Even though temps are still in the upper 80's here in GA and the official end of summer (Labor Day) is still weeks away, retailers are already stocking their stores with fall and winter merchandise. For those of us in warmer parts of the States, it seems silly to be contemplating wool skirts and boots when all we can tolerate on our bodies is cotton skirts and tank tops. However, right now is the time to give serious thought to the upcoming cooler season. Over the next week or so, I plan to do a series of posts that follows my journey through my own closet and my preparations for the upcoming fall/winter season.You may be thinking "But wait....if the weather doesn't cool off until November, that gives me plenty of time to plan and then buy things on sale." These were my same thoughts from previous years. However, this year I'm trying to make a change that will better benefit my sense of style, my closet, and my wallet.
Here are my goals:
1. List all of my cooler weather clothing, as well as items that can carry over from summer, in a spreadsheet.
2. Try on all of my cooler weather clothing to determine what fits (I've lost some weight since last year), what needs to be altered and what I no longer desire to wear. Then actually get the clothing altered to fit or actually donate it. No more procratinating and hoarding things in random piles!
3. Make a list of all items needed to fill out my closet or replace previous pieces that no longer fit or are too worn.
4. Decide on a budget and/or shopping strategy to fill these holes in my wardrobe.
5. Find pieces that meet my criteria (impeccable fit, quality and timelessness) and if the price is out of my budget range, make a note to continue to look for it on sale.
6. Have fun with fun money, but stick to necessary items and not "closet orphans."
I'm working on my spreadsheet now and will be posting later this week on Step 1 of my fall/winter closet overhaul. Maybe you can consider working through your closet along with me!
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