When we downsized and moved into our RV we seriously culled our
clothing. With small narrow closets and
only a half dozen tiny drawers for all of us to store our things in it meant
some serious purging was necessary. I
haven't regretted that one bit.
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Two new sweaters in royal blue and fuschia pink. |
It made things so much simpler. It also changed our thought process. Fewer items meant that I focused more on the
quality of our clothing instead of the quantity. I now get to indulge myself in my love of fine
designer clothing.
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I really love shoes, but this is more than enough. |
Our choices in clothing became more streamlined. No more seasonal wardrobes. Our clothing had to be wearable all year long. Instead of professional wear and casual wear
I now meet somewhere in the middle of the road.
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My basic black sweater (goes with everything) and a gray one |
When we moved back into the house I wanted to stay on that same
track. Especially since I took the bedroom
with the smallest closet. After
outlining what I feel is the perfect work wardrobe for me I then focused on
creating and maintaining just that.
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One top two looks |
My work wardrobe flows into my weekend wear just fine. I added one pair of jeans, a pair of capris,
a pair of athletic shoes and a pair of sandals.
It all works together. I do keep
one outfit and my old tennis shoes for yucky projects and painting because I
don't want to risk ruining my good clothes, but just the one. The old shoes can also double as my camping
shoes.
I replace items as things wear out. When I buy something new I try to make sure
something else leaves and is given away or gets donated. If it is too worn then it gets repurposed or
tossed. Doing this helps me make sure
the size of my wardrobe doesn't balloon and get out of control.
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My basic black top goes with everything - of course! |
Mostly I love the simplicity.
I have just enough variety to mix and match to create multiple outfits
so I don't get bored. I also have enough
articles of clothing that washing laundry just twice a week makes sure I have
plenty of clean clothing to wear at all times.
And because I have fewer pieces of clothing I spend a lot less time
doing laundry on those two days then what I used to. That fact actually surprised me.
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Yes, in case you were wondering I do organize by color and sleeve length.
My jeans hang in the front and my slacks are on pants hangers at the back.
I also have one skirt which also goes with any of my solid tops. |
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Small selection of earrings to go with. I don't have a lot of accessories. |
My slacks are either black or dark gray. I wear black socks and shoes. I don't buy navy because I have a difficult time distinguishing it from black so I avoid it and any major fashion faux pas that I would make as a result. I've never been one to accessorize much either. Earrings, my rings a bracelet or two and I'm good. Sometimes a pin or brooch and on a rare occasion (very rare) a scarf.
Keeping it simple means I always have something nice to wear
regardless of the occasion. No stress
and no worry. I love it!
I have a really small wardrobe right now too but it's because I've gained so much weight nothing fits me anymore! :o)
ReplyDeleteTania
I hear ya! Always my struggle.
DeleteHi there, this post really resonates with me. I've always had a small wardrobe and I think it has made my "What do I wear today?" question easier. I have tough criteria for my wardrobe, things like:
ReplyDelete1. Has to be multi-season wearable (this means I layer when needed)
2. Mostly neutral colors that I can mix & match with everything else
3. Has to be machine washable (I do not dry-clean anything except for coats)
4. Keep it simple and classic, nothing too trendy
5. Has to be budget friendly
I love your wardrobe. The colors you've chosen are very flattering!
Kindred spirits, I think! I love the jewel tones paired with basic black. My favorite. :)
Deletelove love love this! I'm trying to do this as well. I am ending up with tons of black!
ReplyDeleteMy favorite color! Suits my mood. Ha, ha! :)
DeleteI love your style! :)
ReplyDeleteAwwww. Thank you Dawn.
DeleteLove your style and color choices! Where, if you don't mind me asking, did you purchase the sleeveless multi-color (BSU colors! I'm a Bronco!) drape neck top? It's gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteThanks Teresa. That top came from JC Penney. Funny because I am wearing it right now! Go Broncos!
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