Una, you really hit on something here. I so identify with that unrealistic idea of someday being "done" with my wardrobe. During most of last year (my first year on YLF) I bought and purged clothes like a woman possessed, and I know I was thinking that this would somehow "finish" the job once and for all and then I could just settle down and stop tinkering with my closet. It was the same thinking I've been having about naming my style. If I could just label my style with the right name, the issue would be resolved once and for all.

I think one advantage of accepting that the process is ongoing is that we learn to make wiser choices. We don't feel as compelled to buy everything we see, thinking that one item will make all the difference and "complete" our wardrobe. I'm learning this as well. We don't have to be in such a rush.

It's ok if there's no end in sight.

Una, I am very late commenting but I have been reading along the past couple of days really appreciating your thoughts and everyone's comments.

For me I have been in love with fashion since I was a little girl and when I started my first part time job all my money went on clothes, and then when I started full time work all my money went on clothes!! (see a pattern). Now that I am much more grown up (he he) I have a budget So clothing and dressing has always been a priority, however at times I struggle with the amount on effort and time I focus on this area of life, particularly in the face of people who see it as frivilous and not important. However I do see it as an outlet, and expression of who I am and a very fun hobby. I see at as ongoing process and enjoy what it refelects about us as we grow, develop and experience life.

Funny thing today tho, was that I was getting dressed for work and looking in my closet thinking "I don't NEED anything... my closet is working, I feel good" Soooo what did I just do at lunch time??? Bought a tunic and a blouse lol. Do I need them? Not really. Are they good additions to my wardrobe? I think so. Did I have fun? YES