I have had a total of 40 clothing pieces for the last 2 years. It is the perfect amount of clothes to know what I have & wear everything!!
@margaretmatheny4 жыл бұрын
Ahhh fantastic. I will get to that point! See it’s people like you that inspire me-this is the best way of life!
@dianagarduno30954 жыл бұрын
Do you have winter clothes also?
@ritalynb70704 жыл бұрын
@@dianagarduno3095 No. I own a total of 40 clothing items for year round wear. The winters here are very cold (-50C is possible) so I layer up in winter and remove layers for summer. I should note that the 40 items do not include underwear, shoes or coats. Because of living in a climate with 4 seasons, I have more shoes/boots (12 pairs) and coats (5) than I would like.
@margaretmatheny4 жыл бұрын
@@dianagarduno3095 those are literally all the winter clothes I have! I just use my puffy coat all day every day. I have one more sweater on my list for the winter, but we will see if I can go without!
@samarmorsi4 жыл бұрын
Just want to say I’m all for minimalism but you being a mother doesn’t mean you should let go of enjoying a feminine wardrobe and celebrating yourself as a woman, every outfit should have its purpose & fit for different occasions .. it’s an advice from a mother to mother ♥️
@margaretmatheny4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!! Every view, opinion and all advice is welcome. For me particularly, I think the pieces I have do just that. It's all I need and I'm fully aware that this is what works best for me! Some mommas have different needs and loves which is what makes us unique and different. How boring it would be if we all though the same! Thanks for your support and for watching!!
@EldariaMinecarftienne3 жыл бұрын
First time I decluttered (in June 2020) I ended up with 150-ish items of clothing, I didn't count how much I had in the beginning but 1000 would not be exaggerating Second time, two weeks later, I downsized to 80 Then I left in september for a year abroad with 50 items And now, without even forcing myself to downsize, I have 20 items of clothing, and it still seems like a bit much to me tbh but I'm so happy
@cnabbey884 жыл бұрын
Bougie means rich and in pop culture it means excessively rich. It doesn’t mean booby lol. The more you know! 🌈
@margaretmatheny4 жыл бұрын
Hahahaha oops😂 thank you for this insight!
@TiffanyIma4 жыл бұрын
@@margaretmatheny Bougie is a slang derivative of the french word bourgeoisie; and it actually was coined to mean pretending to be high class, while not actually being high class
@knitnkitten4 жыл бұрын
Tiffany Ima I think the term originally surfaced in the mid 1800's. The English elite who had class - titles, land, & education - looked down on the nouveau riche, because they were bourgeois - they actually had to earn their money. And consequently had no class. or taste.
@TiffanyIma3 жыл бұрын
@@knitnkitten right but we are talking about the slang term, bougie.
@CL-co9lu2 жыл бұрын
Omg y’all are so funny! Bougie is actually a thin, flexible surgical instrument for exploring or dilating a passage of the body. You all mean Boujee!! 🤣 or Boujie which is something luxurious.. I’m dying 😂😂
@halleclaas52024 жыл бұрын
I just found your channel & girl I NEEDED this. Im planning to purge my whole closet & stop buying clothes that are “on trend”. I want timeless staple pieces.
@margaretmatheny4 жыл бұрын
Amazing!!! I'm so glad you found it helpful. Can't tell you how freeing it feel, even weeks after!
@janeseemann25274 жыл бұрын
I don’t think I’ll ever be a minimalist but I’m certainly refining what is in my wardrobe right now and what I will let into it, going forward. My current rule is that if something is not comfortable or doesn’t fit well it is going to charity. And I’m not buying anything new until I’ve finished that process.
@margaretmatheny4 жыл бұрын
That's a wonderful mindset to be in. Thanks for sharing. I love seeing how everyone interprets it differently. That's how it's supposed to be!
@laurenspencer86084 жыл бұрын
You did great! And you already did the hardest part. In a few weeks, you could say, "Hey, I actually don't ever wear this either. I'm getting rid of it." Its a continual process
@margaretmatheny4 жыл бұрын
YES. I have already done that this week. Crazy how good it feels to keep getting rid of items.
@Bethy26034 жыл бұрын
Everlane is unfortunately a lot of greenwashing and not actually that fair..
@margaretmatheny4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing! I've been hearing that after posting this and am so appreciative of everyone who has said something. I know that happens with food and cleaning products....so gosh, I should have expected it. Truly had no idea. But certainly am going to dig before I make that claim and share a brand!
@LostInEcstasy2 жыл бұрын
I was a shopping addict, my minimalism journey has gotten my closet down to about 100 some items. :)
@margaretmatheny2 жыл бұрын
amazing!!! I just filmed another declutter, cant wait to share!
@anyadisbrow20762 жыл бұрын
Wow that is incredible!
@Spankypikle4 жыл бұрын
kids and a family don't mean a lack of personal expression tho :// reasoning for wearing a low cut top shouldn't involve other people
@margaretmatheny4 жыл бұрын
very valild point! should have said "for me"!
@katie37004 жыл бұрын
Love this video! Over the years I've been minimizing my closet and have let go of all the "fantasy self" clothes that I loved, but just aren't me - I like a simple and classic style and find it works well in most any setting! Would love to know/see your accessories - jewelry, purses, bags, etc. - I feel like I get hung up on all the cute purses and bags! Ahhh!
@margaretmatheny4 жыл бұрын
fantastic!! I really does work well in every setting. The ease of getting dresses and making decisions is one of my favorite benefits. I can definitely show you my accessories. As for my bags...there's not much to show. I own a diaper bag, lol. Just gave away my only purse. A backpack suits me better!
@sophiamack92144 жыл бұрын
Love it! Been minimal for 4 years now. It’s life changing. Subscribed!
@margaretmatheny4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for subscribing!! Love minimalism, so happy to meet like minded women!
@HealthyMinimalistMom4 жыл бұрын
Great inspiration! It's so liberating to get rid of clothes that I don't ABSOLUTELY LOVE. I've been reducing for a long time and continue to do so. I love basics and simplicity. Love your humor 💕
@margaretmatheny4 жыл бұрын
Haha thank you!! Your encouragement means so much. It’s a continual process for sure!
@gemhay88964 жыл бұрын
You're my hero! Way to go girl! I've been a minimalist for 15 years now, and I love it!
@margaretmatheny4 жыл бұрын
Ah thank you!! Those words are so kind!
@tanne19934 жыл бұрын
Thats amazing! Any tips for people trying to start? And can I ask what your reasons were for becoming a minimalist?
@gemhay88964 жыл бұрын
@@tanne1993 I just started getting rid of things that I didn't need (for example, I had 6 full sets of dishes, I donated all except for the one set that was my absolute favorite). I used to be an elementary school teacher but now I'm a stay-at-home mom so I gave away everything that I had accumulated from my career. I only wear shorts & t-shirts, therefore donated all my dresses, skirts, blouses, etc. Whatever item that doesn't serve a purpose gets tossed out. I haven't regretted or missed anything. It's so liberating living a minimalist lifestyle.
@margaretmatheny4 жыл бұрын
@@gemhay8896 love this!!! I just started with one room at a time. You don't have to be finished and "fully minimal" after each declutter either. It's an ongoing process, just enjoy it! I started with my kitchen as well. Just got rid of the the cluttered mess that was going on in all of our cabinets. After you do one room, you will know so much more about the process!
@Bethy_anne2 жыл бұрын
You inspired me to get my wardrobe down to 49 today!!! I will even be able to get rid of more once I know what is required next season!
@margaretmatheny2 жыл бұрын
ahh amazing!!! That's so awesome. I hope it felt so freeing!
@jennylhenry782 жыл бұрын
I'm a new subscriber (Dawn The Minimal Mom sent me!)! I've been curating my wardrobe for awhile now. I just counted my list of pieces and I have 52 and have 3 items I'm specifically looking for. So 55 is the number I rock! 👊🏻 This does not include my unmentionables or pajamas or grubby clothes. Oh and I don't count my jewelry even though that's only 4 necklaces and 6 pairs of earrings. 😁
@peri85133 жыл бұрын
I'm not minimalist but having less furniture and small , same color closet sounds so good for me ! 2 days ago I decluttered my closet and I love it ! Now it's so simple and beautiful. I think following fashion all the time is just money and time waste. I'm more happy now 💖 And having less stuff is so good for moving
@elizabethsutton71183 жыл бұрын
"Modest is hottest." 🤣 I loveee it. Gonna have to use that with my teenage daughter!
@margaretmatheny3 жыл бұрын
Haha! My sisters taught it to me when I was in HS. never forgot it!
@Loeviis3 жыл бұрын
I thought she said modest, not thottest, whoops!
@maranathamama2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your lighthearted & motivating videos. This has provoked me to sift through my wardrobe & eliminate the unnecessary & hopefully bless someone else in need in the process. I checked out Everlane to see if I can fill some gaps in my wardrobe but it saddened me to see they are currently selling merchandise pushing an immoral ideology. I am unable to support that for conscience sake but would love to see more of the brands that you support that have a wholesome stance on sustainability & quality over quantity 👍🏼 Thank you again Margaret!
@chewpatricia69724 жыл бұрын
Absolutely inspiring!! I managed to get rid of one bag of clothings after watching your video.
@margaretmatheny4 жыл бұрын
Ah wonderful!! That makes me so happy!
@SummerLucy102 жыл бұрын
Just seeing this video and girl you’ve got me SO inspired!! Really wanting to become more of a minimalist and get rid of clothes! It’s definitely not easy 😅
@margaretmatheny2 жыл бұрын
Ah so happy to hear! I started slow and let the transition happen naturally throughout my life and home....at least that was my goal!
@anashappydays3 жыл бұрын
True! The laundry is so much easier now that before I started being a minimalist 😉❤️🍄
@margaretmatheny3 жыл бұрын
Right?! Saved me!!
@kaylataylor15223 жыл бұрын
For me, even if something goes out of style and isn’t trendy anymore (like tie dye), I still wear it. If I makes me happy and I will get good use from it, I will keep it. I’m trying not to buy for others but for myself. Only what I need and clothes that can be used in many ways :)
@margaretmatheny3 жыл бұрын
Love that mentality! Wish I had that mentality earlier in life. Literally the money I wasted on clothes makes me so sad!
@whistlenaway36604 жыл бұрын
I've been cleaning out my closet this past week, I got rid of a ton of stuff that I literally never wear and or hate. I've got 19 items hanging in my closet now, and like maybe 19 items total in my dresser. I don't have much because I haven't purchased a lot of clothing due to transition from postpartum..and that black hole some of us fall into after gaining weight from pregnancy lol. I really want to purchase clothing that is quality, transitions through fashion changes...I discovered I can live happily in sport shorts and a cute t-shirt. LOL
@margaretmatheny4 жыл бұрын
Oh my goodness, literally in the same place. Once I forced myself to think differently and say “I can survive off of these few things”, it shifted everything for me!!
@ally337992 жыл бұрын
I'm also in the postpartum hole. Not much fits me but I haven't bought clothes yet because I'm scared my body will change.
@STLHolly4 жыл бұрын
Great declutter! You always look so great in the minimalist pieces and solid colored tops. And that jean jacket! 😍 The best! Good for you! I usually declutter my closet each spring and fall. I’ve been loving solid colored tanks (Old Navy high neck swing tank is my favorite) with a cozy cardigan and my favorite leggings.
@margaretmatheny4 жыл бұрын
Yes! Amazing! Actually a cardigan is on my list! That’s one piece that goes with everything!
@PetiteTomatoes3 жыл бұрын
I need to do this!!! Wish I could get rid of things this easy!!! 😆
@margaretmatheny3 жыл бұрын
It's the best feeling ever!!
@hameley124 жыл бұрын
I just found your vlog today, great content and advice! Quite honestly, when I was a teen I had everything that was trendy. Two years ago when I moved. I donated, sold, and gifted many things. Today I have only 40 items in my closet, 2 winter shoes, 4 summer/spring shoes, and 1 cute pair of boots for fall/ winter, I've had it for years can't let it go! I had to buy a pair of dr. scholl's inserts for more comfort. 😊🧡 🧡🧡 *New subscriber*
@margaretmatheny4 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Amazing, that's what we've done over the years too. Moving is the best way to start fresh right?! Thanks for sharing, I love reading this kid of stuff!
@debchaffin Жыл бұрын
I adore everlane! and you are so pretty!!!
@makaylacarpenter21984 жыл бұрын
I just found your channel tonight and I am OBSESSED 🥰 I will be binge watching your videos for as long as I can
@margaretmatheny4 жыл бұрын
AWWW, smiling so big! Thank you! Your support means so much, truly!!
@marissalynn1233 жыл бұрын
I guess I would call myself a minimalist when it comes to clothes. I have probably a total of 20-25 shirts and only two or three pairs of jeans, I just get so overwhelmed with a lot of clothing and I usually wear the same things all the time haha. Not complaining!
@margaretmatheny3 жыл бұрын
Feel you!! What a beautiful place to be in. What I hear when you say that is that you're incredibly self-aware. You felt resistance with too much and did exactly what was needed. That's amazing!
@matidernek7213 Жыл бұрын
Wonderful!
@magnolia73213 жыл бұрын
Modest is hottest 🤣 something my gramma would say lol BUT I actually agree!
@margaretmatheny3 жыл бұрын
Oh I definitely claim grandma-status. No hiding it here haha!
@nannibunni4 жыл бұрын
Please do more research about everlane. They are not as sustainable as they claim to be. They don’t really treat their workers right. I’m not saying don’t buy them, I’m just saying if you think they are super sustainable and clean please look more into it 😊
@margaretmatheny4 жыл бұрын
oh really? Wow, thank you for this. I'll definitely look further into it. Where did you find this info? How do I even start looking further into it. THanks!
@nannibunni4 жыл бұрын
Here’s the Instagram page: instagram.com/ex.wives.club?igshid=jl8lnpg7hd7d www.google.com/amp/s/www.nytimes.com/2020/07/26/fashion/everlane-employees-ethical-clothing.amp.html And just one of many articles if you google ex wife’s club everlane. If they don’t treat their models etc right i can’t imagine that they treat the people sewing their clothes etc better. I just think people buying everlane should be informed about that issue and then decide if it matters to them, not trying to guilt you into not buying etc. 😊 I myself never bought from them but would always want to try them because they seemed so transparent.
@leslieyao21484 жыл бұрын
i currently have 95(may too many high school t shirts) and im trying to downsize to 50 over the next couple years
@margaretmatheny4 жыл бұрын
Love it! And love that you see it as a process, that’s exactly what it is! No pressure in doing this. So awesome.
@margaretlittle68004 жыл бұрын
I do go through my wardrobe quite regularly, but I'm not really ruthless enough, will make more effort
@margaretmatheny4 жыл бұрын
Yes, more power to you!
@trailertrish2 жыл бұрын
leggings and jean jackets are my weakness. i have like 50 pairs of leggings bc i wear them every day for work. i work in an amazon warehouse and have to be able to bend and move. and i have 6 completely different jean jackets bc theyre my fave fashion item. u did inspire me tho and ive gotten rid of a ton of too small jeans and items i dont love on me. 🙌🏻 ive watched soooo many closet declutter videos and urs in the first to get me to go thru my own! a huge accomplishment! i have empty hangers! ahhh!
@erlyne04 жыл бұрын
You go, girl. I am inspired to go through my closet this weekend. Thanks! 😘
@margaretmatheny4 жыл бұрын
Ah yay!! Have fun, I did!
@beavadakkoot2 жыл бұрын
I have decluttered a lot in the last couple of years and yesterday went through my closet again, I have around 60 items without underwear/bras/socks. Still feels like a lot though 🤣 putting it all on one pile makes it look like a ton!
@sarahcoons6484 жыл бұрын
LOL'd at "modest is hottest" 😄 loved the video!
@margaretmatheny4 жыл бұрын
haha thanks!! Love making people laugh!
@bethanygunther76572 жыл бұрын
Margaret, have you thought about doing a “after the declutter, what I kept” video?
@margaretmatheny2 жыл бұрын
Oh, what a great idea! Thank you!!
@jennym8532 жыл бұрын
I love your style and would love to see outfits and stores/links. I want a more sustainable minimal wardrobe but struggling to know what to purchase next.
@Clari163 жыл бұрын
I loved your video ! :) you inspired me and I got rid of 10 pieces of my wardrobe right after watching your video haha I would love to have a minimalist wardrobe! But I think I have to find my style first :)
@margaretmatheny3 жыл бұрын
Awesome! I bet it felt so great getting rid of things. I always feel energized when I give things up. No rush, starting is the most important part. Happy for you!
@tink2683 жыл бұрын
I wish I could downsize that much lol. Good job!!! 😍😍😍I love that as a mom and wife you dress modestly!!! #Goals
@margaretmatheny3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! *insert crying emoji*. Your support means so much, truly! My momma is so modest and beautiful, I want to be like her! Her beauty radiates through the way she treats others and I love that.
@shanti1983prya3 жыл бұрын
Ur really courageous... I’ve done this a lot but still have like ... too much but I was an super consumer and work through that and my issues a lot
@glamfab163 жыл бұрын
It’s definitely so hard to give up the really expensive purchases that you don’t wear
@margaretmatheny3 жыл бұрын
YES. that's the hardest thing for me too.
@amma72443 жыл бұрын
I rewatch this video before I declutter my closet. Hope your move went smoothly.🇨🇦
@margaretmatheny3 жыл бұрын
ahhh, that's so awesome! Thanks so much. We're getting settled and it's been VERY nice.
@kunakaeva3 жыл бұрын
It would drive me crazy to have so many items! You did great job! I have about 30 pcs))
@margaretmatheny3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!!
@trailertrish2 жыл бұрын
i keep golf attire bc i have to too 😂😂😂
@Chabi3113 жыл бұрын
So glad I found your canal!! Love it..your sooo inspiring
@sonyad99252 жыл бұрын
Yasss modest is hottest 👏🏼👏🏼 Totally stealing that phrase
@dymantdance3 жыл бұрын
Love your video! I've decluttered and felt both encouraged and discouraged knowing I got rid of a lot but had so much left to go through!!
@margaretmatheny3 жыл бұрын
That's such a good place to be though! Feel encouraged, it's in the mess that we can transform and flourish. You're doing good, keep going!!
@LibbyWithnall4 жыл бұрын
Good job. Was fun watching you sort through your clothes. I too have been moving to ethical, sustainable brands.
@margaretmatheny4 жыл бұрын
Fantastic. Is you come across some that you love, send my way!!
@forestfairy80254 жыл бұрын
Well. Subscribed. You’re adorable and this de clutter was ruthless! I am also on a minimalism journey 🤎
@margaretmatheny4 жыл бұрын
Ahh fantastic, it’s so freeing! Thanks for subscribing-your support means so much!
@09231986m3 жыл бұрын
Tie dye is forever. Great job!!
@margaretmatheny3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!!!
@faeriesmak4 жыл бұрын
You did a great job at minimizing. I have also been on this journey..slowly..and over years and years. Honestly I really could get everything down to 30 or less items if I went by what I actually wear instead of what I really like!!
@margaretmatheny4 жыл бұрын
Fantastic!! I love that you viewed as a process too! That’s exactly what it is.🙌🏻♥️
@faeriesmak4 жыл бұрын
@@margaretmatheny Definitely. I have had to retrain my way of thinking along the way!
@kohliebrowning66074 жыл бұрын
Absolutely loved this video, inspiring! Well done Margaret!
@margaretmatheny4 жыл бұрын
😭♥️🙏🏼😘thank you my sweet kohlie!!
@mrsrobertson4574 жыл бұрын
Awe I love you! You’re so cute and fun to watch. So glad I found your channel! Now I need to go through my closet!
@margaretmatheny4 жыл бұрын
ha thanks!! Means so much, truly. Enjoy decluttering!
@moonchild25674 жыл бұрын
Just a honest question no judgment: Why do you do your husbands laundry when you don’t like doing laundry? And why do YOU clean out HIS closet?
@margaretmatheny4 жыл бұрын
Hi! He actually cleaned out his closet! I just wanted to be a part of it because it was an entertaining activity. Also he puts all his clothes away, I just do the loading and unloading for efficiency reasons. Love that you're all for sharing jobs. I am too! Makes the world of a difference in how the home works and how we view each other in our relationship. Thanks for your comment!
@squidy414 жыл бұрын
I also hate doing laundry in addition to cleaning and cooking. But I find joy in making sure my family is taken care of. Even if that means doing things I dislike. Same thing applies to my husband.
@margaretmatheny4 жыл бұрын
@@squidy41 Thanks for this! It's truly the art of homemaking-and how to truly find joy in those endless tasks. Love your take on it!
@rebeccalauren20233 жыл бұрын
Love watching other minimalist videos and will be watching more of your videos and will subscribe x
@margaretmatheny3 жыл бұрын
Thank you x 1000. This means so much, truly. Don't be a stranger here, Rebecca!
@dianacollazo80523 жыл бұрын
MODEST IS HOTTEST 🤣🔥🔥 👏🏼get it girl!!
@margaretmatheny3 жыл бұрын
:) Ha, thanks!! Such a funny phrase that I've been saying since middle school. I had friends who made a club called "modest is hottest" LOL.
@loucupurdija37903 жыл бұрын
when she said modest is hottest...girl really
@margaretmatheny3 жыл бұрын
Never meant to offend anyone, truly just an opinion of mine. You're absolutely welcome to have a differing view and will never be judged for that by me!
@mountainmama45842 жыл бұрын
Are you familiar with the brand PACT?I know you and your viewers are intentional about your buying, its a nice brand that focuses on sustainability, organic cotton and fair trade. Love the way their clothes fit too! Keep on inspiring us beautiful Margaret!
@margaretmatheny2 жыл бұрын
I have! I haven't purchased anything from them yet! But I also haven't looked at their products in so long. Thanks for this reminder, and for your incredibly kind words of encouragement!!!
@jessicabulloch53023 жыл бұрын
You did a great job! Aim for what you like and wear , don't worry about the number.
@margaretmatheny3 жыл бұрын
Love that piece of advice! I'm going with that mindset a lot more lately. Thank you!!!
@therecianmcpherson12982 жыл бұрын
Have u ever had those moments of you know becoming a minimalist and your wanting to buy more clothes because your trying to make a good outfit but u don't really have the pieces to make that outfit good and then u start buying more clothes because u wanna dress more proper
@yanka16503 жыл бұрын
Well thats it, im going to declutter my closet 😅
@wendyinegbenedo1307 Жыл бұрын
You are a gem! Modest is hottest! Amen to that!
@annastukenbergwand3 жыл бұрын
So funny! I love this video.
@margaretmatheny3 жыл бұрын
haha, thank you!! Thanks for being here.
@macistoneroad56493 жыл бұрын
At the moment I have so much clothes but I’m 7 months pregnant. I can’t wait to go through all of my clothes again
@sherleen80062 жыл бұрын
Where is your Jean jacket from? 😍
@radley35194 жыл бұрын
I need to do this right now!!! and your video was right to the point Love that!!
@margaretmatheny4 жыл бұрын
Yes, you will feel amazing!
@gbmorones4 жыл бұрын
Just subscribed girl! I started my minimalist journey too!! Congrats ❤️
@margaretmatheny4 жыл бұрын
Ya, awesome. thank you!! Means so much!
@gbmorones4 жыл бұрын
@@margaretmatheny Hope you can return the favor, I'd appreciate your support as well
@kathyesargent90883 жыл бұрын
It doesn’t have to be exactly 40 keep what you wear
@margaretmatheny3 жыл бұрын
Right on! I went in with the goal of 40 and realized though my process that 'hey, this is a great start'. So stayed around 47! I'll do an update at the end of the year!
@minimalzebra4 жыл бұрын
Great declutter
@margaretmatheny4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!!
@minimalzebra4 жыл бұрын
@@margaretmatheny Welcome!
@melissaf9913 жыл бұрын
You look so much like Banks - it’s wild!
@margaretmatheny3 жыл бұрын
No idea who that is!!
@lizannepitt1385 Жыл бұрын
I have to ask… how do you keep your clothing white, with young children!?
@hallehewitt30364 жыл бұрын
I loved this video! You are funny!
@margaretmatheny4 жыл бұрын
ha, thanks!! I've tried to be so many different people throughout my KZfaq experience...realizing them showing up fully me is best and always feels right. Thanks for watchin!
@amma72443 жыл бұрын
Great video! Would love to see how you maintain this size of a wardrobe!
@margaretmatheny3 жыл бұрын
I'll do an updated version soon! We're moving in a few weeks, so I'm waiting till we get resettled and such:) Thanks for the encouragement!
@navygf863 жыл бұрын
Love the items you bought at the end. So simple yet not fast fashion look and timeless 😍😍😍 i am on the minimalist clothing journey but more so bevause i so broke for 2 years and now working with income i want to invest in timeless pieces. Look smart, easy, simple to get together is my style. Sub!! Do more outfits 😍
@margaretmatheny3 жыл бұрын
Yes, honestly I'm in a similar boat! Just have a lot of other expenses with two children and always on the move. I'll do more for sure! Thanks for your encouragement!
@navygf863 жыл бұрын
@@margaretmatheny I totally understand. I have a child too and always trying to find ways to mix and match outfits too so more cost effective long term:))) love love your videos. New fan in Ireland 🇮🇪
@margaretmatheny3 жыл бұрын
@@navygf86 Right? So much more cost effective for us. Thank you!! You're encouraging words mean so much! I LOVE Ireland, truly one of the sweetest trips of my life over there.
@hopebankston6073 жыл бұрын
Loved this!
@margaretmatheny3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Thanks for watching!
@alysewilton32113 жыл бұрын
For a while I was actively getting rid of things to have low numbers in my wardrobe. Now that I have under 90 consistently, I just declutter when I notice I don't love something. I think someday I'll probably end up close to 50 items.
@ledanph4 жыл бұрын
hi! I love your video, thanks for sharing!! 🤩🥰 I was wondering, what do you do with all the clothes you got rid of? How/where do you donate, give to your friends and how much did you sell? I’ve had trouble trying to sell items and i want to not have too much clothing waste 💗💗 thank u!!
@margaretmatheny4 жыл бұрын
Hey! I start with just messaging friends and family that we're donating clothes and to come by to go through them. Next step I take is to contact people that I know work with refugees locally. With anything that's leftover, I donate to a local shop that's acquainted with our school. Schools and churches almost always have great sources for donations. Hope that helps!
@TheRoamingMillennials2 жыл бұрын
yesss
@margaretmatheny2 жыл бұрын
@honestbusymom3 жыл бұрын
Love this video!! May I ask what size you got in the ever lane picnic top? I’m 5’1” pregnant...and think this could be an awesome top for breastfeeding once baby is here
@margaretmatheny3 жыл бұрын
I got a small! Fits perfectly. but I will say the buttons just barely fit. So possibly size up for the breastfeeding months, haha. Been there:)
@honestbusymom3 жыл бұрын
@@margaretmatheny thanx mama! I am so loving your channel and videos as I transition changes for my third baby and making life SIMPLER before he arrives ❤️❤️ for myself, physically and mentally... and our house ❤️❤️
@margaretmatheny3 жыл бұрын
I got the small. And it fits great! But I will say the buttons at the top juuuuust barely fit. With breastfeeding maybe go up a size?? (lol, as least I would def need to!)
@PheOfTheFae3 жыл бұрын
Great job!!
@margaretmatheny3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Thanks for being here!!
@alinazaytsev98924 жыл бұрын
"Modest is hottest"... What?! Subscribe! Thank you for a great video.
@nikkim95374 жыл бұрын
Inspired me! New sub😄👍🏻
@margaretmatheny4 жыл бұрын
😭♥️♥️thank you!!!
@pocahangun4 жыл бұрын
I like the way you say " I have 2 children and a loooving husband" so you just don't need that top! I thought you used the term bougie because the top shows too much cleavage! Like your video! Much love from Mauritius
@margaretmatheny4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!! Thanks for the encouragement too. Means so much!
@kenita.j20252 жыл бұрын
Hi.. Margaret, may I ask a question? how many total clothes do you have (including t-shirts, shirts, jeans, sleepwear, sportswear..etc) how many clothes do you have as a minimalist (ALL clothes)?? thankyou before for sharing Margaret🤍
@margaretmatheny2 жыл бұрын
hmmm haven't counted since this video! I'd say about 40-45 range. Needing to declutter, but waiting to get back home to get all my clothing pieces together.
@kenita.j20252 жыл бұрын
@@margaretmatheny Thank you very much Margaret, you always reply to questions from your subscribers. Alright, I'll be waiting for your latest videos on how many total clothes you have including footwear. Thankyou before🤍 GBU..
@margaretmatheny2 жыл бұрын
@@kenita.j2025 Currently only have one pair of tennis shoes, one pair of white lace ups, one pair of black boots and one pair of slides!
@kenita.j20252 жыл бұрын
@@margaretmatheny Thankyou Margaret for sharing more, you are very kind!
@rhoz51912 жыл бұрын
Okay…closet number just went to 51😁
@sarahking68104 жыл бұрын
"Modest is hottest" and that is why j subscribed to you. I just found you and I love your page.
@margaretmatheny4 жыл бұрын
hahaha, yes! Grew up thinking my mom was crazy for saying that..now it's my motto. lol. Thanks for your support, truly means so much!
@oliviao57864 жыл бұрын
Where is your winter coat from? Looking for a nice one!
@margaretmatheny3 жыл бұрын
the north face! Got it for Christmas about 3 years ago I believe?
@kellyvandiessen49394 жыл бұрын
Nice video. I realy liked watching it :) My wardrobe is minimalitic too. About the same amount as yours. Soon i will be doing a decluttering-thing again with my clothes. I've lost a lot of weight so it would be easy to donate a lot not replace it i think ;) :P
@margaretmatheny4 жыл бұрын
Ah, thank you! Thanks for watching. Sounds like a fun task ahead of you!
@kellyvandiessen49394 жыл бұрын
@@margaretmatheny Yes, it really is! I can't wait to get to it to be honest... but i will wait a bit longer till i've lost some more weight.
@patatoona4 жыл бұрын
that was impressive!
@margaretmatheny4 жыл бұрын
Haha thanks!!
@shurryma3 жыл бұрын
I like your vibe and your maturity- I guess; in that you don't take what other people say personal... I mean we should be like that after high school, as adults but I guess only some catch on fast. Also, I wonder if married women don't keep some items cuz their husbands like it, I know my aunt does.. so it might be a couples' thing or cultural..
@margaretmatheny3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, those words are very kind. I appreciate you taking the time to say that. Thats an interesting thought, I wonder that as well! I'm sure it varies from woman to woman.
@Jasmine-vy8ig3 жыл бұрын
Darling, you are thinking to much, you have to much everythink just give away and see life is beautiful. You are getting better.
@malenetinndahl97592 жыл бұрын
❤❤
@myname73032 жыл бұрын
I wonder how many items of clothing you have now, after one year…
@Corn224 жыл бұрын
everlane doesn’t have the best factory conditions either unfortunately
@Corn224 жыл бұрын
also that pink tank top actually looks lovely on your skintone
@margaretmatheny4 жыл бұрын
I'm learning this and wow, it's making me so sad. Just so appreciative for your knowledge and letting me know! I'm diving deeper. You will hear more from me about his in future videos. People truly don't know what they don't know, including me. Thank you for sharing!
@rachelevan54683 жыл бұрын
Where is your jean jacket from? I’ve been looking for the perfect one.
@margaretmatheny3 жыл бұрын
Urban outfitters about 3 years ago:/!
@itoshiibaka82674 жыл бұрын
What's in the bottom half of the closet and did you count the sweaters?
@margaretmatheny4 жыл бұрын
Hello! Thanks for being here. Bottom half is our second pair of sheets for the bed and undergarmets+socks. Counted the sweaters, yes! I actually gave most of them away. Only kept the ones I showed in the video.