The things you buy just make your home more cluttered.

Buying things you love is something everyone wants. However, if you only buy things based on your preferences, over time, your house will become a "junkyard". Below are the items you buy that will only add to the clutter .

 

 

Toy

Children love new toys and will always find something they must have when they browse the aisles of a store. Plus, well-meaning loved ones will give them new toys for anniversaries or as little gifts when they take them out. The problem? Your living room often looks like a nursery, and the excitement of a new toy quickly wears off.

Children grow out of toys quickly—and their attention spans can quickly become engrossing, leaving them with a pile of unused items. To combat this, implement a toy rotation system or encourage loved ones to provide alternative experiences.

Kitchen equipment

 

There are always ads for appliances that promise to make cooking more efficient, but there's a catch: They're probably only good for quick jobs. Too many of these little appliances can pile up on countertops and clutter cabinets, so you should think twice before buying them.

Shop the Trends

Trends come and go, but their value remains. While it's fun to jump on the bandwagon, don't rush into buying every new item - especially if you're not really into it at first.

 

Makeup and skin care

While you can shop for makeup and skin care that fits your needs and style, clutter sets in when you don't limit your shelves to things you know you'll use every last drop.

Makeup can also take up a lot of drawer space when most of it is rarely used. Most expire within a year, so keeping that in mind can help you save time and space for more practical beauty routines.

Find out your skin type, or even ask your dermatologist or aesthetician for advice, and choose the right products. Too many different products can ruin a good product!

Fast fashion

The opportunity to shop fast fashion is always there, especially if you're scrolling through social media. late at night, in bed, with a glass of wine. These seasonal items look great on your feed and may seem like a great deal for an upcoming event, but fast fashion clothes can quickly pile up in your closet.

 

Shop with intention by taking inventory of what you already have in your wardrobe. Make a list of what you need and search specifically for those items, knowing that you'll also avoid the hassle of buying duplicates.

Bulk shopping

Buying in bulk may seem like a savings, but as any family knows, buying strategically rather than impulsively is more beneficial. What may seem like a bargain at first is actually more of a waste of money!

Unless you are certain that your bulk purchase will be completely used up, abandon the purchase.

Souvenirs

There are many ways to commemorate a memorable vacation, and a small glass of wine isn't always the way to go. They all clutter up a room because they lack practicality. Change the way you think about souvenirs so they don't take up valuable storage space. Sometimes, you might not even need anything, but a few nice photos.