How to Maximize Small Closet Space

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Is this what you see when you close your eyes at night?

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Not everyone can afford a large house which means that often there is at least one closet whose size is so miniscule it almost borders on comical.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Step 1

Purchase hanging shoe racks. Store shoes, the right foot on top of the left foot facing heel to toe, in one rack.
Step 2

Store folded t-shirts, night shirts and sweaters in another shoe rack.
Step 3

Designate one hanger a piece for; strappy dresses, shirtdresses, strapless dresses, tank tops, club shirts, halter tops and bras, sportsbras and bikinis.
Step 4

Place undershirts, socks, hats, scarves and gloves in a plastic, three-drawer stand.
Step 5

Organize coats according to size, shape and frequency of use and place them on the appropriate hanger, storing about three coats per hanger, depending on how heavy they are.
Step 6

Place all jewelery and accessories in a travel jewelery container. You may even be able to store this in the bathroom.
Step 7

Organize bags on hooks or place all the bags inside of one larger bag to condense space.
Step 8

Store all jeans and other bottoms (except for underwear) on the shelf above your closet rack. Organize according to what style: jeans, work pants, long skirts, sweats.
Step 9

Place underwear in two plastic bags: one for daytime wear and one for nighttime wear. Keep these bags either on a hanger or under one of the shoe racks.

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