How to Maximize Small Closet Space

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.

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Instructions

Difficulty: Moderate

Things You’ll Need:

Shoe racks
Lots of large hangers
Trash bags

Step1

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

Step2

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

Step3

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

Step4

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

Step5

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.

Step6

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

Step7

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

Step8

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.

Step9

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.

Tips & Warnings

Go through your closet every season and get rid of items that are no longer weather appropriate, such as scarves or bikinis. These items can be put into storage, sold or donated.