A cluttered and disorganised wardrobe is a real source of frustration. It takes longer to find the right clothes and accessories when getting ready to go out, and mess tends to breed more mess. It can also cost money, because individual items can disappear into a black hole, leading us to forget about them and buy unnecessary replacements.
Here are some tips to transform a cupboard of doom into a well organised space that is a pleasure to use, and allows you to enjoy your clothes and fashion choices to the fullest.
Pulling out the contents of your wardrobe into an untidy space will only make the task more difficult, so make sure you start with a clear working area. Remove everything from your bed and bedroom floor, and tidy away items that are likely to be in the way.
The best policy is to clear everything out of the wardrobe to make a completely fresh start. If this feels too overwhelming or you just have too many items to deal with, start with one section at a time. Lay each item out on your bed and ask yourself if you want to keep it or not.
If you have limited space in your wardrobe, it’s best to store seasonal clothes separately, maybe in a blanket box or spare suitcase. Be brutally honest about clothes that no longer fit you properly or that you haven’t worn for over two years. Make a pile of clothes that you want to keep, and those that you want to sell, recycle, or give away to charity.
The interior of the wardrobe will be in need of a dust and wipe down with a damp cloth, including the rails and any shelving. Do this step next so that it can dry and air while you organise the items ready to put back.
You may want to arrange your clothes by type, such as shirts and blouses, skirts, trousers and so on. You could also arrange them by purpose: a section for casual day wear, one for office outfits, one for evening wear, and so on. Some people simply prefer to put the garments they wear most often closest to hand.
Find a system that works for you, and then refine it further by grouping different colours together. This not only looks visually pleasing but also makes it quicker for you to select coordinated outfits.
If you also keep accessories such as shoes in your wardrobe, a good tip is to invest in some clear boxes to store them in. This will keep them free from dust and allow you to find them at a glance.
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