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Ask the difficult questions

Once you can see all your clothes laid out in front of you, it’s time to ask the difficult questions. Some ideas:

Have I worn this in the past year? The past two?

Does this still fit me?

Would I buy this if I saw it today?

Will I ever actually fix that button?

If you find yourself answering ‘no’ to any of the above, transfer the piece in question to your donate, resell or chuck pile.

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Re-hang correctly

With the pieces you have chosen to keep, take some time to store them all in the best possible way. Organise items into their own drawers and fold neatly so as to minimise creases, and in a way that allows you to see exactly what’s on offer. Store pieces properly. For example, always fold your cashmere, and keep items such as dresses and shirts hung to avoid creases. Your shoes and handbags should be stored in their boxes and original dust bags wherever possible to prevent dust gathering.

Invest in high quality wooden hangers and organise your clothes according to type or colour. As you slowly rebuild your wardrobe, you will be able to spot any gaps which need to be filled. Perhaps it’s the perfect luxury cashmere sweater or staple trousers that will complete your edit.

Be the gateway

Don’t let your hard work go to waste by re-filling your newly detoxed closet as soon as the sales arrive. If you’re truly committed to keeping your wardrobe lean and organised, you could adopt a one-in, one-out policy, or simply track your spending and keep notes on which pieces you already have.

But, if you come across something that fills you with joy, then by all means invest.

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