That one item you can't give up beyond all reason?

Looking through all of this year's lovely wardrobe posts, I'm wondering what's the story behind that one item you just can't give up? I think everyone has one, whether it's a dress that doesn't fit, doesn't suit the rest of your wardobe, etc yet it still sits in the closet, year after year. What is it, and why do you hang on to it?

For me it's my first ever lolita skirt, a red skirt that was part of a set from Rakuen. I've long rid of the horrid blouse that came with it, but despite the damaged ribbons on the skirt and that it's a bit ita, I won't let go of it. It's not even that I wear it anymore, I just don't want to give it away for sentimental reasons. I really did feel like a princess the first time I put it on, and I remember that when I look at it.

So what's the story behind the misfit item in your closet, EGL?