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We are almost a month into the new year and as a professional organizer, I feel it is never too late to get organized and give yourself a fresh start. There is no better place to begin that transition than purging and organizing your closet. Your closet should be a reflection of who you are today no matter the size or what’s in it. Yes, closet organization is that important, as you’ll find out as you read on.
The biggest reason that people do not organize their closets is that it is often a seriously daunting task. As closets have doors that can be kept closed at all times they are prime spots for clutter and mess in most homes.
The best way to tackle closet organization is with a plan. And some dedicated time. So this weekend, or during the next free afternoon on your calendar, grab yourself some garbage bags, a refreshing beverage (it could be of the adult variety, I don’t judge) and follow the simple steps I’m about to outline. Do that and you’ll have an organized closet in no time.
Remove Everything From the Closet
The best way to clean and organize any space in your home is to start with a clean slate. Removing everything will get you the end result you are looking to achieve. Yes, the pile on your bed/floor will look rather daunting, but that’s why we are going to follow a structured plan to deal with it.
Keep, Toss, Donate, Consign
This is the time to finally let go of the “what if” clothes. Those items keep you living in the past. Part of my job as a professional organizer – and as a closet organization pro – is to help my clients choose the clothes that fit the lifestyle they are living today.
The criteria is rather simple. You should only keep clothes that you love, make you feel good when you wear them, fit you well and are in style. Everything else needs to go, and go into one of three piles; toss, donate or consign.
A note on that last one. Consignment is hot right now, and you don’t even need to seek out a local store to make a little spending money. Sites like Thredup and Poshmark allow you to sell your good quality used clothing with ease. Heck, they even calculate the postage and let you print all the right labels when your stuff sells.
Clean Your Closet and Make Necessary Changes
This is a step that can often be overlooked, but it is a must. Vacuum the dust bunnies and figure out what is not working for you within the closet itself and fix it. A fresh coat of paint can make a closet look brand new. Small changes can make a big difference in a closet.
Swap Out Your Clothes Hangers
Swapping out your mismatched clothes hangers is so simple, inexpensive and will give you a clean uniform look with immediate results.Make the small investment in a set of hangers that is coordinated and matches your closet – or even your bedroom’s color scheme and decor. The difference this little closet organization hack makes is bigger than you think, until you try it that is.
Keep Like Items Together
Color coding your clothes allows you to quickly see what you own, which prevents overbuying and saves you money. It will also help keep clutter from creeping back once your closet is organized.
Use the Vertical Space on a Shelf
Use the vertical space on a shelf for stacking containers. I love these for shoes, sweaters or accessories. But don’t forget to label each shelf, so you do not have to scrabble through piles and piles of stuff to find what you are looking for.
Make a List of What You Need
Take inventory of what you need as you get rid of items. Do you need another pair of white jeans for the spring? New undergarments? Keeping a list will help you buy only what you need when you do go shopping.
Only Keep Current Season Clothing in Your Closet
Your closet is prime real estate, so it is important to only keep what you will be wearing this season in your closet. Store out of season or seldom-used items in labeled containers with lids under a bed or in a spare closet.
Don’t Forget Shoe Organization
Shoes also need to be purged and organized. Take them all out and let go of the ones that hurt your feet, you never wear, are no longer in style or are in bad shape. If they need repair, repair them or let them go.
Don’t let the fact that you paid a lot of money guilt you into keeping shoes. If they are still in good shape, consign them and use the money to buy something you will wear.
Keep a Shopping Bag in Your Closet for Items You No Longer Want
When you put something on, and you don’t like how it fits or the way you feel in it do not hang it back up in your closet. Drop it in a bag marked for donation or consignment that you (now) keep neatly at the back of your closet and will check every once in a while.
Enlist the Help of a Professional Organizer
If you feel stuck it never hurts to have a second set of eyes when you are decluttering and organizing a closet. A professional organizer can help you make the tough decisions you have difficulty making.
Tackling your closet can renew your self-esteem by keeping only the things you love, wear and make you feel good about yourself. You will save time by not searching for an item and feel less frustrated and have a wonderful sense of calm every time you open your closet. You’ll get a better ROI on the clothes you do wear too, as you’ll actually know they are there!
Professional closet organization offers a great ROI, so go ahead and treat yourself. You deserve peace of mind and with all the clothes we are likely to find to consign as we clear your closet clutter you may be able to make your money back (and more) on Poshmark anyway! Call 832-271-7608 or book an appointment here to get started on your closet organization project.
Working with Taya and her team is easy. You can book an appointment easily on her website, or contact her directly at 832-271-7608
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