How Many Clothes Should I Have in My Wardrobe?

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We have more clothes than every before, so why we do we constantly feel like we have nothing to wear? Does it take you more than 5 minutes to choose an outfit in the morning? Do feel overwhelmed and depressed when you open your closet? Do you lose things in your closet?
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Using data from a Closet Maid survey, we'll discuss problems many women have with their wardrobes including too many clothes, clothes that have never been worn, disorganized closets, lost items in the closet, feeling depressed when you get dressed, taking more than 5 minutes to choose an outfit, and how Pareto's Principle of the 80/20 rule can help solve most of these problems!
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[@shoppingonchampagne]

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[@kimberlyperrotis8962]

I’m sure I have “too many” clothes, but I love and wear them all. I don’t see the point of getting rid of things just to have a minimalist or capsule wardrobe, as many YTers recommend. I love the abundance and variety I have.

[@michelebrotman5345]

Same here, although I am weeding out some.

[@shoppingonchampagne]

Hi Kimberly, I definitely don't consider myself a minimalist when it comes to my wardrobe. My goal is to teach people how to buy clothes that work together so they have an effective wardrobe filled with lots of variety rather than a closet full of one-offs that don't work together - I think we're on the same page! 😍

[@debbiegibson3604]

I'm with you! I got rid of a bunch of clothes when everyone was doing the Kon Mari thing, and then regretted it.

[@annewiseman9983]

AGREED,! I love all my clothes and love wearing them all. I love variety when dressing and a minimalist or capsule wardrobe would depress the hell out of me

[@1chicgeek368]

@@annewiseman9983 I only recently started watching these style videos and I've been fascinated by a British woman who makes a monthly capsule from her larger wardrobe. She takes 20-25 pieces and will only wear outfits she can make from those for one month. Then the next month she creates a different capsule and so on. She also tests her capsule by closing her eyes and pulling a top, a bottom and a third piece. No matter what she pulls it all goes together! I've decided to try this; I think it's a good way to rotate through everything in my closet and weed out anything I don't actually reach for.

[@FrenchTwist]

After a 50 year career in scrubs and lab coats I've retired from health care and work part time in the real world. What a joy to finally get to wear real clothes.

[@shoppingonchampagne]

Wow! You have more than earned a closet full of clothes you love! Thank you for all you've done as a health care worker and let me know if you have any specific fashion questions I can answer! 😍

[@rozzie5651]

Hey, me too, health care worker. Oh i love "regular " clothes. I have a non medical side business i can wear business casual, and im so relieved!

[@KA-jo8vn]

Yes I know that feeling!! Feels sooo good!

[@lynettefinnigan9540]

I couldn't get my wardrobe to work until I took EVERYTHING out of my wardrobe.... I tried it ALL on, matched it up with what it went with, and hung it up, if it didn't fit, I didn't like it, I had nothing to go with it, I couldn't name one place I would wear it.... then it went in a huge pile, which I took to donate....suddenly, everything worked and I've enjoyed getting dressed. I've regained my health and lost quite a bit of weight, so I think it's time to do it again, then I'll have room to go buy some new clothes that fit, 😊

[@shoppingonchampagne]

I'm sure it was a lot of work, Lynette but it sounds like it has really paid off for you! Congrats on your health, weight loss, and room to buy some new clothes that work for the new you! 😍

[@irenesingleton3427]

I watched this video and immediately walked in my closet and pulled out 47 items. Thank you!!!

[@shoppingonchampagne]

Wow, Irene! I'm so proud of you! Now your closet is only clothes you love 🥰

[@pawsation7719]

Thank you this is very helpful. Most of my clothing was corporate and when we immigrated I had to stay home due to permit laws, I got depressed and lived off two pants and 3 tops. Now that I fought the depression and God healed me I definitely feel the need to change my wardrobe, now I want to look polished and good while I'm still at home seeing I need to go to the shop and get my children at school. This helped me so much.

[@shoppingonchampagne]

Hi Nicolene, I'm so happy you found the video helpful. I'm glad to hear you are on the other side of depression and dressing for yourself, even while you're still at home, will help you feel a bit better each day. Wishing you the best in your journey. 🥰

[@harshikaswarup3879]

I am an expat sahm and also don’t seem to need a lot of clothes. I dress well for school drops and feel good amongst the sea of gym clothes wearing moms. Hahaha.

[@tiffhamill567]

I purge yearly.. my closet is now class w some trend and I appreciate things more. Also most natural fibers and less buy cheap synthetic except for a dress to wedding, etc

[@shoppingonchampagne]

That's a beautiful approach! Purging regularly and focusing on quality, natural fibers can significantly affect how you feel in your clothes. It's great that you've balanced classic and trendy pieces! 😊🌿👗

[@SReid111]

Whats really worked for me is creating DIY clothing dividers with cardboard and seperating out my clothes. I pick from thr left in each section and then place on the right. It helps me rotate my clothes evenly and see clearly what i am consistently skipping over! Hope that helps someone else too! :)

[@shoppingonchampagne]

That's a very handy tip, Sandra, to see what clothes aren't being worn! Thanks so much for sharing! 😀

[@user-hi8rg7bl2s]

Clever. Thank you❣

[@sheilaclarke3707]

I retired not long before pandemic and consciously lost weight in the past 2 yrs. That was the impetus to get rid of a ton of things that I didn't need/ didn't fit/ didnt like, etc. It took awhile to do this but it was so worth it. I live in a climate with cold weather so automatically some items I don't wear for several months but that's ok. I've donated a lot, sold a little, and feel so good when I look at the closet. (I confess to keeping a ratty pair of pants and an old tee - I need to paint the fence this summer....).

[@michelebrotman5345]

Everybody needs a few ratty clothes for gardening, house projects, etc.

[@adamarlem9863]

Congratulations ☑️🥳

[@Rottnwoman]

So nice to meet another fence painter! We are switching from picket fences to pist and rail and it will add years to my life I'm sure. We have 10 acres and a LOT of fences.

[@100mfp]

On the sentimental clothes topic - take a picture of the garment. Then you can have the good memories attached to it but you don't have to hold on to the item. It really helps clear clutter!

[@noemisolano4748]

Very cool how you mentioned to write things you need in a note pad. I just started doing that this year, writing in a note pad on my phone a list of clothing that I needed. When I went to the store, I looked at my list and got the clothing that I needed. For example, I realized I had a black and white sweater but I couldn't wear it because I didn't have a white long sleeve blouse and I didn't have a short sleeve blouse. I live in PA so I needed a long sleeve for the winter and I needed a short sleeve blouse for the summer. Now I can wear my black and white sweater in the winter and summer because I brought a long sleeve and short sleeve white blouse! This has worked for me writing in a note pad on my phone ☺️ I also did a closet declutter and for the first time all of my clothes are organized and I have two sections of clothing, one section for work and one section for casual and weekend clothes. This system has also worked for me.

[@shoppingonchampagne]

Hi Noemi, I'm so glad the notepad technique worked for you - I grew up in PA so I know what you mean about needing different sleeve lengths for winter vs summer months! I'm also thrilled to hear you did a closet declutter and it's working for you! 😍

[@lisbetsoda4874]

Plus a white shirt is always useful in so many other combos or on their own.

[@shoppingonchampagne]

@@lisbetsoda4874 I agree, Lisbet! 😀

[@drchristamarie]

That’s me! I spend 5 minutes everyday in front of my closet to try to find something to wear! Very useful video 👍🏼

[@shoppingonchampagne]

I'm thrilled you found the video helpful, Christa! 🤩

[@nataliek3717]

I live in the extremely hot desert area so layering only happens in the winter for bout 30 days!!! My favorite season!!! We need ideas for hot all year weather!!!

[@briannab5296]

TOTALLY agree!!

[@gardeninginthedesert]

I live in West Africa, we have two seasons, 6 months each, hot and dry and very hot and humid. I have clothes I can wear all year but in the humid season I'm very limited in what I can wear. I've lived in cold climates too and I find a year round hot climate is much easier to shop for.

[@TheDriftwoodlover]

Our summers have gotten so hot in the midwest, being cool is my priority. It doesn’t help that spandex is added to just about everything now.

[@zdarr6188]

I watched this video about a month ago and I want to come back and tell you that the video has been life changing for me. I was holding onto clothes that were 15 years old simply because they were in good shape and my mother didn’t let me take them out of my closet in the hopes that I will fit in them someday soon. I realised that my closet was not working for me but I never really took the clothes out and kept adding in more clothes. Finally a month ago I took out a lot of clothes I think more than 40 to 50 pieces for donation because they were not working for me. Now my closet only hold those clothes that fit me. Also loved your organisation method and it has really changed the way that I keep my closet. All of the things are much more so easier to find. ❤

[@shoppingonchampagne]

You made my day! I'm glad you tried it and are now happy with your closet! 🥰

[@tonistark4169]

The trick is to buy clothes that COORDINATE!!! That way you can pair down many items! Me included. I’ve worn scrubs as an RN for 40+ years so my other wardrobe is a mess.

[@Mrs.Silversmith]

Amen to that. I try to keep my bottoms and jackets neutral and use colors for tops and accessories. Makes it a lot easier to mix and match.

[@tonistark4169]

@@Mrs.Silversmith I’m trying to move towards that too. Thank you!

[@lindacaffalette8927]

💟Just read Kimberly's comment below & totally agree with her! I also love everything in my closet & try to wear all of the pieces & everything fits properly. The only thing is that there are more clothes than days in a year! BUT very happy to wear them all !!! Thanks so much for your video 💟💜💟

[@cwm5316]

I have a lot of clothes and that's how it's been since I was a child. My mother loved clothes and she passed that on to me. Your tip for organizing clothing by type and light to dark is something that I'll be doing in my closet. For work or for a day out, I always feel happy with my outfit if I plan at least the night before.

[@margarethoughton6288]

Agree, having a wishlist on my phone has totally worked for me to shop intentionally 😊x

[@shoppingonchampagne]

That's great to hear, Margaret! 😀

[@karolmolpus9536]

Such a great video ❣️. Twenty years ago I was a wardrober..... exactly my concept. At 71, living in a tiny, casual, country Southern town...I struggle.

[@nataliek3717]

I decided I was always buying how I used to dress which is business casual but now that my husband is retired and I'm disabled in chronic pain I need some more casual clothing. So I'm making a concertated effort to buy more casual outfits!!!

[@shoppingonchampagne]

I'm so sorry to hear you are suffering from pain, Natalie. Choosing comfortable and casual outfits is a must for you - good job!

[@annettehennessy4876]

I am in the middle of decluttering my closet ...I bought lovely velvet hangers and rather than have 5 or 6 blouses etc on one hanger where I couldn't see what I had, having them on a single hanger makes matching clothes so much easier...I divided my clothes into keep , maybe , charity shop, give to a friend piles..

[@shoppingonchampagne]

Sounds great, Annette! 😀

[@elizabethwright4784]

Just watched this a second time. Great ideas.

[@shoppingonchampagne]

Wow! So glad you found it helpful, Elizabeth! 🥰

[@mattysmom1]

Hi! I started buying a few Lilly P pieces after watching your videos! My only suggestion is to limit the choppy editing. I’d rather watch you talk imperfectly than see my screen jump to a new shot after every sentence. I enjoy your content though, so thanks for posting!

[@mariaziarnik6909]

Love your colorful clothes. This is such a great concept and I agree. This weekend; I went ahead and did a quick declutter of clothes I had not worn in over a year. Started to move my favorites and things I love to wear. It helped me appreciate my closet even more and now I can quickly get dressed and feel good.

[@jilllovesbeegees70]

I am watching this in secret. My husband has always and only had basics and can pack in 15 minutes.. i hear these tips all the time from him. I can’t let him know he is right.. 😝

[@shoppingonchampagne]

Your secret is safe here, Jill! 🤣

[@Rottnwoman]

Shh! I won't tell. He might tell MY husband.

[@marissaclaridge7627]

Lovely helpful video...thank you for your ideas!!!xxx

[@shoppingonchampagne]

Hi Marissa, I'm so glad you enjoyed it and found the ideas helpful! 🤩

[@CocoB22]

It is important to have a wardrobe that will allow you to look really good regardless of your weight on a particular day and for any event you might have to attend. You should be able to have appropriate clothing for all seasons and events. Buy the best quality you can and take care of it. As items become no longer usable we can discard them. End of story. Keep your closet neat and tidy and there should be no problem.

[@suzannelawson9215]

There is only ONE item that I still wish I had for the "memories." Well, I am a senior citizen (over 65), but when I was a teenager I went to one of my first concerts at the Hollywood Bowl in Hollywood,California . I lived with my parent's then and not far from the Hollywood area. I went to see my favourite folk singer named Donovan. Actually I still am a fan of Donovan and yes he is stlll around and starts a new tour in Ireland in May 2022. So, I STILL remember what I wore to see Donovan at the Hollywood Bowl when I was about 17 years old. It was this really cute soft pink satin mini-dress with short puffy sleeves. It was a lovely lovely dress and NEVER would fit me now. It was probably a size 3 or size 5 and I was a tiny teenager at 5' 1" and not even a 100 pounds at 16, 17 years old. So yes, I wish I still had that dress, to see it again. Sadly, I never had any photos of the dress or any photos of me wearing it. I truely miss this dress for sentimental reasons when I went to see my favourite folk singer named Donovan at the Hollywood Bowl in the 1960's.

[@nineteenfortyeight6762]

It's ok, we can picture it. Fab.

[@stucumins8511]

I’m a Donovan fan too!

[@suzannelawson9215]

@@stucumins8511 Nice to find another Donovan fan here. Do you have any favourite songs of his? I last saw him in a concert in about 2010.

[@guesswho5790]

This was lovely :)

[@Vwall007ST]

Today I organised my closet. I have found two 6 pair of jeans, 3 pair of pants, one pair of joggers, one jacket and 12 T-shirts that I don’t like anymore or haven’t worn in years. I will put it in a box and I will donate it. I also have like 30 pair of sneakers. I need to sort out those as well.

[@deborahcurtis1385]

Never choose your clothes in the morning! Chose at night after checking the weather forecast. Then put the choices out and include everything including pantyhose or tights and t shirts or any clothes you are wearing underneath. AND include all accessories. Then it's simple. You also can note what's missing that will make your wardrobe work. Your clothes haven't changed! Your clothing needs have changed.

[@shoppingonchampagne]

Great advice, Deborah! 😀

[@polinaracheeva9163]

That advice saved me TONS of time in the morning. I can get ready as fast as in 15 minutes TOTAL

[@deborahcurtis1385]

@@polinaracheeva9163 Gla it helps Polina! Once you shift to this mindset you never go back to the other chaotic time wasting way! You feel stream lined and ready for anything! Make sure if you're changing bags to do the changeover the night before, that way you don't miss anything. A real bugbear when you realise uh oh...you left a card or something major in your other handbag! When packing for a vacation put all options on the bed and really check down to all combinations and edit. Edit again. Try to stick to ONE neutral. That way you're not lugging too much stuff around and actually have room for new buys!

[@deebabes33]

This is what I do it really works

[@marybroderick4323]

Great advice Nancy 👍 love your pink and white combo , very pretty 😊

[@Saraphina6]

I watched this and was immediately able to fill 3 bin bags of clothes to donate to the charity shop. Thank you so much for helping me to feel less overwhelmed by all of the clothes I've been hoarding!

[@kimberlyberlin4999]

What a terrific video. Spot on. I really need to streamline my closet and keep only what I love and wear. I already got rid of things that don't fit my current lifestyle but in my search for the perfect items, like blazers for example, I now have 10 and they're not all perfect for me. I shop second hand quite often get really nice pieces but previously I was picking things up that were almost right but not a wow. Now if it's not a wow it's a no. After watching this I'm headed upstairs to go through my closet and get rid of things that are taking up space, hangers, and confusing my closet. If I'm not sure about a particular item I'll put it in my spare closet and revisit it later.

[@shoppingonchampagne]

Hi Kimberly, that's a great plan! I put mine in my garage for a few months and guess what...I never miss any of those items! Then, off to the Goodwill they go. 😍

[@amadeagottlieb]

I spend an afternoon doing try-ons a couple times a year. I write down what outfits I have, what pieces I need, give away what's no longer working and only then do I organize the closet. I was surprised last time to find out I won't need to shop for a year!

[@Liznvx]

Don’t know if it’s minalistic or not, but I have 100 pieces including shoes and accessories. It gives me enough variety for the entire year.

[@masterofnothing2360]

The answer is yes! I love all the clothes I have, but I struggle with impulse shopping and letting clothes I don’t wear go because “they’re in great condition/I may need them for xyz reason”. The visual clutter stresses me out, this triggering a cycle of stress shopping. I already planned to go through my clothes tomorrow then came across your video.

[@thebessyeung]

I love that ' is your closet working for you?' and that makes me think about what to keep and what to get rid off in my closet. Thank you xx

[@shoppingonchampagne]

I'm so glad you found it helpful, Bessie! 😀

[@suzannakoizumi8605]

My last closet purge was anti-color. I kept most of my black items and actually bought more. Now I want to reintroduce color and loved everything on your hangers. I am using my 40 year old color guide personalized for my complexion. Many of my new pieces will be hand made by me. Thanks for inspiration. Will start on my shoes because many are wretched. Then my office clothes. I am not going back and can work from home. Need things both relaxed and stylish, not just bike shorts and tees.

[@shoppingonchampagne]

I'm so glad you enjoyed the video, Suzanna, and did your own closet purge! Kudos for making your own clothes, too 😍

[@MoniqueVanRey]

I really enjoy the pink and blue makes me happy to look at

[@shoppingonchampagne]

Thanks, Monique! I'm glad it made you happy! 😊

[@edennis8578]

I have a lot of clothes, but most of them aren't actually in my closet. I've been organizing my extras and off-season clothes in bins, and it's definitely a work in progress. I have two sizes on hand because I bounce up and down in weight and water retention. I have clothes for all four seasons, which vary wildly. So, I'm learning by trial and error how my brain works. Do I need to organize by color, type (pants or sweaters or tees, for example), or style (jeans, cords, dress pants, shorts, for example) first? That's what's slowing me down. It turns out that I need to organize by type first, then color, then style. I also started reorganizing according to where I bought the items because of different fits, so I specify on the bin label where the clothes came from. It's complicated, but once it's done, I can change out my closet every three months without fussing. What I didn't realize before was how much room my thick sweaters take up! Whoa!

[@shoppingonchampagne]

Wow, You have quite a system! I'm glad you found one that works for you so you can change out your wardrobe seasonally. 😍

[@jeannetteantry1086]

You are lovely in that pink sweater. Your insight and knowledge of closet use is large. The information is spot on. I sew most of my wardrobe now. A lot of what you say about purchasing can be applied to sewing additional garments to help the clothes I love be more wearable. I have done a lot of what you are discussing here. I compiled a fabric swatch book. I also took loads of photos of my clothes and what accessories look good with them. The photos give me one step more, they help me to see how I look in my clothing, or outfits. And knowing what feels good and looks good is a big part of feeling good when I put my outfits together. This is a great video to update and inspire me to keep at it and to come back around to review the process. This is important because now that I have a great working wardrobe with loads of outfits to wear, I still need to keep the closet organized and cohesive. You would think that making your own clothing, you would have a pretty minimal closet, but sewing clothing I love, wear and keep, I just keep adding. And retirement doesn't require much change in my wardrobe attire. Thanks for sharing all this great information.

[@shoppingonchampagne]

Hi Jeanette, Thanks for sharing your advice about sewing your own clothes. I love to sew as well and have made many clothes for myself over the years. I love that you are using the concepts I mentioned to help expand (or control 😂) your handmade wardrobe. Let me know if there's anything you'd like me to cover.

[@Sekhmet1Songstress]

I am pretty good at decluttering my wardrobe, being sentimental or thinking "but thise *used to* be my favourite" is a problem, but also: as fashion changes sometimes I cannot replace items that are worn with something that fits: e.g. favourite trousers that are threadbare. When I try and replace them all that's in the shops is "high waist," "short leg" type of cuts which are uncomfortable and look bad on me.

[@kgirl310]

My rule of thumb is to buy classic pieces, which I learned from seeing women in Europe. My closet consists of black, grey, and denim which is made up skirts, tees, a blazer, sweaters/sweatshirts/hoodies. Pair with white sneakers or black ballet flats. Done.

[@tennilledebysingh5819]

I've always been a purger & now that I've finally found my style I was able to more easily let go of clothes that no longer work for me, whether it was because of style, fit, color, size, or how I felt in the outfit or piece,it was much easier to release..and writing down what I want & need really works!! I do have clothing I rarely or have not worn simply because they are specialty event pieces, and that's ok to keep as long as they fit, you feel good in them and is appropriate for the event.

[@shoppingonchampagne]

Great to hear you've found your style, Tennille! 🤩

[@kathreengannaban6613]

Your pink vest is so lovely!

[@shoppingonchampagne]

Thank you so much! 🤩

[@pinkpotatoes9849]

3/4 of mine are every day basic outfits in neutrals for all the 3 seasons. 1/4 are special occasions outfits in special colors and fabrics-weddings, job interviews, funerals. Maybe its ok afterall.

[@RachelJayne92]

I’ve had to buy everything again since I’ve lost a large amount of weight, so I definitely have got a large amount of clothes that are too big for me, and are completely unwearable. I’ve donated and thrown out a good portion of those, but I totally need to go through it again!

[@racheljing7060]

Very clearly explained. Very helpful. Thanks!

[@shoppingonchampagne]

Glad you enjoyed it, Rachel! 😀

[@donnadrane4977]

In my job I have summers off. Since June I have been cleaning my walk in closet. I’ve had to get rid of 3/4 of my clothes because of weight gain and a more casual position for work. There are twenty shelves in my closet and I haven’t seen some of the stuff shoved at the back in over ten years. It’s going to take me all summer.

[@shoppingonchampagne]

That's a big undertaking, but it sounds like you are on your way to wardrobe success! 🤩

[@kc1822_]

For people struggling to get rid of clothes with sentimental value (I’ve been there), there are now so many creative ways to repurpose them- into pillows, blankets, even stuffed animals. Lots of sellers on Etsy will do this if they don’t know someone who can. Or, consider putting the sentimental piece in a keepsake bin, that way it’s out of your closet.. but still, let’s limit what we hang on to. 😉

[@kathydilorenzo9744]

Thank you for this information. No kidding, I love the idea

[@evelynsaungikar3553]

Or just take a picture of it.

[@razsbags]

I stuff out of season clothes in cushion covers.

[@kathyhirsh9687]

I definitely don't wear everything in my closet. And I found that the "if you haven't worn it in 1 year" rule really upset me because lets be honest: who wore anything nice during Covid shutdown? Most of my wardrobe wasn't worn after March 2020. It definitely makes me sad that a lot of clothes went unworn during the pandemic and are now out of style or off trend. I did a large closet edit in fall '21. But I'm definitely ready to edit again based on my current lifestyle. I'm learning how to purge without putting 10 different emotions on a piece of clothing. These videos help

[@shoppingonchampagne]

Hi Kathy, I appreciate your concerns. As I mentioned in the video, it really isn't so much for the the pandemic situation. This is meant for the clothes people have been holding onto for 5, 10, 15+ years thinking they will wear them again. Great job editing your wardrobe - keep me posted on your progress! 😍

[@pippas5808]

I read it more as a guideline than a rule you must keep. For example, I can go 2-3 years without needing my 'wedding guest dress', but I'm not going to get rid of it because it's classic, doesn't date and I'm only going to have to buy another dress the next time I'm invited to a wedding if I get rid of this one. Also, I dyed my own wedding dress dark navy and had it shortened slightly so that I can wear it as an evening dress - I need an evening dress even less often than I need a day dress for weddings, but again, it's a classic style, won't date, and it's there in my wardrobe for whenever I do need it.

[@nancyposluszny6504]

I absolutely love your videos!

[@mariastathopoulos744]

In terms of clothing attached to memories, l've let go of clothing items connected to devastating sorrowful events, or bad dates etc. I think it's prudent to keep a couple extra outfits for weight variations, as many women go up/down 3 - 5kg within a year. My basic philosophy is 70% everyday wardrobe of basics that suit your lifestyle, 20% seasonal and 10% occasion wear. I have 2 wardrobes - everyday & career/work. Both wardrobes are all year round/ all seasons. My everyday wardrobe has 36 clothes, career wardrobe has 24 pieces, and l have 3 dresses for special occasions.

[@shoppingonchampagne]

Hi Maria, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your philosophy and your wardrobes. It sounds like you have a perfectly planned wardrobe - great job! 🤩

[@gardeninginthedesert]

I definitely need a variety of sizes. My weight goes up and down but I also want to wear a looser fit in the hotter weather.

[@pippas5808]

Yes. I have a chronic health condition and before it was diagnosed, I put on 3 stone. Now I have treatment, I'm gradually losing that weight, but if I have a flareup, I can't move around and I get fatter. So I'm keeping the clothes that I like but are too tight/too loose so I don't have to replace the next time my weight fluctuates. But I do have a small number of clothes so the items that don't always fit are a small number too. If I had multiple outfits that didn't fit, I would thin them out.

[@thepreppygigi8216]

Love the cardigan...

[@shoppingonchampagne]

Thank you so much my preppy pal! 💕

[@alisonshanahan9529]

It's so nice to see a 'Summer' closet. 💓

[@nikkil764]

I have lots of clothes but they represent different lifestyles. When I’m in the city, I dress more formally and lots of black. When I’m at our beach condo, it’s Lily Pulitzer with white jeans and sandals. When we are in the country, I wear jeans, tshirts, and trainers or boots. Each lifestyle has a different wardrobe. I would feel inappropriate without these different wardrobes and I love them all. But I also keep them at the location where they will be worn so I don’t have to drag clothes around.

[@sarahterry2140]

Love your hair and glasses - smart looking!

[@shoppingonchampagne]

Oh thank you so much, Sarah! 🥰

[@medorawyatt5082]

Nancy, What about seasonal or holiday clothes. I like to dress in fall colored clothing in autumn, reds around Christmas and pastels in the spring and summer. Could you do a video on what you do?

[@shoppingonchampagne]

Hi Medora, Have you been reading my mind? 🤔 LOL! I'm working on a spring capsule wardrobe video and, as the seasons change, I'll be doing them for each season!

[@donnabeckmann5125]

I do this too! A video on this type of seasonal dressing would be Fun!

[@maryjothompson4578]

You kept such a lovely memory!

[@LyricalLioness]

Great topic, I have been working on reducing the volume of clothing I own (including handbags/shoes/jewelry), especially this year. I reside in New England, therefore I do need clothing for three/four seasons, I work (report to the office and work from home). I find trying things on is key to making decisions and I am focusing more on my lifestyle. I have a consignment shop I drop things off at for resale and I donate to Goodwill. It feels so good to part with things, after due diligence.

[@ferasu]

Excellent video and content. Thank you so much! One tip is to have a hamper next to the closet that is only for the clothes that you want to get rid of. You will be surprised by how many things you wear or see that will just throw there and by time you'll have less in your closet

[@donnagordon4151]

Very helpful and I feel good because I do some of these things.

[@shoppingonchampagne]

Great to hear it, Donna! 😊

[@halliebass]

I recently rehomed some things I will never wear again. Size and lifestyle change issues! I have been working on my closet for the past year. I am pretty happy with things although I do have some wish list items. I have found some forgotten treasures. I do love to shop though, however, I have a bit more purpose and am working at my wish list and not impulse buying very often. I did get a denim duster coat a few weeks ago, but I am wearing it a lot! I have been waiting before tapping the order now button! Getting there and I do have lots to wear!

[@shoppingonchampagne]

Hi Hallie, It sounds like your closet is working well for you at the moment! I love that you added a denim duster as a new key piece to your wardrobe and that it's getting a lot of use. Keep focusing on your wish list - thanks for sharing your techniques!

[@madeleinevonwielligh5931]

Just stamble across your channel ....loving it 😍 Thank you ❤💕

[@shoppingonchampagne]

Yay! I'm so glad you discovered me, Madeleine! Let me know if there's anything you'd like me to cover! 😀

[@charinargi3521]

Just loving your content.💞 Have you considered doing a current Lilly selections video? I just purchased a romper, linen pants and another Etta scoop neck today. Would love to see your selections. Have a great day 🌸

[@shoppingonchampagne]

Hi Chari, Thanks for your kind word! I love the idea of a Lilly haul - I'll add it to my video "to do" list! 😍

[@kimberlyperrotis8962]

How about “by garment type”? “By classification” could mean anything. I don’t have anything in my wardrobe that isn’t in perfect condition and ready-to-wear, yes, that means steamed or ironed, as appropriate, too. It would drive me nuts to pull out things from my closet that I can’t actually wear. Anything that needs washing, ironing, altering, polishing, etc. stays in my little laundry/work room until I can get to it.

[@marym8028]

I understood "classification" to mean clothes that are alike, such as T-shirts, blouses, sweaters, pants, jackets, etc.

[@jeanniestaller797]

I'm good at weeding out my closet. Not so good at finding good replacements.

[@eliteg0ddess]

I’m in the same boat. I can weed out but have no clue what to buy and end up weeding those new clothes out in a year too.

[@shoppingonchampagne]

Hi Jeannie and @Judy Lin Young - You both bring up a great point about what to add to your closet. I will be doing a video on this topic in the very near future!

[@eliteg0ddess]

@@shoppingonchampagne thank you and please make a video on how to add the right clothes after purging.

[@glorianelson9538]

I agree. The quality nowadays is just terrible. I have a cashmere sweater that is 40 years old, my son put it in the washer and dryer by mistake - It survived because of quality. Nowadays, most clothes, even cashmere are cheaply made.

[@briannab5296]

@@glorianelson9538 ... i totally agree! And since everything is made in china now the clothes are never made to PROPER SIZE, they are either way too small or lately way too big.

[@dorothydiduch8140]

I love the soft pink jacket that you're wearing. Does it end in the right place? Where is the most flattering place for a jacket like that to end?

[@carolynfabiano1751]

I have a really bad habit of saving clothes thinking I’ll wear them someday,but never do. I have a lot of things that I’ll never wear. It’s overwhelming to have so much stuff.

[@shoppingonchampagne]

Hi Carolyn, I agree - it is completely overwhelming when you have too much stuff. I recommend taking ALL items you haven't worn in the past year out of your closet and then store them in your basement, garage, spare bedroom, etc. for a few months. My guess is that you won't even miss those items! If that turns out to be true, you can take those items and donate or sell them! 😍Keep me posted on your progress!

[@latinaalma1947]

I change sizes...I live in a country where current clothing styles are not much available. I cannot easily replace the clotes I have. I need to purge. I have no space to store the clothes that no longer fit me...I range from size 8 to size 12 that is three sizes. Yes weight change up down up down I have hypothyroidism and my weight will NEVER BE completely stable...my med needs change and THAT controls my size. It all gets so frustrating.

[@kingking9241]

Thank you beautiful for this information I this this will help me organise my wardrobe I like the way you arrange your clothes.

[@bharris9824]

I have stained clothes for dirty work, cheap t-shirts for sweaty work and exercise, nice seasonal clothes for going out plus sweaters, bathing suits, jackets, coats, and 2super fancy dresses and 1 gown. I know what I have and it’s all useful. Except -Lots of slacks/pants -I mostly wear jeans. What I need to ditch are pants that are tight, loose, and old. And I need a nice pair of platform shoes, because I’m too tiny. Lol

[@shoppingonchampagne]

Hi Brenda, I love that you have a clear vision of what works and doesn't for you - that is the goal! Now ditch those pants that don't fit and treat yourself to some platforms you love! 🥰

[@abbyborg5926]

Can you do a video showing stores that align with the style words? Ie if my words are minimal, chic/elegant and casual, where should I shop?

[@shoppingonchampagne]

That's a great idea, Abby! Adding it to my video to-do list! 🤩

[@eileenf2100]

Just in and will give your plan a try... thanks

[@shoppingonchampagne]

Hi Eileen, keep me posted on your progress! 😀

[@Madirosepsalms]

This lady is hilarious! I absolutely love her♥️

[@shoppingonchampagne]

Thank you so much, Madison! You made my day 🥰

[@Lewisa369]

I love your jacket

[@shoppingonchampagne]

Thank you so much, Lewisa! Here's a link to it in case you want to be twins! 🥰rstyle.me/+spsfbm7Y4YBMPldRUfNjhA

[@sunnynights68]

I wear almost everything in my closet, but if I don’t wear it it’s usually because I don’t have a missing piece to complete the outfit. And then on my hunt to find that missing piece, I get ADHD shopping and buy other stuff 😫 I do have trouble finding items sometimes, but I usually end up finding it. This is great content

[@shoppingonchampagne]

Thanks for sharing - I think it's a problem we all run into - there are so many distractions when shopping!

[@andreaf.6572]

I like the color scheme of your clothes!! Lots of pink. I love pink. One common theme in dressing well is a white cotton shirt and a blazer. That just doesn’t work for me. The cotton shirt wrinkles as soon as I put it on and where I live it’s too hot to wear blazers/jackets most of the year.

[@shoppingonchampagne]

Hi Andrea, Thanks so much, I'm glad to hear you're a fellow pink gal! 💕As for wearing blazers, I have a few thoughts. If you really want to wear a blazer, opt for a cotton knit tee under it instead of a shirt. It won't be as bulky or get wrinkled. I love the look of blazers but don't wear them very often because I'm also in a warm climate (Southern California). Instead, I wear a light denim jacket, lightweight sweaters, and lots of wraps.

[@andreaf.6572]

@@shoppingonchampagne thank you! I wear lots of cardigans.

[@ampywalker3381]

I love blazers but live in Florida!! We have hot weather most of the year!!

[@shoppingonchampagne]

@@ampywalker3381 Have you seen the beautiful linen jackets from Tommy Bahama? They would be great for FL weather and popping in and out of air conditioning. Here's a link to one of my favorite jackets: rstyle.me/+KPCbvaGr2EWwBxIsG7KFJA

[@alexandrasmith7682]

Been there, seen it, don't it ..... Now, I am tired of hearing how I should only have a "perfect number". I was chatting with the psychiatrist where I work and her comment was ..... Being too strict with your closet comes from the same emotional problems that cause eating disorders. So I absolutely agree with being organised, throwing old items out, stop keeping sentimental items ..... Really many of the ideas you mention here .... But, do what honestly works for you! BTW, you look fab in that outfit - great colours for you!

[@TheDriftwoodlover]

I don’t recall that she told us a perfect number. I just took this as food for thought on how much we have that is unnecessary because honestly we aren’t wearing it. And I’m not referring to the dress you wear to a wedding.

[@Dedhead6992]

i have an extensive, almost overwhelming volume of clothing. living in upstat NY we have for full seasons that, IMO require different levels of wind resistance, moisture wicking or stomach-covering clothes. i grew up dirt poor. some time in my mid 20s i was invited out to a club with a strict dress code. this something i rarely did as a ragging workaholic. i had to decline the invite out and turn down a guy i was madly in love with. i sat in my 3 bedroom house alone and stared into my massive walk in cloest lined completely in cedar that was completely empty. this was the first time i realized i was al of a sudden far more successful than i ever dreamed i could be yet i had 3 pairs of jeans 5shirts and 1 suit. i spent the last 7 yrs buying and shopping and buying so much clothing i had my father turn my entire basement into what looks like a salvation army store. its excessive and actually a lot of work to keep everything rotated and fresh not getting moldy or gross. but i decide long ago that idc what ppl think. I'm 32, gay, single and live alone. i sell real estate and most of my time outsidethe house is at high-end restaurants or at my office so looking good is a must. its a great hobby that isn't to expensive. it also gives me a confidence and ego boost to have a wardrobe that Opera or Cher would envy

[@shoppingonchampagne]

Thank you so much for sharing your story. I'm glad to hear you have a fabulous wardrobe that works for you! 🥰

[@reginathomas4087]

I have gotten rid of tons of clothing and gotten better at it. I started when left corporate company and gave away over 1,000 suits I had!!!

[@shoppingonchampagne]

Great job, Regina! I agree, it's tough when you start, but the more you get rid of things you don't need, the easier it is. Think how many people have benefitted from your suits!

[@nataliek3717]

I have too much but my closet is very organized!!!!

[@majatodorovic8683]

Loved this!

[@carolvenables3970]

Love your jacket x

[@shoppingonchampagne]

🥰 Thank you so much, Carol! It has quickly become a staple in my wardrobe. Here's a link to it: rstyle.me/+spsfbm7Y4YBMPldRUfNjhA

[@charlottehetherington8720]

I definitely have too many clothes and although it sounds silly that I can't seem to get rid of them because I like them even though I don't wear some of them that jacket looks so good on you

[@shoppingonchampagne]

Hi Charlotte! Can you move the clothes out of your closet that you don't wear regularly? Maybe put them in another closet, in a vacuum-sealed bag, or in the attic. It will help you focus on your style and everyday wardrobe.

[@sharonvanert]

True 😢So true 😮😅!!!!!

[@missjoyce1557]

Can't wait to try this. Thanks so much!

[@shoppingonchampagne]

Yay! Keep me posted on your progress, Miss Joyce! 😊

[@user-xf3ec9ql4r]

I literally have like 12 tops and 4 bottoms and I say yes to most of those questions...

[@54frances]

This was a perfect time to hear this video we just moved into a new house and OMG my closet is unbelievable I had a very small closet before so I couldn’t even see what I had and just kept craming it in , once I got it all out and hung up I was in shock probably a quarter has never been worn another quarter probably doesn’t fit and most of the clothes are stuff I’ll probably never wear! I just keep thinking of the money I spent on stuff I don’t need 😏

[@tplayspiano]

I love color and find myself unable to pare down to just 3 or 4….our climate is 4 seasons so the palate changes seasonally as well as the fabrics. My husband jokes that he can “help” me…still laughing. How did you get yourself down to just your most favorite colors? Do you have tips for those of us in 4 season climates? Thank you.

[@edennis8578]

Have you thought about trying the 333 method? 33 items are in your closet for 3 months, then you change out for different items. You can do that every three months to match the seasons. I started doing that this year, although unseasonably warm weather this month meant that I couldn't wear my fall sweaters until now. So I'll only get a month to wear them before I change out for December. Truthfully, I don't need 33 items, so I have about 20 for each of my rotations.

[@lorettatayor5840]

my problem is that i live in a city that could have all 4 weather changes daily, if not hourly!! its confusing to wear!! have to option wearing layers or freezing from not enough layers, along with humidity!! have to have plenty of options to change out.

[@lyndaprather2138]

I love your videos! I have some Lilly pieces and love mixing and matching with other pieces.

[@shoppingonchampagne]

Thank you so much, Lynda! Stay tuned for more videos featuring Lilly pieces! 😀

[@mimip154]

So basically, treat your closet like your pantry. Discard old expired items no longer needed and make a list of what you need

[@shoppingonchampagne]

Exactly, Mimi! 😍😍😍

[@ShatteredRippleBooks]

I've decluttered my wardrobe and I still have a lot of clothes. My weight fluctuates so I keep just a few pieces for when it does that. So I think I'll wear everything I have now. If not I can always re-evaluate at the end of each season.

[@shoppingonchampagne]

That sounds like a good plan! 😍

[@sheilaclarke3707]

I commented a few days ago but today I decided that it was a good day to go through my closet AGAIN. Well, I took a bag of shoes that I finally decided that sadly I wouldn't be wearing again to a donation centre. Beautiful shoes that realistically were no longer for me (I have developed arthritis in one foot, a big problem). I really hated to admit this but ...... I also had some jewelry and some sun hats and a purse that was too small for my phone and sunglasses. A couple of tops I haven't worn all winter - I had plans to wear them but if I went 6 months without wearing them, I probably won't wear them next winter. I kept the ratty gardening/painting the fence stuff - ugly but I need them.

[@shoppingonchampagne]

Hi Sheila, I'm so proud of you! Just think, now the shoes, jewelry, and sun hats are going to people who can use them and YOU have a clean closet full of clothes and accessories that fit your needs. Well done! 🤩

[@GoddessLaurel]

Thank you, so motivating and helpful

[@shoppingonchampagne]

I'm so glad you found it helpful, Laura! 😍

[@ediefrasier2932]

I really like your pink sweater. Where did you get it?

[@shoppingonchampagne]

Thank you so much, Edie! 🥰I always provide links to what I'm wearing and the clothes featured in the video description. Here's a link to the pink Lilly Pulizter cardigan I'm wearing: rstyle.me/+LAXr0lRi5O6Nb6rWEwAEIw

[@toniataylor-ward3600]

YES WE HAVE TO MANY CLOTHES... AND WE LIKE IT THAT WAY... WE ARE BUYING MORE CLOTHES HANGERS CLOTHING HANGERS CLOTHING HANGERS CLOTHING HANGERS CLOTHING HANGERS CLOTHING HANGERS CLOTHING HANGERS SHOES SHOES SHOES SHOES SHOES SHOES SHOES MORE PLEASE MORE PLEASE MORE PLEASE MORE PLEASE MORE PLEASE NEVER STOP

[@shoppingonchampagne]

LOL Shop til you drop! 😍

[@gusmonster59]

If you are wearing them, then no, you don't have 'too many' clothes. If you are not wearing stuff, then pass it along (I donate to my local women's shelter). I don't follow trends or fashion crappola, so I am happy with the amount of clothes I have. My closet is organized, I've never 'lost' anything in it. And yeah, some days it takes me more than 5 minutes to pick something out - so what? 5 minutes isn't much time to decide how you feel today. Who decided 5 minutes was the goal time to get dressed? I repair anything that gets torn, I removed any 'stains' on dirty clothes...did we all just forget how to take of stuff? I even buy thrift clothes that need repair because I can get them cheaper and FIX them.

[@shoppingonchampagne]

Great! It sounds like you have your wardrobe under control and it's working for you! Thanks so much for sharing your tips, too 😍

[@jilllovesbeegees70]

I live in Michigan, which is cooler longer then it is warm. But since retiring we are in florida 3-4 months, plus our 3 months of summer. So i got rid of work clothes, have more casual and waaay more swimsuits and summer clothes then ever. Yes, too many..

[@shoppingonchampagne]

I'm so excited for this new adventure for you, Jill! 😍