So in line with my one word, simplify, this year I’ve decided to take on aย no new clothes and makeup challenge!
Late last year I had a moment and wondered why on earth was Iย continuing to spend so much time online and in stores, spending my hard earned money on clothes that I didn’t need or love? At home, I took a good look at my overflowing cupboards and drawers and saw that I had more than enough to get me by for any occasion that might be thrown my way.
I had a quick jump online and was pleasantly surprised to see that this was a thing and many other people had actually done this challenge. I took stock of all the makeup I have and thought that I might as well include it in the challenge as well! Below is about half of what I own, not as much as I’ve seen others have but more than enough to last me many, many years.
I’m really excited to do this and see how far I can go with it. Everyone I’ve told so far thinks it’s crazy but I think it’s definitely doable.
I’m hoping that this challenge will 1) free up my time 2) save money 3) make me appreciate and get use out of what I have 4) help me to cull my wardrobe into pieces that I love and 5) stop “collecting” more makeup and use what I have. I also want to stop the mindless click and buy mentality that I’ve cultivated.
So onto a few rules:
- I’ve donated some clothes and plan to do this throughout the year. I’ve turned my hangers backwards to help me figure out what I haven’t worn.
- No new clothes means no buying any clothes – firsthand, secondhand or swaps!
- This includes underwear, accessories and bags.
- I can fix or mend clothes (that should be interesting!) if I need too.
- No new makeup includes everything except lotions that I use and run out of on a regular basis.
- This includes nail polish and perfume.
This is my biggest challenge of the year and I’m excited to check in with updates as the year progresses.