Should I toss, donate or keep this?
At 50, thats a toughie.
Our clothes have been our cheerleaders, confidence boosters and therapists.
They got us through weight changes, difficult workdays, job interviews,dates, marriages and divorces.
Breaking up is hard to do.
Is that power-shoulder blazer from the 80s a keeper?
Its a designer label!
What about the green cowboy boots snagged on a road trip?
Theyd cost $700 today!
How about all those perfectly fadedjeans?
Someday you may wear size 27 jeans and his may be a 34 waist… again.
As I said, its not easy.
Here are 10 ways to let it go:
1.
Get your closet and psyche ready.
Treat yourself to a big batch of skinny flocked hangers in one neutral color.
These will give you incentive, a sense of control and maximize the closet space.
Empty your closet and clean it down to the last shelf, rod and dusty corner.
Vacuum, dust and have big trash bags ready, labeled toss and donate.
Possible keepers go on the bed till hang-up time.
Youre now ready to pare down your clothes andclean up the clutterfor the life and body you have today.
Toss anything past its expiration date.
Do this category first.
Anything stained, worn out, threadbare, stretched, saggy or smelly is a goner.
This includes dingy or damaged shirts and tees (check the underarms and neck!
Donate whatever no longer works for you.
Were not hoarders but we do tend to hold on to clothes andaccessories.
; What if I lose 10 pounds this year?
; and But it was so expensive!
Be guided by your current size and shape, where you live and your current style of dress.
Think about what youve given up or would like to give up.
Maybe youve said bye-bye to tuck-in tops, high heels or any dress that requires shapewear or dry cleaning.
Keep the focus on your real life and tastes right now.
Surefire donations for him
Men resist closet purges just like we do.
