How to Edit Your Wardrobe Before a New Season
Whenever I swap out my wardrobe between seasons, I do a little mini edit. It helps me manage what’s actually in there and shop smarter for what I actually need.
And if you’ve ever stood in front of your closet, staring at a row of tops but somehow feeling like you have nothing to wear—this is for you.
Why You Want to Edit Your Wardrobe
It helps you see what you’re missing.
If you’re looking at a row of tops but still feel like you have no shirts to wear, the problem isn’t that you need more—it’s that what’s in there isn’t working.
Surprises suck.
Nothing ruins a night faster than realizing the outfit you planned doesn’t fit right anymore. Editing your wardrobe keeps you ahead of the game—so you’re not scrambling last minute.
It’s a reality check for your evolving style.
What you loved two years ago might not feel like you anymore—and that’s okay. You evolve, and your wardrobe should too.
How to Edit Your Wardrobe
Avoid overwhelm, so take this one category at a time: tops, bottoms, jackets, dresses, shoes, bags, jewelry.
Step 1: Set the Vibe
Grab a snack. You cannot make life decisions on an empty stomach.
Put on a great playlist. Fun vibes only.
Step 2: Pull Everything Out
Take all your tops out of your closet and lay them on your bed.
You need to see what you own—including what’s hiding in the back of your drawers.
Step 3: Try It On. No, Actually.
Yes, you really do have to try your stuff on.
Stand in front of a mirror and ask: Do I feel good in this?
Step 4: Sort into 4 Piles
Love it: Pieces you wear all the time and feel amazing in.
Like it: Items you love the idea of but something’s off (fit, fabric, colour). Make note of what could make them better.
Replace it: Things you wear often but need a refresh (worn-out basics, too-tight pants, sweaters that have seen better days). These go on your shopping list before you part with them.
Not working: Things that don’t fit, are damaged, or just don’t feel like you.
Step 5: Handle the “Not Working” Pile
If it’s been sitting in your closet unworn for over two years, donate it.
If it’s in great condition but just not right for you, sell or consign it.
Final Thoughts
You might not have a ton of pieces you love yet—and that’s okay.
Personal style isn’t built overnight. It takes trial & error, figuring out what actually makes you feel good, and not buying every cute thing you see just because it’s trending.
Your ‘Like’ pile is important.
It gives you data about your style. Maybe you love the color but not the cut, or you wish it had a different neckline. Take notes—this helps you shop smarter.
Your ‘Replace’ pile starts your shopping list.
These are the pieces you wear all the time but need to replace before you part with the original. It’s why you don’t need a huge haul—just a few key upgrades that will actually get worn.
At the end of the day, an edited wardrobe = a closet full of options instead of clutter. And that makes getting dressed (and feeling good about it) so much easier.
