Purchasing Guide

We here at LIVSN believe that by owning less, people are enabled to do more.

Having fewer possessions of higher quality makes life simpler. Removing redundant wardrobe choices can provide a sense of clarity.

However, the key to this kind of intentional minimalism is not necessarily to forgo material possessions but to seek out the right options for your life.

When making purchasing decisions, we’d encourage you to consider the following questions (adapted from @forgottenellipses on r/shoppingaddiction )

• Do I have a similar product already?
• Does this product fill a genuine need in my closet, or is it a want?
• Am I buying this just because it’s on sale?
• Will I use this product on a regular basis or could I borrow something similar for the rare occasion that I’ll need it?
• Will I use the product in a way that allows it to live up to its functional potential?
• Is buying this product worth the environmental impact of its production and eventual end of life?
• Does the money serve a better purpose elsewhere?
• Am I just bored/sad/lonely and using this new product as a distraction?
• Do I have space for said product?
• Am I buying this product just because of the packaging, marketing, or hype?
• Am I buying this because I fear it will go out of stock?
• Will my life be markedly different if I purchase this product? How? Is this a tangible difference directly caused by the product or is it an aspirational difference?
• If this product gets damaged, will I have the ability and motivation to repair it on my own or through a repair program?