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Having a small wardrobe can be a challenge when it comes to organising and storing clothes. With limited space, it’s essential to maximise every inch of it while keeping everything neat and tidy.
However, it’s possible to organise a small wardrobe with many clothes. With a bit of shuffling, tweaking and some sacrifices, the end goal can very easily be achieved.
In this article, we will provide some practical tips on efficiently organising a small wardrobe.
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Declutter the wardrobe
Don’t turn your wardrobe into a place to clutter all your unnecessary stuff just because you don’t need them now. Plan a drawer reorganisation so that you can optimise your space better.
Go through your clothes and separate them into piles of what to keep, donate, or toss. Only keep items you love, fit you well, and are in good condition.
Consider selling or donating your unneeded clothes. Many organisations accept charity – if you have many old and unfitting garments, you can give them away.
Store seasonal items elsewhere
Store out-of-season clothes in a separate storage area if you have limited space. Set up a list of the things you use often and the ones you don’t.
Storing seasonal items will free up space in your small wardrobe for clothes that you wear regularly. Winter clothes, for instance, are very bulky and can take up a lot of room, so moving them during the summer can help.
Vacuum-sealed bags can be beneficial on such occasions. Label them to make it easier to find what you need when it’s time to bring them back out. Store them under the bed or in a cool, dry place, not prone to moisture and condensation.
Categorise your clothes
Categorising your clothes is an effective way to save space in your small wardrobe. This will help you visualise your capacity and make it easier to find what you need.
Start by dividing your clothes into categories such as tops, pants, dresses, etc. Once you finish that, sort them by occasion or frequency of use. Keep the items you regularly wear at eye level and within easy reach.
To store your clothes in an organised manner, you can invest in drawer inserts or shelf dividers to keep everything neat and tidy.
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Adjusting shelves and rails
Adjusting shelf spacing and rail heights in your small wardrobe can be a game changer in maximising your storage space. Take a good look at your wardrobe and determine which items take up the most space, аnd arrange everything to save room.
Here are some tricks to use to arrange shelves and rails:
- The stands must have at least 30 cm of depth. This way, you won’t lose much volume.
- Use shelf dividers to create separate compartments for your clothes. This will help you to keep your clothes organised and easy to find.
- Install additional shelves or use hanging organisers to utilise the vertical space in your closet. This will help you use every inch of space efficiently.
- Leave at least 15 cm of space between the next shelf and the clothes underneath it, so they can breathe.
- Adjust the rail heights to maximise the space in your wardrobe. If you have a lot of longer items, you can adjust the rail to be higher up and vice versa.
Utilise the space
If you have a small wardrobe, it’s essential to utilise every inch of space available.
You can add hooks to the inside of the doors. Hooks are an excellent way to create more storage space for bags, scarves, or hats. You can use adhesive hooks that won’t damage the door or install permanent ones.
Small baskets on the bottom shelf give an excellent opportunity to store smaller items that will otherwise take up too much unnecessary space, such as socks or underwear. In the corners, you can safely put an umbrella basket.
The space on top of the wardrobe is often overlooked, but it’s a great place to store items you don’t use frequently. Storage boxes, suitcases, or baskets can be used to keep things organised.
How to save your wardrobe space with hangers
Pay closer attention to the hanger to save space when organising your wardrobe. With a few simple tweaks, you can fit in seemingly impossible-to-fit items.
- If you have two levels of bars for the hangers, use the upper one for clothes with the shorter length, whereas on the bottom, place the clothes with the bigger length. Use the space beneath them to store shoes or old items.
- Use slimline hangers to save space and fit more clothes onto the rail. Slimline hangers are thinner than regular hangers, so you can fit more items onto the rail.
- Catalogue your clothes and label them – the more specific, the better. For example, separate short sleeves from long sleeves or daily from elegant clothing.
- Keep the scarves, hats, gloves, and bags changed, so you can match them with your clothes;
How to store your shoes
If you have many pairs of shoes or they don’t fit in your closet, here are a couple of tips.
- Keep the shoes at the lowest level.
- Paint the shelves in either very bright or very dark colours. This way, you will have the chance to visualise quickly which shoes match your chosen clothing.
- Flip-flops and slippers are easy to fit in pairs of two on one single shelf.
- Pick the higher shelves for boots and high heels. If you have too many, the storage boxes are your answer.
Final thoughts
By implementing these tips, you can make the most of your limited wardrobe space while keeping everything organised and accessible. Decluttering, categorising, and storing seasonal items can significantly increase your storage space.
The key is to be creative and efficient. Remember, an organised wardrobe not only saves space but also saves you time and energy when getting ready in the morning.
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