Great article! I remember when I just HAD TO HAVE a black and white houndstooth jacket with colored sparkly threads running through it. It was the Nineties and that jacket was all the rage where I lived. I convinced myself that I would wear it forever and plunked down a couple of hundred hard-earned dollars. It went out of style quickly and looked dated. Had I instead purchased a classic single -breasted wool jacket in a solid navy or camel, I would still most likely have it and it would still spark joy.
I’m learning so much from Megan’s Substack! To understand the fashion cycle and why it matters , has instantly made me feel as though I have more confidence going forward in making choices while I’m shopping. Whether it be online or making purchases in the mall. I don’t feel as though I’m going to listen to the noise or voices in my head as I ponder about whether I should buy an item! Moreover, I believe I’m going to get better about trusting my gut instinct when I shop for clothes. I’m excited to learn more! Thank you, Megan.
I recently discovered that for all my life, I have been purchasing items that are not flattering on me and do not fit me, just because I needed something to wear. I have made a promise to myself that I will only buy outfits that are very flattering and fit well. As a result, I have a few things in my closet that I reach for. I almost fell into a trap of making an expensive purchase because the store manager and two other shoppers were saying very flattering things. I put it on hold for a couple of hours then went back. When I tried it on again, I looked and said to myself hard no. I walked out of that store feeling so relieved that I did not put all that money down on something that I wasn’t comfortable with. I am trying to continue with that, as I currently have a closet full of items that don’t fit me properly or are uncomfortable. I have wasted so much money. From now on, I will only buy items that look smashing on me. Thank you for all the advice that you give.
As I've refined my personal style over the last few years (by doing Megan's wardrobe challenges), I've relaxed and started to have more fun with trends. I can look at them and see if they fit my style, my body type, and my keywords (polished comfort, vibrant, sassy modern), and if they don't, I am able to confidently say no thank you. I have more of an abundance mindset...I tell myself that if I decide I really love a trend later, I'll be able to find it on poshmark or ebay, so I don't panic buy as often :)
Great article! I remember when I just HAD TO HAVE a black and white houndstooth jacket with colored sparkly threads running through it. It was the Nineties and that jacket was all the rage where I lived. I convinced myself that I would wear it forever and plunked down a couple of hundred hard-earned dollars. It went out of style quickly and looked dated. Had I instead purchased a classic single -breasted wool jacket in a solid navy or camel, I would still most likely have it and it would still spark joy.
I’m learning so much from Megan’s Substack! To understand the fashion cycle and why it matters , has instantly made me feel as though I have more confidence going forward in making choices while I’m shopping. Whether it be online or making purchases in the mall. I don’t feel as though I’m going to listen to the noise or voices in my head as I ponder about whether I should buy an item! Moreover, I believe I’m going to get better about trusting my gut instinct when I shop for clothes. I’m excited to learn more! Thank you, Megan.
I recently discovered that for all my life, I have been purchasing items that are not flattering on me and do not fit me, just because I needed something to wear. I have made a promise to myself that I will only buy outfits that are very flattering and fit well. As a result, I have a few things in my closet that I reach for. I almost fell into a trap of making an expensive purchase because the store manager and two other shoppers were saying very flattering things. I put it on hold for a couple of hours then went back. When I tried it on again, I looked and said to myself hard no. I walked out of that store feeling so relieved that I did not put all that money down on something that I wasn’t comfortable with. I am trying to continue with that, as I currently have a closet full of items that don’t fit me properly or are uncomfortable. I have wasted so much money. From now on, I will only buy items that look smashing on me. Thank you for all the advice that you give.
As I've refined my personal style over the last few years (by doing Megan's wardrobe challenges), I've relaxed and started to have more fun with trends. I can look at them and see if they fit my style, my body type, and my keywords (polished comfort, vibrant, sassy modern), and if they don't, I am able to confidently say no thank you. I have more of an abundance mindset...I tell myself that if I decide I really love a trend later, I'll be able to find it on poshmark or ebay, so I don't panic buy as often :)