https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-in-your-holding-zone Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 16 Apr 2026 21:15:33 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-in-your-holding-zone/page/2#post-2182404 Fri, 26 Mar 2021 00:00:07 +0000 smittie 2182404@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I ain’t got nuthin’ in my holding zone!</p> <p>I’ve just been wearing everything, and those things are mostly sweats! Gotta say, my favourite sweats are Roots. I share with my teenage daughter.</p> <p>Looking to branch out to some “real” clothes this spring though. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-in-your-holding-zone/page/2#post-2182379 Thu, 25 Mar 2021 22:47:33 +0000 cat2 2182379@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hmm, I have two giant baskets, one for donations and one for rags. Before I put things away after laundry, I check to make sure they don’t belong in one of the baskets! I also cull through everything once a year when I am switching for the seasons. I keep everything in good shape and within a size in the out of season closet with my event wear. My out of season closet also holds the pieces that need to be mended or hemmed. My in season closet has only in season pieces that fit. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-in-your-holding-zone/page/2#post-2182367 Thu, 25 Mar 2021 21:49:48 +0000 Anonymous 2182367@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a couple levels of holding zone: <ul> <li>Stuff I’m selling on Poshmark. I only sell relatively unworn priced items from recognizable brands because I’ve found the work isn’t worth it otherwise.&nbsp;</li> <li>Stuff I’m giving away to friends and family - anything in good condition but not right to resell for whatever reason. In non-pandemic times I wouldn’t bother trying to sell so much and would just bring bags of everything to clothing swaps, but we haven’t been able to swap for a year.&nbsp;</li> <li>Stuff that needs to be repaired or repurposed.&nbsp;</li> <li>Stuff I might use as a backup wardrobe at one of my partners’ homes when they move to a nearby city, but I can’t decide whether I really will want to wear non faves over there.&nbsp;</li> </ul> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-in-your-holding-zone/page/2#post-2182338 Thu, 25 Mar 2021 19:48:24 +0000 Vildy 2182338@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>feel comforted to hear Shevia say, "</p> <p>I also hold on to jeans and trousers in a range of sizes because fit can change weekly on my small, short frame."&nbsp; &nbsp;I have exactly this issue.&nbsp; Even five pounds makes a difference and ten pounds is dramatic. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-in-your-holding-zone/page/2#post-2182316 Thu, 25 Mar 2021 18:46:13 +0000 notsaf 2182316@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>La Ped, living in a true four season climate is a real challenge! Because, let's be honest, every single day in New England is different: it's like a 365 season climate, or even more, since mornings and middays and nights are so different.</p> <p>I'm lucky to have a closet that is the right size for my wardrobe, so I don't do seasonal switches except in terms of where things hang for ease of access. Being able to have everything in one place makes a real difference. For the time being I am hanging on to and hanging plenty of things that don't get worn very often (dressy things; party things; etc.), but they are in their own "sections" of the closet (i.e. hung or boxed together) rather than in a holding zone. When it comes time to get dressed up again, if I pull any of that out and find it doesn't fit or flatter or suit me, I'll pass it along. Same for seasonal items. I definitely still think of all of those things as part of my wardrobe.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-in-your-holding-zone/page/2#post-2182312 Thu, 25 Mar 2021 18:22:37 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2182312@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>LaPed, wow! That is great. And they’ve been at it for 30 years! I need to find someplace like that here. We intended to use H&amp;M’s, but that hasn’t been available during lockdown (most of the past year).<br /> About kids growing &amp; growing—I hope mine is done! His 6’2”+ makes his mama look like a shrimp! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-in-your-holding-zone/page/2#post-2182299 Thu, 25 Mar 2021 17:58:35 +0000 Barbara Diane 2182299@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a lot of clothes that are smaller than my current size, but realistically can see wearing again, in my holding zone. Clothing that is too big is waiting for donation. I also have sentimental clothing in a separate place. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-in-your-holding-zone/page/2#post-2182295 Thu, 25 Mar 2021 17:28:43 +0000 LaPed 2182295@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>FI, there's a regional company here:&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="https://ecosmithrecyclers.com/">https://ecosmithrecyclers.com/</a>. Their backstory is interesting... the family used to run a town transfer station and couldn't believe the amount of clothing/shoes being tossed in the trash. So they decided to figure out what to do about it and started a business.&nbsp;None of their bins are super convenient to where I live, but I keep a bag in the car and drop it off if I'm heading in that direction anyway.</p> <p>Several of the local town transfer stations have tried to do textile recycling, but have found the costs of running such a program too high to keep it up. Low population density problems!</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-in-your-holding-zone/page/2#post-2182288 Thu, 25 Mar 2021 17:09:00 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2182288@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Where do you recycle textiles?<br /> I think you’re the first person I’ve seen on here say they have my same feeling about stepping out in obviously all-new duds I’m not one for intentionally distressed items (and am SO not into brand-spankin’ new stuff that was bought distressed) and would not intentionally rub dirt on a new item, but I feel so much better once things are a little broken in. That’s when they start to feel like mine. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-in-your-holding-zone/page/2#post-2182231 Thu, 25 Mar 2021 14:56:56 +0000 LaPed 2182231@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Helena -- I hear you on getting rid of things just when they might be useful again! I'm going to give the breton tops a few more months/half a year and see if I reach for them. I'd thought I'd be excited to pair them with the dusty blush jeans, but I keep reaching for this oversized unisex one instead. Trying to suss out whether the issue is fit, seasonality, or more to do with colour/contrast. In any case, it's worth hanging onto them in case my mood changes (it probably will!). </p> <p>I'll try to remember to post a before/after whenever I get around to dealing with the denim jacket.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Jaquez -- it's totally two sides of the same coin isn't it? So fun to see old pieces in a new light, but so frustrating to have things fall into neglect. It's all such a balancing act.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-in-your-holding-zone/page/2#post-2182229 Thu, 25 Mar 2021 14:49:27 +0000 LaPed 2182229@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm impressed by folks like <b>Synne</b>, <b>Angie</b>,&nbsp;<b>notsaf</b>&nbsp;and <b>bella</b>, who know exactly what to get rid of and when to get rid of it! I am far too indecisive and too much of an overthinker. I don't feel a strong emotional attachment to most of clothes, and easily risk overdoing it with closet cleanouts (especially because I'm in a four-season climate, where a lot of things are only useful 3 months out of 12).&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Sal</b> and <b>JAileen</b>, the bretons are tricky! They're in the HZ because there is a good chance that I'll want them again. But what I've noticed over the past year is that the one breton I really reach for is one with long sleeves and a crewneck. I don't feel like actively shopping for them right now, but wouldn't say no to replacements if they turned up.</p> <p><b>Fashintern</b> -- I can't wait until my son is only outgrowing a few things here and there! Right now it's an endless cycle. I think hanging onto things 'til you've settled into a new place is smart. I've gotten rid of *a lot* every time I've moved, and I kind of wish I hadn't.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>lisap</b>, <b>Rachylou</b>, and <b>sloper</b> -- I think having a small pared-down "office-y" section makes a lot of sense. I got rid of a lot of office-y stuff last year. One thing I noticed last year when I started WFH a year ago is that that 99% of my "nice" pants were magnets for dog hair. Why is that?! Out the door they went.&nbsp; &nbsp;</p> <p><b>nemosmom</b>, your HZ approach does sound very similar to mine. "Fallen out of favor" is a good way to put it. I don't think I'd have the bandwidth to put all my unworn clothes in a holding zone and try to shop from it. I'd probably end up wearing the same outfit every day out of laziness. :D&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Runcarla</b>, your thought process sounds so similar to mine! Tired outerwear and not-quite-right shoes are things I'm very familiar with.</p> <p><b>Bonnie</b>, I agree that outerwear is difficult because it takes up a lot of space yet retains its utility even if it's not perfect. Harder and more expensive to replace than jeans, tops, etc.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>suntiger, Janet&nbsp;</b>and <b>Mary Beth</b>, size fluctuations seems like a good reason to hang onto a few pieces at the edges of your size range. I often run into having pieces that still fit the way they used to, but it's no longer the way I want things to fit. I tend to hang onto these, because the pendulum almost always swings back eventually. Every slouchy phase will be followed by a tailored phase, and vice versa...</p> <p><b>Style Fan</b> -- oh no, the Kamm pants don't fit anymore! I hope you find a good home for them. I totally understand keeping sentimental pieces and souvenirs, and if you have the space, why not?</p> <p><b>Karie</b> -- Pandemic plus retirement seems like a good time to let go of dressy things if you have a lot of them. My dressy options are minimal, so I tend to hang onto them for the rare occasion.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>N</b> -- a go-bag sounds like a smart way to use rarely-worn clothing. The recent seismic activity in Japan must be stressful. Hugs to you.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Shevia</b> -- your method sounds like the most fun!&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Vildy</b> -- your ongoing style swap sounds wonderful. Great way to keep things fresh without feeling wasteful.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Joy</b> -- luckily our thrift/consignment stores are open here. I take a few bags several times a year, as 7yo DS is constantly outgrowing things these days! He is smaller/younger than most of our friends' kids, so I don't have anyone to hand them down to at the moment.</p> <p><b>Irina </b>-- even your mistakes sound so very stylish!&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Jenn</b>, I try to evaluate during seasonal switches too, but it can be so tricky. We're in that weird part of spring where it's *almost* warm enough some days for bare wrists and ankles, but not quite. There's still snow on the ground, it's too muddy for anything but boots, and stepping into the shade is like stepping into a walk-in cooler. It makes it very hard to figure out what to wear, because warm weather clothes feel too bare and cold weather clothes feel like too much.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Cardiff girl</b>, I'll be curious to see where your style evolution takes you. I fully agree with you here:<i>&nbsp;l think spending some time contemplating why things are not being worn is a good thing and hopefully helps minimise waste and erroneous purchases. </i>This is exactly why I hang onto things for a bit; I always want to see if the reason I'm not wearing them has an easy solution. It can also be a good way to find out if you can do without certain things you'd thought were essential. <i><br /></i><br />I think I have a really high tolerance for wear and tear and may be a bit of an outlier in this regard. I'd feel a bit extravagant getting rid of things with barely-visible pinholes, and am generally happier if those pieces can have a second act, even if it's only a summer of hanging out on the beach. I also feel quite self-conscious if I'm the only person at a gathering wearing like-new clothes, and pretty much always pair newer with older. The merino dresses, for instance, have little holes at the neckline and sleeves, but most of the time I layer a pullover on top of them anyway; I'm putting them away for S/S, but there's a good chance that I'll be happy to wear them again in the fall, with layers that make the wear and tear irrelevant. Large stains, real holes, fabric that's stretched out or pilled to the point of discomfort is another story, and those things go straight to the rag bag or textile recycling.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-in-your-holding-zone/page/2#post-2182226 Thu, 25 Mar 2021 14:43:48 +0000 jacquez 2182226@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I tend to put things in a holding zone (a rack in my closet) and then forget about them, sometimes for years. Which can be nice -- I'll suddenly remember the rack and find an old friend -- but doesn't really help with wardrobe management!!&nbsp;</p> <p>I realized today as I was getting dressed that there's a drawer on my dresser I haven't opened in months -- it holds most of my nicer knit tops, but I have worn only my button-ups and tshirts for a long time. Will I go back on those once I'm out and about more? I have no idea!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-in-your-holding-zone#post-2182199 Thu, 25 Mar 2021 13:39:28 +0000 Helena 2182199@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great thoughts ... I agree with others about keeping the bretons ... I JUST got rid of a few in the same style, fitted, bracelet sleeve, boat neck, because I thought they were a bit dated, but now that high waists and wider legs are gathering steam, I can see that they might have had a place in the next few seasons *sigh*</p> <p>I hear you on the white jean jacket too - I have one that I never wear because it's *too* white ... can't wait to see how your dye project turns out! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-in-your-holding-zone#post-2182176 Thu, 25 Mar 2021 11:46:38 +0000 Anonymous 2182176@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the burgundy dress a lot!<br /> My hz is pieces that don't currently fit- bras , bikinis, a couple pants, a couple skirts, and a couple dresses. But the scale is moving, so those things could fit within the next few months. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-in-your-holding-zone#post-2182161 Thu, 25 Mar 2021 07:33:26 +0000 bella 2182161@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don't have a holding zone, either. I have realized that I make the decision to let go of something in my head first. The physical act of removing the item from my closet happens much later, and in the meantime, I have reflected on it, so my decision is final. Once it is removed from my closet, it usually finds a new home relatively quickly.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-in-your-holding-zone#post-2182160 Thu, 25 Mar 2021 05:14:07 +0000 Sloper 2182160@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Again I agree with <b>RachyLou</b>!</p> <p>Bins of sweaters and office wear.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>I did donate most of my office clothes to Dress for Success and Good Will after I stopped working, but still have some things left.</p> <p>And just way to many sweaters for a southern California lifestyle.</p> <p>Our house is from the 1920's so the closets are small - not much room for holding and not much room for big purge/try-on sessions. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-in-your-holding-zone#post-2182156 Thu, 25 Mar 2021 04:43:31 +0000 rachylou 2182156@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think a holding zone collection is smart!</p> <p>I do and do not have a holding zone. I don’t have anything I want to give away, but maybe not. However, I do have bins of sweaters and office wear that I’m reluctant to give away, but probably should... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-in-your-holding-zone#post-2182145 Thu, 25 Mar 2021 03:41:08 +0000 Janet 2182145@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Interesting, because I don’t use a holding zone for worn out, unflattering or unworkable pieces — I use it for those for which I don’t have an immediate need but I like well enough to see if they become useful again. But hey, my life holds surprises — from ranch life to inaugural balls and charity events, so who knows what will happen when the world opens back up! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-in-your-holding-zone#post-2182140 Thu, 25 Mar 2021 03:29:40 +0000 notsaf 2182140@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love hearing about all you pieces, but I'm like Angie these days and don't have a holding zone. She has taught me to be pretty ruthless about saying goodbye to things that are worn out, unflattering, or uncomfortable. That's a big change for me! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-in-your-holding-zone#post-2182138 Thu, 25 Mar 2021 03:21:27 +0000 Anonymous 2182138@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have one small suitcase with a few things that need mending...mine and DH’s. I do have several bags and boxes waiting for thtiftstores and consignment to open to receiving donations and 3 or 4 pair of booties with a small heel because they look good and fit well and I may need just that color for a dressy occasion, but have decided that if I can sell them, they will go. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-in-your-holding-zone#post-2182135 Thu, 25 Mar 2021 03:14:19 +0000 Jaime 2182135@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hmm. I don't really know how to answer. My personal wardrobe is a combination of current and vintage pieces. I tend to hold on to the the vintage pieces and consign or donate the current pieces that I decide are no longer me. The vintage pieces I either sell or move to to be sold - a vast collection of its own. I also hold on to jeans and trousers in a range of sizes because fit can change weekly on my small, short frame.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-in-your-holding-zone#post-2182134 Thu, 25 Mar 2021 02:45:33 +0000 Mary Beth (formerly LBD) 2182134@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My current holding zone is all the favorite pieces that I outgrew during the pandemic.&nbsp; It's 90% multi-seasonal, because I live in Georgia, and hope to get back to see family in Florida later this year.</p> <p>I'm going to give myself until August to see where I get in my (newly) renewed dedication to fitness, and then start making some decisions.&nbsp; &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-in-your-holding-zone#post-2182132 Thu, 25 Mar 2021 02:40:35 +0000 Sal 2182132@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Coming back to say I agree with JAileen re the Bretons.&nbsp; I do like them for travelling and the cool breezes of spring and fall here.&nbsp; I am a bit sick of my two as well but I think I would be lost without them.</p> <p>(my ones aren't true Bretons with a boat neck - ironically I wish they were!) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-in-your-holding-zone#post-2182122 Thu, 25 Mar 2021 01:39:34 +0000 JAileen 2182122@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your Bretons are in good condition? &nbsp;I’d keep them if I were you. &nbsp;I always wear mine when I travel. &nbsp;It looks good with jeans or my ubiquitous nylon hiking pants. &nbsp;Add a scarf and voila - I look presentable! &nbsp; :)<div><br /></div><div>I don’t have a holding zone, exactly, but I have a pile of stuff on the dining table to donate. &nbsp;I have a couple sweaters that I keep adding and removing from the pile. &nbsp;</div><div><br /></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-in-your-holding-zone#post-2182118 Thu, 25 Mar 2021 01:26:00 +0000 Carla 2182118@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have had to ‘force’ myself to find reasons to wear the boots in Finds below. &nbsp;Neither pair are good for the kind of walking DH and I do, and there haven’t been the occasions for ‘dressier’ footwear. &nbsp;Every time I wear the tall boots, Angie points out they are too big around the calf! but I&nbsp;haven’t found replacements (and haven’t been looking too hard.) &nbsp;I’m more comfortable in the rounded toe of a combat boot or sneakers. &nbsp;Honestly, I keep these boots in case I have to attend a funeral in winter &nbsp;otherwise they would be&nbsp;<i>gone!</i></p> <p>The black trench is a much loved piece that I have to baby, and I’m not quite ready to let it go. &nbsp;The red puffer has been in and out of donate and currently lives in the hallway closet. &nbsp;I’ve worn it&nbsp;<i>so very much&nbsp;</i>in the past &nbsp;three years that I’m a little tired of it - but it’s the perfect weight for the changeable weather of early spring. &nbsp;It will spend the summer in the basement storage closet, and I’ll see how I feel about it next winter. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-in-your-holding-zone#post-2182085 Wed, 24 Mar 2021 23:19:58 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2182085@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, if people mean things they’ve already decided on moving out, then we’ve got quite a bit—probably one big trash bag, although it’s divided into two smaller bags based on whether I think I’m likely to get money for it. Trying to remember what’s in the “sell” bag—an orangey/rust-colored western-style shirt, a different size of my red flare pants that I didn’t send back in on time, grey silk joggers, a couple Esprit shirts I bought for my son &amp; he didn’t want (thought he’d give in if they hung around long enough—hah!). A lovely sweater that he’s outgrown. Two pairs of pants he’s outgrown before ever wearing them. The other bag is pretty much all Hollister stuff he’s outgrown. </p> <p>In holding zone as deciding space, I have these pants that I got 2.5 years ago. I know they are all too big, but wore the jeans recently on a day when I felt bloated &amp; fat. By the time I got to PT that night, I pulled them off over my hips without unfastening them. Idk what I’m “deciding” on there—that’s more extra size than I want to allow with my weight fluctuations. In my head though, (even though I know it isn’t objectively true) I’ll always be a fat oaf. When I told the PT that, he snort-laughed. I probably should move the pants to the “sell” bag. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-in-your-holding-zone#post-2182077 Wed, 24 Mar 2021 22:56:47 +0000 Cardiff girl 2182077@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><u>This is really interesting for me right at this moment.l</u>&nbsp;tend to keep things for a very long time and only get rid of things that are no longer wearable. However recently l have felt abit of a style shift coming on so am holding a larger holding zone than is normal for me .l still hesitate to get rid of things that are wearable paticularly at the moment when life is far from normal but have found my style app very useful in that it will back up my intuition about what I haven’t been wearing over the last two years.Being able to sell some stuff as well has helped ease the pain of letting go!<br />currently my holding zone is 42 pieces big.Not all of this will go,some will be altered or dyed and some will make its way back into my wardrobe however l find separating these pieces from my wardrobe helps me to think more clearly about them.l never go straight from wardrobe to bin or donate.l think spending some timecontemplating why things are not being worn is a good thing and hopefully helps minimise waste and erroneous purchases. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-in-your-holding-zone#post-2182076 Wed, 24 Mar 2021 22:55:23 +0000 Anonymous 2182076@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Holding zones have never proven worthwhile to me , although I still have one . Right now it’s just the end of a rod in one closet or another where dressy or very “ corporate “ items that rarely get worn hang until I decide to pass them on . This is just a waste of space and mental energy and I’m done with this practice . I’m posting my own mega purge story shortly . </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-in-your-holding-zone#post-2182075 Wed, 24 Mar 2021 22:55:01 +0000 Style Fan 2182075@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have several large plastic boxes that I would call my holding zone.&nbsp; Many of the clothes I store in the boxes have sentimental value, and I can't say good-bye to them.&nbsp; I have a beautiful denim maxi skirt with golden yellow batik pieces in it from Spain.&nbsp; There is a slit that goes halfway up the thigh.&nbsp; I don't wear things like that anymore.&nbsp; Twenty years ago, I did.&nbsp; But it holds a lot of memories.<br />I also have several Sarah Pacini pieces that don't really date.&nbsp; Her clothes are really not in fashion or out of fashion.&nbsp; But I don't have that kind of life anymore.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br />There are some pieces that no longer fit me.&nbsp; My Jesse Kamm pants are probably two sizes too big now.&nbsp; I probably should sell them.&nbsp; I haven't gotten around to doing that.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br />Fortunately, we have the space to store these things.&nbsp; I am editing as much as I can.&nbsp; I have a huge box ready to be donated as soon as places are open. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-in-your-holding-zone#post-2182068 Wed, 24 Mar 2021 22:02:47 +0000 N 2182068@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Right now I don't even have a functional closet let alone a holding zone but once I do I might shift some of my old things into there. Though actually I'm going to need a few older pieces as gardening wear and some to pack into our emergency bags (for natural disasters such as earthquakes. I live in the area that suffered from the Tsunami in 2011 and we've had 2 pretty big ones in the last month. They have been making people feel nervous round here). I actually have never packed myself spare clothes, only for the kids, because I never had anything spare! From my closet I think i'll only save maybe 5-6 pieces, the rest will be put to other use. If I can alter a piece then maybe can save another one. </p>