Something has been bothering me, really festering inside.
I realized way too many women deal with this same issue yet no one really talks about it.
The syndrome that plagues so many every day…
“I HAVE NOTHING TO WEAR!”
I hear ya loud and clear, sista!
(keep reading, I have a solution.)
It doesn’t matter how big or small the closet is, we all have the same frustrations.
Instead of complaining, let’s do something about it.
While mags show the “top 10 items” every wardrobe should have, frankly that doesn’t work for all of us.
And, yes I show you trends and fun items… but these are extras, not the necessities.
My solution… (get ready!)….
Keep a pen and piece of paper near your closet.
The next time you feel like you’re about to explode — or implode — because you’re so frustrated by a closet full of NOTHING,
write down the item you’re searching for.
Can you never find a cute blouse?
Is it the perfect pair of jeans?
A certain color heel?
A shift dress that’s good for work and then can be loaded on with jewelry for happy hour?
Determine the TOP 5 items you’re missing.
Now, here’s the even harder part:
Next time you’re out shopping ONLY look for these items.
You see a hot deal? Who cares if it’s not on your list. Pass. I did it last week and honestly, it was empowering. Avoid temptation stores like Forever 21 (or whatever triggers you).
It’s just like avoiding fattening food when you’re on a diet!
Once you know what you’re looking for it’s much easier to give yourself ground rules.
Otherwise you come home with your third pink cardigan in a slightly different shade (guilty, as charged).
Wheh. Feel better just writing about this little-discussed “syndrome.”
Who’s with me??? This is a big commitment!
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April 14, 2013
I love this and completely agree with you! I also use polyvore (http://beamacedo.polyvore.com/) as a log of outfits I particularly enjoyed wearing, to fall back on when I don’t know what to wear.
I also have tons of tips for closet management on theasksection.blogspot.com and you can also ask any fashion question you’d like. What goes with this piece? How can I make a fall-back outfit for crazy mornings? Try it out!
May 1, 2012
thnx
I have this almost everyday
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April 2, 2011
GREAT idea! I can never remember what I have been missing when I get to the stores!!
I posted today about a fab idea you may be interested in…
http://whatyousee-dunford.blogspot.com/2011/04/simple-saturday-swap.html
Happy Weekend!
April 2, 2011
I LOVE this post! I totally agree with you, and I think your closet inventory tip is pure genius! I've been trying to only buy what I need lately as well, and was pretty proud of myself for finally finding a tan cardigan while passing up other temptations! I'm still in search of some other items, though!
April 1, 2011
smart!
April 1, 2011
Very good idea!
Susan
April 1, 2011
That's a great idea - I'm totally experiencing that right now, but I think it's my current state