Minimalist Wardrobe?

Have any of you experimented with the concept of a minimalist wardrobe? Like a limited, layer-able wardrobe? I've come across it a few times. There was one girl who, if I remember correctly, became a successful blogger because she documented her process doing that...but I can't recall who she was, or what her blog was. Helpful, huh?
Recently, though, I stumbled across the concept again, somewhere you'd never guess -- on Money Saving Mom's blog! I know, shocker -- I really do love her blog.

Anyway, here are her tips for a minimalist wardrobe: 4 Tips for Having a Minimalist Wardrobe

I love the sample outfit. Love love love it.

I remember, when I was in middle school, being very concerned about the way I looked. I woke up super early to shower, do my hair, and put on makeup. In high school, I suppose I did the same. College was another story. College was a grand experiment in how-long-can-you-sleep-in-then-roll-out-of-bed-and-still-get-to-class-on-time. Hoodies, graphic tees, comfy jeans, sneakers, ponytails, and an occasional bandana were my wardrobe of choice. I've always had the ability (I think, anyway) to clean up nicely when the occasion called for it. I can be stylish when I choose to be.

But, if you were to look in my closet right this moment...well, first, you would think, "What a mess!!!"...you would see some robes I rarely wear, a few dresses, a few sweaters, a few tees, and a few tanktops...most of which I seldom wear. I have five drawers in our bedroom: one with undergarments, one with socks, one with "workout"/messy clothes, one with t-shirts, and one with pajamas. Listing it all out now, it sounds pretty minimalistic -- but, it sure doesn't seem like it. And, it violates several of the tips MSM mentioned...though it's pretty tough to sift through what you do and don't wear when you've been pregnant twice in two years, haha!

I'm hoping, after this baby is born, I can get my booty in gear, and get in shape! Then, I want to seriously purge my closet, and fill it with mix-and-match things that can be layered. My friend follows a page on Facebook, and I just had to "like" it because I loved most of the outfits that she posted. It's called Fashionista Trends, and they have super cute stuff. I don't like 100% of the outfits, but it makes me feel like I could do this minimalistic wardrobe thing. Here are some of my favorite outfits:

They have a lot of boots as part of their outfits -- I am not a huge boot fan -- I always feel like they're cuter on others than they are on me. I like wedges and flats...and sneakers...I love comfy sneakers! Anyway, I've just been pondering what sort of changes I want and can make to be a better me. I'm hitting a milestone birthday this year, and feel like I should have a more adult appearance. I have a friend who is a mother of two, and she always always looks so stylish and put together. I'm not saying there won't be days when I pull out some yoga pants and a baggy t-shirt, but I want to be more intentional with my appearance, and take more pride in it. So, while I'm making a human being, I'm formulating a plan on how to do that. Quite the multitasker, eh? ;)