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          Make Way for Wide
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          Enough Stuff

          February 29, 2016

          I seem to be collating a lot of information on stuff. Too much of it and how to deal with it.

          India Knight wrote in the Sunday Times, a few weeks ago, about Ikea’s change of direction to a ‘more circular’ e.g. recycling business. India then continued with how she found huge shopping centres over powering with too much choice,

          ” I don’t want to pick my way through 295 paris of strikingly overpriced jeans: it’s boring and I have better things to do.”

          I totally, agree and I have been working with smaller boutiques recently and love the lack of choice. It harks back to actually enjoying shopping in a relaxed environment – and not always a pricier option. I helped clear a client’s wardrobe last week and the results were like a big deep breath, we could see what she loved without the ‘hanger’s on’.

          Then I read the article from the Telegraph’s, Stella, My year tidying up. Angela Buttolph wrote about her quest to follow the blockbusting book, The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying by Marie Kondo with her follow up version just published, Sparks Joy: An illustrated Guide to the Japanese Art of Tidying.  One of Marie’s tips:

          ” Ask yourself if it sparks joy? Remember: you are not choosing what to discard but rather what to keep. Keep only those things that bring you joy.”

          I read this and immediately cleared out 3 carrier bags from my own drawers. Yay! It felt good.

          Ok, I still have a rail in the attic, the width of my house to deal with, but hey it’s a start!

          K x

           

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          Moving through my forties I've gained confidence to believe in 'style over trends' - quality wins (most of the time) and not to take it all too seriously. A great jacket is always my motto, and I like to play about with old and new and mix in some craft ideas too. I work with lovely clients who want a concise wardrobe or a unique outfit for a special occasion. I hope to inspire you.

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