Now for the fun part—getting everything put away in a well-organized fashion—No? Just me? Nonetheless, rest assured the hard part—deciding what goes and what stays—is behind you. Here’s how to get the ‘keep’ items organized…
Invest in matching hangers. This may sound frivolous, but it allows all your clothing to hang evenly, giving your closet a clean, crisp, and orderly look. Velvet hangers have a slim profile and will free up closet space. If space isn’t a concern, any hanger material will do, as long as they all match.
So what about the clothes that get folded?There’s no ‘right’ way to fold clothes, the method you choose will likely depend on the storage space and article of clothing. File folding works really for items like t-shirts, underwear, and scarves, while dry-fit materials stay in place better if rolled. Try out different techniques and find what works best for you and your space.
Organize your hanging and folded clothing by category—tanks, tees, long sleeve, sweaters, jackets, dresses, and so on. For an extra organized look, within each category, organize by color—lightest to darkest or vice versa. This may seem tedious, but once you set this method in place, it not difficult to maintain.
Use matching bins or baskets to store accessory items—like purses and scarves—and out of season clothing. Keep in mind fabric and wicker bins work well to conceal clutter, while wire or acrylic bins keep your items visible.