How to Make the Most of a Small Wardrobe

In cities and places where real estate and space are a premium, the luxury of having a large wardrobe or walk-in closet are essentially a luxury. Here are some top ideas to help you maximise your wardrobe space.

Purge and declutter

Unless an item of clothing is seasonal like a winter coat or swimming trunks, if you haven't used something in six months, get rid of it. You should do this periodically to avoid accumulation of garments you don't really need. This will give way to your essentials and favourites.

More hanging space

Most closets or wardrobes only have one hanging rod but you can always install one below it, with enough distance in between for the length of a shirt or folded pants. For baby or children's clothes, you can always add a third one, given that those items are usually smaller.

Use special hangers

Avoid bulky, thick hangers and look at the options out there that are many-in-one, that take a quarter of the space. For single hangers, you can also hang two garments, if they are light enough. In addition, for footwear, you may consider adding a hanging shoe rack.

Fold more than you hang

Yes, this is a thing. You can stack items vertically, even jeans, and adapt the width and the length of your folding so that you can accommodate more rows of items and that no inch of your shelf is left unused.

Floor space

Ideal for shoes, sometimes you can maximise floor space with shoe organisers. Ideally, one shoe can go above the other, making sure to slot place them heel toe to toe to heel. In addition, placing baskets or clear plastic drawers can be a great way to occupy floor area, ideal for flip-flops, small accessories, socks, and more. Also, consider placing footwear closer to your front door in a shoe cabinet.

Add hooks

Behind doors, in unused wall areas, anywhere you can, add them, these will serve best to hang scarves, belts, ties, and the likes.

Extra shelving or go custom

Budget permitting but also depending on your landlord, consider building a custom wardrobe, up to your specification and standards with compartments and added shelving for your specific needs.