Every now and again, I get a client who wants to
Know exactly what, exactly, should be in her cupboard. She
Wants a precise collection of pieces so that she can
Figure out what she’s, determine what she
Needs, tick off the list, and never worry about
Gets annoyed – like I am trying to be coy or’m
than to torment her. Truthfully, I’m not.
The reality is that everybody’s needs are
different. Heck, your own needs today are
Probably very different from what they were ten
Years ago, and what they’ll be ten years from
now. Lifestyles change.
needs.
Rather than asking yourself:”What should be in my
wardrobe?”
Is,”Can I go everywhere I want to go with what is
For most women, the answer is,”No.”
Most tend to spend the bulk of their clothes
Allowance on their job wardrobes and then look
rag-tag during off hours.
Home or stay at home often short-change their
Own wardrobes and spend the money on their children
Or in other areas instead. When either group is
Faced with a new situation like traveling, a special
Function, or even a dramatic weather change, they are
totally unprepared. That’s when they go looking
For a list so they won’t be caught short again.
So how can you create your own list?
By taking a few minutes to jot down your Requirements
Then compare that list to what’s in your
closet. You’ll find those gaping”holes” right
away.
1. Write It Down
Jot down a basic list of actions you do in an
Typical week, month, and year. You might also
Here’s an example:
Weekly
Work
Church
Exercise
Take children to their activities
Errands
Eat out
Monthly
Volunteer at library
Association meeting
Host dinner party
Luncheon with friends
Go to the movies
Annually
Association Conference
Cross-country excursion to in-laws’ house
Beach vacation
Ski vacation
Summer stock theatre tickets
Occasional Activities
Parties
Going to the ballet or opera
Weddings, graduations, funerals
Seasonal stuff like swimming, hay rides,
2. Check Your Closet
And compare your typical actions to the
Do they match? Or
are they way out of balance? Odds Are,
They are somewhere in between.
3. Identify the Holes
Hard-pressed to think of something decent to
Wear from what is in your cupboard right now. Is it
The evenings out? The
funerals? How about your outerwear wardrobe?
4. Brainstorm Mix and Match Possibilities
Before you head to the mall or start clicking
Away online, determine which portions you have that
Could work for numerous activities. Could you
Pair some of your dress work pants with a casual
Top for a great weekend look? Could you wear a
Could that dark suit also
work well at a funeral? Could you pair one of
Great fall weekend ensemble?
Write down (or snap a photo of) anything you come
Notebook, and keep that laptop in your closet
Or some other handy place for easy reference.
5. Confirm Your List
Now you should have an idea of what you REALLY
Need to fill out your wardrobe. Start with the
Items that will have the biggest impact FIRST
(weekend wear if you have no casual clothes, a
Winter coat if you have none), and then proceed
To the other things as your budget permits. Before
You know it, you’ll have all you want to
Building a functional wardrobe takes a little
Whether you are in school, in
A demanding career, staying at home, or enjoying
Your retirement, you need to build the wardrobe
That’s right for YOU, that will take you wherever
You will need to go. There is no magic”one-size-fits
You alone can accurately determine
Your needs, so take a little time to determine what you
Have, what you need, and how to get from Point A
To Point B in the most cost-effective manner
possible. Remember: you don’t need to have a
Lot to LOOK like you’ve got a lot. You just need
The ideal pieces to get the job done.