Closet Edit

More Than Cleaning a Wardrobe

Closet Edit is not simply about removing clothes. Often known as a “closet cleaning”, it is a more strategic and complete approach to wardrobe evaluation.

It is a complete review according to personal style, body proportions, colouring, lifestyle, professional needs, current objectives, garment quality, functionality and the image you want to communicate.

The objective is not to create an empty closet. It is to create a wardrobe that makes sense.

My Approach — Analysis Before Elimination

I do not believe in discarding clothes simply because they are old, unfashionable or outside a traditional list of essentials. A piece may deserve its place because it represents your identity, fits your lifestyle, creates valuable combinations, has emotional or material value, can be altered, can be styled differently or serves a specific function.

In the same way, a beautiful or expensive piece may no longer make sense if it does not fit, is never worn or no longer communicates the image you want. Every decision is intentional.

What We Evaluate

• Fit
• Proportion
• Silhouette
• Colour
• Style identity
• Comfort
• Fabric
• Construction
• Condition
• Versatility
• Lifestyle relevance
• Coordination potential
• Maintenance
• Frequency of use
• Emotional attachment

The Four Possible Decisions

• KEEP — The piece works well, represents you and contributes to your wardrobe.
• ALTER — The item has potential but requires tailoring, repair, updating or another technical adjustment.
• REPOSITION — The piece may work differently through new styling, layering, accessories or a change of context.
• RELEASE — The item no longer fits your body, lifestyle, identity or objectives and may be donated, sold, recycled or discarded responsibly.

What Stays — and Why

Keeping a piece should be as intentional as removing it. We identify garments that fit properly, express your style, work with your colouring, support your routine, create useful combinations and deserve space in your wardrobe.

What Leaves — and Why

Pieces may be released when they no longer fit, are damaged beyond repair, do not reflect your current identity, create discomfort, are difficult to combine, duplicate other items without purpose or remain unused for reasons unlikely to change.

Alterations and Repairs

• Changing length
• Refining the waist
• Adjusting shoulders
• Replacing buttons
• Repairing linings
• Modifying sleeves
• Updating details
• Restoring leather or footwear
• Improving garment structure

Wardrobe Gaps

Once the wardrobe has been evaluated, genuine gaps become visible. They may include wardrobe foundations, layering pieces, footwear, accessories, workwear, occasionwear, seasonal items, travel essentials or connector pieces.

Wardrobe Organisation

• Garment categories
• Colour organisation
• Visibility
• Folding and hanging
• Accessory storage
• Seasonal rotation
• Garment care
• A system that is easy to maintain

The objective is not only visual organisation. It is to make the wardrobe easier to use.

Closet Edit Is Not Outfit Styling

Closet Edit focuses on evaluating the wardrobe: what stays, what leaves, what requires alteration, what is missing and how the wardrobe can function more effectively.

Outfit Styling focuses on creating and documenting complete outfits using the pieces that remain.

Closet Edit creates clarity. Outfit Styling turns that clarity into looks.

What Is Included

• Initial wardrobe assessment
• Piece-by-piece analysis
• Keep, Alter, Reposition and Release categories
• Tailoring and repair recommendations
• Wardrobe-gap identification
• Strategic shopping list
• Organisation recommendations
• Garment-care guidance
• Donation or resale direction
• Photographic documentation according to package
• Personalised wardrobe report according to package

Before the Session

We define your objectives, current lifestyle, personal and professional needs, main wardrobe challenges, recent changes in body, career or routine and any specific emotional or practical concerns.

Who Is It For?

• People who have many clothes but feel they have nothing to wear.
• Clients overwhelmed by their wardrobe.
• People who have changed body, lifestyle or career.
• Clients wanting to reduce unnecessary purchases.
• People moving or reorganising their home.
• Clients needing clarity before shopping.
• Anyone wanting a more coherent and functional wardrobe.

What You Will Gain

• A clearer wardrobe
• A better understanding of what works
• Identified alterations
• A realistic list of wardrobe gaps
• Greater confidence when getting dressed
• A stronger foundation for future purchases

The result is not simply less clothing. It is more clarity.

Available Formats

The format is adapted to the service and to the client’s needs. Depending on the consultation, it may be available in person, online, individually or in a small-group format. Location, duration, frequency and investment remain flexible and are confirmed according to the selected service or package.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will you make me discard a large part of my wardrobe?

No. There is no predetermined percentage.

What if I am emotionally attached to certain pieces?

Emotional, archival and special pieces can have their own category.

Should I organise everything before the session?

No. The current state of the wardrobe provides useful information.

Do we create outfits during Closet Edit?

Some combinations may emerge, but detailed outfit creation belongs to Outfit Styling.

Can Closet Edit be followed by Personal Shopping?

Yes. This is a highly strategic sequence.

Can accessories and shoes be included?

Yes, depending on the selected format.