I challenge you...to shop your closet

January 5, 2021Theo Pace

Several years ago, I ran a shop in Massachusetts with a close friend of mine. We frequently did what we called "Bloomingdale's runs" after work to buy little things we didn't carry in our store, like makeup. One day I asked her if she wanted to come with me and she said no because she was on a "gas and groceries diet." When I asked her what she meant, she explained that she was committed to buying only what she absolutely needed for the month – gas and groceries. I was floored. How brilliant! And wow, what a challenge!

I have since made the "gas and groceries diet" my own January tradition every year. It's a perfect time to implement this because I'm spent out from the holidays, both literally and figuratively. I'm going to venture a guess that many of you feel the exact same way, yes? If so, I'd love to have you join me in this year's challenge. The New Year is a wonderful time to try something like this because most of us are recovering from the "holiday spending hangover." It's also not a traditional "resolution" that you need to stick with all year long. Plus, you have my help!

As you may have guessed, my personal version of the gas and groceries diet is centered around clothes. In the winter months, it's easy to quickly get bored with the clothing items we keep pulling out to wear. That initial excitement from the fall about wearing chunky sweaters and tall boots is long gone, replaced by annoyance over yet another cold, dreary day and having to wear our warmest winter coat again.

This is where "shop your closet" comes into play. Much like the gas and groceries diet, this challenge requires that you don't purchase new clothing unless you absolutely need it (and let's be honest, most of us don't truly need any new clothes). Instead, you challenge yourself to look at your wardrobe with a fresh perspective and repurpose items that you don't typically wear. A closet refresher like this can help you hone in on the clothing items you gravitate towards, as well as determine which items you should keep, donate, and/or sell.

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So, are you intrigued enough to want to join me on this fun challenge? Fantastic! I'm creating a private Facebook group to guide people through it, so you'll have my support and help every step of the way. I'll offer tips each week throughout January to help you get more use out of the clothing items you already own. Together, we'll be able to identify what's missing from your wardrobe and we may even redefine your personal style. I'm always amazed after doing this at how I can suddenly love something again that I hadn't worn or even reached for in ages! During January's challenge, I'll also help you take advantage of can't-miss sales on true wardrobe necessities, like jeans and other staple items.

Joining the shop your closet challenge gives you the opportunity to take advantage of free styling advice from me for the entire month! You'll have an all-access pass to me, so you'll be able to ask any questions about styling or fashion that mystify you. I'll share lots of good reads and insider tips throughout the month to walk you through the challenge, and I'll also do a few live Q & A's.

Want to join in on the fun? All you have to do is drop me an email or connect with me on Facebook or Instagram and let me know you're interested. I'll add you to the private group before the challenge goes live on January 11th. You can also subscribe to my email list to download the free "shop your closet challenge" guide. Remember, I'm doing the challenge along with you, so I hope you'll join me. Happy new year, and I can't wait to get this underway!