Organizing your wardrobe can save you a significant amount of time and can also help you extend the life of your clothing. Whether you’re starting with a cluttered closet, or you want to refresh your wardrobe that’s already in good condition, organization is key.
The idea is keeping your space not only functional but also stylish if you hope to get the most out of your wardrobe. If you’re ready to tackle your new wardrobe project, then here are some of the best tips for getting started.
Declutter
The first step is clearing out the mess before you even dive in. Declutter and get rid of anything that you don’t need anymore. Take everything out and go through everything systematically deciding what you need and what you don’t. If you’re really honest with yourself chances are you can probably get rid of quite a few things.
For example, does everything still fit? How many times have you worn it in the past year? Perhaps most importantly, does it still fit into the style of the times? If the answer is “no” or you’ve worn it less than once in the last year, it’s time to let it go.
That way you can make room for the new and clear out the old. Not to mention, you can make a significant amount of money selling your old clothes. Why not make a little money selling the things you don’t use anymore and by things that you actually love?
Categorize
While it may seem simple to put everything in your closet and call it a day, you’ll be much more satisfied with the end result if you categorize. Grouping the items into different areas will help you find things much easier and help you put together outfits. Whether it’s by occasion or color, the idea is to put things into groups so that you can find what you need easily. It’s also easy to group things together by season.
Summer clothing should go with summer clothing, and winter clothing should go with winter clothing. Anything that is not wearable during the current season should be put away in a box or stored under your bed in a storage compartment.
This will keep your daily options current and something that you actually wear. After all, if you’re trying to put together a summer outfit and you’re sifting through sweaters, then you’re going to take much more time putting together a great look!
Use Your Vertical Space
Don’t forget the importance of using your vertical space. Using the space on your walls or above can save a significant amount of space in your wardrobe. Try to invest in space saving items like slim hangers or even airtight bags that can pack away things and store them by using a fraction of the space it would take to fold them.
