Organizing a closet really just takes the proper infrastructure, followed by some key accessories. Our latest source of inspiration? Halle Bailey's expertly organized closet.
The singer recently shared a snap of her walk-in on Instagram, and I love how crisp and tidy the space looks, from the variety of shelving spaces to the white paint covering the drawers. While her space is far from compact, it's replicable in even the smallest of homes, including my urban apartment, where space is at a premium. It's also so simple: I only need to know what items should be hung and which should be folded.
While considering closet organization ideas, I've learned it's essential to be strategic about which items I hang and which I store away in pull-out drawers, as well as the general closet layout for optimal storage. That's why I got more expert insight on how to make my closet look pristine and effortless, like Halle's.
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Every closet needs a shoe rack, and this wood one is a great size for sneakers or slippers, with a base level bench.
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Keep clothing organized with these classic, thin velvet hangers.
According to David Hurless, director of operations at Stor-It, the main priority with creating and maintaining an organized closet is accessibility (as well as knowing that there are clothing items you should always hang up).
'In my house, closet organization is all about getting in and out with ease, and making sure that we have optimized the space for what we need,' says David. 'My wife and I have two closets in our bedroom, and the spaces are so tiny. We try and abide by two main guidelines for how we organize these. We will first hang anything that wrinkles and will fold anything that stacks. This usually means that we hang my button-downs, her dresses, our jackets, and any other formal items. '
We can see that Halle has one section of her closet devoted to hanging items, with ample room for a clothing rail that fits longer items, such as dresses and suits. Meanwhile, she has pull-out drawers and cubby-style shelves that she stores shoes in, which are great for not only keeping items visible, but also categorizing clothing and accessories.
'We will stack both of our t-shirts, jeans, and, depending on the material, sweaters,' David continues. 'Those items will be stacked in drawers or shelves, depending on what closet we are sorting out. This is all in an attempt to get rid of digging or guessing where items are when we are getting ready in the mornings.'
If you're working with a small closet, consider investing in storage cubes or a shoe rack to keep items accessible, yet neatly stored away.
