Sunday Mornings, Linen Shirts, and That Spreadsheet My Friend Won’t Stop Talking About

So I was sitting in this little corner cafe on Sunday morning, you know the one with the mismatched chairs and that barista who always remembers your order? The sun was just starting to peek through the big windows, and I had my laptop open, half-working, half-people-watching. Honestly, I should’ve been finishing that freelance project, but my brain was still in weekend mode.

Then I remembered this thing my friend Clara mentioned last week – she called it her orientdig spreadsheet. At first I was like, “A spreadsheet? For fashion?” But she said it’s not just any spreadsheet. It’s where she tracks all her outfits, notes what works, what doesn’t, and even plans future looks based on her mood or events. Kinda genius, right?

I’m wearing this oversized linen shirt today – thrifted, obviously – with my favorite vintage Levi’s that are perfectly broken in. The shirt is this soft cream color that makes me feel put-together without trying too hard. And my beat-up Converse because, well, comfort always wins on Sundays. But looking at my outfit now, I started thinking about Clara’s system. Like, would this fit into her orientdig method? Probably under “lazy chic” or something.

The guy at the next table just ordered his third espresso. Mood.

Anyway, back to the spreadsheet thing. Clara showed me hers last night over wine (yes, we ended up talking about fashion spreadsheets while slightly tipsy, don’t judge). She has columns for date, occasion, items worn, weather, and even a little notes section where she writes things like “felt confident” or “got compliments on the bag.” It’s not about being obsessive, she said, but about being intentional. Instead of staring at a closet full of clothes and feeling overwhelmed, she checks her orientdig tracker for inspiration. Sometimes she discovers patterns, like realizing she always reaches for that same black blazer when she needs a confidence boost.

My coffee’s gone cold. Typical.

What I find cool about this whole orientdig approach is how it mixes practicality with creativity. It’s not just listing items; it’s about the story behind them. Like today’s shirt – I bought it on a trip to Lisbon last year, and every time I wear it, I get a little nostalgic. That’s something I’d want to remember in my own version of the spreadsheet.

Speaking of trips, I’m loosely planning a weekend getaway next month. Nothing fancy, just a cabin in the woods. But instead of overpacking like I usually do (who needs five sweaters for two days?), I’m thinking of using a simple orientdig template to plan my capsule wardrobe. Maybe just two bottoms, three tops, and layers. And my trusty Dr. Martens because muddy trails.

The barista just brought me a fresh latte without me asking. See? This is why I love this place.

Fashion can feel so noisy sometimes – trends coming and going, endless “must-haves” that don’t actually fit your life. But tools like Clara’s orientdig system bring it back to personal experience. It’s not about what you should wear; it’s about what makes you feel like yourself. Even if “yourself” is currently in a coffee-stained linen shirt on a lazy Sunday.

The sun’s fully out now, warming up the whole cafe. I should probably close my laptop and actually enjoy the day. Maybe take a walk, notice how the light hits the buildings, get inspired. Or maybe just go home and nap. Both are valid.

Anyway, if you’re ever feeling stuck in a style rut or just curious, maybe try making your own version of that spreadsheet. Or don’t. No pressure. But hey, if you do, let me know how it goes. We can compare notes over coffee sometime.

Or wine. Definitely wine.