Sunday Reset: How to Prep Your Clothes for the Week

Sundays have a way of setting the tone for the week ahead. A little reset - even a small one can make Monday mornings feel calmer and more put together.

Prepping your clothes on Sunday doesn’t require hours of folding or a perfectly organized closet. A simple, thoughtful routine helps keep your favorite pieces clean, easy to reach, and ready when you need them.

Here’s how to create a Sunday reset for your clothes that feels doable and actually helpful.

Why Prepping Your Clothes on Sunday Helps

After a full week of wear, clothes tend to collect:

• light odors

• makeup and deodorant buildup

• wrinkles from sitting in a laundry basket

Refreshing them before the week begins makes everyday outfits easier and reduces last-minute steaming, stain treating, and laundry loads during busy weekdays.

Step 1: Gather the Pieces You Wear Most

Start with what you know you’ll reach for.

Pull out:

• work or school outfits

• everyday basics

• loungewear and pajamas

• gym or movement clothes

Focusing on these pieces keeps your reset quick and intentional.

Step 2: Treat Small Stains Early

Sunday is the perfect time to deal with:

• makeup marks near necklines

• deodorant buildup

• small food or coffee spots

Pretreating these areas prevents stains from setting and saves you from rewashing later. A few drops of an enzyme-powered, concentrated detergent (like Wishing Well) help break down oils and pigments gently.

Step 3: Wash Gently

For most weekly laundry:

• cold or lukewarm water works well

• avoid overloading the machine

• use less detergent than you think

A concentrated detergent like Wishing Well cleans effectively without leaving residue behind.
Choose Afterglow for a soft, elevated scent or Sunday Reset for a fragrance-free option.

Step 4: Dry With Care

Before drying, check for any remaining stains. If any stains are still there, treat and wash again before drying to prevent the stain from setting. Air drying when possible helps prevent shrinkage, fading, and unnecessary wear - especially for clothes you rely on throughout the week.

Step 5: Put Clothes Away While They’re Fresh

This small step makes a noticeable difference.

Even though it can be tempting to put this off, hanging or folding clothes right after drying keeps them wrinkle-free and easy to grab during busy mornings. 

Step 6: Planning Outfits for the Week 

Take a few minutes to plan what you’ll wear for the week - or even just lay out tomorrow’s outfit before bed.

HomePull together:

• clothes you already prepped and washed

• basics and layers that mix easily

• shoes and accessories if helpful

Having outfits ready to grab in the morning removes one more decision when you’re tired or short on time. Even planning one day ahead can make mornings feel smoother and more intentional.

Turn Sunday Reset Into a Habit

A weekly reset doesn’t need to be long or complicated.

One or two loads of laundry, early stain treatment, and a few minutes of putting things away help clothes stay fresh and ready. Keeping Wishing Well nearby makes laundry feel like a small, grounding ritual rather than another chore.

A Calmer Start to the Week

Clean, ready-to-wear clothes remove one decision from your plate. That small head start can make the entire week feel lighter.

When everything you need is already prepped, Monday feels a little easier.