Half-Year Check-in
Now that June has wrapped up, we’re officially past the halfway mark of 2025 — which feels like the perfect moment to reflect on my New Year’s resolution and see how I’m doing.
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Skincare and beauty products ✨- I’ve been focusing on being more intentional with my beauty purchases, and I’m proud to say I’ve stuck to it quite well! I’ve made it a habit to regularly review the products I use, only repurchasing when something runs out. No duplicates, no clutter — just what I truly need and love.
Makeup 💄- I set a limit of three new makeup purchases for the year — and I’ve already reached that cap. So, no more new products for the rest of 2025! That said, I’ve been doing great with decluttering and letting go of older items. For instance, when I ran out of one of my favorite mascaras (which sadly isn’t available in stores anymore), I tried a brand I hadn’t used before. Since it was a direct replacement, I didn’t count it against my "new product" limit.
Nails 💅 - I’ve also successfully decluttered my gel nail polish collection — letting go of shades I only used once because they just weren’t my vibe. I’ve only purchased one new color this year, and I haven’t replaced my nail drill yet, so I’m still staying well within my goals.
Shoes 👟- I’ve kept things minimal here too — only purchasing one pair of white sneakers and one pair of sandals, both as replacements for older items that no longer served me well. No impulse buys, just thoughtful upgrades.
Coats 🧥- Another win in this category! I’ve only purchased one trench coat this year, replacing a faux leather one that had started to shred. It was a practical and necessary swap, and I’m happy to say I’ve kept things streamlined here as well.
Clothes 👗 - This one has been a real challenge. I originally set a limit of four new clothing items per month, with a stronger focus on staying within a monthly budget. While I did well with decluttering and letting go of unworn pieces, I definitely slipped during the summer. I averaged around eight new items per month, and while I mostly stayed within budget, I did go over in July while preparing for our August vacation. This has made me realize that my original rules might need a bit of rethinking — something more flexible and sustainable for the long term.
Bags 👜- I allowed myself to buy two bags in 2025 — and I’ve stuck to that! One was a long-time wishlist item, and the other was an urgent need: I realized I didn’t own a large shopping bag, so I picked one up at a great discount. I still have one more bag on my wishlist, and if the budget allows in the second half of the year, I plan to go for it.
Other Accessories 🧣- I set a seasonal limit of two accessory purchases — and I’ve done really well here! I bought a pair of leather gloves at the beginning of the year and a belt in spring that had been on my wishlist for a while. I haven’t purchased anything in summer yet, so I’m right on track.
Jewellery 💍- I set a limit of two jewellery pieces per month, and this rule has worked really well for me. So far, I’ve purchased one watch (to replace an old one), two pairs of earrings, one necklace, and two rings. All thoughtful purchases, and all within my set boundaries.
Home Decor 🏡 - I’ve remained consistent in this category too. I needed to replace a broken nightstand lamp, so I purchased a new pair. I also upgraded a few pillows and pillowcases, and bought a new rug for our sitting room to replace an old one. All practical, intentional updates that have made our space feel refreshed.
Art supplies 🎨- No new purchases here — and that’s a win! The tablet I got as a present last year has been an amazing investment, and I haven’t felt the need to add anything else to my art supply collection.
This year has been a journey of mindful consumption, intentional choices, and learning what works (and what doesn’t). While some categories challenged me more than others, I’m proud of the progress and the awareness I’ve built. I’m also open to adjusting my rules to make them more sustainable — because growth is all about balance.