Hidden wonders

Revamping storage spaces

By Timmi Aplin-Barrett

The wardrobe can be an intimidating space and, left to its own devices, can quickly become almost unmanageable. However, with the change of the season, it’s time to take your wardrobe to the next level. Let’s take it from cramped to classy in five easy steps! Declutter

Empty the entire wardrobe onto the floor and look around. Often, we come across things we haven’t worn in years! If you can’t remember the last time you wore something, it might be time to donate it. Be brutal with this bit - too many clothes can be incredibly overwhelming and it might be time to go shopping for some new items anyway.

Organise

Now that we’ve narrowed the field a little, it’s time to sort out what items you need on a regular basis and which ones are either out of season or for rare occasions. These items can be moved out of your daily wardrobe and put in alternative storage. Under bed storage is a great option for clothes you don’t reach for on a daily basis. You can find storage options almost anywhere from plain boxes to lovely decorative boxes that fit neatly under your bed.

Decorate

You can spice up the appearance of your wardrobe with peel and stick wallpaper. It’s great for those who wish to change up the appearance of their wardrobe and it is renterfriendly, as you can peel it off without leaving any sticky residue behind. You can choose a vibrant or flashy pattern to really put some creative flare into your wardrobe.

Create space

It’s important to make sure everything has its place - otherwise clutter will begin to creep into your wardrobe again. Utilise the inside of your wardrobe door. By using hanging baskets and bags, you can create space for items like accessories. You can also create separation within the wardrobe by hanging a shoe rack from the garment rack, thus creating more storage space.

Store

Let’s get your clothes back into the revamped wardrobe! Baskets are your best friend. For those wardrobes that have high shelves at the top, you can organise things into nice looking baskets and add little tags to let you know what’s in them. Fresh, matching coat hangers also help change the aesthetic of a wardrobe from cramped to classy. There - with a few simple steps, we’ve transformed your wardrobe from a cluttered mess to a classy and clean space!