Steps 3 & 4 to Wardrobe Renewal!!

Step 3 in the Wardrobe Cleanout!! Go through every piece still in the wardrobe and ask the following questions - does it fit properly? do you wear it? does it go with other things in your wardrobe? does it make you feel good? is it a fabric that works for you? Is it in your wardrobe for a practical reason, not an emotional one? Anything that gets a Yes, stays. Any other answer and the article joins a pile on the floor. The piles are 1 - recycled shop (excellent condition, clean and under 3 years of age); 2 - friends (possibilities for friens of a different colouring, size, lifestyle); clothing bin (clean, good condition but not going to be worn again by your good self); alterations - good pieces that require a little "fixit" to bring them back to perfect. Repeat this process with each piece of clothing that you own. Shoes, bags, scarves and all accessories. Be thorough and be honest. There is a pile for all the discards. Take a deep breath. Step 4. pack the piles and put the bags into your car. Move them out today, now! Do not leave anything in Limbo - it will find its way back into the wardrobe. Once you have dropped off the bags - to the appropriate places go and look at your new, clean, organised wardrobe. Well done, now it is time for coffee, tea or wine - you have earned it!!

Wardrobe Cleanout - 4 Step process

Wardrobe Cleanout time. This is a 4 step process. Today is Step 1 - how predictable of moi!! Step 1. Set aside at least 2 hours - sounds a lot, but it will be worth it. Make sure you have all your clothes gathered in one spot (or repeat this process in each room where you have clothes). Pur all your shirts/tops together in order of colour from lightest to darkest. Then repeat this process with any printed/patterned pieces. Do the same with skirts, pants, dresses and jackets. If you have had your colours done, this should be a breeze. For others (you really should have your colours done, just saying) start with white, then work your way through from lightest to darkest. Step 2. Check each piece - does it need any repair/s (buttons, hems, snags) if so, set it aside on the "to be repaired" pile. Does it still fit? (if so, great. if not, is there any real chance in this lifetime that it will fit - if yes, keep it. If the honest answer is "no" - set aside in the "to relocate from my life pile.) Coffee, tea or wine (depending on time of day) break. Steps 3 & 4 will follow shortly!!

Spring is just around the corner

Lots of great colours coming through for Spring - yes I know it is still chilly, but you can't fight with fashion companies!! Also, LOTS of pretty dresses. The more adult stores (Trenery, Sportscraft, David Lawrence) seem to be heading for navy, white and a rather fetching green. Great for Winters & Summers. Waisted dresses ONLY really work on Vertical C's. Okay on B's and only "ho hum" on A's. And only slim A's! The windows look good, but remember to play to your strengths and stick to your best colours and styles - you will thank me in the long run AND look a whole lot better now!!!