Sweater weather is suddenly upon us, and if we’re ever going to find said sweaters, our closets need a serious sort.
Swarms of short-sleeved tops are taking up shelf space, and our fall jackets have jogged off somewhere down a seasonal-clothing black hole. But all is not lost! With the aid of these 10 amazing Amazon bedroom-organization products, organize any closet and bring order to the chaos.
First, to organize any closet, we need to get clear on its function: to keep clothes, shoes and accessories (oftentimes for multiple people) neat and easily accessible. Having a dedicated home for everything is key, — sweaters on the shelf, belts on the hooks, shoes on the rack. So, with the help of these cleverly designed bedroom-organization accessories, let’s get sorted!
1. Stand Divided
Closet shelf separators securely clip onto existing shelves to create specific areas — and the appropriate space needed — for similar items. These sturdy acrylic dividers can keep a stack of sweaters from toppling or a lineup of handbags from crumpling. Whenever possible, opt for clear closet-organization products. Being able to see every item at a glance gives immediate insight into what you have and what you might need.
Spacekeeper Shelf Dividers, Amazon, $27 (set of 6).
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2. Hang Out
These sturdy, space-saving hangers can handle up to 35 lbs., so you can stack on jeans, heavy coats or even a rambunctious four-year-old, no problem. OK, maybe not the the last one. But seriously, these stainless-steel space savers keep nine pairs of pants neatly folded and ready to wear. Hang them horizontally or vertically depending on your closet size and storage needs.
Lazy Woodpecker Pants Hanger, Amazon, $23 (set of 2).
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3. Can See Clearly Now
Stackable storage drawers provide the versatility and visibility we crave when it comes to bedroom organization. Shoes, t-shirts or socks, these acrylic boxes will keep them all neat, discrete and dust-free.
Vtopmart 4-Pack Large Stackable Storage Drawers, Amazon, $66 (set of 4).
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4. Getting Carted
When installing a closet system isn’t an option (hello, renters!), we need to get creative with our bedroom organization. A stacked, metal utility cart provides transitory shelving and drawers that can be moved in and out of the closet as needed. Think of it as a shoe/jewellery/accessory rack on wheels.
Toolf Rolling Storage Cart, Amazon, $57.
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5. Divide and Conquer
When multiple people are using a single storage space, colourful closet dividers provide an immediate visual of what is whose. They can also be super handy to help flag clothes for different seasons or support a move to a colour-coordinated closet.
Colourful Closet Dividers, Amazon, $13 (set of 30).
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6. Light It Up
To keep a closet tidy, we can’t overstate the importance of being able to see everything at once. Enter the unexpected bedroom-organization hero: the motion-sensor light. This moveable, rechargeable LED light bar flicks on when movement near the closet is detected, and goes dark again after 30 seconds of stillness. The science is unconfirmed, but having in-closet lighting makes a regular ol’ closet feel instantly high-end.
Moston Motion Sensor Closet Light, Amazon, $17.
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7. A Drawer of Drawers
Wall-mounted with removable adhesive, this adorable little drawer is ideal for underwear, socks or accessories. When the goal is to organize any closet anywhere, finding products that don’t require drilling holes is must. Many condos, apartment buildings and shared accommodations have no-drill rules, so this is a simple workaround.
Adhesive Anti-Dust Storage Box, Amazon, $30.
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8. Totally Rod
Why have only one layer of hanging clothes, when you can have two! Maximize your hanger space with a customizable extension rod that hooks onto an existing clothes rail. Easy to install (hook!) and extend (pull!) to suit the closet space and give your clothes some room to breathe without being bunched up.
SimpleHouseware Adjustable Closet Hanging Rod, Amazon, $35.
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9. Back It Up
Go beyond a simple over-the-door hook with a full-blown, over-the-door steel shelving unit. If a closet has an abundance of depth (but limited width), then this adjustable door organizer is a smart option. Hook heels, display handbags, or tie on scarves, the sky (or door frame) is the limit!
Over the Door Organizer, Amazon, $84.
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10. Utterly Unhampered
When closet shelving is limited (or not possible), look for a functional alternative such as this solid, shelved laundry hamper. It’s a sturdy shelf to hold storage boxes or sweater stacks and a discrete place for dirty laundry to land. With its two 40L hampers, you can cut down on clothes sorting and predetermine what colours go in which.
Laundry Hamper Shelf, Amazon, $90.
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