The 20/80 Rule to declutter your wardrobe

The 20/80 rule and your wardrobe.

What is it and how can it help you?

We have all heard of it, you wear 20% of your wardrobe 80% of the time.

Meaning, most people consistently wear only a small portion of their wardrobe with the majority of clothes being worn only occasionally, if ever.

This gradually happens as we tend to reach for our most comfortable, versatile, or favourite items. Also, we hold on to Some clothes may not fit well, be out of season, or no longer suit your style. And then there are Impulse buys or trend-based purchases which often get worn once or not at all.

Anyone relate? Yes?

Well - How to use the 20/80 rule to your advantage:

Declutter: Identify the 80% you rarely wear and pass them on -  donate or sell them.

Streamline your wardrobe: Build around your favourite 20% — invest in quality, versatile staples.

Create a capsule wardrobe: Focus on fewer pieces that mix and match well.

Be intentional with new purchases: Ask yourself, “Will this become part of my 20%?”

Perfect – but how can you make your entire wardrobes more useable? Well there is another 80/20 rule.  

The secret to having a functional wardrobe – it  should be composed of 80% basic, versatile pieces that can be mixed and matched, and 20% personality-driven or trend-based items that add flair. This approach creates a wardrobe of essentials that simplifies getting dressed while still allowing for style and uniqueness through statement pieces and seasonal accessories. 

By all these calculations, Blackpants has you covered! We design functional and versatile garments – that can be mixed and matched – allowing you to create a work wardrobe that compliments your own unique style. Perfect!

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