Wednesday Q&A: It's a Keeper!

Q from Lucy: My third child just turned two. Before he gets too out of hand, I want to take a bit of time to get organized and clean my closet.

How do I decide what to get rid of and what to keep?

A from Joyce: When working with clients, I take everything that does not currently fit out of their closet. There will be a lot of things that you want to save, but you must evaluate them honestly. First, what will it take for you to wear them again? (are they close and can be tailored? are you planning on having more children? Planning on losing weight? Was the item a great transitional piece?) Next, divide them into these categories and label and store them neatly away (or take them to the tailor--and do it while you're motivated). Things that you decide you'll never wear again should be donated.

Once you see what you have left, don't be shocked when you realize how little it may seem that you have. But you'll quickly realize that you now have a clean closet filled with the things you actually wear without having to dig through the rest.

Plus once you're clear of the clutter, it will be much easier to develop your list of what you need to create a working wardrobe. If you are not sure what you need, pick up a few magazines, or pick up the phone and give me a call!