Over the years, a wardrobe sees plenty of clothes. The collection changes with the season. Linen shirt leave room for wool sweaters… silky skirts leave room for jeans... It is well known, the wardrobe majority remains locked and never see the light. Forgotten, unloved and old-fashioned items… Today, Made & More provides you tips on how to sort out correctly your wardrobe and shop smart. Let’s adopt the « less is more » philosophy.
#1. Identify your needs.
It’s important to know that each person will not have the same wardrobe, even if it is minimalist. Identify what you really need. Adapt your wardrobe depending on your lifestyle, your job and yours activities. Our tip to shop smart is to write a list of items you need in your wardrobe and complete it over time.
#2. Nice fits.
Do you know your morphology? When you know it, you know which clothes suit you better and this is a great help during your shopping. It prevents « unnecessary shopping », you will only buy suitable clothes. If your silhouette changed over the years, do not burden yourselves with clothes that no longer fit. If you want to know your body shape, here is a test to check yours.
Bloggers say there are essential items to have in your wardrobe.
If you are looking for inspiration, here are ideas coming straight from bloggers :
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« work and play basic essentials for your wardrobe ».
3#. Right choices of colors.
Through the years, you determine your favorite colors. You feel better and comfortable when you are wearing these colors. Neutral colors like white, black and grey are timeless and suit everyone. If you do not know what are your favorite colors to wear, take tests!
Did you know?
There are 4 types of person : spring, summer, fall or winter. Depending on that, there is a recommendable color palette for clothing.
4#. Shop smart.
Try to go for good fabrics. Of course the clothes are more expensive but you will keep the items much longer. In the end, you will be the winner.
What can you do with your surplus of clothes?
When you have sorted out your wardrobe, do not throw your clothes away. If some items are in good shape, try to sell them on Internet or organize a jumble sale with your friends. There is also the clothes-bartering option. Otherwise, you can give your clothes to your entourage or to people who need it. You can give them to non-profit-making organizations like the Red Cross, Les Petits Riens etc.
You can also keep your old clothes and give them a second life. An old t-shirt can become wipes, pillowcases, a re-usable shopping bag… Let your fantasy run wild.
Now you know everything! You have a guide to shop and you can fully live your life with your new minimalist wardrobe.
If you want to complete your new wardrobe with pretty and sustainable clothes, try The First Collection by Made & More. The First is made of different basic and timeless clothes for spring and summer. The collection is made in France with high quality fabrics like organic cotton.
On the other hand, « La Dolce » collection keeps you warm in the colder days. Made in Carpi (Italy) with merino wool, these clothes with beautiful fits will be for sure your new essentials!
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