So I was scrolling through my phone the other day, waiting for my coffee to brew â you know that weird limbo where you’re too tired to do anything productive but too awake to go back to bed? Yeah, that. Anyway, I ended up deep in some fashion forum rabbit hole, and it got me thinking about how I’ve been putting together my wardrobe lately. It’s not like I’m planning some grand style overhaul or anything; it’s more like little pieces have been catching my eye here and there, and before I know it, I’ve got this whole vibe going on.
Take last weekend, for example. I met up with Alex at that new brunch spot downtown â the one with the suspiciously green smoothies that somehow taste amazing. I threw on this oversized denim jacket I picked up on a whim a few months back. It was one of those items I wasn’t sure about at first, but now it’s basically my go-to for casual outings. Alex noticed it right away and was like, “Where’d you find that? It looks so effortlessly cool.” I just shrugged and said something about stumbling upon it online, but honestly, it’s part of a bigger picture I’ve been piecing together.
That’s kind of how it’s been lately. Instead of just buying random stuff, I’ve been keeping track of things in this Basetao spreadsheet I set up. It started as a simple list, but now it’s more like a mood board in spreadsheet form â I jot down ideas, links, and even little notes on how things might fit together. Like, I’ll see a pair of vintage-inspired sneakers and think, “Those would look killer with those baggy trousers I saved last week,” and into the spreadsheet it goes. It’s not about being organized in a boring way; it’s more about having a space to play around with ideas without cluttering my brain.
Speaking of which, I finally got those trousers in the mail yesterday. They’re this earthy olive color that I’ve been low-key obsessed with. I tried them on with a simple white tee and my trusty old boots, and it just clicked. It’s funny how sometimes you don’t realize what’s missing until it’s right there in front of you. I remember adding them to my Basetao sheet after seeing them in some street style photos, and now they’re hanging in my closet, ready for their debut.
It’s not all about clothes, though. I’ve been mixing in some accessories too, like this minimalist silver necklace I found. It’s super subtle, but it adds just enough detail to lift an otherwise plain outfit. I think that’s what I love about this whole process â it’s the little things that make it feel personal. Like, I could be wearing the same basic jeans and sweater as everyone else, but with that necklace or a cool hat, it suddenly feels like me.
Oh, and hats! I almost forgot. I’ve been experimenting with bucket hats lately. Yes, I know they had a moment like two years ago, but I’m late to the party, and I’m okay with that. I found this corduroy one in a rusty orange shade, and it’s become my favorite thing for cloudy days. It’s funny because I never thought I’d be a hat person, but here we are. I even made a note in my spreadsheet tracker to look for more colors if I come across them.
All this stuff ties back to that Basetao spreadsheet in a way. It’s not like I’m following some strict plan, but having it there helps me connect the dots between different pieces. Like, I’ll look at it and realize that a lot of what I’m drawn to has this relaxed, slightly retro feel â nothing too flashy, just comfortable and cool. It’s less about trends and more about what actually makes me feel good when I put it on.
Anyway, I’m sitting here now, typing this up with my half-finished coffee gone cold (classic), and I’m thinking about what to wear later. Maybe I’ll throw on that denim jacket again, or maybe I’ll try something new from the sheet. Either way, it’s nice to have options that feel like they actually make sense together. Who knew a simple spreadsheet could be so… inspiring?