I'm baaaaccckkk !!!!
Sorry for the hiatus, I recently moved to a new place and have been unpacking like crazy!! Sadly, I lost my walk in closet; however, I gained forgotten clothing! By packing up my old closet, I found items that have been long forgotten!
For example, this dress I have on. It's Lauren by Ralph Lauren and hugs me in all the right places. This is a great dress and I LOVE the colors in it. I cannot believe I forgot I had this!
How often do we do this? It can be a favorite tee from years back that was pushed to the back of a drawer. Or those sandals you bought on sale at the end of summer last year and kept in the shoebox on top of other boxes? Organization plays a key role in closets, do not get me wrong; however, sometimes it's also nice to do a closet inventory.
This should be done at least once a year. Go through each item in your closet. Do not just glance at it and move on. Pull out the item. Ask yourself these questions:
~ Have I worn this in the past six months? In a year?
~ If not, odds are you will not wear it again.
~ Does this still fit?
~ Take the time to try it on. The worst thing you can do is assume it fits and is flattering at all
angles. If you like, have a friend with you and get their opinion as well.
~ Is it still wearable?
~ Check to see if the clothing needs to be repaired or requires any tailoring. If it is stained, ripped
or faded, toss it. If the item needs repaired, place it to the side. DO NOT PLACE IT BACK IN
YOUR CLOSET. Either take it to a tailor or fix it yourself.
~ Do I still love it?
~ This question is very important. Why have a piece clothing in your closet if you don't love it? If
you find it boring, are tired of it, or if you are questioning why you ever bought it in the first
place, get rid of it.
Do not make snap decisions, however. If you have a hard time answering this question, you
need more time. Place the item in the front of your closet for a while. After a couple months,
look back at the item. What are your feelings now?
~ Can I name three other items I can wear this with?
~ How often do we buy an item and think, "I'll find SOMETHING to wear with this!" and then
the item sits in our closet? More often than one would think. Make sure your clothing can be
mixed and matched with other items in your closet.
If you answer no to any of these questions, it is time to get rid of the item. There are plenty of options for these discarded pieces. If you would like to make some money, you can take the clothing to a local consignment shop. If you like, you could take your gently used clothing to donation centers such as Goodwill. Or, if the clothing is in good condition, you can always give it away to friends or family who may get more use out of it (just ask my sister!).
By doing a closet inventory, you are not only getting rid of items that you will never wear (and that are taking up your closet space), but also finding long forgotten items that you can incorporate into your current wardrobe!
Earrings and Necklace: Nicole by Nicole Miller; Dress: Lauren by Ralph Lauren
Earrings and Necklace: Nicole by Nicole Miller; Dress: Lauren by Ralph Lauren; Pumps: Jessica Simpson
Clutch: La Regale
Earrings and Necklace: Nicole by Nicole Miller; Dress: Lauren by Ralph Lauren; Clutch: La Regale; Pumps: Jessica Simpson
Earrings and Necklace: Nicole by Nicole Miller; Dress: Lauren by Ralph Lauren
Dress: Lauren by Ralph Lauren; Pumps: Jessica Simpson
