- Store Seasonal Clothes: By now, your summer clothes are probably not in use anymore. Moving from one season to another, you might want a few storage bins. If you have a large enough closet, you could hang everything, but I can't imagine how many clothes you'd need to hang if you're a fashionista. It's also wise to place a few cedar wood balls in the boxes to keep those fabric-chewing insects away.
- Use Labels Efficiently: Never just toss your out-of-season clothes directly into boxes! It's best to store them based on personal habits—for example, separate different types of clothes into different boxes: coats, tops, pants, dresses, etc. Additionally, formal wear and party clothes can be stored separately. Trust me, come spring and summer, you'll be grateful for those labels.
- Clean the Entire Closet: Tidying up your clothes is also the perfect time to clean the closet itself. While it might be a bit challenging, getting rid of clothes you no longer wear will free up a lot of space and make everything more organized. And of course, don't just throw away the discarded clothes—recycle them. Reports show that in the U.S., up to 70% of clothing waste ends up in landfills, placing a huge burden on the environment. Sustainable practices are becoming increasingly important. Find a suitable place to donate your clothes, and you'll realize that contributing to a cause is a meaningful endeavor.
- Organize Current Season Clothes: Now for the important part! Once you've stored all the out-of-season clothes, it's time to fill your closet with fall and winter apparel. How do you want to organize them to make everything easy to find? If you don't care about aesthetics, you could just group them by type. But for some, organizing by color might make the most sense. You could set up a few color categories, like: white, black, tan/gray, and colorful. This way, it's not only easy to find items, but it also looks great—just like a boutique.
Cleaning up your closet will remove the burden. You can also shop for new pieces that match what you already have. Even if you're following new trends, think about what you already own. Studies show that the average person owns about $300 worth of clothes that have never been worn. Doing your homework before buying clothes is crucial!
- Important Reminder: Clean your seasonal clothes before storing and wearing them! Maybe you didn't immediately wash some items after wearing them—don't give mice and bugs a chance, and don't let your clothes get moldy over the year. Clean your seasonal clothes before wearing them, too, because you never know what they've been through in the closet. For the sake of your skin health, wash them thoroughly!
Consider using Flowcheer laundry detergent sheets, which contain enzyme formulas that perfectly clean your clothes. They also have added essential oils to remove odors and leave your clothes clean and fresh. Most importantly, they're eco-friendly laundry detergent sheets. Let's work together for sustainability!
Take your time organizing—enjoy the process and have a neat, tidy, and artful closet!
