I got rid of 90% of my clothes and it changed my life 🌿

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If you're new here, welcome! I'm Madi, creating videos about minimalism and slow living every Wednesday. In my videos you will see my minimalist home, my capsule wardrobe, decluttering, inspiration for slow living with kids, intentional living, minimalist finances, things I no longer buy, things I no longer own, things I buy more of as a minimalist, and just overall my passion and inspiration for simple living!
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Chapters:
00:00 My battle with shopping
00:50 My minimalist closet - Early stages
01:50 10 Item Wardrobe beginning
02:56 Benefits of Ten Item Wardrobe

[@MadisunGray]

Who else could use a closet declutter?

[@Amyavalon1844]

I’ve definitely been working on this. 🌪

[@deedeejulius9752]

Meee

[@nnicolexo]

I’ve been doing a full life declutter. But the closet is a big piece, for sure. Thanks for sharing your journey. 💗

[@IntentionallyBethany]

Just did mine today 😂 then your video popped up when I got on KZbin

[@christinathorsen4274]

I literally just walked into my room determined to declutter even one section of my closet while my son is having quiet time only to see your video! Feeling like I got this and so grateful for you! Thank you thank you!! 🌸🌈🙌💗

[@pppf_S]

"Maybe u have everything u need already.Its just hidden under all the stuff that u dont". This is so pretty... for real....

[@MadisunGray]

Thanks Paula!

[@jessicascharer7133]

this was a key phrase for me foh sho!

[@joyphelps968]

Just yesterday I pulled 5 tubs of seasonal clothes from the utility room, created 10 warm weather outfits and 10 cold weather outfits. Drove directly to the Salvation Army and dropped a big box of shoes and 6 big bags of clothing and accessories. I have one bag of items to sell. It's a feeling of lightness, organization, and relief.

[@Amyavalon1844]

Wow 🤩 good for you. Very inspiring! ❤️

[@capturedbyannamarie]

Awesome! I need to do this

[@gracewaterlilly8023]

Big steps! My process is slower but your commitment is awesome

[@JessicaSmith-ie7cm]

This sounds LIBERATING!!! :-)

[@donahazelwood9263]

You have inspired me!

[@dariana4247]

I learned this the hard way once I got pregnant. I didn’t want a ton of maternity pieces, I realized I needed items I could mix & match from casual to dressy that fit me and made me feel beautiful. I’ve been drawn to continue this as a mom and my own children. It makes getting dress, packing for trips and laundry a thousand times easier.

[@shannonevans1319]

We have our seasons so I think having a 10 item wardrobe per season is actually very realistic and doable for myself. Love these videos! Keep em coming!!!

[@MadisunGray]

Thanks Shannon!

[@lesliestanleyangles]

Oh my goodness! Your description of how you felt about your clothes & how you weren’t sure how to start-that’s how I feel too!

[@MadisunGray]

I’m so glad it resonated with you ❤️

[@ciannacoleman5125]

I've always hated shopping, which made me more intentional about buying clothes. Even so when I started a large declutter project last year I eventually got rid of several bags of items that no longer fit/no longer fit my style. I like variety too much to be a minimalist, plus we have quite a weather change winter to summer, but I love having an intentional wardrobe of items I like and wear often.

[@cynthiajohnston424]

Drastic seasonal change is something that many of deal with plus varied activities such as workout , gardening / yard , hobbies ( such as kayaking , skiing , equestrian , etc. ) that all require specific " wardrobe " needs . Reality check for real life , please . 🚣‍♀🏇🎾 🥾 ⛷ 🏡

[@susan5661]

Great video Madison! It is so surprising, the more clothes I let go, the better my wardrobe feels. I am slowly getting the sense of my personal style for my current season of life. Going on a much delayed Europe trip next month, and for the first time ever I will be able to pack into just carry on for 16 days. Such a satisfying feeling of contentment

[@MadisunGray]

That sounds so fun! Thanks for watching!

[@emilymcclain591]

Love this! Six years ago after the birth of my son when my minimalist senses kicked in, I saw all these clothes hanging in my closet that I would never wear again and so it began. The 10 item wardrobe has been key for me. I never have to overthink what I should wear because everything I have I love so much. It’s made womanhood as a mother still feel intentional and I feel good in whatever I wear. Thank you for inspiring us all to be more of who we are Madi! ❤️

[@MadisunGray]

Thank you Emily! ❤️

[@brittanymaloney2035]

I had a house fire and lost every single item of clothing except what I had on my body. Including my weesing dress and concert shirts, it was a hard loss for me. When I moved 2.5 yrs ago I got rid of 4 xl trash bags full of clothes.. I had so many even after that. After my recent fire, I've never felt more relief 😌 I plan on using this method. Thank you so much and good luck to anyone else going through it.

[@MadisunGray]

Thank you for watching Brittany

[@emma472]

The first time i tried something like this was when i studied abroad. I could only take a fraction of my clothes in my suitcase which worried me at the time, but i was shocked to realise that having less clothes was freeing! It reduced my stress (and weight of my suitcase) and i began to actually live my life more rather than worrying about what to wear or how to look perfect for photos or other people. It also helped me start on my journey to financial health! Definitely this saving video to rewatch for when i need a reminder!

[@MadisunGray]

Thanks Emma! so glad you enjoyed it! ❤️

[@MixtapeofVideos]

I am trying to build this mentality that it's ok to have a few great pieces of clothes and wear the same thing a few times a week. I use to be bullied as a child for wearing the same pants (not every day) and that stuck with me till now (I'm 28). Society assumes that if you wear the same thing every day, you are poor. The idea of having a few pieces in my wardrobe sounds amazing. Less laundry, less stress of wondering what to wear each day and more space in my storage area! Thank you for this video :)

[@MadisunGray]

Yes! Thank you for watching ❤️

[@edennis8578]

I hear you! My mom insisted that we kids wear our school clothes two days in a row to save on laundry. You can guess the result. I even had a teacher in 6th grade who pointed it out in front of the whole class. I'm 67 and I never forgot. I'm hideously insecure about clothes to this day.

[@flamingofan5411]

I can relate. My parents got divorced when I was in 3rd grade and we did the every other weekend thing for a while. Eventually I went to live with my dad and stepmom and they went to church every weekend. I only had one dress. The kids at church called me the girl in the green dress. We were poor, never had much, but God used that to help me be creative. My husband once told me that I was really good at making something out of nothing. 🙏🥰

[@laura6796]

Great info! I've been working on my closet for about a month now. I just keep revisiting it and getting rid of more each time. I live in Ohio, so the weather is constantly changing. I probably won't ever do 10 items, but I think I am on the right track!

[@Hillside-Hive]

Colorado here and the seasons require a bit more than 10 items for sure!

[@christineb7725]

same here revisiting my closet constantly! and weather changes here in Vancouver, BC. keep it up! 👍🏽

[@MadisunGray]

@@Hillside-Hive I hope you don't feel like you "should" or "have to" ten item wardrobe if you don't want to! But just so you know it's not actually a strictly ten item wardrobe... you pick your ten core pieces for that season and then add the extras in that you need depending on your climate and lifestyle and taste. If I lived in a super cold place I would probably store some off season items in a waterproof bin just for practicality sake too! Thanks for watching and commenting, sorry if I wasn't clear about that. ❤

[@Hillside-Hive]

@@MadisunGray you're totally on point! Just wanted to affirm others in seasonal locations that 10 doesn't work for us but pairing down is still attainable. I have 1 pair of snow pants, 1 snow jacket, etc. I mean, only one set is really needed unless you work at a ski resort. Keep it up lady- I love ypir content and relaxed parenting (mama of 12 over here)

[@malloryanthony8921]

I live in Pennsylvania. I'd love to do like 10 warm weather pieces and 10 cold weather pieces 😊

[@wagnerlauraann]

Began working on my closet clean out this week! Trying to get down to 20 items. This is a big step for me. It’s definitely not easy!!!

[@jodylancaster8706]

Right! It's not easy. You try to convince yourself that you WILL wear that piece again, someday, somewhere. Why is it so hard?????

[@m.isabelcastanon2323]

I watch all your videos and get so much value from them. This is going to sound crazy but I love your content so much that I’m here for the message and haven’t noticed until now that you mentioned that you’ve worn that shirt multiple times. And I think that it speaks it volumes because again I think most of us love your content but more than anything we’re here because of the message you share about the importance of living in the now and being more present that at least in my experience watching your videos is about that reminder and I take it in and while I’m watching not only do I feel more peaceful in that moment but it always brings me back into the now. So while I watch all your videos as they come out and get so much value from them I have never noticed what you’re wearing. And might I add I LOVE your wardrobe videos. Anyway from one minimalist to another thank you for creating this type of content and for being honest, your message/videos/content are always so refreshing! ♥️

[@MadisunGray]

Thank you Isabel!❤

[@ziggymarleymarley7]

Me too! I didn’t notice she had worn the shirt before and I’m always watching and rewatching her videos

[@CatchThatFlyBernard]

This is the first video of yours I have stumbled across and my goodness am I grateful for seeing it! You have inspired me to change my ways and also made me realise that there is another way. I am currently on my way home from a holiday, and it is actually weighing on my mind the fact that I know I am about to get home to a cluttered closet… not just one closet, but two closets in two seperate rooms filled with clothes I don’t wear or need. The stress and burden of this is really getting to me. I have lived out of a van for the past two weeks and found that I didn’t even wear all of the clothes I brought with me! Why on earth do I think I need such excess of clothes at home?! It’s actually quite ridiculous. Not to mention painful to think of all the wasted money! All I can say is thank you so much for this video! It feels like a friendly nudge to say ‘hey, you can do this!’ I have officially set myself the challenge of minimising my wardrobe once I get home. Thank you ❤️🙏

[@MadisunGray]

Thats awesome 👏🏻 you can do this and you are in the right place ❤️

[@IsabellCoccinelle]

Great video! I must say, I notice if a clothing item is worn in several videos, because I am obviously into the topic. But as you said, I don‘t care in a negative sense. Actually it‘s the opposite: KZbinrs who claim to be (wardrobe) minimalists and promote capsule wardrobes, but then are rarely seen with recurring clothes in their videos … I always think that someting is weird about that.

[@jamiehogue1915]

Your content is so inspiring! I have began decluttering our home and it’s so freeing! 🥰

[@jamelynsteiger]

Beautiful video- thank you for this , very encouraging

[@gretelkettle3838]

Well I haven’t made it to my own closet yet- it’s SO daunting. But yesterday I cleaned out the closet in my oldest sons’ room. Oh my. It definitely looked like a scene from a hoarders show! Thanks again for the motivation!! Also, I would never notice (or care) that you wear the same things. :)

[@shawnajeree]

I’ve watched your 10 item wardrobe videos over and over, watched Jennifer + bought her course and I still struggle 😅 I keep thinking I have to have the perfect capsule and keep buying things 😬 I’m hoping to figure out and overcome this mental block. Thank you for all the inspiration 💖

[@jgfffffffhjiufdddj]

i'm doing this now!!! thank you for the inspiration! xoxoxoxo

[@MadisunGray]

❤️

[@jaimebohrtz4783]

I love everything about this message! ❤

[@MadisunGray]

So glad Jaime!

[@savannahandmom]

Great message! Will def check out the rest of your videos in the cards, thanks for sharing!

[@MadisunGray]

Thanks for watching! ❤️

[@lindsaysears2462]

Ya the top is adorable ! 💘

[@FaithfulMamaLife]

I'm really enjoying your channel! It just gives me this stress-free feeling. I have been intentional about my time and the things I own for several months now but you are confirming all of this for me. ♡♡

[@MadisunGray]

I’m so glad!

[@juliauren1338]

Love your honesty ❤ and inspired so thank you so much for this .really appreciate it 🙏

[@MadisunGray]

So glad this video resonated with you ❤️

[@loida6837]

I discovered this minimalism this year and along the way is amazing

[@MadisunGray]

That’s great!

[@Morochis]

Hi Maddie! I’d love to see your updated wardrobe! I see some cooler weather clothing there and would love to know where you found them.

[@officiallydenise]

I just started following you recently and I love your content. I started my minimalism journey a few years ago and I’ve slowly gotten to a good place. I’ve decluttered my closet and have a wardrobe capsule too and I also loooove that laundry has been so easy now and my closet always looks good! so yes yes yes you are so relatable ;)

[@MadisunGray]

Thanks for watching Denise! ❤️

[@gkreyl8700]

Fantastic video, your words resonated so well with me. Thank you. Love the fact that you are so honest.

[@MadisunGray]

Thank you so much, that means a lot to me. ❤️

[@HerWanderlust]

Love seeing you in your repeat dresses. It shows care for those garments that you utilize them as an everyday part of life

[@annettehudson1432]

Everything you said in this video really hit home with me. You have inspired me to take another look at my closet with a new mindset and intention. I’m looking forward to seeing more of your videos. Thank you for sharing with us!!!

[@MadisunGray]

Thank you for watching Annette! ❤️

[@capturedbyannamarie]

Your videos are still my favorite videos to watch, especially the ones on wardrobe because it’s my struggle area.

[@MadisunGray]

So glad they resonate with you ❤️

[@thecross2429]

I have did it, it’s a lot of fun. And nearly every day I find one more or maybe even five more pieces that I can do without. And you are right, it makes you feel more but together having less articles to have to work with in my wardrobe. Plus it’s very calming

[@mstracitrent]

You inspire me! I love that sweater set ❤️

[@MadisunGray]

Thanks Traci, that’s so sweet ❤️

[@jessicalatorraca8507]

🌸This is THE best clothing video I have ever watched! Beautifully presented Madisun 🌿

[@MadisunGray]

So sweet. Thank you so much!

[@valerydocampo9850]

LOVE 10 item wardrobe, and I LOVE your videos ❤️

[@MadisunGray]

Thank you Valery!

[@hayleyredd5092]

I absolutely love your clothes! You always look so bright and happy and actually content and I can only hope to be the same way 💕

[@MadisunGray]

That’s so sweet. Thank you ❤️

[@skyedaisy4007]

Love your video's Madi! I so agree with you.I have a few summer outfits (everything cotton and linen) that I continue to wear through the whole year with just a cardigan or jacket added for winter. Love that I've found what works for me. I wear them until they're worn out, lol. We're all so much more than the clothes we wear. Such freedom :)

[@MadisunGray]

Thanks so much for watching! ❤️

[@Bilisjourney]

I absolutely love having a capsule wardrobe! 👌 I have done it for 5 years now and I definitely invest in better quality clothing when it is time to get a wardrobe piece, I am so grateful for your videos supporting this way of life!

[@MadisunGray]

Thank you for your support ❤️

[@lisahooper7578]

very helpful thank you

[@beccaholland3602]

You are my favorite KZbinr!!

[@Breeski1]

For the past couple of years I've only been able to wear what I can fit into one tote. I liked that it took no thought to make an outfit but wow I got so bored with the few options I did have. So while this minimalist wardrobe seems fun and refreshing, it gets boring fast. Loved the video though!!

[@IntentionallyBethany]

I love your shirt! It makes me happy whenever I see you wear it in your videos. I have a couple pieces like that too.

[@MadisunGray]

Thanks Bethany! ❤️

[@klaraza4814]

It’s so inspiring ❤️ I am on the way to stop buying new clothes and love all that I have in my wardrobe.

[@MadisunGray]

Love that Klara!

[@mauraronda1265]

I have been doing a capsule wardrobe now for about a year and it’s so freeing. I only have quality well made pieces. I have found freedom with this. Thank you!!!

[@MadisunGray]

It’s really a great system. Helped me immensely. Thanks for watching ❤️

[@louisetilbury3443]

I need a major declutter. I love the freedom that your lifestyle and mindset bring. I want this but I’m struggling on where to start. Fed up being broke, feeling I need this or that. I have a full wardrobe but I lack the inspiration or creativity.

[@shanequasauceda7251]

Slowly but surely I'm getting there. I just decluttered 4 trash bags full of clothes which are mostly designer. They will be donated to women in need in Honduras. I still need 2-3 more rounds.

[@MadisunGray]

That’s awesome 👏🏻

[@LauraAlden]

This resonated so much & really inspired me! Thank you x

[@MadisunGray]

I’m so glad! Thank you!

[@erinmcintyre6299]

Your comment about your shirt you have on in the video, you are so right! Noone is keeping tract of what we are wearing or how often we wear it. I am cleaning out my closet today!

[@MadisunGray]

Love it

[@edennis8578]

I hate to tell you, but people do keep track. When I was a kid, my mom made me wear my school clothes two days in a row to save on laundry and my 6th grade teacher made fun of me in front of the entire class because of it. I've also had lots of people mention my clothes, as in, I wear too much black, or that I wear a lot of sweaters. When I was in college, two guys who passed me on the sidewalk stopped me and said, "You're that sweater girl!" On a campus of 21,000 students, btw. People notice.

[@sydneyboyce2641]

I’ve been decluttering for a week now and already notice a huge difference in my routine. I can’t wait to get rid of more. I’m significantly less stressed about my house already and starting to do more fun stuff bc I have more time for myself 🥰

[@MadisunGray]

That's amazing!

[@christinacomer]

Thanks Madisun Gray! This is the first time I have listened to you. I enjoyed it very much. I also grew up with few clothes and when I was married and had a job, I also began buying clothes. I always shopped on Sale racks, but I had too much also! Now that I am retired and have gotten rid of items I feel better too! I still have a way to go! I need to view more of your helpful tips. Thank you! (I am 73 and still love clothes). But I am trying.!

[@sallybender5217]

You inspire me!!

[@MadisunGray]

Thanks Sally!

[@Julierue]

This is great. Thank you.

[@MadisunGray]

Thank you! ❤️

[@deedeejulius9752]

I don’t know if I’ve been living under a rock but I’ve never heard of the 10 item closet. Thank you so much for sharing- I plan on clearing out my closet this week. Thank you!

[@MadisunGray]

It's been a system that's served me well! So glad you enjoyed it! Hope you have a great week!

[@deedeejulius9752]

@@MadisunGray you too🌸

[@Sophie-pi4ov]

Loved this

[@MadisunGray]

Thanks Sophie!

[@anastasiadyhring]

Omg! You described in the beginning exactly what is going with me right now. One more piece and then my wardrobe will be perfect,one more piece and I will stop for a couple of month etc. even thought I don’t own a big closet because when I am buying something then I am selling smith too. But anyway my budget suffers from constant shopping even if it is one price per month ,it costs a lot because I buy quality expensive things. But I want to start saving also . I also found it so exciting to wait for a package to arrive. I know that I just have to substitute it with something else which gives me pleasure. I am working hard on it .

[@MadisunGray]

Same! It takes work, but it can be done. Thanks for watching ❤️

[@HoffmansHouse]

You mention about not having an excess of options and I love that. I’ve heard of decision fatigue and it starts as soon as we get out of bed. I’ve loved watching your videos and I watch and rewatch several a day. I’m by no means a minimalist and I didn’t think I could even be close with a toddler but we just went through his toys and have a ton to give away! From things that he never played with to things that he grew out of playing with and a big bag of toys that he’s broken because he likes to take them apart and “fix” them. We went on a 3 month trip across the country and when we came home I felt like I had too much stuff and I wanted to throw everything away and start over. And while I know that isn’t practical it’s 100% how I felt and I’ve started the process of getting rid of things that I don’t need in my life or home. Thank you for making these videos!

[@MadisunGray]

Thank you for watching ❤️ I’m so glad you have enjoyed watching

[@ruthiespotion]

I hadn’t noticed your same outfit but did notice you’re wearing that cute shirt I like :) I’m finally down to about 11/12 items, total! A big thank you to both you and Fernanda’s 5,4,3,2,1, method. Opening the closet door feels both liberating and a bit scary. It’s also given me a solid hard look at the choices I’ve made. I like how you addressed over buying lower quality items, fun thrifting and Target clothes, because that’s been my weakness as a budget shopper. Now, I have the reality of replacing many core pieces due to poor quality. It’s eye opening.

[@MadisunGray]

So true!

[@HerCupOfSIMPLE]

Morning Madi! The other day I was just watching your closet declutter videos! I love them! I've got to say that clothing is my temptation as well! It's not so hard to declutter pieces from my wardrobe rather, I find it hard to stop buying new ones! Thanks for sharing some really good points to keep us focused! Lots of blessings! 💝🌞

[@serenasharp22]

do you have a video about what/how you selected jackets? This is my biggest collection by far - especially with outdoor gear

[@bleuoracle1351]

Hello, I like your point of view about clothes and it helps me to declutter my clothes and only lives with clothes that resonate with me that are practical and pretty for me. I live in France and I didn't know about our simple closet but I think here clothes are more to let us to live our life just than having too much to not wear enough.. It's all about simple living and be in phase with our life !🌿

[@MadisunGray]

Thank you for watching ❤️

[@ajenthiessen]

Thanks for your inspiration, I’m certain God let me stumble onto your videos! I just love them and totally speaks to the changes happening in my life currently.

[@layne751]

I would love love love if you'd make a video on your fluid rhythm. Sticking to a routine makes me feel bound down. But there are still things in life we need to try to be on top of... working out, cooking, nutrition, home school (even though we are super simply home schooling, it's still something we need to be on top of to a degree!), trying to get LOTS of nature time, but valuing keeping a clean home. It's exhausting to try and figure out! I would highly value your input on rhythm!

[@MadisunGray]

Good idea Layne! ❤️

[@veronicakretlow]

Absolutely love your camera quality! Not sure if you're using a color filter or if its natural lighting but it looks so good!! Loved your video. Thank you for sharing!

[@MadisunGray]

Thank you!

[@lizzabbott]

Amazing ! TY

[@sophiagray3191]

I love investing in good quality pieces. I used to browse aimlessly at the shops whereas now I look in my closet for what's actually missing and then only buy that. Such a huge difference!

[@MadisunGray]

Love that! Thanks for watching ❤️

[@Mari_World]

Great video Madi ☺️

[@MadisunGray]

Thank you Mari! ❤️

[@linedallaire9631]

New subscriber 🤗, love the your content so far 👌. Thank you from Canada 🇨🇦.

[@MadisunGray]

Thank you for the support Line! ❤️

[@hayleebaird-lira5558]

Like and subscribed! My family also did Dave Ramsey a couple years ago and sold our 2k square foot home and many of our possessions. You have inspired me to declutter my closet even further.

[@MadisunGray]

That’s awesome! Thanks for subscribing! ❤️

[@sincerelysandi]

I'm all decluttered and living minimal. By the way great editing skills.

[@MadisunGray]

Thank you!

[@auntyvic]

Needed to hear this today. Minimalism brings me so much peace but working retail makes his hard to resist style trends and new product roll out.

[@MadisunGray]

So glad it resonated with you ❤️

[@13Lorir]

Great video. Appreciate your honesty and video. For me, I am a VERY casual person who can luckily dress casually at work. I've gained so much weight over the last years that it is difficult to find clothes that fit comfortably and look halfway decent. I would much prefer to spend money on good quality that will fit well and last a long time. Sadly, I have no clue even where to start, where to shop and purchase clothing from, good quality brands, etc. I'm also much older than you. LOL.

[@vineandbranch]

I might try this. I am so stressed and overwhelmed with the amount of clothing I have.. it makes me feel heavy. I bought a few new pieces that I love and i wore one short for a week straight haha 💚

[@MadisunGray]

Love this! You can do it. ❤️

[@TiddlesParadiddles]

love that yall did FPU. my husband and I led it once. life changing motivation! if you lived in a less temperate climate, do you think you'd allow 10 items per season perhaps?

[@MadisunGray]

We’ve led it twice! We love it. Whatever works for you, 10 works for me. If lived somewhere cold, I’d have to have a few more pieces but I would try for 1 good coat, 1 good pair of boots, etc and not have multiples. Thanks for watching ❤️

[@thechristianacademic2100]

um excuse me you just EXPLODED from the last time I watched your videos!!! Congratulations Madi!!!!!

[@MadisunGray]

Thank you 😘

[@amaraci]

Would you please tell me what font you used when writing "Less is more" on the screen? I love it! And thanks for the video. I'm decluttering as we speak, so this is so,so helpful.

[@kels_lee]

I love the idea of this! I have been whittling down my pieces over time as I wear them out, but curious to know, do you find that your clothes wear out much faster having a smaller closet? Would love to know how often you would have to replace a piece because it's too worn. Thanks Madi!

[@MadisunGray]

Yes and no. They do wear out quicker you could say, but it’s because I actually wear my items. But I think I get way more use out my clothes. And for me, all the postives of a small wardrobe far outweigh the potential negative of re-buying a item. I’ve also found that when I buy higher quality, it lasts me longer. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment! ❤️

[@dianaf3109]

What are some clothing store you shop at? I’d love a video about that. I decluttered my closet a few weeks ago (85% of things are gone) and it’s the best feeling in the world.

[@NursePati87]

Hi Madisun, hope you see this, I love all your videos bc they are so inspirational, bc yes I’ve seen the minimal mom and done all the things but I think it finally struck a cord bc I also have two young children and just want to be and not always do, so you have lit a light and want to thank you for giving us a little piece of you and your family, you are so brave for truly taking care of your life the way you want, we can all benefit from doing that for each of us xoxo

[@MadisunGray]

Thank you so much Paty! I’m so glad you’re here ❤️ thanks for watching and subscribing.

[@hopefilledfarm6736]

Alright, that's it! It's time I do this. I've wanted to for so long! Thank you for the inspiration 💕

[@MadisunGray]

So glad this video resonated with you ❤️ thanks for watching!

[@tango1590]

Im constantly working on this...my problem is I sell and thrift clothes for extra $ ..so its a tough situation for me when I'm continually finding new items for myself that I just can't sell yet...thats probably the hardest part is letting go..kudos to you ,for making it happen.

[@MadisunGray]

It’s a process. Thanks for watching!

[@lorismith8479]

So inspiring…just found some seasonal clothes in a tub that I completely forgot about!!! Ugh…too much stuff…the more we have the more we need to take the time to care of them…too much work…

[@pamela3213]

You have inspired me to finally 'start' 🥰 I have 3 closets full, ugh. I'm so tired of looking at a jumbled mess, even though they are organized (ha) in seasonal wear. My problem is, as you said "how do I start"? Also, I'm sentimental to so many and I know I can't strive for minamilism. Yet, to get rid of the items I haven't worn in yrs. I usually stick to classics yet it's too much now! I'm going to watch when you started to get me 'emotionally' ready...gosh, how silly is that? Thank You for giving me to final push 🤗💫

[@Hillside-Hive]

For sentimental things check out The Minimal Mom and A to Zen

[@pamela3213]

@@Hillside-Hive Thank You 🤗 The sentimental items are so hard for me. Many I haven't even worn when I lived in the Caribbean for 3 yrs. I'm planning on giving them to my son's fiance. The other problem are from my late mother 😪 so Yes I will ck that out now. So Sweet of You ❤

[@me4011]

@@pamela3213 keep a few and giving the rest away will feel good knowing that someone else will enjoy or need those, your mom would want you to have peace and joy not guilt

[@MadisunGray]

It helped me a lot to consider how relieved I would feel if a certain items that I felt I had to keep but didn't want to got ruined somehow.... if I would spend time and money restoring or fixing them, I decided to keep them for now, but if I knew I'd feel relieved to know they were ruined and I didn't need to spend anymore time or mental/physical space on them, I knew it was time to let go. ❤

[@Amyavalon1844]

@@MadisunGray This is brilliant, and can be applied to any sentimental item. Going to use this idea for decluttering more of my things. Thank you 🙏❤️

[@raedoesit7585]

🤍🤍thank you for sharing

[@plumeria66]

It helps to have a small closet! All my clothes need to fit in there and inside three suitcases. I haven’t gone clothes shopping for ages.

[@CocoB22]

Clothes have always caused me some anxiety. And I have learned that having options for all the situations life throws my way reduces that. So I have a wardrobe that can pretty much go anywhere and be properly dressed without much fuss. It is more than 10 pieces but all are classics.

[@viciouslypagan]

I definitely need to reduce my number of clothing but I am finally to a point where I can say no to purchasing anything new. However with that being said that woven bag looks so multifaceted and useful. Do you remember where you got it?

[@MadisunGray]

Thank you! I got it from Etsy! I believe it's called a Handwoven Market Bag! I've had it for years!

[@54frances]

I could not have found you at a better time. I’m 67 and my job just ended. I just got rid of 12 bags of clothes 😮 and could do more. Some brand new I’m horrible with buying stuff Thank you for video

[@MadisunGray]

Welcome 🙌🏾

[@lydiejeanie]

loved the video! for those of you who might not be ready to completely purge, but want to declutter what you don’t wear, here’s a helpful tip: at the beginning of this year I turned all my hangers backwards and once I wore that item I turned it back the right way when I put the item away. after a few months you realize what you really don’t reach for and it might help you let go of those things 🥰 I did end up getting pregnant at the beginning of the year so that made it harder because obviously there are things I can’t wear but will again once I have my baby 💕

[@MadisunGray]

Good idea 👍🏻

[@sammiche]

Its now an obsession to randomly see if all my clothes still fit into a suitcase. Legit- love minimalism!! ❤️

[@MadisunGray]

Yes!

[@AnaMorales-jd9rk]

Amazing! very inspirational. We also need to be very intentional about the donation process only 10 to 20% of the donations get sold. The rest is sent to landfill o directly to the garbage creating hella environmental problems.What we could do is like ask friends or family if they would like some of the pieces or sell them directly so we can elongate their span life

[@evacorthaut9881]

Maddie, I wonder where you buy your clothing? Especially the mintgreen set😊

[@MadisunGray]

I love The Wholesome Store. More from them coming soon!

[@mtnlayde01]

I agree with less is more !!!

[@MadisunGray]

So true. ❤️

[@joeydupre6153]

It's refreshing to see your pretty face without a bunch of makeup. We moved 4 years ago and gave away and threw away a lot of useless "stuff". It was a freeing experience.

[@evrydaykris]

Where did you get that tote backpack? So cute

[@MadisunGray]

On Etsy!

[@megan_yo_]

Where are your tie waist jeans from??? They look so comfy 💕

[@MadisunGray]

I got those from a clothing swap with no tag. 🤷🏼‍♀️ thanks for watching ❤️

[@edennis8578]

Having had various long illnesses in the last 2 years, influenza 3 times and norovirus twice, I know that I need at least 3 weeks of clean clothing on hand to see me through. I suppose when you're young and your immune system is top notch, it isn't such a problem, but things change. I need at least 21 t-shirts, and at least 6 or 7 comfy bottoms. (When I'm home sick in bed for 3 weeks at a time, it'll be knit shorts or knit pants, mostly.) Plus an adequate amount of underwear. Did I mention how much fun a noro virus is? Under normal conditions, I wear these clothes as both daytime clothes and sleepwear, so they aren't going to waste. I found several retailers that offer lines of cotton knit pants and shorts for warm-weather daywear, and they're comfortable enough for sleeping in, so that's what I do.

[@milesbagley8863]

I know this video is 4 months old, but as a fairly new minimalist (2 years into it) my closet remains my biggest struggle to minimalize. I thought I was doing well, but 10 items!!! I'd love to know how to do this and still have variety. I wonder how much the climate I live in might influence the number of pieces I need in my wardrobe?

[@MadisunGray]

Definitely. I live in a warm climate. I have a lot of videos on the topic and I talk about variety. But definitely do what you feel comfortable with 🤎