As part of my #lentnospend I have been truly digging through my closet and purging so much. I think I have filled two contractor trash bags with donations from my closet. That includes everything from shoes to coats.
Of course, I need to say that some of the items I purged were in that closet since I had baby #1.
Oy ...
But every single time I go into that rather small space, for all it holds, I find something new. Something I am excited to wear. It has been a journey ... and I am only about 20 days committed. I still have the other half. And it feels good. Great actually.
I have begun to think about classics that I need to add to my wardrobe. Things that I will keep year after year and will never go out of style. The pearl earring of pieces.
My style is preppy. Yes, I mix it up with trendy, but I am a prep at heart. No matter what I wear there are always preppy elements, It is the style I am most comfortable in and probably will be the rest of my life. I see stylish older women with preppy clothes and think, yep, I could totally be ok with that!
Here are the 50 items Domino Magazine says every girl should own ...
This is a better representation but when I tried to use the image it was too small to truly enjoy!
So I printed off the list and started checking off what I own. It was very rewarding to check off so many things I should own. I was mentally patting myself on the back for not investing in too many trendy pieces. These are the items I need to acquire ...
Footwear ~
Nude pumps
Accessories ~
Opaque tights (good ones I should spend $$ on)
Evening clutch (a go to)
Baubles~
Diamond studs (get on it hubs!!)
Tops~ (my biggest need)
Classic T
Long wrap cardigan
Skirts & Dresses ~
LBD short and long sleeved
pencil skirt (wool and cotton)
Outerwear ~
Not bad I would say ... and the idea being you spend more on the classics because they never go out of style! So, I shouldn't feel bad about dreaming of the perfect black pump with red bottoms ...
Sigh ..
So far I can report I am thrilled with my Lent sacrifice. I have been excited to get dressed and wear something I wouldn't normally chose. Like the pink cardi from the pic above. I have had it more than two years and never wore it. In 20 days I have worn it twice and loved it both times. It was really hard earlier this week when I really wanted those pink His and Hers chairs ... but then I walked away and found a 25% off coupon and a way to get them on Easter.
I was very proud of myself. And I continue to be ... thinking through my purchases is so much smarter and makes me a better steward. And the hubs is thrilled.
And everyone loves a happy hubs!
I need to print out that list. I think it is wise to invest in a few good quality pieces that will last and are timeless rather then a bunch of trendy pieces. I love your style, and have similar taste. I do not think preppy ever goes out of style! And, is appropriate at any age.
ReplyDeleteGood for you for sticking with it!!! I have not been so good, but trying! It's amazing how many things I buy that I don't think "count"!!! By the way, loving your blog, reading it "backwards" every time I get a chance. Think I must be getting close to the beginning!!
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