Is this insane?

[amaranth]

So lately I feel discouraged every time I get dressed. I have hundreds of clothing items but even after putting on 5-6 I still feel ugly or frumpy.

Would it be crazy to get rid of everything and start over? I would keep anything I feel GREAT in, and ditch the rest. It would feel wasteful, but I think less annoying too. Thoughts?

[grover]

I just did this, but haven't managed to replace anything yet. I donated it all to Amvets, which will pick up at your house and leave a tax donation slip for you.

[katespade]

I don't think that's crazy. Maybe you could take some of it to a consignment store so you can have some extra money to put toward new clothes.

[estrellita]

If I had the money I'd totally do this! I'd really prefer to lose this belly so I can fit into more of my old stuff but realistically it probably won't happen, haha. I don't think it's crazy!

[polarbearfans]

Not insane. I would set stuff aside for a month or so just in case you change your mind, but a fresh start sounds amazing. You can out together a lot of different outfits from just a few items and accesories.

[travelbug]

I don't think it's insane. It sounds expensive haha. But I'd totally want to do this if I could afford it... I really need a new wardrobe too! I like katespade's idea about trying to make a little money back so you can use that to fund your new clothes

[Deleted]

I vote not insane. I did this last fall with all my work/professional clothing. I wanted to start over with quality pieces that fit better and I felt better in.

[wanderingenough]

Think about how often you clean out your closet. If it's not often (every other season or so?), I vote not insane. It's incredible how quickly stuff you don't even want can pile up when you don't part with it. Plus you deserve to be happy! I say donate or sell what you can, and start fresh.

[thegrassskirt]

I have totally been there! After reading The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up, I went especially crazy with only keeping items in my closet that "spark joy" (which might only make sense if you read the book, LOL). I'd personally rather have 5 things that make me feel amazing rather than a closet filled with clothes that don't make me feel so hot.

[amaranth]

A lot of my clothes were purchased in high school from the Kohls clearance rack. Sooo, a lot of mishappen cotton shirts by now. I don't think I've ever invested in quality clothing.

Thanks for the encouragement everyone. I think this week I'll work through things to get rid of. I can't afford to replace everything, but I can at least slowly start to accumulate things.

[MrsAggie]

Doooo ittttt!

[awick14]

If you can afford it I would do it.

[mac08]

If you don't wear the stuff, I would definitely get rid of it!  Especially if it's from high school!  Have you heard of a capsule wardrobe? Here is a blog entry about it:
www.un-fancy.com/category/capsule-wardrobe-101/
If you google capsule wardrobe there are a lot more articles about it.  But basically, it suggests that by having a smaller number of clothes that are good quality, fit you well, and look good, you will actually have more versatility in your wardrobe.  I haven't done this but I have thought about it!

[Skyesthelimit1212]

If I could afford to start all over again, I SO would, plus I'd get a personal shopper.