These tried and true tips to remove clutter will help you clean up your closet once and for all. Number 3 is the real “light bulb” question for many people. Even if you love it, do you want to wear it in front of other people? Be a brutal critic. If necessary, enlist a friend to tell you if something is wrong for you. Closet space is limited, so don’t waste your prime real estate on something you’re not crazy about. Another option is consigning your gently used or pricey clothing. Do a thorough closet sweep once a season, or monthly if you live in an apartment with limited closet space.
It holds sentimental value.You spent a ridiculous amount of money on the item.You may wear it someday––but who knows when that someday will be?
These are all understandable reasons to hold onto a garment, but the fact remains that you have limited space to store your clothes. If an item is too special to let go, like a wedding dress, find a place to store it other than your closet. For the other two categories, if you haven’t worn the item in over a year, get rid of it. While it may be difficult, wouldn’t you rather have these clothes in the closet of someone who loves them and wears them often?
