How many clothes in your closet are things you'll never wear? Did you get a great deal but it was an originally expensive item and you just can't part with it? We all know we do this from time to time. Well, even though the temps are telling us it's still winter, the time is here to take an inventory of our wardrobe, including our accessory wardrobe.
Valentines Day is right around the corner so think what you might be doing! Romantic dinner? Weekend get away? What are you wearing? Omg! What a problem! Lucky you! But seriously, what are you wearing? Romantic dinner? Why not wear a black pencil skirt, white or cream shirt, add a belt and pearls mixed with longer chains, and since it is a romantic thing, unbutton the top button and flip up your collar a bit. Add a cardigan if its chilly and VOILA! You already have these in your wardrobe! These are items you want to always keep and keep them updated and ready to wear.
Weekend get away? Well this can be a little more complicated, since activities can be a mixed bag. Travel clothes can be as simple as your favorite pair of jeans, longer top accented with a great scarf, some heels and an amazing pair of earrings with a stack of bangles! Darn, you look great! Maybe, it's time to update those accessories, a new scarf here can be added to those favorites from your wardrobe, updating the look with this seasons hottest colors for not a lot of money.
Then we have spring break, Easter and the fashion equinox called SPRING. Going back to that overstuffed closet, pick out those pieces that can be transitional, such as a long sleeved tee, this can be great spring and summer ware if accessorized with spring/ summer colors and style. Lyn Marees always has the latest items at a reasonable price with the best advice around to help you set your style. And the big plus there is that we do buy single items, so you'll never see yourself coming down the street, unlike the box stores.
After you plan out your upcoming spring schedule, pick out those clearance items, things that have possibly shrunk in the closet, we always have those, (ha) and maybe things that no longer fit your lifestyle, due to career change, retirement, etc and neatly fold and put in a box. Really look honestly what you need, have you ever worn it, have tou worn it in the last six months? If not add it to that box. Also examine pieces for disrepair or wearing at this time... Remember this means old accessories as well! How long do we keep a single earring, hoping the mate will magically reappear? These practices done twice a year will give you a lot of room you swore you didn't have and give you the opportunity to update your individual style. Lyn Maree's specializes in individuality, showing you how and what you need in a single visit. Always receiving new merchandise and tips, Lyn Maree's is always prepared for a wardrobe update, or a special occasion.
I do want to ask you to consider an idea that will not only make you feel great but will also do a world of good. Remember that box of neatly folded great items that you have smartly decided to purge, including some accessories that maybe just didn't suit your new style.. consider donating these quality items to a local women's shelter. The women that are there are often victims of domestic violence. Sometimes they escape with only the clothes on their backs. They need these items to interview for jobs and to start new lives with dignity. They also have children, that also, sometimes arrive with nothing. Others are young pregnant girls that are in need of everything! So, for them, not only clothes and accessories to help them start their lives as single mothers, they need things for the babies. So when you get your closet done, if you have children do theirs as well. Please do consider doing this. You might even want to talk to your friends about doing the same. Talk about this at church, book club, sorority, even work and do it as a group project. Inspire others to donate. Lyn Maree's has always been very involved with women's charities and we just want you to be able to feel the knowing you've made a difference.
Have a remarkable spring!
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