Do THIS Instead Of Purging Your Closet | Reverse Closet Edit

[@bboyd9727]

I LOVED this! My husband was listening in, and said, this sounds like she’s talking about you. He heard the whole video. My husband says : “Tell her this was Excellent EXCELLENT advice !” “ She is a VERY GOOD common-sense Stylist.” … I agree. This is a Perfect solution for my wardrobe problems! ♥️♥️♥️Bonnie

[@americafirst9144]

Every husband would say that! 🤣🤣🤣

[@bboyd9727]

10/19/23-Update. Nada , I did FINALLY let go of almost all of my Academia styled clothing. I kept my Gray Zara blazer, my gray knit short sweater and matching knit cami, and my knit v-neck pullovers in navy and wine. ( you have seen all of these previously) // Since doing this reverse edit originally, I also, at last, decided to Not keep my ‘wish I had an opportunity to wear this’/ ‘what if I needed this to wear someday’/ in that Academia category. My Blazer and sweater set has been worn repeatedly with great joy, with blue flowy wide jeans or gray flare jeans…- to business casual events and dinners out to nice restaurants. They will also go with other Jean looks or my straight cotton skirts. It’s a Very Important Pleasantness (VIP intentional!) to be able to wear these on repeat, knowing they look well and are up to date. Thank you, Nada Manley, VIP.

[@DebbieAllen123]

I'm 60 and thought I'd heard it all. This is a great idea that I have not heard before. I'm totally on board! Thank you for sharing!

[@NadaManley]

You are so welcome!! it has worked for the hundreds of women who have tried it so far. I do have an ongoing guided version if you feel you need support. :) Nadamanley.com/Bootcamp

[@dinnykelly6763]

I work for a women’s clothing store so I have to wear their clothes to work. These items are not necessarily what I would shop for if I didn’t work there. When I get home I need to cook, clean, tidy and play with my large dog so I change into very casual wear. I hardly get to wear the clothes I buy that I love 😢

[@trixi1608]

That's kind of sad but I understand your situation.

[@kimberlyperrotis8962]

I love everything I have; it fits, is current, in perfect condition and good quality. There’s just too much of everything. I keep purging, but there’s still too much.

[@saramaloney6082]

I can relate to this Kimberly!

[@trixi1608]

I love the vast majority of my clothes too and have certainly amassed too many of them (I work in fashion retail which doesn't help).

[@sandycosentino1042]

Agreed let’s dress cute everyday!!!! I always make an effort when going to work. I do it for me. 😊

[@sherrytiller7172]

What a great approach to purging. I have clothes that are 30 years old. I need to get busy!

[@NadaManley]

So glad you felt inspired! Cheering you on!

[@petergeorge4415]

Go! Go! Go! I encourage you!!! helene :))

[@slonewby]

Good Grief Nada! How on earth do you crank out so many awesome youtube videos so often??? another great one!

[@NadaManley]

Aww thank you so much! I really enjoy doing them!

[@bretaskinner3143]

Interesting reverse edit idea! Over the years, I have yo-yoed in weight, so have clothes of various sizes. In a way, I have been doing your edit idea lately, I just didn't realize it. I am the heaviest I've ever been, and am wearing only the few clothes that fit. I do struggle with closet purging because I am a sewer. I can look at a garment and remember sewing it, perhaps what I struggled with getting it "right". I also have a fabric stash that I will probably never exhaust, especially since I'm still buying. I've been eyeing the smaller sized purchased garments thinking I'll bag them up as a start. But, when it comes to say a 20 year old cream with small flowers denim jacket with inside hidden pockets that I can't snap close, I'll still keep even if to remind me of the good work I can do. I'm new to your channel, please keep the videos coming! I have struggled for years to find a style which suits me yet is not too old lady looking, and now at 60, it is too easy to just give up.

[@NadaManley]

Do not give up! This is the time in our lives when we discover our style. Many of my clients have multiple sizes in their closets and as long as you recognize that only one size as your current wardrobe can work but eventually it helps to take the items you’re not wearing out of the main closet or at least move them aside so that you can see your current wardrobe. So glad you found my channel and I hope you found this encouraging! Cheering you on!

[@trixi1608]

If you donate or sell some of your clothes that are too small, some other woman might be able to wear and enjoy them. I believe in bringing things back into rotation (although I'm not perfect when it comes to purging either).

[@karenferguson7662]

wow! I was really meant to come across this video. I have clothes that I never wear and those that I didn't even know they were in my wardrobes(yes plural) in the first place. I have never come across the idea of reverse closet edit. I can feel a big donation to charity/good will shops coming on. I am sure that I will wear my yummy clothes more often doing this...and as another lady has put- I'm sure that my husband will be very pleased to see that I'm doing this. So thank you for this great suggestion...🏵🌹🌺

[@kathryn1998]

The reverse edit has been a game changer for me! Now I know what I need to fill in the gaps including some new jeans and cute workout clothes. Thank You Nada 🌺

[@mariellegrant6248]

Thank you so much Nada! This Will help me a lot, because I accumulated really too many clothes! Now that I'm retired, I want to keep only the clothes that are right for me. Your vidéo is very encouraging !

[@NadaManley]

I’m so glad! You are not alone! Just recognizing that you only wear a fraction of your clothes can liberate you from holding on to some of the old stuff! I appreciate the comment!

[@ellenleinbach5983]

This video has been VERY helpful for me. I've struggled making capsule wardrobes, but this closet edit was easy. I've been dressing from the closet I edited following this method for a couple weeks now. Love it! Almost everything goes together and the simpler wardrobe is working great for me, especially because almost all the items are ones that I like wearing a lot. Thanks so much Nada for heading me down this road. I look forward to doing this every 6-8 weeks, depending on the season.

[@Happywife717]

Been watching your videos and came across this one and wanted to cry. I don't think I have one item in my closet that I love 😢. I am going to have to look in there and I hope I can prove myself wrong.

[@NadaManley]

I’m so sorry… since it’s impossible to throw away everything in your wardrobe ask yourself if there are items there that you don’t hate. Start building your wardrobe around those items. I am cheering you on! Let me know if you want to join in my next Boot Camp. I would love to have you in there so I can give you some guidance. Do not be discouraged! It is often easier to start from scratch than it is to have a ton of clothes to go through and be overwhelmed

[@Happywife717]

@@NadaManley thank you 👍

[@petergeorge4415]

Keep Faith! Go ! Go! Go! Listen the this video again if needs be! I am sending you positive vibes and...YOU WILL DO IT!!! helene (one of thousands'Ms Nadia's FAN!!)

[@kimberlyperrotis8962]

I dress nicely for at home everyday, wearing my “good silk”, white clothes, etc. I don’t even have kids or pets (at the moment) and rarely do any grubby work (I have a set of comfy old “painting clothes” for that). I just wear an apron for cooking and eat and drink with care and I never ruin anything. I want the pleasure of wearing luxe fabrics all the the time and comfort is first priority. I don’t wear a bra, tight belt or my outdoor, mid-heeled shoes/boots while at home alone, though. If going out or expecting a guest, I just add those, easy.

[@lindawright3936]

Definitely an easier approach, thank you

[@NadaManley]

I’m so glad you found it helpful! Thank you for the comment!

[@jeaneliza23]

Very motivating thank you. Hi from the UK. I gave up an office and customer-facing job early this year. I had a huge sort out as I no longer require so many clothes. In addition, I was a 'just-in-case' hoarder. Also that thing about having wasted money on an expensive item/impulse buy that is worn once. I think in today's society we are encouraged to buy more and more and there is the excitement of having something new even if you already have enough. A lot of KZbinrs proudly promote yet another 'HUGE haul' and I have stopped watching as I find it unpalatable now having mostly conquered my own weakness. Letting go has been therapeutic and much went to charity thus raising money for a great cause. I feel lighter in many ways and now with a more modest income and the cost of living crisis, it was good to have your reminder! I still have more work to do so I will try your method 🙂

[@NadaManley]

I’m so glad you found this encouraging! Let me know how it works for you to pull out your favorites and create your own capsule

[@donnadavis5544]

I agree completely. I am hanging on to few things I spent too much on that I don't want to wear. You have encouraged me to let it go.

[@NadaManley]

@@donnadavis5544 I’m so glad! When we know that we are not wearing something, we are kind of just pretending that it’s part of our wardrobe when it’s really not.

[@donnadavis5544]

Thank you thank you. I am a clothes collector. There will always be things I will hang onto. I know this about myself. BUT... there is a huge amount of items that aren't special BUT they are good that I have accumulated in the last few years that can be donated. I'm going to use today's method. I am 68, I love to dress. I lost my only child 18 months ago. I am ready to start to move forward some. Todays video is just the ticket !!! Thank you .❤️🧡💙

[@NadaManley]

@@donnadavis5544 you are so welcome. I will be praying for you as you move forward. Here to cheer you on if you need it.

[@jennifercrockford2381]

Awesome advice! Thank you so much I am constantly rearranging my clothes and never happy with the results as I still end up keeping stuff I don’t wear😮this really sounds like a game changer.

[@bellaheblan8479]

YES! This was encouraging, and I’m inspired! I love your “self-talk” suggestions! No guilt from past purchases and out of style items! I’m just looking forward to a positive adventure! Thank you!

[@marcia6722]

You are awesome Nada! Thank you for this method and also for how you look at things. You are very inspiring.

[@dianevoysey9665]

Best advice xxx

[@NadaManley]

Thank you so much! I so appreciate your sweet comments!

[@ronhelgemo3783]

Hi nada! I’m kinda new so I’m binging on your videos! Loving your positive vibes and great advice. Plus you are so cute to look at!☺️ I’m so glad to hear you say we should dress everyday! I think it gives you confidence and energy to start your day. People would say to me, where will you wear that? I would say, to the grocery store! At least I’ll look pretty😂!

[@NadaManley]

Thank you so much for the comment! Means so much to me! I am so glad you are enjoying my videos. Totally agree on dressing every day. I always say "to the grocery store." LOL

[@patdouglass4329]

Thank you for the great ideas! Another way of using what's already in your closet to pull together a functional wardrobe you like, love and will wear. Will follow your advice when helping my sister deal with her too full closets...but can't find things to wear. 😊

[@tplayspiano]

Thank you. My biggest challenge is in not being willing/able to let go of old favorites that I no longer wear.

[@NadaManley]

I totally get that! That’s why it can help to just pull out your faves and work with those for a while!

[@MorningClarity]

​@@NadaManleyI once heard someone talk about putting things in "Purgatory" and I loved that! I have tried to declutter and got rid of all the WRONG things! Oh the pain! Never again until I have the big picture clearly in mind. This is the best approach. 💖

[@donnadenning3804]

I'm catching up on videos that I have missed, but realized that I have been doing a reverse closet edit - sort of. I have donated clothes that I don't love so am happy with many things remaining in my closet. But I have not tried them on, created outfits, or taken pictures. Hum, but that shouldn't be hard to do. Btw this video reminds me that you are helping to change and shape our mental health especially regarding size, appearance and style. Words to consider: wear your nice clothes, and take a picture. As always, thanks for the encouragement!

[@karenferguson7662]

I love the idea of focusing on things that you really do like wearing now. I think this will motivate me to go through my wadrobe in the first place. Using these pieces to make some 'outfits' also will help not to get overwhemed when I wonder about what to wear. Hopefully it will reinforce the idea that I can let go of the other pieces that stress me out when I look at my wardrobe now. Thank you Nada, and I wish you a wonderful 2024. X

[@stephanieg2000]

New subscriber! I love your content and attitude soooo much! 🥰

[@NadaManley]

Aww thank you so much! That makes my day! Welcome to my channel!

[@susanmorrison8403]

Great idea Nada! Thank you!! Doing it today!

[@NadaManley]

Wonderful! Cheering you on

[@shannonalwaise8398]

I have really been working on down sizing my closet.

[@NadaManley]

That’s wonderful! Good luck and I hope this helped!

[@testing1-2three]

Wow Nada, we are so lucky you do these videos. 🙇🏽‍♀️ Muchas Gracias. I rewatched this video and I get to do this with my wardrobe now and work on it to keep improving it. Wooooo!!! 🎉

[@dorothysegovia8134]

Love this! Even though I have a 'small closet" going through everything was getting overwhelming. Looking forward to styling and wearing my fav pieces. I ended up with 50 pieces! Surprise!

[@winnerecho9613]

Loved this!!

[@karenmackenzie5697]

I love this!

[@secondeve610]

I do this! Love it!

[@catherinegardner8407]

Very good!

[@bridgetc9932]

Great advice

[@jennbetween8842]

I do this! Great advice.

[@NadaManley]

A stress free way to approach your closet! What stresses you out about your closet? Let me know in the comments!

[@TravelinRosy2025]

2much

[@NadaManley]

@@TravelinRosy2025 I get that for sure. I hope this helps a little

[@tl2940]

I struggle with getting rid of clothes that show some wear but still look ok. What do you suggest for making the final cut to getting rid of an item?

[@gillianchoo5980]

I love colurs as well as black and white. I have lots of space!! I tried to do capsule wardrobes in all colours plus black and white. I honestly think i could open a shop.. Living in a cold climate in UK i also have a winter wardrobe even with thermals i still need warm clothes as i feel the cold. I somehow manage to wear 85%/90% of my clothes each year and make sure i use the rest the following. I do not love all my clothes and have been strict this year getting rid of what doest fit. Some clothes i just love the colour but not the item this is a hard one for me. Some are very old that i do love and i feel getting rid of something to replace an identical item is not user friendly or economical I do find having a lot means i always have something to go with anything. Perhaps I could do this closet reverse one colour at a time?

[@dianethompson6804]

2 pieces that i love are a little longer and they both have that little metal bar at the neckline!! One is red and black paisley, with red predominate, and the other is purple with black trim. I get lots of compliments when i wear both of them. They make my figure look better than it is. Is that bar detail so frumpy i need to ditch them? Red and purple, royal blue and black are definitely my colors!

[@bethl]

I have one feminine top with that bar & I also get lots of complements in it. It’s staying!

[@sherrycadenhead7193]

I don't think I can do this!!!

[@petergeorge4415]

Speaking of TRUTH! So wise and wonderful! Oh My! Thank you so much Ms Nada! SO easy!!! Who would thing??????? You are a fashion (and wallet, tee-hee) ANGEL! No PAIN: the rest (unworn) are going direct-ly into a box and....DONATION! Bye! Bye! for the joy of appreciating what is true to me! (and no regrets!!! That is the wonder of it) thank you ! thank you Ms Nada! ( I was stunned! ...about you saying: not to keep our cute clothes only for going OUT OF THE HOUSE!) OMG! Thank you!!!! (you are SO RIGHT!!) the energy level stays.....to its possible top! (sorry, if it cannot be said...apology from a "French girl" ;) helene :)

[@sherrytiller7172]

What if you have 6 or 7 closets? Do you just tackle the main one or pick out your most loved items from each?

[@christinebeames712]

If you have 6/7 closets , you really have too many ,

[@toniweston4330]

I have lost 60lbs. I was a social worker who worked in a major US city. I am now retired. My clothes are beautiful. Classic & were expensive. I am a Libra, who has great style. I don't know what to do with these gorgeous clothes... I own 100 pairs of shoes that are all in the $400-1,200. Range. I own Berkinssssssss, Chanel, Dior. I don't want to get rid of life long collections. I know this sounds crazy and conceited but it's not easy. I own 100k plus in vintage fine jewelry. Help! I am not getting any younger! Plus I never leave the house. Why dress up? I don't want a huge dry cleaning bill. Most of my clothes need to be dry cleaned. I am not donating...

[@NadaManley]

@@toniweston4330 I would love to help with this. Believe it or not you are not alone and I have a lot of clients. Who are in the same boat. There is a way to make your wardrobe fit your current life. Let me know if you’d like to chat.

[@trixi1608]

Maybe you could sell some of your designer items.