Give Your Closet a Makeover
Whether you’re installing a new California Closets system or simply want to maintain a clutter-free closet, it’s always a good time to give your closet an organizational makeover.
Evaluating your closet each season allows you to purge items you no longer need and make your space as efficient as possible. It will be easier to find what you’re looking for, and only clothing you truly love will fill your closet. Plus, regularly embracing this process actually helps curb impulse buys when you’re out shopping.
Follow these helpful tips on organization from our experts to create the most streamlined closet you’ve ever had.
Take everything out: While it might sound overwhelming to clear out your entire closet, this step is crucial to the organization process and will give you a blank slate to work with. Take every — yes, every — item out, including clothing, accessories and shoes. This will help you to be a bit more discerning about what you put back into your closet.
Divide your items into three groups: Sort through the contents of your closet and create three groups: one for items to donate or consign, one for sentimental items that you can place in long-term storage, and one for items that you wear regularly. Trying items on can help you decide in which pile they belong. Anything that doesn’t fit, or that you rarely wear, is ready for retirement.
Add clothing back in: Once you’ve sorted your clothes and know what you’re keeping, group them into categories as you put them back into the closet. Start by putting your shirts together, separated by short sleeve and long. Then, divide your pants, dresses, skirts and so on by casual and more formal, long and short. Use this process for each category of clothing. If you’re feeling extra ambitious, arrange items within the sections by colour.
Make space for shoes and accessories: These should be the last items you place back in your closet. If you have adjustable shelves, you can dedicate a section of your closet to shoes. The best place to set your shelves is at eye level, making it easier to find the pair you’re looking for when you’re getting ready. Accessories, such as purses, scarves, ties, belts and jewelry, should be placed on designated shelves or specialty racks so that each item is visible and can be neatly put away.