Archive - Rule of Five

Can Fashion Transfer Your Energy?

Nieve Tierney believes in 'wardrobe healing'. Best of all, there's no need to buy anything new.

Apr 29 •

March 2025

Wait what, another rule? Absolutely one to be broken and here's how.

Mar 17 •

February 2025

Should We Buy Nothing?

No Buy 25 is trending right now. Is it a better option?

Feb 4 •

January 2025

Let's Go Rule of Five, 2025!

All aboard for the challenge that saves money, delivers style, helps the planet and teaches you about yourself and the world around you. I'm three years…

Jan 2 •

November 2024

Sick of Shopping?

It's the deepest, darkest, blackest of Fridays. Do NOT be tempted.

Nov 29, 2024 •

October 2024

How Many Clothes Do You Own?

And how much is too much? I counted.

Oct 29, 2024 •

June 2024

Upcycle like a Princess

The Rule of Five gets Royal endorsement! Kate's wardrobe upcycling shows there's no need to buy new - just follow these tips and tricks

Jun 30, 2024 •

May 2024

In the style of Bridget Jones...

One woman's search for meaning in her reduced fashion economy

May 27, 2024 •

How are you getting on with Less?

It's different, right? Here's my Q1 wardrobe report. Oops, it's more than I hoped...

May 6, 2024 •

March 2024

Next Saturday: Join me at The Fashion Fair

Join me next weekend for a showcase of vintage shopping, mending, renting, and altering in the House of Koko.

Mar 10, 2024 •

I've Been Shopping

Do you hear the cry of well thought out satisfaction? That's me! Making good decisions!

Mar 9, 2024 •

February 2024

Sew it Yourself

Could you make your own clothes? If replacing a button is the height of your skill set, maybe now is the time to try...

Feb 29, 2024 •

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