Jenni, I think it all depends upon in what way something feels forced. I don’t wear items that are physically uncomfortable, such as a knit that makes my skin itchy or poorly fitting shoes. Like your cream top, this was just a style preference. I do think keeping and using the item is less wasteful and also helps reinforce the lesson to be learned.
Carla, it sounds like your t-shirts are indestructible!
Rachy, that is a good point about having clothes that you are not precious about. My best friend has an exuberant puppy, so anything I wear when visiting needs to be robust or something I would not mind if it became a little distressed. It is always handy to have clothes that look fine but can be appropriate for those situations.
Sisi, I am glad your sandals get compliments and you have been able to wear them.
Janet, I can appreciate the benefit in wearing favourite clothes, especially when you have an extensive wardrobe, as I do. It really is a balancing act. With this knit, it is not what I really want, but definitely worth keeping and wearing for another year or two to wear it out and ultimately replacing with a better choice.
Star, I do that too, not wear something for a few years and then ultimately cycle back to it. It makes my editing decisions tricky and keeps my holding zone rather large.
Suntiger, when it comes to clothing that makes me feel uncomfortable, either physically or emotionally, then I too pass on them. For me it can be tricky to judge at times. For example I have a number of above the knee skirts that I have not been wearing much lately, preferring midi skirts. The question of keeping them or not is interesting as it is more for fashion rather than modesty that I am wearing them less.
Cardiff Girl, I think you have the balance right. I am hoping to repurpose more so that my fashion mistakes are lessened. YLF has helped me a lot with being more mindful with my purchases.
Indigo print, given this is a knit I don’t think I can chop the frill off as it would likely unravel the rest of the sleeve. Potentially I could detach the entire sleeve, as that is where the seam is, you have given me something useful to consider.
Brooklyn, you are amazing in how you find creative solutions to these problems. A good idea to practice the waist band alteration on a less loved skirt.
Merwoman, shortening hems on tops, particularly some of my summer t-shirts is a little project that would help make them more wearable.
Robin, your approach makes a lot of sense. My sewing skills are limited, so anything more complicated than hemming is likely to require a professional which comes at a cost.
Nikki, wow, that sounds like a great project.
Cat2, that is a good suggestion. For me, this is the only navy sweater I own, so I have no alternative to this if I want to wear a navy sweater. I know if I bought another, I would wear that, I am not quite disciplined enough to wear the less preferred item when I have a choice.
