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Are you ready for a closet rehaul this season?!

Is your closet overflowing with too many clothes? How about all those winter sweaters… Do you need a place for them from season to season?

Have you ever given something away that you have regretted? We all have!

The problem with having too much stuff is that it can get out of hand and FAST! 

So if you’re seeking some much-needed help of decluttering and thinning out your closet?  Here are some fantastic tips to thin out your closet followed by a simple step-by-step guide.

Start following these steps to enjoy the best results in getting your closet extremely organized!

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Here’s why you need to do a closet rehaul!

• Saves you time:  When you get ready for your day you want to be able to grab things on the fly.
  
• Saves you money:  You’ll notice that you’ll stop purchasing the same items because you know what you have.
  
• It’ll be easier to identify what you need: When your wardrobe needs updating, you’ll know exactly what you need.
• It’ll be easier to recognize if it’s really YOU: Your wardrobe is a true reflection of you… so if it looks like someone else’s closet, know that you can easily change that!
• You will feel accomplished:  Your closet will look like a little boutique space that you will be proud of.

How To Deep Clean Your Closet

Step 1. Put on some music

First, get your environment feeling right before you tackle your closet. You must set the tone. The best music should be uplifting and fun! Not something that will get you thinking too much like sappy heartbreak songs. Upbeat is always BEST!

Step 2. Set aside some time, and get some boxes/bags

Begin by setting aside some time to really give your full attention to cleaning out your closet. Make sure you have boxes and garbage bags ready for the purge. 

Step 3. Take Everything OUT

Take out all of your clothes where you store them. That means even your drawers, any boxes or crates, and seasonal items. EVERYTHING. 

Step 4. Make a pile for ‘keeps’, a pile for ‘donating’ or gift to someone you know.

Start by removing off the clothes from your closet that are faded, stained, or ripped. Make a pile to ‘keep’, a pile for donating/gifting, and a pile to trash. 

Step 5. Pick each item up and try them on to see if they still fit

This is the BEST time to discover if your shorts are too tight or your dresses have seen their days. When in doubt try it on!

Step 6. Keep any clothing that fits and that you still enjoy

Anything else that doesn’t fit or you haven’t worn in a year, should filter down to the ‘Give’ pile.

Step 7. Put your ‘no’ pile clothes into a separate box

After you know exactly what you want to trash/donate, and for those of you that find it hard to give things away/throw out, this tip is for you!  This is so you won’t suffer from decluttering remorse (yes, that’s a thing!). Store your “no pile” in a box and see if you need it for a couple of weeks. 

Step 8. Only trash clothes as the last resort!

Remove those items which you no longer take into use and ONLY trash old clothes that are beyond repairable. If someone else can benefit from it? It’s best to donate it. 

Step 9. Store your clothes by category

Do you live somewhere seasonal? If so, then store your clothes by category/season. If you lack storage in your space, then it’s best to thin out/donate as much as you can to save space. Get your boxes all ready for storage before you start reorganizing. 

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Here are 5 things that will free up closet space!

• Extra hangers: Especially metal ones
• Worn-out belts: Belts that are cracked, worn out, or completely out of style.
• Undergarments: Underwear and bras can wear out super fast, so this time is the best time to purge them if you can. 
• Gloves, scarfs, hats: These take up too much space and are better stored in the front hallway closet. 
• Broken jewelry: If you haven’t fixed that broken necklace in years, you probably won’t fix it. 
• Socks with holes or a lost friend: Ditch the socks that take too much space and either trash or upcycle them.

5 ways to reorganize your closet

Step 1. Start deep cleaning your closet first

Now that all of your ‘stuff’ is out, this is the best time to clean out your closet so you won’t have to do it for another six months. All you need is one part vinegar and one part water in a spray bottle and spray down your closet getting rid of cobwebs, dust, and mildew. 

Step 2. Group your items

This part is fun because you can hang your garments where it makes the MOST sense to you! Your dresses can be all together, your business attire can all hang together, jeans and so on.

Step 3. Color code if you don’t want to group

If you are going for a look within your closet or love placing things together for visual purposes? You’ll love color-coding your clothes! Just make sure it makes the most sense to you and that you’ll remember that you placed a yellow tank next to a yellow sweater. 

Step 4. Neatly hang and organize it in a tidy way

This helps in offering more room for your clothes while also supplying healthy energy and air due to all the new fresh space you have created.

Step 5. Build an extra rod space if your closet can handle it

Did you know that you can place a rod lower than the main one in your closet? This lower rod is great for shorter shirts, folded jeans on hangers, or other clothes that will not hit the floor!

This is why cleaning and decluttering is a thing. You will feel mentally relieved after you are able to actually find things that you want to wear. Plus, who wants to hunt for something to wear the day of, only to be disappointed! 

Author: Rebecca

Hi, my name is Rebecca and I am the face behind Everything Abode! I am a lifestyle and wellness writer based out of Vancouver Island. When I’m not writing or exploring mountains and beaches with my furry rescue, I love spending time learning creative ways to manifest a healthy home. Thanks for stopping by!

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