5 Stylist-Approved Steps to the Essential Minimalist Wardrobe
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With the pandemic and spring cleaning in full force, many of us are rethinking how much stuff we collect and are taking steps to be more thoughtful about what we keep around us. This includes what’s in our closets, where we buy, and how we spend our money.
A common theme when it comes to clothing has been knowing when a change is needed, but not knowing where to start while having a minimal sophisticated style that is still comfy, yet unique and reflective of your personality.
If you fit this description, keep reading for five tips to tackle this dilemma.
Audit your closet
This is an opportunity to really know what you have. Start by emptying it out completely on your bed so when you start reorganizing, it is with thought and intent.
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2. Reorganize starting with key closet staples first
Separate only the must-haves and put those back in the closet. If you don’t know what those are, download the list below. These are your foundational pieces that never go out of style and can be worn time and time again.
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3. Now sort through everything else in piles - keep, donate, consign
Pull out the keep by selecting one or two variations of must-haves that are reflective of your personality and have interesting details.
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4. Get rid of everything else - donate it, sell it, or give it away. If it has to be discarded, check your municipal websites for how to discard clothing and shoes
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5. Purchase intentionally
The best food has the most quality ingredients. Similarly, the best style starts with quality, unique pieces that when assembled will make the outfit look beautifully sophisticated. So from now on be thoughtful about purchases - use the DSM 1 to 3 method and do not buy anything that has no interesting detail going on unless it is to replace one of your closet must-have basics.
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