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Chiana Dickson

I Tried the Five-Five Decluttering Rule to Stop Closet-Clutter Before It Even Starts – I'm Shocked That it Works

Olivia Parks
A blue built-in closet with rattan window panels. One door open showing a hanging rail and drawers beneath. .

I love to shop, and I am definitely prone to impulse purchases – especially when it comes to clothes and accessories. As a result, I always feel like I am decluttering my closet, and feel guilty about my 'wasted' purchases every time.

That is why I am trying the five-five rule to help stop clutter before it starts. It is a simple shopping trick – ask yourself if an item will go with five items you already own, and if you will still love it in five years. If you can’t find a clear answer to either, you leave the garment on the rack or remove it from your digital basket.

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