https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review---goal-6 Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 10 Apr 2026 04:13:36 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review---goal-6/page/2#post-2297171 Mon, 19 Dec 2022 13:24:08 +0000 Janet 2297171@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>“Are you a keeper of a perpetual holding zone or a serial donator or a laser precision shopper?”</p> <p>Haha! Definitely more of the former. I’ve just recently done a significant edit of the holding zone, letting go of items that have more than one strike against them. A 10-year-old designer blazer I love but skews too traditional AND is a full size too small? Gone. Even if I lose 10 lbs, I think styles have changed enough in a decade that I’m not going back to that particular style. What’s “cool” now has changed. If I’m wearing a blazer at this point in my life, it needs to have some chill factor or edge, that that one didn’t have enough of either. Just an example. </p> <p>I’d like to be more of a laser precision shopper, but I’m an emotional shopper and dresser, and laser precision also means putting on blinders to new possibilities, so I prefer to keep experimenting a bit, even if it means an occasional mistake. Fortunately, I usually realize my mistakes before the return window closes and can take the items back. I’m getting better at that. </p> <p>I am a frequent donator! My nieces are recipients, and I do consign some items. The last time I dropped off some bags at Goodwill, I was shocked to see how much stuff was piled up to be sorted, and it made me wonder if my stuff was going straight to trash. That definitely gave me pause. I’d rather put it up on my local Buy Nothing group and give it to someone who really wants it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review---goal-6/page/2#post-2297158 Mon, 19 Dec 2022 12:40:06 +0000 Anonymous 2297158@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have so little space, and hate excess, so tend to donate/consign regularly. I do keep a small holding zone of things that don't currently fit, which I check periodically. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review---goal-6#post-2296871 Sat, 17 Dec 2022 23:14:06 +0000 Olive Green 2296871@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I just lugged a large bag out to the garage to donate. Some of it is thrifted to try on a colour or style.&nbsp;<br />Most of that goes back.&nbsp;<br />I am a fanatical launderer, so fabric has to be pretty good, and that is such a crap shoot.&nbsp;<br />Online shopping, same.&nbsp;<br />Body changes, same.&nbsp;<br />It’s a moving target for me, hence the mistakes and sense of waste, I guess.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review---goal-6#post-2296861 Sat, 17 Dec 2022 21:35:06 +0000 kkards 2296861@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’m a hoarder…i have a sentimental streak and i have the room, so yes, i hold things that I haven’t worn in years, and probably wont wear again to be honest. But most of it is stuff that was loved when it was part of my “active” wardrobe. I have been trying to sort thru my “active” wardrobe seasonally and sell or donate what i know i don’t want to go forward with. But i will admit to going super slow in the last 3 years, I’m still not sure what i feel is the right thing to wear in this new normal, and i don’t want to get rid of all my blazers only to turn around next year and wish i still had them. It helps that i have all the closets to myself. And I’ve set up a rack in the spare bedroom.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review---goal-6#post-2296840 Sat, 17 Dec 2022 18:25:58 +0000 Irina 2296840@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Perhaps,&nbsp;<b>Stag F.&nbsp;</b>:) But don’t forget, I wear some kind of coat 7 to 8 months a year! Wish I didn’t have to! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review---goal-6#post-2296822 Sat, 17 Dec 2022 16:04:36 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2296822@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Have we discovered the one wardrobe category where you have more than me??? All my coats easily fit in a closet; all but 2 + 2 light fabric jackets are currently in a suitcase </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review---goal-6#post-2296818 Sat, 17 Dec 2022 15:09:59 +0000 Irina 2296818@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you all for your responses. A lot of ideas and solutions. <b>Angie</b>, you definitely possess some magical powers - all your coats are in one cabinet!<br />Interesting but not surprising - despite our love for fashion and clothes, a lot of us are uncomfortable with a large wardrobe. For some it comes down to the availability of storage but for others like myself, it’s about feeling guilty and overwhelmed. Accepting that mistakes are the part of a style journey is not exactly easy. I’m still looking for best ways to deal with it.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review---goal-6#post-2296799 Sat, 17 Dec 2022 12:09:25 +0000 jussie 2296799@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes I struggle a bit with this issue too. I don’t keep much for more than couple years, to be honest I just don’t have the room. A small closet and half a tallboy chest of drawers.<br /> At the moment I have three statement jackets I am considering donating, they’re very distinctive and cool but awfully hard to style. I’ve had them for about 5 years I guess. I also have a Liberty print button up shirt that I’ve had for about 7 year that I’m considering thrifting. It’s a beautiful shirt but doesn’t suit my current style.<br /> I also have a Kmart pair of white culottes I purchased a few weeks ago for 5 dollars! It was a mistake as they are awful, too tight and very see through. So yes 5 items on the chopping block at the moment. I lean toward moving them on…..<br /> but it seems such a waste! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review---goal-6#post-2296797 Sat, 17 Dec 2022 11:46:52 +0000 Cardiff girl 2296797@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I find that this is a perennial problem and it’s been very informative to read other peoples approaches to this. I keep an online holding zone for contemplation ,l donate clothes that are in good condition but not expensive and l used to sell better stuff on eBay but l have left eBay now so am looking at other outlets but it’s a lot of work and you don’t get much money back.l keep and wear clothes for many years(20+)but l have recently had a significant life change and am getting older so this means that l probably need to look at it again.l am buying very little now compared to in the past as l have become very fussy about new clothes,what suits me and what l will actually wear given my lifestyle and to be honest l don’t actually need a lot of different clothes these days.. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review---goal-6#post-2296796 Sat, 17 Dec 2022 11:39:02 +0000 Minaminu 2296796@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I may have a different view than most fabbers as I view storage quite positively, seasonal storage is a must for me as my actual wardrobe is 80 cm wide (coats are stored in a small part of the hallway).&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>In my case, it makes perfect sense to add a holding zone since I am not a great follower of trends and my style seems to be quite classic. I keep pieces that I love but are currently not fitting but that I know I'll happily wear them again if I can - which thankfully happened for a few pieces this year. I don't keep pieces that I am not sure style wise, these are either donated / sold / recycled.&nbsp;</p> <p>I guess this may be different if one puts on hold items that one is not sure about.&nbsp; As I am planning for 2023, I've realised that if I would go down by another dress size, I'd consider tailoring or purchasing some of my items in a smaller size - which I guess I am not planning to "rock my style boat too much" </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review---goal-6#post-2296795 Sat, 17 Dec 2022 11:20:19 +0000 Zaeobi 2296795@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I do have a holding zone but, on closer inspection, it's actually just an alterations pile that I have been putting off doing (it's subdivided into particular categories, like shortening hems or taking in the waist - that's how I know). </p> <p>The only things I'm unsure of in there are a couple of items to dye (I searched but can't find DIY washing machine pods here ) &amp; some dressier items for my UK lifestyle (to take back with me - I'm currently in this frustrating limbo where I don't know if I'll be using much South Asian clothing once back). </p> <p>When it comes to getting rid of clothes, I'm a serial donator here. But back home, we would pile together as a community to bring hand-me-downs etc to those in need (my cousins have only just stopped using the pushchair that my parents bought for me!) Unfortunately I just don't have that level of community out here in HK, but I have given some clothes to new immigrants that I've heard of through the grapevine. </p> <p>That feels much better than just giving to a corporation - but I have also done that here when I got desperate, e.g. no space left in my tiny flat &amp; the donation bins are just downstairs. Sometimes convenience wins! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review---goal-6#post-2296788 Sat, 17 Dec 2022 09:24:27 +0000 Synne 2296788@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Large wardrobes fascinate me! I have realized (after much agony) that I just can't handle it for my self. Now my wardrobe is relatively small (&lt;8 trousers), and everything gets heavily rotated. When the laundry basket is nearing full it also means I am almost out of clean clothes. Such a burden lifted.</p> <p>The most pristine looking garments in my wardrobe are of course the one's never worn... Interesting thoughts and reflections, Irina! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review---goal-6#post-2296783 Sat, 17 Dec 2022 08:39:49 +0000 rachylou 2296783@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’m a hoarder for sure. I definitely ‘shop my closet’, thinking of my hoard as a store. I wear the same things a lot, but then I’ll get a bee in my bonnet and go digging. TBH, the shopping in my area has tanked and my own stash is better than anything available. I learned yesterday we’re even losing Big Lots. It’s all Ross… </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review---goal-6#post-2296766 Sat, 17 Dec 2022 04:35:10 +0000 slim cat 2296766@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a few items that over 5 years old ( or 10 ) and not exactly fitting my style anymore - like the silk skirt from BR or 3/4 sleeve black coat. I can't donate them for some sentimental feelings but keeping them does make me somewhat uneasy. There is very little space in my apartment for a holding zone - so I try to limit my "sentimental" pieces to a minimum.&nbsp;I do need to do another edit - probably in the end of winter.<br />Very few things came back to my current wardrobe from the holding zone - black work pants for one, silk sleeveless blouse/almost tunic &nbsp;- all mixed with some more current things.<br />I usually donate my mistakes ( I sold to consignment successfully just ones this year ). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review---goal-6#post-2296764 Sat, 17 Dec 2022 04:25:05 +0000 Sloper 2296764@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’m both a holder and donator. &nbsp;To be honest and accurate, I hold things that I liked and were of good quality, but have also gone through lots of impulse/emotional buying phases. &nbsp;Thus clothing supply builds up, and for me it becomes “out of sight, out of mind.” &nbsp;I feel the same as others have mentioned above - irritation and shame for having both lots of unworn clothes and mess. &nbsp;I donate to Goodwill, Dress for Success, and sell the best stuff via Real Real.</p> <p>These “crises” have occurred after several major life events - moving across country or state, job loss/change, most recently very major health/body changes. I KNOW there are some things that aren’t happening anymore (an office job, fancy dress, travel). &nbsp;Letting go of some really swell work and party clothes had to be done. &nbsp;And another bitter pill is being physically unable to go through some stored things (I can hear the moths chomping).</p> <p>Also, and this can be an individual “eye” thing, that after holding on to some things for maybe more than 15 - 20 years - well, they are just old (storage wear, style, etc.). I know styles come&nbsp;around again, but usually it seems there’s a bit of a tweak that makes the old stuff look too costumey or forced (my eye only). &nbsp;I know something like a classic pea coat holds up, but a beautiful Charles Nolan ivory suit had football (US football) player shoulder pads and yelllowing. &nbsp;It was irredeemable. &nbsp;And my body has changed - some styles just ain’t gonna fit no more.</p> <p>The one time I could kind of call myself laser-focused was after a big move and big career change maybe 30 years ago. Work clothes only could be bought - the weekend is only two days. &nbsp;And I worked in an environment where people (females) mentioned if of you had something new - which made me realize how much I impulse shopped! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review---goal-6#post-2296742 Sat, 17 Dec 2022 01:03:00 +0000 LJP 2296742@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>SF - I’m not sure what you mean by knowing what I’m doing , but as I’m already 61 , I can pretty much guarantee that I won’t be needing a professional work wardrobe at this stage in my life . I hope to retire in a few years from where I now work ( a job that doesn’t require a lot of dressy clothes ) . Even if I did change jobs , it’s not going to require the same level of clothing I once wore . What’s a Smith ? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review---goal-6#post-2296734 Sat, 17 Dec 2022 00:01:23 +0000 Irina 2296734@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Aside from a couple of sentimental pieces, I might have no more than 3 items from pre 2015 years. I used to buy cheaper and not all natural fibers clothes, so I didn’t keep much after the big edit in 2015. Leather outwear was nice but too fitted for my current fit preference. Since I ended up with a small wardrobe after the edit, I wore out things pretty fast.&nbsp;<div>I don’t have a friend or a family member who wears my size, I would be more than happy to let them pick anything they’d like.&nbsp;</div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review---goal-6#post-2296725 Fri, 16 Dec 2022 22:43:46 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2296725@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi five, Angie! </p> <p>LJP, how nice to know what you’re going to be doing! I hope I’ll have things sorted in a year or two. Why not just hang onto a Smith or something, and move the rest out? </p> <p>Jenny, I agree with you on the fraught topic of what happens to stuff we donate. My “friend’s” band played a benefit for a women’s shelter when I was last there. Tickets were too much $$ for me, but I could give them things in good shape that I weed out. </p> <p>Dee, avoiding shoddy construction is a smart front-end way to avoid getting in this pickle! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review---goal-6#post-2296722 Fri, 16 Dec 2022 22:12:37 +0000 Dee 2296722@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I only started a holding zone recently after reading about it on YLF. Funny enough I have gone into it and plucked a few things out to wear again. Last month I pulled out a nice pair of wide leg dress jeans that I bought in 2009.&nbsp;</p> <p>I do have quite a few items in my closet that are at least 5+ years old. My wardrobe is on the large side, but I’m a classic dresser generally speaking, so they don’t seem to date as quickly.&nbsp;</p> <p>Only items in good condition that I no longer enjoy would be donated. Our “Value Village” which is a chain of secondhand stores here had to move into an even larger location due to all the stuff they receive. So I really want to be mindful of what I’m purchasing going forward, but it’s shocking the quality of how some clothing is made these days, its no wonder items are being tossed out so fast. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review---goal-6#post-2296713 Fri, 16 Dec 2022 21:26:50 +0000 Jenni NZ 2296713@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie that’s not a “stash” of unworn clothes (one jumpsuit) but 8 years is a long time not to wear something. That’s what I do but for a longer time and for a larger number of items, maybe about 10 -2 80s jumpers, 2 90s jumpers, the 80s fuchsia silk blouse, some dress-ups. All of those are back in rotation currently since 80s/90s is a “thing” again. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review---goal-6#post-2296712 Fri, 16 Dec 2022 21:11:45 +0000 Angie 2296712@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>&nbsp;"Grandma's Future Consignment General Store" &nbsp;sounds awesome :)</p> <p><b>Irina</b>, neither Greg nor I have stashes of unworn clothes anywhere. No holding zone and no storage. We live in a loft with very limited space! There is simply NO ROOM, other than two small closets, plus a make-shift coat closet made of a Chinese wedding cabinet. That's it!&nbsp;</p> <p>I don't sell my wardrobe items. I recycle items, and the rest goes to a few people who wear a similar size as me. Some items go to Dress for Success Seattle.&nbsp;</p> <p>Some items I keep a long time, and wear all the time! They absolutely wear out. Other items aren't worn for a year or two (or longer), and they look newer for longer.&nbsp;</p> <p>To answer your question, I aim to be a laser-precision shopper I edit regularly too. I do not feel that I over-edit.,</p> <p>Take my DVF jumpsuit. I haven't worn it for YEARS (8 years maybe?). I recently put it on, and had the hems shortened for very low heels. It's hardly been worn, so it looks new. It's an extremely impractical item to wear - but to quote hubs Greg, "looks spectacular"! &nbsp;So I'm keeping it. I will wear it at some point, and be thrilled that I kept it. It has a beautiful '70s integrity, that I will not tire of.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review---goal-6#post-2296710 Fri, 16 Dec 2022 21:05:25 +0000 Suz 2296710@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Irina,</b> first I want to say that I appreciate your focused year end reviews. I have a very long rambling review post in draft that is probably too much for one post -- yours is a much better strategy!&nbsp;</p> <p>Count me a serial donator! I do small edits of my closet seasonally and bin entirely worn out items while donating those that still have life in them, but not for me. Every five years or so, I seem to do a more serious and thorough edit, when I feel a lifestyle shift or bigger change in style direction.&nbsp;</p> <p>For donations, if items are vegan friendly and if I am going to be seeing my step daughter, I give first refusal to her.&nbsp; (She lives on a different continent, so that's infrequent now, alas). Otherwise, it goes to a local women's shelter. I used to take specific items to consignment but I have not done that in Victoria. Most consignment stores here want things that are less than 3. years old. I rarely get rid of items until after they hit the 5 year mark, and if I do let newer items go, it is usually because they are worn out. The occasional "mistake" could be resold, I suppose, but it sounds like a lot of work to go through for a small return.&nbsp;</p> <p>Having said all that, about half my current wardrobe consists of items I've had longer than 5 years -- and I still wear almost all of them! Admittedly, some get much less wear than others. Some are special occasion pieces -- I don't stress about those. (See&nbsp; Finds below). Others are beloved coats or dresses or jackets that just don't get a lot of wear but still suit my style preferences or have a strong nostalgic pull for some reason. I don't keep them if they don't fit, though. Only items that fit remain in the closet over time.&nbsp;</p> <p>Like you, I don't like the feeling of having a lot of unworn clothes in my closet. It overwhelms me and prevents me from feeling coherent in my style. So regular edits are really important. This year, having realized that such a large proportion of my wardrobe dates back more than 5 years, I am trying to do a more thorough edit. More on that, to come.&nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review---goal-6#post-2296707 Fri, 16 Dec 2022 20:53:02 +0000 chewyspaghetti 2296707@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’m a perpetual donator but due more to body changes than bad shopping. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review---goal-6#post-2296706 Fri, 16 Dec 2022 20:30:30 +0000 Jenni NZ 2296706@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I suppose by selling you might know that they go to the home of someone who appreciates them? Donating you don’t get that and you know you might be contributing to the terrible problem of secondhand clothing ending up in landfill of either Western countries or poorer countries?<br /> Even my donations for rag recycling feel problematic to me. I still do it except for something like bras which I send to landfill from here. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review---goal-6#post-2296703 Fri, 16 Dec 2022 19:58:42 +0000 phoebe 2296703@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Maybe set those things free to enjoy their existence in the home of someone who appreciates them and don't look back except with humor.</p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review---goal-6#post-2296702 Fri, 16 Dec 2022 19:45:36 +0000 Carla 2296702@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’m wearing out more things, but still donating a few. &nbsp;I’m finding most of my working wardrobe lasts 3-5 years, and basics rack up 50-60 wears quite easily. &nbsp;The 14 items below are older than 5 years - but none are in heavy rotation, and probably would be categorized as ‘classics’ - so don’t scream any particular era.&nbsp;<div><br /></div><div>FWIW, I lost 15 lbs between 2014 - 2018, and each year since finish the year 1 lb lighter than the one before. &nbsp;I suspect it may be the pattern of my old age, though I do work out to keep up my muscle mass. &nbsp;Garments that fit 8 years ago, wouldn’t serve today. &nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>I don’t have a ‘holding’ zone other than moving a garment to a bag for donation, and keeping that bag in a storage closet until it is full and ready for donation.<br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review---goal-6#post-2296698 Fri, 16 Dec 2022 19:18:26 +0000 Jenni NZ 2296698@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think I have become all 3 Irina!<br /> I put in Sally’s thread about being sentimental about past loved clothing and having too much of it when I gained weight. I eventually got more sensible about that and donated much of it. The really really loved items stayed but there were maybe 10 of them left from the 1980s and 1990s, some of which I am now incorporating back into outfits as they fit the zeitgeist better ATM. I only managed to sell one skirt through a vintage consignment store. 2-3 pair high heels went to Dress for Success.<br /> I do dislike our largest for-profit resale store (in NZ this is called Save Mart) as the owner has treated his workers poorly in the past. It smells bad in the store too. The actual charity thrift stores are smaller and smell better. I do use the Save Mart “clothing bins” for rag recycling as that is the only way to donate worn-out or ripped stuff for a second life. Worn-out shoes ( totally trashed) and bras I send to landfill myself so no-one else has to deal with them. I feel OK about that, they had really good wear.<br /> As my style doesn’t change much- like I do not like wider pants- I am trying to be a “laser-like precision shopper” and wear for a long time.<br /> Things I have just tired of that are still in good condition I try to donate to the true charity stores rather than Save Mart. But sometimes I let the dodgy owner have them because the clothing bin is easier to get at </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review---goal-6#post-2296697 Fri, 16 Dec 2022 19:14:56 +0000 Sal 2296697@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sounds a good plan Irina.</p> <p>I am somewhere in the middle. The only pieces I keep in my holding zone for long periods of time without wearing are evening and party dresses. I do have two old ball dresses, two brides maid dresses, and three or four other dresses that I don’t wear. It’s a nostalgic thing for me.</p> <p>Aside from this area I rarely have more than three things in my storage that are not just out of season. At the moment my winter things are stored away. I will reevaluate things in Feb/March.</p> <p>Exiting pieces that are still in good condition- I sell occasionally, donate and also gift to people. It’s not much at the moment because my shopping has improved. But there are mistakes - such as a dress I purchased second hand out of season and realised later that I would not wear it. Better to donate quickly than hold on. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review---goal-6#post-2296690 Fri, 16 Dec 2022 18:54:14 +0000 LJP 2296690@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I feel the same way regarding a stash of clothing that is put away and not being worn . What is the point? I have quite a lot of really good clothing - everything from blazers to pants , tops and especially coats / jackets from my former sales rep life that I don’t wear anymore . I keep thinking I’ll integrate them into my everyday casual looks but I don’t . I like them all well enough but they aren’t what I want to wear anymore . This is the first time in my life that I’ve been hesitant to do that final edit and get them out of my house . Prepping things for sale is too daunting a task , and I don’t want to be responsible for packing up and mailing and selling things . So I’m sort of stuck at the moment . I tend to over purge because I abhor clutter and full closets and too much of anything . Clothing in piles gives me anxiety . Having now written this , I think I’m ready for a final culling of my old work wardrobe . Could be something to get done when I’m off work for a week soon ! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review---goal-6#post-2296688 Fri, 16 Dec 2022 18:42:22 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2296688@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Perpetual holding zone, but you know that </p> <p>I had a decade in a different climate when my body was a different shape, so didn’t wear my things then. There are other items I bought in the 90s because they “looked like me” but I was scared to wear them. I’ve enjoyed them the last year or two.</p> <p>I’m shedding 2 dozen articles of clothing with move; over the last 5 years, I’ve bought 18/year (and sold/donated about 2 dozen 1 or 2 years ago). </p>