Alright, let’s dive into my little “put together outfits” experiment I did last week. It was a fun one, and I learned a ton!
The Starting Point: My Closet Chaos
Okay, so my closet situation was… less than ideal. Basically, I’d grab whatever was clean and vaguely presentable in the morning. No real thought. I knew I had some decent pieces, but they weren’t getting any love. So, first thing’s first, I pulled EVERYTHING out. Yes, everything. Piles on the bed, piles on the floor. A total disaster zone.
The Purge & Sort
Then came the hard part: the purge. I picked up each item and asked myself: “Do I really love this? Have I worn it in the last year? Does it fit?”. If the answer was no to any of those, it went into the donation pile. Brutal, but necessary. I ended up donating like, a whole garbage bag full of stuff.
Next, I sorted what was left. Tops with tops, pants with pants, dresses together, sweaters folded. You know, the basics.
The Outfit Building Bonanza
Okay, now for the fun part! I started grabbing pieces and just seeing what worked together. This is where I really had to get creative. I tried on like, a million different combinations. Some were awful, some were surprisingly good!
- I found that this one black skirt actually goes with way more tops than I thought.
- That old denim jacket I never wear? Looks awesome layered over a simple dress.
- And that scarf I always forget about? Instant pop of color!
I took pictures of each outfit I liked. This was key! It’s so much easier to remember what works when you have a visual.
The “Capsule Wardrobe” – Kind Of
I wouldn’t say I created a full-blown capsule wardrobe, but I definitely identified some core pieces that I can mix and match. A good pair of jeans, a few basic tees, a versatile blazer. Stuff that can be dressed up or down.
The Final Result
So, what did I learn? I learned that I actually have a decent wardrobe, I just wasn’t using it to its full potential. I also learned that taking the time to put together outfits beforehand saves me SO much time and stress in the morning.
I’m still working on it, but my closet is a lot more organized, and I feel a lot more confident about putting together outfits. And honestly, that’s a win in my book!
My Biggest Takeaways:
- Don’t be afraid to experiment. Try on things you wouldn’t normally put together. You might be surprised!
- Take pictures of your outfits. Trust me, you’ll thank yourself later.
- It’s okay to start small. You don’t have to overhaul your entire wardrobe overnight. Just focus on making a few small changes.
Hope this inspires you to tackle your own closet chaos! It’s totally worth it.
