Seven Simple Steps to an Organized Closet

You need to be able to see what you’re doing. Move everything onto the bed and separate those items that need to visit the tailor or good will.

Put your favorite pieces back in the closet, sorted into categories. Place those you wear the most (office pants, jeans, day dresses) in the most accessible location.

Once items are sorted by category, sort them by color.

Invest in uniform hangers; we like the super-thin Joy Mangano Huggable Hangers for tops (available at hsn.com) and basic clips for skirts and pants.

Shoes should be arranged in clear, stacking drawers or a wire grid system on the back of the closet door. Shoe Repair 101: Tips for keeping your shoes in shape.

All sweaters should be buttoned, folded, and stacked, with the bulkiest on the bottom to create sturdy piles. Wardrobe Tip: How to get wrinkles out of sweaters.

Make sure all of your clothing is clean before submitting it to long-term storage in your closet. And remove all items from dry-cleaning bags—they can trap chemicals that can break down fibers. Check out this simple trick to remove that musty smell from stored or vintage clothing.

Source: Lucky Magazine

Category: Organize Your Life