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'A personal stylist told me never to throw out these 8 items from my wardrobe.'

With the arrival of spring, it's natural to consider decluttering your wardrobe.

Pilled jumpers, outdated scarves, and scuffed boots are just a few items you might be tempted to toss, but what about the pieces worth holding onto?

Starting a closet clear-out can feel daunting, especially if you're like me and end up parting with items you later regret. It's often when you're searching for a particular piece weeks later that you realise its value.

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So, how can you determine what's worth keeping and what's not?

Before diving into the seemingly endless task of organising my wardrobe, I decided to seek advice from a professional. That's why I turned to Melbourne-based personal stylist, Lisa Stockman, to guide me on the essentials I should never part with.

"When it comes to editing your wardrobe, knowing what should stay and what should go is a big part of refining your style," Lisa tells Mamamia.

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"There are some glaringly obvious things to cull. Firstly, there are those trend items. You know those pieces you bought that everyone was wearing at the time and you never quite felt right in. Let it go.

"But when working with clients, I never throw out items that stand the test of time."

Curious, I wanted to learn more. So, before you start organising your wardrobe, let's check out the eight items Lisa thinks you should always keep.

A pair of well-fitted jeans.

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"These are an absolute staple that can work from day to night with any type of shoe from heels, sandals, sneakers or boots," Lisa says.

"A wardrobe workhorse."

A classic trench or wool coat.

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"This should be in a neutral colour like ecru," she says.

"Another timeless piece that can work over everything from activewear to an evening dress. If you live in a rainy climate, the trench will be more versatile."

A crisp white button-down shirt.

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