Spring Cleaning Your Closet

Spring is around the corner—it’s the time of year when you’re just dying to hit up your favorite clothing store to update and upgrade your wardrobes. Nearly every fashion boutique already has their spring collections in, making a shopping spree irresistible. Yet that means you may need to make some room in your closet—what should you keep and what should you save?

It’s best to employ a strategy for editing your closet, before you head out to your favorite fashion clothing store. Luckily, we’ve got the perfect plan of attack for making the most of your South Bay fashion collection. Start by creating several sections or piles of clothes—those Alberto Makali evening dresses you absolutely love, along with the clothes you never tire of wearing should compile one section. Then separate the rest of your wardrobe with clothes you rarely wear or seem out of fashion, and those you never wear and no longer fit.

The first step is to get rid of the clothes you’ll never wear. Be honest with yourself—if you haven’t worn something in a year, it’s time to go. Either let your friends shop that section of your closet or donate to a women’s shelter or to Dress for Success. While you may be over certain South Bay fashion items, others may fall head over heels with the same pieces. Then evaluate your other section of clothes—the ones you rarely wear or no longer fit. For example, if you’ve got a gorgeous item of Dismero clothing that just doesn’t fit you right, you can probably sell it on an online fashion boutique that does consignment or on eBay—especially if it’s rarely been worn. Edit this section of your closet ruthlessly!

Next, figure out the top 10 things in your closet—that means your all-time favorite items. Whether they’re pieces from a stunning Alberto Makali evening collection or a basic yet stylish tee, lay them out on the floor and take note as to what these items have in common. Analyze the similarities—is it a sign you need to shop for some exciting items to shake things up, or are these styles that are most faltering to you? Once you do this, you’ll know exactly what you need to look for on your next shopping spree.