After ended a No Buy Year in March 2021, I moved into an unofficial Low Buy Year, where I was aiming to save money, but had no hard and fast rules, only that I needed to be mindful with my purchases and avoid buying things I didn't really need or want. I thought I would share how I did and the amounts I spent throughout the year.
Please bear in mind we all have different circumstances, budgets and values. Sharing this with you isn't to show off, nor should there be any competition for who has spent less. I just aim for transparency to hopefully inspire you to look at your purchases with scrutiny, work out what's important to you and then perhaps spend accordingly.
For 12 months in 2020 into 2021, I bought absolutely nothing but essentials, sometimes referred to as a No Buy Year. I did this in a bid to save the most money I possibly could, so that not only would this help with my financial goals, but that should the worst happen through this weird time, I'd be ok financially. Through completing a year long no buy (along with other money saving methods) I managed to save more than 50% of my take home salary which is both mind boggling and life changing. I'm fairly certain I will have changed my relationship with money forever.
Whilst completing this no buy year, I also bought no clothing for two years, and I've shared my experience on my channel. If you are looking to do a no buy year, or a smaller goal of a no buy month or a no spend month, be sure to check out my other videos as you may find tips and insights that might help you. Doing a no buy challenge or a no spend challenge isn't easy, and I don't recommend as a permanent lifestyle, but it certainly has its benefits. You might want to take a slightly less extreme approach and try a low buy year or a low buy month instead - you'll still find plenty of tips here on my channel.
Over the last few years, I've come to the realisation that whilst a certain level of material things do add to your life, more stuff will not necessarily make you happier. This realisation hit me when I looked around my home that was filled with stuff (so much so I felt I needed a bigger house) and couldn't say I was particularly happier than when I lived in Spain (in 2008) when everything I had with me fit in one large drawer and a very small wardrobe.
These days I prefer to adopt a buy less, buy better approach, with a focus on quality over quantity, removing the clutter, and utilising my money in the best way possible.
WHERE ELSE TO FIND ME:
Instagram - / kirstyloukirby
Blog - www.kirstykirby.com
PRODUCTS MENTIONED Any prices mentioned in the video were correct at time of purchase - they may have fallen or risen since
(None of these links provided are affiliate links)
Bissel Pro Heat 2x Revolution Pet - rb.gy/t9ndx2
Sage Mini Oven (cheapest UK link I could find at time of upload) - rb.gy/pprefx
Trilogy Botanical Body Wash - rb.gy/j4lql7
Caudalie Lip Conditioner - rb.gy/x3kb9y
Caudalie Shower Gel - rb.gy/ryuk9f
Kerastase Shampoo (Gentle version) - rb.gy/btspkr
Kerastase Conditioner - rb.gy/kidpft
Fortnum & Mason Loose Tea (all varieties) - rb.gy/crieit
NEOM The 'Get to Know NEOM' Edit - rb.gy/07rkfp
NEOM The Sleepy Routine - rb.gy/1jqm9z
NEOM Wellbeing Essential Oil Blends Collection - rb.gy/nk8noa
NEOM Bath Foam & Body Oil - rb.gy/4b2xb2
MAKE UP WORN:
ABH Modern Renaissance Palette
Estee Lauder Sumptuous Extreme Mascara
Benefit Gimme Brow
Estee Lauder Double Wear Foundation
Tarte Shape Tape Concealer
Laura Mercier Translucent Powder
MAC SkinFinish in Medium Deep (As Bronzer)
Zoeva Coral Blush Palette
MAC Lipstick in Velvet Teddy
NAILS:
Chanel Le Vernis Nail Polish in Particuliere
CLOTHING:
Jumper Dress - Jack Wills (For about 3 - 4 years ago)
LIGHTING:
I use natural light (i.e. I sit in front of a window) supported by a ring light on darker days.
DISCLAIMER:
All products were purchased with my own money and this video is in no way sponsored. Should a video ever be sponsored, or should I receive goods for free to review I will always aim to disclose this either in the video or in the video description. My views will always remain honest and my own.
Items marked with an asterisk were received as a gift or as PR.
I do sometimes use affiliate links in my description, these links do not cost you any more to purchase, often you will receive a discount, but I may earn money from these links.
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