Whenever I'm going to a decluttering process with my clothes (or anything, really), I ask myself "would I buy this again." It makes the decision process so much easier.
Same here Lucy, that is my go 2 tip for doing a clear out.. I'm also glad to send items I don't love anymore to charity, so I know that someone else will get use from it.. I'm also glad that the 1 Yr rule has been discarded, cos if I like an item, I will keep it for several years..
The white jeans and biscuit top look gorgeous 😍 I'm 64 nearly..have retired after working all my life since leaving school at 16, with only a couple of months off after having my babies.. my body was worn out, I was very ill, and put on a lot of weight, and did early retirement at 62...since retiring, I have worked on 'just ME' ....repairing my health and lost 20kg!! So I am slowly replacing my wardrobe to things that fit....and the hardest thing has been finding fashion that I like, casual, not work orientated, for my age but not 'aging', just as I don't want to look like mutton dressed as lamb. Its been harder than I thought!! So thanks for your inspiration.. I think you encouraged me to be a bit more ruthless with discard (some things just don't look good belted in..they just look too big and belted in!!) Now, summer in Australia, that gold top would be perfect for Christmas, but I'm a natural blonde (Swedish grandfather) and any goldy, khaki, pale orange, pale yellowy/red, etc..looks ghastly on my skin tone..love Red and White for Christmas 🎄 😊
Ah you’ve found this old video. I’m 62 . I lost weight on chemo. It’s starting to go back on now but I don’t want to get back to my previous weight so need to watch my weight again now. All this after this video was made . Thank you for sharing your story.
sometimes when I like a top very much, but there is something about the buttons which make it look cheap i sew on more expensive buttons and keep reusing them. I have done this on jackets etc.
I agreed with you. Age must not stop us from looking good and stylish. When l don’t feel comfortable in something l will just took it off and wear something l feel confident in.
I like that you went through your thought processes for purging your items. I would like to see you wear the items that fit, but are not a good style and describe why the style doesn't work.
When I do a closet clean out I find it best to take everything out of the closet...even the clothes I know I am going to keep. Then they go into one pile, then the stuff I know I am going to get rid of goes into another pile. Along the way I make a a stack of items I'm undecided about. Then I go thru that again last.
I have to admit, that was the best way for me too, and I tried everything on, and what it would go with, and if I could see myself actually wearing it and where I would wear it...if I could tick all those boxes, even if it fit, I know it was not worth putting in my wardrobe!! So out it went. Got rid of half my clothes, now several years later, it's time for another clear out.. .
Lol, "midlife middle!" Love it. Thanks for sharing the capsules and different ways to wear the clothes. I am 60, so im trying to still dress stylish, but not too young or frumpy. ☺
This is my third Ann Marie in a row. Don’t always agree, but mostly!the grey tee shirt is my sleep shirt! Love the thin, oversized comfort. Same for your tie dyed shirts! Of course I an retired and widowed. Comfortable sleep shirts are now more important to me than the fancy shirts that don’t have “Occupy Mars” or “She Persisted” on them.
Thank you. Im retiring end of June. In wind down now. I hope you are enjoying retirement. So sorrt your other half is not with you to share. Thank you for watching and commenting
I am wearing the first camisole you showed us from m&s its been in my drawers for 4/5 years, i never wore it, until when it now turned cold here, I wear it as a underwear to sleep in, or under a cashmere jumper.
Great video, I really appreciate that you went through each piece you were discarding and gave the thought process behind your decision. I have had quite a cull of my wardrobe since the start of the year and I plan to be much more thoughtful going forward. No more buying on impulse.
Your outfit in this video is my go-to uniform most of the year. It is very flattering on you. I just retired and I am not ready to let go of my work clothes yet, but see a substantial clear out coming in my future to make my closet suit my new lifestyle.
I retired three years ago and hung onto everything for a year as it felt really odd to let my ‘go to’ work clothes disappear. Then I had a massive clear out once I knew how my new life style was panning out, so what I was actually wearing now I had retired. Had to buy a few new pieces, but basically got down to a very simple capsule wardrobe. Covid has helped confirm what I actually wear, but I have kept three ‘good’ dresses and jackets for formal occasions like funerals etc. Nice to not own a suit any more!
I also like M&S underwear and bras. Agreed regarding the jumper, oversized is more useful. I find I am happier with a smaller wardrobe and when I consider buying something I ask myself if I bring this in what will I let go of. Often I don't want/need the item.
I always size up in panties, because it reduces or eliminates panty lines. When the elastic edges of them are tight, they make bulges. I don’t care what the label size is, I get the ones that feel and look best. Plus, I almost always wear silk undies.
It’s difficult to decide what to throw away, I do have the twelve month rule, but I never throw my T-shirt’s away ever.... I have loads of pairs of jeans from my 30s when I was a size smaller, I want to loose the weight to wear them again. Like the TM Lewin shops but they don’t seem to sell many for women. As for office work, well I have to go in. Shame about the Cavern Club... Enjoyed this Ann Marie.
I sooo need to do this! I have actually been working more, not less during this time...so, I will need to take a vacation to do this ha ha.Great criteria. Stay well.
Thanks for the tips. You inspired me to purge my summer wardrobe before I put it away for the season. Of course can’t go by the ‘haven’t worn it in a year’ because COV-ID had me indoors most of the time with about 3 social dates. Next up the purge of winter clothes as they come out.
Anne Marie , I so need to do a clean out too . It definitely is the time . People are soon going back to work here in offices . They are concerned about all aspects . 😊💞
Hi Anne Marie ,I really struggle with finding flattering tops as I get older and I have purged out so many things since this quarantine!! I love the outfit you have on today. I always buy M&M underwear when I go over once a year Great tips and thanks so much for sharing Hugs Frances 🥰🥰🥰
Thanks for this “How to decide which clothes to throw away” video. I go through the same process once a year. I, too, have had many throw away regrets over the years. Love your white jeans. They fit you beautifully. I have been on the hunt for the perfect pair for years. Stay well
Thanks for the video. I think in the current times we need to be extra careful of the rationale for selection. I’ve done the same as you in discarding an item because I haven’t worn it for a year or even two or three. And then going for that item and thinking damn where have I put it only to remember that I got rid of it. I now have a special criteria section for items that I buy knowing they won’t be worn frequently. This year noneof my office wear has seen the light of day including posh sundresses posh tops et cetera. I also find the Kettlewell garments very staid and not Boho enough for me. Even their beautiful sweatshirt was boring boring boring. A hood or roo pockets would have transformed it. Keep safe x
Hi ladies love video but I keep clothes change them open blouse tie with strappy top underneath throw out when you cant stand yourself in them wear round the home for cleaning or long teashirt gardening or after a shower when getting ready to go out worn out bin them if okay charity choices
thanks for this. Oh god I have so many of those vest tops from a time when they looked good on me now I out them on and they make me sad lol I love the top you have on here where is it from..great length for a front tuck. I love it! ps I think you made those underwear sell out on marks site!
I think the “have I worn it in the last year” criterion is especially bad this year, because of the pandemic lockdowns. I have been isolating, more or less, for a full two years on 1/31/22, naturally, I haven’t worn my usual clothes!
Hello Anne, I've just started watching your channel, your very informative, firstly, you don't have a tummy 😀, you look amazing, if you say that you have a tummy, please do a tip and tricks video, somehow since I've turned 60, I ended up with a covid tummy 😊 Not cute, ....cheers from Australia
I cleaned out my closet by getting rid of anything with patterns or old torn or bleached dresses. I had been hanging on to a couple of black los manos dresses that had some minor bleach damage that had bad memories. I purged anything that didn't bring me joy. That striped blouse is horid. You have outgrown it. I don't own any beige or pink items. I only wear dresses. I only wear black, white and red. I don't wear T shirts,ball caps, sweat pants,blouses,blazers, sneakers, jeans, trousers,shorts or capris. I for the most part of only wear boots or sandals. No loafers or Mary Jane shoes no ballet flats. I do have some high heel platform cork board shoes I wear for my husband with Lingerie in the bedroom. I am disabled so I can't walk in heels. They are fine laying down. Lol. I got rid of all of my tye dye summer dresses. I hate pastels or bright colors. Pink is my least favorite color. I can't stand anything that has pink with flowers or butterflies. Yuk. Everything you got rid of I agree with. You need more red in your wardrobe from this video. Those bland colors wash a person out. Thank you for sharing your wardrobe purge. I finally got rid of all my old underwear. I only wear black white or red underwear also. I do have some neutral ones that are maternity. I like thong underwear with lace.
Same for me. I think it’s because they’re not quite right, but I bought them because of the low price. I’ve never had a really successful secondhand item. Also, the selection here is the low quality dregs, resellers work for thrift shops and cherry-pick all the quality items before customers ever see them.
Bummer about the Cavern shirt. You are getting rid of lots of tops that colors don’t flatter your skin tone. You’re very kind about some items are just butt ugly. I hate when sweaters stretch out at the bottom. I have taken little hair ties to the back and either tuck or wear a jacket, cardigan or vest.
Whenever I'm going to a decluttering process with my clothes (or anything, really), I ask myself "would I buy this again." It makes the decision process so much easier.
Same here Lucy, that is my go 2 tip for doing a clear out..
I'm also glad to send items I don't love anymore to charity, so I know that someone else will get use from it..
I'm also glad that the 1 Yr rule has been discarded, cos if I like an item, I will keep it for several years..
Thanks! I’m actually going to try this method as I’m deciding what to donate! :-)
I like your defiant tone as you say you're going to chuck it!
The white jeans and biscuit top look gorgeous 😍 I'm 64 nearly..have retired after working all my life since leaving school at 16, with only a couple of months off after having my babies.. my body was worn out, I was very ill, and put on a lot of weight, and did early retirement at 62...since retiring, I have worked on 'just ME' ....repairing my health and lost 20kg!! So I am slowly replacing my wardrobe to things that fit....and the hardest thing has been finding fashion that I like, casual, not work orientated, for my age but not 'aging', just as I don't want to look like mutton dressed as lamb. Its been harder than I thought!! So thanks for your inspiration.. I think you encouraged me to be a bit more ruthless with discard (some things just don't look good belted in..they just look too big and belted in!!) Now, summer in Australia, that gold top would be perfect for Christmas, but I'm a natural blonde (Swedish grandfather) and any goldy, khaki, pale orange, pale yellowy/red, etc..looks ghastly on my skin tone..love Red and White for Christmas 🎄 😊
Ah you’ve found this old video. I’m 62 . I lost weight on chemo. It’s starting to go back on now but I don’t want to get back to my previous weight so need to watch my weight again now. All this after this video was made . Thank you for sharing your story.
sometimes when I like a top very much, but there is something about the buttons which make it look cheap i sew on more expensive buttons and keep reusing them. I have done this on jackets etc.
I agreed with you. Age must not stop us from looking good and stylish. When l don’t feel comfortable in something l will just took it off and wear something l feel confident in.
I like that you went through your thought processes for purging your items. I would like to see you wear the items that fit, but are not a good style and describe why the style doesn't work.
9:00- Love the jacket! It may be too small as you say, but it is NOT too young.
You looked sharp wearing it!
Thank you. I think you are right, it was the size rather than style that was wrong
I agree, it looked great, shame it was too small for you now.
When I do a closet clean out I find it best to take everything out of the closet...even the clothes I know I am going to keep. Then they go into one pile, then the stuff I know I am going to get rid of goes into another pile. Along the way I make a a stack of items I'm undecided about. Then I go thru that again last.
Thank you for the tip:)
I have to admit, that was the best way for me too, and I tried everything on, and what it would go with, and if I could see myself actually wearing it and where I would wear it...if I could tick all those boxes, even if it fit, I know it was not worth putting in my wardrobe!! So out it went. Got rid of half my clothes, now several years later, it's time for another clear out.. .
Lol, "midlife middle!" Love it. Thanks for sharing the capsules and different ways to wear the clothes. I am 60, so im trying to still dress stylish, but not too young or frumpy. ☺
Thank you. Im 58 so i hope you have found a clothes friend in me
This is my third Ann Marie in a row. Don’t always agree, but mostly!the grey tee shirt is my sleep shirt! Love the thin, oversized comfort. Same for your tie dyed shirts! Of course I an retired and widowed. Comfortable sleep shirts are now more important to me than the fancy shirts that don’t have “Occupy Mars” or “She Persisted” on them.
Thank you. Im retiring end of June. In wind down now. I hope you are enjoying retirement. So sorrt your other half is not with you to share. Thank you for watching and commenting
I’m learning…… keep teaching!!
I am wearing the first camisole you showed us from m&s its been in my drawers for 4/5 years, i never wore it, until when it now turned cold here, I wear it as a underwear to sleep in, or under a cashmere jumper.
Thanking you for talking through each choice!! So helpful. I will be now be able to reflect on these details for my own closet review!
Great video, I really appreciate that you went through each piece you were discarding and gave the thought process behind your decision. I have had quite a cull of my wardrobe since the start of the year and I plan to be much more thoughtful going forward. No more buying on impulse.
Your outfit in this video is my go-to uniform most of the year. It is very flattering on you. I just retired and I am not ready to let go of my work clothes yet, but see a substantial clear out coming in my future to make my closet suit my new lifestyle.
I'm hoping to retire next April. Im just getting my head used to the idea 😃
I retired three years ago and hung onto everything for a year as it felt really odd to let my ‘go to’ work clothes disappear. Then I had a massive clear out once I knew how my new life style was panning out, so what I was actually wearing now I had retired. Had to buy a few new pieces, but basically got down to a very simple capsule wardrobe. Covid has helped confirm what I actually wear, but I have kept three ‘good’ dresses and jackets for formal occasions like funerals etc. Nice to not own a suit any more!
Thank you for taking the time to do your videos, I need to do this!
The thin gold top great with fitted jacket as it doesnt bulk the jacket keep it handy
I also like M&S underwear and bras. Agreed regarding the jumper, oversized is more useful. I find I am happier with a smaller wardrobe and when I consider buying something I ask myself if I bring this in what will I let go of. Often I don't want/need the item.
I have done mine a few times..I have a pile waiting for pick up..but I need to do more and these were great tips..Love you my sweet gorgeous friend xo
I have more to do too. I've constantly got a chuck out pile on the go
Such great advice - Thanks for putting this together! I struggle with sorting it all out! XX
Thank you again
Primark stretchy long sleeve tops great for winter takes you up to may june
I always size up in panties, because it reduces or eliminates panty lines. When the elastic edges of them are tight, they make bulges. I don’t care what the label size is, I get the ones that feel and look best. Plus, I almost always wear silk undies.
Knickers my elastic good high legs but wear out inside crutch but I do make them last
Love your videos. Love the humor too x
It’s difficult to decide what to throw away, I do have the twelve month rule, but I never throw my T-shirt’s away ever....
I have loads of pairs of jeans from my 30s when I was a size smaller, I want to loose the weight to wear them again. Like the TM Lewin shops but they don’t seem to sell many for women. As for office work, well I have to go in.
Shame about the Cavern Club...
Enjoyed this Ann Marie.
Great decluttering tips, I will use in my next closet clean out. Thank you.
I sooo need to do this! I have actually been working more, not less during this time...so, I will need to take a vacation to do this ha ha.Great criteria. Stay well.
Yes my work is longer and more intense but I'm not commuring and have a lunch break at home so that does help
Thanks for the tips. You inspired me to purge my summer wardrobe before I put it away for the season. Of course can’t go by the ‘haven’t worn it in a year’ because COV-ID had me indoors most of the time with about 3 social dates. Next up the purge of winter clothes as they come out.
Anne Marie , I so need to do a clean out too . It definitely is the time . People are soon going back to work here in offices . They are concerned about all aspects . 😊💞
Hi Anne Marie ,I really struggle with finding flattering tops as I get older and I have purged out so many things since this quarantine!!
I love the outfit you have on today.
I always buy M&M underwear when I go over once a year
Great tips and thanks so much for sharing
Hugs Frances
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Thank you Frances
Thanks for this “How to decide which clothes to throw away” video. I go through the same process once a year. I, too, have had many throw away regrets over the years. Love your white jeans. They fit you beautifully. I have been on the hunt for the perfect pair for years. Stay well
Thank you. I have a few from m&s, Boden and Only.
I need to clean my closet out so bad!!!! Maybe soon. All these closet cleaning videos have got me wanting to do mine.
Yes get on with it girl 😂
Me, too, it’s just still too hot here in California, mid-90s F.
Thank you so much this has been very very helpful. l agree with the 'if you haven't worn it in the last year' rule.
Thank you and i now have a new video up on decluttering yesterday
got to do it can't keep everything you do a good job sometimes hard to part with things
I just need time, rules and conviction
Those nickers look mighty comfy. I may try to get some here in the US.
Ill check i put a link in show more and if not add it. They are the no vpl ones high leg
Thanks for the video. I think in the current times we need to be extra careful of the rationale for selection. I’ve done the same as you in discarding an item because I haven’t worn it for a year or even two or three. And then going for that item and thinking damn where have I put it only to remember that I got rid of it. I now have a special criteria section for items that I buy knowing they won’t be worn frequently. This year noneof my office wear has seen the light of day including posh sundresses posh tops et cetera. I also find the Kettlewell garments very staid and not Boho enough for me. Even their beautiful sweatshirt was boring boring boring. A hood or roo pockets would have transformed it. Keep safe x
Yes I'm so with you on office clothes, and they aren't likely to be warn again in the future either. Yes too on KW. Take care and thanks for watching
love what you are wearing and hair style is so flattering
Thank you so much. I’ve just had it cut short like that again.
I love the outfit you are wearing in the video. ❤
Thank you!!
Hi ladies love video but I keep clothes change them open blouse tie with strappy top underneath throw out when you cant stand yourself in them wear round the home for cleaning or long teashirt gardening or after a shower when getting ready to go out worn out bin them if okay charity choices
I loved, and am going to use, the term 'I have a mid-life middle' because, so do I! haha
Ove clear outs but dont do.it till ive got fed up and use them f cleaning up in
Love.clear outs
Old.shirts wear round the home put clothes away each season march april put heavywinter away bring in your summer tops may time
Tops.with cardigans fitted jackets
good tips thanks, I am in the process of a declutter , glad I found you, cheers new subbie from Wales
Thank you and welcome from Wales to Sussex where i am 😀
thanks for this. Oh god I have so many of those vest tops from a time when they looked good on me now I out them on and they make me sad lol I love the top you have on here where is it from..great length for a front tuck. I love it! ps I think you made those underwear sell out on marks site!
Thank you🥰Great idea!!!
I really like your outfit, especially the necklace.
Thank you very much
With clingy knits, stretch them out gently. Slide your arms through the shirt and widen them out a couple of times.
Wash on 30 inside pillow case last at least 3yrs good value
#7 Do I feel good in it when I wear it?
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I will see if I can do that. Thank you
I think the “have I worn it in the last year” criterion is especially bad this year, because of the pandemic lockdowns. I have been isolating, more or less, for a full two years on 1/31/22, naturally, I haven’t worn my usual clothes!
Exactly. I don’t think it’s ever a good criteria anyway.
New subscriber! Great info. 😊👍🏻
Thank you so much. Despite my.age 😃
My Over 50 Fashion Life 😂 we oldies should just go out to pasture, I guess. 🤪🤦🏼♀️
Hello Anne, I've just started watching your channel, your very informative, firstly, you don't have a tummy 😀, you look amazing, if you say that you have a tummy, please do a tip and tricks video, somehow since I've turned 60, I ended up with a covid tummy 😊
Not cute, ....cheers from Australia
Thank you. You may enjoy this video on the tummy th-cam.com/video/ccxrtQL_18I/w-d-xo.html
Very helpful, ty
Hi Greetings from New York! 🇺🇸🎄
Greetings from sussex uk 🇬🇧
When you say you are a size 10, is that a different size in the US?
Yes I think it’s a 6 or 4 in the USA
I've decided I love a high waisted pant now.
Yes so do i. In fact my low waisted white jeans are migrating to housework jeans
This.lady is so funky good advice
Thank you so much for the love today 💗
I cleaned out my closet by getting rid of anything with patterns or old torn or bleached dresses. I had been hanging on to a couple of black los manos dresses that had some minor bleach damage that had bad memories. I purged anything that didn't bring me joy. That striped blouse is horid. You have outgrown it. I don't own any beige or pink items. I only wear dresses. I only wear black, white and red. I don't wear T shirts,ball caps, sweat pants,blouses,blazers, sneakers, jeans, trousers,shorts or capris. I for the most part of only wear boots or sandals. No loafers or Mary Jane shoes no ballet flats. I do have some high heel platform cork board shoes I wear for my husband with Lingerie in the bedroom. I am disabled so I can't walk in heels. They are fine laying down. Lol. I got rid of all of my tye dye summer dresses. I hate pastels or bright colors. Pink is my least favorite color. I can't stand anything that has pink with flowers or butterflies. Yuk. Everything you got rid of I agree with. You need more red in your wardrobe from this video. Those bland colors wash a person out. Thank you for sharing your wardrobe purge. I finally got rid of all my old underwear. I only wear black white or red underwear also. I do have some neutral ones that are maternity. I like thong underwear with lace.
Jumpers wear round the home use up clothes that you wont go out in
Yes i do that too but can't keep them all for that so donate anything really decent 🙂
I often get things from charity and then not wear them. No idea why?
Its funny how so much i am clearing out are prior charity purchases even though i did get a lot of wear from them
Same for me. I think it’s because they’re not quite right, but I bought them because of the low price. I’ve never had a really successful secondhand item. Also, the selection here is the low quality dregs, resellers work for thrift shops and cherry-pick all the quality items before customers ever see them.
Great making some room for things you love more.
Bummer about the Cavern shirt. You are getting rid of lots of tops that colors don’t flatter your skin tone. You’re very kind about some items are just butt ugly. I hate when sweaters stretch out at the bottom. I have taken little hair ties to the back and either tuck or wear a jacket, cardigan or vest.
That's a good idea
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