How to Clean Out Your Closet Part 2 EP | 214
Welcome to another life-changing episode of the Fashion Crimes Podcast, as the best fashion friend you never knew you needed! It's important for you to know that this episode will change the way you get dressed. Like forever. This week, Holly Katz dives into the art of closet organization to revolutionize your daily dressing routine and elevate your overall style once and for all! #hallelujurrrrrr If you are in closet chaos, Holly's here to turn you around so you get organized, purge, donate, and eliminate stress when getting dressed. KEY TOPICS 1. Understanding the Closet Chaos Epidemic Holly kicks off the episode by identifying common wardrobe woes, from overflowing drawers to the emotional clutter that is blocking your style; whether consciously or unconsciously. It's not just about having too much or too little; it's about reconnecting with your clothes in a way that sparks joy and creativity. #YAASSSSSSSS HOT TIP: Organizing your stuff is the first step in training your brain that you don't need more! 2. The First Steps to Freedom Sorting through your items, (ALL OF THEM), will start you on your purging journey. Holly outlines how to start small, avoid the overwhelm, and focus on keeping what you love and makes you feel good. More doesn't always necessarily mean better. It means closet clutter. She shares her favorite tip: swapping out mismatched hangers for velvet slimline ones to maximize space and add an instant luxe feel to your closet setup. 3. Laundry and Shopping Habits Consistent laundry practices are key to maintaining that new closet feel. Holly discusses the pitfalls of erratic laundry habits and over-shopping, providing practical advice on how to create a sustainable wardrobe without succumbing to shopping temptations aka: panic shopping. 4. Donations and Sustainable Choices Once you've sorted through your wardrobe, it's time to give back. Holly emphasizes the importance of donating to charities that can truly benefit from your gently used items and advises on how to choose the right places to make an impact. Places like Dress for Success in your town is a great place to start bringing your gently used items in great condition. 5. Drawer and Shoe Organization The final touch involves decluttering your drawers and displaying your shoes out of the boxes and off the floor. Holly gives actionable tips on how to keep everything accessible and orderly, turning your closet into a showcase you’re proud to open every day. Once you complete the clean out, you will never want to go back to your old closet chaos. Make your closet a place where you are proud to get dressed each day. Show Us Your Closet for the Win! As you transform your wardrobe space, we'd love to see your progress! 1. Can you keep it that way? Send Holly some before-and-after photos of your closet, and she’ll give you a shout-out on the next episode. 2. Whoever has the most garbage bags full of stuff to give away, send Holly a picture and a description of what you're giving away and the number of bags you're donating - and the name of the charity you're donating to- and you can win an exclusive interview live on the show to tell everyone about your closet clean out experience. Just send your stories and pictures to Holly@fashioncrimespodcast.com. Fashion Crimes: Closet Edition So, what did we learn today? Holly tackled the ultimate fashion crimes committed within the confines of our closets: • Over-shopping and under-shopping both create chaos, making it hard to enjoy and utilize what we have. • Neglecting to organize or frequently clean out your closet also contributes to these crimes, leaving us with a wardrobe full of items we neither use nor need. Let's pledge to maintain orderly spaces, make thoughtful purchases, and cherish the clothes that serve us and donate what doesn't. This. Is. Life. Changing. It's a fool-proof plant to reclaim not only our closets but also our style confidence! That’s it for now! Don’t forget to subscribe FOR FREE wherever you get your podcasts for your weekly dose of style and shopping inspiration, follow us on social media, and keep sharing your fashion triumphs and challenges. Don't forget to drop us a DM on Instagram to show us your progress. Join us next week as Holly continues to help us tackle common fashion crimes, one episode at a time.