probably going to re-think this soon but I was in a phase where instead of taking clothes I wasn't wearing to the consignment shop or goodwill or tossing them out, I was packing them up in suitcases or duffel bags in case all hell breaks loose and we can't get what we are used to. Or in case doing laundry becomes very difficult.

I only kept very practical things like that you could wear for working outside, or extra changes of clean dry underwear and socks that maybe are kind of worn but still serviceable.

I have bought things like leather pants that aren't very attractive but would be good for camping out if you were really in a rough situation. Or would be good for working in a horse barn.

also have a collection of cashmere items, cashmere sweater dresses, cashmere pajamas, cashmere sweaters, in weird styles and colors but would sure be cozy for sleeping in if the power was out for extended periods. Bought for super cheap secondhand or were given to me.

Not too long ago I did go through a lot of this stuff and sorted out the keepers and got rid of a good amount. Need to do that again.