Comments on: A year without buying anything

By: Zac

Zac — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 04:20:03 +0000

So when you say ‘anything’ – you don’t mean gadgetty tech things right? I mean thats more important than menial items like clothing and shelter, surely. Also, does it count if someone owes you money and buys you a new pair of Ferragamo shoes instead?

By: Kate Kendall

Kate Kendall — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 12:22:58 +0000

Thanks for the comments guys – it’s interesting to hear your perspective.

I am terrible! Yesterday I deliberated throwing away two pairs of shoes – one pair had half the sole hanging off and the other, so stretched – they no longer stayed on my feet! Pleased to say, however, they did end up making it in the bin.

By: Daniel Oyston

Daniel Oyston — Sun, 14 Feb 2010 21:45:52 +0000

Every couple of months I throw clothes out of my wardrobe. My rule is, when I look at it, if I hesitate, it’s gone!

I always wonder whether I should really give it to charity or not but not once have I ever thought “Oh I wish had that t-shirt”

By: KimberleyL

KimberleyL — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 22:45:48 +0000

I too admire your quest. I like nice things but I don’t believe in investing too much emotion (is that the right word?) into material things. I prefer to invest in experiences and moments. Am I getting too deep?! Also, as someone who is not a shopper, when I do go shopping for clothes it is usually with focus and intent and I come away with quality pieces I wear to death. Fancy a clothes swap? Also helps to iron… ;P

By: Stan

Stan — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 11:43:06 +0000

Whilst I admire the sentiment Kate, I shall not be joining you.

Us working class poms put a high priority on style and presentation. Especially when their childhood clothes were purchased from the aptly named Half Price Store.