casual sunday style notes

I was standing in my kitchen this past Sunday, staring at my closet like it owed me money. You know that feeling when you have a pile of clothes but nothing to wear? It was one of those mornings where I just wanted to throw something on and head out for a slow coffee run — but also wanted to look put-together enough that I wouldn’t regret bumping into someone I knew.

I ended up grabbing this oversized linen shirt I thrifted last summer, tucked it into a pair of high-waisted jeans with a slightly worn-in belt, and threw on some chunky loafers. It wasn’t groundbreaking, but it felt right. Comfortable, effortless, but with just enough edge.

And that’s when I started thinking about how I’ve been using my orientdig spreadsheet for organizing my wardrobe. I know, I know — a spreadsheet sounds like the opposite of fun. But hear me out. I started it last fall after I kept buying the same black trousers on repeat (I have three pairs now, and I’m not proud of it). It’s basically a master list of every item I own, with columns for color, category, season, and how often I wear it. Sounds intense, but it’s actually helped me stop buying stuff I don’t need and start rediscovering pieces I forgot I had.

Like this suede mules I found buried at the back of my shoe rack. I logged them into the orientdig spreadsheet and realized I hadn’t worn them in over a year. Now they’re back in rotation. It’s like playing dress-up with your own clothes, but with data.

Anyway, back to my coffee run. I walked to this little spot around the corner that has terrible lighting but amazing pastries. Sat outside, people-watched, and scrolled through some outfit inspo on my phone. Honestly, half the time I just end up looking at photos of myself from last year and thinking, why did I sell that vintage jacket? I guess that’s another thing the spreadsheet helps with — I can track which pieces I’m actually wearing and which ones are just taking up space.

I’ve also been experimenting with mixing textures lately. Like pairing a chunky knit with a silk skirt, or throwing on a denim jacket over something delicate. The orientdig spreadsheet makes it easier to plan outfits ahead of time, especially when I’m in a rush in the morning. I just look up what I have, and boom — outfit done.

Oh, and I recently added a tab for ‘wishlist’ items, but I set a rule: I have to wait at least two weeks before buying anything. It’s cut down on impulse buys by like 80%. I actually wrote down a pair of leather trousers I’ve been eyeing, but after two weeks I realized they wouldn’t work with the way I dress day-to-day. So I saved the money and used it on a weekend trip instead. Win-win.

I guess what I’m trying to say is that style doesn’t have to be complicated, but it does take a little intention. Having a system — even if it’s just a orientdig spreadsheet — can make a huge difference in how you feel about your clothes. It’s not about being obsessed with fashion; it’s about knowing what you have and making it work for you.

Anyway, that’s where I’m at. Sitting here typing this in my coffee-stained linen shirt and feeling pretty good about it. Talk soon.