Funny! I have the same sweater in black, light blue and oatmeal. I'm not a fan of oatmeal on me, but it was the first one I tried because it was reduced to less than $20. The oatmeal and black ones have been downgraded to loungewear. I'll try to hold at 4 for awhile;-)

Peri I love that insight ... Duplicate once but not twice .... Tat would be great for rut prevention!!

Great thread Carter, and I like the concept very much both from a fashion perspective and a holistic perspective.

I surely have enough in most aspects of my life, and while that does not mean I will stop consuming, I want my consumption to be mindful and add to my life.

And well done on the weight loss, that is great that you achieved that, You are looking great, 2016 will be an exciting and interesting year for you!

I really enjoyed reading your post and the comments. I need to figure out what enough means for me personally and love your idea of listing what you have enough of.

I need your weight loss secrets, Joy!

I enjoyed reading your post Carter. I am still sorting out my clothing needs 4 years after retirement. It is a process.
Living in a 4 season (more like 8 season) climate does mean more clothing. I have coats for every possible weather. Then there are the boots.

Carter, 'closet minutia' is always my thing!

I always enjoy reading through other people's processes. It always gives me a fresh perspective, to look at my own closet.

So it seems like you're set for tops, except for those summer-weight sweaters. And you're creating an entire capsule of summer-weight bottoms. Are you good for skirts? Or do you find you just don't wear or need them?

Right now, I would say I have 'more than enough', but I really love just about everything. I'm also with you on hanging stuff - if I can easily see what's in my closet, it keeps me from purchasing more of the same.

Up until a few days ago, I kept my cocktail and formalwear in a separate closet (with costumes and the stuff I listed on eBay). It occurred to me that, if I moved the fancy capsule into my main closet, it would force me to see what I have for dressier occasions. I've moved everything that isn't a period-specific costume, or a full-length formal gown, into my regular closet. Items that are waiting for me to take the weight back off (that I gained in 2015), are sitting in a bin in the closet, but I plan to hang those up in about five pounds**, whether or not they fit, so that I don't inadvertently buy a duplicate.

I really like the idea of having an 'I DON'T need...' list. I'm going to make one for myself. It will include: Black pencil skirts. Black high-heel shoes. Black jackets. Any jackets, really.

**I'm waiting on those five pounds, so that I'm not visually reproaching myself every time I open the closet door. If I'm close to fitting the outfit, it motivates me to keep at the exercise and healthy eating.

Also, I meant to add, if you ever need a second pair of eyes or want some company for shopping, let me know!

After losing weight, getting an entirely new wardrobe, menopause did a real number on me this past year. I definitely have enough and am on a shopping ban for this year. Upon looking over my blog for 2015, I realized that my Spring /Summer wardrobe is not up to par. Some of this is a direct result of the weight gain. I will see where my body is at that point in hopes of getting back into the smaller size before I make any purchases. This has been so frustrating after keeping the weight under control for two years. Even with the gain my Fall/Winter needs to be paired down and will happen after this season ends. I do think I will want to do a few additions with each season.