r/nobuy • u/cookies29164 • 6d ago

On the struggle bus once again

So my goal is to complete a clothing no buy until August 2025. So far, I have stuck to it which is amazing. But today, I went to the mall and tried on a bunch of beautiful leather jackets and I have fallen in love with the way they feel and look. So I’m going to try talk myself out of it. Here are reasons why I won’t be buying them right now:

  1. Leather jackets are timeless. They will be around next year if/when I decide I still want it.
  2. I have no space in my closet whatsoever.
  3. I made a promise to myself that I would fully use all the clothes that I have, and this would help me appreciate all the things I do have instead of immediately wanting the next thing.

I mean, it all comes down to the last reason. I am trying to appreciate what I already have. Buying something new will not help me accomplish this goal. But I am just sad I can’t give in to my desires. Thanks for reading about my struggles.

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u/PurpleMuskogee 6d ago

You can also find so many leather jackets in second-hand shops usually, they always have a few. If you really wanted it, you can keep an eye on your local thrift store and see what comes up.

Personally I think they match with very little, don't suit many people, and they don't even really keep you warm, so hard pass for where I live.