If your wardrobe is stuffed to the brim and you still can’t seem to find anything to wear every morning, a bit of reorganisation might be in order (pun unintended).
Reorganising a messy closet can give you a clearer idea of what you actually own and want to wear or use. But first, you need to declutter, and we’ve got tips here, here and here .
Once you’ve edited down your wardrobe to only what you really want and need, it’s time to pack everything back into your closet. That’s where these clever organisation hacks and ideas come in. The basic principles are to maximise storage by leaving no dead space, and to have everything in clear sight or at the very least, within easy reach. After all, you can’t use what you don’t know you have.
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A lover of statement accessories? If you own lots of costume jewellery such as necklaces and earrings, hang them on a pegboard with S-hooks. That way, you can see everything at a glance so it’s easier to plan outfits, plus the method keeps them tangle-free.
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Expanded hangers, such as one with rows of cascading loops, are perfect for sorting out items like scarves and belts. Soft tops that don’t crease easily, like t-shirts or tank tops, can also be hung out in this manner.
To keep slouchy bags or clothing stacks from collapsing or spilling over, keep items in place with book ends or shelf dividers.
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If you have a walk-in wardrobe and keep your shoes in your dressing area, small cubbyholes are a neat way to keep them from being strewn all over the floor. Cardboard wine boxes that wine shops would usually throw out are a budget alternative.
Plan what you are wearing for the week and keep them sorted by day using dividers. If that requires more hanging closet space than you have, try hanging just the next day’s outfit on the inside of the closet door (add a nail or hook for this purpose). It saves you grief when you’re short on time in the morning.
Consider pull-out shelves and sliding racks (that you can drape pants, long skirts and even dresses over). These increase visibility and you can reach the inside of the closet without having to bury your head into it.
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For odds and ends, such as yoga mats, umbrellas or caps, try placing them in a large, roomy tote that you can keep hung up in a corner of the closet.
Expand storage by claiming all possible vertical space. The tabs off the tops of soda cans are an economical and ingenious way of doing this. Simply loop them onto a hanger and you can use the second ring of the tab for another hanger. A S-hook and chain system also works similar wonders.
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The often-forgotten and under-utilised space is the back of the wardrobe door. Attach hooks for your bags and scarves so that you can retrieve your daily necessities with ease. This tip will also help you to declutter as it will prevent you from draping your clothes all over your chairs and tables!
Make use of any available space in your wardrobe to hang your bags. Firstly, by hanging your bags that will help to retain their shape. Secondly, you will get more floor space in your room and your nosy pet dog or cat (or both!) won’t do any damage to your precious bags.
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These wooden pegs can be a game changer to your wardrobe and your outfit-planning. Clip pegs on your hangers for you to hang your skirts and trousers. This is great for planning your outfits ahead for the next day or even for an entire week.
If you have more separates than one-piece clothing items, add tension rods to maximise dead space.
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Lastly, always have the items you use most often at eye level and within the easiest reach. Stuff that you don’t often use, such as winter clothing that get an airing only when you travel, can go to higher spots that you can’t normally reach without a stool.
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Text: EZBuy / Additional Reporting: Elizabeth Liew & Seah Pei Jun