tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6796366218926544890.post985051274316659606..comments2023-06-23T04:26:19.874-04:00Comments on AND MARY: Rothko and my closetmaryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18066870893211814354noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6796366218926544890.post-12633265354368174692014-04-17T11:53:29.081-04:002014-04-17T11:53:29.081-04:00I am in the same boat. One too many stupid clothin...I am in the same boat. One too many stupid clothing meltdowns made me resolve, last year, not to buy anything unless I tried it on and immediately said "Oh, I love it!" If I have to convince myself, it's a no-go. As a result, all fall and winter I was able to pull things out of my wardrobe and know that I'd like the resulting outfit. Now to do the same for my warm weather clothes. Since I was newly postpartum last spring and summer, it was tough to find anything that fit well, but now I am mostly back to my normal self (which includes a muffin top if I don't wear the right pants, another motivation to find good ones even if they're pricey!).<br /><br />I only own two pairs of jeans too. I do want a pair of navy cords for next fall. And that's another resolution: know ahead of time what I want, so that I'm not suckered into a "good deal" while at the store.Rebekahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11963271973595889713noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6796366218926544890.post-45249334352134162972014-04-17T11:46:47.360-04:002014-04-17T11:46:47.360-04:00yay! SO exicting! closet cleansing is probably the...yay! SO exicting! closet cleansing is probably the best kind of therapy after your madewell experience. it's like saying, "Hey, I don't need ya'll! My closet is just fine, thank you!" And I know I commented on your blog, but definitely try old navy, just don't order online. : ) maryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18066870893211814354noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6796366218926544890.post-50622142337880421792014-04-17T08:35:03.371-04:002014-04-17T08:35:03.371-04:00Oh girl believe me -- I still love how all their s...Oh girl believe me -- I still love how all their stuff looks too! I'm sure that this was a fluke, and once I spend a year licking my wounds, I will probably start dreaming of their denim and leather again. ; )<br /><br />Also, this post was so beautiful that I did a late night purge last night and as soon as I have time, I have vowed to try EVERYTHING in my closet on and purge again. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6796366218926544890.post-63081012075204228582014-04-17T02:18:09.224-04:002014-04-17T02:18:09.224-04:00That's great, Bethany! There is nothing wrong ...That's great, Bethany! There is nothing wrong with having a larger wardrobe in my mind, so long as it's a wardrobe you use. Like I said, I just can't handle the sheer quantity of things, but some people can. But like you said, "slowly rebuild." Slow is the key word. If we live in a constant want-buy-want-buy-want-buy state, we'll probably end up buying things of poorer quality that won't last as long or be as useful to us.maryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18066870893211814354noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6796366218926544890.post-34182306312185937472014-04-17T02:15:10.290-04:002014-04-17T02:15:10.290-04:00I love this, Elise! What you say completely resona...I love this, Elise! What you say completely resonates with me. "Trolling for more" is the perfect way of describing it! Not getting sucked into that way of thinking/living opens up room for more lasting personal growth. maryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18066870893211814354noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6796366218926544890.post-25731608911304190052014-04-16T19:47:50.674-04:002014-04-16T19:47:50.674-04:00Thank you, Mary! As someone who loves clothes (all...Thank you, Mary! As someone who loves clothes (allows me to express my creativity), I'm always interested in hearing someone who beautifully explains why we ought to think about what we wear and how we choose our clothes. I've spent the winter purging lots of things that don't fit (too big, thankfully), and it's given me a chance to slowly rebuild with better quality and more thought. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6796366218926544890.post-18426217558183033452014-04-16T19:24:05.875-04:002014-04-16T19:24:05.875-04:00So convicting...and so freeing! Love it, Dell!So convicting...and so freeing! Love it, Dell!Amberhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07827347646684001881noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6796366218926544890.post-21467740127849638572014-04-16T10:56:37.143-04:002014-04-16T10:56:37.143-04:00oh and i love madewell's STYLES, not to be con...oh and i love madewell's STYLES, not to be confused with every Madewell store or their headquarters or all of their staff. though I know there are some super sweet Madewell staff out there. One exchanged jeans for my friend that she had already worn and washed, but realized were too big. I'm sorry you didn't get that girl!maryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18066870893211814354noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6796366218926544890.post-48012643897938576832014-04-16T10:51:50.655-04:002014-04-16T10:51:50.655-04:00That is totally ridiculous that they would do that...That is totally ridiculous that they would do that! What crappy a crappy excuse for service. : ( I'm super sad that this happened. As much as I talk about Madewell, I literally have only personally bought 3 things from them. And 2 of the three I bought in store and brought them home that day. So you weren't ever able to try the long jeans? And they just apparently don't exist? I'm so bummed for you. But I have faith that you'll still be able to find the perfect jeans! I'll keep my eyes peeled for good recommendations! Also, for as much as the fashion industry praises the tall girl, you would THINK they would be a little more accommodating! Sheesh! maryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18066870893211814354noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6796366218926544890.post-43782699149759400752014-04-16T10:13:47.111-04:002014-04-16T10:13:47.111-04:00Mary, the principle of not buying something unless...Mary, the principle of not buying something unless it fits your style is so helpful! Personally, I ask myself, "Do I LOVE this?" and if the answer's no (and I'm honest!), I'm not allowed to buy it. I've also recently needed to pare back spending and the first thing I cut this quarter was my clothing allowance - and honestly, it's so freeing to make yourself wear only what you have without constantly trolling for more. It's making me reevaluate a lot more than just my wardrobe; I've thought more deeply about my self-image and worth as a person in the process. Thanks for sharing!Elisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03927290992501975543noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6796366218926544890.post-70128563773382703252014-04-16T10:11:04.559-04:002014-04-16T10:11:04.559-04:00Love this. More please :)Love this. More please :)JMariehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17964790891165307777noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6796366218926544890.post-806993405944868372014-04-16T10:10:11.379-04:002014-04-16T10:10:11.379-04:00Love you, love this post..
HATE MADEWELL. Whiny b...Love you, love this post..<br /><br />HATE MADEWELL. Whiny blog post forthcoming. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com