I am trying out the idea of a very minimal wardrobe. I put away all of my clothes except five layered outfits, two pairs of pyjamas, and four each of socks and underwear. I’ve got one sweater, one fleece, one coat. Four pairs of shoes. It’s been a week since I started and I am enjoying the benefits of not having to make too make decisions about what to wear.
I am even thinking I could get by with one less outfit. But then again, I might swap for something to train/exercise in. It’s currently a little bit fluid as I discover what I really, truly need. For the moment, all of my clothes are stored in a big bag in the closet. I’m going to give it a month or so and then see if I can release them into the world to be loved by other people.
Like I wrote last week, I’d actually like to have a personal uniform. So I’ve found myself a dressmaker, Melanie Uematsu at Sewing Circle, to remake one of my favorite dress/tunics in four different fabrics.
I met with her today, got measured, and picked two lovely knits from the collection at her studio. I’ll go shopping to find two more that coordinate. Once my uniforms are ready, I’ll retire what is currently in my closet and everything in my wardrobe will mix or match with everything else. I will be able to dress in the dark with no mistakes.
This appeals to the minimalist in me. I do it when I travel, so why not do it at home, too?
