Optimize Your Space: 12+ Must-Know Closet Organization Tips

Looking for closet organization ideas to help maximize your storage space? Check out this list of hand-picked organization tips and ideas for any size closet!

Closet Organization Ideas We Love

Closets are a small space within our home with a big job. From dresses and shoes to belts, purses, and more – closets hold a lot and can quickly become cluttered and unorganized. If that sounds like what you’re working with – don’t worry, we get it! And we’re here to help you out.

Below is our curated list of closet organization ideas that can help you transform a chaotic closet into a tidy space. Whether you have a compact wardrobe or a spacious walk-in, our tips and ideas will give you the inspiration you’ve been looking for to make the most of your space!

TRY A built-in combo

If you have a generous walk-in closet – lucky you! But really, a large and open space is ideal for a combination of built-in drawers, cabinets, and shelves. This allows you to create a customizable space that fits your specific wardrobe and lifestyle.

Pro Tip: Keep your closet clutter-free by incorporating a lot of closed drawers and cabinets in your walk-in closet. Then on the racks, you can display a small selection of curated clothing for the season. This will help you avoid feeling overwhelmed when getting dressed too! 

USE drawer inserts

We recommend drawer inserts to optimize your space and keep smaller items organized and easy to find.

We love the idea of using inserts for belts like @laclosetdesign, but you don’t have to stop there! Try this technique with underwear, socks, jewelry, and more. This is a great option for items that can easily become tangled or bundled up together.

Pro Tip: If your closet has drawers but doesn’t have built-in organizers, browse Ikea, The Container Store, or Amazon for inserts you can easily add to your drawers. 

make Every Inch Count

If you have a traditional closet with a sliding door, maximizing space is the best way to give all your clothing and accessories a home.

Use vertical storage, adding shelves that go all the way to the top of your closet. You can also leave room at the bottom to store bins or baskets. Keep items categorized and stored neatly to maintain a tidy aesthetic that’s also functional in a small space.

utilize baskets

Incorporate baskets and bins into your closet design to quickly store smaller items like scarves, purses, hats, and other accessories.

Woven baskets can add style and character to a space, they’re budget-friendly, and you can easily change what you store in them as seasons change or your wardrobe evolves.

Pro-tip: Line your top shelf with baskets for a functional, clutter-free look to store pieces that can otherwise look messy, such as scarves. For an extra organized aesthetic, use these clip-on labels for your baskets. 

floor to ceiling curtains

Floor-to-ceiling linen curtains are perfect for covering your closet, creating a clean, streamlined look, and reducing visual clutter.

This elegant alternative to traditional closet doors lends a soft and cozy appeal to the space. Plus, the curtains can be customized to match the aesthetic of the space.

the label system

Labeling containers in your closet makes it easy to identify the contents effortlessly. No more searching through box after box for that one thing you need!

You can use a label maker, write on label stickers, or buy boxes with label tabs. No matter what you choose, this system will make life a little easier – especially if you share a closet with others.

Opt For shoe cubbies

Use shoe cubbies to display and store an extensive footwear collection. We love how practical this is while adding a decorative touch. If you don’t have to budget for built-ins, we suggest adding a sleek and stylish shoe rack like this one inside your closet as an affordable alternative.

DIY Built-In Wardrobe

If your room doesn’t have a closet, or much storage space, but you have an open wall, try a custom wardrobe system that looks built-in. Adding trim and painting the doors of the wardrobe can easily create a more expensive look and you can customize the shelving, drawers, racks, and hooks as you please.

Pro Tip: Don’t miss this step-by-step tutorial by Lindsey Bird on How To Create A Built-In Wardrobe on a Budget.

color coded

We love how the color-coded closet is not only perfectly organized but also so aesthetically pleasing.

Combine colors together in a way that makes sense for you – whites, blacks, browns and beiges, muted tones vs. vibrant hues, rainbow order, etc. – to create a wardrobe that makes it easy breezy to put together a chic outfit.

clothing categories

Separating clothing by category can make your closet streamlined and efficient. Denim jeans up high with tops, dresses, and skirts hanging below make it easy to find what you need quickly.

You can use cubbies, drawers, bins, and cabinets to keep categories separate.

clear storage

Glass cabinet doors are so lovely in this walk-in closet. We love how the wardrobe is on display and easy to navigate but still covered and stored for a clean, tidy space.

Opt for built-ins or add a glass front cabinet to your closet. You can also use acrylic containers to create a similar aesthetic – plus, they’re more affordable and ideal for anyone in an apartment.

add an armoire

An armoire is easy to add and can hold all your daily essentials if you don’t have a closet (or need the closet to store other items!)

This piece adds charm and style, and you can choose an antique armoire for a vintage touch. You can also transform a tall cabinet or hutch into a customized armoire by redesigning the interior.

 

Which closet organization idea do you plan to use in your home? Follow Styled Havens on Pinterest for more home decor and organization inspiration!

 

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