8 Habits That Are Cluttering Your Closet | Why Your Closet Is A Mess

[@saramaloney6082]

I am sooo guilty of the multiples habit...and I rarely choose anything but my favorite to wear. My worst habit is spending on 3 pairs of boots over time because I can't justify or afford the pricier pair. Thank you I needed to hear this.

[@amymccarthy7157]

Thanks for the great tips! My dad used to say "Don't buy what you don't want". That really sticks with me when I see the clearance racks / fast fashion / cheap knock offs / non leather shoes, etc. I also heard someone say that you should spend more on the stuff you wear all of the time. When you buy better basics your whole vibe will be elevated.

[@jwiggins4765]

I’m a new subscriber. Love your videos! Another reason for clutter is buying Amazon drops and watching KZbinrs showing beautiful hauls and some that are on sale. 😩

[@NadaManley]

That can definitely be a source of clutter. It’s hard to find a balance between recommending things that we truly love and recognizing when enough is enough.

[@donnadavis5544]

Awesome video. My 2 habits are buying something because it's on sale. And compromising. I have started trying to buy what I'm really drawn to, and buying 1 perfect thing instead of 3 imperfect sale items. I ask myself do you love this? If not I'm trying not to buy it. I also try on what I love and if I can wait.... purchase it on sale. Thank you for the continued thought of letting go of things I am never going to wear but have some fantasy in my head about. ❤

[@dianevoysey9665]

Thank you. Very helpful. I have applied many of the lessons. I now have a wearable wardrobe. Only have to part with my thrift store vintage items. They are wearable art that I never wear! Lol

[@kathystclair9485]

After watching you sometime back, i got rid of a lot of tshirt and tank tops that were all the same style. I gave away all the tanks to my daughter as they were all too big, most all the t shirts i gave away except a couple that were in my colors. I gave away jeans that were practically new, because i never gravitated to them. I probably have still too many, but they fit and are in different washes. Most of my jeans are high waisted, but i do think because I'm short waisted i need to have a pair of mid rise. I have refrained from buying a pair because they tend to show a muffin top, but i do know they would no doubt look better on my petite, short waisted frame. Another great video Nada.

[@jennifercrockford2381]

Another great video ❤ I have a problem with clothes that are given to me I often receive an item of clothing for a gift that isn’t my colour and I have friends that give me a bag of clothes they are donating ,there are usually some gems in there but I keep more than I should!

[@chilibandit6660]

Hi, I have just found you and consider this a great luck! Love to see your perspective on the subject, I probably had the knowledge before, but the way you present it feels fresh and energetic. Thank you💐

[@judymcbrine6523]

Excellent video. The number one habit that I am trying to get a handle on is not buying something just because it is on SALE!! Just like you said, I can point to each thing in my closet that I bought mainly because it was on sale but sadly, each of those pieces never gets much wear!

[@KIRSTINacious]

This video was made for me.

[@wonkm222]

Omg. I’m guilty to ALL of these contributing to my closet clutter! I spend so much time twice a year rotating my clothes from spring/summer to fall/winter and then trying to sell things I don’t like anymore. So time consuming! Please send help! 😂

[@NadaManley]

The best way to stop this to keep those things from entering your wardrobe the next time you go shopping… be intentional in your purchases and you will have less to purge. Cheering you on!

[@MorningClarity]

"Grocery shopping" at Costco 🤣. Incredible values on many things👖👕, always something new, easy return policy saves me! 😉

[@lyndaherbolsheimer9226]

Thank you so much for this video. I am in the category of buying one in every color AND buying the entire line of clothes in every color. Now that I know my silhouette, I only buy the appropriate style in each line. Next I need to stop buying every color because the fit is perfect or nearly so. This was SO helpful to me to see myself in these categories. I too also buy cream blouses in unusual styles so I need to pare those down and STOP DOING THAT. Many thanks.

[@margaritavalcheva]

Thank you for the great video! I am subscribed to many fashion chanels but yours is the one that provides the most valuable information!

[@NadaManley]

Thank you so much! That truly means a lot to me! So happy you are here!

[@sherrytiller7172]

Great video and you have on your beautiful dress. It looks smashing on you! Sherry

[@Jessa32]

Thank you Nada for another great video! I’ve never heard a stylist say before that closet clutter begins at the store (or online store)!!!! That’s so true and puts a broader perspective on how to cure the closet hot messes we have!!!!!😅

[@purpleygirl100]

That’s so helpful. I have many pairs of jeans, several long sleeve white shirts and many blazers 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@slonewby]

another excellent video Nada!!! I'm guilty of a few of these! (I probably have 6 pair of leather chelsea style boots with small differences that I think I need...larger heel, no heel, buckle, no buckle, tall shaft, low shaft...they look different with different outfits but I can't decide which to purge. lol)

[@veronicacarmody115]

To go with the color example, buying colors that don’t flatter you. I just got rid of everything that was cool toned (clear primary colors, gray, white), in my wardrobe with the exception of black. I totally agree with the size thing. I think it’s depressing to have clothes hanging in the closet that will never fit me again. I only have my current size in my closet. I store my special occasion wear in a spare bedroom closet. I don’t have a walk-in closet, the house is 100 years old and so are the closets!

[@NadaManley]

Love that you have already done some of this Veronica! My house is 100 this year and we had to add a closet to the master because there really wasn’t one!

[@veronicacarmody115]

@@NadaManley We also added a closet to our very small master bedroom. Our bedroom is so petite that we have a full-size bed. A queen doesn’t fit. Ah the joys of older homes.

[@KatyDickinson2014]

Thanks for your wise and helpful perspective. Could you please address the case of those of us who lost a lot of weight and had to buy all new clothes? I have been maintaining my new weight for 7 months (hooray!). Starting all over with no clothes that fit other than scarves and socks was a big challenge. I look different and feel different from the person who bought the original wardrobe.

[@NadaManley]

Thank you so much for the comment! That’s a great video idea and one that many women would find helpful. I have several women in my community and several clients in the same situation. Just off the top of my head I would focus on bringing in a few really versatile pieces in your new size. Start taking pictures of yourself in any of the new outfits that you come up with. Give your eye and your wardrobe, a chance to adjust to the new size. I will definitely do a video!

[@meadowbloom5625]

Thank you so much for the awesome closet tips. Your videos are very helpful. I have struggled with buying to many colors and settling for okay items.

[@NadaManley]

Thank you for the comment! I appreciate it. I’m so glad you were able to identify some of your habits so that you can keep that closet clutter free. :)

[@michelleisabel]

My problem is I love everything I have but I just buy way too much. I had a coworker comment once that she hadn’t seen me wear the same thing twice.

[@angelaesposito3645]

Great video!

[@NadaManley]

Thank you so much! I appreciate the comment!

[@lynnmyrick4045]

More valuable advice! Love your videos! I’m guilty of buying things I don’t need during sales. I’m even worse about buying basics in the same category. Seriously, how many black and white tops do you need? Apparently, my strategy is….just one more! 😂

[@NadaManley]

Aww thank you for the comment! That means a lot to me! You are not alone LOL! I know many women have lots of duplicates like that in their wardrobes!

[@blktauna]

LOL the only reason my closet has different 'sizes' is that manufacturers are so inconsistent in labeling. The clothes actually all fit me, the labels just are all over the place. Theme nights? Wow odd. I love shopping sales but I have a list of things I need and check to see if they are in the sale. Or Those Karma and other apps will let me know when the sale is on and I check then.

[@NadaManley]

Theme nights have been a church youth group staple since I was a teen so not exactly a novelty lol. And yes I'm not talking about inconsistent sizing. Just clothes that don't fit you. Thanks for the comment.

[@michelleisabel]

OK this is going to be triggering as I think of the many pairs of shoes and pants (even coats and bags) in multiple colors. 😅 I need an intervention. Teach me your ways. 😂

[@NadaManley]

Which of these habits have you struggled with?

[@toniwilcox7187]

Special occasion shopping and shopping under duress used to be my undoing, and often it was shopping under duress for a special occasion. That is how when I had twice as much closet space as I do now my closet was more cluttered. I spend more on individual "everyday" pieces now, but less on my overall wardrobe. I also spend far less emotional energy on just being in my closet, and that's a good thing since it's where the washer and dryer are so I can't just close the door and avoid it.

[@michelemarotta2874]

All. Add closet abandonment. Lol

[@michelemarotta2874]

Where is link to closet clean out you mentioned

[@NadaManley]

@@michelemarotta2874 in the description box! I’ll add it here too! www.styleconfidenceclub.com/bootcamp