Are you always buying clothes but never have anything to wear?
Many people have a closet full of clothes, but do not have a functioning wardrobe. A lot of the times, they go shopping-and yet, they do not have anything to wear when the time comes. A careful preparation is needed so everything is in order.
Here are Step by step instructions on how to develop a functioning wardrobe :
- Stop impulsive buying.
- In the first step of cleaning out your closet, eliminate everything that doesn’t fit or that you haven’t worn in a year.
A few weeks later, go back and get rid of all the stuff you fudged on the first time around. With what’s left, begin identifying a theme to your wardrobe, relying on favorite looks, colors and lifestyle pieces. - Decide on three colors that either match or will coordinate with what you own and buy only those three colors for apparel.
Establish a workable budget. - Make a list of all the items you need in your wardrobe. (For example: solid blazer, wool pants, white shirt)
- Set aside an hour of time each week to shop.
- Avoid trendy items.
- Buy clothing that will span two to three seasons.
- Purchase only clothes that work with something that you already own.
- Pass on anything that doesn’t fit — no matter how great a buy.
- Try to add only one or two well-thought out items per month.
- Add punchy color and trendiest with accessories, shoes and handbags.
- Continually eliminate and replace essential wardrobe pieces once it is built up so that you are never caught without a necessary item.
Important Tips :
Ignore that advice about buying “the best” of everything. Regardless of how well-made a garment is, moths, coffee spills and kids take their toll. Try to plan your wardrobe around three neutral colors like black, white, khaki, navy or brown. Buy more solids than prints – you won’t get tired of them as quickly.
