I’m currently organizing my apartment for a big move next week and I needed to hit my biggest problem, my closets. Yes, I have multiple.
I vowed long ago to keep my closets neat; a few weeks later that vow went right out the window. So now, I’m preparing for a big move to Aventura and I’m in desperate need of organization and downsizing or my wardrobe. So this past weekend I de-cluttered my closets and used these helpful tips.
Take the “iffy items” out
It’s better to have a sparse closet of must have essential pieces then to have a closet stocked full of random items from when Clinton was in office. Whether it’s the jeans from your freshman year of college you’re still hoping to fit in to, or those trendy impulse buys it’s time to toss it. If you really loved it you probably would have worn it at some point during the year. Break out the trash bags and start filing them up and think about donating to Goodwill, a women’s shelter, or if you have some really great pieces even consider a consignment shop if you want to make a few bucks back.
Grouping
Arrange your clothes by pants, skits, coats, and tops. This can help you easily put an outfit together in minutes. Subdivide into blouses, button-downs, tanks, and swanky evening stunners. Split up your suits and matching suits pants into their proper categories – you’ll brodan your wardrobe options.
Shaping
Wire hangers are a no-no. They usually come from the dry cleaners and are the cheapest, but they will ruin the shape of your clothes and leave indents. They can also rust and stain your clothes. Opt for felt or wooden hangers, they’ll improve the life span of your clothes.
Lighting
Your closet should be dark, dry and clean. Your closet will be much happier and the life span will last longer with minimal lighting. Too much artificial lighting can fade your clothes, as well as increase the temperature, which can invite mildew and moths. (yuck)
I vowed long ago to keep my closets neat; a few weeks later that vow went right out the window. So now, I’m preparing for a big move to Aventura and I’m in desperate need of organization and downsizing or my wardrobe. So this past weekend I de-cluttered my closets and used these helpful tips.
Take the “iffy items” out
It’s better to have a sparse closet of must have essential pieces then to have a closet stocked full of random items from when Clinton was in office. Whether it’s the jeans from your freshman year of college you’re still hoping to fit in to, or those trendy impulse buys it’s time to toss it. If you really loved it you probably would have worn it at some point during the year. Break out the trash bags and start filing them up and think about donating to Goodwill, a women’s shelter, or if you have some really great pieces even consider a consignment shop if you want to make a few bucks back.
Grouping
Arrange your clothes by pants, skits, coats, and tops. This can help you easily put an outfit together in minutes. Subdivide into blouses, button-downs, tanks, and swanky evening stunners. Split up your suits and matching suits pants into their proper categories – you’ll brodan your wardrobe options.
ShapingWire hangers are a no-no. They usually come from the dry cleaners and are the cheapest, but they will ruin the shape of your clothes and leave indents. They can also rust and stain your clothes. Opt for felt or wooden hangers, they’ll improve the life span of your clothes.
Lighting
Your closet should be dark, dry and clean. Your closet will be much happier and the life span will last longer with minimal lighting. Too much artificial lighting can fade your clothes, as well as increase the temperature, which can invite mildew and moths. (yuck)
Look for creative ways to neatly pack your things away. I love the Container Store or Ikea for great ideas for storing things like my shows or hats. It makes searching for things so much easier.
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