If this is the first blog post you’re reading, I would recommend checking out my other two post on material decluttering first: ‘Declutter Your Life: 4 Compelling Reasons Inside!‘ and ‘KonMari Tips for Successful Decluttering: A Must-Read!‘.

If you want to see my clothing declutter, watch this YouTube Video after reading the post!

KonMari Method: Initial Clothing Declutter 👗

Starting with clothes is an excellent choice in my opinion. Gather everything from your closets, dressers, shelves, laundry, and any other storage spaces, and pile it all onto the bed. Make sure not to overlook anything. Remember, these piles are crucial for the magic of decluttering. Don’t fret or feel embarrassed if you discover you have more than expected; this is your personal journey, and no one will judge you. It’s about your progress and success in the end. Consider taking a photo before and after the decluttering process so you can track your development and take pride in your accomplishments!

Now, keep some boxes ready or staple your clothes according to the categories ‘keep’, ‘donate’, ‘sell’ or ‘trash’ and let the fun part begin! To sum up what we have learned in the blog post ‘KonMari Tips for Successful Decluttering: A Must-Read!‘: only keep what sparks joy.

Making Decisions: Not Every Item is Easy to Keep or Discard… 📦

However, when sorting through my clothes, I often find myself torn between pieces that don’t particularly excite me but are part of my routine or deemed necessary for specific (business) occasions, and those I genuinely love but rarely wear. If you’re in a similar situation, consider choosing from one of these three approaches: firstly, only keep items that truly spark joy (yes, seriously). Secondly, ask yourself whether someone else might appreciate and wear the item more frequently than you do. Wouldn’t it be nice to pass it on to someone who would cherish it? Lastly, you can try packing these items in a so-called ‘Maybe’ box and but it away for a self set time period. If you find that you haven’t worn them by the end of the deadline, it might be time to let them go. Nevertheless, don’t pressure yourself too much. If you’re not ready to part with something just yet, it’s okay to hold onto it until you feel comfortable doing so.

Project 333: Capsule Wardrobe Challenge 🧥

Done with the initial decluttering and up for a new challenge? Well then, onto the exciting challenge – Project 333.
What’s it all about? 33 wardrobe items for 3 months, including shoes, bags, and accessories. The rest of your clothes go into temporary retirement. Why should you try this? It’s an opportunity to embrace a new experience, push your boundaries, and potentially discover positive side effects, like reducing stress. If you want to get a better insight into this project, check out Courtney Carver’s Project 333.

Choosing the 33 Items 👖

Every piece of clothing is counted individually, not as an outfit, excluding things which come in pairs, such as shoes. Those 33 items do not include underwear, sentimental jewelry you don’t take off, workout clothes which only work out and not work for going out, sleep wear, clothes you only wear at home. 

I’ve shared the items I’ve chosen for my Project 333 journey in my YouTube video as well as below, and it wasn’t as easy as I expected. This challenge aims to help us realize how much we truly need and can function well with. Plus, Courtney Carver, the brains behind Project 333, believes it significantly reduces stress by simplifying your wardrobe choices.

Why Take on Project 333? 🌟

So why should we try this if we have so much more we can wear? Experimenting with a capsule wardrobe could be an exciting venture. It pushes you out of your comfort zone, minimizes decision fatigue, and, as Courtney notes, removes a significant amount of stress from your life by streamlining your closet.

It is not about abandoning the rest of your closet. If you like the experience and want to stick with it, you change your clothes regularly. It is possible that you get less bored of what you have, if you recover and switch up your wardrobe every three month. Imagine how it’s going to feel recovering your favorite sweater when you prepare yourself for the winter season. This may lead to buying less, so you can save up some money while stressing the environment less. 

Additional Resources for Your Journey 📚

• Marie Kondo’s books: Explore the full collection here.
• Marie Kondo’s Netflix series: For practical demonstrations, check out “Tidying Up with Marie Kondo.”
• Bea Johnson’s book “Zero Waste Home”: Dive into the principles of zero waste living with Bea Johnson’s book.
  Check it out here.
• Courtney Carver’s Project 333: Learn more about the challenge on Courtney’s page.
  

Wrap-up and Future Plans 🎉

Done with decluttering your clothes and excited to continue with another category? Then read my blog posts on ‘Declutter and Organize Your Papers – Once and for all!‘ or ‘Parting from Sentimental Items: A Liberating Approach!‘!

Comment on this: Have you ever applied the KonMari method or done project 333?