i kinda have the same problem but with coctail dresses *scoffs* and i don't go out lol they so pretty and just strickly evening wear that im left with blahs casual style i usually invest a lot in this dresses
but to tell the truth INSTYLE have been helping me with rethinking how to shop and not splurg i think wearing multiple outfits a day is just plain nonsence i think you need to think which one *the oldest* you should let it go to someone who might need it (charity) and leave the ones that truly compliment u cuz i can't say stop shopping cuz that's like a nightmare to me so just stick with classics when u shop and just a item on trend to not splurg

Lyn I missed you soooo much!!!

Plz dont purge any of your fab finds.
I would cry so much if you did that!!!!

Rotate your clothes every month or so.
But dont give them up.
You have me wondering , how do you wear dress in this cold weather. I would love to but waiting for bus would freeze me

I say keep 'em all and if they only get worn 3 times a year each, so what?! I have plenty of things I love that see just about that amount of use. And that is just fine with me, as long as I have the space to store and the money to buy it

Sure, the idea is not to throw out something you love, but to find the balance of where your things are fun and not a burden--whether psychological or otherwise. Your OP indicated you might have some concerns about not wearing things you have. Even though it has been an exhortation "wear what you have!", I think even that is based on the "usual" situation, which is that many people begin to feel some angst or regret about things being stored and not worn and so those clothes are no longer part of the fun. The key is, that isn't always true, and not always true for every kind of not-worn item, so again, there's no law that you have to wear everything, and it's not a problem if it isn't bothering you not to do so! But if it is, then some kind of change would be needed--change your wardrobe, or change your thinking! Pretty basic.

Well, my wardrobe will never compete with yours for size or fabulousness, but here are my suggestions as a fellow in the trenches with you.

(1) My first year as a house officer was the first summer I did not tan. You can spend so much time in the hospital during daylight hours that you lose track of what time of year it is. One antidote is to divide your wardrobe into 4 separate seasonal capsules. I'm wearing pink and florals? It must be spring. Navy and stripes? It's summer, even if I can't see or feel it. Etc. You might want to swap them out more often eg your monthly rotation, but at least this will give some shape to when you wear your things.

(2) Those people making comments about their own scrubs are just jealous of how pulled-together you are. Don't sink to meet the lowest common denominator!

(3) Definitely bring a second fab outfit to wear the day after the night on call. You need the psychic boost it gives you, even if it doesn't replace the sleep you missed. I always take my overnight bag and plan ahead for comfort, colours flattering to my skin tone after sleep deprivation (lipstick helps too), and I challenge myself to come up with 2 separate outfits that look completely different but work with the same shoes, coat and bra.

(4) Unless you're tired of stuff or feel it's outdated, don't get rid of fab stuff that you love for no reason. The time will come when you have opportunity for a more dressy life, and also less time to shop (kids?) so remember you're still in a state of flux.

As far as the incoming goes though--maybe you can find a different way to spend your mad money?

@ Rayma - I have a 1.5 km walk to get to the subway-thingy; and then 1/2 block walk after that. It's not really that far, and the colder it is, the faster I walk (haha). I make sure I have boots with really good grip (falling is so not fab) and fleece-lined tights if I need them. Right now, I have been just wearing regular tights. I also wear long jackets, so they are quite warm! + Furry hat is a must! Keep my head warm!

@ L'Abeille - Yay! Thanks for your thoughts as a sister in the trenches I used to think being a house officer would be so cool, now I know it's just sleep deprivation. I definitely bring lipstick and a flattering blush for rounds the next morning. If I'm especially rebellious, I wear a lipstick that's a bit more funky than I would normally - I figure no one is gonna bug me about it when I'm post-call. *snarl*

I vote shopping hiatus--keep what you love and wear it to bits! Those purchases are all gorgeous. You're Canadian too, right? Would love to know your sources/brands. I love your taste and style.

@ Ariadne - I subscribe to Angie's mantra of "leave no retail stone unturned" - I frequently shop online, so it might not help you to know the sources too much.

My Canadian favourites are:
- Rickis (Cardigans, Dresses, Work Attire, Accessories)
- Smart Set (Tops, Basics, Accessories)
- Reitmans (Accessories)
- Flurries (Footwear)
- SoftMoc (Footwear)
- Winners (Purses, Jackets, Footwear)
- Le Chateau (Formal wear, Work Attire)

My Online Resources
- ModCloth (Vintage inspired dresses; has better sales than Ruche; A++ customer service)
- Ruche (Vintage inspired dresses; often ModCloth stuff at cheaper prices)
- Dorothy Perkins (For my does of Brit; esp online sales and free international shipping days!)

I'm not sure your size, but if you're bigger than a UK10 (US 4-ish); then other stores I see nice stuff in but I never fit anything:
- Reitmans (basics, dresses)
- Cleo (more classic pieces; but they have cute dresses and coats)

Yes Lyn please do share your sources wih us fellow Canadians.

I would say kep what you love, maybe purge a few things if you don't love them. If you can manage the huge wardrobe then great! And perhaps less shopping for a while until you figure out what is a keeper.

Oops - we posted at the same time...I see your sources there now.

@ Rae - Posted at the same time!

Additional: I also used to like RW&Co a lot. But their quality has been terrible lately, and their prices have been going up, and there are no longer the good deals that used to be there. It's really quite annoying. Grr.