The Closet Purge

Purge: to rid of whatever is impure or undesirable; cleanse; purify.

Looking at your closet and hating everything you see? Well this week I did my annual Spring Purge, and you will be amazed at how FREE you feel! There is something about getting rid of dumpy shit that uplifts your spirits and makes you an overall happy person. I understand we are not all made of gold nuggets and that “you may wear that sweater down the road”. But come on! You will not wear that sweater, as it is ridiculously ugly, and an insult to your skin colour. I once wore this lime green shirt and people kept asking if I was “feeling ok”.

Now there are little tips to purging your closet and no, it does not involve a toilet. Unless you have a great sewage system, then by all means, flush those ratty clothes away! Here’s the thing, before you start purging make sure you develop two piles- first pile: give away to a shelter or the Goodwill, second pile: sell. Lightly used clothing that still has character and belongs in this decade, can be sold on consignment. This is a great way to make some cash to use towards your new wardrobe! Also, when in doubt, don’t through it out. If there is something in your collection that you are truly unsure about, put it in a bag, if you do not take it out in the next six months- pitch it! Keep your unsure pile to a maximum of six items. If you keep adding more than six to the pile, you are not purging, you are just wasting your time!

Another great idea when it comes to lightly used clothing is to have a Trade the Closet Party. This is superb excuse to throw a cocktail party and add new pieces to your wardrobe. Make sure you add in the invite that all clothes must be lightly worn, washed, and nothing older than three years. Also, have someone from the party take responsibility for taking whatever was not chosen to the Goodwill. Chances are if no one wants the item at the party, it will not do well on consignment, but hey you never know...

Have fun purging, and remember...NEVER get rid of vintage!!!!!