Challenge yourself!

 Sometimes my "routine" lifestyle can be boring. I'm always trying to switch things up and make it interesting! Back in November, I made a silly challenge with myself (that is still challenging me 2 months later!) I don't know if it was a minor sense of conviction from my constant need to find a bargain, or the fact that Christmas was right around the corner and I needed to save my nickels & dimes! Whatever the reason, I challenged myself not to buy a single article of clothing until I managed to wear everything I already own at least once.

 You may be thinking, "That doesn't seem so bad!" However, I didn't realize exactly how hard that would be... until now. Don't get me wrong, I'm not like, a crazy hoarder who only shops and spends a ridiculous amount of money. I am just always looking for a bargain. That "one item" I can't seem to live without. The bad little habit resulted in multiple sweaters, cardigans, jeans, shoes, you name it... all of which had a $3, $7 and $12 price tag that just remained in the closet and was justified by a "Steal."

  I'm going to start with the good news... I made it a whole month without purchasing anything! My Husband was so excited! Hehe. The week following, was not so successful. I tried to blame my sister for forcing me to go shopping with her! When the truth is, I needed some stress relief! 

 I did manage to wear everything in my closet that still had tags! Sadly, I didn't quite make it through my entire wardrobe before I bought something. I could beat myself up over it, but I like to look at the positive aspect of my little challenge. #1 - I cleaned out a good amount of clothing I knew I would never wear & that I had held onto for too long! #2 - I'm a lot more aware of the items in my closet & don't go straight to similar things when I'm in stores!   #3 - I've challenged myself to think outside of the box when it comes to pattern mixing. #4 - I've found multiple uses for items I never thought I would wear more than one way! Although My original challenge is "technically" over, I am still trying to wear everything I own over the next couple of months! I look forward to posting the outfit combos I come up with! Feel free to share your thoughts & pictures if you decide to do the same!

XOXO -Kate