Stop Shopping and Take Stock GlamRosie

Well tonight I was going to publish a post I had previously written on Rihanna's new line for River Island. Whilst having another browse through her range I stopped.  What am I doing?  I free lance as a Personal Stylist, sort out other peoples wardrobes and advise them on their clothes, yet I have completely neglected my own wardrobe and am getting lost pretty much every night on the internet looking at all the amazing clothes and deals that are out there.  As I am such a firm bargain hunter, I do tend to justify many of my purchases within an inch of their wear but to be honest, my own wardrobe needs a damn good sort out.

So my blog today is directed at me, no more shopping, I need to take stock and clear out.  I know there are some shoes lurking in the back shelf which are dated and dusty (oh Lordy I've just admitted that for all to know).  I need to practise what I preach:
Rotate that wardrobe.
Wear those hidden gems.
Replace order in my much loved clothes.

I am feeling brave, this to some I know will not look messy, but to me, it hasn't had a sort through in far too long.  I aim for 3 times a year and I am very behind.  I am only sharing my main wardrobe, the other is coats, tracksuits etc, occasion dresses and some Ebay items I really need to sell.  Shoes in that one are boots and nearly in order....yes all, I like my clothes, shoes, handbags, fashion, style, I'll stop there.

An overall glimpse!

An out of order rail, I am not impressed with myself right now!

Clutches, Across the body and coloured bags, 'special ones' in dust bags.

Dark handbags (oh and the Hubby's footy bag mmm) not too bad

Shoes don't look too bad but there's some dusty ones at the back!

Tees, Cardis, Jumpers, Scarves, L/S Tees, Vests, Gloves (in box) - a mess!

I do plan on showing you a tidier wardrobe once I pull my finger out.....!  Night all, taking my 'Look' magazine to bed as I can't shop there! x

Wardrobe Maintenance Client

So I have been helping the lovely T over the last couple of months (blog about that once finished!) and one of the things I really recommend is a hook somewhere where you can hang new items of clothing or plan an outift.  Visualising it is great however having something stare you in the face is unavoidable!  With new purchases I like to hang them first on my hook (placed on the inside of the wardrobe door) just to make sure I am investing in an item I need.  To help T do the same I found this lovely hook currently on sale in Laura Ashley for £6.30.

I also have the below on the wall next to my mirror from Dunelm Mill.  At £16.99 I think this is a handy bargain/  Not only does it look good even if it was just an arty piece but so useful to have next to my mirror when trying things on.

We are having a trip to Ikea soon to look at more organisation idea's for her wardrobes as we have made huge progress in clearing out, now we need to focus on making it user friendly and accessible!

 My hangers!