Top advice for keeping a wardrobe organised

Keeping a wardrobe organised is essential for a calm bedroom environment. As designers of bespoke bedroom furniture, we understand the value of thoughtful design paired with practical habits. Here are some tips to help you keep your wardrobe organised;

1. Start with Decluttering

Begin by going through your wardrobe and removing items you no longer wear or need. Donate or recycle anything that no longer serves a purpose.

2. Categorise and Prioritise

Divide your wardrobe into categories such as: Everyday essentials, Workwear, Formal attire, Seasonal items, Accessories. Within each category, sort by type (e.g., shirts, trousers, dresses) and you could even go one step further and organise by colour. Keep items you use most often in easily accessible areas.

3. Utilise Bespoke Storage Features

Custom furniture offers the advantage of tailored solutions for organisation. Consider integrating elements such as adjustable shelves, pull-out drawers, hanging rods at different heights and custom compartments for accessories like belts, ties or scarves.

4. Maximize Vertical Space

Incorporate designs that use the entire height of your wardrobe. Top shelves can store out-of-season clothing in labelled boxes or vacuum-sealed bags.

5. Keep Drawers and Shelves Neat

Use drawer dividers for small items like socks, ties and lingerie to prevent clutter, and try storing folded clothes like t-shirts or knitwear vertically to make everything visible and accessible.

6. Rotate Seasonally

Store off-season clothing in labelled containers or within hidden compartments.

7. Personalise for Your Habits

Tailor your wardrobe to your unique needs. For example, if you have a large shoe collection, you could specify additional shoe storage, or drawers of a specific size and depth.

**Comment should be attributed to Kate Palmer, Creative Director,

The Painted Furniture Company**