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I spent a day last week pulling things out of my closet. My goal is to have everything I haven't worn in the last year out by November 1st. Noticing how packed my calendar is in September and October, I thought I better get the lead out and start now. The bottom line is, I have some great pieces that I no longer wear, be it size or style issues. There is a beautiful LBD and Blazer from J.Crew from the early 90's. Neither fit and to have either or both of them tailored, I think the price would not benefit the outcome. There is a beautiful silk Eileen Fisher Jacket and Pants - gorgeous really - but it is quite large and the jacket is entirely made of pintucks. Again, prohibitive to have altered. A couple of silk skirts from mid-90's J.Peterman, that I hate to discard, but they are so dated...I know I won't wear them again.
The bottom line is, I need to find a women's charity to take them to. There are too many good pieces to just do the Goodwill thing and hope for the best. Any ideas on charities that will take gently worn, beautiful clothes to help women get back on their feet? I know there are places that do this work, I just don't know where.
Love,
S
PS: I am not done with the closet but I think the shoe drawers are next.
Have you tried a women's shelter in your area? That might be a place to start.
ReplyDeleteI'm so proud of what you've accomplished this year! Most of us don't realize how difficult this would be (i say this after just ordering a new pair of shoes online). Hang in there, just a few short weeks to go!
Thanks Patty, great idea. I just went on-line and found Working Wardrobes. They take gently used nice clothing and I would much rather have these things go there, where they will be merchandised than left in piles at the Goodwill. I will let you know how it goes!
ReplyDeleteLove,
S