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Living unexpectedly out of a suitcase for 5 weeks, 1,700 miles from home, with only what I packed for a 10 day trip was an eye opening experience for me.

I had just the essentials with me:

• Approx 20 very versatile items of clothing (3 pairs of jeans, 3 dresses, 1 cardigan, 3 pairs of shorts, 1 jacket, 2 blouses, 3 tees, 2 tanks, 2 skirts)
• 1 scarf
• 3 belts
• 3 pairs of shoes
• 5 pieces of jewelry
• Small case of makeup and hair supplies

Oh, and I did pick up a few new items while I was out there like an Oklahoma University Hoodie, a few pieces from the Phillip Lim for Target Collection, and a necklace from an arts festival we went to.

The eye opening part? I survived without the 100 items of clothes, jewelry, accessories, makeup and shoes sitting here in my closet at home.

I think I have realized that I own too much… I need to slow down on picking up new items for my closet and focus more on curating a wardrobe that I am happy with. I want a wardrobe that is lighter on my wallet and one that makes it easier to get dressed in the morning!

I know this isn’t a new concept and that many bloggers dedicate all of their content to this exact topic, but for me, it is a revelation. It is something that goes beyond just my closet and stretches into all aspects of my life. I am ready to streamline my home, my daily schedule, and of course, my closet.

Wish me luck!