This is my annual review of purchases and what is in my closet as of 12/2018. I did much better in 2018 with purchases because I am understanding my retirement wardrobe needs. Therefore, smarter purchases.

shoes - 9
bags - 2
tops - 37
pants - 1
jeans - 8
jackets - 1
skirts - 1
sweaters - 3
dresses - 6
undies ( pj's, bras, panties, socks) - 5

Total purchased in 2018 - 74

3 items from 2018 have already been removed from my closet. 2 tops that went to my neighbor (they fit her better) and a J Crew tencel top.

Total items in closet purchased 2014 through 2018 = 226
And here are the number of items remaining in my closet from these years.

Year - Purchased - Remaining
2014 - 83 - 13
2015 - 54 - 14
2016 - 103 - 42
2017 - 106 - 80
2018 - 74 - 71

My purchasing goal for 2018 was to have fun with whatever I purchase. I have done that with the exception of the 3 items purged soon after purchasing. My most exciting purchases are the new pant styles creeping into my closet, boot cut and flare legs. These mesh perfectly with my over the top number of tees. I am not sure where I want my style to head towards in 2019 but I am excited to find out.