Do you ever feel like you have nothing to wear while staring into a packed closet?
That is exactly where I start - the clothes in your closet! Let’s prioritize what you like, what fits well and what you gravitate toward. Then figure out how to combine pieces in fun new ways.
Then we can think about shopping - in store or online - to look for a few gems to update your existing collection and add versatility.
Follow these tips to start curating your own closet…
START WITH YOU
What do you find yourself wearing all the time? Skirts, pants, sweats, flats, heels, jeans… make a list
MARIE CONDO-ish
The idea of dumping everything out of your closet into a huge pile feels a little overwhelming for me - I prefer to go group by group.
Shoes
Skirts/Pants
Jeans
Sweaters
T-shirts
Blouses
Dresses
To begin…
I’m starting with the t-shirts but please repeat with each group.
Take all your t-shirts out. Separate the dinghy, holey ones - create a donation pile.
Try on the remaining shirts and see what fits. If it is a favorite but has a stain, try the dry cleaner, they have saved a few of my favorites.
Look for a trend in each group.
I find most people have a go-to shape and tend to own 5 or more of the same style. Try to pair down and keep only 1 or 2 of that silhouette. We want your closet to maximize outfit options so add new combinations ... maybe a boatneck 3/4 sleeve t-shirt or a tank top could increase flexibility. Two different silhouettes in each t-shirt group (short sleeve, long sleeve, tank) should be plenty.
JOIN THE PRESENT
Keep what works for your life and your body now. Maybe styles have shifted or your body has changed. Keep what works today.
Make sure you have staple pieces
A t-shirt, pant, skirt and jeans can go a long way, especially when paired with a fitted blazer.
Shoes:
A ballet flat (or something similar)
A black or silver heel
A sandal
A tennis shoe
T-shirts:
A short sleeved (or tank) simple black or navy, and white.
A long sleeved simple black or navy, and white.
Jeans:
A straight leg
A wide leg
A cropped leg
You can see some other ideas on my pinterest page for ‘Moms’.
HAPPY CULLING!