repeat offender
I've found that my clothes have fallen into a very consistent vibe over the past few years. New buys for my wardrobe tend to be variations on a theme, or upgrades of existing items. For better or worse, I could reach for almost anything and my overall look would be pretty much the same, haha. Dressing is easy, and quick.
I noticed a consequence to this a couple weeks ago, when quick as lightning, I bought two tops online. One is a long-sleeved cotton shirt, and one is a navy cotton pullover. After the dust settled over the transactions, I realised I had gradually become the kind of person that buys the same kind of things repeatedly.
I have always consciously avoided that, the only exception being when it came to jeans (I kind of went insane in 2005-2007). For instance, I declare myself a Breton stripe lover, but I only have two striped tops.
But in the last two years, I've developed a weakness for nice button-downs. It started with a blue and white striped shirt I bought in 2009, and ever since then I've been steadily acquiring them, telling myself I was building up a small selection of basics. I've certainly wandered past the 'necessity' border and into 'want' territory - I keep seeing variations in stripe and material I want to buy - a skinner stripe, a softer fabric, a cuter check, an irresistible combination of blues.
Another thing I can't stop eyeing lately is lightweight pullovers, which is plain silly considering the weather here. After buying that great grey sweater in April, I've bought another sweater. this time in navy. And I had to fight the urge to buy a cream one from Steven Alan that's on sale at La Garconne.
What can't you stop buying?
But in the last two years, I've developed a weakness for nice button-downs. It started with a blue and white striped shirt I bought in 2009, and ever since then I've been steadily acquiring them, telling myself I was building up a small selection of basics. I've certainly wandered past the 'necessity' border and into 'want' territory - I keep seeing variations in stripe and material I want to buy - a skinner stripe, a softer fabric, a cuter check, an irresistible combination of blues.
Another thing I can't stop eyeing lately is lightweight pullovers, which is plain silly considering the weather here. After buying that great grey sweater in April, I've bought another sweater. this time in navy. And I had to fight the urge to buy a cream one from Steven Alan that's on sale at La Garconne.
What can't you stop buying?
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pret a porter p: but your black collection never feels 'monotonous' to me.
amanda: I especially feel that way when I think I'm looking at a "better" or "more perfect" version of something I already have.
Fleurette: Yes, but I also occasionally I think I still get bored with my "perfect shirt" and start looking for more "perfect shirts", hahaha. I think learning to be content is never-ending!
Alexandra: I think dfinding the perfect amount of variety without becoming extravagant is what I;m striving for. Of course, the ideal number is subjective.
Kate: There was a period of time that I wore so much black trousers and some kind of white top that someone asked me if it was an office dress code....
Lindsay K: So true, and yet I'm often tempted by things that appeal to me although I will not wear them, like all the long skirts in the shops.
If Jane: A basic we all should have!
L.L.: I had that feeling recently when I cleared out my shoes....I did not know I had four pairs of sneakers.
great post. i think we all feel the urge for certain items. Urge - and weakness. it's like recently with my favourite sydney cafe. I've been there 3 times this past week. Excessive? Maybe. But it's just so good!!
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son: I love knits too, unfortunately I can't count them too much as frequently worn items, haha.
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http://conspicousconsumption.blogspot.com/2011/05/deli-kzn-ceyizi-vol-2-sucker-for.html
i love your style...