Appreciation post: the one-box rule I started 3 months ago actually transformed my closet space

I used to keep 'maybe' piles that sat for 6 months but now I force myself to pick one box for donations and one for keep every Sunday - which side has worked better for you long term?

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amy_anderson1mo ago

Oh man, the 'maybe' pile. That's just a fancy name for a box that lives in your closet and judges you every time you walk by, right? I started something similar but my rule is that if I haven't worn it in a year and I can't name a specific event I'd wear it to in the next month, it goes straight to donations. No second chances, no "oh but this might come back in style" delusions. Honestly, my keep pile has shrunk to like nothing but at least I can actually find my favorite jeans now without fighting a mountain of regret.

ellioth371mo ago

Wait, "a box that lives in your closet and judges you" - that is way too accurate and I'm kind of offended you called me out like that lol. But also, your rule about being able to name a specific event is brutal, like what if I just want to look good for absolutely nothing in particular? I mean, I get the logic, it's smart, but my brain is still trying to hold onto that band t-shirt from 2016 because what if I suddenly get invited to a themed party or something. Idk, maybe I'm just weak, but the idea of having zero backup options makes me nervous even though I know my current setup is just chaos.