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Give Your Wardrobe a Seasonal Check-Up

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The change of season is the perfect time to take a fresh look at your wardrobe. As you switch out seasonal clothing, use these simple guidelines to decide what deserves a place in your closet, and what’s ready to go.

KEEP IT IF…

  • You wear it at least once a year.
  • It fits comfortably.
  • It flatters you and makes you feel good wearing it.
  • It’s appropriate for your age and current lifestyle.
  • It works with at least three other items in your wardrobe.

LET IT GO IF…

  • It’s outdated or no longer suits your style.
  • It’s stained, torn, or damaged beyond repair.
  • It’s too big or too small.
  • It doesn’t flatter you or you don’t feel good wearing it.
  • You haven’t worn it in a year or simply never wear it.

Remember: A closet filled with clothes that fit your body, your lifestyle, and the person you are today, allows for less stress and more order.

Removing clutter project - before

Easy stuff to get rid of

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Things we own have different values, for example monetary, practical, and sentimental value. These values change and evolve over time. If it’s been a while since you considered the value of your possessions, I recommend spending some time reevaluating things. Then get rid of items that have little or no value to you anymore. Start with the easy stuff.

    • Broken, expired, and outdated items
    • Excessive quantities, duplicates, backup items, and surplus goods
    • Items belonging to someone else, stored for others, or borrowed from others
    • Materials and products from past hobbies that no longer interest you 
    • Unfinished fix-it projects and abandoned projects
    • Clothing, footwear, and jewelry that is uncomfortable, difficult to maintain, or no longer worn 
    • Products you’ve tried but don’t like and won’t use again
    • Tools, equipment, and gear from previous jobs, home-based businesses, or start-up ideas
    • Papers, files, and documents that are outdated, irrelevant, or unnecessary 
    • Blurry, damaged, or duplicate photos
    • Samples, freebies, and give-aways that have never been touched
    • Random screws, bolts, or parts with no known purpose
    • Empty boxes and plastic bags

Are there other items you consider easy to get rid of? Please share them with me.

Client's cluttered living room

Stop Buying Containers—Start Decluttering

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More storage is not the answer for too much stuff. Less stuff is the answer. Before purchasing organizing tools or storage solutions, focus on decluttering first. Let go of items you no longer use, need, or love. When you reduce excess belongings, your home becomes easier to organize, easier to clean, and easier to maintain.

Attic organizing

Too much stuff!

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No amount of organizing can fix too much stuff. Having more than what will comfortably fit into our homes cause stress and frustration. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by it all, it’s time to let go and reduce.

Want less?

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Don’t make room for more if you want to have less. It’s tempting to buy more bins, baskets, and organizing gadgets, but more containers often lead to more clutter. If your goal is to simplify, start by reducing what you own rather than creating new places to store stuff.

The best organizing tool is less stuff.