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Closet Clean Out Challenge: Step Three — Creating a Smart Buying List

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If you’ve been following along with the Closet Clean Out Challenge, you’ve already done some important work.

You’ve organized your closet.
You’ve created space.
You’ve let go of items that no longer serve you — without regret.

And now, you’re ready for the part most women skip…
but the part that actually changes how you shop.

Tonight at 6 p.m., I’ll be going live with Step Three of the Closet Clean Out Challenge, and this is where your newly cleaned-out closet really starts working for you.

Why Step Three Matters So Much

Most of us clean out our closets and then…
head right back to shopping the same way we always have.

Impulse buys.
Duplicate pieces.
Items that don’t quite work with what we already own.

Step Three is designed to stop that cycle.

The goal of this week is to begin creating a Buying List — a simple, intentional guide that helps you shop smarter, avoid repeat mistakes, and build a wardrobe that actually functions.

This is not about buying everything at once.
It’s about knowing what to buy when the time is right.

What You’ll Learn in Step Three

During tonight’s Wednesday Wardrobing live video, we’ll talk through:

✨ How to identify the true gaps in your wardrobe
✨ Why most women buy trends before basics — and how to reverse that
✨ How to stop buying “almost right” pieces
✨ How to use your closet clean out to guide future purchases
✨ How this list helps you save money long-term

This step is where clarity replaces guesswork.

A Shift in How You Shop

Instead of walking into a store thinking,

“I just need something new…”

You’ll start shopping with intention:

  • Knowing which basics need replacing
  • Knowing which pieces need a match
  • Knowing which trends actually fit your lifestyle
  • Knowing which colors work best for you right now

And when you shop this way, fewer items end up back in your donation pile next year.

Join Me Live Tonight

🎥 Step Three airs live tonight at 6 p.m. as part of Wednesday Wardrobing
📍 Live videos take place inside our VIP Facebook Group

👉 Join the VIP Group here to watch live or catch the replay:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/fashioncrossroadsinc

Even if you’re still working through Steps One or Two, I encourage you to join.
Each step builds understanding — not pressure.

And for those participating in incentives, I’ll also be sharing reminders about how to track your progress.

You’ve done the hard work.
Now it’s time to make it pay off.

— Kyleen 💛

The Closet Clean Out Challenge: How to Reset Your Wardrobe Without Regret

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Closet Clean Out Challenge Starts January 14

If your closet feels full — but getting dressed still feels frustrating — you’re not alone.

Every January, we hear the same things from women in our community:

  • “I have so much clothing, but nothing feels quite right.”
  • “I’m afraid to get rid of things and regret it.”
  • “I want to shop more intentionally this year.”

That’s exactly why we created our Closet Clean Out Challenge, returning this January as part of our Wednesday Wardrobing Series.

This challenge is not about perfection.
It’s about clarity, confidence, and making your wardrobe work for your real life.

What This Challenge Is — and What It Is Not

Let’s start by clearing something up.

This challenge is not:

  • A one-day purge
  • An all-or-nothing clean out
  • A trend-focused shopping push
  • A process that leaves you with gaps in your wardrobe

What it is:

  • A step-by-step, five-week process
  • Designed to help you let go without regret
  • Built around knowing what to replace confirm, not guess
  • Supported with structure, guidance, and flexibility

You cannot “fail” this challenge.

The Big Promise: No Gaps, No Regret

The biggest fear we hear — and the number one reason people hesitate — is this:

“What if I get rid of something and regret it?”

This challenge is intentionally structured so that you do not end with an empty or incomplete wardrobe.

Before you let things go, we talk about:

  • Why you’re holding onto them
  • Whether they truly serve your lifestyle
  • If they need replacing — or not at all

We don’t just clean out.
We clarify.

How the Closet Clean Out Challenge Works

The challenge unfolds over five manageable weeks, with each step building on the last.

Week 1: Organize by Type

We start with low-emotion, high-clarity work — grouping clothing by category so you can clearly see what you own.

Week 2: Organize by Color

This is often everyone’s favorite week. Organizing by color brings immediate visual clarity and helps you spot patterns and gaps easily.

Week 3: Letting Go — With Support

This is where most people feel stuck, so we slow things down. You’ll get clear guidelines, permission to pause, and reassurance throughout the process.

Week 4: Create Your Personal Buying List

This is the payoff. You’ll identify what truly needs replacing — and just as importantly, what does not.

Week 5: Accessories & Outfit Building

We finish by pulling it all together — simplifying accessories and building outfits from what you already own.

Even completing three of the five weeks can make a meaningful difference.

What You Receive When You RSVP

When you officially RSVP for the Closet Clean Out Challenge, you’ll receive:

  • Weekly reminder emails
  • Step-by-step instructions for each week
  • Printable checklists and worksheets
  • Links to all video replays, so you can work at your own pace
  • Eligibility for participation incentives

RSVPing is how you stay organized and supported throughout the challenge.

Participation Incentives (Because Progress Deserves Recognition)

We’ve added incentives this year to encourage consistency — not perfection.

  • ✔ Complete 3 of the 5 weeks
    Earn 400 loyalty points, equivalent to $20 off
  • ✔ Complete all 5 weeks
    Earn a $25 Fashion Crossroads gift card
  • 🎁 Bonus:
    Everyone who completes the challenge will be entered into a drawing for a 30-minute Zoom Closet Consultation — personalized guidance to review your closet and buying list.

Important Details to Know

  • 📅 The challenge begins January 14
  • 🎥 Part of our Wednesday Wardrobing Series
  • 💙 VIP Facebook Group exclusive
  • 📌 Replays are available for every step

To participate live, you must be a member of our VIP Facebook Group.

Who This Challenge Is Perfect For

This challenge is for you if:

  • Your closet feels overwhelming
  • You want to shop more intentionally this year
  • You’re tired of impulse buying
  • You want to make what you already own work harder
  • You want guidance, not pressure

If you’ve ever said, “I just want my closet to make sense,” — this is for you.

Ready to Join?

The Closet Clean Out Challenge starts soon, and everything builds week by week. Joining early ensures you don’t miss any steps, support, or resources.

👉 RSVP here to join the challenge and receive all emails, printables, and replay links:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdbeom3jh2KH6GZ19ZSSJEJH9Xf3yZ1CeyfANaR5Tj3sBdO_w/viewform?usp=publish-editor

Sometimes January is about clearing space.
Sometimes it’s about clarity.
This year, it can be both.

— Kyleen