{"id":102322,"date":"2025-02-21T23:22:32","date_gmt":"2025-02-21T23:22:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peraltafinancing.com\/business\/finance\/how-i-bought-no-clothes-for-over-a-year-clothing-ban\/"},"modified":"2025-02-21T23:22:32","modified_gmt":"2025-02-21T23:22:32","slug":"how-i-bought-no-clothes-for-over-a-year-clothing-ban","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=102322","title":{"rendered":"How I Bought No Clothes For Over A Year [Clothing Ban]"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div itemprop=\"text\">\n<p><strong>I have bought no clothing for over a year now and I\u2019m happier about it. Let\u2019s dive into my one-year clothing ban and what you can learn from that!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>It has been a while since I\u2019ve discovered the minimalist movement. I am very grateful to have encountered that over the last few years, radically changing my perspective.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>I have embraced <a href=\"https:\/\/radicalfire.com\/minimalist-lifestyle\/\" target=\"_blank\">minimalism<\/a> fully, where I\u2019ve gotten so sick of all the stuff that I\u2019ve <a href=\"https:\/\/radicalfire.com\/how-to-declutter\/\" target=\"_blank\">radically decluttered<\/a><strong> <\/strong>and <a href=\"https:\/\/radicalfire.com\/things-to-sell-to-make-money-fast\/\" target=\"_blank\">sold a lot of my stuff<\/a>. <\/p>\n<p>One of the main reasons to start this<strong> <\/strong>clothing ban is to <a data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"https:\/\/radicalfire.com\/simplify-your-life\/\" target=\"_blank\">simplify my life<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>When I have a room full of stuff, I somehow can\u2019t focus. I get distracted by the things in the room and it takes away from my concentration.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>I am still surprised at how relieved I felt when I donated a lot of my stuff. It\u2019s so much better to have less stuff to care about. What a relief!!<\/p>\n<p>From that came many other things, like my clothing ban.  As of September 2018, I didn\u2019t buy any new clothes, shoes, accessories, make-up, or anything similar.\u00a0My clothing ban is greatly inspired by Angela from Tread Lightly Retire Early, who is over <a href=\"https:\/\/treadlightlyretireearly.com\/2019\/03\/18\/in-the-pursuit-of-minimalism-lessons-from-a-two-year-clothing-ban\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">2.5 years in her clothing ban<\/a> and whose lifestyle and environmental consciousness impact many. <\/p>\n<p>In this article, I will share with you why I\u2019ve chosen a <strong>clothing ban<\/strong>, what I\u2019ve learned from it, and lastly I will share my tips on how to let your clothes last longer.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"My_Clothing_Shopping_Ban\">My Clothing &amp; Shopping Ban<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>I\u2019ve been an avid shopper since I was 13 years old. I was very much influenced by what others would think of me, meaning I would buy the branded jeans for $150 and the branded sweater for $80.<\/p>\n<p>I\u2019ve amassed a lot of clothing between the time I started high school and the time I started university. When I was in university I was <a href=\"https:\/\/radicalfire.com\/money-and-confidence\/\" target=\"_blank\">still trying to please people<\/a>, but I didn\u2019t spend too much money on my appearance anymore.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Not so much new clothing, new accessories, or new shoes as I would buy before. Yes, I would still buy new things, but the scale was much smaller.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>After my decluttering, there were still a lot of clothes left. Because I value both the environment and my wallet, I decided I should wear out everything I have first before buying anything new.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"Things_I_Learned\">Things I Learned<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"1_There_Is_Little_That_You_Really_Need\">1. There Is Little That You Really <em>Need<\/em><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>What I\u2019ve realized is that nothing I will ever buy makes me a better person, more likable, or more satisfied in the long run.\u00a0<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"A child in a closet with clothes on swingers MSN.\" class=\"wp-image-92428\" data-lazy-srcset=\"https:\/\/radicalfire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/MSN-Shopping.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/radicalfire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/MSN-Shopping-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/radicalfire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/MSN-Shopping-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/radicalfire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/MSN-Shopping-150x84.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/radicalfire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/MSN-Shopping.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/radicalfire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/MSN-Shopping.jpg\" alt=\"A child in a closet with clothes on swingers MSN.\" class=\"wp-image-92428\" srcset=\"https:\/\/radicalfire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/MSN-Shopping.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/radicalfire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/MSN-Shopping-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/radicalfire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/MSN-Shopping-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/radicalfire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/MSN-Shopping-150x84.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Credit: IgorVetushko\/DepositPhotos.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>This is a huge change in mindset for me!<\/p>\n<p>When I started my <strong>clothing ban<\/strong>, it was just about not buying new clothes. I had enough to wear, so why bother spending time and money buying new things?<\/p>\n<p>After I realized that there is little that I really need, my clothing ban has influenced my buying behavior in other parts of my life. I didn\u2019t buy any accessories, shoes, or make-up over the past year.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>I\u2019ve realized that I don\u2019t need to buy new things to be happy, which is a great feeling of freedom.<\/p>\n<p>At the moment I\u2019m trying to be creative when I need something, but I often find that it\u2019s just as easy to use another item instead of getting something new.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s easier to buy the things that you want and get rid of them later \u2013 but why would you buy them in the first place if you don\u2019t need them? Recycling and reusing items is great, but the best thing is to stop buying in the first place.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Fashion is one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theguardian.com\/commentisfree\/2019\/jun\/18\/fast-fashion-environmental-audit-committee-polluting-industry\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">most polluting industries in the world<\/a>, as it is <a href=\"https:\/\/unfccc.int\/news\/un-helps-fashion-industry-shift-to-low-carbon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">consuming MORE energy than the shipping and aviation industry<\/a> <strong>combined<\/strong>. If we want to stop this, it\u2019s incredibly important to stop buying things we don\u2019t need.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The things that you actually <strong>need<\/strong> in life aren\u2019t things, the things you need are passion projects you work on (<a href=\"https:\/\/radicalfire.com\/start-a-blog-complete-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\">like the blog<\/a>) and the people you spend your time with.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"2_Set_Yourself_Up_For_Success\">2. Set Yourself Up For Success<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It is great if you want to build up self-discipline by not spending money.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>BUT, it\u2019s a lot easier if you\u2019re setting yourself up for success. What I did is unsubscribe from all marketing emails, unfollow any brands I followed on social media, and most importantly: ignore the sales.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>This is again the Radical approach, but it certainly helps with building the habit. It\u2019s a way to keep buying things out of sight, out of mind.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Recognize your patterns and break them. I was a boredom shopper. Whenever I didn\u2019t know what to do on weekends, I\u2019d go shopping. It\u2019s so easy to buy things to set your mind onto something else.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>When you\u2019re starting something like a <strong>clothing ban<\/strong>, you are forced to break your old habits and create new ones.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s about finding a replacement for your old behavior in something else. For me, it was not going shopping on the weekends, but going for a long walk or go work out. It was a healthier and more fulfilling replacement for me, that was free and didn\u2019t involve buying more things.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"3_You_Get_Used_To_Advertising\">3. You Get Used To Advertising<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>During my studies, I\u2019ve learned a lot about behavioral finance, marketing psychology, and the irrational buying behavior we all have.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>When you\u2019re committing to something like a <strong>clothing ban<\/strong> or a no-buy challenge, you become \u2018immune\u2019 to advertising. There\u2019s no single ad that gives you the urge to buy anymore.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>How freeing is that!<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"4_You_Save_A_LOT_Of_Money_Time\">4. You Save A LOT Of Money &amp; Time<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you\u2019re buying out of habit, it can add up over time. You get a $20 thing here and a $10 there. It\u2019s not a big deal at the moment, but it can add up to thousands of dollars over the course of a year \u2013 over time it can even lead to <a href=\"https:\/\/radicalfire.com\/beat-lifestyle-inflation\/\" target=\"_blank\">lifestyle inflation<\/a><strong>.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"Smiling Woman Holding Money MSN\" class=\"wp-image-84268\" data-lazy-srcset=\"https:\/\/radicalfire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Happy-Woman-Holding-Money-MSN.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/radicalfire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Happy-Woman-Holding-Money-MSN-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/radicalfire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Happy-Woman-Holding-Money-MSN-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/radicalfire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Happy-Woman-Holding-Money-MSN-150x84.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/radicalfire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Happy-Woman-Holding-Money-MSN.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/radicalfire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Happy-Woman-Holding-Money-MSN.jpg\" alt=\"Smiling Woman Holding Money MSN\" class=\"wp-image-84268\" srcset=\"https:\/\/radicalfire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Happy-Woman-Holding-Money-MSN.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/radicalfire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Happy-Woman-Holding-Money-MSN-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/radicalfire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Happy-Woman-Holding-Money-MSN-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/radicalfire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Happy-Woman-Holding-Money-MSN-150x84.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Credit: Vadymvdrobot\/Depositphotos.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>I mean, what else could you possibly spend that money on? Hmmm, I know something. What about <a href=\"https:\/\/radicalfire.com\/ultimate-guide-financial-independence-retire-early\/\" target=\"_blank\">Financial Independence or Retire Early<\/a><strong>?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re working towards Financial Independence, you know it: <a href=\"https:\/\/radicalfire.com\/truths-about-money\/\" target=\"_blank\">time is more important than money<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>So in addition to costing a lot of money, shopping costs a lot of time. You\u2019re not thinking about the 30 minutes here or 20 minutes there, but this adds up over time. This can total again to thousands of minutes over an entire year.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>There are many other things you could spend your time on!<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re eliminating the non-essential shopping, you free up a LOT of time for things that give you joy.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"5_Finding_Your_Enough\">5. Finding Your Enough<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In the beginning, I felt this FOMO (fear of missing out). But once I got over the initial hurdle, I got involved in more productive activities. I didn\u2019t distract myself from shopping as much as I would have in the past.<\/p>\n<p>The less I was shopping, the less I actually wanted to buy new things. I realized that I have a closet full of good clothes that fit me well, so there wasn\u2019t a need to buy anything new.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>As more time passed, I became happier with the things I already had.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>What I currently have in my closet is everything I need. Limiting myself in not buying new things, makes me grateful for every item of clothing I do have in my closet.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Instead of me feeling limited by the fact that I couldn\u2019t add any new clothes, I felt freedom. Freedom to spend as little time as possible thinking about what to wear. I mean, there\u2019s a reason why <a href=\"https:\/\/radicalfire.com\/wear-same-clothess-every-day\/\" target=\"_blank\">people choose to wear the same clothes every day<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>I no longer feel drained and stressed when I\u2019m standing in front of my closet, deciding what to wear. I pick one of my work outfits and I go to work. What an amazing feeling that is!<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"I_Almost_Screwed_Up\">I Almost Screwed Up<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>I have to admit that it can be hard at times. It\u2019s not all rainbows and butterflies.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Especially in the beginning when you\u2019re getting used to the situation, it\u2019s hard to not buy new things when it\u2019s still a habit.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>I forgot several times that I was having a<strong> clothing ban<\/strong> while I was in the city center. I ALMOST bought something, only to remember last minute that it was my decision not to buy anything this year.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Other times when it\u2019s hard to not buy new things is when you are going for a holiday or vacation. I\u2019m currently traveling for four months in a mini-retirement, meaning that I was checking what things I wanted to pack.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>I didn\u2019t buy a bikini in the last three years, so I wanted to replace my perfectly fine bikini with a new \u2018fashionable\u2019 item. I decided against it, as I had a perfectly fine bikini.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Again, it\u2019s all about being content with what you have and being aware of the impact that buying new things has on the environment.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>It is my decision to not buy anything. I could if I wanted to but honestly, I don\u2019t feel the need.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"How_To_Make_Your_Clothes_Last_Longer\">How To Make Your Clothes Last Longer<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>One important thing if you want your wardrobe to last longer, is to make your clothes last longer. Treat them with care, that will help a LOT. Give them the love they need!<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"Woman posing near clothes\" class=\"wp-image-93572\" data-lazy-srcset=\"https:\/\/radicalfire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Woman-posing-near-clothes.png 1200w, https:\/\/radicalfire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Woman-posing-near-clothes-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/radicalfire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Woman-posing-near-clothes-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/radicalfire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Woman-posing-near-clothes-150x84.png 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/radicalfire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Woman-posing-near-clothes.png\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/radicalfire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Woman-posing-near-clothes.png\" alt=\"Woman posing near clothes\" class=\"wp-image-93572\" srcset=\"https:\/\/radicalfire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Woman-posing-near-clothes.png 1200w, https:\/\/radicalfire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Woman-posing-near-clothes-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/radicalfire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Woman-posing-near-clothes-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/radicalfire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Woman-posing-near-clothes-150x84.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image credit:<br \/>\nAndrewLozovyi\/Depositphotos.<br \/>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"1_Wash_Less_Often\">1. Wash Less Often<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No, I\u2019m not talking about wearing your clothes if they smell!\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Some things need a wash after one time of wearing, other things you can wear for days before they begin to smell. Honestly, I wash my pants a lot less compared to my shirts.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>I wash something if it\u2019s dirty or it smells.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"2_Hang-Dry_Your_Clothes_-_Always\">2. Hang-Dry Your Clothes \u2013 Always!<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>I\u2019ve never had a dryer in my life. I hang dry my clothes always, and I find that makes them lost a lot longer.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Whenever I\u2019m traveling I\u2019m bringing my laundry to a place where they wash, dry, and fold your clothes. While this is a great service and they\u2019re done within three hours, I often find my clothes given back with holes or stretched fabric.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Try it yourself and hang dry your clothes, it isn\u2019t a lot more work and it makes your clothes last a whole lot longer. On top of that, you will <a href=\"https:\/\/radicalfire.com\/cut-your-electric-bill-in-half\/\" target=\"_blank\">reduce your energy bill<\/a> greatly when you stop using the dryer!<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"3_Wear_Chill_Clothes_At_Home\">3. Wear Chill Clothes At Home<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Whenever I come home from work, I get out of my work clothes as soon as possible. I LOVE the feeling of getting into my joggings and my sweatshirt, so much more relaxed!<\/p>\n<p>Another pro of that approach is that you can possibly wear your clothes again since you only wear them for a limited part during the day.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"4_Wash_On_Cold\">4. Wash On Cold<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you\u2019re wanting to reduce your electricity bill, wash on cold. I never wash hotter than 30 Celcius, which makes my clothes perfectly clean and smell fresh.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Washing on cold will also preserve the colors in the clothes, making them last longer.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"5_Wash_Dark_Clothing_Inside_Out\">5. Wash Dark Clothing Inside Out<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>I would say 60% of my wardrobe had dark colors. Perhaps even more.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The point is, if you wash dark clothing inside out, the color will last longer.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The same for t-shirts \u2013 if you\u2019re washing them inside out you will prevent the print on the shirt from fading.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"6_Learn_Basic_Mending\">6. Learn Basic Mending<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Many people throw clothes away when my button falls off or a small hole forms. Don\u2019t be that person!<\/p>\n<p>I have to admit that I\u2019m still learning it, but whenever I visit my parents I\u2019ll ask them to help me with fixing my clothes. I\u2019m getting better and better, perhaps one day I\u2019ll be able to do it independently like a real adult \u2013 who knows!\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"Moving_Forward\">Moving Forward<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This <strong>clothing ban<\/strong> was such a positive experience for me. I spend less attention on my clothes, I dress a lot quicker, and my clothing takes up little space.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>One of the things that I would love to do in the future is to shop second-hand and sustainably. While I think I don\u2019t need any new clothing for some time, I do want to go into it sustainably when I will.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Shoes are something that I will need fairly quickly, work shoes to be specific. I have an office job (yay..) and worn-out shoes are not acceptable. <\/p>\n<p>You know I love a challenge, so let\u2019s see how long I can make this <strong>clothing ban<\/strong> last and when I will need new shoes. <\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Did you ever do a clothing or shopping ban? If not, are you planning on taking on the challenge?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"saboxplugin-wrap\" itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Person\" itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"author\">\n<div class=\"saboxplugin-tab\">\n<div class=\"saboxplugin-gravatar\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" width=\"100\" height=\"100\" alt=\"Radical FIRE Financial Independence Retire Early - Ecuador Photo with Dog Labrador\" itemprop=\"image\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/radicalfire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Knipsel.webp\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/radicalfire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Knipsel.webp\" width=\"100\" height=\"100\" alt=\"Radical FIRE Financial Independence Retire Early - Ecuador Photo with Dog Labrador\" itemprop=\"image\"\/><\/div>\n<div class=\"saboxplugin-desc\">\n<div itemprop=\"description\">\n<p><strong>Founder of Spark Nomad, Radical FIRE, Journalist<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Expertise: Personal finance and travel content<br \/>Education: Bachelor of Economics at Radboud University, Master in Finance at Radboud University, Minor in Economics at Chapman University.<br \/>Over 200 articles, essays, and short stories published across the web.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Experience<\/strong>: Marjolein Dilven is a journalist and founder of Radical FIRE, a personal finance platform, and Spark Nomad, a travel platform. Marjolein has a finance and economics background with a master\u2019s in Finance. She has quit her job to travel the world, documenting her travels on Spark Nomad to help people plan their travels. Marjolein Dilven has written for publications like MSN, Associated Press, CNBC, Town News syndicate, and more.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- CONTENT END 2 -->\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>I have bought no clothing for over a year now and I\u2019m happier about it. Let\u2019s dive into my one-year clothing ban and what you can learn from that! It has been a while since I\u2019ve discovered the minimalist movement. 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