{"id":2556,"date":"2023-01-31T10:33:00","date_gmt":"2023-01-31T17:33:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bemorewithless.com\/?p=2556"},"modified":"2023-01-31T15:51:39","modified_gmt":"2023-01-31T22:51:39","slug":"goodcloset","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bemorewithless.com\/goodcloset\/","title":{"rendered":"The Practical Guide to a Closet Clean Out"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Closet purging and decluttering can be a lifelong battle until you are ready for a closet clean out. Before I started dressing with 33 items or less every 3 months, I cleaned out my closet seasonally.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I&#8217;d go through my clothes, move things around, take a little out and add more in. I&#8217;d drag storage containers in from the garage, swap out items, try to make a little space, and then go shopping to celebrate a new season. Notice the vicious circle I&#8217;ve got going here? When I had a big wardrobe (before my closet clean out), I&#8217;d get bored with my wardrobe but nothing I added ever &#8220;completed my wardrobe&#8221; or made me feel better. It was a constant, more, more more. And it was never enough.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-123857\" src=\"https:\/\/bemorewithless.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/closet-clean-out.jpg\" alt=\"This image is the title of the article, The Practical Guide To A Closet Clean Out with the image of a small wardrobe in the background.\" width=\"600\" height=\"1200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bemorewithless.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/closet-clean-out.jpg 600w, https:\/\/bemorewithless.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/closet-clean-out-150x300.jpg 150w, https:\/\/bemorewithless.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/closet-clean-out-512x1024.jpg 512w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"after-entry margin\">\n<h3 class=\"widget-title\">Grab the free Capsule Quick-Start Guide!<\/h3>\n<p>And receive weekly updates from Be More with Less<br \/>\nto help you simplify your closet and your life.<\/p>\n<p><script src=\"https:\/\/cdn.convertkit.com\/assets\/CKJS4.js?v=21\"><\/script><\/p>\n<form id=\"ck_subscribe_form\" class=\"ck_subscribe_form\" action=\"https:\/\/app.convertkit.com\/landing_pages\/269802\/subscribe\" data-remote=\"true\"><input id=\"ck_form_options\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"{&quot;form_style&quot;:&quot;full&quot;,&quot;embed_style&quot;:&quot;inline&quot;,&quot;embed_trigger&quot;:&quot;scroll_percentage&quot;,&quot;scroll_percentage&quot;:&quot;70&quot;,&quot;delay_seconds&quot;:&quot;10&quot;,&quot;display_position&quot;:&quot;br&quot;,&quot;display_devices&quot;:&quot;all&quot;,&quot;days_no_show&quot;:&quot;15&quot;,&quot;converted_behavior&quot;:&quot;show&quot;}\" \/><input id=\"landing_page_id\" name=\"id\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"269802\" \/><input id=\"ck_form_recaptcha\" name=\"ck_form_recaptcha\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"ck_errorArea\">\n<div id=\"ck_error_msg\" style=\"display: none;\">\n<p>There was an error submitting your subscription. Please try again.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ck_control_group ck_first_name_field_group\"><input id=\"ck_firstNameField\" class=\"ck_first_name\" name=\"first_name\" type=\"text\" placeholder=\"First name\" \/><\/div>\n<div class=\"ck_control_group ck_email_field_group\"><input id=\"ck_emailField\" class=\"ck_email_address\" name=\"email\" required=\"\" type=\"email\" placeholder=\"Email address\" \/><\/div>\n<div class=\"ck_control_group ck_captcha2_h_field_group ck-captcha2-h\" style=\"position: absolute !important; left: -999em !important;\"><label class=\"ck_label\" for=\"ck_captcha2_h\">We use this field to detect spam bots. If you fill this in, you will be marked as a spammer.<\/label><br \/>\n<input id=\"ck_captcha2_h\" class=\"ck-captcha2-h\" name=\"captcha2_h\" type=\"text\" \/><\/div>\n<p><button id=\"ck_subscribe_button\" class=\"subscribe_button ck_subscribe_button btn fields\">Download Now<\/button><\/p>\n<\/form>\n<\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many years ago, when I finally decided to clean out my closet for good, all of these crazy questions and emotions came up.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Guilt asked, <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cWhy did you spend so much money on things you don&#8217;t wear?\u201d<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Frustration asked, <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cAre we going to have to do this again in 6 months?\u201d<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fear asked, <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cIf you let go, will you have enough to wear?\u201d<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I listened to each question, filled with emotion. After hearing the same questions seasonally for decades, I knew it was time for a change. If your closet decluttering patterns are feeling a little vicious circle-ish too, this closet clean out guide will help.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Closet Clean Out Tips<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This practical guide will walk you, step-by-step through a closet clean out, but here are some quick closet clean out tips if you are ready to dive in. Consider a few of these <a href=\"https:\/\/gabriellearruda.com\/rules-for-cleaning-out-closet\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">closet clean out rules<\/a> too.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Remove anything that doesn&#8217;t fit your body or your lifestyle.<\/li>\n<li>Make a commitment not to add anything to your closet until the clean out is complete.<\/li>\n<li>If you haven&#8217;t worn something in more than a year, remove it.<\/li>\n<li>Include <a href=\"https:\/\/theeverygirl.com\/7-things-you-should-clean-out-from-your-closet-this-year\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">anything on this list<\/a> in your closet clean out.<\/li>\n<li>See anything with price tags in there? Yep, that can go too.<\/li>\n<li>Instead of donating clothes right away, hide them for awhile.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Have fun with this step-by-step practical guide for a closet clean out. I know it sounds hard to believe but this doesn&#8217;t have to be something you dread doing. You can be gentle or <a href=\"https:\/\/simplelionheartlife.com\/decluttering-your-wardrobe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ruthless<\/a> with your closet clean out and it can be fun. And, instead of doing it every quarter or season, this could be the last time you ever have to do it.<\/p>\n<h2><b>How do I clean out my closet?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span data-offset-key=\"djv2j-19-0\">C<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"djv2j-20-0\">leaning<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"djv2j-21-0\"> out<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"djv2j-22-0\"> your<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"djv2j-23-0\"> closet<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"djv2j-24-0\"> can<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"djv2j-25-0\"> feel like<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"djv2j-26-0\">\u00a0a<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"djv2j-27-0\"> daunting<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"djv2j-28-0\"> task<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"djv2j-29-0\">,<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"djv2j-30-0\"> but<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"djv2j-31-0\"> it<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"djv2j-32-0\"> doesn<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"djv2j-33-0\">&#8216;t<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"djv2j-34-0\"> have<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"djv2j-35-0\"> to<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"djv2j-36-0\"> be<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"djv2j-37-0\">!<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"djv2j-38-0\"> With<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"djv2j-39-0\"> the<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"djv2j-40-0\"> right<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"djv2j-41-0\"> tools<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"djv2j-42-0\"> and<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"djv2j-43-0\"> a willingness to be honest about what you have and what you need<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"djv2j-47-0\">,<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"djv2j-48-0\"> you<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"djv2j-49-0\"> can<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"djv2j-50-0\"> make<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"djv2j-51-0\"> your<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"djv2j-52-0\"> closet<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"djv2j-53-0\"> a<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"djv2j-54-0\"> happier<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"djv2j-58-0\">\u00a0space<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"djv2j-59-0\">.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-15-0\">Having<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-16-0\"> a<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-17-0\"> clean<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-18-0\"> closet<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-19-0\"> is<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-20-0\"> powerful<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-22-0\">\u00a0in<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-23-0\"> many<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-24-0\"> ways<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-25-0\">.<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-26-0\"> It<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-27-0\"> helps<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-28-0\"> you<\/span> <span data-offset-key=\"578ip-34-0\">to<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-35-0\"> find<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-36-0\"> what<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-37-0\"> you<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-38-0\"> need<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-39-0\"> more<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-40-0\"> quickly<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-41-0\">.<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-42-0\"> It<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-43-0\"> eliminates<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-44-0\"> clutter<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-45-0\"> and decision fatigue<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-59-0\">.<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-60-0\"> It<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-61-0\"> also<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-62-0\"> makes<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-63-0\"> it<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-64-0\"> easier<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-65-0\"> to<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-66-0\"> get<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-67-0\"> dressed<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-68-0\"> in<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-69-0\"> the<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-70-0\"> morning<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-71-0\">,<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-72-0\"> because<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-73-0\"> you<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-74-0\"> can<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-75-0\"> see<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-76-0\"> all<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-77-0\"> of<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-78-0\"> your<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-79-0\"> (fewer) options<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-80-0\"> at<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-81-0\"> once<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-82-0\">.<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-83-0\"> Clean<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-84-0\">ing<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-85-0\"> out<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-86-0\"> your<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-87-0\"> closet<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-88-0\"> can<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-89-0\"> also<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-90-0\"> help<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-91-0\"> you<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-92-0\"> to<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-93-0\"> get<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-94-0\"> rid<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-95-0\"> of<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-96-0\"> clothes<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-97-0\"> that<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-98-0\"> no<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-99-0\"> longer<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-100-0\"> fit<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-101-0\"> or that you never wear<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-107-0\">.<\/span> <span data-offset-key=\"578ip-125-0\">Additionally<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-126-0\">,<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-127-0\"> cleaning<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-128-0\"> out<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-129-0\"> your<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-130-0\"> closet<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-131-0\"> can<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-132-0\"> even<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-133-0\"> help<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-134-0\"> you<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-135-0\"> to<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-136-0\"> save<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-137-0\"> money<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-138-0\"> because<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-139-0\"> you<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-140-0\"> won<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-141-0\">&#8216;t<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-142-0\"> be<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-143-0\"> tempted<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-144-0\"> to<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-145-0\"> buy<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-146-0\"> items<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-147-0\"> that<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-148-0\"> you<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-149-0\"> already<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-150-0\"> have<\/span><span data-offset-key=\"578ip-151-0\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are plenty of ways to clean out your closet. To avoid making unnecessary decisions when you already feeling overwhelmed, use this practical guide for your closet clean out. For extra calm and focus, take few deep breaths before each round. It can&#8217;t hurt!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Round One: Empty all the clothes from your closet.<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Put it on your calendar. Depending on the state of your closet, you may need 2-5 hours or more. Clear the day, hire a sitter, unplug and make it important.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make two playlists: One with your favorite happy, uplifting, everything is going to be ok music, and one filled with songs that calm you down. You are going to need good music.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bring a water bottle. This is a marathon. You will need water. (and snacks)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Empty your closet. Yes, the whole thing. Completely empty.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don&#8217;t worry about sorting yet, just move everything to your bed. If you put everything on your bed, you&#8217;ll be motivated to complete the project before bedtime.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have clothes in bureaus, storage containers, or other closets or areas of your home, get those too. Dump them on the bed.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While you are at it, add your shoes, accessories, and jewelry. All the things. It&#8217;s important to see everything together so you have a clear picture of what&#8217;s really in your wardrobe.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wash your closet. Make it really clean in there. Air it out.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take a break. This is a great time to take a walk. Get away from your closet, clothes, guilt, frustration, or any other emotions that are coming up. Walk and breathe. Let go.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Round Two: Sort the clothes from your closet.<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Drink water and turn up the music. Let&#8217;s make this closet clean out fun!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Move the clothes on your bed to piles on the floor with a ruthless first pass sort. Don&#8217;t give it too much thought, just go with your first reaction. Sort items into the following piles:<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Love: I love these items. They fit me well and I wear them frequently.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maybe: I want to keep this but I don&#8217;t know why. (you know you have those items)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Donate: These items don&#8217;t fit my body or my life.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trash: These items are in poor condition. (repurpose if possible)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep going until your bed is clear and you have 4 piles on the floor.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Roll around on your bed, kick your feet up in the air and scream, \u201calmost there!\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drink water and eat snacks.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Box or bag up your items to donate and bring them to your car or garage. Get them out of sight immediately.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Throw out the trash.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take a second pass at your two remaining piles. Try on clothing you aren&#8217;t sure about and ask the following questions:<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Would I go to the store and buy this today?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Will I wear this in the next 3-6 months (or ever)?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the answer is no, start a new donate pile and immediately add it to your other items for donation. Out of sight.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Put the remaining items back in your closet, or into seasonal storage containers, OR move on to the bonus round.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take another walk before the bonus round.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Bonus Round: Try creating a minimalist capsule wardrobe.<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You&#8217;ve done enough already, so if you are ready to wrap it up, simply close your closet and celebrate.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But, if you love a good challenge, and really want to redefine your relationship with clothing, emotional spending and the other stuff in your life give minimalist fashion challenge Project 333 a try. I started this challenge in 2010 and still stick to 33 items or less every three months. It&#8217;s that good. When you first start thinking about dressing with less during your closet clean out, you might think it will be a sacrifice, or that it will take away from your creative expression, or that you&#8217;ll be bored. Weather, laundry and fear may be an obstacle at first too. You&#8217;ll likely learn through this <a href=\"https:\/\/bemorewithless.com\/create-a-capsule-wardrobe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">capsule wardrobe experiment<\/a> that none of those things are an issue.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You&#8217;ve done the hard work already, so take the next step and experiment with dressing with less. You&#8217;ll discover surprising benefits and learn what you really want and need in your closet. <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spoiler alert \u2026 it&#8217;s less than you think. <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bemorewithless.com\/how-to-build-a-capsule-wardrobe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Creating a capsule wardrobe<\/a> will change the way you dress and the way you think about the stuff in your closet.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>If you want to try Project 333<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do it on your own with the instructions below, or for extra inspiration, instruction, and connection, try the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/courses.bemorewithless.com\/dress-with-less\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dress with Less Course.<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose 33 items from your remaining 2 piles including clothing, shoes, jewelry and accessories.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Box up the rest and revisit it in 3 months. You&#8217;ll have a whole new outlook on what remains.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don&#8217;t include underwear, sleepwear, loungewear, or workout clothes, but make sure you are actually sleeping, lounging, or working out in your designated clothes. If your yoga pants go to the grocery store more frequently than yoga class, count them as part of your 33 items.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check out <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bemorewithless.com\/project-333-challenge\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">the official rules here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get inspired <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/bemorewithless\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">on Instagram here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. 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