With the start of the spring season, there is no better way to freshen up for warmer weather than spring cleaning. This week, we asked Ryerson students how they are spring cleaning their wardrobe and desks for a fresh new start.
Nabra Badr, fourth-year, Fashion Communication
“I don’t think I really do, but organically, I do. As soon as I need to make a shift in wardrobe, I will clean out my closet. My mom was born and raised in Egypt so I will take stuff from my closet I no longer wear and give it to her to give to people when she visits.”
Kaylah Wilson, third-year, Business Management
“I’m minoring in fashion and I’m also a stylist so my closet is exploding with clothes all the time. A lot of the time – once a month – I’ll go through my closet and ask my friends if they want them, or donate them. Because I love fashion so much, I keep a lot and for the most part, I try to wear it. I like to repurpose things too.”
Steven Nguyen, fourth-year, Urban and Regional Planning
“[Spring cleaning] is an ongoing thing. It keeps me organized and relieves stress.”
Marie Juarez, fourth-year, Urban and Regional Planning
“I’m not spring cleaning right now but maybe around May or June I will clean out my closet. Usually I will take my clothes to a thrift store.”
Victoire Tshibangu, second-year, Business Technology Management
“It’s simple. I’ve got suitcases that I open for different seasons so this coat goes back very soon.”
Janine Maral is lifestyle photographer and culture writer with interests in sustainable fashion and linguistics. When Janine’s not writing, she’s planning her next trip, listening to a podcast, or making guacamole. You can follow her travels @JanineMaral.