Seldom in life do I contemplate on "if I were a man" scenarios.
Now I do, in this context. "If I were a man - with a job and family- what would my minimalist wardrobe be like?" The answer seems simple " a pair of jeans, 3 tees, 1 black trouser, 2 shirts, 1 tie and coat, 1 pair of black shoes and 1 pair of running/gym shoes , winter jacket and ... Uh...Mr. Bean like un....I mean inner wear"
Now I do, in this context. "If I were a man - with a job and family- what would my minimalist wardrobe be like?" The answer seems simple " a pair of jeans, 3 tees, 1 black trouser, 2 shirts, 1 tie and coat, 1 pair of black shoes and 1 pair of running/gym shoes , winter jacket and ... Uh...Mr. Bean like un....I mean inner wear"
Sounds quite simple and minimal for a guy with a full demanding life. Am sure this much would ensure that all the clothing I own would snugly fit into may carry on case !!
But sadly in this case, its not so easy. Like in most aspects of life - when one is a female, it's complicated. While ones own sense of vanity can lead to a severely heavy wardrobe, the expectations of the world can only add to the burgeoning burden. One is expected to be suitable attired in formals, casuals, dressy, festive, sporty with loads of accessories, shoes, belts, watches, jewels, scarves, coats, bags.......the list is endless
To add to this burden, I am of Indian origin. So the requirement just doubles - Its Indian formals, Western formals, Indian casual, Western casual, Indian dressy (saree etc), Indian heavy jewels, simple ones for western wear, mojari shoes and pumps, sandals and heels......you can just do the math. Add to this the Indian approach or "never" discarding clothes as long as they are not ripped and ragged.
So now you can imagine all of this stuffed into an average four door wardrobe. The poor piece of furniture is bursting and overflowing. I look at it and feel short of breath. It gives me scary recurring dreams where I keep packing and packing my luggage and miss my flight/train !
What am I going to do about it ? I have really yet to figure it out. For now I am totally overwhelmed just thinking about this.
My mom says that any problem can be solved if it is broken into small chunks. So perhaps that is what I should do. Watch this space - maybe one day I will crack this. Till then I am going to move to other areas of my life to minimize !!
Pic for illustrative purpose only. Am thankful to the owner of the image !!
To add to this burden, I am of Indian origin. So the requirement just doubles - Its Indian formals, Western formals, Indian casual, Western casual, Indian dressy (saree etc), Indian heavy jewels, simple ones for western wear, mojari shoes and pumps, sandals and heels......you can just do the math. Add to this the Indian approach or "never" discarding clothes as long as they are not ripped and ragged.
So now you can imagine all of this stuffed into an average four door wardrobe. The poor piece of furniture is bursting and overflowing. I look at it and feel short of breath. It gives me scary recurring dreams where I keep packing and packing my luggage and miss my flight/train !
What am I going to do about it ? I have really yet to figure it out. For now I am totally overwhelmed just thinking about this.
My mom says that any problem can be solved if it is broken into small chunks. So perhaps that is what I should do. Watch this space - maybe one day I will crack this. Till then I am going to move to other areas of my life to minimize !!
Pic for illustrative purpose only. Am thankful to the owner of the image !!
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