I love getting rid of clothes. Every time I step into my room and cannot see the floor, I feel the need to reassess my living strategy. A cluttered closet is the symbol of a cluttered life. And in my case, my cluttered closet spills over onto my floor, into my mind, and closes in on the light and order of my mind and heart. Time to bring out the garbage bags.
I do this often. Very often. And I rarely buy new clothes. Therefore, in the past two years, I have given away over three times what I currently own. That is a great amount, however, it is never enough. I need to pare down even more. I want to get rid of my dressers, and only have my rack in my closet and my rack in the laundry room with which to hold all of my clothes.
So, where do I start?
Last time, a month or so ago, I got rid of everything that I don't wear often, that does not fit me perfectly to a T, or is not the best color for me. That left me with a more selective and flattering and likable wardrobe. Plus a plethora of workout clothes.
Now, I am getting rid of clothing based on the neckline. Crew necks, turtlenecks and other high necklines shorten me. The goal for flattering fit is lengthening and helping me create the illusion of being taller, so I will only wear scoopneck or, better yet, V neck tops. All my crew neck tee shirts, then, will be gone within the week. I guess I will bring them to Tennessee in a few weeks to give to Auntie Andy. She could use them, I'm sure.
Sooo excited to pare down even further. What should I do next?
Love
Juliet
1 comment:
Ok. Now I know you are serious. I may have to take back what I already bought you for Christmas and birthday. Is this really necessary though? Surely, something that fits into your scheme may still be added? As styles come and go, we tend to hold on to all, thinking it may spark some inspiration later. I just made two new outfits with older newish items that have been hanging in my closet. In fact, those two items were waiting patiently for the new boots I just purchased and a new bargain blouse. Now I have two favorite outfits. If I had given up on them, I might never know the pleasure now. Sometimes new inspires the old, and they marry well. Everyone needs a fresh start, just don't toss so liberally that there isn't anything to spark interest later.
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