Oh that's me.
I've been forced to take a long, hard look at my shopping habits of the past several years as we are moving house soon.
Confronted with racks of my vintage goodies, those very same long-coveted and much-loved purchases have created a dilemma.
As someone who dresses on a whim, how can I keep all the fab stuff and have a "capsule" wardrobe?
Well I think we all know that never the Twain shall meet, so I've given myself a stern talking to and started decluttering my wardrobe.
How do I pick what stays and what goes?
Easy.Brutal honesty.
I ask myself, have I ever worn this? Does it fit? Does it make me feel awesome? Is it special? Do I need five or can I live with just one?
My 1930s and 40s nightie and knicker collection absolutely does not qualify for culling.
Or my tutus ... I have my limits.
Otherwise, local op shops and eBay have been getting a steady stream of clothing, linen, books and crockery which although I may like or even love, I know it's time to let go for someone else to love.
I feel I'm able to work through this project without giving up my need to be surrounded by interesting, colourful things, in favour of living with less shite and clutter.
It's a long, hard road, but I'm starting to feel lighter inside.
Consequently, I'm not buying any new clothes.I haven't made a pact with myself, it just doesn't feel right to be adding to the pile of shite while I'm trying to declutter.
The Goodwill Fangirl has discussed the possibility of not shopping at all.
She's planning on giving up shopping for clothes for a year, which means no new or second-hand shopping.
If she goes ahead with it, I'm looking forward to following her progress.
Vintage Vixen regularly culls her delicious Aladdin's cave of a wardrobe with her one-in, two-out rule.
Now there's some seriously steely determination right there as she has a to-die-for collection.
Coffee with The Stylist today.1950s cotton bed jacket - Etsy1970s leopard-print flares - eBayBodysuit - retailSilver choker - gift from hornacious HelgaAfrican necklace - op shopCamera and skull necklaces - second hand market
This frock is an absolute keeper.It rolled up last week in a parcel of joy from delicious Suzanne of Idee Fixe.
It's very much a 1930s style, but made from an incredible soft and swishy 70s jersey fabric.
The 30s were big in the 70s. A combination of my two favorite fashion decades. Swoon!
Turban - gift from Nelly of Vintage WishesPearly brooch - another gift from HelgaNecklaces and handbag - op shopsScarf around wrist - gift from lovely KristaJeffrey Campbell shoes - Solestruck sale
It's warming up here in Brisbane with steamy summer days and lovely storms.I hope my US readers are able to stay cozy indoors during the blizzards and snow.
Baci,
Desiree xo
