Practical Tips for Decluttering Your Wardrobe
As you begin to transition your wardrobe from summer to fall, you may be left thinking, “I have too many clothes!” Decluttering any space within your home can create a stress-free and welcoming environment. Unfortunately, decluttering can feel like an overwhelming task. Thankfully, there are a few strategies you can use to make the process easier. Here are some practical tips for decluttering your wardrobe.
Visualize Your Space
The key to decluttering and creating a stress-free environment is being honest about how much space you actually have. If you fall victim to the dreaded “clothes chair”, you may have too many clothes. The best way to do this is to start with a clean slate. Take everything out of your closets and any drawers and place them on a clean surface. This allows you to see everything you own and makes it easier to decide how much you can actually keep. Of course, taking everything out of every space can cause a massive mess. Take on this task one section at a time. Start with one drawer or portion of your closet so as not to overwhelm yourself further.
Plan for Extra Time
Decluttering clothes can get overwhelming very quickly because it’s going to involve a lot of emotions. Maybe you understand you’ll never wear those tee shirts from college, but you just can’t part with them! This can cause major delays in your decluttering journey. Understanding that clothing can be emotional to declutter is important to give yourself the space and time to approach it successfully. Plan to take longer than your initial estimates to give yourself enough time to complete the job.
Find Your “Loves”
Find the items you love first. These are the items you reach for every day: that sweater that makes you feel amazing and the pair of pants that are perfect for any occasion. These items are must-haves; once you put them away, it’s much easier to see how much space you have for any extras. Finding your loved items first makes it easier to avoid decision fatigue down the road.
Ask Simple Questions
Decluttering clothing can be emotional, but there is a lot to be said about approaching it from a practical lens. After you find your most-loved items, you can evaluate the rest of your clothes with some key questions: Does it fit well? Have I worn it in the last year? Is it in good condition? Does it suit my current lifestyle? Would I buy this if it were in a store now?
Decluttering clothes can be difficult, especially if you have more clothes than your space allows. Using these practical tips for decluttering can help you make the task a little easier.
