Sometimes, our wardrobe has more to tell us than we realise. 

In this week’s Rooted Reflections, I sit with my relationship to clothes — how I decide what to keep, what to let go, and when to bring something new in.

From old favourites waiting for upcycling, to jeans I finally bought after 7–8 years, and even how my daughter now wears some of my old pieces… it’s all about slowing down, listening, and making choices that feel gentle on ourselves and the planet.

No rules. No judgment. Just reflections from my life that I hope might sit quietly with yours.

Take a slow pause and listen. 

#RootedReflections #SlowFashion #SustainableWardrobe #UpcyclingClothes #MindfulLiving

0:00 - 0:28 Introduction

0:28 - 1:21 How do I actually replace clothes now?

1:21 - 2:11 When do I know it’s time to let a garment go? 

2:11 - 2:59 Am I giving this away too early? 

2:59 - 3:47 How do I decide when to buy something new? 

3:47 - 4:12 How I feel about buying new clothes

4:12 - 4:52 Why am I buying this?

4:52- 6:14 How to I manage my jeans

6:14 - 7:30 Why jeans, of all things?

7:30 - 8:00 Do I need variety, or do I need ease?

8:00 - 8:30 Don’t you get bored wearing the same things?

8:30 - 9:38 What am I replacing — the garment, or a phase of life?

9:38 - 10:15 Let’s take these thoughts forward