How Many Dresses A Lady Should Have | The Leading Lady Wardrobe

[@lifeonhuckleberryhill6052]

One thing I would add is that, as a woman in my fifties, I have realized that our bodies change a bit over time, so I think it’s wise to reassess what looks flattering on us from time to time. Thank you for another lovely video! Blessings to you and yours!💕

[@TheLadyoftheHouse]

I agree completely! It's taken me a while to figure this out.

[@sheilakosoff5806]

I love the simplicity and the pull together look of a dress. I love a variety of dresses. I have 40 that I wear all year and about 10 summer ones. I am glad to find a fellow dress lover.

[@bttrflysprit6507]

I had never had pants before age 27, when my hubby of 30 years brought me my first pair of pants and over the years liked me in pants always saying I out dressed him and didn't believe I could camp, fish work ranch in a dress. I am now turning 55 and all I want to go back to wearing dresses only. I exspecially want to celebrate being a WOMAN.

[@Kra-ri6fd]

Just asked my husband I'd I started wearing dresses all of the time, would he be okay with that? He said I should do whatever I wanted. I then asked him if he would feel weird when we are out in public....will he feel like you over dressed. He then told me his grandma used to wear only sundresses. I took that as a, "no" he wouldn't feel weird. My husband is on board, my best friend can't even imagine me in a dress, my girly sister thinks I'm going through a midlife crisis lol But they all are supportive. This is going to be a huge change. I am sorry your husband does not support you desire to dress as you feel comfortable. I do hope you both can find a compromise.

[@wendygaonach3908]

Hi bttrflysprit, I'm thinking of wearing more dresses, I'm 60, and I look after sheep on our smallholding, along with cats and gardening. Any tips on doing all that in a dress? I'm most worried about ticks... thanks for any advice! Wendy

[@jugendamthamburg-ggkonform381]

When doing garden work, perhaps a lightweight loose cotton tunic which is long enough to cover your crotch and underneath light-colored cotton trousers so once you get back inside you can see any ticks. I am sometimes helping out in a home which has mosquitoes and there I wear that sort of combination instead of a dress in order to protect my legs from mosquitoes while still being more feminine.

[@katie7748]

Well gee, how in the world did women manage before the advent of pants being socially acceptable for women? My goodness...

[@josalmon4742]

I can't imagine what it would be like to have a mother that wants to talk and be with you. How sweet when you speak of her.i didn't get that. I crave that but will have to make do. That is such a gift.

[@TheLadyoftheHouse]

Oh Jo, I’m so sorry. I think so many of us desire relationships we see that others have, I know I do as well with certain family members but you’re right, we make do🌹

[@katie7748]

Agreed. Mine makes Joan Crawford look like a saint lol I am happy, therefore, when I see others who are blessed with good, loving parents - especially good, loving mothers.

[@dianaadhdchannel]

I love the term “Leading Lady” Thank you for such a charming and really helpful topic 💖

[@PHDinMeTV]

I absolutely love the wallpaper behind you in your space! Yay to simplicity over minimalism! I really like how you promote how people should do what’s best for them! It’s wild because your esthetic is not my personal style at all but I think it is SO lovely & befitting of YOU! And becuz I KZbin visit you so often, I have found appreciation for various aspects of your taste! Watercolor art 🖼 would be an example! I look forward to the upcoming film 🎥 collaboration with your brother! Thanks for sharing 👍🏿🌸

[@catherinenunan3584]

I appreciated you explaining that you have your wardrobe the way it is because you it is part of your branding. I am a housewife and my wardrobe is smaller with skirts/tops that mix and match and are practical with a toddler. However, I will say that your Leading Lady videos have made me want to have more feminine, delicate details and I am working on that. I am enjoying the input from everyone here. It is very encouraging to me on the days that I am struggling.

[@TheLadyoftheHouse]

I'm so happy you have found the concept helpful and took away that it's really about tailoring your wardrobe to your individual needs and wants.

[@purltwotogether8218]

I have three day dresses for spring/summer and the same for autumn/winter with the addition of a lace dress for church/parties. It took years to get to this point, shopping sales and adding a dress a year, but now I typically wear a dress for two days, alternating and airing, since I have a slip next to my skin and wear aprons. I'd like a couple of extra dresses to be honest, especially for summer as I dislike one of the warmer seasons dresses and hope to replace it next year. But three is enough to get by with as I have a skirt I can wear if everything is in the wash which definitely comes in useful!

[@ABCD-si7px]

Try thrift stores. Often they have tags still on many items at a tenth of the price new.

[@margaret2777]

I'm going to start wearing dresses and tops and skirts daily. I'm going to buy a dress 2x a month when I got paid for the next several months. I always wear dresses and skirts to church so I have several. Pray I can get good deals

[@TheLadyoftheHouse]

How exciting! That's a lovely plan!

[@beverlyvallance5311]

I had to pause your video and take a moment and let you know just how much I enjoy your channel. The variety and videos like this one that give us a chance to know you better. You are such a kind, inspiring person that I can realate to. Thank you for sharing!

[@TheLadyoftheHouse]

You are the sweetest Beverly, you really made me want to film my video today, thank you 🌹

[@juliecarns]

Nikki, Thank you for sharing an answer to my question; yes, your wardrobe is part of your business so that makes sense! I also try to earn extra money in special ways to expand my feminine wardrobe; it’s really part of my testimony to dress modestly and appropriately. Great thoughts shared here. Julie 🌷

[@theehappyhousewife3346]

I would love to see you create a line of dresses.....🙄😁 you style is beautiful

[@travisbarnard3234]

I found an easy sweet spot with the number of clothes for my 4 kids. I did laundry once per week (I still do. It works for me.). So, they each had 10 outfits for every day and 4 for Sunday. That way, they could get through the week, and give us time to put things away before they ran out of clothes. It worked well. As for my wardrobe, I tend to limit it by what fits comfortably in the amount of closet and drawer space that I have. I don't store out of season clothing away, so that is a good limitation. I find that if I can keep things tidy easily, the clothes don't become such a source of frustration. On the other hand, if the kids never have anything clean to wear, that is also frustrating. So 10 sets got us through, even in a busy week.

[@gathercreatelivewithleslie8340]

Wish you would do some videos on places to buy and options to look for in dresses. Maybe even shop the looks, what brands you like, videos like that!

[@TheLadyoftheHouse]

Thank you for the request!

[@rooftopworship]

I love your vintage style, even the way you do your hair. You are so beautiful inside and out 😍. Your eyes are stunning

[@vicinalucinda]

What a fun topic to discuss. I really enjoyed listening to you talking about dresses!

[@mwajw3445]

I would love to see your collection of dresses! 💕

[@TheLadyoftheHouse]

Thank you for your request!

[@MsDianaJean]

I second this request

[@mnoeliarc]

I love to watch all of your videos even if I may not get something out of all of them. There was a time when I “went off” KZbin but it was your videos that brought me back to it. I particularly love your wardrobe talk videos and you have inspired me to be more ruthless with my clothes. I recently got rid of some jeans that were very uncomfortable for me and I kept because I felt I had to wear them. I have now got 1 pair of jeans which are very comfortable and 3 pairs of dressier trousers. The rest are skirts and dresses which I’ve always preferred. I love the style of the one you’re wearing today, by the way.

[@maryodwyer9827]

Hello from Australia you are a delight love love your channel and yes I am a senior being 69 years young.Thank you

[@TheLadyoftheHouse]

Hello Mary! Thank you for your kind words!

[@jessieelliott3157]

I love listening to the clutter fairy on youtube. She is very pleasant, non judgemental and as a professional organizer she has so many good tips.

[@Alexahuayna]

I love your dresses 🙏🙌❤ I want to start my journey of only wearing dresses, I'm a little bit scared tho but I like the kind of style you have it's so feminine and Elegant 👏🤩

[@SugaPi09]

This dress is beautiful on you. The color really brings out your eyes.

[@TheLadyoftheHouse]

Thank you Erin!

[@paulah4476]

I totally agree with you, and I feel it's not about perfection it's about progress. If you are doing something you love it doesn't feel like a chore. My take on this other may agree or not is that you are a minimalist. Although you have a lot of dresses it's a one and done deal there are no pants and shirts and dresses can easily fit in a closet without taking up much room. Being a minimalist is also a mindset wearing dresses everyday gets rid of the clutter in more ways than one and eases stress that's why I love wearing dresses every day and I have you to thank for it. In my opinion the service that you provide deserves financial compensation. I for one would not mind if you did sponsorships etc. I would be happy for you.

[@wonderingstar29]

I think dresses are the loveliest clothing to wear for girls and ladies..it just looks right! I have been wearing trousers with a dress type of top for a while as I found it more suitable having boys and no girls! Now they are married and grown up... I am very excited to wear dresses and so happy about that ..also I am happy making my own too...Dresses prevents having a lot of clothes because of mixing and matching and that`s great! Enjoyed this vid!

[@mamabenzing5872]

💕 After Christmas the kids and I will be trying on all our clothes and weeding out what doesn't fit right, what doesn't look nice on us and anything the is stained or worn looking. Then if we need to add certain items we'll know actually what we need to shop for.

[@myrnalane7928]

As many as she wants!

[@klf153]

Wish I could visit with my mom on the porch! So happy for both of you!

[@tinaspencer3509]

Great video Nikki 💖 some great words of wisdom and I agree what is right for one person might not work for someone else. Xx

[@rachelwint5582]

Thank you once again for sharing so eloquently your elegant styling. It is appreciated💐

[@jbellbird9050]

I agree with you that the amount of clothes (and other items) we own, should be manageable. That is very relevant as we don't want to over-spend or be overwhelmed with having too much. You look lovely wearing dresses, which in my mind, look more feminine rather than jeans and sweatshirts.

[@TheLadyoftheHouse]

So true! Thank you kindly!

[@keshiawillis7243]

Hello, I wanted to know if you have a video on a step by step to starting a dress capsule wardrobe?

[@Mrs.Deanna_Ember]

I LOVE summer dresses! ❤ although feel like my problem is that I tend not to get rid of the dresses that I no longer use 😅

[@dayday8332]

I wear dresses almost exclusively. They are so much more comfortable in my opinion.

[@lune.etsoleil]

i was tried ever to be watch some cleaning motivation from any KZbinr videos and i was be doing a lot to doing cleaning motivation sometimes but this is was helpful a lot, thank you beautiful ✨💖

[@chadeller4541]

Lulu's has very beautiful dresses n they are so great..I found them to be great place to buy dresses from....dresses are so much better !

[@TheLadyoftheHouse]

They really are!

[@lisalowe7679]

Love wearing dresses !

[@TheLadyoftheHouse]

They are the best!

[@nancymusser9504]

Loved this! I’ve worn skirts n dresses for awhile but you’ve helped me find those that bring joy to my wardrobe. Precious times with my grands making Christmas cookies is my favorite little thing today💕💕

[@kyleleesherman1201]

I loved this video!

[@asparrow5505]

What brands of dresses have you found so far with decent pockets?

[@laurengaskell2098]

I am not the author of the channel, but I am full-time dress/skirts wearer. Thought online shop has dresses with pockets, and also some of the Seasalt Cornwall dresses also have pockets. There is also Russian brand Магазин Барышня крестьянка, they have many dresses with pockets as well as super warm wooden dresses too.

[@asparrow5505]

Thank you for the recommendations. I'll be sure to check them out. 🙂

[@pistoffpussycat5778]

eShakti has pockets in ALL their dresses

[@asparrow5505]

@@pistoffpussycat5778 I see that I'm able to put my measurements in and customize the length, the sleeves and the neckline on some of these dresses. Thank you for your recommendation! 🙂

[@pistoffpussycat5778]

@@asparrow5505 i think perhaps only some are customizable. I have bought 4 so far. I am 5'6" and wear my dresses 4"from the floor (that is one of the length options) and i always have them made with long sleeves. They have new styles and are expanding all the time. Hopefully they will have some for you soon. Good luck

[@juliecarns]

Nikki, maybe a reward would be motivation If children do not put their clothing away; you also could collect all the items on the floor & they need to earn them back. This method shows what they value, too. Our younger children have stepped up in this area after doing this. All the best, Julie 🌷

[@julianagarces2389]

Hi love your content! Can you please make a video about what dresses to wear on what occasions? I also only wear dresses but ive been doing it for less than year and sometimes feel awkward. For example, what kind of dress would you wear camping, hiking, bowling, hanging out at home if it’s raining and the family is all home, on a chill day at home with the family, etc.?

[@TheLadyoftheHouse]

Thank you! I’ve made a few about these different situations but that’s a great idea to combine into one, thank you for the suggestion 🌹

[@maryc8502]

I am really looking forward to your next video; that sneak peek was exquisite!

[@christinajackson3313]

What specific winter dresses would any of you ladies recommend, especially for colder climates? I've been looking desperately for some, and just seem to come up short!

[@asparrow5505]

Well timed video. I just tried everything on in my closet and found I've grown out of everything but 1 jacket, 7 shirts and sweaters, 4 pairs of pants and a skirt since I hit my target weight. I'd be happy with a small handful of dresses with the same neckline that works for my body type but that's just because I'm particular. Never again will I wear just any old thing. From what I've seen you live more minimally or simpler than a large portion of Americans. Clothingwise anyway.

[@fanirivers4505]

This is my favorite setting

[@nrashmi8646]

Nice words

[@HomemakerDaze]

Dresses take less thought, if it's hot summer. For me anyway. If its winter, It's so hard. But I just need more clothes a nice coat..

[@laurentinooliveira1746]

❤️❤️❤️ Love from Portugal.

[@traciesandoval2882]

Everybody has something that they have "alot" of. I do have alot of skirts and shirts, but not shoes. I also have over 14 bookshelves full of books where my husband has 4 big shelves full of movies. Alot of our things come from thrift stores, flea market, etc. Everyone is different and that's OK. I love your dresses 👗 🥰

[@TheLadyoftheHouse]

This is true!

[@sofi043]

I love all your dresses Nikki! I also love wearing dresses but is difficult for me to find dresses with long sleeves for the winter. Do you have dresses with long sleeves? 🌸🥰

[@travisbarnard3234]

If my dress has short sleeves, I add a cotton camisole for warmth, and a cardigan. It looks quite smart in the end. Oh, and knee high boots are indispensable!

[@laurengaskell2098]

Try Thought Clothing and Seasalt Cornwall if you are in the UK, and Dainty Jewell's or Skirt Society if you are in the US.

[@TheLadyoftheHouse]

Thank you Sofia! I have 5 dresses with longer sleeves but only 2 which are pretty warm. I'm still on the hunt for more.

[@cindyyoung50]

Dresses for a cold-weather winter here in Michigan ... YIKES! They don't look very feminine when one has to wear warm/chunky leggings underneath! Any ideas on how to stay warm and still wear a dress?

[@amandat1602]

I do midi skirts and dresses with knee-high boots with a heel for freezing MN winters! Then I can hide thermal tights underneath and no one will know! :D

[@MsDianaJean]

I wear fleece-lined tights with sweater dresses and warm boots. Or a turtleneck under a jumper with a sweater cardigan if needed. Like Nikki, I find dresses more comfortable than pants, though I do wear pants occasionally.

[@travisbarnard3234]

@@MsDianaJean Yep! that's how I roll! I find that with my thick tights, slip, heavy midi skirt and knee high boots, I am warmer than I would have been in pants.

[@pamb7560]

Try skirts and blouses/sweaters with boots. I go with dresses for warm weather, and skirts and tops for cold weather. Wearing a two piece outfit makes layering easier. Blessings!

[@marieball1772]

I usually wear ankle length skirts and just put fleece lined leggings underneath. Nice boots are a must for colder weather.

[@NicoleCB]

Hi, again. This was helpful. And your recommendation to subscrib to your friend JLS was a really good one! I just saw her explain the 10 capsule wardrobe. Hearing her perspective and yours in this video were a really helpful contrast for me to consider in my sartorial decisions moving forward. Thank you!

[@TheLadyoftheHouse]

I'm so glad this was helpful! Jennifer is great, she has a lot of wisdom to share.

[@NicoleCB]

@@TheLadyoftheHouse indeed!

[@danielleb6064]

What do you think of the rental clothes companies that are out there now? Maybe you could develop a Leading Lady dress shop that offers something like that as well as more traditional shopping.

[@TheLadyoftheHouse]

I've never heard of such a shop, that's interesting!

[@danielleb6064]

Yea! My sister-in-law used one once! I don't know which one she used, but here is an example! www.renttherunway.com/

[@jot_scribble]

Thanks for the video Nikki. I am still in the process of finding the right cut/style of dresses that suit me. Anyone from Australia -pls suggest a clothing brand for modest dresses. Thanks

[@Mmolesy]

Neesees dresses is a good one. 😃

[@jessieelliott3157]

Im in Btishane. My style's a bit different to Nikkis but I really like Gorman dresses. The ones I have are in a block colour rather than the colourful patterned ones Gorman is noted for. I also have had some Sportscraft dresses I love. Occasionally I see lovely dresses at uniqlo too. My favourite though is an old country road one I got second hand.

[@catherinenunan3584]

Chasing Case is also a good place to look. You do have to be sure of the fit/size details though. I am in Bathurst and two dresses from this brand arrived this morning after I ordered on Friday. Excellent service and shipping. Very modest and very feminine and floaty for our summer.

[@jot_scribble]

@@catherinenunan3584 thank you so much. I will have to check them out. I am in SA.

[@jot_scribble]

@@jessieelliott3157 thanks I will check it out. I never thought of Uniqlo. I will be browsing more now 😊😊

[@lasvegasnevada2308]

I love you and your channel it's a level of feminism that I love and you an inspiration to us all

[@TheLadyoftheHouse]

I'm so glad you love it!

[@FloresitaDeDios]

I am also a before and after🤷

[@homemakingwithdenise]

Hi Nikki, yes...how many? Who cares? Get as many as you feel you need for a day to day basis...manageable. That’s exactly it. I do enjoy dresses but I struggle finding a good fit. And yes, wearing dresses are a part of your brand. Hmmm. Budget. I need to work more with my budget.

[@jilly8372]

It's so cold here. I have dark colored fleece tights but I need more ideas for keeping warm and wearing dresses.

[@TheLadyoftheHouse]

I like to look back in history to be inspired for warmer outfits. Now to find a store that sells such items ;)

[@christinabuschlen2389]

Corduroy, heavy flannel, and lightweight wool are alternate fabrics that make warm dresses. I often wear camisoles also.

[@ABCD-si7px]

Try high boots, silk and wool under garments and leggings and wear a head scarf.

[@desireespencer5189]

I'm newly married and would love to switch to only dresses for church on Sundays (to avoid spending 20 minutes trying to pair a skirt and blouse). But when I look at new dress prices I become discouraged. I have looked at second hand but I think the store near me is stuck back in 1970😅 Do you know of any dresses you would recommend for a smaller budget?

[@amyflitter4482]

Hi! I would really recommend looking on the app “Vinted”. It’s like an online thrift store, and I’ve found some beautiful pieces on there for really cheap! I hope this helps! X

[@mahaliathompson3639]

Not exactly a dress, but a lot of dresses are really simple to make. A few weeks back when I was 7-9 weeks pregnant and non of my pants fit anymore, I took an old sheet I got at goodwill and made a dress, I used a long sleve t shirt as a pattern for the top, and a skirt is easy to make by gathering one end of a rectangle. It only took me 2-3 movies long to make, but if I didn’t use a sewing machine it would have probably taken 5x as long. Circle skirts are even easier, which is the type of skirt that’s attached to most of her dresses. I feel I should also add that was the first dress I ever made. And before that I had only made 2 aprons and a skirt, so I’m definitely not experienced.

[@susanvelez6534]

Xoxo God Bless you Nikki

[@BeccahJoy]

I think it would add a romantic vibe if you played soft harp music in the background of your monologue. 🥰

[@naomijones3521]

Okay this might seem random, but do you exercise? Haha sorry personal question 😶 I am wondering how you handle being active in a dress.

[@ddl4374]

Never too many! I 😅

[@HitherandYarn]

Do you have much jewelry and do you have a video on jewelry?

[@TheLadyoftheHouse]

I have some but tend to wear the same things over and over. I created a video sharing my collection over on Patreon a while back.

[@shailaz24]

Hi Nikki, I’ve been trying to buy from Poshmark but no luck :( I want to go into dresses from pants-tops but I can’t afford to throw away what I have. Can you please share some winterwear you have for your daughters? And also please have a video of Christmas gifts (ai know its late) but any ideas would be great. Thanks

[@juliecarns]

You can add a couple of skirts to start your journey from pants to skirts & dresses.

[@asparrow5505]

Ebay what you don't like to wear and buy what you do like with the money from that

[@FloresitaDeDios]

I think it comes with age as well that some of us become more selective with clothing or belongings. Kind of like Christmas gift giving. For my family we no longer give gifts only to the 1 small kid in the family and mom perhaps due ti the fact that the reason for the season is Christ but anyhow I think you know what I mean lol.

[@patrinacopeland265]

Consider not even giving the 1 gift to the small child. If you are trying to set an example, then be consistent, well you know what I mean.

[@FloresitaDeDios]

@@patrinacopeland265 we have no problem with giving hin gifts. It just isn't fun as an adult to give to each other knowing thr true meaning.

[@lindawilson290]

Hi, Nikki, Toward the end of this video, you made the comment that your wardrobe "is something that I've made a career out of." Could you please expound on this?

[@TheLadyoftheHouse]

Sure Linda, what I create videos about is how I have made a career out of my wardrobe and wearing dresses. I expounded on it within the video right after I stated that particular quote. Modeling them, sharing what I feel is beautiful etc. It has all contributed to my brand and income here on KZbin and Patreon.

[@lindawilson290]

@@TheLadyoftheHouse Thank you, Nikki.

[@carrieharkner2967]

I just realized how often you say "this/that/it is something that...." Do you know if that's a regional thing that people use a lot out west? Or is it individual to you?

[@TheLadyoftheHouse]

You know Carrie, that is something that I can't answer with any certainty. What I can tell you is that everybody learns what it is that they say most often when they record themselves and then must edit themselves for hours on end, day after day. I can list about 100! What phrases have you realized you say that are individual to you or that are a regional thing?

[@asparrow5505]

@@TheLadyoftheHouse I thought it was more of an old fashioned, proper, educator person type of thing. It's more of your strong suit than my semi casual, small town, somewhat tomboy "Elly Clampett" ways. 😂 I think you're one of the most well spoken people I've come across on youtube. You truly are an inspiration.