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Get ready, get set…..purge!!  Now's the time, girls; take a rainy day - this weekend will probably work thanks to Irene -  roll up your sensible sleeves and begin a thorough closet clean out.  I cannot tell you what therapy this is for any woman I've ever worked with.  

Here's a few tips on getting started:

1.  Decide if you want to focus on organizing your spring/summer or fall/winter wardrobe.  Some women keep most of their things together, but either way, decide where your focus will be unless you have a manageable wardrobe and/or lots of time.

2.  Prepare for 4 piles (have bags at the ready):

• KEEP


• GIVE AWAY


• THROW AWAY


• MEND

KEEP - you love them; they work; they fit beautifully; they're comfortable; they reflect you; you're so glad you spent the dollars 'cause they put a smile on your face!

GIVE AWAY - these barely saw the summer's rays; haven't worn them in a couple of years; you're bored; they never fit right; the tags are still on; never had anything to wear with them.*There are lots of women that would be thrilled to have them in their wardrobe.  GIVE to the charity of your choice.

THROW AWAY - these are well worn…a little TOO well worn; they're pilling badly; they've got holes, blacks and whites are more browns and grays.  These have seen better days.  Pitch 'em!

MEND - trousers that were never hemmed; jackets that need a little nipping in at the waist; hemlines shortened; buttons replaced…and VOILA!  They're as good as new.  Take them to your tailor or your dry cleaners.

3.  Of the things I keep, I simply make a list of each of the items I'd like to purchase to update my FALL 2011 wardrobe (or get in on the bargains from this summer's stock…see Effortless Style's shows this Friday 6a.m. 12p.m. and 1p.m. for great deals on first choice pieces!) then when I've got the energy and time….I fill in to update and complete my wardrobe.  This has worked for me and for women I've worked with for years.  The little time up front clears my closet ( and my head) and gets me focussed on pulling together a great wardrobe that's effortless and works every time!

What are your purging and cleansing tips?  I'd love to hear them, let's share the knowledge.  

Don’t forget, you can shop the entire Effortless Style by Citiknits collection anytime on QVC.com.

You were created to be lovely.  Be lovely.

Nancy