How is Your Panty Drawer ?

After a quick content inventory of my closet it became painfully clear that my clothes and I were not speaking the same language. To read last Tuesday's post see ~ "Style Statement Make-over~ Are your clothes speaking your language?" So, whats a gal to do? Since I'm on the road to re-inventing myself and my life,this is as good a time as any to work on my wardrobe. After several phone discussions with one of my fashionista besties we agreed that foundation garments (fg) would be a good start.

My task was to go through each (yes try it all on) foundation item and determine if it was a) a keeper b) required repair c) donate item d) time to meet its final destination the garbage. Once the keepers were determined it was organizing them in a way that made sense for me and determine if any basic items were required. I'm happy to say last weeks goal was accomplished:

The Cabinet

It was decided that the shorter cabinet with a pull out shelf would be better suited to function as a foundations drawer, rather than its tall boy partner whose drawers are much narrower and thus difficult for me to access with ease. The pull out shelf can be used to lay out your fg choices the night before ~ so it will be ready for you in the morning.

Scented Drawer Liner

Before organizing could commense, the drawers were dusted and lined with lavender scented drawer liners. This adds a romantic element when opening the cabinet drawers and enevelopes the fg a light fresh scent.

Drawer One

This drawer was assigned the basic essentials. These would include your gym/yoga bras and undies; running errands; those days that you just don't feel like bothering much with fg. Essentials you should have 2-nude, 2-black, 2-white and a couple of coloured bras ~ by having at least 2 of each the thought is while you are wearing one the other is either in the wash or drawer (of course you can have as many as you would like). For panties, choose styles that function well with your clothes ~ it is recommended that you assign at least 8 pairs for specific use the week when your aunt Ruby is visiting.

  

Drawer Two

This drawer was assigned for sexy fg, those panties and bras that make you feel like a million the moment you out them on. I know many women who invest in these items and only wear them for "special occassions". I say make everyday special for yourself!

Drawer Three

 These are those fg that help smooth everything out; your Spanx, slips, camies etc. are located here. The basics should consist of at least 1 each - long, short, top in nude and black.

Drawer Four

This drawer will store your panty hose, knee highs, tights, and stockings along with garter belts.

Cabinet Top

 The top of the cabinet can be used to hold a tray with your favourite fragrances and body lotions. By having these items close together you will be reminded to spritz before putting on fg. It also provides a place to put your everyday accessories such as a watch, wedding/engagement ring and earrings.

You can further personalize your space by adding an item that has a special meaning.

This bag of foundation garments will be donated to a local charity. All items are in fantastic shape ~ but for unknown reasons have seemed to of shrunk. There were no repair items and decided to spare you the discard pile. I hope that these tips for organizing have been helpful and inspired you to take a look at updating your panties and bras.

Style Statement Make-over~ Are your clothes speaking your language?

If you have been looking in your closet and can't quite understand what its trying to say, it may be time for a Style Statement Make-over. It has been a very long time since I understood what my clothes were trying to say - to be more percise its been almost 4 years. As I'm no longer part of the corporate world ~ suits just don't quite make the grade at physio therapy or rehab appointments; my casual clothes, well lets just say the nasty washing/drying machines and dry cleaner have shrunken them almost 3 sizes in the past 3.5 years. Of course when it became clear pyjamas and sweats (the wardrobe du'jour) just weren't going to be appropriate  it was time to go shopping!!

In therory this was great, but what happened was I my brain was still buying for a life I no longer had. So, yes the "new" clothes fit, but remained impracticle for a life of medical and therapy appointments. This past year has been a growing year -not just out and on the scale- but in realizing that I truly was in need of a NEW Style Statement. More importantly I need to define  "SmartCasual" which is a term my friend N. and I came up with to describe my wardrobe requirements.

Since the Seasons are about to change, and many of us are alraedy thinking Autumn and dreaming of the items we want need, I thought it would be a great time to start and share what I'm doing. It doesn't matter if you are in the process of re-inventing yourself, changing your wardrobe style or just want to get organized for the season ahead - I hope you join along. It would love to hear about what great steps, tips you use to organize this weeks items.

This week I'll be working on:

Foundation Items (otherwise known as clothing which touches your skin before all other clothing):
Here are some steps to help get those drawers organized:

Step One ~ pick an area to start with. N. suggested that I start with my foundations drawers.
 
Step Two ~ layout 3 laundry baskets (or any baskets, the idea is to make sorting items easy) & one garbage bag. Label 1) keep 2) donate 3) requires repair , Garbage bag - garbage.
 

Step Three ~ Try on each item ... YES... each item. Exception here is if you haven't worn it for 6 months it must NOT be kept , so no need to try on.

 

Step Four ~ Once drawers are empty, wipe them down and line with a drawer paper (scented adds a lovely touch)

 

Step Five ~ Take all items from basket 1) sort into; panty & bra sets, everyday panties, Aunt Ruby visiting panties, sports bras, garter belts, stockings/pantyhose, pant socks, specialty garmets (Spanx, slips etc.).

Step Six ~ replace these items in your foundations drawers in groups that work best for you.

 

The Goal is by the week-end to have the above steps completed so that an assessment of what I actually need (speaking the basics only) can be determined. Check back over the week-end I'll post about the progress I've made.
 
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