Strategies for Effective Wardrobe Management amid Socio-Economic Challenges among Women in the Ondo West Local Government Area

Abstract

This study investigates strategies for effective wardrobe management amid socio-economic challenges among women in the Ondo West Local Government Area. Relevant Literature was reviewed. The study employed Survey Research Design, the study area was Ondo West Local Government Area, while the total number of women in the study area formed the population for the study. Five wards out of the twelve wards in Ondo West local Government Area were randomly selected using purposive sampling technique. One Hundred respondents were randomly selected from the five wards and a well structure questionnaire was the instrument for data collection. Mean, Standard Devotion and T- test were employed to analyze the Data collected. The findings reveal that women predominantly engage in practices such as seasonal wardrobe rotation, clothing decluttering, and strategic clothing preservation. Socio-economic challenges significantly impact wardrobe management, with women prioritizing household needs, relying on second-hand clothing, and adapting to economic pressures. Cultural factors, particularly traditional beliefs and the need for specific attire for cultural events, play a crucial role in wardrobe organization. Notably, the study found that effective wardrobe management contributes to women's self-esteem, particularly through the ability to have suitable clothing for various occasions and managing wardrobes despite financial limitations. The research recommends Rotational preservation of cloth should be done regular by women to better manage their wardrobe in current economic Incorporate culturally relevant wardrobe management practices, emphasizing the preservation of culturally significant attire for special occasions. 

Keywords: Wardrobe Management, Women, Socio-Economic Challenges, Cultural Factors, Self-Esteem.