OK, here we are, this is Part 2 of yesterday's post about the Wardrobe Project, where I discuss the process I used to do a simple wardrobe overhaul, therefore saving me time, money, worries and giving me new ideas.
4. By now, I've pulled everything out of my closet and pointed out what I wore most, what I didn't wear and why. I sent some items to be altered by a professional and I took care of the ones that needed minimum work, which I could take care myself. For example, I shortened the straps of a cotton dress that did not fall perfectly.
5. My next step is a rather fun part: shopping. First, for the missing pieces that would allow me to get more wear out of existing items. For example, I have a pair of blue Ikat shorts which I can't seem to match with many shirts. I keep my eye out for good deals, for unique market finds or for inexpensive accessories that will last and will be worn on many occasions.
6. Then comes shopping for duplicates of the most worn items. Maybe in a different color or pattern, or with a different cut. For example, I want to stock up on more button-down shirts. Especially from Uniqlo! Loooooove Uniqlo. And I definitely need a new pair of shorts. Black. Mid-waist.
7. Afterwards, make sure every single item has its own hanger, so that they don't get lost and skipped over while you're scanning your closet in the morning. Also, if you wish, you could try out new combinations between your existing, modified and new items to have fresh outfit ideas for future occasions. No more wasting time while getting ready! So far, I can say this whole process has helped and has given me fresh ideas. And it didn't cost much, which is always nice!
I really do hope that you find this helpful! Even though, I didn't concentrate on this step in my process, the most important is to get rid of anything you're not using anymore. Make such to donate the items to a worthy charity. This is an exercise I do 1-2 times a year.
Let me know how your process goes!
Photo by Dee & Duke.
6. Then comes shopping for duplicates of the most worn items. Maybe in a different color or pattern, or with a different cut. For example, I want to stock up on more button-down shirts. Especially from Uniqlo! Loooooove Uniqlo. And I definitely need a new pair of shorts. Black. Mid-waist.
7. Afterwards, make sure every single item has its own hanger, so that they don't get lost and skipped over while you're scanning your closet in the morning. Also, if you wish, you could try out new combinations between your existing, modified and new items to have fresh outfit ideas for future occasions. No more wasting time while getting ready! So far, I can say this whole process has helped and has given me fresh ideas. And it didn't cost much, which is always nice!
I really do hope that you find this helpful! Even though, I didn't concentrate on this step in my process, the most important is to get rid of anything you're not using anymore. Make such to donate the items to a worthy charity. This is an exercise I do 1-2 times a year.
Let me know how your process goes!
Photo by Dee & Duke.
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