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YouLookFab Forum » Topic: October Challenge Wardrobe Cull FINAL COUNT https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/october-challenge-wardrobe-cull-final-count Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 20 May 2026 05:32:54 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 <![CDATA[Search]]> q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php Staysfit on "October Challenge Wardrobe Cull FINAL COUNT" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/october-challenge-wardrobe-cull-final-count/page/2#post-1971756 Sun, 04 Nov 2018 13:36:59 +0000 Staysfit 1971756@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Well done Sterling! Changes in our lives are inevitable and often unpredictable. Hopefully, this edit will supply you with positive energy to handle whatever comes next. kkards on "October Challenge Wardrobe Cull FINAL COUNT" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/october-challenge-wardrobe-cull-final-count/page/2#post-1971655 Sat, 03 Nov 2018 20:21:24 +0000 kkards 1971655@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Sterling, you are an incredible, i love your energy, honestly and enthusiasm....congratulations on your closet review.  Anonymous on "October Challenge Wardrobe Cull FINAL COUNT" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/october-challenge-wardrobe-cull-final-count/page/2#post-1971650 Sat, 03 Nov 2018 19:59:43 +0000 Anonymous 1971650@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Ms Maven -- These closet/wardrobe purges are really hard emotionally.  It is not surprising you are having a hard time letting go.   Thank you, Fashintern and MaineLady -- I seem to be in the midst of some major life changes.  I am not sure what brought on these changes but I am mentally prepared to embrace them fully.   Elizabeth P -- time is a premium in our lives.  Try not to beat yourself up for not getting some things done.  I'm sure you are getting the things done in life that are important.   Stagiaire Fash on "October Challenge Wardrobe Cull FINAL COUNT" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/october-challenge-wardrobe-cull-final-count/page/2#post-1971545 Sat, 03 Nov 2018 09:40:10 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 1971545@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <div>What a wonderful post! It is so exciting to see someone else so excited and lifted up! </div><div> </div><div>I hear you on preferring different styles for different body types, and even more on the freedom of getting rid of so much stuff. There are some sweaters and boots I'm looking forward to getting, but mostly the immanent arrival of our stuff just feels like a burden of sorting through and finding places for things. </div><div> </div><div>What a fantastic set of life changes you are going through! </div> Mainelady on "October Challenge Wardrobe Cull FINAL COUNT" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/october-challenge-wardrobe-cull-final-count/page/2#post-1971542 Sat, 03 Nov 2018 09:28:18 +0000 Mainelady 1971542@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ BRAVA Sterling! While not an easy task, you showed strength, determination and stamina by seeing it through. I am so happy for you that all that effort resulted in you feeling liberated and focused on the future. Open roads....have fun exploring them! Elizabeth P on "October Challenge Wardrobe Cull FINAL COUNT" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/october-challenge-wardrobe-cull-final-count/page/2#post-1971398 Fri, 02 Nov 2018 19:48:43 +0000 Elizabeth P 1971398@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <div>Congratulations Sterling, this is awesome.  You are quite a motivation.  I wish I could get to the place you are...  </div><div> </div><div>As you know, I started the October challenge.  I had one great day, then another couple of hours (to go through shoes) the following weekend (which I still haven't posted about) and since then I've just had no time to think.  It's frustrating, and certainly does take up mental energy and space.  I had a small taste of what it must be like to do that clearing, and I do still want to get there. But I'm also tired of beating myself up for always wishing I had more time to "get things done".  I need to spend time on me, and my family and friends too!  </div> MsMaven on "October Challenge Wardrobe Cull FINAL COUNT" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/october-challenge-wardrobe-cull-final-count#post-1971396 Fri, 02 Nov 2018 19:29:19 +0000 MsMaven 1971396@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Thank you Sterling for being so open and sharing with us. Even though my closet has been full of stuff I don't love, I've had a hard time getting to it and letting go. I'm starting to understand why.  Thanks to all who have posted closet edit threads. I've found them to be useful and enlightening. texstyle on "October Challenge Wardrobe Cull FINAL COUNT" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/october-challenge-wardrobe-cull-final-count#post-1971389 Fri, 02 Nov 2018 18:27:52 +0000 texstyle 1971389@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Sterling - Yes, the wide heel is a problem for me too - that's why I *try* to find M widths that are on the wider end of the scale. No pointy toe or really even almond toes usually meet that criteria for me. For casual UGGS, some Eccos, Teva, Merrels and such usually work well for me in M width. For dressier I usually rely on Clarks. Munro has worked for me in the past too. Anonymous on "October Challenge Wardrobe Cull FINAL COUNT" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/october-challenge-wardrobe-cull-final-count#post-1971383 Fri, 02 Nov 2018 17:53:33 +0000 Anonymous 1971383@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Suntiger -- I agree that freeing up physical space frees up mental space as well.  I hadn't thought about all those objects representing "to dos," but that is exactly what they represent to me.  There is ALWAYS something that needs to be done.   LaP -- I really DO feel good about things.  It is a clean slate that I can build upon.  You are welcome, Kyle.  Best wishes on your future wardrobe decisions.   Bijou -- You will never know how helpful you were to me.  I think it was your first post that set me on the path.    I understand the jackets, TexStyle.  I did not edit or purge one single bag for the same reasons you mentioned regarding your jackets.  I love them and I do use them.  I am always so glad when the occasion warrants me pulling them out.   I buy mostly wide width shoes.   There are a few brands that I can wear medium (vionics), but generally I do need wide.  Sometimes this means I can step out of the heel, but paste those plastic things that grab and hold the heel in place.  Sadly there are not a lot fashionable shoes/booties that come in wide width.   Anonymous on "October Challenge Wardrobe Cull FINAL COUNT" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/october-challenge-wardrobe-cull-final-count#post-1971369 Fri, 02 Nov 2018 16:45:34 +0000 Anonymous 1971369@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Thats great freeing up physical space frees up mental space too. I read somewhere about objects all representing "to dos", whether maintenance or decisions to make, etc. So now less "to dos"! LaPed on "October Challenge Wardrobe Cull FINAL COUNT" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/october-challenge-wardrobe-cull-final-count#post-1971356 Fri, 02 Nov 2018 15:25:52 +0000 LaPed 1971356@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ WOW, that is a big sweep. Sounds like you will feel much lighter and more confident going forward.  Kyle on "October Challenge Wardrobe Cull FINAL COUNT" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/october-challenge-wardrobe-cull-final-count#post-1971350 Fri, 02 Nov 2018 14:59:56 +0000 Kyle 1971350@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Ghosts! What an interesting way to think of it. I have a lot of closet ghosts at the moment. Thanks for the inspiration. Bijou on "October Challenge Wardrobe Cull FINAL COUNT" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/october-challenge-wardrobe-cull-final-count#post-1971348 Fri, 02 Nov 2018 14:56:18 +0000 Bijou 1971348@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Stirling, congratulations you have achieved so very much this month, that is a massive purge. Thank you for the encouragement and support that you provided me with my closet edit too. It really helped to know that others face similar issues in editing their wardrobes. Angie on "October Challenge Wardrobe Cull FINAL COUNT" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/october-challenge-wardrobe-cull-final-count#post-1971344 Fri, 02 Nov 2018 14:26:25 +0000 Angie 1971344@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ *happy dance* texstyle on "October Challenge Wardrobe Cull FINAL COUNT" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/october-challenge-wardrobe-cull-final-count#post-1971315 Fri, 02 Nov 2018 12:34:16 +0000 texstyle 1971315@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <div>Well done Sterling! I have already done big purges a couple of times so at this point I only do mini purges, mostly things I'm tired of or that are just a little uncomfortable for some reason. The main things that take up room in my closet (and don't get worn often) are jackets. I love them but rarely have a chance to wear them. I'm not ready to purge those as most are classic and I use them a few times a year but I shouldn't add any more.</div><div> </div><div>Regarding shoes - I have somewhat wide feet but still often fit into a M width. I wonder if you do too, or do you always go for a W size? I have quite a few shoes (but mine are all casual) - some I've learned feel better with thin wool socks instead of thick socks, some I wear with very thin socklets. And those in wider styles I wear with regular sock thickness. I can't remember if you wear any sneaker style booties or shoes - SO many styles are available now, wonder if some might work for business casual... </div> Anonymous on "October Challenge Wardrobe Cull FINAL COUNT" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/october-challenge-wardrobe-cull-final-count#post-1971310 Fri, 02 Nov 2018 12:11:35 +0000 Anonymous 1971310@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Thank you, Brooklyn, CindySmith, Bridgie and Alexandra.  Angie -- Having a clean slate is more liberating than I ever could have imagined.  I intend to review and edit my wardrobe at least quarterly from now on.  I don't intend to become emotionally attached to my clothes any more either.  That was just crazy.  Good work, RobinF.   It was a very hard and yet rewarding challenge.   RobinF on "October Challenge Wardrobe Cull FINAL COUNT" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/october-challenge-wardrobe-cull-final-count#post-1971306 Fri, 02 Nov 2018 12:04:37 +0000 RobinF 1971306@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Good for you, I'm impressed! It is interesting to think of ghosts taking up space in your closet, that is exactly what it is but I had never thought of it that way. I have recently gotten rid of 4 huge bags and still have plenty in there that I am not wearing, it's crazy. I am going to go back and re-read all the October challenge posts and purge some more. Anonymous on "October Challenge Wardrobe Cull FINAL COUNT" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/october-challenge-wardrobe-cull-final-count#post-1971303 Fri, 02 Nov 2018 11:47:24 +0000 Anonymous 1971303@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Unfrumped -- This is nothing wrong with doing a closet purge bit-by-bit.  My problem is that when I took that approach I ended up keeping so many items that I couldn't bare to let go.  Those were the items I lovingly packed away.  Do re-read the October Challenge Posts.  They were pretty amazing!  I found tremendous inspiration in those posts.  I would still be on the treadmill of indecision if those posts hadn't inspired me.   Jessikams -- I will write more this weekend.  I am in the midst of a major life makeover.  Letting go of my earlier life was cathartic.  One major shift has been that I have stopped spending over 90 percent of my budget on work clothing and started buying more dressy casual and gear.  I also adjusted my budget to accommodate travel in 2018 and 2019.  I want to have the proper wardrobe to meet those needs.      unfrumped on "October Challenge Wardrobe Cull FINAL COUNT" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/october-challenge-wardrobe-cull-final-count#post-1971302 Fri, 02 Nov 2018 11:23:47 +0000 unfrumped 1971302@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Super post! I am still in the bit-by- bit and second- guessing mode. Many years I’ve had a short fall holiday with a whole day for wardrobe review and edit, but not this years, so I keep losing focus. Perhaps I’ll re- read posts for more inspiration, as yours is helping also. Jessikams on "October Challenge Wardrobe Cull FINAL COUNT" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/october-challenge-wardrobe-cull-final-count#post-1971293 Fri, 02 Nov 2018 10:34:44 +0000 Jessikams 1971293@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Wow! Would love to hear more about letting go of closet ghosts, and impact on life in general, if/when you feel like sharing more. Brooklyn on "October Challenge Wardrobe Cull FINAL COUNT" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/october-challenge-wardrobe-cull-final-count#post-1971235 Fri, 02 Nov 2018 03:32:06 +0000 Brooklyn 1971235@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Well done Sterling! I bet that feels very liberating. cindysmith on "October Challenge Wardrobe Cull FINAL COUNT" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/october-challenge-wardrobe-cull-final-count#post-1971232 Fri, 02 Nov 2018 03:25:59 +0000 cindysmith 1971232@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Wow, Sterling, you did great work! I know how hard it can be, so I'm proud of you! bridgie on "October Challenge Wardrobe Cull FINAL COUNT" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/october-challenge-wardrobe-cull-final-count#post-1971223 Fri, 02 Nov 2018 02:41:36 +0000 bridgie 1971223@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <div>Congratulations to my state sister (er, I mean daughter). You put so much</div><div> determination and effort into the challenge and it worked for you! </div> Alexandra on "October Challenge Wardrobe Cull FINAL COUNT" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/october-challenge-wardrobe-cull-final-count#post-1971215 Fri, 02 Nov 2018 01:05:16 +0000 Alexandra 1971215@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Good job, Sterling, yay for you! Angie on "October Challenge Wardrobe Cull FINAL COUNT" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/october-challenge-wardrobe-cull-final-count#post-1971194 Thu, 01 Nov 2018 22:29:54 +0000 Angie 1971194@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ *APPLAUSE* WELL DONE, Sterling.  I'm proud of you. You kept the momentum until you finished and that's impressive. No half measures and giving up. You created a CLEAN SLATE, and can start afresh. Liberating and empowering.   Sal on "October Challenge Wardrobe Cull FINAL COUNT" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/october-challenge-wardrobe-cull-final-count#post-1971190 Thu, 01 Nov 2018 22:09:57 +0000 Sal 1971190@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Oh gosh Sterling how stressful for the couple and for all the guests.  Mind you a perfect wedding does not dictate a happy marriage so I am pleased it all went well but sorry that you were unable to make it. I do agree that changing shapes does dictate our style preferences.   Anonymous on "October Challenge Wardrobe Cull FINAL COUNT" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/october-challenge-wardrobe-cull-final-count#post-1971180 Thu, 01 Nov 2018 21:11:25 +0000 Anonymous 1971180@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ LOL Jenni -- I never count shoes because I have the most boring collection of shoes imaginable.  My wide feet prevent me from wearing so many different styles that I never developed a love for shoes.  I do love and appreciate them on other women though.  I guess I live vicariously.   Thank you, Toban. It was much easier in October.  I must have finally made that mental leap.  No looking back for me.   Clothes were purged for a myriad of different reasons, Sal.  The predominant reason was indeed size.  Surprisingly, the weight loss also resulted in changes in style preferences.  I used to adore Eileen Fisher.  Now that line of clothing "feels" so oversized and sloppy to me.  I don't want oversized or sloppy any more.   The wedding is a LONG story.  Hurricane Michael had a major impact on the wedding and at the very last minute every single plan had to be changed.  It was supposed to be an outdoor wedding.  That proved to be impossible.  Travel plans were upset and people either arrived late or not at all.  Even the outdoor events were changed to accommodate the storm.  I didn't make it to the wedding, but I am told it was still beautiful.  Jenni NZ on "October Challenge Wardrobe Cull FINAL COUNT" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/october-challenge-wardrobe-cull-final-count#post-1971155 Thu, 01 Nov 2018 19:11:47 +0000 Jenni NZ 1971155@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ OK thank you. Goodness me- underpinnings, sleepwear. Those are uncounted for me as well. I am good at keeping those a long time and haven't overbought in them, I guess I don't find those that exciting. ( Nor does my poor husband about mine, I suspect). Comfort is key in all those for me. I hope you don't gain the weight again then, having got rid of the bigger lovingly packed up stuff. How could you not count shoes?!- one of my biggest categories. Toban on "October Challenge Wardrobe Cull FINAL COUNT" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/october-challenge-wardrobe-cull-final-count#post-1971153 Thu, 01 Nov 2018 19:09:34 +0000 Toban 1971153@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Awesome job! So very glad you feel relief and happiness. Sal on "October Challenge Wardrobe Cull FINAL COUNT" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/october-challenge-wardrobe-cull-final-count#post-1971152 Thu, 01 Nov 2018 19:00:46 +0000 Sal 1971152@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Well done Sterling!!  Looking forward is important.  I am not that way particularly about clothes but I have other things I cling onto representing the past. Was it mostly clothing that was too large that you removed, or have your style preferences changed? Unrelated - but I was wondering how your family weekend away in the cabin went?