Organize your reach-in closet for winter with these 7 steps to maximize space and streamline your daily routine.
So many homes across the U.S. have reach-in closets, and it’s common for these closets to become a messy, confused jumble—especially in winter when you might be trying to store bulky sweaters and coats on top of your warmer-weather clothes.
Closet organization is key to an efficient, stress-free daily routine. But when you have a smaller closet, it’s especially important to make smart use of the available space. At Modular Closets, we love creating home organization strategies and storage solutions for our clients with both walk-in and reach-in closets—because everyone can benefit from an organized home life.
If you’d like to make sure your reach-in closet is optimized for winter, here are 7 steps to help you get organized:
The first step to organizing your closet is to make a decision about every item currently there. Can you streamline your wardrobe by selling, donating, or discarding old items? Once you know what you’re keeping, it’s time to figure out what should stay on hand in the closet.
Though you want easy access to coats, hats, gloves, and boots during winter, it’s best to store outerwear elsewhere if space is tight in your reach-in closet. A hallway closet, spare closet, or adding a coat rack with hooks near the main door can work well.
Folding all your sweaters and knits is one way to maximize reach-in closet space. Consider adding shelving for folded clothes along the wall to free up space on the closet’s hanging rod.
With fewer items hanging, think about organizing them in a way that improves your daily routine. Sorting by clothing type and arranging by color can make it easier to find what you need and give your closet a visually pleasing look.
Make more space by using hooks for accessories. Use empty wall space within the closet for hooks to store belts, ties, scarves, and other accessories.
Install cubbies for shoes to make the most of unused wall space. Instead of letting shoes pile up, sort them into cubbies to easily see each pair you have.
Winter days are darker and shorter, which can make it hard to find things in your closet. Adding extra lighting, such as a rechargeable LED light, can bring better illumination, so you can clearly see even the back of the closet!
With extra space and light, you’ll be ready to beat back the winter doldrums and make the most of your closet space.
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About The Author
Christina Giaquinto is the Modular Closets in-house professional organizer and brand ambassador.
In her capacity as a professional organizer, she has worked with hundreds of clients — including major celebrities — to organize every aspect of their lives, most notably their closets!
She has been featured in The Spruce, Apartment Therapy, and Popsugar among many others.
If you have ANY organizing question whatsoever, feel free to email me her cgiaquinto@modularclosets.com!
