Keep your threads in order and in impeccable condition with these organising ideas and implements.
Compartmentalise your garments
Although fashion gurus and minimalists advocate the concept of the capsule wardrobe, most of us are still guilty of owning more clothes than necessary. But are you housing and treating them properly? If your closet is in a state of chaos, whip it back into shape by purging the unnecessary. Then, classify the ones worth saving by placing same-category apparels together. For example, tees stick together, while jeans belong in a compartment with their own kind. This makes keeping tabs on your inventory easy – plus, the time that you save from hunting can be spent on dolling up.
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Box it up
If you own a lot of t-shirts or sweaters, fold and store them in deep metal wire or mesh baskets. Modular boxes can be used within drawers to compartmentalise and corral smaller items such as socks and undergarments, while roomy zipper boxes are handy for stashing away less frequently worn apparels such as winter coats up on the upper shelves.
Use some tools
Wardrobe interiors typically come equipped with basic storage elements such as rails, drawers and open shelving. Some retailers also offer an option to choose from several interior configurations. But these sections alone are not adequate in maximising and ensuring order in that yawning abyss within armoires. This is why you should make organising aids your closet’s new best companion.
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Hang clothes up
When compared to shelves, the hanging space is much more efficient as it allows clothes to be in plain sight. Garments that have been pressed also stay impeccable – making it faster to get dressed for the day. Fortunately, you don’t have to be restricted to your wardrobe’s existing rail space. Double the amount by fixing another bar – that is, if dimensions permit. A simpler way to squeeze in more is by using slimmer hangers. Think slim metals ones as opposed to chunky wooden types. Or how about investing in a wardrobe system that’s tailored to your needs? Equip it with useful components such as a pull-out trouser hanger to keep the gentleman’s daily threads free of creases and ready for the work week.
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Suspend accessories on walls
It’s easy for small accessories such as pieces of jewellery, watches and sunglasses to be misplaced or get jumbled up in a pile when they’re not stored the right way. Fortunately, solutions to corral your treasures are many and varied, from pretty yet practical jewel boxes and jewellery stands to trays that keep your nightly essentials neat. For the space-starved, opt for wall-hung storage solutions. If you prefer your valuables out of sight, devote a drawer in your closet for your trinkets. To prevent them from rattling around and getting mixed up, sort and separate with dividers.
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Keep bags off the floor
Guilty of strewing your bags across the bedroom floor or piling them at the bottom of your cupboard misshapen and worst for the wear? Whether it’s high-end or a hardworking piece that you keep coming back to, bags deserve to be treated better. With premium quality ones especially, it is important that care is taken to maintain their beauty and lustre. Make sure that they are stored upright to retain their original shape. Glass display cabinets are a good way to show off your enviable collection. For a more unconventional spin, place bags upon bookshelves. Or make the most of hooks to hang your everyday pieces. These unsung storage heroes can be mounted anywhere, from the insides of your closet to the back of your bedroom door.
