Why Keeping Your Closet Organized Matters
Having a tidy closet can make getting dressed easier and reduce stress. When you open your closet doors and see piles of clothes or a mess, it can feel overwhelming to find an outfit. An organized closet helps you see all your options so you can put together great outfits.
Start by Removing Everything
The first step is taking everything out of your closet so you have a blank slate. As you do, make three piles for items to keep, donate or throw out. Be ruthless and only keep pieces you wear often that make you feel great.
Sort by Category
Group similar items together – blouses, jeans, sweaters, etc. Use shelves for folded items and consider adding hooks for coats and bags.
Maximize Vertical Space
Use vertical space with shelving units and hanging organizers. Fold and stack sweaters, shirts and jeans on shelves. Hang items according to length with long dresses and coats on longer hangers up top and shorter items below.
Design For Easy Access
Place everyday essentials at eye level for quick access. Put items you rarely wear up high or down below. Having frequently worn items handy makes getting ready faster.
FAQ
What’s the first step in organizing your closet?
Start by removing everything from your closet so you have an empty space. This makes it easier to visualize your new organized closet.
Should you keep clothes you never wear?
Be ruthless and only keep pieces you wear often that make you feel great. Donate or throw out anything you don’t absolutely love.
How should you group clothes in an organized closet?
Sort clothes by category – blouses together, jeans together, etc. This makes finding pieces for outfits easier.
Where should everyday essentials go?
Place items you wear often at eye level for quick, easy access when getting dressed.
What should go at the top and bottom of an organized closet?
Use the top shelf for items you rarely wear like formal wear or winter gear. The bottom can hold out-of-season clothes or shoes.
