I’m wondering Alyssa you said a tattoo on your ring finger as a little reminder. Since you said that I was just curious if it was a reminder to try again or never do it again. What a fun video!❤

Understanding the dynamics of a multi generation audience has got to be the most challenging thing- I’m 52 and notice that in social media, generations have differing approaches- of course there are exceptions- and addressing the different approaches in a channel is too tricky. If anyone is being judgmental, cheeky, and insensitive to others’ experience and translations, I excuse myself from their negativity- I don’t have the heart or time for selfish BS like that. As you said, do your way and those who appreciate will follow. 💕you all are grounding in different ways and bring me back to my true self filtering the nuances of social media chatter.

I know this goes against your whole ethos of slow fashion but for me the mesh flat would be a total fast fashion purchase. A cheap $20 pair that would last a season, if you're lucky, just to dip a toe in the trend. I feel that mesh flats are not going to be around for very long. Celebrities & fashion girlies are rocking them but for the regular girl on the street working a 9-5 these are not a longevity piece. Another great episode ladies ❤

What Xtina was advising at 38" about including bold and clear colour by starting with T-shirts and basics is so wrong according to Amy Smilovic's advice that bold colours should be worn in icky, glossy or nubby materials. Regular T-shirts are not made of such materials. That means wearing a red cotton T-shirt will make you look soo basic.

Shoes….if I can’t walk then I can’t wear the look that demands a certain shoe to finish a look…..shoes. Definitely a style/look breaker.

So with you about Crocs out to dinner, Alyssa, definitely not for me!

I've always had trouble navigating Pinterest so I've pretty much defaulted to styling my clothes using my own creativity, rather than relying on external influence. I got my first tattoo last year, at the age of 66. Like Christina's, it also reflects my heritage.

Alyssa, I so felt you regarding the tattoo on your finger. It took me four years to come to terms with my marriage ending (it wasn't my decision). Give yourself time and be kind to yourself. You're still grieving 😔 ❤

@christinamychas what's the tailor that you recommend in the city? I live in your neighbourhood!

I STRONGLY recommend renting clothing for everyday use; especially if you work a job in which you wouldn’t wear the clothes on your off days or if your size tends to fluctuate! You can try new styles that intrigue you, you can experience designers that maybe you wouldn’t otherwise because the cost is outside of your budget/comfort zone, etc. You save on the cost to clean the clothes, I think it encourages body positivity and creativity through styling. And it’s sustainable. Best part - if you like the item you can purchase it for a discounted price. Win win!

I'm sort of envious of this current generation and the more real-life fashion inspo they have. The choice may be overwhelming, but I just turned 40 and have had to unlearn so many things about style. Finding your style is really seen as an "adult" problem, but weren't we all taking in some of these messages when we were kids? Remember when "Clueless" came out, and those messages of being a "clotheshorse" or a "style chameleon" were desirable. You didn't have to choose anything, more was more. And when you're 10, you're not thinking of the overconsumption, need for disposable income (is this going to put me into debt?) or practicality of that. I grew into a confused style adult, whose wardrobe didn't fit her new life of work and commuting, as well as always feeling like I didn't have enough. We also lived on magazines and only had celebrities to look to. But we now know that celebrities rarely dress themselves and don't own most of the clothes you see them in. When we choose to emulate them and purchase, we're making a decision and a commitment that they didn't even have to make themselves. What style lessons did you all have to unlearn?

Oh I can so relate to Signe says about pinned inspiration photos of outfits and mine are very repetitive, similar vein 😂 anytime I start to question what I love to wear or special pieces, I go back to those boards because they really are so in tune with my style and vibe preferences.

For me crocs and round birkins are a no. Also bows, frills and very feminine details . For the mesh ballet flats I bought the dupe and what I liked is that imediately gave my basics outfits a fresh air . Shoes are my go to when trying to looks at what I already have e with renovated eyes ❤ great episode girls

Yes!! Love to sew also! Mending, hemming, darts, some smaller repairs and refits! Not to change a complete size or dress to top & skirt though. Alyssa, I also don’t look to influencers.. except the 3 of you and your guests! Seriously!!! Thanks for diving in today! A new way of looking at tattoos Etc!! No, do not have any.. it overwhelms me.

As a fellow U2 devotee, I'm so curious to know which lyric Christina has tattooed?!? :)

Watching videos of people filming as they just walk around places like Tokyo, Stockholm, New York, etc., has been incredibly inspiring. Just seeing what people actually wear out in the wild vs hyper curated looks from social media. Tokyo is my favorite. A lot of the people just have this effortless, sporty, cool vibe that resonates 😊

My sewing machine is over 20 years old .. and it's still my favorite possession! I love sewing and I make my own shirts and pants .. 🎉

my sewing machine is my favorite possession. I am not a great sewer, but I do it anyway. I love that Signe brought this up.

Loved this episode!

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tattoo regret, is it common? Curious how many people feel the need to cover up or eliminate tattoos that no longer reflect their identity or personal style? Thanks for another great episode! 😊

I agree Christina, the tibi style principles had a huge impact on my style philosophy as well. It really gave me a lot of critical thinking tools I never had before. It taught me how to diagnose the “problem” with an outfit and make it feel more me. And it taught me about color math. Total game changers. :))) Do you have the Creative Pragmatist book by any chance? I was curious about it.

I am like Signe - I don't know how people can feel their clothes fit without a sewing machine - being petite, I constantly have to alter the length of things. I also like Christina's suggestion to make a garment into something else - I had a dress i never wore because it had spaghetti straps and I converted it into a skirt this year and I have been loving wearing the skirt this summer.

Why aren't there any silver/grey headed models in the slow fashion feeds? The ones I see are always concerned that they are dressed appropriately for their age. That seems limiting. I didn't get my tattoo until I was 70. It had to have an enduring meaning for me.

I wouldn’t wear crocs even for gardening 😂

Always smile listening to your intro☺️

I saw a women make quilts into hoodies!! I want one.

When you are creative and make your own outfit ❤❤❤❤

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Great topic, love the unpicking on this, I can totally relate to Christina's reflections like the back to school shopping, I always struggle in March and September. (Back to school & new season plus March my birthday month and another season change. Plus Christmas as I'm spending more time surrounded by consumption. I want to be more minimal as I know it's better for my health, mind ect, but I'm a recovering shopaholic and I live with others who have a lot of stuff and I still have urges to consume, so I'm never going to be a complete minimalist. I think the term underconsumption works well. If it's taken with all the right thought process in mind (not just a trend) underconsuming for the environment, for your health, to ensure no debt, because your mindful of why etc I feel balance and been more mindful about what I am brining into my life is a better way forward to me. I do find the minimalists inspiring (as I do all of you), it helps keep me in check and reminds me to stop and think. I'm comfortable with that.

Recovered shopaholic here 🙋‍♀️ and I just want to thank you for all that you do. I've recently discovered that what I needed was not more clothes but better tools to take care of them. So we actually splurged on making the laudry room in our house really nice (so you can air dry things without getting spiders or odors in them and don't freeze while doing it) and I'm getting a steamer and lint remover for my bday. I don't have super nice clothes but I don't see the point in upgradibg until I've learned how to take care of them. Having grown up on fast fashion and trend chasing, this is new territory for me. And so much fun, really!

I won't buy anything with sequins --too fussy and often uncomfortable.

HEY kislux !! I have been watching you for years and im so proud of where you have made it! I love you so much! Also thanks for making my day <3

Minimalism and 'underconsumption' remind me of 20 years ago when the alternative health care response to certain health issues was to 'cleanse.' It can be useful in the short-term. Clear stuff out, hit the re-set button, simplify your focus. But for me over time, constantly considering what NOT to have/use/consume actually leads to depletion; and in the North American puritanical culture can play out as self-punishment. Asking 'what am I nourishing myself with'--whether that is food, clothing, items in my home, or the company I keep--has been more useful to me as a long-term strategy. It helps me focus on Living.

The notion of wiping out certain fabrics completely is not practical. Nylon will always be part of workout wear because it's stretchy and dries quickly. Removing polyester from fabrics means you give up on details like pleating in skirts (the alternative is that you use chemicals to treat natural fabrics to hold pleating), and that you're always a bit wrinkled. This is where we have to turn to construction and quality...you can tell when a polyester skirt is going to see you through many years and when it's going to snag and be in the trash by next season.

I am Gen X. I never have bought a lot of clothes, but there have been a few times in my life that my needs changed and I bought quite a bit and decluttered quite a bit because I was in a transition. I just wanted to say that - I think mostly buying a few things but there may be times in life when you shift.

I believe as with everything, it depends on what type of person one is. If you truly care about the planet, what you use, what fabrics feel comfy, what you actually use - simply if you pay attention and think about a bigger picture, or if you simply follows trends mindlessly. I think it's good underconsumption is a thing, but the problem is if it's going to leave any lasting trace or impact.

I used to watch the KZfaq creator 'A Simple Chic Life' - until I realised the whole channel was oscillating wildly between decluttering stuff and hauls.

Local Slow Fashion brands are great, but oftentimes the cuts and styles are very weird. It’s like they maybe try a little too hard to not only be sustainable, but also be the next big avantgarde thing. I hardly found anything really wearable, at least not in my country. Then the prices - I hate to say it because I wholeheartedly understand that local sustainable brands need to have higher prices - but I can’t afford it and I’m financially stable. I really prefer buying high quality pieces second hand over supporting ANYTHING new that’s been thrown into a world that’s already drowning in stuff.

I know I'm going back to an old show here, but I was listening to older shows that I missed in real time, and I was remembering my fraught and failed relationship with bomber jackets several years ago. They were so trendy and EVERYWHERE. I am pear-shaped and have a longer torso, so, they always hit me in the absolute worst place. Just jacket ends and pants start. And I would have amnesia every single time until I made several mistakes and finally got smarter about it.

I think that people forget they aren’t influencers, no one is watching what they are doing so they don’t need to keep up with these trends. I think this trend should affect shopping habits going forward but you don’t have to get rid of all of your stuff because other people are doing so

I did not catch the name of the English brand...? Fold London? Forward London?

Why do christina still identify as a shoppaholic?

Love this nuanced discussion, and the highlight on what we used to do for consumption, which has changed so much with the change in marketing strategies. I have definitely been guilty of feeling like I need something new every time a new collection comes out, and you have inspired me to curate the content I get emails and ads from, thank you!

I'm glad that Christina brought up the footprint of decluttering. I'm just as concerned about where my old stuff winds up as how much stuff I've acquired. At this point I'm not letting anything go unless I have a solid home for it - a clothing swap, a friend who really wants it, a charity that really does use/sell the pieces they get.

I would enjoy hearing from each of you, some of your favorite people to watch on whatever platform. I truly enjoy all three of you - stylish & fashion forward - yet still mindful and conscientious. Can you recommend like minded channels to check out? Thanks in advance…

Tbh, underconsumption core gets one thing better than a lot of minimalism influencer. They cherish old things and keeping stuff instead of tossing and buy an update. Not every minimalist influencer is guilty of this but especially with clothes there are a lot of „updates“, donating things that are still totally usable for a „better“ version of it. For me underconsumption and „updating“ contradicts. I am only on KZfaq and here are a lot of people showing their grandparent’s old dishes they use everyday or their 12yo favorite dress they already mended a few times. I think it’s really inspiring to go the xtra mile of reuse, repurpose, repair instead of give in and „update“. We should also totally normalize using things that aren’t in perfect shape anymore. My kids are the only ones in kindergarten with patches on the jeans. Terrible! And strangely we’re not lower income than a lot of the others. But I am scared. Will we be able to do it in school? Or will there be too much pressure? Normalizing using what you already have will make it easier for EVERYONE to better keep usable things. Because the donations often will be tossed anyway - there is too much of everything like you said. For the first purge I donated a lot, sold a lot. Now most of my decluttered things (but children’s clothes that are passed on and books, books always come in and go out as I read them) are simply broken or totally worn out and already used for cleaning the bike. I was always more on the eco-minimalism way. Never decluttered as much as other minimalists. Seeing people doing the same is supporting. To sum up: I like the trend. I like that it’s a theme. Of course, it has typical Social Media problems. I didn’t see the trend on TikTok but on KZfaq. And there it leads to a lot of positive discussions (like this podcast).

Thank you for the topic, I didn’t know about the underconsumption trend or movement , but it sounds good that we have it, however I agree, that with any trend we shouldn’t take it mindlessly ❤ I personally discovered that after a No Buy month my desire to buy things really becomes diminished, although I thought it would grow. So interesting to discover yourself with all those challenges or trends 🙌🏻 But only what fits us and our lifestyle will stay with us for long term, I think ❤ thanks for motivation ❤

I wonder if the under consumption trend/ movement (whatever we want to call it) is simply a response to economic downtown to make spending less feel better. This concerns me as once inflation goes down folks will quickly return to consuming without any positive changes in habit.

It would be very amusing if you could have Teresa from Teresa's Chaotic Corner as a guest - she provides the most accurate and hilarious non-partisan insights on fashion and aesthetics, both current and from the past eras.