Wardrobe Edit

How to Do a Wardrobe Edit: A Simple & Effective Method

Many people struggle with decluttering their wardrobe because they focus on what to get rid of rather than what to keep. This technique flips that approach, making the process easier and more effective.

Step 1: Start with Your Favourite Pieces

Rather than sifting through your wardrobe for items you don’t like, begin by pulling out your most loved and most worn pieces. These are the clothes that:
✔ Make you feel confident and comfortable
✔ Suit your lifestyle and daily needs
✔ You reach for time and time again

Once selected, place them separately—on a rail, your bed, or another space where you can see them clearly.

Step 2: Assess What’s Left

After removing your favourite pieces, what remains in your wardrobe are the items you feel unsure about. These might be:

Clothes you rarely wear but keep “just in case”
Pieces that don’t fit properly but you’re holding onto for sentimental or aspirational reasons
Items that you feel guilty getting rid of because they were expensive or gifted

This step highlights how much of your wardrobe isn’t truly serving you.

Step 3: Pack Away the ‘Maybe’ Items

Rather than forcing yourself to make immediate decluttering decisions, pack these remaining items into a storage box and put them somewhere out of sight—under the bed, in the attic, or in another room. This helps to create mental and physical space in your wardrobe.

💡 Key tip: Set a reminder in your phone or calendar to revisit the box in 3–6 months.

Step 4: Rebuild Your Wardrobe with Your Favourites

Now, take your favourite, most-worn pieces and place them back into your wardrobe. At this stage, your wardrobe should feel:
✅ Organised
✅ Cohesive
✅ Full of clothes that you actually love and wear

This approach creates a functional mini-wardrobe within your existing wardrobe, making it easier to get dressed and reducing decision fatigue.

Step 5: Revisit Your Storage Box

After your set period (e.g., 3–6 months), return to your storage box and reassess:

Do you still miss any of these items? If not, it’s a sign they aren’t needed.
Do you feel excited to wear something again? If yes, it deserves a place back in your wardrobe.

Often, you’ll realise that you haven’t missed most of these pieces at all, making it easier to donate, sell, or repurpose them.

Bonus Tip: Shop Your Storage Instead of Buying New

If you ever feel the urge to shop, check your storage box first! You may rediscover something you already own, preventing unnecessary purchases and reinforcing mindful shopping habits.

Why This Method Works

✅ Prevents impulsive decluttering regrets – You’re not forced to make snap decisions.
✅ Gives you clarity – By removing the excess, you naturally see what truly matters.
✅ Saves money – Encourages mindful shopping and reduces unnecessary spending.
✅ Creates an organised, enjoyable wardrobe – Every piece has a purpose and is loved.

This method is a game-changer for anyone who wants to refine their style, cut down on wardrobe clutter, and shop more intentionally.

Would you give this technique a try? 😊