Seasonal Clothing: Ways to Maximize Your Closet Space
by Heather Greenwell
Just like seasons change, so do the clothes in our closets. Maryland weather during fall and winter is often unpredictable. You never know what to expect from day to day. However, one thing you can count on is the level of satisfaction you’ll get from having an organized closet. If you’re looking for ways to declutter and maximize your space as you transition to your fall and winter clothing, check out our favorite organizing tools below: Storage Bins These have saved me time and time again. Whether I’m rotating clothes out depending on the season or storing things away, storage bins are a fantastic way to group similar items together while maintaining a sleek, well- put-together look. Did we mention that there are even ones that fit under the bed, and have clear fronts so you What’s better than one level to hang your clothes on? That’s right, two levels! Building a multi-tiered system like this can be easily done with an adjustable tension rod. Not only does hanging clothes reduce the number of clothes that need to be folded, but it also frees up a lot of space for other things. Hangers These one-hook wonders really are the bright shiny gems of the closet kingdom. If you’re looking to save space, can see what’s in them? Stacked Hanging Areas
consider buying hangers with hooks on them. This will allow you to color coordinate and stack multiple layers of shirts against one another. Trust me, you’ll thank us later! Cube Organizer This is the perfect combination of form and function when it comes to storing your folded clothing. Due to its design, you’ll have to find storage bins that fit your organizer and your style. Whether you place it in your closet or bedroom, this product is sure to minimize clutter. Shoe Racks or Bins I don’t know about you, but one of the most significant closet-clutter sources I have is undoubtedly my shoes. It makes sense to have a dedicated shoe area beneath your closet’s hanging area. Boots can stay on the floor; however, consider making room for a shoe rack for your sandals and heels or stackable plastic shoe bins for that sneaker collection. They will give your space a clean look and allow you to easily view all of your shoe options. Making time at the beginning of each season to switch out your wardrobe can help give you more clothing storage space to work with daily. Simply place any clothing, shoes, or accessories that are out of season in a plastic storage bin, trunk, or cube organizer, and leave them in a dry area in your home until you need them again. If you have any tips or tricks that you’ve used and loved, please feel free to share them with us at editor@ annapolismomsmedia.com!
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