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The Art of Warming the Soul While Switching Your Closet for the Season
By:
Milzys Romero
On
01/10/2025Reading time:
12 min
Summary:
Swapping out seasonal clothing isn’t just a household chore, it’s a chance to slow down, look inward, and prepare for a new cycle. In this article, I invite you to refresh your closet with calm, intention, and heart, turning an everyday task into a moment of well-being.
When the cold taps on the door
There’s something magical about the change of seasons—especially here in Chicago. The air gets crisper, daylight fades earlier, and your body naturally starts craving warmth and coziness. And then the moment arrives: putting away summer clothes and welcoming winter layers.
Sometimes we rush through it without thinking. But if you pause for a second, this shift can be more than a chore. It can become a small act of care—a way to slow down, reset, and warm your soul a little too.
Organizing your clothes doesn’t have to be exhausting or boring. It can turn into a quiet moment of self-care.
When you organize your space, you’re also creating space inside yourself. As you fold each piece and decide what stays and what goes, you choose what you truly need and what you’re ready to release. And that simple process carries real power: the power to bring peace.
Five Steps to Organize Your Wardrobe With Calm and Intention
1. Set the mood.
Play soft music, crack open a window, light a candle. Make the moment pleasant. You’re not just organizing—you’re taking care of yourself.
2. Take everything out of your closet.
Yes, everything. Seeing what you actually own helps you make clear, unrushed decisions.
3. Sort with awareness.
Create three piles: what you wear, what you no longer use, and what needs repair or cleaning. Thank each piece for how it served you.
4. Store with purpose.
Fold or hang your winter clothes with care. Think of the warmth, comfort, and protection they’ll bring you during cold Chicago days.
5. Say goodbye to summer with gratitude.
Place your lightweight clothes in clean, labeled bins. Closing a season with gratitude helps you welcome the next one with ease.
How to Arrange Your Winter Clothes So Your Closet Feels Clear and Balanced
Imagine opening your closet and seeing everything in its place—ready to keep you comfortable and warm. Here’s how to get there:
Hang what wrinkles easily. Coats, thick sweaters, delicate blouses, or winter dresses should be hung.
Fold what takes up space. Jeans, leggings, wool pieces, and knits can be folded and placed on shelves.
Organize by type and frequency. Keep everyday items at the front. Heavier layers can go toward the back.
Leave room to breathe. Don’t overpack your closet—your clothes need space too.
Use a bin for accessories. Keep gloves, hats, scarves, and thermal socks together in one box.
Keep the space smelling fresh. Lavender, cedar, or eucalyptus work beautifully for a clean, cozy scent
Refreshing your wardrobe isn’t only about creating physical space,
it’s about opening emotional space too.
Mini Challenge of the Week
Set aside one day to switch your wardrobe for the season.
After organizing everything, write down how the process made you feel.
“Every time you organize a space, you quiet your mind and
open room in your heart.”
Milzys Romero
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