By Kayla Kitts
Beth’s Photo Friday totally took us on a nostalgic trip back to 1995 when boa scrunchies, stretch chokers and babydoll tees were everything. It doesn’t feel like long ago that I had this poster hanging on my closet door. (Leo for life!) So with Clueless celebrating its 20th anniversary this week, it seems only fitting that we continue the closet inspo with our top organization tips and tricks that even Cher Horowitz would approve of. Closet organizer to the stars, Melanie Charlton, shares how to declutter, maximize storage space and organize your favorite items efficiently just in time for fall shopping. Ready to conquer?
Twenty years later, we think Cher would upgrade her closet to something like this.
Ask: Would you buy it today?
The first step to getting your closet organized is to go through and edit. Ask yourself if you’d buy this item today or if it has a sentimental factor that warrants storage. If you haven’t worn an item in more than two years or if it’s two sizes too small or two sizes too big, it’s time to say goodbye. Melanie’s greatest tip: Don’t go through this process alone! Pick a friend whose style you admire and invite them into your closet to share an honest opinion.
Make every inch count.
No matter the size or shape of your closet, you can easily transform it into an effective and organized space. The key is to make every inch count by using shallow wall space. Use wall hooks to hang handbags and scarves to make more room for clothes. The closet door is also a prime place for hanging items such as mirrors and storage racks.
Think outside the box.
You don’t have to be confined to the configuration of your closet. There are simple ways to make the most out of your space by getting creative and thinking outside the box — and by actually using boxes! Create shelves out of boxes or bins, bring in portable drawers and stack them in the back of your closet.
Get the hang of this.
There are basic guidelines that everyone should follow when it comes to hanging your clothes. (You had no idea, did you?) First, try to avoid wire hangers that can damage and warp your clothing. Second, create a wrinkle-free environment for your clothing by leaving at least one inch between each hanger. And if you really want a Cher-like closet, purchase matching, no-slip velvet hangers to make your closet look neat and well-arranged.
Shop your closet.
Sort your clothing by type, color and season. Streamline your closet system even more by organizing each section by shade from light to dark. Remember that eye follows pattern, so this makes it easier when picking out what to wear. Melanie recommends color coding your garments into separates which will help you visualize the contents of your closet and mix and match pieces more quickly. This will …read more
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