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3 Secrets to Building a Wardrobe You’ll Actually Love (and Wear!)

Here’s the thing—many of us have wardrobes filled with clothes that either don’t fit, don’t suit our current lifestyle, or were impulse buys that never really worked. Sound familiar? It’s not about owning more clothes; it’s about having the right ones!

Building a wardrobe you’ll love and actually wear is all about creating a collection of clothes that fits your lifestyle, feels good, and expresses your personality.

Here are 3 secrets to help you build a wardrobe you’ll actually love (and wear!):

1. Define Your Personal Style

Take time to identify the colours, shapes, and fabrics you naturally gravitate toward. Pinterest boards, style icons, or even shopping trips can help you pinpoint a pattern. Are you into minimalist, classic, bohemian, or edgy styles? Or a mix? When you understand your style, you can avoid buying clothes that don’t align with your vibe.

2. Prioritise Versatility

While it’s tempting to go for trendy pieces, building a wardrobe that works with your lifestyle means buying items that can be mixed and matched. Versatile basics like a great pair of jeans, a white shirt, or a well-fitting blazer can be dressed up or down depending on the occasion. A wardrobe you love is made up of a few high-quality, durable pieces that will last. It’s better to have a small number of items that you truly love and wear often, rather than a closet full of things that you rarely touch. My CORE CLOSET CHECKLIST is a great place to start.

3. Edit Your Wardrobe Regularly

We all hold onto things that no longer fit, don’t flatter, or no longer spark joy. Regularly assess your wardrobe and donate or sell pieces that you haven’t worn in the past year. Keep only what you truly love and use. Swap out seasonal items and update your wardrobe with a few new additions each season to keep it fresh, practical, and reflective of styles that you truly enjoy. A curated wardrobe means LESS OVERWHELM and MORE CONFIDENCE when choosing outfits.

By following these 3 secrets, you can have a wardrobe that’s both timeless and functional—one you’ll feel good about wearing every day!

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