One home organization area I've seen people struggle with time and again is taming wardrobe clutter. Clothes, shoes, accessories, and more can quickly accumulate into a jumbled mess in your closet if you don't have an effective organization system in place. But don't worry—with the right closet organizers and some straightforward strategies, you can regain control of your closet and maximize your wardrobe storage space.
- Invest in quality closet organizers
- Develop a logical organization system
- Adopt pro tips for organizing items
- Don't forget shoe storage
- Use closet accessories
- Develop sustainable organization habits
- Learn the benefits of an organized wardrobe
Invest in Quality Closet Organizers
I can't emphasize enough the importance of investing in high-quality closet organizers from a reputable manufacturer. Flimsy, cheap organizers may seem like a bargain upfront, but they'll either sag or break over time as you load them up. Go for organizers made from sturdy materials. Look for adjustable components that can be customized to fit your closet's unique dimensions.
Develop a Logical Organization System
Once you have your organizers, it's time to develop a logical organization system for your wardrobe storage. I'm a big proponent of using themed zones and keeping similar items together. For instance, you might designate one zone for blouses, another for pants, a third for dresses, and so on based on your particular wardrobe mix. Use labeled bins and racks to corral small accessories in their own designated spaces as well.
Adopt Pro Tips for Organizing Items
One pro tip is to arrange items within their zones by color using a rainbow spectrum pattern, which creates great visual clarity. I also suggest organizing hanging items from shortest to longest, with dresses on one side then progressing through long jackets, long-sleeved tops, short-sleeved tops, and tanks on the other side. Pants and shorts can be folded and stacked on shelves or in fabric bins.
When utilizing shelves, clear plastic bins, or woven baskets, be sure to position frequently accessed items at eye level for maximum convenience. Less commonly used items like off-season apparel or spare luggage can go up top.
Don't Forget Shoe Storage
Don't forget to implement some sort of shoe organization solution – whether it's racks, shelves, clear boxes, or hanging pockets. Proper shoe storage can save a ton of space versus letting pairs pile up in disarray.
Shoe storage can get tricky if you have a large shoe collection or a small space. Don’t be afraid to get creative. Houseful of Handmade details a DIY shoe storage solution that includes shoe pouches made of drop clothes for some shoes, and other shoes displayed on the wall using inexpensive furring strips as opposed to crown molding. Not only does this make shoes fully visible and accessible, but they serve as decorative, colorful enhancements to the closet.
Use Closet Accessories
To maintain your stellar organization, you'll need to incorporate a couple of closet accessories and develop some new habits. Use slimline velvet hangers that can be compressed together to free up linear hanging space. Add a clothing double-rack or hanging rod doubler for creating a second tier of hanging rods. And be sure to invest in a step stool or small ladder if you plan on utilizing that vertical space up to the closet ceiling.
Develop Sustainable Organization Habits
Finally, it's about developing sustainable habits for keeping things organized. When you bring any new clothing items home, immediately hang them or file them in their designated zone. Don't just toss things wherever there's space. And when getting dressed each day, try to deconstruct outfits by category rather than mixing hanging items back willy-nilly.
At the end of each season, take the time to swap out your wardrobe and pack away any off-season pieces in breathable storage containers. Then you can return those bins to play when the weather changes again. And speaking of seasonal clothes rotation, use that opportunity to purge anything you didn't wear at all over the past year. Be honest with yourself: If you're holding onto items for sentimental reasons only, at least find a way to capture the memories through photos or another memento versus letting those pieces clutter your closet.
Learn the Benefits of an Organized Wardrobe
With the right mindset, sustainable habits, and strategic use of closet organizers, you too can tackle wardrobe clutter effectively. Take pride in maintaining an organized, streamlined closet space. Not only will this make getting dressed each day infinitely easier, but you'll have restored a sense of calm to an area that used to be a source of stress and frustration.
When your closet is a mess, it's easy to feel frazzled and overwhelmed before you've even started your day. Having an organized wardrobe allows you to begin your morning routine with a sense of order and control. You'll be able to quickly put together complete outfits without having to dig through cluttered racks and shelves. This can save you significant time and reduce wardrobe-related decision fatigue.
An organized closet system will also help protect and extend the life of your clothing. Jammed racks can lead to stretched-out shirt shoulders, while tossed piles can cause wrinkling and fabric wear. With everything neatly hung or filed, your garments will maintain their shape and condition far better over time. You'll get much more mileage out of your wardrobe investment.
Conclusion
Your future self will thank you for taking the time to implement effective closet organization solutions! It's an upfront investment that will pay endless dividends in terms of simplifying your daily routine while also caring for your clothing. Don't let wardrobe clutter weigh you down any longer.
