7 Wardrobe Curation & Decluttering Tips That Changed My Life
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Today I'm sharing 7 wardrobe curation tips that changed my life. These are the things I've figured out over the years to help me build my dream wardrobe without going broke or getting overwhelmed. Thank you so much for watching xx Audrey
7 Wardrobe Curation Tips That Changed My Life
01 [00:48] Progress Over Perfection
02 [01:48] Budget Before You Buy
03 [02:56] Stay True To You
04 [03:47] Year-Round Color Palette
05 [04:29] Year-Round Fabrics & Patterns
06 [05:54] Personalize It
07 [06:47] Don’t Throw It All Out
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Why is this so interesting and soothing? She a whole esthetic.
her lovely voice is like ASMR
Could you please show us your entire closet? Your fashion style is everything!
Decaying Bananapeel I second this so much!!
Yesss Please, would look forward to that video
I would watch this! Like a closet tour type of video
I saw a video of Olivia Palermo's wardrobe and one of the main things I thought was interesting was that she does not separate her clothes by season. She keeps them hung all together year round. She is not afraid of mixing a flowy, gauzy maxi skirt with a fur vest in the middle of winter. She really understands how to mix seasons well! Great video as always.
I do this too! Love having my summer outdoors hanging there for me to see and appreciate in the depths of winter. Have never liked the idea of hiding clothes away unless it’s a form of “quarantine” before donating items.
I love how softly spoken you are and that there is no loud dramatic music in the background! Thank you, some excellent tips and advice, it's a relief! X
One of the biggest obstacles for me in wardrobe curation and development is that I like so many different styles, and those aesthetics tend to go in and out of favor with me over the course of years. For example, I will have a few months where all I want to wear is what I call “comfy dancer chic”: leggings, tunic/oversized tops, and legwarmers. Then there are times where all I want to wear is what I would call academia-style clothes: high-waisted pleated trousers, button downs, plaids and tweeds, and sweater vests. My style likes can swing so wildly that it seems very difficult for me to maintain a relatively curated closet whilst still covering all of the different aesthetics that I enjoy infusing into my sartorial choices.
I have that same problem!
Best response🤌
I cycle them in and out of storage like other people cycle seasonal clothing. It helps to speed dressing if only my currently worn stuff is there, and I get the fun of "going shopping" each time I switch stuff out from storage!
Perhaps you can still have both! Like have dancer chic when you workout, and academia when you go to school and/or work
Hi Audrey,
you're living in a moderate climate, however here in the great white north, we have such a variation in temperature that I do put the fall/ winter clothing away during spring/summer. We can have the same color palette all year, but quite a variation in the weight of the materials.
That being said your tips are always welcome, and I admire your style.
Hi Sheryl! Gorgeous point! Audrey has helped me think through what fabrics I want to be closest to my skin. A gorgeous soft breathable cotton works great for the summer heat but will also layer beautifully under my wool sweaters. Disclaimer, I’m from
Minnesota, it cold.
I live in the midwest where summers are humid and can reach over 100°, and winters can get to -30° for weeks at a time. For me, the difference in the color of the landscape and sunlight between seasons also affects my wardrobe preferences because I tend to dress according to my surroundings. Ginger and burnt oranges in the fall (I love those colors, but they only look right on me in the autumn when the trees are turning and the sunlight is golden); red, royal, and emerald green in the snowy, blue/gray winter; and aqua, pinks, and pale yellow as the sunlight becomes yellower and the flowers come out. As a True Spring, I have a huge range of colors that I can wear, so I take advantage of that, but segment the colors by season. I bought plastic bins to store my off-season clothes to protect them from insects and mice, which we have in abundance since we live only two blocks from woods and farmland.
I've said this before, I'm a jeans and T shirt kind of girl but I always watch your vids because your voice is so soothing. You should check into voice-over work.....
**Lee ** thank you so much 🤗🤗
Right? Like I can imagine her talking through a guided meditation 😊
@@mmmmmmolly yes!!!
I concur on jeans , T-shitrt , and her voice.
Me too haha. I'm more of a very feminine hippie, but her voice and style make my day!
The puppy is adorable!!! Do a video introducing your fur babies :)
You have no idea how much you've help me! My whole life I've had a jam packed closet with nothing to wear. Each Video reinforces and helpse grasp making better decisions and taking a look at things I have that I could build on.
I also love the addition of laundering, storage and care tips.
Love these tips! I think I need to revisit some of them! And I LOVE the necklace on you and how you've layered it - looks beautiful! xox
Why I watch Audrey's videos:
30% - fashion advice
70% - soothing voice
Yes, I come because she feels like a friend. I love fashion, but her videos are my favourite because of her.
I’ve been decluttering and curating my wardrobe for more than a year now. And so much enjoying the process. My aim is a small and functional wardrobe that would express my style. Now my problem is I can’t get rid of some items because have emotional attachment to them. But in a year or two I will be able to donate them)) Thank you so much for inspiration 😘
Mariana Berdnikova take a picture on you iPhone. It makes releasing those special items easier to let go.
Mariana Berdnikova I can totally relate.
I am too sentimental about many items to purge them, too...💕
Letting go of clothing that you no longer wear and enjoy can be a trail. I too have placed clothing in a box, to be left in a closet for several months. If I remember one or two of the pieces that may work for me, I can still retrieve it. But the fact that most of the clothes are out of sight for awhile, give me time to realize that whose pieces no longer work for me at this time.
Yes, Mariana, When I do collect a pile of clothes I no longer want, I think it will take awhile to donate because of the COVID situation now. I have sometimes put bags of things in the “dumpsters” around town, (even though some of my things are so nice quality ) but around here you can’t do that now...or I prefer to donate to a thrift shop, or Salvation Army, or Lupus, but I wonder if they are making pickups right now. ☺️
Audrey this was so helpful. I’m interested in how everyday clothes work into this capsule wardrobe idea....clothes we wear just hanging out at home - cooking, cleaning, etc.
Last point! I did a major declutter a few years ago, got rid of a few things, soon after I was looking for them, wondering what happened! Ended up buying almost exact same pieces again as a result. Lessons learned!
It was so interesting to hear you talk about "progress over perfection" I found myself in the same place you described. These were all very helpful reminders and guidelines.
Love how calm and calming your content is! So rare and such a nice break from the stress and harshness.
I really agree with that last point, if you're not sure about some clothing, just put them away from your sight, later you might return back to them. I put a skirt away many years ago, because I was only 20 when I got it, I felt like it's too "oldish", but I didn't have the heart to throw it entirely away. Now I'm almost 26, and I'm going though personal style change, and I've recently seen an inspiration with a similar skirt that I have. I'm so happy I still have that piece, now I'm mature enough to incorporate it into my new, "adult" style. Same happened to a blouse, I got it something like 5 years ago, but I never knew how to style it. I've just found it in one of my boxes, my mum sewed new buttons on it and I love it now!
I still have some clothes in the depths of my wardrobe, waiting for finding me at the right time :)
Your dog looks sooo sweet and adorable. Yes, I have made that mistake of throwing out items and then realized I still wanted them. I agree with your tip about being true to yourself. I really adore the preppy look but on me it just doesn't look right and I feel uncomfortable. All the advice says to build your wardrobe with basic and timeless pieces. Such as a white button-down shirt, blue jeans, black blazer, trench coat. Go for classics, however, I don't like how these clothes look on me and make me feel stiff and uncomfortable. Great tips.
I look forward to your videos each week. They are so organized and the fonts you use are so simple and classic. Being newly retired (from 30 years as an educator), I find my wardrobe really needed a change and a refresh. Your videos are helping me figure out what I really like, what I need, and at this point I am focusing not only on the look, but how comfortable the piece is. Thank you for helping me figure out what I like, what I need, how to take care of it (without the dry cleaner), and how to style clothing to make the most of it.
Thank you, Audrey, for guiding us through the curated wardrobe journey. I thoroughly enjoy your videos and learn so much from you. My ultimate aim is to have a curated wardrobe with quality pieces. Getting there, progressively so.
Aaahhhh I love this advice so much! We recently had our Master bedroom closet finished with built-ins, and had to move everything out for 3 months. I only moved back in the things I loved and had the energy to grab from a room down the hall, and ended up donating a good portion of the rest from that season. Now, everything from all seasons is in that finished closet and I can see everything at once. Plus, for transitional seasons it works very well, vs. having a dedicated summer vs. winter section of clothing.
Love the tips of keeping uncertain pieces in another place. ❤️❤️❤️
Surprised at how helpful this was! Thanks for focusing on what we already have and advising a measured approach to tossing clothes. These are 2 of my major beefs with many minimalist channels! I see so many minimalism videos that make you feel like you need to buy a bunch of stuff! Lol! And I have definitely donated pieces only to regret it later on. Especially since I am an upcycler, who loves to create new designs from old items.
It is refreshing to hear a creator address very real economic issues many of us have. Thanks again!
Thank you so much for this amazingly helpful video, Audrey! I love that you emphasize that this is a journey, progress is more important than perfection and not to compare myself to anyone...like you!
Love this! Thank you for reiterating this information. Sometimes it takes more than once of hearing something to see just how to incorporate it fully into your life. Simple, but effective.
Hi Audrey. I totally agree with this idea of putting away items for a while. I've been doing this for some years now and it has really worked out for me. Thank you for sharing. Stay safe.
One of my favorites of your videos, Audrey! Thank you. Especially love your last tip, it's what I call the "purgatory" box. Within a year you'll know whether items can be donated or whether they've been pulled out because they're needed!
Thank you for another amazing video. I also absolutely loved your little helper appearing here and there! Take care
Thank you Audrey. Very good and useful advice. I try to declutter every 6 months and this way I feel I manage to control my wardrobe much better.
I could watch your videos forever! they are so calming! thanks for existing Audrey!
This hair style makes you look younger and more fresh. 💖Ps You look great all the time w either hair style. 🙂
I've worked hard while I had the money to cultivate my wardrobe and at the same time learn more about my personal style preferences. It takes a long time, or at least it did for me. I'm trying to get it pulled together in a way where I don't have a lot of off season things to put away, except for coats and a heavy sweater or two. This way I feel like I'm wearing more of my wardrobe all the time. I love linen shirts in the summer, but really they can be worn year round with a base layer. And kimonos look beautiful over sweaters, etc...
This video is so adorable and helpful. You are really helping me with style...love your casual classic look...thank you Audrey!
I love how your style is evolving and how much younger you look! You and Alyssa Beltempo are amazing youbers!
I was adding more and more items in my shopping list but then I remember your advice that we need to curate it with thoughts about what we already have, and I realized I need very few and wanted a lot 🥰
I just love your soothing voice. I can listen to it for hours! Also, the visuals in your videos are so beautiful and your tips are so useful. LOVE your channel!!!
Just made myself a cup of tea, perfect time Audrey😍
I just love your videos, Audrey. You have great tips and such a calm, lovely demeanor.
Audrey, as a retired senior, I no longer need all the clothes, but I still like them, just wished I went out more.
I'm in the same stage. And, we live in a rural area where most people wear jeans everywhere. Still, I enjoy nice clothes. I'm doing my happy styling anyway and hope other people will become interested in dressing nicely. Best regards to you
Barb B., wear what you like just for yourself. I have a few high end designer scarves and I don't go out. A friend of mine was shocked that I wear them at home. Why not? I love them.
I don't know if this helps, but you might consider three things: 1. if you're not wearing certain clothes, someone else might really need them. Maybe the thought that you've helped someone might make it easier to let go of things. 2. How do the clothes you wear daily for your life now make you feel? You deserve to feel good every day even if you're not going out as often. The clothes might be different from your old, favorite clothes, but they should still make you feel pretty. 3. Maybe try Audrey's suggestion of putting the clothes you don't wear anymore in a box. See how you like looking at a closet or drawers with just the things that suit you now. You might be surprised how good that feels.
Being quarantined, I'm lying on the bed with a glass of champagne, watching TV with my husband (who is in sweatpants), wearing a nice outfit that I would wear out to lunch with girlfriends. You feel so much better, especially in these times, if you make a little effort.
Blair Willis - I live in a small community. When I go out to shop especially in the summer I wear pretty dresses. I’m often asked if I’m going anywhere special!
You are so right about tip nr. 3. What works for someone may or may not work for you. Love the dog .
I'm still learning about my personal style since this a new process for me. I've been focusing on what I truly wear and what I don't wear. I've been creating mood boards on Pinterest and Instagram like you've suggested before. This has helped me understand my style a little better. I can't wait to get to a point where all of this feels natural. Thank you for helping me on my journey! Thank you so much for creating these videos!
Awesome tips!!!! I agree with everything, specially the year round colors and patterns, I've done that with my wardrobe and it works!! Your home looks beautiful btw, love the plants❤❤❤
So true about being overly aggressive about getting rid of things. A year ago when all the sweaters were a bit longer, I got rid of sweaters that were a bit shorter, or really normal length. Good sweaters that were nearly new. I donated them. Now this year with all the high waist-ed slacks and shorter sweaters, I think about what I donated and could just kill myself. I should have just put them aside for the time being. Live and learn. Your dog is just the cutest. He looks so cozy in that blanket. Thank you, Audrey for all your fashion wisdom.
Ciao Audrey, belli, interessanti e eleganti i tuoi video. Un saluto dall'Italia❤️
Lovely and very useful video, thanks for sharing! Some years ago I decluttered my whole wardrobe and now I have clothes all year around in it, I do not need to change wardrobe for each season, it is very simple to manage and with this crazy weather I can mix and match clothes.
I have been following you since a while and this video is so relatable to many of us. Lots of love!! Proud of your sustainable fashion and awareness
Your idea of finding a 'uniform' has truly transformed the way I dress especially in the summer. Nowadays, I tend to buy the same models in several colours. I haven't experimented with texture yet, but might do that as well.
Oh my gosh! This is the best video I've seen this topic. I've spent so much time recently comparing my wardrobe to someone else and focusing on what to buy then what I have
I love how you did your hair in this video! The new hair style looks so fresh and feminine! I tried to curl my hair a few times on my own and it was a total mess. So I knew how much effort your put into this. I love your clothing style and feel your style is slowly and subtly evolving for better and more classy and feminine!
My favorite video so far! Thank you so much, love these tips. Especially to work with what you have first. All the best to you, Audrey. Your channel is wonderful!
Will certainly keep these tips in mind as I reorganize my closet. Very helpful.
Bless you Audrey. Thanks for this inspiring video. ❤️❤️❤️
You inspired me to move into a capsule wardrobe what feels like years ago ... I believe I was one of your 50k subscribers at that time! Anywho, I’ve seen you evolve and really love the breath of fresh air. So many other UA-camrs are stuck in capsules or over indulging and encouraging us to participate too. I’ve naturally found myself also leaving all of my clothes in the closet and not partitioning them off for seasons any longer. I do believe that once you’ve figured out how you like to wear things and what silhouettes work for you, having all of your clothes in one closet isn’t overwhelming anymore. I think that’s because you have curbed the desire to spend or overlook what you own amid the clutter. Capsules teach you how to use and LOVE what you own. I’m never bored wearing the same black cami because finding a cami with the right V-Neck, lace pattern and fabric just took so much effort! Keep up the great work!
This is so inspiring! Thank you very much. All your videos are inspiring!!
Love your pup! While I am watching this two of my pups are wanting pets! Enjoying my products from Laundress!
I like your voice Audrey is gentle and calm also I love your style you give good tips on styling.thank you.
This is my favorite of your videos. It helped a lot. I watch it repeatedly!
i wish i had watched this before i did my closet decluttering. I do regret getting rid of some pieces of clothing that I often think about now and realise how I could have worn them better. Some were vintage pieces passed down from my mother that i didn't know how to style but were beautiful pieces. Thanks for sharing these helpful tips!
If I had a large enough closet in my bedroom, I would definitely not haul out of season items to another closet down the hall. I make do with a small closet that I share with my husband. Actually, we both have a few locations for clothes through our the house. Everyday outer wear in the entry hall closet, walking and gardening clothes by basement door, dressier coats in closet with the out of season clothes, and hoodies, hats, and polar tecs in laundry room on hooks.
The outline on the side is a wonderful idea! I love your pup
Love all your latest videos. You talk in such an elegant and soft way. In the previous videos, you were great too. But I love the gentle soft talk in the latest ones
We’re in lockdown till 1 June and I’m so happy to at least still see new videos on ur channel. Thank you!
Great tips for keeping your personal style when cleaning out your closet!!!
The dog is enjoying the serenity. Good life. 😊
I love everything about your videos! Even the music is well suited!!💗
Wonderful video Audrey! I've reduced my wardrobe over the past few years and am about to do another major cull. It's a great time to be doing one since I'm confined anyway. xoxo
Amazing, soothing, angelic voice you have, Audrey. I feel like at spa when you talk...
Wow, the layered necklaces you’re wearing are gorgeous!
Hi Audrey, couldn't you make a closet tour video? What pieces do you have for this spring and how do you organize your wardrobe.
maria e. I would love to! I haven’t yet because we only have one closet because our house was built in the late 1800s and our closet is in the guest room which has terrible light. I’m still trying to figure out the best way to film in there but will hopefully have something soon ❤️
@@AudreyCoyne Thank you for answering Audrey. Oh! I know I'm asking to much, but I also would love to see your beautiful house, the backgrounds that can be seen in your videos are always so lovely!
Greetings from Spain, and take care ❤️
It would be lovely to see how your closet looks like Audrey Coyne. I don't strictly put away pieces as the season change. It works for me. I'd like to be inspired by how you do it
Great! Audrey, maybe you could pull out sections and film them in detail elsewhere .. Just a thought
This was a much needed video!☺️💕
Wonderful tips. Using this time to declutter and having lost weight, plan a new capsule wardrobe. Many thanks!
Finally someone who doesn't advise to get ride of clothes. I did this mistake and I regret. Unluckily not every item can be replaced. Now I don't get ride of nothing, but I decided to wear everything in my closet. Thank you for your soothing and so amazing channel.
These were useful tips. Thanks
Audrey.
Love how you styled your hair for this video, gorgeous!!! This video came at a perfect time for me, great tips! I’m struggling with the fifth tip though, I live in Chicago where the winters can be brutal, I can’t imagine what a year round fabric would be for our weather? Love the last tip, I’m going to utilize it this week. I will take a photo of the clothes I put away so I don’t forget and go buy it again. Thanks for your videos they’ve really help.
Thanks for your video. It's so pleasant and I love the way you promote a bit of refinement in life. Stay safe and well.
I like that your tips are truly tips that each of us can use and personalize. So many influencers are only trying to sell viewers on the latest trend! At 63 years young, I am still learning to be true to my style and the colors I like. I find that I feel better in my clothes by going with what I really love!
Loved this video Audrey! Thank you :)
Adorable dog 🐕 & thanks for your tips!
I did the KonMari method just over a year ago. The major game changer in that was purchasing thin velvet hangers with hooks on them so I can stack the clothes. One item per hanger. I also bought some skirt and pant hangers with hooks so I can do the same. When I look in my wardrobe I feel joy, joy, joy!! I also put my shoes in clear plastic containers. The uniformity of the equipment is revolutionary!!
I have always packed away out of season clothes so I only have the relevant season in my wardrobe. I find it more relaxing when I only have what I need.
I love your videos! Beautiful as always.
You look so beautiful and fresh, I love your look. Thanks a lot for sharing your learning, it is always very illuminating to watch your videos. Stay well! ☺️
Audrey great tips❣️You have a very calm presence 🙂
YAAAS. this video is perfect timing as I’m quarantined!!👌🤣
Eleanor Josefina yay! 🤗 happy curating and stay healthy ❤️
We have almost the same name wow! Hi 🤣
Audrey, you are beautiful and so are the videos you make, they truly are so inspiring to me. I am happy I found your channel :)
Mady thank you so much! ❤️
Love your tiny brown baby. Your advice is always helpful and true.
Been loving your content lately! Perfect timing! Hello from LA!
Love seeing Maddy again, as always I like your tips
That's very honest and helpful advice. Very balanced and measured as always!
This video hit me hard! I am now trying to pull myself back and keep things that I need but don't want to keep: Especially from thowing away those elegant uncomfortable pieces that people sometimes need.
You look extra pretty here. Love the perfectly “unkept” hairstyle. Great personal style tips! Definitely learning a few things to get me where I want to be sooner, by planning and color palette kept simple but flattering to me. Thanks for all your hard work on these great videos!!
I'm glad I'm not the only who was a little too ruthless in the beginning when I first went through my wardrobe. I started out doing it KonMari style, and as I continued on, I became a little too strict and focused in on the number of clothes I have. Needless to say that I feel better about where I'm at now, and while I do still make small edits to my wardrobe, I do it with more intention now with a heavy focus on what's not working for me or what I haven't worn in the last year or so.
The video is truly helpful, and this hairstyle suits you so beautifully!
Thanks for sharing your valuable tips.👍
Love these videos !
Audrey, your hair, IT LOOKS AMAAAZING!! Is this your natural curl?
ttjnaaa thank you so much! It is :) I just recurved a few of the front bits ❤️
ttjnaaa love it !
I agree! It looks so fresh and youthful :)
thanks very much for another useful and to the point video :) always enjoying these.. the part about having a year-round closet is especially applicable to me - i live in Melbourne (Australia) and the weather is literally the most unpredictable thing about this city. Most people living here have to able to change between 4 seasons within a day at times - which means i cannot put away a lot of the traditionally "seasonal" clothes. this on the other hand creates an opportunity to mix and match and layer pieces in a larger variety of ways and keep things creative
I still struggle with personal style. I truly don't know what mine is. I know what I like but as a whole it seems to be all over the place! Great video and you look stunning! Thank you so much for all your hard work! It's a welcome change to these crazy times! Stay safe and be well! 🤗
I'd love to see your tips on how to care for certain fabrics, if you haven't already uploaded a video over that. You're so thoughtful about fashion and finances, you've already covered so many topics I would have never even thought of! I always get excited about fashion after watching your videos 😊
I discovered your channel during this pandemic I really enjoy your previous video. I'm a "classic" lady and take pride in wearing the basics ....and classic timeless pieces My camel cashmere coat is now over 33 years old and is just like new. My Ferragamo shoes are vintage now. I wear a signet ring which I have worn since high school. Thank you. I enjoy your approach, your channel, and your voice.
I just love your voice. Your voice is so sweet and calming.