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Anyone up for a SYC challenge in January?

nemosmom

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I learned so much during Sal's SYC challenge earlier this year, that I want to do it again (plus my bank account could use the break). I thought January would be a great opportunity to try some new combos without adding any new pieces for a month.

Anyone want to join me?

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Joy

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I will probably pass as I may need some mid-winter refreshers and plan to hit the second hand stores hoping for some better quality than retail; and I want to do a closet purge. I will cheer you on from the sidelines.

Helena

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I am IN!!

nemosmom

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Joy - that's awesome! I can shop vicariously through you! I am excited to see what your thrifting turns up. Thank you for your support

TG - YAY!!! Can't wait to see your outfits!

NancyW

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I am finally going to do a YLF challenge. Still figuring out my new climate and adding in a part-time job, so this will provide the commitment to documentation. Thanks!

nuancedream

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I'm in too! My first YLF challenge. I'll have to dress for Seattle winter weatler and for a week in San Diego, my happy place to escape the Seattle winter weather.

rachylou

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I may hit the holiday sales, but then again, I may not... still, I don’t foresee a lot of shopping for the whole year. For sure, tho, I think it’s time to have a close look at all the old things in my closet...

slim cat

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I still want to hunt for bargains during "after christmas sales" ( rebuilding dressy/classic mini capsule ). I'll cheer on a side .

kkards

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I'm in. may try to up the challenge by not repeating any outfit in its entirety

Janet

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I am in.

ETA my closet is in really good shape, and I will be quite busy in the coming months with several exhibitions and other projects, so my creative energy will be best put to use that way, and in shopping my closet, rather than looking at new stuff. I will probably dial back my forum participation as well, but I’ll post with my progress later on.

nemosmom

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Nancy - glad to have you along! New climates and jobs can be tricky - I can't wait to see how the month shapes up for you!

Nuancedream - WOOHOO!

Rachy - taking time to assess what you have is what it's all about!

slimcat - happy to have your support!

kkards - THAT is exciting! I can't wait to see your WIWs! Good luck on the no repeats.

nemosmom

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Janet - we cross-posted. Have a great time with your other creative projects! Excited to see what you wore, when you return.

Synne

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Hum.. hum.. I feel like I already have done SYC for the last months, and I am anticipating adding new trousers and jackets to my wardrobe for spring! SYC is genious, really forces you to be creative and assess the inventory of ones wardrobe... I might join in. Or not. Looking forward to following y'all's progress!

bridgie

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Yes!!! I will post more later, but I am starting this moment rather than procrastinate. I will be back shortly as soon as I get hung up when I start shopping my closet. And I will check here for more posts with helpful hints to inspire me.

Susie

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Sorry I’ve been scarce lately but count me in! I just finished putting together a capsule of my favorite things and what I want to wear for 2 months. It’s the first time I’ve put together a true all inclusive capsule, from clothes to shoes and bags and accessories. I quite like it! I didn’t focus at all on purging but rather what do I love and want to wear. Quite liberating actually! If I need a refresher, I can shop from what didn’t get included. I’ve enjoyed having some time off to play in my closet again.
But if anyone has great ideas for spring and summer wardrobes for when it’s time to shop again, I’d love to get to a happy place with hot weather dressing too!

Stagiaire Fash

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What are the rules? New combos only?
If I can keep up the winter weight loss (10 down, 10 to 30 to go), I will have a whole new section of my closet to play in.

Style Fan

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I am going to pass. There are so many great pieces out there that I like and that does not happen very often. And we are going to major shopping centres in the next month.

nemosmom

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Synne - join as much or as little as you like! There are no rules!

Bridgie - yay!

SUsie - oof, I don't want to think about spring/summer Hot weather is the hardest for me to dress for! I love your idea of a 'favorites' capsule for the next two months! What did you include? Did you move the rest of your less-loved pieces out of your closet?

FI - I'm not imposing any rules for anyone; for myself it's no shopping for the month of January and challenging myself to wear pieces I haven't worn yet this season. I looked back at my WIWs and I've been wearing the exact same 38 pieces since before October. No wonder I feel like I'm in a rut!

StyleFan - Shopping at the centres sounds amazing - and your wardrobe is really clicking lately! Can I shop vicariously through you??

Roxanna

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I’m in too! I’m on pause with my shopping and I want to wear all the things I love in my closet... so this is perfect! Excited to be joining

cindysmith

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I probably NEED to join in, because I just bought clothes even though I feel like my wardrobe is in a good place. I need help LOL

nemosmom

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Roxana - yay! Excited to see your luxe looks next month!

Cindy - I am in the same boat. I don’t want to shop ANY more until I wear what I have!

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I definitely could use some things for winter still, but I don't tend to shop much in cold weather. We'll see.

Sal

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I might watch from the sides. I had a ban for November and December so I am ready to look out for a couple of pieces. I have two dresses that might only get a couple more wears each due to wearing out so I am going to eye replacements.

I do find the ban for a month really useful to focus on what is and isn’t working.

Kari

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Yes. My wardrobe is in great shape so unless something changes, the only clothing purchases I’ll make from January-June will be sports bras/bras, a rain jacket for hiking to replace the one I lost, and potentially replacement running shoes if I need them.

Jaime

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Well I definitely plan to shop my coat closet in January. It is just cold enough for me to wear all my coats and the last thing I need is to add anything new. But I can't completely promise to give up something amazing at the thrift store .

Jenni NZ

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I think I might try NM. Hopefully the underwear on my wish list, which may go on sale, wouldn’t break it would it?!

Liesbeth

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I love seeing others do this, but I already have a shopping trip with my friend planned so will pass

notsaf

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Ok, I'm in! AND I'll also *try* to remember to take daily WIW's during the month as well!

Helena

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Nemosmom, your observation about wearing the same pieces and feeling in a rut had me doing some counting. I wore a total of 33 pieces this December (this includes what I plan to wear the next couple of days) - including accessories, shoes, purse and outerwear. I'd be surprised if I wore many different pieces in November.

This also accommodates two trips the the theatre, Xmas eve and day, NYE, and a coupld of evening outings with friends. I have not been a bit bored yet (maybe no time to be bored?)

I'm really curious to see if I choose different pieces in January and if boredom kicks in. Thanks SO much for starting this; it's going to be such an interesting learning experience!

nemosmom

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Suntiger - yay!

Sal - yes! I am hoping to find focus! Good luck finding your replacement dresses!

Kari - Yay! You already have your list planned for the first half of the year?! That is fantastic!

Shevia - you could make exceptions for thrifting. Let's see those toppers!

Jenni - undies should not count!

Liesbeth - oooh another fabber to shop vicariously through! Have fun with your friend!

notsaf - yay! You have an enviable wardrobe. Excited to see your WIWs!

TG - 33 for a month seems like a really workable number. And my goodness, you've spanned so many different types of occasions! I found myself feeling like I had been repeating outfits and boredom browsing, (which I know usually leads to buying) and I had to put the brakes on. Last January/February I hit that deep winter slump where I hated everything in my closet and I have to wonder if it's because I wasn't forcing myself to get creative with lesser-worn pieces...?

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