Wardrobe Declutter (for the second time in 2022!) | Closet Declutter Vlog
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- Опубликовано: 9 авг 2022
- It's finally time for Part Two of my Wardrobe Declutter - and there will very likely be a part Three as there's still a lot to sort through! I find it so hard to let go of clothing, but bit by bit, they are leaving the building for new homes elsewhere.
After putting this off for YEARS, I'm finally decluttering my wardrobe to make way for just the things I truly love. I've ended up in a situation where I genuinely have tons of clothes and nothing to wear! Something needed to change. So I'm starting the process of a wardrobe declutter (closet declutter or closet cleanout as you might refer to it overseas), and over the next year or so will work to develop a wardrobe that truly fits the person I am today, rather than the person I was over a decade ago, who led a very different life.
WATCH PART ONE HERE:
• Wardrobe Declutter - P...
Over the last few years, I've come to the realisation that whilst a certain level of material things do add to your life, more stuff will not necessarily make you happier. This realisation hit me when I looked around my home that was filled with stuff (so much so I felt I needed a bigger house) and couldn't say I was particularly happier than when I lived in Spain (in 2008) when everything I had with me fit in one large drawer and a very small wardrobe.
These days I prefer to adopt a buy less, buy better approach, with a focus on quality over quantity, removing the clutter, adopting aspects of minimalism, and utilising my money in the best way possible.
WHERE ELSE TO FIND ME:
Instagram - / kirstyloukirby
Blog - www.kirstykirby.com
MAKE UP WORN:
ABH Modern Renaissance Palette
Estee Lauder Sumptuous Extreme Mascara
Benefit Brow Powder
Estee Lauder Double Wear Foundation
Estee Lauder Double Wear Concealer
Laura Mercier Translucent Powder
MAC SkinFinish in Medium Deep (As Bronzer)
MAC Blusher in Mocha
MAC Lip Liner in Soar
MAC Lipstick in Brave
NAILS:
Chanel Le Vernis Nail Colour in Organdi
CLOTHING:
Dress - F&F Clothing (several years old)
LIGHTING:
Natural Light (ie Daylight)
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So sorry I've been gone for so long, I thought about doing a video update, and then realised that was really narcissistic and decided to just update you in a comment instead lol! Basically, I decided to take a week to 10 days off for my birthday and then intended to be back - but then had gas works going on on my street and at my house, which involved workmen being in and out of my property everyday for 3 weeks (which drove me slightly insane!) In and amongst all that, without going into details, my job is no more and I have no idea what to do next. I haven't loved the industry I was in for some time so on the one had its a great opportunity to consider a new direction, but at the same time lack of income is troubling for anyone (thankfully the emergency fund I'm always talking about will be incredibly useful now) - so my greatest apologies, it's been too long, but hopefully it should be back to regular uploads, especially now I have a little more time on my hands. KK xx
😍🤗 Coco!
Good luck with whatever direction you take in your career Kirsty, I'm certain you'll ace anything you're involved with ☺️
p.s. You're the only woman I've ever watched for more than five minutes discussing clothes! I really enjoyed the video 😂🥳☺️
@@rubysausages ha ha I will wear that honour with pride 😉
There’s not much out there at the moment but hopefully it won’t be too long until I sort it out xx
@@KirstyKirby aw, well it'll be good to have a rest/break from working life before you find something new.
Hope you had a nice birthday! 🎂☺️
Sounds like a stressful time! Best of luck sussing out what's next for you.... you're obviously a smart and capable woman so I'm sure you'll be absolutely fine. But I'm sure it's also a worrying time too. Thank goodness indeed for that emergency fund! I'm sure this will be a blessing in disguise for you in the long term. Be bold and brave and chase your passions! Best of luck. And thanks again for your content - really enjoy your videos and appreciate your work. Hopefully you'll continue on RUclips! X X
@@aimietonsberg8685 thanks Aimie! No idea what I’m going to do next and there’s not a lot out that’s of interest so far. As you say I’m sure I’ll look back in time and think it was a good thing - just a little scary with the whole cost of living stuff! Xx
So since I filmed this yesterday I also sent the green floral dress and the jumpsuit to the sell pile, the jodhpurs have gone into storage short term (if I don't go riding again in the coming months they will have to go along with my riding boots), I also pulled out a few more bits of workout wear to go. Went through my hat box off camera and let go of a few bits of millinery too. Have also added a few more tops to the maybe pile that I'm certain will go in the next declutter as they are a little on the small side. I really do find that this decluttering malarkey is like a muscle - it feels so hard to let go, but then you reflect overnight and realise you just wont wear them, and it becomes easier to let go.
Love the decluttering videos. Glad you are back.
@@belindarhodes4323 thanks Belinda! I have a bit of time on my hands now and determined to do some more decluttering so should have some more videos up soon. 😊
I really enjoyed this one, Kirsty. Can I just say: WOW there's been a lot of personal growth! Rejecting wearing body con all the time, embracing comfort, no longer buying clothes that you need to slim into, getting rid of the size 6-8 workout stuff knowing you don't want to pressure yourself down to that size - well done!
Awww thanks Amy! That comment really means a lot. I’ve struggled with issues around body image and body dysmorphia since my teenage years so as odd as it might sound I’m really proud of myself! X
@@KirstyKirby It doesn't sound odd at all, pal. We live in a society that puts SO MUCH pressure on us to look a certain way and it takes a lot of strength to reject the things it tells us. I know it's always a work in progress but seriously, you've come so far and definitely should be proud of yourself ❤️
I would never comment on someone having a lot of anything. What I can’t stand is mess. And you take wonderful care of everything just like i do.
I’m glad to hear it. That it is more a question of preference. 😊I admire you and your journey a lot. To be honest, as I said somewhere before, I struggle with the same issues. The first video of yours I ever watched , Made me feel so encoraged not to give up. I loved that you didn’t begin your tips with the usual “start by decluttering your wardrobe in order to achieve a certain level of curation and create the perfect capsule”. I’m a bit fed up with that speech. I have grown in a home where everything was kept and up leveled. All items had long lives. And i love that. You are amazing. Don’t let anyone tell you otherwise. ❤😊
I find these videos so inspiring and motivating! I save old jeans to use a patching for other things (dog beds, blankets, random lining rips in coats etc) and jeans; my partner tends to destroy the back bottom hem of his jeans so I will fix those with the old jeans. And, I’ve re-hemmed second-hand shop jeans to the right length using old jeans.
I tend to find myself motivated watching declutter videos too!
I’m hoping if I try some better quality jeans they might last longer. I wear them a lot so I do tend to wear them until it’s no longer possible 😂 but I still feel guilty putting them in the bin.
Will have a think about ways I could use them instead of binning. Now most jeans have elastane in they’re challenging to recycle into new jeans.
Completely agree with your struggle and approach! ❤❤❤
Thanks Sandra! I’ve let go of quite a lot more since this video and I’ve found the approach of doing it but by bit rather than a huge knee jerk clear out is much better (for me at least). I’ve had no regrets about anything I’ve let go of doing it this way. Thanks for watching!
Sorry for the job loss Kristy! I hope you find something interesting soon. I love your videos. Thank you for sharing you experiences and perspective with us.
I’m sure something will pop up soon. Thanks for your well wishes 😊 x
Love your videos, I find them very insightful & inspiring. With your forward thinking, a
better career is just around the corner for you x
Hope so Alex! There’s not a great deal out there at the moment!
Lovely to have a video from you again!
Thanks Emmy! Hope you enjoyed and should have more content up soon 😊
Great video, Kirsty! Very motivating and an important message in there in taking our own time when it comes to decluttering and doing our best so our stuff doesn't end up in a landfill. I would love to see a perfume video! I have a little obsession with perfume and find that it changes my mood and links back to memories. X
I really admire those people who do it all in one fell swoop, but I’ve found some real benefits in doing it over a longer period of time and I have very few regrets about anything I’ve decluttered no doubt due to taking my time. X
Recently decluttered my closet as well. I was brutal. I reorganized my clothes by color as well. I don't need any more green, blue, white, or black clothes. If I purchase anything else, it's to expand my color selection and has to go with what I currently have. Plus, I wish to elevate my style as well.
I’m definitely leaning into the ‘has to go with things I already have’ when considering a purchase. So much of what we end up with that’s rarely worn is often those things that are lovely individually but we have nothing to go with them! Thanks for watching 😊
I looove empties videos! And I also love decluttering videos :)
I find myself watching decluttering videos too. I find them oddly motivating.
So sorry about your job,hoping you find something soon! Always enjoy your declutters!
Thanks Lola, I’m sure something will turn up. Will have some more decluttering filmed after the heat goes on Monday - I can’t bear to be sticky and on camera 😂 x
‘This is a sentimental pair of sequin hot pants’ 😂 This had me howling! Love hearing how you think through each decluttering decision.
I love them! I’ll likely never wear them again but wore them to some amazing events when I lived abroad, I don’t keep much for sentimental reasons but those are only small and fit in a memory box no problem
Love this!!
Thanks hon! xx
Lovely to see you back🥰 so sorry to hear about you job loss and hope something comes your way soon. Really enjoy your declutting videos. It always encourages me to do same thing......like you, I too cut up old t-shirts for cleaning cloths etc.. Enjoy your day🥰xx
Thanks Teresa, I'm sure things will work themselves out in the end. Will definitely have more videos coming up decluttering - now I have a bit of time on my hands I'm thinking I should use it to do all those things I've been putting off! xx
@@KirstyKirby Good to hear you are feeling positive about things...totally agree with you about using your time to do things that normally get put on the back burner! Will look forward to seeing more decluttering videos from you. Enjoy rest of your day and the sunshine 🌞 🥰x
Love a declutter video😀🤍
Me too, I'm a sucker for them. I often think why I am watching someone else's tidying but I love it! I cant quite believe I've been decluttering for a year though and still have so far to go! x
Best of luck with your job hunt, Kirsty. x
Thanks Molly, hopefully something will come along xx
I’m sorry to hear about your job, sending you good vibes and wishing you good luck in finding a better suited one for you. There’s a lot going on for you, I hope that you will have time to breathe 😊. Thank goodness for the emergency fund! How were you doing during the heat wave?
Thanks Dominique - yes it’s been rather a lot! Unfortunately during the heatwave I was stuck at home with the gas works team tearing apart my back garden 😫 so felt like I had to hide in the house and try to keep cool with all the curtains closed. It’s really warm again here this week so getting out and about where I can as it won’t be long as the cold weather will set in. Xx
I am in the process of doing the same. I learned a couple of things that have worked for me. First, I made a list of categories and counted the number of items I own in each category. I was shocked by the numbers. I set goal for each category. I also switch out seasonally and turn all the hangers around backwards. When I wear an item and turn the hanger back the regular way. Close to the end of the season, the items that were not worn, I force myself to wear the item and see how I feel. If I don't feel great, I let it go. Don't hang on to things that don't look good on you or you haven't worn because it is no longer your style or you don't have the right thing to wear with it. We all have plenty of things in our wardrobe that we love without keeping these things. You can do it!
Hi Lisa, I know the hanger method, it’s a very common decluttering tip, but I don’t rate it myself for a few reasons. Your idea of categories is interesting but having a set amount of things in each category isn’t something I’m aiming for, a capsule wardrobe or a set amount of clothing isn’t a goal of mine.
I’m not sure if you’ve seen my videos before but I’m not holding on to things particularly - I prefer to slowly declutter and that way I experience no regret. I thought I explained that in this video, but it seems like I must not have worded it well. Some items I move to a maybe for a while, and then decide over time. This works best for me, but I appreciate you may prefer a more in one fell swoop Kon Mari approach. That’s not for me.
Not sure if I said something in the video to inadvertently suggest I was keeping things that ‘look bad’ on me, sorry if I did as that’s certainly not the case, those things have left long ago with no problem. I don’t keep things that make me feel bad about myself either, I explained in the video that I wasn’t keeping that sort of thing. Not sure if that was directed at me or just general tips for anyone decluttering.
Thanks for sharing your experience though, pleased the tips you shared worked for you and I’m sure others in the comments will appreciate them.
Glad your back💐…….how strange I did mine on Monday .
I now have half a drawer of tops and 2 pairs of 3/4 length trousers
Even the shelf in my wardrobe only has 4 pairs of jeans on it.
I do have a bit more hung up tho.!!
Sorry to hear about your job,I really hope you find something soon 💕
Thanks Jane, I’m sure I’ll work out what to do soon.
It’s good to be letting things go isn’t it?! I’ve got to a point where I’m really intentional about what I bring in, but still need to get more done in regards to letting things go. I see it as a process, if you keep chipping away it will get there 😊
Glad to see you have put the floral body con dress to declutter. It’s not your best colour or shape. You look great in fit and flare. However I think the lilac hoodie is a fabulous colour for you, and would be good if you are going to the gym more. All the best on the next stage of work journey
Yes I love a fit and flare shape, seems to balance my shape more! I’ve been sharing my outfit repeating over on Instagram taking photos of outfits I’m wearing and it really shows up what looks best on you! X
Purple top please!!!!
Hi Kirsty! Sorry to hear about your job. I hope things improve soon but like you say, thank goodness for your emergency fund. I think you can just put those jeans in a clothes recycling bank. We have a TRAID one near us and anything that can't be sold in their shops is broken down and used to make something else, where possible. I have also seen Salvation Army ones. Have a good week.
I’ve always been told they can’t be recycled due to the elastane content. Too difficult to separate the fibres apparently, but I’ll have a look as if they can be recycled that’s great. Making them into something else would be great as the fabric in the places that don’t tend to wear is absolutely fine xx
Great video Kirsty - thank you. It's great to see you slimming down your wardrobe and explaining why you're getting rid of certain pieces - really helpful as I can relate!! Have you thought about finding out more about your colours? (Colour theory!?) I noticed you have all sorts of colours in your wardrobe - some of which look so much more stunning with your hair/skin/eye colour than others. If you're still wanting to reduce and fine tune your wardrobe I really think identifying your best colours and slowly working towards creating your own personal colour palette would really help. I'm not a colour expert at all but you look to me like a 'Bright winter' that would best suit clear, cool and bright colours - fuschia pink, periwinkle blue, bright apple green etc. I've done this recently myself and it has helped enormously! It really helps you to let go of clothes that really just don't suit you or make you look your best.. and then also it helps you to end up with a wardrobe where everything goes together as all your items compliment eachother as they're from a harmonious colour palette. Search online for colour theory and colour 'season,' I think you'll find it really interesting and really helpful. X X
Hi yes I’ve had my colours done years ago, I don’t always stick to it though but I know people find it helpful in clearing their cupboards. Even if it suited me, fuschia pink and apple green wouldn’t be something I’d wear - really not my cup of tea I’m afraid! (Although I did wear a fair bit of hot pink in my younger days) Really pleased to hear colour theory helped you though. I use it loosely but you’re not a million miles away - navy’s, deep reds, emerald greens, look good yet tans or nudes (which I think look so classic and timeless) can look truly awful and wash me out. Much of my clothing is a decade old too (hence why there’s so much) so different colours played into my life at the time, you’re not so bothered by colour analysis at 22. 😉 Also oddly when I tan my colouring seems to start to pull warm! Xx
Edited to add - whilst I’m not following colour analysis, with any new purchases I am sort of sticking with a smaller set of colours in mind, as it just makes life a bit easier when putting outfits together.
What a wonderful suggestion. Complexion and hair color can change over time, so it makes sense (for me) to redo a color analysis.
@@lu_re7198 yes you’re right, my mum is considering having hers redone as she’s now embraced the grey so what suits is different from when she had brown hair. 😊
@Kristy Kirby. I’m not going to wait that long. Human skin goes through a lot of changes over a 10 year period. Even women in their 30s could benefit from a new color analysis.
@@lu_re7198 oh sorry if I offended, I wasn’t suggesting you may have gone grey or you should wait until then, just supporting your decision to potentially look at having yours done again x
You should try Marie Kondo Konmari folding method. It really works to help you see everything you have in a drawer.
Yeah other people have mentioned it. I’ve tried it in the past but don’t like it. Thanks though.
A handy "trick" I've learned for "maybe" items is to hang the hanger in the opposite direction. Then as you wear items you flip the hanger back. At the end of six months all you need to do is look at the hangers that are backwards to know what to get rid of. Also help doing that to an entire wardrobe to easily identify what you wear most often.
Yeah I know the hanger method, it’s often talked about in decluttering tips here on RUclips. It isn’t for me for multiple reasons but I know some swear by it! X
I feel like I’m looking at myself in the mirror. I feel exactly the same way.
Not sure if anyone gave you this idea already, but I usually collect my old/ripped clothes and recycle them at H&M. They are giving you £5 voucher for that. I don't shop often in H&M but sometimes I do and it's helping to cut down the cost.
Yes someone else mentioned it, it’s a great shout thank you. I need to look into it as I’d rather avoid putting clothing in the bin if at all possible.
Put your wool sweater in sink of cold water and add hair conditioner, Soak for about 10 minutes then rinse out. Ring out inside a towel, then reshape air dry on flat surface.
Hi Darlene, yes I know this trick, although I find specialist products are better than hair conditioner which tends to not work that well in my experience. I have done it before but I find they never really go back right. They’re always a little smaller than they were, a little misshapen and stiff. As the jumper was on the small side to begin with, the process of trying to rectify the warm wash wasn’t worth it to me. Thanks so much for sharing though.
I would be curious what your current make up collection looks like.
Nice declutter.
My closet is exactly one meter wide, but it's not very full.
I actually wear everything I have.
I also don't have a great fondness for clothes, bags or shoes.
Only my make up collection is a bit bigger and more on the high end and luxury side.
I also love perfumes. I have 10 pieces, 3 of which are high-end fragrances. otherwise I am satisfied with Avon perfumes.
Many greetings from Germany
Hi there, I’ve been thinking of having a little sort out of my collection (I did have a terrible habit of overspending on makeup a few years back and since have done many declutters, but I also tend to try and use some things up with the intention not to replace if that makes sense) and I might just film it if it would be of interest.
Clothing, shoes etc, have been my Achilles heel when it comes to shopping pretty much forever but I’m much better now. Really try to be intentional with what I bring in. Xx
Hello! Quick question for you: where do you sell your clothes? Thanks!
Hi there, it really depends on the garment. If it’s high street/fast fashion I tend to use things like local selling pages, or even local selling groups on Facebook as they don’t attract a lot of money anyway. For branded or premium high street I tend to still use eBay. I’ve tried Depop and similar in the past but found them pretty hit and miss with lots of ‘will you accept x’ messages when items are already silly prices.
I have noticed though that a lot of things sell for almost nothing, which is really disappointing, it used to be much better years ago. I’m trying to just not over-consume these days so that I don’t need to sell things in the future. Hope that helps.
Kirsty,H&M will probably give you store credit even without a receipt.
I’ll look into it, but it’s from several years ago so they would probably know it’s not recent stock x
Beautiful clip ! ❤ Very nice Vlog, Can You make clip.. Organisation, cleaning desk in pld Papers, documents, mails - Organization Declutter - sorting ripping..normal speed?
I don’t have much paper clutter anymore as was quite good at letting go of it a few years ago, but if I do need to do any I will include in a future video.
@@KirstyKirby Great ! only please normal speed..
@@antekpiekutosky818 unfortunately decluttering often takes hours. If I was to do everything at normal speed all the time videos would be hours and hours long. Sometimes it’s a necessity to speed things up when editing, but if I ever have any paper clutter I’ll try to remember.
@@KirstyKirby one episode can be devoted to sorting and destroying documents, but... OK. I be waiting..
@@antekpiekutosky818 As I keep saying, I decluttered paper clutter a long time ago, I don't have any to do, and I really don't think many people would be very interested in me sorting documents and shredding them in real time when it takes hours at times. There might be some ASMR videos that do that type of thing if its what you are into, perhaps a search on here might bring something like that up for you - sorry I don't think its something I'd going to necessarily going to feature.
I know having no income can be really scary. Maybe the next job will be a dream. We just had roofers here and even though it was only one day and they managed to not step on all of my flowers I really don’t like workers coming and going and banging all day.
It is concerning especially with the cost of basics rocketing. Hopefully things will work out for the best.
The worst thing about them digging up a large part of my garden was they did it without permission when I went out to help them save time - they wanted to put next doors line through my lawn and drive so they could put the main line in quicker. I made them remove it as would never have agreed to it as you become liable for any damage to the pipe (£800 charge if you damage it with a spade or something, no way), so I have a destroyed lawn and a driveway with incorrect block-work that had zero benefits for me. Some of the chaps were lovely fellas (not the ones who dug up the lawn and then lied to my face) but it’s still incredibly intrusive to have it going on for weeks, especially when it wasn’t something I’d planned for like a kitchen remodel, they just turn up and want access.
@@KirstyKirby I hope they have to pay you for the damage.
@@denisecarter5117 I wish. They wriggle out of everything. This weekend I got down on my hands and knees relaid the turf they had apparently put back properly and covered with ‘topsoil’. Never been topsoil, was just some of the crap they dug up, full of sand grit and random bits of glass. How on earth is that going to help? The turf had just been chucked in the hole and the earth thrown on top 🙄 The driveway has ended up with bricks that aren’t aligned and they used several bricks from my back garden that don’t match. They’re a complete joke - don’t get me started on their customer service person. Sure she’s a nice person but treats you like you’re stupid. Northern Gas Networks are a joke sadly.
@@KirstyKirby I am very sorry they were so awful.
my sista heidi at rain country homestead on you tube has a whole video about the things you can make from old denim it might inspire you
Do things sell? What site do you use?
I’ve done a video on this - sadly I find selling isn’t easy at all. I tend to only sell brand new items or more premium branded items as often the hassle isn’t worth the return.
@@KirstyKirby thank you. I guessed that. When I added up my clothes spend esp those I sent to charity shops equals thousands. I would like a small, matching wardrobe now of quality and well cut to suit me. Better than lits that are just okay.
@@sarahkennedy1481 absolutely, because of the vast amount of cheap clothing that’s flooded the market in the last 5-10 years, second hand clothing has been devalued to an extent (despite thrifting becoming more popular). It’s made me be much more mindful in making sure I’m buying items that I will get cost per wear out of so that if I do donate in the end, I feel like I’ve had the value and happy for someone else to have it with no need to recoup any of my original spend.
Loved this, I’ve recently done a similar video on my channel too & i always like to see how much other people managed to get rid of! 💕
I enjoy watching them too 😊
i dont buy branded anything i go through 3 kilos of british organic vegan soap handmade in 1 kilo loaves i could eat it as it contains natural ingredients and its delivered plastic free in a used cardboard box admittedly i dont have sensitive or problem skin but i use it to clean myself and my home and its lovely i have 2 years supply in my stock pile so i never run out and she had an ebay store so i could collect nectarpoints too solid soap is the way to go as that plastic will end up in the ocean killing marine life as less than !% of uk kerbside recycling is actually recycled into something we can buy
Why are you pants inside out?
Denim should be laundered inside out to reduce fading. Just haven’t turned them back.
Good evening dear. Hope you are fine. You are so sweet 💗 💕 💓 💖
Thats very kind of you to say, hope you are well too
Why do you talk about age so much? You’re very young. I’m 55 and love wearing whatever I like. The more details the better. 😂 Of course it is a question of style and preference. What I don’t allow myself is to evaluate clothes in the light of age. Wear what you feel happy in. The dress with bow is lovely 🎀
I do wear what I want 😊 I’m really just referring to things I wore when I was younger that I wouldn’t want to wear now for various reasons. It’s definitely more a preference than a belief that women of a certain age should dress a certain way. The dress with the bow very sadly won’t go anywhere near me anymore 😂 and as I have elevated oestrogen and Hashimotos I think it’s unlikely it will again 🤦♀️
Age is not that important - wear what you like, what you feel comfortable in. I like to wear clothes with cartoon characters printed on. 🤭🌝
If I ever talk about age in relation to clothing, I'm not making any reference to what others should do in any way shape of form. Often I really mean I've just outgrown it in this stage of my life for whatever reason, and I think of it as myself getting older. A lot of the clothing I am letting go of isn't due to some preconceived idea of what I should wear at a particular age, but that I no longer like nor feel comfortable in it. I think I spoke in this video about being comfortable with the changes my body has gone through as I've aged and therefore feel better in certain clothing than others. Cartoon Characters isn't for me but if you love it and feel happy in them then I say go for it!
@@KirstyKirby That's true. I was just talking about the dress with the nice bow. It looks great.
@@MRSancutzik it is a lovely dress, unfortunately it’s a bit small for me right now so I’ll have to wait and see if I can get back in it 😊