans & 1 wool zippered cardigan 😊

@elizabethwright4784 Жыл бұрын

Not enough tops. I wouldn't travel for a week without 10-12 top. Nice presentation with lots of good info!

@belle6219 Жыл бұрын

Spraying the armpits and crotches of your clothes with a bio-enzymatic pet stain/odor remover before washing them completely eliminates any lingering odor. Ten is too few for me because of the need for frequent washing and lack of variety. I have 30-35 highly curated items total, including coats, pyjamas, and all seasons in a region that fluctuates between -20F to 95F. I feel like I have a lot of clothes and don't feel like I wear the same thing all the time at all. I love the spaciousness and order in my closet and simplicity of getting dressed.

@AtoZenLife Жыл бұрын

What an interesting tip! Thanks for sharing your thoughts and experience 🙏

@carolgeorge6409 Жыл бұрын

I think I will lean toward the 30-35 items also as We can have hot then cold weather during early winter and spring

@carolgeorge6409 Жыл бұрын

I do better really with layering and seems to cause me to need more clothes

@LapisLazuli155 Жыл бұрын

You can also use cheap vodka in the same way. Old theater trick- the alcohol kills odor and evaporates. Try a test spot on delicate fabrics, but we used it to refresh costumes that were not able to be washed - like 17th century gowns, dublets, etc. If you have a box fan, you can set it up to blow on your drying rack and it will decrease your drying time and prevent mustiness.

@nikkip8272 Жыл бұрын

Practical YESSS!!!!!!!!!

@anitadenijs4300 Жыл бұрын

I love how you love your Pink Floyd shirt ;) As a PF-fan I notice it pops up a lot in your videos......

@luna7453 Жыл бұрын

we have the same need of caring electricity ressources in france too.. so we low a bit the temperature too and cover us more than usual too :) so good warm clothes are ideal :) and for the planet :)

@snoflakesonmyhat Жыл бұрын

I love your realism when it comes to your wardrobe. Thank you for representing the "normies" out here who dress in odds and ends (no offense meant in that expression!) and might not always be at the peak of fashion (also no offense meant in that phrase!). It's very refreshing. I would love to pare down my wardrobe this way, but the reality is that I do need more clothes for about three different parts of my life (work, church, and home, though some of these overlap). I have tried to pare down as much as possible to make the getting-ready process as stress-free as possible, but I also like to keep pieces that I still love and that are still in good condition, and not necessarily declutter just to reach a certain number of items, which means that I have a larger wardrobe than what would typically be called "minimalist." Thanks for mentioning the fact that not everybody's lifestyle can accommodate such a wardrobe, but it was a fun video to watch!

@yn6591 Жыл бұрын

The same here as a stay at home mom in Germany! LG 🤗

@LapisLazuli155 Жыл бұрын

We keep our house at 60 degrees Fahrenheit at night, and 62 during the day, and use a small space heater to heat the room we are in. I have an electric blanket and that really helps at night, and hot tea is a real winner for warming up during the day.

@nida1990 Жыл бұрын

I am totally doing this idea but I think I am going to aim for around 30ish items! Create 10-14 outfits for work and the rest I mostly live in my same two PJs 😂

@AtoZenLife Жыл бұрын

Relatable! 😆

@bismyno1 Жыл бұрын

Very interesting video. For years I have dressed in the same clothes , like a uniform. I wear black trousers and a long sleeve black top. Now I have 7 of each item so that’s 14 in total. I also own 3 jumpers for when it’s cold. Colour has always made me feel awkward and I feel comfortable and safe in black. Looks weird when put down in writing but it works for me.

@TRuth.T Жыл бұрын

Thanks, for sharing. Your wardrobe looks comfortable :) Our gas is $2.59 a gallon here in WI.

@charlottebecker2997 Жыл бұрын

In German there is a sayer, that goes like: "Leave the church in the village.' That's what I had to think about, when you called yourself a practical minimalist. I find that so likeable.

@katiegleaves3792 Жыл бұрын

wow, this is an interesting challenge. I appreciate your insights, practical approach, and inclusion of "exceptions" like lifestyle or activities specific to the person (cold climate, parent/crawling around on the floor with kids or pets, hobbies, etc). I would like to ask about that dress you show with the 4 pictures that the 'algorithm' thought was too repetitive. lol. I've been looking for something similar to add to my wardrobe (long-ish, knit, with elbow-length sleeves, mid neckline, possibly a-line/flared (not body-con) and a dark neutral color with the subtle pattern) as think it could replace 3 or 4 other dresses that aren't quite cutting it for me on their own.

@AtoZenLife Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for watching! I wish I could help because I ADORE this dress…but it’s a 10 year old maternity dress from Old Navy. 😅 I tried searching secondhand but couldn’t find anything close. Good luck with your search!

@user-hl7bf9ed1p 5 ай бұрын

I couldn't do ten items but I like the idea of 2 decent outdoors outfits 6 items 4 indoor round the house outfits takes it to 18 And a black dress in case of funerals A form dress for weddings And a night out dress (party time) 21 per season Not including undies tights bags and shoes things like winter hat gloves scarfs and sunglasses and Sundays I dont work as I have mobility issues but for me this seems very achievable and would mean I had the ability to wash and dry items and be suitable for any occasion

@sarahmarina2 Жыл бұрын

I finally got down to the 33 item wardrobe and now can not stop thinking how even less would be better! Coincidentally I just ordered 2 pairs of lined pants as well but they will be ‘one in one outed’ with current pants. I’m trying the lined jeans…Canadian urban pedestrian mom so hoping to be less freezing to and from school etc 🤞🏻 Thanks for sharing this experiment!

@sarahmarina2 Жыл бұрын

Oh also wanted to mention my ‘minimalist mom style’ is the same as yours! You are not alone!

@AtoZenLife Жыл бұрын

Fingers crossed 🤞 and love your style 😉

@kattrinaj6575 Жыл бұрын

Love your channel. I often admire your floors. Is this one pine? Gorgeous.🕊♥😁

@kayjays7267 Жыл бұрын

Very Nice for me I would struggle with the lack of variety, but I have been wardrobe tracking since March this year so i can work out the percentage of what I actually wear versus what I own for practicilaity purposes. Because I recently switched jobs into a job that doesn't require a uniform I am trying to decide if I should declutter at the end of this year or wait till next year when I have a greater representation. But I may just declutter my definately No's. P.s the fleece lined pants look amazing.

@carolgeorge6409 Жыл бұрын

I too love the fleece lined pants as I get really cold at times taking a blood thinner so it’s kinda on and off . I live in the south and we have warm days in the winter

@efitz3397 Жыл бұрын

On a daily basis I wear 2 T-shirts, a sleeveless one underneath a long sleeved one, jeans and a jumper. That’s 5 a day, then add a coat when I go out! 6! I have 3 pairs of jeans, 3 warm leggings 3 jumpers and 10 T-shirts. That’s for 80% of my time. I have enough to wait for a full load of washing, my husband has similar in his work clothes, we wash them separately as his get very dirty! Then I have my going out clothes, mostly dresses, I enjoy dancing and getting dressed up is part of it.(it’s the only time I wear makeup) I used to have glittery night pieces, but now I wear dresses that I can wear on sunny days. I think being intentional is key, more so than a number. I’d freeze going around my house in a short sleeve t shirt in winter. 😀

@starrysloth8018 Жыл бұрын

i'm actually trying this out right now! with only 5pieces of apparels lol (2 dresses, 2tees & 1yoga pants), excluding 2sets of pyjamas & underwear. i think this really too extreme for me, even though it is feasible in real life, but definitely not by choice though. my house is under renovation so I am putting up at someone's house for two weeks, so i just wanted to pack as light as possible. 10items is possible as long as we do our laundry frequently, but i think this will wear out the clothing super fast (they will fray, thin out, colour fade etc) even if we use delicate wash settings and laundry nets.. so i wouldnt do it even though i can technically live with a 10pcs minimalist wardrobe as where i live is summer all year round. i think the ideal is 20-30pcs, or 30-40pcs for people who stay in 4seasons places

@MySweetSammy Жыл бұрын

This is my life lol! For some reason, too many clothes gives me anxiety (or should I say, really contributes to my anxiety). At one point I had 4 bottoms and 4 tops. I had one denim leggings, one black denim, and 2 Lula Roe leggings. One top for each pair of bottoms. Then my anxiety kicked in and I got rid of one outfit (down to 3 tops and 3 bottoms). I could have gone down to 2 of each (seriously considered it! lol!). I've loosened up a bit and now have 4 bottoms and 6 tops (all interchangeable) AND! next week I'm going back to Kohl's to work part time (so I needed some clothes for work lol!) I'm perfectly happy wearing the same outfit 2 and even 3 times.

@chloeruegg2352 Жыл бұрын

Fun video! I can envision myself with just 10 pieces and loving it. If I were guaranteed a 7 lb weight drop with it, I’d start minimizing my wardrobe, like, yesterday. 😅 My fav item is medium weight sweatpants, color grey.

@bindyagurukumar8500 Жыл бұрын

It happened to me. Lost clothes, lost weight, span of 5 years. Try it. Better than fad diets.

@chloeruegg2352 Жыл бұрын

@@bindyagurukumar8500 Good of you to reply. I need inspiration like yours. Thank you.

@rebeccathompson7204 Жыл бұрын

I love your videos

@HigHanGill Жыл бұрын

Hi Marissa, I love your videos and always try to catch them new. Would you mind not using that flashing filter again? I think it was added then sped up. It took a very short time for me to get early migraine triggers. Thanks!

@SStoll-dz1cp Жыл бұрын

“Allowed to own”….the practicality of this choice is certainly challenging but it ALL really comes down to choice. The trend of minimalist is a question of WHY, before the lifestyle is lived. I love choices which for me is my form of lifestyle, not a lot, but certainly not this extreme.

@AM-ln7op Жыл бұрын

From now on Crimes Against Anna Wintour will be the slogan of my wardrobe

@AtoZenLife Жыл бұрын

😂 Love it

@juta66 Жыл бұрын

When the rooms are colder, the body requires more energy to heat itself up. That could cause weight loss.

@pinayinuk Жыл бұрын

Thank u

@valerieelias5606 Жыл бұрын

Love you channel!! Especially when you talk about clothing or kids toys. What are your thoughts on “investing” in wool/cashmere? My “uniform” is minimal, typically 2 pairs of jeans, 2 cotton long sleeves, and 2 wool sweaters. I’ve been thinking about splurging on a wool jogger set or wool base layers for pjs and lounging. Wondering if these things are worth the price in your opinion?

@meisjeViv Жыл бұрын

I recommend lambswool or merino wool for sure! I found out that a chain store near me has really attractive sales in spring of their thin merino sweaters. Have also been lucky at thrift stores and markets sometimes. An extra layer of wool makes an outfit so much warmer! I use it when camping as well. But yeah, if you do not have a lot of money, keep your eyes open. From your name I assume you are a woman - I am as well and I've found that the deals are often better in then men's section. Extra pro there: long enough sleeves! And I found finding women's style wool thin layers that are not either fussy (with weird ruffles or patterns or puffed sleeves or prints etc) or expensive really hard...

@deannajohnson3933 Жыл бұрын

One other point is that your clothes will wear out faster. I don't know if that's a good thing or a bad thing. If I were to do this, then I would 1. have 2 pairs of jeans(I cycle through 2 pairs of jeans each week w/out washing them anyways) 2. Have 2 long sleeves 3. Have 2 pairs of shoes(boots and tennis) 4. Have 2 sweaters and 5. Have 2 light jackets(because i don't have a coat) I should try this over the winter break. I think that'll be really neat.

@roarmaus Жыл бұрын

Oooh! Super long hoodie brand? I love a long hoodie 😍

@AtoZenLife Жыл бұрын

It’s from H&M! I also love longer tops 👍

@roarmaus Жыл бұрын

@@AtoZenLife I call it 'optimal bum coverage' 😆

@danyelleanderson9106 Жыл бұрын

Where is your hoodie from? I love how long it is! PS. I love your practical minimalism approach so much!

@AtoZenLife Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! It’s an H&M hoodie ☺️

@daviddaviedavidson Жыл бұрын

I have a very small wardrobe. I wear fresh clothes everyday, so sometimes when I’m not in top of my washing game - I’m missing underwear, so I have to rely on my bikini bottoms for the day 😂. So maybe calculate if you have enough clothes for a week or so, without doing laundry.

@lisak1355 Жыл бұрын

You're probably sleeping much better due to the cooler temperature in the bedroom. :)

@taylorgimmy Жыл бұрын

I have a 26 piece wardrobe but a lot of it is black and dark gray so I am not sure how I will fare in 98°F Summer days coming up. This challenge was so inspiring.

@katestout5099 Жыл бұрын

I couldn't get by with 2 shirts, though I actually have a simple model for at home dressing. I have 4 pairs of pants by the same manufacturer. Two are jeans, two are chinos. I have 10 cotton shirts in various colors. I have a polar fleece jacket and a wool jacket. Grab pants, a shirt and a jacket. Done. Almost everything coordinates. The shirts are the limiting factor. I need to do laundry about every 2 weeks, as if I don't spill, the shirts are usually ok for 2 days.

@naomisandoz3448 Жыл бұрын

I think 15 or 20 garments is best, you don't have to wash much either, but with less clothes you can also choose color and print

@melissaladd7423 Жыл бұрын

I feel like I have a very pared down wardrobe at I work full time in a uniform. That's 5 out of the 7 days so the other two comes from the rest of my closet. I could pare that down a bit more as there are things I know I don't wear but think maybe someday I will.

@dawnsullivan6794 Жыл бұрын

Always enjoy your videos. Wondering… have you ever used your fan to help dry your clothes faster? Just a thought. 😘❤️🙏🏻

@AtoZenLife Жыл бұрын

Not had to do that before, but it’s a possibility! 🙏

@joni1 Жыл бұрын

I use an overhead fan to dry my clothes and it really makes a difference in the amount of time to dry the clothes.

@calvee1100 Жыл бұрын

So...I've been doing this my whole life not realizing what it was!!! 🤣

@kimcarrots Жыл бұрын

Pink Floyd forever! :) :) It made the cut! :)

@VickyHafler Жыл бұрын

I have very few clothes. I’m ready to pair down even more. I gave lost 48 pounds and done things just need to go. I did have to add in new under things as my old are now too big. 10 items seems extreme! Kudos to you for doing it.

@Magische_Mum Жыл бұрын

This is really a cool challenge! I think I have to try this too but I think it’s harder with only 10 clothes when you have to go to work. 🤔

@AtoZenLife Жыл бұрын

I 100% understand that!

@meisjeViv Жыл бұрын

Depending on where you work I suppose... Especially in winter, I wear the same two outfits to work all the time and the only comments I ever get are along the lines of 'I like your pants' 🙃 I work in education so I see a lot of eighteen year olds (plus of course my colleagues)

@jeanberg Жыл бұрын

Use woll, dont stink and dry faster 👍😊

@bindyagurukumar8500 Жыл бұрын

I also found this corelation between simple wadrobe and simple eating. I purged my wadrobe (over span of 5 years) and without effort, my food choices has moved to more filling, nutritious and satisfying meals. I think, I learned to say "Enough".

@mjadler2096 Жыл бұрын

Ah I always wonder about laundry. If I only had 2 t-shirts and 2 long-sleeved tops, I'd have to run the machine every 2-3 days? And we have a 10-litre machine so even if we put all the clothes from our family of 3 in it so frequently, it wouldn't be full... and then I'd end up washing half-full loads which is also not very energy-efficient 🤔

@AtoZenLife Жыл бұрын

We still launder less - around once a week and I wash mine less than the boys. I only launder when clothes are visibly dirty or don’t pass the “smell test” to conserve money and energy. 👍

@carolgeorge6409 Жыл бұрын

I am working on this. I have been washing my clothes way too often. Wearing them out!

@happytofu5 Жыл бұрын

@@carolgeorge6409 I can recomment airing them out. I try to not wear the same outfit two days in a row. I leave the clothes airing out and switching them up over the week.

@amikrenzel5788 Жыл бұрын

I usually do this for trips but realistically the amount of things I wear need to be based on the frequency of doing laundry as well as purpose, I need things casual activity and more polished so 10 items just is not practical but 30 could work.

@Jessie90ish Жыл бұрын

Hey! Where did you get that beige hoodie at 3:35? I’ve loved it in each video. 😊

@AtoZenLife Жыл бұрын

It’s from H&M 🙏

@deannajohnson3933 Жыл бұрын

What video of yours would you advise me to share to my sisters who have too many clothes? They always have so many clothes on their bed, and even more in their drawers. We all stay in the same room and we have 2 bunkbeds, so their clutter does affect my life. I

@victoria9663 Жыл бұрын

I love videos like this! I do want to say that I'm sorry for the energy crisis your country is going through, and that the KZfaq algorithm "punishes" you for being your real minimalist self!! 😱. PS what book are you reading in the shot of you on the couch?

@AtoZenLife Жыл бұрын

It was “The Year of Less” by Cait Flanders! Not new information for me, but I enjoyed it nevertheless ❤️

@victoria9663 Жыл бұрын

@@AtoZenLife thank you for responding! I'll put it on hold at my library ☺️

@mothcub Жыл бұрын

hey what is this effect that adds grain and light leaks to your shots (and for some reason, a black rectangle - idk why that's there haha)? I see this in almost every minimalist youtuber's vlog and I'm so curious!!

@ellenhawkins128 Жыл бұрын

Where is the modern light wood desk from? Thanks!

@Jer.616 Жыл бұрын

Where did you get your long hoodie sweatshirt?

@lindseystewart3194 Жыл бұрын

I'm always cold! So I might need some of those lined pants. Should I get a small or medium? (I'm 130 pounds.)

@AtoZenLife Жыл бұрын

I'm also 130 lbs (now) and 5'6" and I got a large, but it is a bit loose because I like bigger fits. I would go and read the reviews to help you decide, too ;)