A closet is perhaps one of the most personal spaces in a home. After all, it’s usually only you and possibly one other person sharing this most important storage space. But just because only one or two pairs of eyes are likely ever to see it doesn’t mean you can’t make the most of it in terms of style. And it definitely doesn’t mean you should compromise on organization. Many of the closets I’ve seen as a decorator and home stager barely take advantage of all the space they actually do have.
If your home is on the market, then many pairs of eyes actually will be seeing it, so it is extra important to put your closet’s best face forward. Don’t think people won’t look inside them. A closet is a commodity to most people and a crucial part of the decision process of buying a home because they want to make sure they have ample storage for their clothes, shoes, accessories and other personal items. So, giving any closets in your home some extra attention before you put out the “for sale” sign is a must. Here are some style and organizing tips from dream closets that do it best.
One of the easiest (and completely FREE) ways to make your closet look better is to organize your clothes by color. It may seem trivial, but trust me- it DOES make a big difference.
Incorporate a console table with drawers for extra storage and a vanity fair. A pouf can offer you a place to put on your shoes.
This closet shares space with a bathroom and makes great use of every inch of the space to provide maximum storage capacity.
Take advantage of every inch of space by organizing upward. Here, a charming ladder gives access to lesser-used items on the top shelves.
Maximize the space in an average closet by including a chest of drawers for extra storage and using a variety of shelving.
Mirrors on the doors of a cabinet offer a great spot to check out what you’re wearing without taking up extra space with a free-standing mirror.
Get creative with your lighting to add some extra style to your closet, such as this glamorous chandelier.
An island provides a place to fold clothes and lay out options for the day, as well as offers extra storage below.
This closet incorporates a vanity in the space for putting on make-up and jewelry. It also has extra storage over the door to not waste an inch of space.
Curtains cover up one wall of windows in this closet (probably a spare bedroom-turned-closet) to allow space for a mirror or even extra storage if necessary.
Though we may not all be able to have our perfect “dream closet,” these tips and ideas can bring the closets we have closer to the dream.
Warm regards,
Megan