Who doesn’t love a fantastic clothing deal, right? Well, the answer might be your overstuffed wardrobe. If you find that your closet is a mess and you have trouble finding any piece of clothing you need, let alone the space to store more clothes, it is time to declutter your wardrobe.
Of course, this is easier said than done. As a high-traffic area, our closets get enough use to keep things in constant rotation, which makes staying organised a struggle for anyone. But fret not! We have the perfect tips to help you take control of your bedroom clutter and create a more streamlined wardrobe for your new clothes.
Step 1: Take everything out
The first step to an organised wardrobe is to take everything out (yes, everything) and really examine each item as you go. Try each piece of clothing to decide which clothes stay and what has to go. Be realistic; if an item no longer fits, it is time to discard it. Alternatively, consider selling it if the piece of clothing looks brand-new.
Step 2: Segregate your clothing into different categories
As you sort through everything, segregate the various pieces of clothing into the following categories:
- Clothes you wear frequently
- Things you hope to wear again someday
- Items that have not been worn for at least a year
- Pieces of clothing that are uncomfortable or ill-fitting
Naturally, any clothes in the latter two categories should be discarded. Conversely, you can consider donating or selling them if they remain pristine. As for the former two categories, you will obviously retain the clothes in the first category. But what about the second?
Well, you can consider renting a self-storage unit to store these clothes if your wardrobe has insufficient space. With various storage facilities located across Singapore, you are sure to find one near your home, making it easy for you to access these pieces of clothing whenever you need them.
Do not hesitate to make tough calls. If not, it defeats the purpose of decluttering your wardrobe in the first place. Consider asking yourself the following questions to streamline the sorting process:
- Do I love it?
- Do I wear it often?
- Do I require it?
If your answer to any of these three questions is no, it is time to let the item go.
Step 3: Clean the wardrobe
You will be surprised at the amount of dust and dirt built up in your closet after years of neglect. So before placing your essential clothes back into the wardrobe, dedicate time to clean the furniture, and wipe down all surfaces with a damp cloth. You can even consider giving it a vacuum to eliminate any lurking fluff.
Step 4: Put everything back in and organise your outfits into different categories
One of the quickest ways to get organised and ensure your wardrobe remains tidy is to separate your clothing into different categories as you place them back into the closet. Pants, dresses, and skirts can each have their own section, or you can segregate them into work and casual clothes.
Regardless of your sorting preference, we recommend keeping items worn frequently at the front. Also, ensure the hangers face the same way so you can grab things quickly. As for everything else you have no room for in your wardrobe, they belong in your storage unit, or they should be correctly disposed of, donated, or sold.
Decluttering your wardrobe need not be a herculean task. With our helpful guide, you will be done with organising your closet in no time flat! And do not forget to rent a self-storage unit too! You will definitely benefit from the extra storage space to stow any clothing you may want to wear again someday. Moreover, you have the convenience of accessing them whenever the need arises.
Fortunately, you do not have to search far to find your ideal storage unit. At Work+Store, we have various storage for rental at affordable prices! Moreover, our facilities are conveniently located across Singapore. So you can easily rent a unit situated near your home. Do not hesitate to contact us today to request a quotation.
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