5. Assess all items for faults, stains and too much wear and tear.
Look for real reasons to let go. Stains that won’t budge, faults you’ve never fixed, too much wear and tear … And of course, the big one for hoarders: items that don’t fit (and haven’t for ages.) Ask yourself: Would you wear the item to a first date or job interview? No? These can all be deleted without guilt and remorse.
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6. If you know something has to go but you just CAN’T…
A great technique to try if you have sentimental attachment to an item, or simply can’t let something go no matter what, is at least REMOVE it from the wardrobe altogether.
Either box it up or put it somewhere else so it’s not part of your wardrobe “choice” on a daily basis. (Of course, you are not really “de-cluttering” now, but you will at least experience a well-edited wardrobe, and the peace of mind that you haven’t acted thoughtlessly.)
When you realise you haven’t looked at the item in 12 months it’ll be much easier to let go knowing it serves you no purpose.
Next: Take stock…
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Excellent advice, I need to try this!
Glad you found it useful xx
Maybe I’ll read this every week for a few months to make sure I follow those steps.. Makes it seem so simple.
Also, just tackle it bit by bit.. (ie t-shirts, or jeans..) that way it’s not so overwhelming and you don’t notice so much going out the door. Good luck! xx
I am so bad at letting go, although over the years I’ve become much choosier about what I buy.
That is really the best strategy BellaB – make the right decision from the beginning and have less to worry about later!
ugh, I neeeeeed this right now!
Let us know how you get on with is zerotolove!
so much i can relate to! i can’t let go!
Excellent tips!
Thanks for your feedback !!!