When cleaning my closet I do it kind of backwards,instead of trying to look for stuff to get rid of,I take EVERYTHING out and start putting back my favorite pieces and when it starts looking pretty full I get rid of the rest, then I have my best pieces in my closet

@fiannaverret562

2 жыл бұрын

I kinda do the same thing but I lay out on my bed only the things I wear frequently.

@buzzydeckert4743

2 жыл бұрын

This is a very good idea.

@debbiecorbin7078

2 жыл бұрын

This has helped me get rid of much more. Other wise I have a hard time deciding what goes. Instead focusing on what I love and wear the most

@laritalovesmakeup

2 жыл бұрын

Great idea. I’m going to try your method but I need 12 kingsize beds to lay my stuff out. Oh my! 🤔🌴

@kaiulanisallas9005

2 жыл бұрын

Love this idea!!!

I think the problem is you’re buying lots of inexpensive clothes that are on trend. I buy fewer clothes but better quality and classic styles. I keep them for years and they always look chic. One cashmere sweater or silk blouse can get a lot more wear and elevate your wardrobe than all those inexpensive Walmart tops. Try doing a capsule of high quality items one season. You will find you don’t need to do a closet clean out at all because you love and wear every item.

@isabelaisme6979

Жыл бұрын

Exactly! I have been doing this and am spending SO MUCH LESS on clothing. I also don't feel the need to buy new stuff all the time.

@kathysmith2541

Жыл бұрын

I agree. My things from Talbot or JJill look timeless and classic.

@jodybogdanovich4333

Жыл бұрын

@@sassyt1545 Even better to shop at Nordstrom Rack for a lot of us on fixed incomes. 🤑

@jodybogdanovich4333

Жыл бұрын

Btw, I do have some favs from Walmart!

@rneustel388

Жыл бұрын

@@kathysmith2541 J Jill is my go-to for clothes, because I know exactly how their sizes will fit me, and I like the quality of everything I’ve purchased from them.

One point is be more discriminating when shopping. Buy less, buy better quality, find your best colour. When you buy something, think of at least three or four different outfits you can wear it with.

@joycegreer9391

Жыл бұрын

Especially good is to avoid impulse buying. You may regret it later.

If I may add, when you go to donate things make sure they are clean, pressed if they need it, and free of stains or damage. I used to work in a high-end resale shop. Rarely do they have washers or dryers, and even if they do it just adds to the burden of the people who work there. Most places won't resell things with stain or damage, so you're better off throwing it away yourself or turning it into rags rather than leaving it to the people in the store to do. Don't transfer your problem to someone else! 🙂

@jodybogdanovich4333

Жыл бұрын

I asked my neighborhood Goodwill about that, and they said they'll accept ALL clothing and other material. They sort through it and what is deemed unwearable they sell in bulk to a rag company. You might want to check with your local Goodwill for their policy.

@nancyannesunboxings

Жыл бұрын

@@jodybogdanovich4333 Valid point. We had no such option.

@L.Fontein7

3 ай бұрын

I totally agree. I only donate clothing that is in good, wearable condition. And by that I mean clean, no wrinkles and no holes. I think it's insulting to potential buyers to donate something that I wouldn't wear because it's too ratty looking and should be tossed in the trash.

@nancyannesunboxings

3 ай бұрын

@L.Fontein7 It's also a big relief to the workers.They can usually tag this type of item and put it straight on a hanger to sell. 🙂

I like that you delineated by SEASON rather than time. Usually the guidance is like 6 months (or something close). That's always hard for me because I live in a southern state and summer is like 7 months! LOL so of course I haven't worn that sweater in 6 months! 🤪 One trick I've been using for clothes I'm undecided about is the "one last wear" test. I say, ok, let me wear this shirt or skirt one more time and if I don't love how I feel in it or it's not comfortable anymore, that helps me make up my mind!

@marylhere

Жыл бұрын

I wore a crochet top yesterday as it’s first and last time wear….got so many compliments on it that maybe I’ll rethink donation. I always give an item one last chance. It’s natural color and can be worn with either a tank in summer or a turtle neck in winter. Can’t wear it to work but will be in the rotation until that edge of my crossbody zipper snagging the crap out of it.

I didn’t always do this but I only buy items I absolutely love, no prints and mostly neutral colors. I found I got tired of prints very quickly & loud colors. This way I can mix & match pretty much everything in my closet. I also don’t buy cheap low quality pieces.

@angelamasson-fashionover50

2 жыл бұрын

That is great! I am glad that works for you!

@altitudeiseverything3163

2 жыл бұрын

Similar here… Base palette of neutrals, limited number of accent colors that go with those. Nothing clashes, so there is maximum versatility. I have recently added some prints, though, all classic (mostly in button-down shirts): checks, stripes, dots, and small Liberty-print florals. It’s fun to have a pop of color or print under a sweater or jacket. I find I don’t tire of the timeless prints, only the trendy or garish ones. And I don’t buy *anything* that won’t hold up over many wearings and washings. No synthetics (except workout/sports items), *no fast fashion.* Better to have less. Took me a lot of years to learn, too! One *good* sweater is worth more and will last longer (if properly cared for) than 6 cheap ones!

@100Kappes

Жыл бұрын

I'm doing with staying with a few colors; for easy packing and travel.

@evasilvalayton758

Жыл бұрын

@@angelamasson-fashionover50 THAT WOULD WORK FOR YOU too!

@joycegreer9391

Жыл бұрын

If that's what you like, but sounds boring to me. I love color and prints.

I do not buy "fast fashion" so I don't get rid of much... just buy new snazzy stylish shoes because my clothes are classics. I don't buy prints.....only prints I have are scarves and maybe sometimes a shoe. I also hang my clothes by type & color...easier to mix/match outfits faster

My husband comments that I always seem to be cleaning out my closet, but it still looks cluttered. And he’s right! I’m drowning in clothes. I have a hard time purging clothes, your tips helped. The one I’m really taking away is “does it make you feel good”.

Wondering if you bought only a few super high quality pieces (not Walmart) if you would hold on to them longer. Better for environment too 🙏🏽

Print pant could be worn when relaxing at home, tie die dress could be worn as a nightgown (cut shorter). Comfy tops could be worn around house or for yoga. I look at what else I can do with items.

@MNP208

2 ай бұрын

Same. I store some of the items away for occasional wear. If I go skiing or camping I may need clothing that I’d never wear daily.

I’m always amazed at the large amount of clothes and shoes women and some men have. For myself I like good quality clothing and comfortable shoes allowing me to not need a large amount of clothing. Keep it elegant and simple is my motto.

@angelamasson-fashionover50

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

Here’s an idea 💡.....when you just can’t decide to keep or toss, go ahead and wear it then and there as your going out. That’ll prove it!

@mercedes523

2 жыл бұрын

Update::: I took my advice and I’m keeping it!

I started hanging outfits together a couple months ago. I found hangers at Walmart that enabled me to hang a bottom and put a top on the same hanger. I love being able to pick from one of those outfits when I get dressed in the morning. And now I am going to go and clean out my closet!

@luvzdogz

2 жыл бұрын

That's a great idea. I probably couldn't stick to it because I like to make different outfits. But, for a certain purpose or person, that's really smart.

@gillblicq9008

Жыл бұрын

@@luvzdogz j

@joycegreer9391

Жыл бұрын

I did that somewhat when I worked in an office, needed to plan ahead. Now I just decide each day depending on the weather.

After watching, I immediately started tackling my closet. Loved getting rid of things that I don't wear and am sick of looking at. Even learned a few things about my buying habits that I think will help me make better wardrobe choices in the future. Thanks for the inspiration!!!

@angelamasson-fashionover50

2 жыл бұрын

That is amazing Vanessa! Good job!!

Great video, Angela! My husband’s ears perked up when you said you got rid of 7 pairs of shoes 😂 he asked me if I will do that? I reminded him my feet are the only things that are constantly the same size 🤣 A girl needs to have options! Thanks again!

@angelamasson-fashionover50

2 жыл бұрын

Lol, so true!!

@RisherTNgarden

2 жыл бұрын

Lol. Love that. Yes so true. My husband's always asking me to get rid of shoes. But I hardly ever wear them out. And yes I love my options!

@mariekatherine5238

2 жыл бұрын

Since I have only five sets of footwear, getting rid of seven would allow me a shopping spree?

@tinamarie8699

2 жыл бұрын

Great point, Teresa Henning. 😉

@tinam761

2 жыл бұрын

I ❤️❤️❤️ that! Going to file that away for future use!

When I’m on the fence about a piece of clothing I ask myself if I was at the store would I buy it again. Also I put my clothes in the closet with the hangers hooks facing me when I wear them I put them back the hooks are facing the wall. When I started working outside of the home I picked out my clothes on the weekends. It’s so much easier to get dressed in the mornings. I taught my daughter to do the same. When I get bored with my outfits I look on Pinterest for inspiration. Ooh that would be a good video 😉

I really liked you saying that if you love something and feel good in it regardless of whether or not it's a fashion item, you should keep it. I honestly believe if you feel amazing in something then you are going to look good in it because you will feel more confident when you wear it.

I appreciate the 4 sensible questions, especially asking whether you still really like & feel good in it. But prevention is a good idea too. Consider not shopping for so many cheap trendy items at Walmart etc in the first place. If you only select 2 good quality classy animal-print or tie-dye items to keep indefinitely, there's no need to toss a bunch later.

I have that Walmart animal print top with the pastel background. I have gotten so many compliments when I’ve worn it. I have to say that tie dye sweatshirt does look like a dental X-ray. I hear skinny jeans are out, but I’m going to keep a few pairs. Especially with tall boots.

@angelamasson-fashionover50

2 жыл бұрын

I still won't get rid of my skinny jeans. In fact I talk about those in an upcoming video as to why I am still keeping them

@debmurray2734

2 жыл бұрын

Lol, I love the tie dye shirt - dental x-ray and all!

Good job making this video! However, I disagree on a few points. I’ve always enjoyed the time I put into curating a personal style and getting the most out of my wardrobe. This is what has worked for me over the decades: 1. Build a core wardrobe of classic, versatile pieces that can be updated with accessories, or an occasional trendier item. My rule of thumb is to add *one* trendy, or unexpected, item to an otherwise classic outfit to keep things looking fresh and current. 2. I spend the bulk of my investment on those core pieces, making sure the fit, fabric, and construction will hold up over many wearings and washings. Buying natural fabrics (rather than polyester or acrylic), avoiding blends (which tend to ‘pill’), and then *taking very good care of them* so they’ll last. A well made merino wool sweater (merino is tolerated even by those allergic to most wool) may cost more than an acrylic one, but with proper care will still look new after many years of wear. 3. Fashion is cyclical. If I have a piece that has gone out of style, but it’s good quality, flattering on me, and I love it, then *I keep it.* I clean it, then store it in a bin out of the way. Years later it’ll come back into fashion and getting it back out feels like Christmas. I get to enjoy it all over again and get more of my money’s worth out of it. I don’t keep everything, just my favorites. I’m currently enjoying some of my clothing, shoes, and bags from the late ‘90s, early 2000s. 4. I only buy a trend if it suits my body type, my personal style, and I really love it. And I won’t spend much on these more short-lived items if I do decide to pick up a couple. Even then, I’ll pass up any trend that I think won’t be last for more than a season or two. 5. Any new piece that I buy needs to work in my existing wardrobe in at least 5 different outfits, so I don’t ‘hang outfits together.’ Instead I have a spreadsheet -revised 2X a year- that lists every pair of pants, every skirt or dress, and the top, jacket, accessories, shoe/boot combinations that work with each. When I’m in a rush, or planning an outfit for the next day, I refer to the spreadsheet for ideas. Taking a day at the start of each season to try out different combinations gives me an opportunity to edit and cull items that no longer serve me. It also discourages me from spending money on things I don’t need by showing me how many outfits I already have; it’s always more than I think. 6. A few years ago I donated my collection of mismatched hangers and replaced them with matching sets. I couldn’t afford to buy all wooden hangers, and I don’t like the velvet-flocked type, so I bought wooden hangers for coats, jackets, and blazers, and less expensive clear plastic boutique-style hangers for the rest. Looking into my closet, seeing clothing neatly organized on matching hangers, shoes all neatly arranged rather than jumbled on top of each other gives them *value,* regardless of how much or little an item may have cost. I’m more likely to take good care of them and make them last, keeping them out of landfills (where most donated clothing ends up). Clothing shouldn’t be semi-disposable. The bulk of our purchases need to be carefully considered and chosen to last. Our planet is drowning in our wasteful overconsumption of cheap items made at the expense of those working in horrendous conditions for poverty level wages. Less, but better, truly *is* more. 7. And animal prints? At this point, they’re a classic. And animal prints are actually one of the recurring trends shown in the fall/winter ‘22/‘23 runway shows, shown by Dior, among many others. No, I don’t buy Dior! 😉 But runway shows are a good way to get a sense of ‘which way the wind is blowing’ and can tell you which of your loved, but stored, pieces should be put back into rotation. Colors, cuts, prints… all filter down from runway to ready-to-wear, albeit in more wearable forms.

@serendipityshopnyc

2 жыл бұрын

You should be making videos. :)

@luvzdogz

2 жыл бұрын

Wow

@sylviamaxwell504

2 жыл бұрын

Very good plan, and so true...mom always said classic fashion NOT fad, good fabric will last....

@dale3404

Жыл бұрын

Can’t tolerate any wool, which makes me sad.

@user-ex1ps6iq7l

Жыл бұрын

Right on!

Last month I donated 44 pieces of clothing. My favorite benefit from that: plenty of room in my closet and bureau!! So easy now to put clothing away!

Something I regret tossing was my blazers.

@MJSmurf

Ай бұрын

You might want to try shopping Goodwill or Consignment. You might find a few pieces to bring back into your wardrobe.

You are so real! 😊 I’m with you on tapering back on tie-dyed, animal print and clothes that are uncomfortable to wear. I’ve got to go through my jeans… 🤪 I always keep a bag in the garage that I drop off clothes that I think I like but don’t fit anymore, Thanks and have a wonderful day! 🤗🥰

When im feeling inspired, i get into my closet ,put tigether, create outfits, and take pictures.. this way, my closets stays organized, by color, sleeves, sleeveless, pants skrts, denim, jackets, dressy, new pieces,, then i take a look at created outfits to pivk from.. Works for me❤❤

I love going thru my closet at least 3 to 4 times a year. It makes me feel good to give to someone that can use it. I also include my purses and shoes that I don’t wear. Thanks for another fun video.👏😘Hope you are feeling better.

@angelamasson-fashionover50

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Cindy! I am defiantly feeling better!! I was in bed for the first 2 days with a fever but then it just turned into congestion and a cough

@anitas5817

Жыл бұрын

There is such a glut of donations - way more go into landfills than ever get used. Donation is not the answer to overconsumption. Buying too much is wasteful.

@cindym3340

Жыл бұрын

@@anitas5817 The donations are from years past, not over consumption. If I see I'm not wearing them, I donate them.

@karenpage5674

Жыл бұрын

I declutter monthly. If I’m not loving what I’m wearing it goes to goodwill pile end of the month off it goes. And I’m trying to only buy one new clothing item a month.

@cindym3340

Жыл бұрын

@@karenpage5674 Hi Karen, I’m trying to declutter more often. I donate to Goodwill as well. I’m sure there is someone that will love the items and can use them.👏🙌🏻

A dental X-ray! That’s hilarious! 😂 I would wear those animal print pieces as beach cover ups!

Seems like if we mostly purchase classic styles,we won't have so much to purge.I have had many pieces for 10 yrs and still reach for them

Great guide to clearing a closet, the questions & examples are helpful! I also like what you said about wearing what you like & not being tied to trends.

Here's a solution... Stop buying fast fashion! Or at least not so much of it

@altitudeiseverything3163

2 жыл бұрын

Someone needed to say it! 😏

Great tips. My master closet is HUGE and I have several tricks I use: 1) blouses/sweaters are hung inside out (no hanger bumps!) and in ROY G BIV order. 2) at the beginning of fall (or September) all my clothes are hung up backwards and when I've worn an item, it gets hung back up normally. All things still backwards are then up for consideration.

@roseobloy7978

Жыл бұрын

I don’t bother to rehang backwards. On Jan 1 I start putting hangers of clothes worn in the reverse. As year progresses I can see at a glance what I’m not wearing. And at end of year it leaves the closet. Then start again putting hangers in the reverse of the previous year. I do the same with tops in the same color starting of left with white, greige, black. red, etc. ❤

@roseobloy7978

Жыл бұрын

Love the idea of inside out for no hanger bumps.

@kathieepler156

Жыл бұрын

@@roseobloy7978 That's what I meant by hanging backwards. Works well.

I love this video! I hate cleaning out my closet because I always convince myself I need stuff I have not worn in years lol. These tips are great; thank you! 😊

I try to clean out my closet every season and as I've gotten older I try to be much more thoughtful about what I buy. I try to not impulse buy and will spend more money on well made classic pieces that will be in style for a long time rather than "trendy" pieces that go in and out of style every season.

Each year I flip all hanger hooks backwards on rod. When I wear something, hang up with hanger facing forward. End of season, easy to see what I'm actually wearing. Easier to let go of unworn pieces. Haven't found a system for clothes in drawers. 🙂

I'm binge watching all your videos. Just found you! This is a GREAT video! I love the questions, and I love that with each question you went and purged your closet before the next question. I haven't seen it done like that before. I think if I asked myself all your questions, I would have an empty closet.

I also do this whenever the seasons change. I usually store my off-season clothes and that's a good time to go through things and get rid of whatever I didn't wear last year. I take them to Goodwill or another discount store. I feel better knowing someone else will buy and wear the things I don't want anymore. I need to do this with shoes, too. I have kept shoes I haven't worn for years, because I keep thinking I might wear them. I try not to do that anymore and just get rid of them. I actually feel pretty good after I go through and get rid of stuff. I love to get rid of clutter and unused clothes.

Great ideas. I have learned that it's not always a clutter problem with clothing, it's a BUYING problem. I try not to buy things unless it is good quality, less trendy, and you really love it, not just that it's a good price. Ask yourself, do you like it enough to come back to the store for it next week? Also, why keep it if it makes you feel bad for putting on a few pounds?

You can help me clean out my closet; I just binge watch your videos!! Camo and animal prints are my jam! Florals, not so much. But, gosh, I really need to do some ‘weeding’ in my overstuffed closet.

You got me motivated to do the deep clean out I've been procrastinating on. Suggestion for you.....purchase the flocked hangers (joy mangano or similar) You will love them and your closet will look amazing and the space savings is amazing!

Have you considered shopping less in Walmart

@happyplacetogrow

6 ай бұрын

😂 I'll answer that! No!

These are great tips! I am a big fan of having outfits ready for the week. My biggest issue is weight fluctuation therefore I keep a box of larger and smaller-sized cloths. The items kept are neutral and universal, meaning they are never really out of style.

Love this idea. I’m getting better at really asking myself if I have worn it and if not donating it! Really feels good 👍

I love the floral you are wearing - so fresh and upbeat - thanks for inspiring tips !

I love how positive you are! Thank you!

I have a tip that helps me. Once I wear something I put it back from the laundry with the hanger the opposite way. This way it's easy to see what's been worn and what hasn't been. Then when it's time to purge I see what I wore that season and what I didn't.

I saw your one of your many videos few days ago and I really enjoy watching it, I like to watch your channel while I'm having my coffee and you truly inspire me, you're very personal and you inspire a lot of women who'd like to be fashionable and trendy in a comfortable way and affordable as well. I'm a 73 year old retired from California, I like your enthusiasm and simple beauty, your positivity and energy is contagious, that's the reason I watch you in the morning. Thank you for posting videos that are practical and productive 🌹🌹

Closet Clean-out is on my to-do list. You have inspired me that it's achievable to get it done in short order. Thank you!

This was very fun and interesting. It's freeing to be honest with ourselves and let go of pieces that aren't serving us well anymore. Then what we are looking at in our closet are all pieces that we like.

You've inspired me to do my pre-Fall closet cleaning and donating. It makes me feel a bit guilty for wasting money on things I did or don't wear, but at least I did not spend a ton of money on them.

@angelamasson-fashionover50

2 жыл бұрын

That is one of the reasons I like these more affordable clothing items...I don't feel as guilty about getting rid of them when the time comes compared to something I spent big money on

Great job!! Now part of my signature is color, tie dye and animal print. But that’s just me. More that is me is skinny jeans and v necks. What is not me~ floral (I feel like it ages me ) cold shoulder (I used to love that) You do you boo. And you are doing amazing sharing. Yes. Your questions are great. It doesn’t matter if it is from Walmart or Nordstrom’s. If it doesn’t fit or you don’t like it … no need to keep it. If it doesn’t fit. It really is a mental downer with clothes in closet that doesn’t fit. Great job!! When I finally did a purge my first time. It was such a relief. Now each season it’s easier and enjoyable. Also I love creating outfits too. Sometimes it’s so I have things ready for when I don’t have time. Excellent idea. I mean we do it for the kids

I started putting outfits together a while back, some for cooler weather or a warmer day and then I can pick which one is more suitable for that particular day. It works out so good. As I’m getting the outfits together I can even try them on to see if I like the look. It is such a good way of rotating your clothes. I put them back in my closet once they are clean but put the hanger backwards to let me know I’ve already worn it. Works good for me. Love your ideas!

I do the same, and I take good care of my clothes. I don't like throwing stuff away, nor I putting them in those clothing bins that you see outside parking lot of your local supermarket. I always donate it to the women shelter.

I'm beginning to trust myself more and more after watching these videos. .

Wow. You've got a lot of clothes. I'm going to have to go through my closet soon as well as everything else I own. I'm moving next month. These are good tips. Do you ever feel like hanging on to certain items of clothing for nostalgic reasons? ... Eventhough you probably won't wear them again? I sometimes do this. I sometimes have a hard time letting go!

Love this video, Angela! Your suggestions are spot on. I have to say I have several clothing items that I have held onto for YEARS and can’t quite give them up (even though I never wear them)! I vow this will be the year they finally go bye bye!! So happy you and your husband are on the mend!

Some of my clothes that I don't wear on a regular basis but I keep some of them for camping season or just to work outside

Great video Angela, and perfect timing since I’ve been trying to go through my closet. Today I had the day off and my plan was to get my closet done. I even called the resale shop the other day to tell them I’d be in today, but I accomplished very little. I could relate to everything you talked about, even clothes with tickets still on them. The resale shop loves seeing me come in, tickets on everything. I started laughing when you said you pulled your hair back because you got hot. That’s what I did today. I kept trying all my clothes on trying to decide what to take to the resale shop and what to keep. I finally got sick of it all, and gave up. It’s so hard trying to decide. So today was another day wasted. Haha! I didn’t know you and your husband had Covid. That’s awful. I’m glad you’re both feeling better. Whatever you do, don’t donate the pretty top you’re wearing in this video. It’s very flattering on you, love the colors. Continue on your road to recovery, and I look forward to your fun videos.

@angelamasson-fashionover50

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Karen! We are both feeling a lot better!

I love the dental xray shirt. You are hilarious Angela. Great video. Everything you said is so true.

Not sure! Jean jackets look shabby not chic but I know you are a fan. A fitted jacket is so much more upmarket and flattering. I agree about a slender siloette and not wearing baggy. Ditsy prints look old fashioned to me but everyone has a different style. I buy expensive and keep things a log time so cheaper in the long run.

When I wash and return a piece of clothing to the closet I hang the clothing to the right. I try to choose pieces from the left side of my closet to rotate what I wear. My clothes are hung by type i.e. short sleeve blouses, tank style blouses, shorts, dresses, etc. I love the top about making outfits ahead, I'm going to try this. Thanks for sharing Angela, I'm motivated now to work on decluttering my closet.

Money was tight when I grew up; we kept clothes until they were threadbare or no longer fit. This habit stayed with me for decades….Poshmark, Thred up and local charities have relieved some of the guilt in letting perfectly good items go. Thanks for the tips.

I'm the odd one, I LOVE decluttering my closet! I do it seasonally. I prefer to keep a small wardrobe of pieces that fit and flatter! I went through my closet yesterday to prep for fall. It toke about 15 minutes each time. I have 40 clothing pieces & own a total of 12 pairs of shoes/boots. Edited to add: I have never understood the "items with tags". I don't buy items I don't need so everything I purchase gets worn. Secondly, I wash all my clothing before I wear it, so tags get removed pretty much immediately when I get home & item goes straight to the laundry room.

@AA-hy6dz

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, I don’t buy if I’m not going to wear in a couple of days. If I am not reaching for my newly bought clothes in a week, they go back. I cannot believe she has all these clothes that she never wore. Why buy?

Oh you had some really good pointers!! I need to definitely give the clothes rotation a try...I tend to just put all of the laundry back and wear the same things over and over and forget about some pieces.

Thank you for the inspiration! After watching your video I went and organized all my clothes. I have a huge basket of clothing for donation! A lot of the stuff I was holding on to but the points you made really made a lot of sense. It also inspired me to sort all my clothing by style and color so now I'm good for the fall.

@angelamasson-fashionover50

2 жыл бұрын

That is awesome!! Well done!

You inspired me to have a good sort out . Donated 5 huge bags to charity and feel so much better for it . Thanks from England x

@angelamasson-fashionover50

2 жыл бұрын

Wow, that is fantastic Tanis!!

I sell on poshmark, and good way to make some extra money these days. Love a good decluttering.

I’ve pretty much stopped buying inexpensive clothes or items that are on sale. Buying better quality and fewer things feels better! I have to love something now to buy it. I could never have a subscription box come into my house 🤷‍♀️

@edennis8578

2 жыл бұрын

I buy better quality clothes on clearance. I buy classics, so the styles don't change. A crew neck tee is a crew neck tee and straight-leg pants are straight-leg pants. I make sure, of course, that the manufacturer hasn't done something funky with it, like make it shorter or tight. The fit has to be classic.

Great video Angela! I’m actually looking forward to getting my closet organized using your questions 🥰

@angelamasson-fashionover50

2 жыл бұрын

That is awesome Kris! You will feel so good to have it all done!

You are making me smile watching your video, so many truths apply to me and my wardrobe of cloths,thank you for giving me a kick start to have a clear out!!!

I’ve been cleaning my closets out! I have donated a ton of stuff that I just don’t wear anymore. Thanks for sharing!

When we move to The Villages, I will probably get rid of 80 to 90% of the winter clothes I have. And those colored Gloria Vanderbilt Amanda jeans, they're on the way out. I have alot of formal wear too! Decades worth. It's funny how you keep something forever, and it comes back in. A few days ago I found a pretty summery floral sundress that I made in the 90s. I wore it to Bible study. I got so many compliments! But you have inspired me to get in and get rid of what doesn't fit well.

I hang similar color tops together on black felt hangers, and the pants are hung behind on white plastic hangers. This way my matches are close together and I don't "lose" pants in the closet.

Lovely pieces coming and going, but I almost never have any place to go, so may just keep what I already have.

Such good ideas and suggestions for cleaning out the closet! My hint is that if it has dust on the shoulders, pitch it!

@angelamasson-fashionover50

2 жыл бұрын

That is a good one too!

I have always prefered quality over quantity always chosing something dearer than buying six things for the same price and that makes throwing out stuff very hard as I haven't got that much in the first place. However, with the way the economy is going I am glad that I bought expensive stuff while I could.

I just ran to my closet and got rid of quite a few things. Thanks for the push

Hubby said I could buy more clothes as long as I threw old ones out….😳. No problem dear! 🥰

Obsession comes to mind. Goooolly .

I love watching you as I'm sitting in my animal print top...LOL....I do love mine, but I agree I keep passing up on something that I'll wear and never did. Thanks for another great video.

I used to have a closet full of clothes that just hung in my closet, yep some still had the tags too UNTIL I saw a video that suggested when we buy one piece we need to donate TWO pieces away. I decided to try this and it stopped my impulse purchases (especially sale items). In fact, I put back items if they are final sale now. I still have a monumental dress that I just love and it still has the tags on it but I can't wear her as it's too tight on me, still waiting for the day I lose weight so I can wear her lol. She was too expensive to donate to a thrift store and so she sits in my closet as a reminder to NOT buy anything that doesn't fit right and can't be altered. I still have lots of clothes in my closet but much better choices and I do buy new pieces every year but more thought are put into my choices now. I buy way less trendy pieces and look for pieces that coordinate with what I already have instead of one offs.

Fannntastic ! Well done. Ooooh I love your closet. I’m pretty good at purging my clothes when needed, but I’d still love a bigger closet. I have 2 super small bedroom closets ( older building). But … I make it work. Probably time to pass thru it again.

Great idea on rotating outfits! I just played Barbies with all my jeans and got rid of most of them. Straight ankles and fit and flare for me. Also went thru my shoes and tossed some that were too worn to give away.

@angelamasson-fashionover50

2 жыл бұрын

That is awesome!!

You have inspired me to clean out my closet too!

Thanks for another great video and lots of good tips! I seriously need to get in my closet and ask those questions! LOL! I'm way overdue for the seasonal clean out.

Thank you for the encouragement! I love your analogies as to why I should let go, even thought the birdie in the back of my mind knows this. Hearing them out loud by a stranger helps a lot. I haven't pitched anything in my closet in years; the problem of having a big closet lol.

I suggest putting away your winter stuff in totes so when a new season comes it's like you have new clothes to wear for the season. I also suggest stop buying peices from Walmart they usually don't stand the test of time anyway. Thanks for the tips

I like quality not quantity and and the best quality I can afford.

LOL about the dental x-ray top! Awesome video as always Angela 😀

This is a good vlog for showing how environmentally destructive impulse buying of fast fashion can become.

So funny. I got size 4 that will never see the light of day. Ha!!! Thanks. I'm glad I'm not the only one.

Omg, “doesn’t it remind you of a dental X-ray” … I cannot stop laughing!!! Thanks for starting my day with the best laugh in a long time…

You do have a lot of clothes , me too. Trying to use and not buy anymore for as long as I can and declutter!!!

Your making me go clean my closet and makes all sense 👍😊… every Sunday I plan what to wear for work for the week so I don’t have to worry about

The outfits thing works really well

Another good tip is to hang your clothes on nice wooden or felt hangers. NO plastic!

I hear what you're saying, but the problem I have with getting rid of my clothes...and the question I ask myself often is: Can I afford to replace this? The answer is usually no. Walmart stuff? Sure, whatever, it's gone. Other high end items, heck no. I don't care if I haven't worn them in 5 years, if they fit, they stay. But maybe that's just me? I haven't had a need to shop for clothes in years....and it's because I occupy 4 closets in my house. hahahahaha! But, good tips though!!

I'm a bit in the opposite camp regarding fit. I've always had that extra 10 pounds to lose. Well, in the past 5 years, things happened (we moved, then my Mom passed away and we had to clear out her house) and those 10 pounds were gone. And they've been gone for 2 years. But I have jeans that I rocked when I was 10 pounds heavier and I can't part with them. I'm afraid the weight will come back on and then I'll have to shop for jeans again. So I have a drawer full of too-big jeans.

@pajamamama5965

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly

@orietdiamond4185

2 жыл бұрын

Good for you !

I never have outfits in my wardrobe with tags on, as I have to wash them before I ever wear them..before I ever put them in my wardrobe!! So no tags, and always clean!! But yeah! A seasonal go through (at the end of hot weather, and end of cold weather), its a good time to run through what you do and don't wear

Great advice, Angela. It really does seem like you whittled down your wardrobe wisely. I did love that pretty raspberry colored top, but I understand why you got rid of it. There's always some reason we don't grab certain items to wear.

You're so right for dumping stuff though

I also like to go by category. Like now would be all the winter sweaters, fleece, outerwear. Later would be all the long-sleeve tops, then 3/4 sleeve, then short sleeve, etc. Basically wearing through the category and deciding what should go.