2022 WARDROBE WISHLIST & HOW TO BUDGET FOR CLOTHING | Investment Luxury Items & Closet Staples

[@MsLillybella]

I feel I need to rewatch this EVERY week. Namely the setting a budget and the buying for reality rather than my dream life living on the Left bank of Paris rather than regional Victoria...

[@whatveewore]

i can totally relate - my actual life is getting further and further away from the glamour of Paris! 😭 You can still look pretty fab in regional Vic though! xx

[@claremorrison6795]

Ha this is so me. Also in regional Victoria with four kids! Fun to dream though but certainly need to remember not to get carried away. I’m on a no buy this year so love watching your wish listing - very similar taste - that illusive Loewe Jigsaw bag is a constant call. At least I know it will still be there when I’m back in the market next year. Also love the Celine Trio and have been looking at them second hand - very devastating that they discontinued!!

[@Chicprofessor]

3am secondhand shopping after being woken up by kids- guilty of it here as well! Th pearls on the chanel are more hearty than you'd think! I could definitely se you in the mules. Burberry scarves can definitely be found pre-loved. I have found cashmere vintage ones for really inexpensive. Loved your wishlist!

[@whatveewore]

pre-loved is the way to go!

[@emiliealexina]

I loved this!! Thank you for sharing

[@whatveewore]

That’s so lovely of you to say! I’ve had a few requests to do something like this so I’ll add it to my to-do list!

[@nancygoestowork7027]

The actual life vs dream life comment hit home! I’ve too got my eyes on the Norma Kamali dress, the Carrie version is just diana dress and thé longer one is Diana gown on their site :)

[@whatveewore]

Ah good to know - I was wondering about the different length hems!

[@kateforster4643]

I bought myself a puzzle bag last year after wanting one for a long time - I’m so happy I did, I just looove it!

[@whatveewore]

Wonderful! It's such a great bag!

[@SimplyRini]

"Consider my actual life instead of my dream life" 😭😭 I'm so guilty of this when I buy all these cute summer dresses when I live in a place that's consistently 55 degrees F all year round. I've also had the Loewe puzzle bag on my wishlist for so long now, but could never decide on which color to get (the black, brown, or the pebble gray). Also, my biggest shopping regret of last year was not getting the Toteme houndstooth coat you showcased. I've never paid so much for a coat before so I hesitated for so long and by the time I was ready to purchase it was sold out in my size everywhere 😭I love that stinking coat so much I still dream about it every so often 😭😭😭

[@whatveewore]

i can totally relate - i lurrrrve my coats but sydney winters don't normally last that long! i know so many people who want a puzzle bag too! I think i want the camel coloured one, it's so iconic. Ah yes, I love that toteme coat - perhaps one will pop up on the preloved market?!

[@komalali92]

Loved loved loved this video!! The struggle for the freaking awesome jeans is real--curious to see what you find!

[@whatveewore]

Thanks so much for watching Komal! I’ll keep you updated on my hunt for freaking awesome jeans ☺️

[@whatwendylikes]

Your hair color and cut are very beautiful, I'm envying them 😍

[@whatveewore]

That’s so lovely of you to say! Thank you so much x

[@emilyv2728]

Honestly, my wishlist diminishes when I get off social media. But here I am… on KZbin watching these videos and adding more to my wishlist. Check out Saba for jeans! They’re pretty good for petites :)

[@whatveewore]

hehe sorry about that! ah thanks - i'll be sure to check out saba next time i'm nearby!

[@reaganleyva1601]

I think you are my spirit person. I literally do all of these things and thought I was neurotic. LOL!

[@whatveewore]

hello spirit friend!

[@LaRubia62]

Loved this video. I'm doing a very low buy this year, and a strict one in three out policy if I do buy something. The only thing I'm looking at adding is the Cos black crescent bag if it comes back into stock. I will need to sell it donate three things if I do buy it.

[@whatveewore]

that's so great! the one-in-one-out policy is one that i adopt with my handbags - it really makes the purchasing more considered xx

[@ANNA-cf8vr]

I'm with you, I've wanted a Burberry trench for so long, but I recently pulled out an old, very good quality trench just to make sure I WOULD wear the real thing a lot and realized this one is still so good that I have a hard time committing the money towards a Burberry.

[@whatveewore]

there are so many reasonably priced trenches out there right?! that being said, so many people have told me that burberry trench coats are worth the money! I think i need one of my high street trenches to die first before contemplating it 😅

[@patmartin9727]

I have a beautiful high street trend from autograph at M & S which I have worn for years and return back too again and again.

[@tessatay3879]

Hi V, I think the Triomphe will be a better choice for you than the Classic Box. If you haven't noticed already the hardware on the strap of the latter has very sharp corners they can cut you, damage your clothing and scratch the bag itself if you're not careful. I have both the Triomphe and Box and love them both but do take note of the "dangers" of the Box especially when you have young kids.

[@whatveewore]

Ah thanks so much for this - I hadn’t considered the practical “dangers” of the bag and the sharp corners on the hardware of the Classic box would certainly be something that would irk me. I think you’re right, the Triomphe is probably the better option 🥰

[@TG81]

Love your sense of humor! 😊 I don’t have a specific wish list right now. I would like to eventually upgrade my “everyday” bag as I’m still carrying my 17 year old LV Alma and now I feel really old 😅 I also want to upgrade my hairstyle/color this year 👍🏻

[@whatveewore]

that's great that you've been able to use the bag for so long! i love that :)

[@TG81]

Ok you inspired me, I ordered a pre-loved Chanel bag from TheRealReal. Now I’m all set for the next 17 years 😅

[@eiannsha7241]

Our bag wishlists are very similar!! I want the Celine Ava, small bucket, a Loewe bag(maybe hammock)? I just got the small Celine coin purse and love it! Adding okaplex #3 and shea moisture masks weekly have helped my hair tremendously! I also have 2b Asian thick wavy hair.

[@whatveewore]

that's awesome! i love your bag wishlist! that's also really great to hear that olaplex has helped your hair - i wish i joined the bandwagon sooner!!

[@whatwendylikes]

I always wanted a puzzle bag, but the hammock one got me really excited the first time I saw it, and I was able to buy it with a discount. This was like 6 years ago. The quality is beautiful and the hammock is so easy to wear and use. I am still captivated by the design! But yeah still wanting a puzzle after all this time...

[@esskay3ss]

Hi Vee! New subbie here from Sydney, great video! Omg I totally hear you with the hair thing, I found a fair few grey hairs. I just turned 33, and have also been thinking about dying my hair but have been resistant to do so because I have never dyed my hair! Loving the items on your wishlist, I went to H for the first time in Oct last year and picked up the Oran Sandals in gold (tan). They are great I hope you get them soon, you will love them. Very relatable video, love your style! X

[@whatveewore]

glad to hear that i'm not alone in being apprehensive about hair dye! oh wow - how exciting! I always find the store so intimidating, and it seems like no matter what time I walk past, there's always a really long queue outside. That's great to hear that you love your new sandals :) xx

[@eatlittlebird]

Love this video! I didn't know that Celine has discontinued the Trio bag? 😱 Good thing I already have them in 4 colours 😉 I use inserts in my Trio bag which I think helps to keep its shape and give the bag more structure. In fact, you gave me this idea when you posted on IG about the inserts for your other Celine bag - I ordered them from the same seller 😊

[@whatveewore]

4 colours?! I’m so jealous! That was smart thinking by you 😍 I never thought to use inserts in the trio but that makes so much sense!

[@luselou]

Great video! I bought a APC Grace bag last year while contemplating/wanting either Celine box bag or YSL le carre bag. Ilove them both but can't decide!

[@whatveewore]

i love the APC Grace bag - it's beautifully minimal. between the YSL and Celine bags, I prefer the Celine (but no surprises there, I have such a soft spot for them! 😅)

[@-Ingeborg]

I’ve gone for babylights to cover up the greys :D I think low lights would do the trick for a darker shade of hair. It’s a good alternative to a complete dye and you can go longer between treatmens. Btw have you considered Arkets hopsack wool blazer? They have one in taupe (dark beige) from last season that looks amazing and the quality is really good compared to the price :)

[@whatveewore]

I’ve been doing a bit more reading about hair and I think babylights might be the go! I just want something natural but also low maintenance. Ooo yes I have considered the Arket blazer - they’ve sold out in my size at the moment! But I love the colour - it’s on par with what I’m after!

[@kimberley8166]

Hi Vee! I definitely feel the "midi dress as a maxi dress" dilemma, drowning in fabric is not flattering. Re: jeans have you tried the petite kennedy jeans from nobody denim? Theyre not super straight leg, they taper in a bit, but I found them to be a decent length (i get away with a single roll) and I'm 5"!

[@whatveewore]

Ooo yes, great pick! they’re a great style! I have them in a black wash, but I have it on my radar to try the Kennedy in a mid-wash blue soon xx

[@Trisha1z]

I dyed my hair for the first time two years ago and it damaged my hair incredibly badly, even though I got it done in a good salon. My hair is very light with very fine strands, so maybe it was not able for dying. Just something I wanted to say, because your hair looks beautiful at the moment and I don’t want you to experience what I did! (hopefully you won’t, if you get a good professional to do it and also your hair type is probably very different to mine.) Thanks for the video!

[@whatveewore]

oh no! how disheartening! i've heard of horror stories too which is partly why i've been so hesitant to do it for so long. my hair is a lot thicker, but the whole hair dye process is incredibly risky no matter the type of hair you have. were you able to repair the damage? thanks for sharing xx

[@TrishONeillStyle]

No i wasnt able to repair the damage! Even with olaplex. So that’s why I wanted to share my experience with you, just in case.

[@jimmmyfargo]

We have the same 2022 bag Wishlist 🤣🤣

[@whatveewore]

Great minds think alike 😉

[@Kbydfrsghusy]

The Chanel mules have an awful reputation for being super uncomfortable. What size puzzle bag are you thinking of?

[@whatveewore]

ah that's good to know - there's a lot of mixed feedback about the mules. I think the small size puzzle bag would be ideal :)

[@sna7142]

hi Vee! I'm trying to follow you on your blog but can't seem to find the area for e-mail alerts. Do you provide that for your blog? Enjoying your videos! Love love your style and I can relate to your love for Celine bags!

[@whatveewore]

thank you so much! an email list has been on my to do list forever! I haven't managed to set one up yet but I am planning to some time later this year :)

[@mizmelbourne]

Haha - I just bought a replica puzzle bag to try out the style! Even if I love the style I wouldn’t fork out for a new original one as they’re too expensive. I’m sure the secondhand market will become flooded with them as it’s become such a popular bag :)

[@whatveewore]

i think you're right - they do pop up pretty often - i'm just waiting for one to pop up at a price i can stomach! 😊

[@patmartin9727]

I too have just bought a copy of the puzzle bag, I do love it but I could not justify the cost of the original but like you I will be watching the pre loved market. If one came on at a price I could justify I may indulge.

[@mizmelbourne]

@@whatveewore hey, you got one in the end! I sold my replica as didn’t like the style (size small was too big for my stuff)

[@marjorietench3925]

Don’t dye your hair.

[@Archiiiiiiiiiiie]

Hahahaha. I love your self reflections 🤣 I find these types of videos very inspiring. I don’t have kids yet, so I only have to think of myself (and husband) and so I sometimes close my eyes and swipe the card instead of budgeting sensibly (especially when it comes to coats), which usually leads to my husband giving me some extra coin.🤡 He makes more than me so I only consider it fair-ish 🤡 Also because he is OBVIOUSLY enabling me to buy more coats by doing so *cough*

[@whatveewore]

Love that! I agree - you can totally blame him for enabling you!!