Let's make this official: no new clothes 2018

I have never been what you could consider a shopaholic, but I did used to spend a lot more than I needed to on clothing. Some brands more than others.

The state of my Lululemon Pile back in 2015.

But when I got pregnant with the boys, things changed. I so quickly grew large enough that even maternity wear (which is grossly overpriced by the way) wasn't exciting to buy, that I stopped shopping and towards month 6 started wearing the same couple of maxi skirts as dresses.

Me, 4 weeks before having the boys, and quite round.

After the boys, well the first couple months I was still wearing a lot of the same things I was when I was pregnant. But eventually I did head back to the mall and shop some more.

Things were different however. Shopping for clothing just isn't the same when you have a whole new body type to get used to/learn to love. And post twins mom body is different for sure.

Shopping carried a sense of I need this because I literally have no pants that aren't luon that fit me, and less of a oooh that's pretty lets buy it.

Come 2017, and I just really think I had enough (more or less). I mean especially because, as a new stay at home mom of twins, I didn't even leave the house most days. And had taken to wearing Kevin's t-shirts more than my own clothing.

The real wardrobe of mom life includes a husband's t-shirt and some baby vomit.

As 2017 progressed however, a few things happened.

First our boys got older, easier to take out and about, and after tube weaning, finally quite throwing up all the time.

Second I started looking at my drawers and closet and really feeling no need to purchase anything new, in fact I filled a big old box to take donate.

Three, inspired by knitters and makers and instagram, I started making and wearing my own hand knit sweaters.

These four currently get a lot of wear.

Anyways, that brings me to today, 2018 is now well and truly underway, and for the nearly two months I haven't purchased a single clothing item. And I haven't missed it.

To be fair, the mall in Medicine Hat leaves much to be desired, and we've only been to Calgary once so far this year. Plus we've been pretty much snowed in here in Crowsnest Pass since we got here.

But my point is, I'm nearly two months in to a year with no clothing purchases and I don't mind or miss it.

So let's go with it.

I mean, I am acutely aware of the very real global burden of the fast fashion industry. (Watching the True Cost today).

And although I'm not headed for a capsule wardrobe anytime soon, I certainly don't need to be expanding mine.

Finally, I have all of the skills I need to increase the size of my wardrobe through making, and to be honest, the financial ability to support Canadian made products when I do want to make purchases.

So here's the plan:

1) Buy no new clothing in 2018.

2) Exceptions must be made in Canada.

3) or a Wedding Dress

Let's see how this goes.