Minimalism List: Things I Only Own One Of

This list contains 30 different items that I personally own (or none) one of. Minimalism is going to look different for each person, and so this list is a reflection of what I like to use on an every day (or a somewhat regular) basis. I hope this can give you inspiration on things to declutter or want to downsize on!


1 pair of sunglasses

1 smartphone

1 pair of everyday glasses (prescription)

1 laptop

1 pair of wireless headphones

1 nightstand

1 facial cleanser & moisturizer

1 of each makeup product (excluding lip products)

1 makeup bag

1 skirt

1 pair of heels

1 raincoat

1 winter coat

1 pair of running shoes

1 backpack

1 travel bag

1 beach bag

1 house key

1 yoga mat

1 lunch box

1 phone charger

1 computer charger

1 jewelry box/organizer

1 picture frame (which has a picture of me & my boyfriend together)

1 television

1 debit card - if you’re someone who owns multiple debit or credit cards that are expired or no longer active, you might want to consider shredding them or properly discarding them. This will help reduce the amount of time you’re spending fishing around your wallet for your more current form of payment.

THINGS I DON’T OWN(this section has been added because I thought the idea of throwing it in would be fun and/or different.) 

No blazers

No stationary or wall clocks

No hosiery, stockings or nylons

No hair tools or accessories (flat iron, curling wands, hair clips, big scrunchies or hair dryer)  

No knick knacks or unnecessary decor items 

No CDs

Content Changes (Slow Fashion Talk)

I think since shifting my blog content into this lifestyle genre, I've become a lot more inspired to write about things that have helped to improve my life in some way, and other times, I will simply just want to share my thoughts on different ideas on topics that I find interesting, like minimalism, slow fashion, capsule wardrobes, intentional living/habit building and so on. A lot of my inspiration comes from the things I watch or listen to on YouTube or on different podcasts, or even from my own personal experiences. 

One thing that I've been reflecting on is the kind of content I've been sharing on Instagram. If you follow me on there, you'll know that I love to work with what's already in my closet and pushing my boundaries when it comes to being creative with what I decide to wear. I enjoy the process of finding different accessories that can play up the vibe of my outfit, or simply playing with silhouette and proportions by balancing out the shape of my clothes for a more polished/put together or relaxed look. My style journey has evolved a lot since graduating from high school, and what I realize now is that as fun as it is to be creative with one's wardrobe and expand on what you already have, what I want to do now is take a break from Instagram as a creator and go more in depth with what it really means to understand your style and to work your way up from "being fashionable" to "being stylish". Style is something that I believe anyone can achieve, and when people say "I'm just not good at being fashionable" or "I don't consider myself to be a fashionista", I feel as if there's this misconception or limiting belief that's being placed. Fashion in general is not just for people who are wealthy or privileged. You don't need to own expensive shoes or high end, designer clothes just to be "fashionable", nor do you need to be like anyone else in order to emulate a good sense of style. 

My goal for the next couple months is to create a guide that helps people to express who they really are on the inside through their choices in clothing. I feel like this is something that a lot of people could use help on because in my opinion at least, getting dressed is one of my favorite parts of the day. If you feel the same way and think this resource could be helpful to you, then I hope you'll stick around! 

Shopping Secondhand: Graceworks vs. Goodwill

For this week’s post, I thought I’d move onto thrift stores that I’m able to shop at in my area. I’m sure that there’s a Goodwill in almost every state here in the US, so at this point, I feel like they’re more commercialized than other thrift stores, but nonetheless, you can still find some unique items there if you look carefully.  

Goodwill has been in business for many years, and their sole mission is to help change lives through the power of work. This means that for every donation bag that they receive, those donations help their workers to earn a paycheck and make ends meet. In the case that one of these donation centers becomes too crowded or is overflowing with piles of donations, the excess of what doesn’t get processed will get shipped to other stores across each district. 

So with all of that being said, I personally feel like Goodwill does get great quality items, and I would know firsthand that the employees are all very friendly. Like any other thrift store, you kind of have to appreciate the hunt and take your time finding what you want. The better quality an item is, the quicker chance it has of leaving the store right away. For this reason, I personally would rather avoid bargain hunts and just stick to my own list of essentials. Now out of the times I’ve shopped at Goodwill, I’ve always been able to find the things I need or want. Sometimes I’d even get lucky and will find something that fits perfectly. 

Now unlike Goodwill, Graceworks is entirely non-profit and is open to the public for volunteer positions. You could also try and become a paid staff member, but I think there’s more involved if you’re wanting a position like that. I remember volunteering there in my late teen years for a bit. I didn’t mind the work, but it was definitely time-consuming at times. One thing I’ve noticed with Graceworks is that their selection ranges from fair and average to high end or boutique level quality. It seems like because of this broad spectrum of donations they get, they’re able to hold more inside their stores. I’m also impressed by the kinds of brand name items they have. It’s nowhere near as fancy as what other boutiques may have, but I do think they have a decent selection. 

To wrap up this post, I want to ask you what your favorite thrift stores are, and if you’ve found anything that’s considered vintage or unique. Do you prefer thrift shopping in your local area, or do you enjoy online thrifting just as much? I hope to start a conversation on this topic, so feel free to search and follow me on Twitter or Instagram if you want to join in on the fun!