How often you should clear out your wardrobe
Short answer: Most people benefit from clearing out once or twice a year, often at the change of season. It depends on how many clothes you get and how quickly the wardrobe fills up again.
At the change of season it is easy
When you are switching between summer and winter clothes anyway, it is natural to go through the wardrobe. You pick up each item and ask yourself whether you wore it last season. If the answer is no, you can consider passing it on. It is a practical rhythm, because you see your clothes when it is time to switch, and it is seldom a big job if you do it regularly.
Clear out according to your habits
Some people need to clear out more often, others less. If you buy a lot of clothing, it can be sensible to do a small round every quarter. If you buy seldom, once a year may be enough. There is no rule that suits everyone. Notice whether you struggle to find things or the wardrobe is overfull. That is a sign that it is time to tidy up.
Ask yourself simple questions
When you hold a garment in your hand, you can ask: Have I worn it in the past year? Does it still fit? Is it whole, and do I like it? Can I combine it with something else? If you answer no to several of the questions, it may be time to let it go. It is a simple method that does not require you to be hard on yourself. Clothes can have a story, so give yourself time.
Clothes you can pass on
The clothes you no longer wear may be useful to others. You can give them to a charity shop, sell them or swap them. If they are worn out, they can be used as cleaning cloths. Clothes with holes or stains that cannot be removed belong in textile waste. Remember to wash the clothes before you hand them in. Bedding can move on too, if you have several sets. See bamboo bedding if you want to add to what you have.
Underwear and socks count too
Many forget underwear and socks when they clear out. But here too things build up that are worn or do not fit. Check the elastic and see whether the fabric has become thin. Watch for socks without a partner. See bamboo undershirt for women to add to the basic wardrobe. A wide choice of socks can be found under all bamboo socks for women.
Keep the wardrobe tidy through the year
After a clear out it is easier to keep order. Give each kind of clothing a fixed place and put it there after washing. Set yourself a rule: when something new comes in, consider whether something should go out. That way the wardrobe does not slowly fill up again. It depends on your habits, but a little effort often is easier than a big one once a year.
Frequently asked questions
How often should I clear out my wardrobe
Most people benefit from once or twice a year, for example at the change of season. It depends on how many clothes you get.
How do I know what to pass on
Ask yourself whether you have worn it in the past year, whether it fits and whether you like it.
What do I do with worn clothes
They can be used as cleaning cloths, or you can hand them in as textile waste. Whole clothes without stains can be passed on or sold.
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