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The Wardrobe Project: The Lists continued + my IGTV

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First excuse the blurry photo (from a video). Second, and more importantly, I hope you are safe at home. If you’ve been following this, I went through a zero-waste closet clean out recently and since we are stuck at home and the idea of living with fewer better things seems like a better way to live going forward, I have been sharing my tips on IGTV. There is a general first video, the lists’ videos and then my thoughts on shopping your closet and why integrity in design matters. Instead of writing it all out, I’m putting links to the first five videos below. I love all your comments and stay tuned for more (there are only two more short lists and then we pull it all together and get down to the nitty gritty.) xx J

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Thank you for all the comments and dealing with yesterday’s meh video (slowly getting there), I thought I should share first steps because this is not a traditional #closetcleanout that involves making piles on your bed (at least not yet). Where to begin? With lists. I love lists and feel that taking time to put pen to paper and really solidifying your ideas can have positive lasting effects. You spent a lot of time (and perhaps $$) accumulating what you have and you owe it to yourself to be thoughtful about this process of learning to live with less and ultimately uncovering your style. I find this is the best way to start. Love to hear your thoughts! What am I wearing? Shirt @a.shirt.story, jeans @toteme, sweater and slip dress @khaite, blazer @nililotan, boots and sandals @toteme, bag and trench @celine, #closetorganization #thewardrobeproject #fashioneditor #livewithless #buybetterbuyless #organization #whatsyourstylestory

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What’s next on creating a #zerowaste #closetcleanout? Integrity. Good design has it and it is a concept that also applies to the clothes in your closet. Things with integrity do not have to be expensive, in fact some things that cost a lot have little of it. Integrity= value. And creating a thoughtful, edited closet means filling it with pieces that have these traits. It’s one step in learning to live with less and having fewer, better things. And if you’re just tuning in, I hope you will go back as this is not a traditional clean out (no piles on the bed yet), but one that starts with lists. Next up? More lists!! #closetorganization #organization #styletips #buylessbuybetter #livewithless #thewardrobeproject

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Next step in a #zerowaste #closetcleanout? More lists! Starting with a Two Week Clothing Diary (think to what you typically wear every day, though there is no typical right now) and why wearing things often and creating a #uniform is what some of the best-dressed people I know do. Next list? Splurges and questions to ask yourself so you can learn which were worth it, and which weren’t. Followed by Regrets (we all have them, some sitting with price tags still on) and Lazy Go-Tos (mine were meh T-shirts and old pajamas). And don’t throw anything out! (There is a place for everything.) I will share my splurges etc soon. Stay tuned. And I love your feedback ♥️. Shirt @hommegirls, pants @nililotan. #closetorganization #closetgoals #livewithless #buylessbuybetter #thewardrobeproject #whatsyourstylestory

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  1. Are those James Perse sweats you’re wearing? ?
    I finally “splurged” on 2 different pairs (still a splurge after getting them on discount from Nordstrom Rack) and I really love them.

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    • They are actually Nili Lotan leather pants (very baggy ones) though I am a big fan of James Perse for good basics ♥️

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  2. I loved these questions you suggested regarding clothes that sit in the closet as mausoleum and are never worn:

    Why did you buy this item?
    Why do you keep it?

    In my case, the items I bought that I don’t wear were either:
    “should haves” that I never really liked and don’t really fit my life or style
    or
    items I love but haven’t figured out how to wear.

    I’m giving away the former and focusing my creativity on the latter. An example is a lime green cashmere cardigan that I bought on a celebratory trip to London. My initial thought was that I’m keeping it only for sentimental reasons, but then I realized that doesn’t mean I can’t integrate it into my wardrobe. So, as you suggested, I played dress-up in my closet and came up with a plan. When I wore the sweater yesterday with a black t-shirt, jeans and black ballet flats, my stylish home-from-college daughter commented, “New sweater, mom? Nice.” A win!

    Take care and stay healthy!

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    • I totally get the “should haves”….been there. And so glad you found a way to wear something you already have. We could all use some color therapy these days. Stay safe! x Jennifer

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