decluttering my ENTIRE closet | extreme closet clean out & minimal wardrobe organization
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- Опубліковано 1 лип 2024
- let's dive into some decluttering and organizing 🧺 in this vlog, come clean with me and finally tackle my closet! we'll purge my whole wardrobe, I'll share some small space organization tips and give the closet a little refresh before the new year. if you needed a sign or inspiration to clean your closet, this is your sign 🌟
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🕘 timestamps
0:00 - intro
4:11 - light disclaimer
4:32 - the closet
5:16 - the plan
6:17 - criteria for items i keep
7:20 - decluttering tops
10:25 - decluttering bottoms
12:58 - decluttering dresses
15:59 - decluttering outerwear
19:31 - the leather jacket...
22:33 - decluttering final items
26:46 - packing up seasonal items
27:16 - the final results
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In case you wanted some closet decluttering motivation or to watch me debate one jacket for 20 minutes 😂
I actually enjoy the longer format. A lot of content nowadays is too fast-paced. There needs to be a balance, and you brought that! I'm also from AZ so I love hearing about your adjustments to a new climate and lifestyle. I just found your channel yesterday since I've been on an intentional living/decluttering journey for almost a year now. I can't wait to see what else you have in store, and I hope you are taking care. ❤
My opinion is to buy that same black jacket in a size that fits. It seems clear that you would wear it often and that it makes you happy. It is one thing that is worth the investment, and you can work that into any budget goals you may have by denying a couple impulse-buys. Totally justified to me!
@@EpicMrMustache Same! Love the longer content and slower videos since so much is fast these days! So glad I had that balance 😊 Love connecting with another AZ person! It's been a big adjustment living here on the east coast but loving and embracing all the change and new weather! Finally get to have all 4 seasons and so excited to see what the east coast spring and summer is like 💖
I actually enjoy the talk-throughs because I feel like that’s what you can learn from the most about choice-making when it comes to decluttering.
So glad you liked it! When I'm watching other people's videos I love hearing them talk through the decisions and how they decide what to keep vs. declutter 🤍
I love that you talk about every piece please dont appoligize for it!❤
Aww thanks so much! 🤗
From Canada here - key to staying warm outside in winter for me is - toque, mitts, winter coat, winter boots. Not fashion boots, but actual winter boots. And yes, January and February are the worst! But it really makes you appreciate the wonder of spring - the first robin you see, the leaves just starting out on the trees - beautiful.
Amazing thanks so much! Taking every single staying warm tip I can get haha! Any recommendations when it comes to specific type of winter boots? 🤗
Alaska here: LAYERS. Long underwear is a great way to make warm layers not itchy. Good luck staying warm!
Thanks so much! Been working on my layer game and it makes such a difference 🤗
Put the jacket in a bag or bin. See if you go into the bag or bin at all, if you do keep it but only as you look for another jacket to replace it with. You really seem to love it, and regret is something I've felt after cleaning out my closet.
Oooo great idea, I'm gonna try that! Thanks so much for the tip! 🤗
Born and raised in upstate ny. My suggestions for staying warm are: Wool socks! Cuddle duds base layers. Look for natural fibers in your sweaters. Avoid faux shearling lined footwear and slippers, and faux leather. In my experience they make your feet sweat and then get cold. If I keep my feet and neck warm the rest of me stays warm. Good luck, and welcome to the east coast!
Amazing tips thanks so much! Definitely going to start paying more attention to what materials things are made of, been learning that makes such a difference! Loving it here so far and thanks for the warm welcome 🤗
great advice about faux shearling and faux leather
15:40 I actually way prefer hearing your thoughts about the items than watching someone shuffle around stuff with some random background music, loved the video!
Aww thanks so much! When I watch other videos like this I love hearing other people process out loud and talk through the reasons why they want to keep to get rid of something too 😊
KEEP! Save the leather jacket for when the weather warms up and you can wear it over a short sleeve tee on chilly nights. It looks fabulous on you and high quality.
Aww thanks so much! Yeah loved this jacket too much to not keep it! Excited to try wearing it more as the weather gets warmer 😊
I am based out of nyc and my biggest tip is get yourself some Uniqlo thermals! You will not feel cold again 🥲
Awesome thanks so much for the tip! A bunch of people have mentioned that brand specifically for thermals so I'll check them out 😄
I’m watching this 3 weeks later, but I hope you kept that black jacket! It’s perfectly okay to keep something with such great memories.
Aww thanks so much! Yes, I did keep the jacket and so glad I did! 😊
If its not a hell yes, its a no. :) It just means you need to replace your leather jacket with one that fits better.
Great idea, thanks so much! 💖
The beige cardigan you were not sure about at about 16:42 . I would say it is good for Spring and Fall. Generally I have found that cardigans especially if longer don’t work well in winter because they don’t go well under a lot of coats and really aren’t warm enough generally. So I’d be sure to wait and see if you wear it in Spring or Fall before you get rid of it.
Ok great to know! I'm still getting used to this weather here on the east coast and have no clue how to dress for the cold lol 🥶 I tried layering with the cardigan a while ago and found out the hard way you are definitely right, doesn't work great for layering. But I'll for sure keep it for the to give it a try then when the weather is warmer! 😊 Thanks so much for the amazing tips and advice! 💖
I wish everyone would talk at length about every single piece of clothing! Why else watch a decluttering video! Can't stand the videos that are sped up and we just see piles at the end! Great job...and vid!
Aww thanks so much and glad you liked it! Yeah I love seeing people talk through all their pieces too 😊
I definetly agree with this. Also some people talk about minimalism and they just standing on the camera, it is kind of boring the watching videos about the minimalism. They can use the images(shows the items) while we watching.❤
@@Zxzxz. Yeah I like the videos where they actually show the items as well instead of just talking to the camera 😊
@@SamanthaRae. 👍🏻❤️❤️☺️
Welcome to the eastern part of our country! I lived 50+ yrs in northern CA till hubby retired. We then spent 12 years traveling thru the US (west to east) in a motorhome - dealing with various climates (including the artic blast in Texas winter of 2020/21 🥶)
We ended up settling down in 2022 in western Kentucky (🤔!?) and learning to deal with 4 seasons. I definitely got me a good quality winter coat (columbia brand anorak style car coat length) with enough room to wear layers underneath.
Awesome thanks so much for the tip! 💖 been working on my layering game and it’s making such a difference 🤗
I think you should have a sentimental box for the items you really want to keep but can’t fit, think of it like an old photo album. But if you do this make sure everything in the box isn’t so much that you can’t just side it under your bed
Great idea! This would be a great option for the pieces I’m not ready to let go of yet, but don’t fit 🤗
Also old navy makes really good jeans. I normally have to size down for the right fit but they’re not skin tight and they have the perfect amount of stretch so they’re extra comfortable.
Oh that's great to know! I don't think I've ever tried their jeans but I'll have to check them out! Thanks so much! 😊
Great video!!!
I think you may regret getting rid of the black jacket that you love. Maybe keep it and wear it with your thinner tops, as you said.
Thanks so much for checking out the video 🤗 ok so glad you said to keep it, I’ve been thinking the same thing lol. Love it so much and will hang on to it to see if I can make it work with warmer weather outfits 👍
Beige cardigan would look cute over your cute printed maxi dress
Oh my gosh love that outfit idea! 💖 Hadn't tried wearing those together and did this today when I saw your comment and it was such a cute outfit! Thanks for the tip! 😄
Watching this a few months late. If you thought winter was an adjustment just wait for summer 😂 being from Arizona you don’t know of the joy we East Coasters experience, called humidity. Take whatever the temp is an then add 20 to get what it feels like. For summer you’re going to want light breathable fabrics 😉 Summer with humidity will have you begging for winter. Fall and spring are nice though and I think fall makes summer worth it.
Haha I am so scared of the summer now, everyone has been telling me the same thing lol ☀️ Have some light and breathable items for the warmer months and hoping I make it through the humidity. My hair and humidity are not the best of friends so it's going to be an adventure 😂
21:30 Good tip: it's always smart to keep a box of few absolute favourites clothes in smaller/bigger size. I know that everyone is saying to get rid of them, but this works only when someone have the same weight for years, otherwise it's just a waste to get rid of loved clothes. I don't say that it should be a lot, just few pieces kept in box.
Yeah I think it's ok to keep a few pieces that have a lot of meaning and memories for a while to see how I feel about it before getting rid of it for good 😊
@@SamanthaRae. It's not about that even. I meant that life is unpredictable and you never know if you won't lose weight (accidentally or intentionally), and then you will be veeery sorry that you got rid of your favourite jacket. I'm speaking from experience.
@@alonememe Yeah such a good point! Never know when something in life will change and those clothes will suddenly fit or come in handy 😊 Thanks so much!
I personally like to layer long sleeve T-shirts under sweaters/cardigans and under pullover sweatshirts. I love teddy coats and fleece jackets. Also you can layer leggings under your jeans or try fleece leggings. I also love to be comfortable. I call my style lazy chic haha.
Awesome thanks so much for the tips! I'm learning how to master layering now lol! I have a pair of the fleece leggings and wear them under pretty much everything 😂 Love it, my style is totally lazy chic too! 🤍
Welcome to DC! Yes this is considered the East Coast :) Agreeing with the other comments, that layers are key in the colder months. Also, you can use the jackets (leather, and jean if you want) in the spring/fall months when there's a need for lighter layers.
Aww thanks so much! Ok glad to know it counts as the east coast haha! Appreciate the tip, been working on my layer game and it makes such a difference 🤗
Keep the leather jacket, it looks great!
Aww thanks so much! Yay so glad you think I should keep it, I really want to for now 💖 Can't believe how long I went back and forth on it haha
I agree. It could be worn with a black t-shirt and blue jeans or over dresses with thin fabric.
*laughs in North Dakotan* I deal with -20+ degree weather NORMALLY but right now because of el nino it has been in the 10-30 degree weather range which is kinda cold but nothing like what I'm used to.
Advice:
- ACTUAL winter boots, they will keep you warm. Uggs, fake uggs, Bearpaw, etc.
- Winter coat that is WARM. Warmth > aesthetic. Puffer coats might look nice but I promise you half of them won't keep you warm. Invest in a GOOD winter coat.
- LAYER LAYER LAYER. In the winter, I normally have a sweatshirt and a winter coat on. But you can have a long sleeved shirt, vest, and then your winter coat.
- FLEECE lined leggings - leggings that are just warmer
- hand warmers - they will keep your hands warm. Just put them in your pockets and you're good to go.
- do not buy expensive hats, gloves ,scarves, etc. because you WILL lose them.
None clothing wise, if it's in your budget GET AUTOSTART. If you don't know what it is, you get it put in your car and it will start it. Great for AC/heat because you won't suffer from being too hot or too cold. I'd die if I wasn't able to warm my car up when it's cold as hell out.
Oh my gosh, ok I have nothing to complain about with the winter here compared to that 🥶 No idea how you deal with that level of cold but so impressed! And thanks so much for the advice, I really appreciate it! 🤗
You are so right about the puffer jacket, it keeps me kind of warm but not even close to as warm as the thick wool coat my mother in law gave me. For Christmas my family gave me these awesome rechargeable hand warmers and I've been using them non-stop, so great!! I've been stepping up my layering game and that makes such a difference! Next on the list is trying to find some legit winter boots! 😁
Wisconsin here and your advice is solid. I actually have a puffer that I wear INDOORS in winter because sometimes it is cold, cold and my house is very old.
@@faeriesmak good idea, I'm gonna try wearing the puffer inside too to stay warm! I'm sure it's not nearly as cold here as Wisconsin, but being an Arizona girl I'm used to 80+ degrees all the time lol! Thanks for the tip 🤗
@@SamanthaRae. family is here otherwise I’d be goneeee. I’m glad my advice helped!!!
@@faeriesmak ahhh thank you!! I was trying to find as much as I could to help her. Thank you neighbor!!!
Denim jacket also cute over maxi dress- would look cute
Oh yeah, didn't even think of pairing those together! Thanks so much! 🤗
Michigan girl here! Wool socks & base layers are key to keeping warm! I also will sometimes wear a pull over sweater with a thick cardigan over top. I find wool to be much warmer than polyester sweaters. Also if you live in an older house/apartment building, there are these plastic window liners you can get that you use a hairdryer to shrink to the window & it helps hold the heat in! Then you just take them off when the weather warms up. Good boots, gloves, and coat is very important for when you're outside! Definitely buy for warmth and wind/water resistance over what's cute lol.
Amazing, thanks so much for the great tips! 😊 Yeah I'm finding that buying quality pieces and paying close attention to the materials they are made out of is key! Slowing improving my layering game and the wool socks were a life saver! Thanks so much! 💖
Definitely keep the black leather jacket!
Thanks so much! I totally kept it and so glad I did and have been wearing it as part of my spring capsule wardrobe! 🌷
Another comment: if your a sweater girl enjoy! This part of the country is great for us sweater gals! ❤
Yay, so glad to hear in a great area for a sweater girl like myself haha! Excited to be able to wear them all the time! 😄
love your video, hope to see more in the future.🥰
just finished decluttering my closet….
Aww thanks so much! 💖 definitely have lots more videos planned to follow! Way to go doing your closet too! That freshly decluttered closet feeling is the best 🤗
Also there a great things today in Maryland, Virginia, and west Virginia
@@samanthalight4290 yeah so excited that there are so many places close by and so much awesome things to check out and do! 😊 Any recommendations for places to explore?
I have a bin of items that I love but aren't my current size. I've had the same debate with a leather jacket! Keep it tucked away and look for something that works for you now (or maybe you don't need one right now) ❤
Great idea! Love that, and then I can keep those pieces that I’m not ready to let go of yet but don’t fit 😊 thanks so much!
Basic black tees you can layer under sweaters in cold weather, helps you stay warmer with layers
Great idea! Getting used to this new weather I'm learning the key to staying warm is all the layers all the time lol! 😂
Keep the leather jacket! Love it!
Aww thanks so much! Totally love it and kept it! 💖 Gonna try to see if it can be a spring jacket when I'm wearing less bulky layers all the time haha
I live in Italy and we have 4 seasons as well. I really wanted to do a closet declutter as well , but I m overwhelmed, I have at 10 times more clothes than you had, so I really don’t know where to start😢
I won’t definitely buy more.
Great video btw!
And keep the jacket, it looks great😊
You totally got this! And the 4 seasons thing make it trickier for sure, I'm used to just 1 season basically lol! Omg I felt so overwhelmed when I started too, so I feel you! I would say mayb start really small, just go through 10 items a day until you get there 🤗 Yeah not buying more will help until you ca get through what you have! What helped me was only keeping the clothes I absolutely LOVE and would want to wear any day! 💖 Thanks so much, glad you liked the video and hope it helped!
@@mickymarucco8513 yay so glad you think so, I really want to keep it haha! 😄
@@SamanthaRae.thank you! 10 items a day seems a very reasonable plan, I ll start today 😊
@@mickymarucco8513 awesome, you totally got this and keep us updated how it goes! 😄
Your dog is so cute! 😍 As for clothes I also was thinking that some of my clothes shrank but nope- it's all me 🤣 When it comes to 4 seasons- layers are key!
Aww Bruce says thanks so much for the compliment 😂 he is the cutest and the real star is the show lol! Glad I’m not the only one who has the clothes “shrink”, but focusing on the positives and keeping the pieces that still work 💖 thanks so much for the tip, gonna use all the layers to make it through the winter 😅
I hope you kept that black jacket for now but start searching threadup or whatever for a size up! It looks like a great jacket but why not just try to buy the same one that feels a little better in fit.
Thanks so much, that's such great advice! 💖 I am keeping the jacket for now and going to try it out in my spring and summer wardrobes and see if it works (just posted my spring capsule wardrobe video and talk about the jacket in that one too lol). Will definitely keep my eye out on places like threadup for something similar that fits better for the future 😊 Thanks so much!
DC is the East Coast and has really extreme weather, right! SNOW in the Winter, HOT and HUMID in the Summer! How is it going?
Ok good to know I'm officially an east coaster now lol 😊 Yeah the weather here is a lot more extreme and changes way more often than I was used to on the west coast. But I love getting to have all 4 seasons and so excited for an east coast spring and summer! Just hoping it's not too humid this summer 😅
U should keep that jacket since u love it so much…then decide in 6 mos how u feel! Or use it as incentive to lose a few lbs so it fits perfectly? I only say that bc u said it used to fit better I don’t think u need to lose any lbs! Great vid & motivation!!❤
Aww thanks so much! Yeah I kept the jacket and so glad I did! It can definitely be some motivation to get back to that healthier weight too 😊
Prepare yourself for summer. It's ridiculously swampy here in DC. Being from AZ, you're gonna hate it :)
I'm from NJ but in DC now, so I'm not cold at all here. But if you're struggling, get some Cuddlduds from Target. Also soft wool socks. Don't skip the gloves and hat.
Oh no haha, hopefully it will be better than the 120 degree summers 😅 After that crazy heat I'm down to try handling humidity instead, but we'll see how it goes haha
@tiffaneyjewelmindfulness thanks so much for the tips! Got a really nice hat and gloves for Christmas which has been a huge help! Wearing my thick warm socks and I think I'm finally figuring out how to layer haha 🧣🧤🧥
@@SamanthaRae. I'm from NJ, and the humidity here is too much even for me. It was absolutely brutal last summer for like 2 weeks. Fingers crossed we have an easier time of it this year.
Hi there, just wondering where you got the turtleneck dresses from?
I got them from Old Navy last year. I think they still have some similar ones online and maybe in some of the stores too! 😊
Replace the black jacket. You clearly love it only problem is the fit. Also wearing a tight tank or t shirt underneath sweaters keeps you much warmer so there’s no breeze under the sweater.
Great idea! Thanks so much! 🤗
The leather jacket is stunning, and you in it look great. Keep it, keep it Love Lesley England x
Aww thanks so much! Love it and for sure going to keep it for now 😄
Keep the jacket 😂
Haha glad you vote to keep it! Only took me 30 minutes going back and forth to decide 😂
Get rid of the leather jacket. Take a photo of it if it’s sentimental but it won’t make you feel good because you will want to wear it but it won’t fit well and you will always feel a little bad about yourself like you remember when it USED TO fit well. Also, you won’t be looking for or won’t buy a new one that does fit well because you will think you already have one even if you don’t actually wear it.
Such good points! Thanks so much for the honest feedback and that really helped me think differently about the jacket! 😊 Wish you could have been here in person when I was doing the declutter, would have made that part of the video much easier and shorter haha 😂
KEEEEP
Totally kept the jacket and excited to style it with some spring outfits!! 😄
I loved the talking through everything 😅
Yay so glad you liked it! I'm the same and love the videos where they talk through all the items and their thought process for keeping it or not. Never thought I would spend so much time debating that leather jacket though lol! 😂
@@SamanthaRae. 😅 did you keep it, because i didnt look so tight
@@yap4808 totally kept it and have been rocking it all spring!! So glad I did! 😊
@@SamanthaRae. 😅 i was screaming-keep it!.🤣 because it looked good and not tight,it looked just like your normal size,not oversized
@@yap4808 aww thanks so much! Really glad I kept it!! 😊
Time will Tell -bin will help you to decide later
Great idea! A few people have suggested that and I think I’ll give it a try to see if it helps! 😊 then I don’t have to spend 30 minutes debating one jacket lol 😂
I live in north Virginia. We do have 4 seasons. I hate it
Yep the all 4 seasons thing is new to me, used to sunny warm weather all the time so I’m struggling 😂 but at least I get to wear cute sweaters and coats now, so focusing on that silver lining lol 🤗
I live in Indiana we do have 4 season but the weather here is crazy, 60 degrees one day and the next day is freezing 🥶 10 degrees.
Closets are meant to be functional and not aesthetic. That's why they have a door.
So true! And I’m learning function is way better than looks when it comes to my closet 😊
You are so sweet ❤
Aww thanks so much! 💖
0:36 The dog didn’t look comfy at all. Look at his eyes.
Haha yeah he gets crazy eyes sometimes 😂