closet inventory

Inspired by other bloggers, especially Kimi, I was inspired a couple of years ago to do a closet inventory post, since I find theirs so fascinating and informative. And since it's been a few years now, I decided to put on my 19 in 2019 list a goal to do an updated version.

I have a dresser where I store undies/socks and workout clothes, so those (and real outerwear) are not counted here, but otherwise here's everything that's in my half of the closet (you can see the general layout of the shelves + 2 hanging bars below). With the major categories, I also listed how many more or fewer of each type of item I have now, compared to the 2016 count.

Dresses: 19 (+4)

• Long-sleeved: 5
• Short-sleeved: 3
• Sleeveless: 8
• Jumpsuits: 3

Shirts: 40 (+0)

• Tees/tanks: 13
• Long-sleeved: 9
• Blouses: 13
• Button-downs: 5

Sweaters: 22 (-4)

• Pullovers: 16
• Cardigans: 4
• Sweatshirts: 2

Pants: 9 (+2)

• Jeans: 5
• White/black jeans: 3
• Others: 1

Shorts: 3 (-1)

Skirts: 5 (-2)

Outers: 8 (-1)

• Jackets: 4
• Blazers: 3
• Vests: 1

Shoes: 25 (+1)

• Flats: 7
• Heels: 4
• Sneakers: 4
• Sandals: 5
• Boots: 3
• Espadrilles: 2

Whew, that really seems like a lot of items when you write them out, but since this is my entire wardrobe (I store everything in my half of the closet, no switching out for seasons except to put seasonal shoes on the lower shelves and non-seasonal shelves on the ones I need a stool to reach), I feel pretty good about it - especially because I'm basically at the same total number as 3 years ago. I do like to shop for new things, but I try to be conscious of not accumulating too much, and this makes it feel like I've been pretty successful... even if many of the items in the closet are different than ones I had 3 years ago, at least I don't have way more of them.

Perks of doing a closet inventory:

• Really assessing what I have, weeding out stuff that's not in such good shape any more (hello armpit holes in some white tees), and also figuring out what things I might like to be incorporating into this existing wardrobe, to make a specific shopping list (and an attempt to stick to only that for future purchases!).
• Also, really assessing what I actually wear - which is an opportunity for seeing what it might be time to let go of (check out my Poshmark for a few of the things...).
• Realizing that I have plenty of clothes, enough to have plenty of variety in my outfits - and while I have the space to store more if I wanted, there's perhaps not a need for it, because look how many sweaters I already have! Good reminder.
• Getting everything all organized nicely - I'm usually pretty tidy, but going through everything was an excuse to get it all put back nicely.

And because I love any behind-the-scenes peek, here's a glimpse of my half of the closet... If you've ever done any wardrobe inventory or closet tour post, drop me a link so I can satisfy my nosiness!