Organizing The Perfect Closet Once and For All

You have discovered the best apartment. Natural light is streaming in through the windows, the kitchen cabinets are large, and you can't wait to take a bubble bath in the garden tub. As you start unpacking your stuff into the closet, it becomes apparent you may have too many clothes. And shoes. Maybe your friend won the roomier closet, your spouse actually has more clothes than you, or the space is more restricted than you thought. Here are a few tricks to make the most out of your closet space.

Hangers over Folded Piles!

Hangers are typically regarded as a necessary evil. Buying hangers is a chore and not considered exciting. However, the types of hangers you decide to use in your closet can increase or minimize space. Using velvet hangers will add so much room in your closet and velvet hangers are easy on the wallet. Also, keep your hangers color-coordinated. It's all too easy to become distracted by clashing hangers.

Have a Purpose to Organizing! 

After you've made the switch to your hanger of choice, organize your clothes by color then sleeve length. Tell me if this sounds familiar - sorting through shirts to find that perfect printed pant. Organizing your closet from light to dark is easy, but have fun with it! You're the one who has to look at it every day.

Having Folded-Clothes isn't the End of the World! 

Not everything must be on a hanger. Your sweaters, shirts, and jeans can all be folded into drawers or shelves. Folding items will keep the closet immensity manageable. The difference between hanging and folded garments will ensure you see your closet more easily.

All Space is Used Space!

Utilize extra storage for the base of the closet. Organize accessories or folded clothes in the cubbies and keep shoes underneath. If there is still space, the top part of the organizer take advantage of. There is no dead space in a closet - only untapped potential.

Last Call...

If space allows in the bedroom, a rolling rack is the best plus-one to any closet. Create a plan for your outfits either daily or weekly, use your most coveted pieces as adornment, or just use the rolling rack as another storage option.