I’ve had a small closet for almost 10 years, so I’ve had to learn how to organize a small closet to fit clothes for two people.
In this post, you will learn the steps to get the most out of your small closet and feel more organized with inexpensive solutions.
These ideas are renter-friendly solutions for a small closet too!
Declutter
Step one is to declutter. Purge. Donate. Sell. Whatever you need to do to eliminate items you haven’t worn in the last year and a half.
If you haven’t reached for it in the last two seasons, chances are, you won’t reach for it next season either.
Either store it in a tote box in the attic, or it’s time to say your goodbyes to the item.
Create More Space To Hang Clothes In A Small Closet
Some small closets have two rods to hang clothes from. Others just have one rod at the top.
In that situation, adding a second rod for hanging clothes is a must for a small closet. In my closet, it has enabled my husband and I to store both our wardrobes in the same small closet.
It’s more simple than you think with this super easy hanging rod.
Add Baskets For Small Items And Pants
Maximize floor space in a small closet by using baskets to store small items like socks, bathing suits, and folded pants.
Keep the baskets in arm’s reach of the door.
Mine sit just inside the door. Since it isn’t a walk-in closet, it doesn’t matter if the baskets block the doorway. You won’t be walking in anyway.
Shoe Storage For A Small Closet
Use the back of the small closet, against the wall, to store shoes that aren’t worn often.
Shoe storage bins are ideal to keep a small closet organized and maintain a tidy appearance.
Use the door to store shoes that you reach for frequently.
Scarf Storage In A Small Closet
In a small closet, space is limited and you want to keep it as organized as possible.
For small items like scarves, keep them on a scarf organizer that can be hung with your shirts and dresses.
This keeps the scarfs visible and easy to grab when needed.
Storing Handbags In A Small Closet
When storing handbags in a small closet, keeping them visible and easy to grab is key. Storing them in a basket is like searching for something in a huge tote bag. It’s like a black hole that no one wants to dig through.
Keep the purses visible and organized by using a handbag hanger.
How To Organize A Small Closet – Final Thoughts
When you have a small closet, you can’t keep all your clothes in it year-round. Especially when sharing it with your partner.
It is ideal to store clothes for the opposite season in a different location like an attic or storage area.
If there are items you never use, go ahead and get those out of your space and into the hands of someone who would use them regularly.
And lastly, use genius organizational tools to keep items handy, in view, and organized in a small closet!
