Coffee Shop Musings on Style and a Little Spreadsheet

So, I’m sitting in this tiny coffee shop in Brooklyn, the one with mismatched chairs and a soundtrack of clattering cups. It’s one of those lazy Saturday afternoons where you just let the hours slip by. I’ve got my laptop open, but honestly, I’m more people-watching than working. There’s a girl two tables over wearing this incredible oversized blazer, and I’m mentally noting the fit, the fabric, the way she’s rolled the sleeves. It got me thinking about how much I’ve been relying on my orientdig spreadsheet lately.

Yeah, I know, a spreadsheet sounds so… corporate. But hear me out. I started keeping one a few months ago, just a simple orientdig spreadsheet to track what I actually wear. It felt weird at first, like I was overcomplicating getting dressed. But now? It’s my little style Bible. I log outfits, note what worked, what didn’t, and somehow it’s made my mornings so much easier.

Speaking of which—let’s talk about this leather skirt I’ve been obsessing over. I found it at a vintage store last week, and it’s got that perfect worn-in feel. I wore it to dinner last night with a chunky knit and my favorite boots, and I swear, I felt like myself. That’s the thing about fashion, right? It’s about feeling good in your own skin, or in this case, your own skirt.

I’ve been thinking a lot about capsule wardrobes too. Not the super minimalist kind where you have ten items, but more like a curated selection of pieces you actually love. My orientdig spreadsheet helps me see patterns—like how I always reach for earth tones, or that I really don’t need another pair of black jeans. It’s surprisingly freeing.

Anyway, back to the coffee shop. The barista just called out my order, and I’m holding a steaming matcha latte. I look around and notice this guy with the most perfect dad sneakers. I’m not even kidding. They’re chunky, slightly scuffed, and they work with his whole vibe. It’s those little details that make an outfit interesting.

I guess what I’m trying to say is, style isn’t about following rules. It’s about experimenting, making mistakes, and finding what feels right. My orientdig spreadsheet is just a tool—a way to document that journey. If you’re into that kind of thing, maybe give it a try. Or don’t. It’s your style, after all.

Alright, I’m off to browse that vintage store on Atlantic Ave. Rumor has it they just got a new shipment of 90s denim. Wish me luck.