Is your closet filled with items you hardly reach for? Do you find it challenging to select an outfit when there’s barely enough room to navigate through your wardrobe? Has the closet organization system you once put into place become a thing of the past?
If the answer to all those questions is affirmative, take it as a sign to declutter your wardrobe. With a well-thought-out plan and perseverance, you can streamline your wardrobe, bringing functionality and harmony into your daily dressing routine.
One of the essential components of this transformation lies in proper closet organization. By adequately arranging your items, you’re not only making space but also rediscovering your style and saving some money by not purchasing unnecessary items.
That said, let’s dive in and get started on the journey to a clutter-free closet!
Pull Everything Out
Pulling everything out of your wardrobe initiates an extreme ‘now or never’ mode. You have to be ready for a lot of mess in your bedroom, at least for a few hours or days, depending on your wardrobe’s size or how much clothing you have.
The beauty of this approach is, challenging as it may be, it leaves you no choice but to keep going. Sure, you don’t want to live with that mess your entire life. And, as you see the pile of clothes and closet items slowly get smaller, it’s an inspiration for you that you’ve made progress.
Let Go Of All Those You No Longer Love
If you haven’t worn something in the past year, chances are you aren’t going to wear it again. As you go through each piece on that pile, go through it thoroughly and decide whether or not you still love it. Don’t hold on too much. The more you let go, the more you can make room for newer pieces more attuned to your current style preference.
Furthermore, letting go of unused or unloved items is not just about creating physical space in your closet; it’s also about clearing mental clutter. This process serves as a refreshing reset for your style and mindset. Moreover, releasing these items allows them to find new life and purpose elsewhere, thereby contributing positively to sustainability in fashion.
Try Everything On
This third step is precisely why decluttering your wardrobe isn’t something you can do in an instant. It’s something you’ll have to make time for if you want to be left with an organized and functional wardrobe.
Alongside the suggestion above, the best way to let go of pieces you no longer love is to take the time to try them on. In doing so, you might realize that the dress you’ve been saving for a special occasion is outdated or no longer suits your style.
Take It Out Immediately
After decluttering your clothes and sorting them into boxes or trash bags to sell, donate, or give away, take them out immediately. This helps you fight the urge to go through the bags and return certain pieces to your closet. Purging a closet can be very difficult for those who particularly love shopping. Hesitation to let go, unfortunately, can lead to hoarding. Do yourself a favor and whisk those items away as soon as possible.
Never Sacrifice In The Name Of Fashion
Is there that one dress that’s so beautiful, but you’ve only worn once because when you did, you were so uncomfortable that it irritated your skin? Let go of that. The same holds for shoes that don’t fit well, accessories that are too overbearing for you, or bags that are just a pain to bring around.
Being fashionable doesn’t have to be at the expense of comfort. And, if you’re uncomfortable with a specific clothing item, you might not bother using it again. So, consider this: what may seem redundant to you could be a valuable addition to someone else’s collection. Give that beautiful dress a chance to see the light of day more often in the hands of a new owner who appreciates it. Fashion is about expression and ease, and every piece deserves to find its right place to be cherished and utilized to its fullest.
Final Thoughts
How long has it been since you last decluttered your closet? Ideally, you’ll have to do this at least once a year. If it’s been too long, now that you’re armed with suggestions on how to do it efficiently, schedule it in your calendar and make time for it.
Purging a wardrobe can be a lot of work, but when you see the result, you’ll realize it’s all worthwhile. You’ll now locate clothing more quickly and see everything; even better, each piece will have its own ‘home.’ Spring or not, now’s always a good time to declutter.
