I’ve desperately been trying to figure out how to organize a closet. It’s seriously become the bane of my existence. Bringing order to that space is the top of my to-do list, but just thinking of the work that lies ahead is bit overwhelming. With a fresh new year, it’s the perfect time to organize and declutter your space. Nothing like a fresh revamp of your living area to start the new year on a good fit.
Where do you start? Invest in some great closet organizers, take account of what you actually wear (and repeat!), color coordinate, don’t sleep on storage bins, and have fun with it!
Ahead, find six steps that will help you quickly get the job done with ease.
How to Organize a Closet in 6 Steps
Start from Scratch
Sounds scary but remove everything before you begin reorganizing anything. This will help you determine how much space you have to begin with.
Clean Your Closet
Once everything is out of your closet, clean it from top to bottom. Throw out that broken hanger and the old shopping bags. Make sure you pick up all the loose paper and receipts that are lying on your closet floor (or that may be just me, lol).
Take Inventory and Get Rid of Old Clothes
Pack up everything you don’t need or don’t wear — and donate the items to a local charity. Getting rid of clothes or shoes you don’t wear will free up more space. I know it can be tough parting ways with what was once your favorite party dress, but if you were wearing the dress before Bey and Jay were married, just donate it!
Create Sections for Your Closet
Hang all your jeans in one space, and your dresses/sweaters in another. This will help you put an outfit together quickly and efficiently; you can mix and match tops and bottoms to your heart’s content.
Color Coordinate Each Closet Section
Take it a step further and color coordinate each section. Place all your dark denim together, and your light jeans in the same place, and continue this throughout your closet. It makes all your pieces easier to find (and added bonus: it looks beautiful).
Invest in Storage Containers
Glamazons, if you’re short on space add storage boxes to store things like your purses, scarves, and hats. Storage containers will help you maximize your space.
Make It A Routine
After you put in the work and get your closet organized, the last thing you would want is for it to become a disaster again. To prevent this, designate time each week to putting things back in its proper place. It’s so worth it.
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Glamazons, how many of you are struggling with a cluttered closet? Tell me all about it in the comments section.
Fashionably yours,
Glamazon Jamiese
Photo: Augusta Sagnelli
