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I’m cleaning out my closet and room again. I never seem to get enough. I can’t stand living in a room packed with clothes, clutter and materialistic stuff that I don’t have use for. Need to let go of stuff. Stuff doesn’t own me, consuming time and energy any longer. When I was younger, I was emotionally attached to every single item I owned, basically. Now, I can’t let go of the stuff that used to belong to my grandmother such as empty perfume bottles, her pillow etc. As a child, I’d keep everything from handkerchiefs to combs that belonged to the people I loved. Every time my family came to visit and forgot some unnecessary belongings – I’d save it in a box. Erasing their stuff equals erasing them from my life. I can’t keep on saving their stuff for the rest of my life. That’s why I need to put an end to this compulsive behavior because I know that the people I love will disappear from my life sooner or later. At last, I’ve realized the fact. That’s a good start.
Simplicity is all I need in order to remove the stress and lead a somewhat peaceful life. I need to bring out my inner zen monk, paradoxically with a fondness for perfectly tailored designer clothes.. lol. I must list my clothes from Acne, April77, Ksubi etc on ebay soon. Someone else might have use for it.
I can't seem to get enough of de-cluttering my closet either, but after my last big effort last week, I am quiiiite satisfied for once. I do believe in clear rooms, clear mind as well! And I think it does work that way, because too much clutter around me makes me nervous somehow. And I am actually a really messy person.
V: Agree! Too much clutter makes me really nervous and stressed out. I'm the kind of person who cannot compromise, so it is either everything or nothing. I'll try to approach nothing.
I always find it mega difficult to get rid of some of my clothes/stuff, still trying to do it once in a while.
I want to sort my closet out as well, but I only have 30-40 pieces as it is, so if I throw things away I basically have nothing left.And why in the world would you want to sell your acne clothes?!
I think it's natural to want to hold on to things that belonged to people you love. Maybe instead of keeping stuff just keep a diary and jot down memories so you won't forget – takes up a lot less space!Not having a crammed closet helps me dress better I think – I can actually see all my clothes and put outfits together more easily. One thing I'm trying to do is wear everything in my closet rather than reaching for the same things all the time. It's kind of hard, but as long as those items are visible it's easier.P.S. I thought of another stylish shortie – Miroslava Duma. Even pregnant she's cute!
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Jeg føler det likt på veldig mange måter. Jeg har tatt vare på SÅ mange ting bare fordi jeg "connecter" dem med folk jeg er glad i og opplevelser. Jeg har også begynt å gi bort og kaste/bli kvitt masse ting, men jeg får aldri nok. Nå har jeg kommet til et punkt hvor jeg har kastet så mye at det jeg står igjen med er ting jeg virkelig MÅ ha, som viktige papirer, permer, noen blader og sminken min etc. Likevel føler jeg at jeg har alt for mye…
This has been something I have been attempting since summer Holiday began upon returning from Uni! I did a bit back in May/June and now I am doing yet another clean through both of clothes and just the general rubbish that I have kept during my life. Like you, I always held on to so much! My mum jokingly called me a 'pack-rat' as a child because of the behaviour of it all. It always feel so nice to de-clutter and get rid of the things I no longer need/use. I do find it hard at times to part from some clothes, as I had spent money on them at one time, but honestly if I haven't worn it in a year or so it will soon be finding it's way to ebay/salvation army/thrift store. It's such a nice feeling so see heaps of clutter vanish, it defiantly is a stress reliever that I never realise was really there. Plus, putting good condition clothing on Ebay is always a great idea, since you can make some of the money back.
i have been simplifying my house as well. it seems like i have been organizing for two years!http://www.strumblings.com
my closet is in serious need of a de clutter xxx
im de-cluterring at the moment too. trying to pare everything back to a minimal, phoebe philo-esque modernity. let's see how i go haha.X
I'm have that problem too. I can't throw anything away. I always feel guilty and think I might need it later on. Great blog!
I've been busy sorting out my closet too! From now on I'm going to be even more critic before I buy something. I love the image! The perfect basics!
The emotionally attatchment is something I need to get over as well. I've tried to move things along and get rid of certain items but that's as far as I get. Right now I still have two garbage bags filled with clothes that I have yet to sell or give away. I'll get past it eventually though
Love those Converse sneakers!StylePickshttp://stylepicks.blogspot.com
jeg liker denne tankegangen veldig godt. selv bruker jeg alle klærne som henger i skapet mitt. ang marant etoile jakken,så er den veldigveldig fin. hvis jeg fortsatt får tak i den når min cash flow er bedre, så kjøper jeg den garantert
my closet is disgusting. I have such a hard time getting rid of things. Well, I'll have one or two giant bags for charity and send it out but it never seems to make a dent.
hvis du ikke har sett den, bør du se "everything is illuminated". denne posten minnet om den. du er nok ikke som typen i den filmen, men det handler om en som samler på ting som har tilhørt familien…
I HAVE NEED FOR SOME OF IT!!even though i'm also in the process of scaling back. i can't SEE all of my clothing, which is a consequence of a smaller closet, but also of my compulsive behavior and a recent change in styling. i realized that i don't NEED many of these things, but what if i need them in a month? in a year? in a few weeks? so instead, i'm trying to find things that can be more versatile. black pencil skirt can be worn for nights out on the town as well as to work or to the movies. white blouses can be worn on interviews, to the supermarket, to brunch. it's a slow process, but with recent life changes, i realize that i am totally capable of doing all this now, so the dumping begins anew!best of fortune in your cutting back. i know how the clutter can nibble away at one's peace of mind
Very cute basics! Love the allstars :)
Helt enig med deg, det er vanskelig, men man må prøve å løsrive seg fra en del saker og ting. Håper det gikk bra!xxelen
Why don't you consider selling items on your blog? I had some good luck with that on my blog awhile back.labellafigura.netAlso, would love to see a picture of your closet one day. Your styel is so inspirational to me lately. I also limit my wardrobe to black, navy, gray, but also cream.
Thanks for all the comments… I'm so exhausted so I won't answer all of them..Concerning selling my clothes on my blog, no.. I don't think I want to do it BECAUSE that would be morally ambivalent. I write posts in which I encourage you to stop shopping blahblah, and then I push my stuff on you? No.. but maybe. I've got some very very beautiful garments that I'm trying to sell.