Before I started my minimal wardrobe journey, I did a lot of research. I said that I would take things slow and I promised myself that I would do things my way. Months into this new personal style change, I can say that I’m very pleased with my progress. I’m starting to see how this small change has made my life a lot less stressful.
It’s safe to say that creating a minimal wardrobe has made my life a lot less stressful. I don’t know many people who wouldn’t want to make their lives less stressful, so here are 5 reasons why having a minimal wardrobe will make your life easier.
Related: The Start of My Minimal Wardrobe Journey
1. Less Stress | How many times do you wake up in the morning and stress about what you’re going to wear? Most of that stress probably comes from having too many options. Creating a minimal wardrobe can easily cut your wardrobe in half, which will make getting dressed in the mornings a lot less stressful.
2. Less Expensive | Over the past 8 months I’ve spent less on my wardrobe than I have in years. In the beginning, I got rid of a lot of unworn items and refilled my closet with certain key pieces, but once that process was over the spending dwindled. I no longer have the urge to make compulsive purchases because I know exactly what I have in my wardrobe, and I know exactly how to style (and re-style) each piece.
3. Less Stuff | Having less stuff makes #’s 1 and 2 possible. Need I say more?
Denim: Torrid (Another Option) // Sweater: Bobeau, Nordstrom Rack (Another Option) // Purse: Nine West, Gifted // Flats: Same Edelman, Nordstrom Rack
4. More Freedom | Having a minimal wardrobe gives you the freedom to be creative. With just a few key pieces you’d be surprised at how many different outfits you can create using accessories, shoes and more. I find that I actually have more creative freedom with less clothing options. Sounds strange, I know, but it’s true! Just take a look at how many ways I’ve restyled the same pieces this year.
5. More Time | Having fewer clothing options frees up your time in the mornings, and in the evenings, to get more things done. Think about it… You probably spend about 20-30 minutes going back and forth with yourself about what to wear to work. Imagine having fewer choices to choose from. You can literally cut your morning “getting ready” time in half if you already know what’s in your closet, and how to style those items.
If you take a look at the outfits above, you’ll see how I styled 2 of the same sweaters, in different colors, 4 different ways. Thanks to accessories, shoe choices, different pants/bottoms and hairstyles, each outfit is perfect for a separate occasion. If this isn’t an example of a how building a minimal wardrobe can help create an easier and more simple lifestyle, I don’t know what is!
So tell me, do you think having a minimal wardrobe could help make your life a little easier? Let me know!
Thanks for reading and don’t forget to let me know your thoughts on creating a minimal wardrobe. I’d love to know your thoughts! Until next time, be blessed and stay safe…XO!
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I love neutrals and basics so I completely ageee with you!
Ditto! You can never go wrong with neutrals. 🙂
I’m so into bold colors, so I can definitely see how a minimal wardrobe would be way easier to mix and match! I’m working on adding more neutrals.
Chelsea
Chow Down USA
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Thanks so much for reading! I love bold colors too. And I definitely think you can wear bold colors, and prints, yet still be minimal. I try to do that because I LOVE some leopard print! 🙂
I can definitely see how all of these reasons are major pros to a minimal wardrobe. It’s hard for me because I always want to try new trends! You look so chic in every outfit.
Amy Ann
Straight A Style
Thanks so much, Amy! And it’s tough for me at times because like you, I LOVE trying certain trends as well. Lol!
I don’t have a minimal wardrobe but this post is a great first step towards building one!
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So glad I could help. It’s really made life a lot easier for me, but it is a process. I’m still learning, for sure!
I do love making pieces versatile—I mean that’s kinda the idea on my blog some weeks! But I just can’t do the minimalist thing. It’s like when I’m on vacation—I get so tired of those same clothes, no matter how I reinvent them.
Luckily for me it’s more fun to have more clothes to choose from (not stressful). I love the idea of minimalism though since I’m a fantastic purger! Maybe one of these days, it’ll work for me!!
jodie
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I totally understand! And it’s funny because being bored with clothes made me gravitate toward minimalism. But yes, I love mixing things up a bit. That’s the beauty and fun in fashion/style! 🙂
Yes, I can see how having a minimal wardrobe makes life easier! You are certainly working yours and looking fab while doing so!
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Thanks, Kasi! I’m still learning, but I think I have a good grasp on what’s working for me. I still love my prints tho. 😉
Agree with you, having in your wardrobe the basic classic things it is much easier to combine the looks and the styles. In other words, with other accessories, you’ll have almost another look!
So much easier, right?! Accessories really do make an outfit!
I feel like blogging makes it hard to not shop! I can barely get through my blog roll on any given day without wanting to add a few things to my wish list. I have no idea how you can resist! Especially with thrifting, I don’t think I could keep thrifting and have a minimalist wardrobe!
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It really does, which has been a struggle for me! LOL. But I just got so tired of having clothes I wasn’t wearing. But I still LOVE a good shopping trip, and especially a thrifting trip.
Great looks!! And while it may be hard, I agree, a minimal wardrobe can definitely help with stress!
Adi xx
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Thanks so much! And yes, it’s definitely a process. Not easy, but worth it to me. 🙂
Girl, I totally agree with you on the minimal lifestyle. I love staying the in the simple and chic color ranges that can be worn in various ways!
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Yep, you feel me! 🙂 And I actually feel like I have more freedom with my style now then I did when I was doing a minimal style. Crazy!