![]() "Most women wear 20% of their clothes 80% of the time". I think this comes down to not really seeing what we own due to overflowing, disorganised wardrobes that don't function to their best. I'm sharing a simple way to organise your wardrobe so you can see what you have and get the most value out your clothes and wear everything all the time. Benefits to closet curation:
Preparing:
as you uncover things you forgot you had, especially the things you bought in the end of season sales and only wore once or twice.) How:
Exceptions: There will always be crossovers, for example:
Tips and ideas:
For Fun: Now you've got a curated closet, and are in outfit creation mode, jump on board with me for "Fresh Looks Feb", where you wear a different outfit every day in February. I'd love to see how you get on over on facebook and instagram where I'll be sharing what I come up with along with ideas and tips on how to style your outfits and get the most possible value out of your wardrobe. I hope to see you there. #freshlooksfeb For help with your closet confusion or anything else fashion and style contact me for a free 1/2 hour assessment.
"Fashion is about clothes - style is about the wearer". So after my last blogs on finding your style and op shopping the savvy way - I decided to walk the talk on a recent road trip and follow my own rules and this is how it turned out: My style words: Urban, Elegant, 70's retro, Parisian vibe - (I made that one up). Gaps in my wardrobe:
Modus operandi: Wait for husband to go get lunch in whatever town we are in and boom! - hit the thrift shops list in hand. I realise this comes across as sexist and some partners or travel companions will be happy to join you but not mine so you have to be strategic to allow for maximum thrifting time, lunch can wait. Result: Pic one - The exact style and colour cardigan I was after and and an elegant skirt for work = $9 Pic two - Striped scoop neck tee, ( I got 2 actually), parisian vibe = $7 for both Pic three - Green dress - not on list but will be perfect for work and I have been wanting to wear more pattern. Platform wedges both 70's retro. Shoes as new and a fiver, dress from Recycle Boutique Mt Maunganui and a bit dearer at $27 but still original and fun. Conclusion:
So there you go, armed with your personal style words a list of what you are requiring op shopping can be a fun and efficient way to fill the gaps in your wardrobe and maybe score an extra treasure or two along the way for a song. (My total spend was under $50 and I got five items that i have incorporated into my wardrobe already). Remember: People of all shapes, sizes, styles and walks of life donate to charities and, if you have a clear picture of your personal styles and what you need to fill the gaps in your wardrobe, you can shop thoughtfully and with direction while exercising your creativity and saving money as well as the planet. If you found this helpful - follow me on social media and look out for my next blog in late January - "How to organise your wardrobe and wear all your clothes - all the time". For help with your wardrobe woes call me to book a free 1/2 hour assessment. |
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