If your home doesn’t have a huge Carrie Bradshaw-approved walk-in closet, well, my deepest condolences. Trust me, I know the pain that tries to squeeze your entire wardrobe into a tiny closet. It’s not funny ! In fact, it may even be nearly impossible! Some people might tell you that the easiest solution here is to just get rid of things, but I’m going to step in and say it is! Not! A! Option! (Don’t tell me I only need five pairs of shoes – am I going to finish you off???)
Listen. Listen to me. Do not listen to them. It’s a good thing we’re experiencing these days, because the internet is full of creative clothes storage ideas and space-saving solutions for hopeless people like us – and I’ve got 15 of the best ones outlined for you below. . Maybe your closet is super small? Or maybe you don’t even have any at all? (Pray for you.) Maybe your closet is overflowing and you just need more creative storage solutions to store all your precious things. Whatever your dire situation, consider one of the ideas below. And tell those minimalists to please go away. Goodbye.
1
Get yourself a cabinet
Woven rattan clothes cabinet
Don’t have a closet (or need an extension)? Looks like you could use a cabinet. Not only will it house your clothes, but it will also be a great opportunity to flex your interior design muscle if you get a fancy one like this bad boy.
2
invest in attractive storage bins
Calm White Parchment Storage Bin
The Container Store x Marie Kondo
Conceal your sweaters, jeans, handbags or miscellaneous with attractive storage bins that are not total horrors. I mean, if you have to watch them every day, you’ll be glad they’re not Ugo.
3
use space-saving hangers
Magic hangers (pack of 12)
These space-saving magic hangers are truly Magic. And the best part is that you won’t have to replace all your hangers! Just get this set of 12 organizers, hang them on your existing hangers and start storing your clothes vertically.
4
compress your storage bags
Vacuum Compression Storage Bags with Hand Pump (6 Pack)
Ugh, yes, sweaters are bulky as heck. And when they’re not in season, you’ll need a way to zip them up and store them all. Fortunately, these vacuum compression storage bags exist! (And yes, they work with your standard vacuum for quick compression!)
5
use shelf dividers
Acrylic Shelf Dividers (4 Pack)
Shelf dividers are great for keeping overflowing shelves and closets organized. They’ll help you keep every item in its place, which means you can really maximize your storage.
6
buy a storage bench
Maribo 32″ Ivory Terry Cloth Storage Ottoman
We love a good 2-in-1. Store off-season clothes in a chic ottoman that doubles as a seat!
7
be selective about under bed storage
Under Bed Storage Box (2 Pack)
When in doubt, just put it under the bed, but in a protective storage box! This set of two comes with sleek handles and dust covers. Winner!
8
Get nesting storage bins
Set of 5 stackable wooden storage boxes
When these nesting storage boxes aren’t in use, you’ll love that you can store them away without taking up so much space.
9
use a clothes rack
Industrial clothes rack for clothes with lower shelves
With a clothes rack, you can display your favorite pieces so they aren’t just hiding in your closet. Or if you don’t have a closet, well, consider this a must-have item.
ten
Organize your drawers
Folding Drawer Organizers (12 Pack)
Trust me, your underwear drawer is about to get a lot more manageable with these drawer dividers.
11
buy a shoe cabinet
Burlywood 12 Pair Shoe Storage Cabinet
I’m just saying your shoes deserve a home.
12
consider a storage bed
Monterey Wooden Storage Bed
If you want your under-bed storage to be totally concealed, get a bed with built-in storage! Otherwise, there’s so much lost real estate out there to ~store stuff~.
13
hang a double closet rod
Whitmor Double Closet Rod
With this easy-to-use tool, you can turn your basic closet into a two-tier closet. (That’s what dreams are made of, right?)
14
get a hanging closet organizer (with drawers!)
6-Shelf Hanging Closet Organizer with Drawers
Hanging closet organizers aren’t exactly a New and innovative idea. But if you get one, make sure it comes with drawers. Convenience is the name of the game!
15
build a wardrobe system
White Benco 59″W Closet System Walk-In Sets
And if all hope is lost and you just need a complete wardrobe system, then I’m here to encourage you to get one, my friend.
Kim Duong
Senior Business Writer
Kim Duong is the Shopping Editor at Cosmopolitan, overseeing online shopping coverage for all things fashion, lifestyle, beauty and sex.
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