Guest Picks: I'm Dreaming of a Wide Walk-In
20 organizing ideas to get the most out of a small closet
Not all of us can afford a luxury walk-in closet the size of New Hampshire. Some of us must make do with the space we've been allotted, which we all know is way too little. Here are some practical ways to introduce less chaos into the area of your home you would first rescue in case of a natural disaster. — Ellen from Nouveau Stitch
Shoe Wheel
Having one of those off days where you really can't decide which shoes go with your outfit? That's no problem when you have this handy shoe storage spinning-wheel do your choosing for you — but please see the enclosed disclaimer absolving the manufacturer of responsibility for poorly coordinated ensembles.
Homz Dry Cleaning Bag
Keep that bundle of "dry clean only" clothing out of sight by hiding it in this unobtrusive storage bag. It's great to grab and go. Of course, make sure you secure a small loan from the bank before you redeem your claim check.
Top Hanger with Notches, Velvet
Give yourself a present by replacing those freebie wire hangers with a neat matching set. If Martha Stewart drops by, she'll be impressed, and you'll likely be offered a segment on her show that was previously reserved for Stephen Covey.
Platinum elfa Mesh Closet Drawers
These mesh drawers allow your clothing to breathe, eliminating DSDO (disgusting stale drawer odor).
Hanger Hamper
Excess hangers take up room where space is at a premium. Purge the hangers and store them in their very own hamper.
Lanca Stainless Steel Valet Flip-Down Hook
Packing? Use this fold-down hanging bar to carefully coordinate your outfits before the luggage handlers at the airport rip them to shreds and/or pilfer them.
Aromatic Charcoal Sachets
These are perfect for eliminating shoe odor, especially from 20-year-old hiking boots that someone insists are "just getting broken in" despite a curious black "insole" that appears to be breathing.
Modern Armchairs
If you have room to actually sit down in your closet, you're my hero. Lounge on this tufted wonder while you ease on the Louboutins — or it makes a wonderful laundry pile–holding station. Your choice.
IGLU for Handbags and Shoes
This is the best way to display your precious handbags, or it's just a colorful reminder of how many thousands of dollars you've invested in bags you've probably only used once.
Boost Step Stool
This is a slightly more practical solution than dragging in the suspension ladder for getting to those skinny jeans up top you like to revisit from time to time.
Contemporary Hooks And Hangers
If you keep your scarves this organized, the reality show Hoarders will never, ever come sniffing around.
SKUBB Clothes Cover, Black
These garment bags are guaranteed to conceal your latest designer acquisition from prying eyes; however, the Visa statement is all on you.
Slice Laundry Basket, Large
Air your dirty laundry. No really, air your dirty laundry — in this ventilated hamper!
Links Storage Baskets, Black
These practical baskets come in six great colors. One day I might actually color coordinate the clothing in my closet with color-coordinated storage baskets. And then again, one day I might clean my closet so that I can learn what color my clothing really is.
Cornflower Tiles Shelf Paper & Drawer Liner
This is too cool: customizable shelf paper/drawer liners in tons of patterns and your choice of fabric, paper, canvas or vinyl materials. Big win!
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