On the Coast – Families Issue 99 I April/May 2019 | Page 27

are not sure about or can’t possibly part with for whatever reason get placed in the third pile. 1. Do I love the colour and does the colour love me? 2. Do I love the fit, shape and style for me? 3. Does it serve a purpose this season? For example, is it a workable shape, length, colour, print or pattern for this season’s fashion or is it outdated? Tip Be honest, ruthless and don’t hoard items that will only be worn if you lose/or gain weight Get ready to declutter The “no” pile must go! Your “yes” pile is what goes back into your wardrobe and your third pile can either be packed away and reassessed next season or given to a good home. Either way, the third pile must be out of sight and out of mind, you can always revisit this pile half way through a season if you feel the item may work. Often what is in the “no” pile and the “third” pile is what makes our wardrobe look full but useless.  STILL STUCK ON DECIDING? Then Sam’s Toss or Treasure exert from her book Stylish, Sexy & Sane...in 30 days! below may help. Things to toss ƒ ƒ Ill fitting garments ƒ ƒ Worn or damaged items ƒ ƒ Incorrect colours ƒ ƒ Anything you haven’t worn in two years that doesn’t fit the “things to treasure” criteria ƒ ƒ Items you wore when you were either smaller and/or larger if you never wish to be that size again Things to treasure ƒ ƒ Sentimental items (if they don’t make the audit above but you still want to keep them, pack them away and reassess next season) ƒ ƒ True vintage pieces – jewellery, hat, evening bag, scarf, gloves. Items that will do the “fashion circuit” and be back in style within 10 years – lace, silk, satin, floral, animal print, stripe, spot, denim, linen, velvet or taffeta ƒ ƒ Evening shoes and bags – these items often work back beautifully with new season after five wear, and give it an element of individuality ƒ ƒ Any item that is timeless in its design – the LBD (little black/navy dress), leather handbag, court shoes, pearls, linked chain. Detoxing your wardrobe is a liberating experience – but this elation can be quickly replaced with anxiety about what you have left to wear. Fret not. The things you DO have are things that you love, suit your colour palette, enhance your body shape and have a purpose in the coming season. The next step in creating a Workable Wardrobe is to learn how to replenish your items with some savvy “new season” shopping. Vibrantly yours, Sam & Jordi Woods x Understanding styling and fashion is one thing. Having a super-natural flair for making everyday people look incredible is another. Once you’ve met Sam & Jordi Woods, it’s hard not to catch their infectious passion for dressing to match your own lifestyle, personality and charisma. Through their consultancy ‘VibrantConcepts’, Sam & Jordi have transformed the lives of thousands. Let Sam & Jordi show you how to look and feel fabulous everyday at their Style Studio in Erina – learn the art of illusion dressing, colour matching, styling, translating fashion trends and savvy shopping with their unique VC Signature Styling Systems and services that are truly personal and really work! To contact VibrantConcepts phone 0425 221 676. APRIL/MAY – ISSUE 99 27