Your closet often gets neglected even though it plays a significant role in your everyday life. It is tucked away in your bedroom and is typically only seen by you. Why bother making it stand out? Well, to name a few reasons, it is the foundation for styling yourself and holds some of your most prized possessions. Your wardrobe deserves a pretty place to hang, and you deserve a beautiful space to store all your fashionable pieces. Creating this kind of closet will change the entire essence of your room and make you actually want to spend time in there. Here are eight helpful tips to create the closet of your dreams.
Take Inventory
First things first, figure out what stays and what goes. Create four piles: keep, toss, donate, and store. Anything that doesn’t fit right or that you haven’t worn in the past six months should be donated or thrown out. Your wardrobe should change with the seasons. Store pieces not in season like heavy jackets during summertime and summer dresses during wintertime. And of course, keep all the necessities!
Maximize Your Space
You don’t know how much room you have until you utilize as much space as possible. Use every corner and the entire height, width, and depth of your closet. Keep things accessible with strategic shelving, cabinetry, and pull out rods. This will optimize what your closet can hold which means more space for you to display your favorite pieces and extra room for future purchases.
Get Creative with Storage
Use a combination of storage options to hold everything from your shoes to dresses and accessories. Incorporate shoe rods, flat shelving, and angled shelving for your heels. Install cabinetry in unique places that aren’t just along the perimeter. Adding cabinetry in the middle of the closet floor plan adds extra storage space and also separates the closet into two rooms. Don’t forget to incorporate pull out rods. This will provide additional space and makes everything you hang up accessible and easy to keep organized.
Use Mirrors
Mirrors in the closet are a must. They open the space up and add a little more elegance while providing a way for you to see everything you try on. Some ideas on how to add mirrors include a full-length mirror, cabinetry made of mirrors, a vanity with a mirror attached, or all the above!
Create an Accent Wall
To add a little more style in your luxurious closet, use wallpaper to create an accent wall. Apply prints that are subtle, with just enough design to add a touch of personality.
Choose Quality Lighting
Every closet needs quality lighting to light up your beautifully hung garments. Get creative with LED lighting, incorporate polished chandeliers, and add custom lighting to your shelving. This will give your closet a chic and radiant look.
Incorporate Color
Including color into your closet will make it feel like an extension of the home rather than a place you keep your clothes. Choose colors that are in line with your bedroom décor. Tie it all in with a comfortable chair, flowers, pictures, and lighting.
Keep It Pretty and Personal
Those beautiful handbags, glimmering jewelry pieces, and dazzling accessories should be shown off. Display your handbags on shelving or hooks so they can be seen. Use a wall hanger to display your jewelry, incorporate clear glass containers for your rings and bracelets, and add inserts for the overflow of accessories. You can also bring your favorite designer books, art pieces, candles, and other embellishments into the design. This will create a cool space you will want to hang out in, that feels pretty and personal to you.
Your closet should be inviting and a clear representation of you. Adding storage options, personal touches, and elegant trimmings will make all the difference. Following these helpful tips will make your closet your new favorite room in the house!
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