In the last 10 years for the first time in my life, I had the means and time to indulge into fashion & shopping. I have done my analysis and reflected on the causes and reasons of such intense involvement. I will always love fashion and will continue following it with interest but this is the time of personal life style change.
What I do have now?

1. My wardrobe is on the larger size. I mostly wear natural fibers and with good care that I do, things last me long time. I started recording my purchases in 2018 and have 60% of what I bought that year and some older clothes. The main reason (and the most common one at this stage in life) for editing out - increase in size and body shape changes.

2. I don’t work now. It might change in the future to a part-time, volunteering but for now, I’m a retired person.

I’m so used to putting more effort into dressing for work and for occasional outings. I need to use my wardrobe more on a daily basis.

With this in mind, I have two goals for 2025 or more precisely, intentions:
Curate my wardrobe
Be more creative with what you have.

I love my clothes. I spent a lot of time and effort to have what I have. But I I should make sure that I get good use out my things. I don’t like getting rid of things because of rules (one in-one out, ## of wears). The only question I should ask myself is “Is it me or not?” I might have a few things I bought because I thought I should have them. When it comes to editing out, I do not donate my clothes. Unless there is a stain or damage, my clothes is not for a trash bin either. Unfortunately, I don’t have close friends with my size, I try to sell or give away for free. I’m planning on clearing my holding zone. I also want to evaluate and decide on what to alter to improve usefulness. I don’t want to rush and will work on this project through the year.

For the second intention, I started a more detailed approach - I’m taking photos when trying an item, saving more on Pinterest and doing more research. But the most important part is to remind myself to make an effort for those diminished opportunities to get dressed in something other than sweatpants.
Do I have any shopping goals? I have probably 4 HEWI items and would be happy if I find them. I also think about a lined wool coat. Mine are more structured and do not allow me to wear thicker knits under. But it’s a challenging purchase. If I buy a new one, I will be selling editing mine. But not before.

I have a couple of items on my shoe and bags wish list. Also, I’m into experimenting more with minimal jewelry and accessories But these are intended to enhance what I already have.

Overall, this year I’m into achieving the first two goals instead of adding more to my wardrobe.

Thanks to all who reached the end of this novel
Any suggestions and thoughts will be greatly appreciated.