In its core, this is what minimalism is all about. I don't care about the aesthetics of it, I'm not interested in an empty apartment. it's about collecting beauty on all levels, from a lipstick to an artwork. Nowadays, I much prefer to use shopping as a self-care act. I make a wish list and I stick to it, most of the time. I choose the things I want the most no matter how expensive they are and plan my shopping list accordingly.