The Project 333 challenge started in 2010. I live my life like this. Some people I see regularly realize that I repeat many of my outfits, I’m sure. But no one ever says anything, and wearing only 33 items makes me a little more creative when I get dressed. All you have to do is to choose 33 items (clothing, jewelry, accessories, shoes) to wear for 3 months and hide everything else. It is much easier than thinking about doing it.

If the Project 333 challenge makes you think …

• “I could never get down to 33.”

• “My weather changes too much.”

• “I have a job.”

• “But I love shopping.”

• “Seriously, I have to include shoes?!”

• People from all over the world have joined to see what happens when you dress with less. Here’s what they’ve discovered.

When you dress with less, you … 

• save money.

• have more time.

• reduce decision fatigue. We discuss this on the blog all the time.

• enjoy your mornings more.

• get to wear your favorite things every day.

• get curious about how less may add value in other areas of life.

• create room to discover what you are really interested in.

• realize that no one cares what you wear.

• can get really creative with the 333 challenge

• rarely run late deciding what to wear.

• smile more and stress less.

• have peace.

How to get ready for the Project 333 challenge

There are a few different ways to get ready for the Project 333 challenge. I’ve highlighted the easiest. Keep in mind that this is an experiment, not an emergency.

Do this: “Keep it simple”

If at first glance you think the Project 333 challenge sounds interesting, low-risk and maybe even fun, you’re ready to get started. All you have to do is:

• Choose 33 items (clothing, jewelry, accessories, shoes) to wear for 3 months.

• Hide everything else.

• Remember that this is not a project in suffering. If you need to replace something, do it.

But what should I wear?

Wear your favorites. Wear what fits your body and your lifestyle. Here are some suggestions about what to include in the summer Project 333 capsule wardrobe.

An Example of a Capsule Summer Wardrobe includes:

3 pants
3 dresses
1 jumpsuit
1 blazer
1 sweatshirt
5 shirts

Are you ready to try Project 333?

If so, clean out your closet for good, hide your other things for three months and get started.