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always trying

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I am currently not buying much of anything-do need a white or nude clutch or small bag for this Sunday , but am finding my closet is looking good. I can put together an outfit for anything that may come up this spring, and maybe until hot< but then I am just not doing much anyhow. Some items are a little big, got a few thigs tailored, and did a little taking in myself since my weight loss. Am starting to love wide leg full length and crops. Have two casual pair and one black and one white dressy ones in addition to the faux jump suit I posted earlier.

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Latest reply was from fifthandfinest

Jaime

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My closet looks better to me than the second hand shops I visit .

rachylou

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My closet too right now is working well for my life. I think I can pull an outfit for any occasion I can think of. Some replacements are needed, but that’s about it.

But I do wonder a little bit. I junked my car and am doing without for now and Ross is just about the only store left, except my neighbourhood boutiques. I wonder if there was any place to go, if I’d be more inclined to shake things up.

Also, you know, skyscraper office dressing was a lot harder... harder to achieve both appropriate and satisfying... that’s what I’m thinking these days...

Anonymous

You feel confident that you can dress for any occasion and you are happy.

Liesbeth

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*Sigh* what a good place to be in. I second you, alwaystrying, and Joy.
My wardrobe was like that right before baby - so I must remain confident I can get there again :). Seriously though, with the help and cheers I get here I'm starting to think I'm getting there.

Sisi

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You lucky girl ! I am "always trying" but I am not there yet. I still have wardrobe holes and almost all of them are unicorns (have to say that I am super picky).

Anonymous

You can pull together outfits that you Love, for any occasion and weather conditions. Working on this.
Your wardrobe isn't full of pieces for a fantasy life or climate. Mostly good here-though the real solution is to change the life to align w/ preferences!
Your closet doesn't have pieces that don't make you feel your best Unfortunately winter exists-so unavoidable.
Agreeing with Shevia-but extending to retail too! I mostly feel that way-at least this season.

Jenni NZ

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you have a newish version of your favourite black jacket just started into its winter wears, and a brand new pair of your favourite olive pants waiting?

ChrisM

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I’ve recently had to travel for work, and I’ve gotten a good collection of clothes that are mixable enough, but not so mixable that I get bored.

So far, this is looking to be my best summer wardrobe ever. I had to spend a little extra on a couple of items, but the payoff is that I’m not continually searching for that elusive third piece that covers my arms but that doesn’t make me sweat!

April

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...when you have at least one outfit option that makes you happy for the life you have now, regardless of the forecast, and when this is consistently true day in, day out, over time.

cjh

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I have trouble deciding between my favorite outfits, everything fits, all is clean and put away, and the weather suits me, too.

Toban

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I am nodding along with everything said above. I would add that life is a bit more interesting for me when my wardrobe is close to perfect but not quite so I can enjoy the shopping process and be excited about finding a HEWI. In rebuilding my wardrobe I’ve tried to be patient and not settle just to fill a gap. A dressier midthigh to knee-length trench jacket is one of my important HEWI searches. Likely in navy but I am open to olive or cream. I have casual burgundy jackets that work. But I am making do until I find the one. The search is fun when almost everything else is settled but can be frustrating when one has lots to replace.

ChristelJ

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When everything in my closet fits, is comfortable, and makes me feel pretty.

Angie

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....when I have fun putting my outfit together each morning and feel fab in my outfit throughout the day.

Carla

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My closet has never been so close to perfect-for-me as it is now! Dressing and feeling a 'happiness factor' of 10 every day has become a reality!

Barbara Diane

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This is a good question. I’m going to ponder....

smittie

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"when I feel fab in most of my outfits throughout the day" (Copied from Angie).
I have to feel good in my clothes, and this is actually harder to achieve than you would think. It's tough to tell what you're going to feel fabulous in at the moment of purchase.

The Cat

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always trying, it sounds like your present wardrobe brings you joy. Congratulations!

I find myself nodding to what Joy and Angie said.

Having just packed a suitcase in a few minutes, I could add: "... when you are able to quickly assemble and pack a suitable travel wardrobe and are pleased with the result."

Bonnie

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I have fresh layering tops to choose from. It looks like I'll be wearing some kind of topper and layering top almost every day here at the coast. They seem to wear out faster than bottoms and toppers.

Gretchen

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When I can get dressed quickly, knowing that the outfit "works" and I'll feel confident in it all day.

And, my shopping becomes more specific. "Dress sandals to go with a gala dress", or a "long-sleeve flowered top to go with jeans for casual date nights".

And, my morning re-do outfits are tied to emotional clothing choices (...am I really feeling orange today?...) not fit, or not-quite-right options.

BrieN

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I know my wardrobe is in a good place when I can easily pass on the not quite right items. That I have enough suitable and happy outfits that I don’t have to settle.

Jenni NZ

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That’s great Gretchen, thank you for the idea of such specific shopping! That may help me.

Mainelady

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When I open my closets and drawers and feel happy and content.

Synne

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Loving Shevia's quote: when your wardrobe looks better than the second hand shops you visit. That hit home with me!!

Adriana

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When you have a closet full of clothes and have something to wear.

fifthandfinest

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.... when I have things I'm excited to wear and don't have to buy a raft of other pieces to wear with them!
I'm not quite there having lost weight recently, but its nice problem to have.