Creating a perfect bedroom closet requires smart organization ideas. Fillip and Jamie Hord, the experts behind Horderly, transform clutter into neatly folded clothes and organized shoe storage. Ready to apply these closet organization ideas to your space? Here are some of their favorite tips.
1. Switch to Slimline Hangers
If you’re using mismatched hangers, you might be wasting closet space. Invest in slimline, no-slip hangers for an instant upgrade. Wooden options are also available for a natural look.
2. Opt for a Double Hang Closet Rod
Maximize vertical space by adding a second closet rod. Place one near the ceiling and another several feet above the floor to double your closet space.
3. Utilize Closet Wall Space
Use hooks or high shelves to turn blank walls into storage for handbags, cleaning tools, and other items.
4. Start Shelves a Few Inches Above the Floor
To prevent items from piling up on the floor, start shelving just above it. This also makes it easier to clean underneath.
5. Corral Small Items in Bins
Bins and baskets help organize smaller items on shelves, whether in a bedroom, utility, or linen closet.
6. Get Creative for Hanging Long Items
For long clothing items like maxi dresses or jumpsuits, use a two-hanger trick to keep them wrinkle-free.
Remember, even small changes can make a big difference in your closet organization. Borrow these ideas from Horderly to create a functional and tidy space.
You can see the Horderly video how-to here. 07 of 20: Use Smart Floor Storage. Jamie Hord recommends using heavy-duty bins to corral anything that needs to be stored on the floor. ‘That way everything has a specific home, and piles don’t start blocking your way into the closet.’
08 of 20: Divide Your Storage to Keep Things Neat. Use dividers in larger storage bins to create sections for different types of items—like a place for bras, and another for socks. 09 of 20: Make Use of Every Inch—Including the Door. Closet doors are often an underutilized (but super efficient) storage spot—and utility tracks that hang on the backs of your closet doors can allow you to hang bins for scarves, belts, and other accessories. 10 of 20: Make It Easy to Find What You Need. Use labels and clear or windowed storage to make it easier to find the item in the right bin or the right spot on the shelf on the first try—and help ensure that everything goes back right where it belongs. (Because nobody wants to reorganize the closet every few months!) The Best Label Makers for Organizing Your Home Like a Pro. 11 of 20: Divide and Conquer. Chaos can come quickly to closet shelves that don’t have a clear organizational system. To easily separate and create sections for various items, try using shelf dividers to keep your stacks of clothes nice and neat. Organizing Products That Are Actually Worth It, According to the Pros. 12 of 20: Hook ‘Em. You’ve got shelves, over-the-door racks, and specialty hangers but one of the best, and most underutilized storage options is hooks. You can find cute ones easily at a local hardware store and install them yourself with just a screwdriver. Or if you’re renting, try the Command Strip hooks and stick them on any wall to display purses, scarves, or anything you want. 13 of 20: Use Vertical Space. Even after adding all of your fancy closet organizing gear, there’s always that weird space at the top of your closet that’s a little too tall for you to reach. Put it to use by storing seasonal or lesser-used items like beach hats, specialty shoes like your heavy-duty winter boots, or those deeply uncomfortable high heels you can’t bear to part with. 14 of 20: Store Your Shoes. Shoes take up a lot of space but there are a variety of ways you can easily store them that will make the most of your closet space. If you’ve got ample floor space to work with, a shoe rack is key, letting you easily stack your shoes on the floor. If you don’t have a ton of floor space, invest in an under-the-bed shoe box. 15 of 20: Make the Most of Unused Space. If your closet is unusually small or awkwardly shaped, it can be hard to make it work for all that you need it to do. A simple solution is to make use of another space, like your entryway or that alcove by the bathroom. Adding a shelf, armoire, or even a basket to store odds and ends like hats, shoes, or winter sweaters can save precious space in your closet. 16 of 20: Light It Up. You may have more closet space than you think.Enhance your closet’s visibility by incorporating small battery-powered under cabinet lights, typically used in kitchens, onto your closet shelves. This will illuminate hidden spaces, making it easier to locate items and assess unused areas.
Consider stepping outside your closet for items like an extensive purse collection or a variety of work blazers. Free up closet space by displaying these items on a garment rack in your bedroom instead.
Accurate space measurements are crucial for optimizing your closet’s storage potential. They guide you in selecting the right hardware, baskets, and shelving, ensuring you make the most of your available space.
One of the classic methods to maximize closet space is to clean it out thoroughly. During your closet reorganization, go through your clothes and donate the ones you no longer wear. Even removing a few items can significantly increase your storage capacity.
The file folding method, popularized by Marie Kondo, is an effective way to organize clothes in drawers. By folding items vertically, you can view all your items at a glance without the need to stack and unstack them, allowing for more efficient storage.
