MASSIVE closet declutter after seasonal color analysis! Declutter with me

[@wynnewhitten-holmes5090]

Honestly it is great role modelling to keep a wardrobe that is just right for you and not encourage us to buy into the constant over consumption. Your colour analysis and capsule videos have inspired me to get creative and practical with my own wardrobe so that I can be more sustainable, save money and actually be happy with what I choose to keep and bring into my life.

[@vazq_Fernanda]

thank you Wynne! 🥰 It really means a lot to read this comment. ❤️

[@heathergrant2780]

I also have a one in, one out rule. It works very well. Any new items must be PERFECT. The fit, the color, the material...perfect or I pass.

[@vazq_Fernanda]

I love this, sticking with it!

[@earthmother4507]

It would definitely be easier for you to dye the dress a cranberry color than navy, since you're starting with an orangey base. Dying orange blue runs the risk of making a weird purple or brown. It may take a few tries, but I definitely think it would be easy to dye. Rit has some great fabric dyes that I love using.

[@candicedoss1112]

Lol I just said the same thing.

[@Diniecita]

YES. I LOVE dying clothes that arent the right color but the fit and fabric is good. I got 2 bulky cashmere sweaters for $35 and one was a light blue and perfect. But, the other was beige, so I dyed it black. Love them both now.

[@Jacksprat265]

I bought a few items online that are too warm for me… I plan to dye them too

[@cadencehogge8528]

Loving the natural hair! Mine is the same length as yours right now, and very wavy--would love to see a hairstyle options video!

[@vazq_Fernanda]

I want to see how curly it actually gets. I think the texture has changed a lot in recent years and it's actually curly now. I'm exploring this!

[@elizabethwright4784]

Summer dress with brown & purple might be cute with a purple necklace.

[@Deem57]

A rule I heard recently is to ask myself, "Will I wear this item ten times in the next year?" If not, then it's not going home with me to hang in the closet. The other test I do is to figure out how much an item costs per wear. For example, I might spend $100 on a pair of leather booties but wear them every day for the next 100 days, so the booties cost $1 per wear. That's good value. But the $50 stiletoes that I wear only twice cost me $25 per wear. That's not good value.

[@yap4808]

Just a tip, if a color doesnt work for you, like the leather jacket, just put on a color that does closer to your face, like a scarf or a shirt or something 😊

[@Keapix]

I don’t have a rule yet, I think I need to stick some up on my wardrobe! I quite like “If it’s not a wow, it’s a no” because it’s short and snappy! I think your idea of using a digital wardrobe, instead of just your own wardrobe, for your content is a good one :)

[@sharonworyn1911]

This was quite a process and I am looking forward to the outfits you will create with what you have kept.

[@lynnfox8376]

I feel more comfortable wearing dark colours even though I know that medium light colours suit me better. Also so much more is available in navy and black, I could wait 10 years for my shades of aqua and green to come into fashion and be available in the shops. I try to weed out the items that aren't my best colours but often they fit well and are so useful.

[@vazq_Fernanda]

For the record, I kept a LOT of things that are not in my colors, mostly the things that will be difficult to replace. I think it's a process, and it will take years. Most of the things that went out are either things that are showing signs of wear AND are the wrong colors, things that I didn't love but I kept wearing just because that's what I had, and things that were gifted and didn't like.

[@marijeb278]

Ooooh love openwardrobe, that's how I've found your channel! I'm still hoping on some extra features, such as a good tracking system what you do and don't wear, but just having your wardrobe on hand, making outfit combinations, and being able to upload a photo of something you'd like to buy to see how it would work with your clothes is pretty amazing! Hope you'll be succesfull with dyeing your beautiful dress! I've done it loads and is a great way to keep clothes in rotation for a longer period, or to change things up a bit without having to buy things new. I'd say: If you want a result that doesn't look like a DIY-job, follow the following steps: - really check the material, natural fibers work great, synthetic fibres don't take dye very well (I've done it in the past, and typically ended up with pastels). - don't deviate too much from the original colour, because stitching never takes dye. - in my experience, machine washable dye is the easiest way to create a uniform colouring (Dylon has pods that you simply toss in which is by far the easiest) but it does require cleaning your machine afterwards ( in mine, the rim usually collects dye )and perhaps make sure that the first washes you do afterwards are darks colours just to be on the safe side. Doing it by hand is doable as well, but you really have to stir a LOT, and have to think your plan through of how you're going to do it without making your house look like a Jackson Pollock, because believe me, that's easier than you think ;) It sounds like a lot of hassle, but it's a lot of fun as well! good luck!!

[@megangoggans1208]

Thanks for uploading the video! I know that it is 2 years old now, but I recently found your videos after researching color and style analysis through House of Colour since I'm doing my color and style analysis together next week. I hope that you're having a great day!

[@stephanieg2000]

I'm going to try this app! You recommended that I do a one in one out and track my wardrobe! This looks fun! I can't believe it edits out the background. That is amazing! I guess I know what I'm doing on Saturday now-declutter and photograph!

[@vazq_Fernanda]

Did you do it? I would love to hear your thoughts!

[@stephanieg2000]

@@vazq_Fernanda Yes, I did! I can take my wardrobe with me shopping now and make sure I don't buy duplicates.

[@megangoggans1208]

The ex-test is brilliant!

[@catharinacamenisch752]

Thank you - openwardrobe -> fantastic idea. I tried to put all the items on little cards - very cumbersome. Let’s what happens when I will have photographed all my items ✨✨✨💫

[@dashaprosvy2223]

That's was interesting! Iwould like to see what left in details. After color analysis I changed my wardrobe slowly and get rid only what was absolutely not me and I dont like. By the way my expert says that there is an orange in spectrum for every color type even for winter and summer. Cant put a picture here but if you're interested I can put a link. Thanks for an app recomendation!

[@deborahcohen7070]

Thanks for this. The permission giving to just get rid of those things which are the wrong colour... really helpful

[@mabelperez9962]

I usually follow the one in one out rule. I haven't had the need to buy more hangers :-)

[@candicedoss1112]

When you dye that dress, I would go for a red. If you try to do navy, it might end up a funky muted purple.

[@vazq_Fernanda]

Thank you for the tip!

[@Marsolan]

Great video. I love your levelheaded approach, not to get rid of loved items but at least looking to make them work. And yes, It pains me to say it but leather jacket color is not my favorite on you. Also, digital wardrobe for other seasons will work. I noticed Daria Andronescu uses this approach and I can visualize it just fine.

[@foreversarah]

This is exactly the kind of app I've been waiting for! Awesome.

[@vazq_Fernanda]

I would love to hear what you think!

[@foreversarah]

@@vazq_Fernanda, sorry for taking so long to respond. I wanted to really play with the app before I answered you. Overall, I really like the app. Here are some of my pros and cons: Pros: it's easy to use, I like the fashion influencer content, the app has nice aesthetic/design, love the background removal tool, love the no item limit, like some of the stats like the color palette. Cons: limited categorization (I wish there were a way to tag/add fabric, fit, rating, etc.), I don't see a closet price even though we can add price to item, can't log daily outfit, I wish I could give an item a status like, "maybe pile" or "donate." Again, I really like the app overall. Especially how simple and pretty the design is. I also love that it features influencers that focus on wardrobe/style curation (I don't have to wade through endless KZbin content to find new personal style channels to watch). I just wish it had a bigger emphasis on organization. I hope that helps.

[@vazq_Fernanda]

Hi Sarah! I shared your feedback with the founder of OW and she wanted to know what you meant by 'closet price' - do you mean the total value of your current wardrobe, or the total amount of money you have spent? Or cost per wear?

[@foreversarah]

@@vazq_Fernanda I meant the value of your current wardrobe. However, cost per wear would be so incredible!

[@jessicastevens5782]

I realize that the styling of the leather jacket does make it easily the focal point, but when worn open, the top color of the top underneath or a scarf might give you enough color near you face to give you the feeling you're looking for

[@vazq_Fernanda]

The only problem is that the only colors in my wardrobe now that tone nicely with that cognac are neutrals (black, white, and grey) so it leaves me with very few options. I tried it with a green and something looked off.

[@mabelperez9962]

Maybe you can wear Wow color earrings?

[@nicolemoreland6257]

When you mentioned your interest in dying your coral event dress, were you successful? I am in the same boat now as you were 2 years ago and I am about to be in a wedding with a bride that loves all the colors that are horrible on me. Lol. I'm hoping to be able to dye the dress as well so I can make use of it beyond her wedding. Any advice, tips, video links would be SO appreciated.

[@federicamanfroi]

The ex test is 50% hilarious 50% pure genius, and 100% i love it ❤️🤣🤣🤣

[@vazq_Fernanda]

And it really works! At the end of the day it's about how you want to feel, but it's an easy way to get you to understand how pieces you are trouble parting with really make you feel.

[@olagerta8199]

After my color analysis I wanted to do the same - Throw away most of my clothes 😅 The most important is color to our face even if the bottoms aren't in our color palette. In this case did you updated your fall capsule? My consultant told me that even if some color doesn't belong to my color pallete the most important is similarity e.g. I m a soft summer if I want to wear sth inapropriate the best is choose cobalt not orange. Have you heard about "sisters" in color analysis? If you are a clear winter your "sister" is clear spring. I am a soft summer and my "sister" is a soft autumn. There are some type as mine that I can take some colors from cool summer. So even if you are winter some warm color e.g. bright yellow can match you. I'd be careful with throwing away clothes.... It is better to look at color if it is bold or soft? The interesting youtube channel is "your color style" and you can find that most of consultants have a slightly diffrent color palettes. Now I am wondering about you service about capsule wardrobe - in my opinion is better to go on color analysis and then do a capsule wardrobe for a given season. Now I'm thinking if some of your clients don't have to get rid of clothes which don't match them. Are you gping to be a color consultant to have a better service?

[@katem3961]

Ohhh Ola, I love that there is a 'sister colour palette'. I am a clear winter so was pleased with your fabulous tip. Have a great weekend 😊

[@katie7216]

I’m genuinely loving this journey, Fernanda! Every time I finish one of your videos I feel so inspired 😍❤️ are you still doing consultations? Thanks for continuing to make such wonderful content x

[@vazq_Fernanda]

Yes I am! You’re welcome to book one of the free ones, if you join my email list you’ll see the link to my calendar in the intro email. Would love to meet you!

[@katie7216]

@@vazq_Fernanda thank you! I’m all signed up and I’m definitely booking a slot! X

[@ashleywagner8650]

Helpful + inspiring! Also, love the air-dried hair 👌 and the ex rule 🤣 (I’m going to consider that!). I think I own about 5xs what you started with (after already some decluttering… though some is costume/work-only stuff I need to separate out) 🤯 I think prioritizing my colors should help a lot - thank you again for talking about that! Also, is that app different from what you use for client wardrobe photos? I think I’ll try both since it’s free. Thanks, as always!

[@elizabethdavis1696]

It would be interesting to see you create fantasy capsule wardrobes for other people A ballerina inspired capsule A goth inspired capsule An extreme sports fan capsule in their favorite teams colors A lady Gaga inspired capsule

[@Diniecita]

Ooh. I like this but maybe not like a toddlers wardrobe??

[@drawingout.net-vmcg]

Brilliant video...love the ex rule!!!

[@vazq_Fernanda]

Right? I thought it was hilarious!

[@TheRavensNest]

My ruthless rule, since I really commited to a capsule wardrobe about a year ago, is that no top or dress gets in unless it is a v-neck (excluding open stuff like cardigans). I just realized that I feel the most confident and comfortable in a v-neck.

[@vazq_Fernanda]

Yes, necklines play a bigger role than most people realize! I need to make a video about that.

[@kimberlyperrotis8962]

I was looking forward to this, your wardrobe edit after finding your best colors.🙂

[@debbiew7496]

Digital wardrobes for other colour seasons and body types would be informative for your viewers, and allow you to maintain your personal closet with just clothes you love.

[@katradner9132]

Maybe the leather jacket can be redyed?

[@vazq_Fernanda]

Ooooh good idea!!

[@lapetitepoire5]

I keep things for years and years, partly because older items are better quality than new fast fashion, and partly because as a petite, it's so hard for me to find anything that fits that I can't simply declutter in hopes of being able to replace things, because so many things are irreplaceable. When I declutter, it's mostly to get rid of things that are so destroyed or worn out that they simply aren't wearable anymore. The good news is, I have a pretty good idea of what works for my body in terms of colour and fit, and I tend to favour classic styles over trendy ones, so what I buy can be worn for years.

[@vazq_Fernanda]

This is so great though! I think that as we zero in on what works for us, we buy less, and we declutter less. A lot of what I let go of I've had since college (longer than 10 years) and I now know why it wasn't working, I think it's ok to allow ourselves to change. As for finding items that fit you - do you have a tailor? I get almost everything adjusted and it makes a big difference! You don't always have to find thing that fit you perfectly off-the rack.

[@lapetitepoire5]

@@vazq_Fernanda I do get a lot of things tailored, and I can do basic alterations myself (I learned to sew because at 5'1", it was getting really expensive to bring everything to the tailor). But for items like t-shirts, sweaters, etc. it's so much easier if I can find them that fit. Alterations like narrowing the shoulders, taking up the waist or the neckline, etc. can be REALLY expensive, and the finished item never quite looks right.

[@vazq_Fernanda]

@@lapetitepoire5 Lately I've seen a couple of companies that make basics to order - you send them or enter your measurements and they make a garment specifically for your body - like couture! They are more than a regular Tshirt, obviously, but if you're buying only a few key pieces that. may be worth it! I'm considering investing in a few myself.

[@lapetitepoire5]

@@vazq_Fernanda Do you know which companies do this?

[@ansleylailany2004]

Fernanda, I hadn’t seen your videos in some weeks.

[@vazq_Fernanda]

Weird! Are you subscribed and check the subscription tab?

[@denisehester5767]

Almost all my clothing is on hangers. I keep a limited number of hangers and don't allow myself to exceed that number. Often I have empty hangers depending on seasonal rotation.

[@alimackie6454]

That’s exactly what I do! It’s such a simple system. I must really love something if it’s going to earn a place in my wardrobe 😊

[@alliedawn79]

Can I ask a random question…..how do you get the screenshot of scrolling your phone screen onto real time in the video? Thanks for the Open Wardrobe recommendation

[@vazq_Fernanda]

I do it in editing! I sync up my video and my screen recording and then I cut them together.

[@JournalingWithNadia]

How did you do your color analysis? I want to declutter my wardrobe but I'm not sure what colors flatter me 😭

[@Genauish]

I honestly wouldn’t bother with thred up unless it’s a really good brand. Most items you get .50¢ to $2 if they sell.These are actually prices I’ve gotten for items that have sold from Abercrombie, Hollister, and gap.

[@vazq_Fernanda]

I noticed on their website! Only name brands and "like new." :(

[@tleanvasner6866]

About the leather jacket: I've recently discovered that if it's a real leather, you can tint it in another color couple of tones darker! I know it's too late, but info for the future)

[@triciaf8261]

I try to declutter anything that makes me feel "meh" I am a winter but don't limit myself entirely to those best colors For instance, when you decluttered the tan/brown/purple dress I thought that you could have worn amethyst earrings and purplish lipstick and looked fabulous or a red lipstick with the coral dress might have tipped it in your favor

[@29BKing]

The BCBG dress: instead of dyeing it, you might consider just using a colour corrector under your makeup to "disguise" your cool-toned skin when you wear it.

[@vazq_Fernanda]

Mhm.... That's not a bad idea, but I think I still prefer dyeing it. It will feel like a new piece!

[@marionannmacredie]

Nooooo !!! Are you sure about your colors???? The coral looked stunning against your face. The leather jacket looked great. The only problem was your pinkish lip. I’m going to see if you have a vid about your colors 😁 maybe I’m wrong …… 🌹🌹🌹🌹

[@vazq_Fernanda]

Yes, I'm positive. What you are saying is "the coral looked great", "The jacket looked great", not "YOU looked great." That's kind of the point, finding things that don't compete with you, where you notice the person, not the garment.

[@marionannmacredie]

@@vazq_Fernanda I really meant that YOU looked great. I watched your other vid and could see the green looked stunning on you. And that you had done enormous research and you seemed very confident about your choice. You look beautiful in it all😁🌹🌹

[@vazq_Fernanda]

Thanks Marion! I was pointing out that language because it's a good tell! I've noticed a big difference when I'm wearing the right colors vs the colors I now know are not the best. People either compliment me, or the clothes, and when it's the clothes I can tell something isn't quite right. Notice what people compliment for you, I have found it very telling!

[@marionannmacredie]

@@vazq_Fernanda 👍🏽🌹🌹🌹

[@vazq_Fernanda]

What's one item in your closet that you've held onto for way longer than you should have, and why? For me, it may have been that brown & purple dress...

[@jawbreaker8125]

I've had a beautiful khaki button down shirt with spikes on the shoulders for way too long, finally decluttered it this month. I loved looking at it, I loved the idea of it and how "me" it looked, but never actually wore it because I simply never wear button down shirts 😅

[@29BKing]

I still have a couple of dresses that I wore to my wedding showers 32 years ago. They're very good quality, and I think I will just keep them forever.

[@vazq_Fernanda]

@@29BKing Do they still fit?

[@icingcake]

@@29BKing I have black sweatpants about that old and I’m still wearing them 🤣

[@29BKing]

@@vazq_Fernanda These are things I have purchased too small, thinking that they would eventually fit.

[@elizabethwright4784]

You can have some flexibility with your colors too. If there's a color you don't like, don't buy it. If there's a color you love that's not in your palette tell the anyalist you're working with. There might be a shade of it that is flattering. If not, wear it on the bottom with a top in your colors. 🎨

[@olagerta8199]

#question to Fernanda Do you think that it is possible to have clutter free wardrobe?

[@vazq_Fernanda]

Yes, in the same way that it is possible to have a clean home - but it requires constant upkeep, which not everyone is willing or has the time to do! And unlike home cleaning, it's hard to outsource.

[@patriciadorris1149]

🙋 I don't think that's too much.

[@vazq_Fernanda]

Too much clothing?

[@patriciadorris1149]

@@vazq_Fernanda 🙋Right👍I don't think you have too many clothes it just looks like it when it's piled on the bed. I've watched other videos that have 2 to 3 times that much. But... then again... when two maximalist get together you know what happens...😁😁😁 You ask what rule determines what stays or goes... 1) Modesty 2) Quality 3) Simplicity 4) Is there room to store it. My bedroom-converted-to-closet stays at full capacity / pieces go out only if something better comes in and needs a place. 5) Outfits are created and kept together. 6) Plenty of single pieces with potential are kept on hand for creating more outfits when needed.

[@vazq_Fernanda]

I think it surprised me cause it was more than I thought I had, I hadn't kept up with it and it magically, inexplicably grew! Also, I love your rules!

[@patriciadorris1149]

@@vazq_Fernanda 🙋Thank you.💕 It's my weekly town trip day.😁 I better get about if I want to get there before noon. The town is small but it does have a couple of Charity shops that I love to visit. Not to be a downer but you do know that we are headed for hell on earth, Right? To find out how see, Walter Veith What's up Prof? #72 and let me know what you think okay?

[@kimberlyperrotis8962]

The one in, one out rule always worked great for me, until I got hooked on online shopping during the pandemic. Now, I need a big declutter. I was hoping you would purge that orange print skirt, sorry but I think it’s hideous.

[@vazq_Fernanda]

Hahaha I know you hate it. Funny you didn’t say anything about the tiger suit…

[@sarahthatcher123]

My ruthless rule is…if I met the person who made my ‘new’ clothing item in person , would I be ashamed? Would I be ashamed because I put my momentary, impulsive, selfish desire before their well-being? Would I be ashamed because I knew the fast fashion brand did not provide living wages or had inhumane work conditions and hours.? Would my purchase have considered them, and would I be able to feel like my purchase was ‘loving’ them. Just because I haven’t met the people who do live and work in those terrible conditions doesn’t mean I am not culpable in perpetuating the crimes against them when I give my money to those brands.

[@vazq_Fernanda]

This is a good rule for not letting things in, for sure! but I don't know if it makes sense when decluttering.

[@Diniecita]

For the leather jacket just paint it.

[@That_misfit]

Hey it's not that every colour that is not your colour is going to look bad on you..... I understand why you're so keen to get rid of pieces not in your colour palette bcz when i discovered my colours i have done the same but now i know not every piece out of your colour palette is going to look bad ... They looks great in other ways like their silhouette or design but some of them do trust me 🙏

[@vazq_Fernanda]

Totally!! For me the thing is that I appear on camera a lot, and I have noticed it does make a big difference. For the record, I didn't get rid of everything that was the wrong color, I just had to separate it and sort through so I can start building with this new information in mind.

[@loveearthspirit829]

I missed the ex-test, when does she mention it?

[@loveearthspirit829]

I see it as my donation to the other humans, in stead of donating money.

[@sharonworyn1911]

I am always amused that you are wearing tank tops or you have bare arms. It's pretty cold in the North. You must be hot blooded. I am super happy it's sweater weather.

[@vazq_Fernanda]

I don’t do it outside, but the thing with NYC is that the radiators make it unbearably hot inside and we are also on a high floor, and as we know, heat rises… it means that from October-March we sweat whenever we’re inside.