No matter how much you declutter your bedroom closet, finding enough room for all your clothes can be challenging. The vision of perfectly arranged tops and shoes often turns into chaos when wardrobe space is insufficient. However, your closet can become roomier with some clever space-saving techniques.
Instead of folding pants, storing scarves in drawers, or displaying out-of-season clothes, efficient organization can maximize your closet’s capacity. Here are some expert tips to make every inch count.
Jennifer Bridgman creatively solved her scarf storage problem by using a wooden towel bar. Attach such bars to small blank walls to display scarves neatly.
Drawers without dividers become chaotic with mixed items like socks and belts. According to designer Annie Selke, organizing every item will save you time when getting dressed and packing for trips. Begin with an honest inventory of your items and implement dividers. This simple solution makes finding items in drawers effortless.
Joy Cho collaborated with professional organizers to stow away seasonal clothing instead of displaying it. Use labeled storage baskets or boxes for such items, keeping them out of sight and making everyday clothing easier to access.
For jewelry and accessories, Brighton Keller’s design showcases how using transparent organizers on walls can declutter drawer space and make accessorizing easier.
Rather than folding pants over hangers, Stephanie Mark recommends using ultra-thin hangers to hang them in single file. This method is compact and keeps clothes visible, aligning with the principle: ‘If you can’t see it, you won’t wear it.’
Melissa George suggests using acrylic dividers for purses. These dividers, either store-bought or DIY, keep bags organized yet visible.
Don’t overlook the back of your closet door. It offers valuable space for organizing shoes or scarves when fitted with the right organizers.
To utilize the space beneath shelves, consider installing under-shelf baskets. These easy-to-install wire baskets can store items like socks and toiletries, optimizing unused spaces.
With these organizing hacks, your closet will not only appear roomier but will also streamline your morning routine.
