How to Reorganise Your Wardrobe

*This is a collaborative post on how to reorganise your wardrobe

Organising your wardrobe is more than just a practical chore – it’s an opportunity to streamline your style and rediscover forgotten treasures hidden in the bottoms of your drawers! 

Taking stock of what you own and donating what you no longer wear not only improves your physical space but also enhances your relationship with fashion. Tackling your wardrobe can be a daunting task though. A recent survey found that most people can only bring themselves to do it once a year. 

Luckily, this step-by-step guide can get you closer to a wardrobe that works seamlessly with your daily routine and desired look. 

Assessing your current wardrobe

The first step to wardrobe organisation is to take everything out. Yes, everything. Lay all your clothes, shoes and accessories out where you can see them. This allows you to approach your wardrobe with fresh eyes and a clear perspective.

Categorise your items into groups such as tops, bottoms, outerwear, shoes, and accessories. This not only makes the process more manageable but also helps you evaluate what you own. For each item, ask yourself: Does it fit? Do I wear it regularly? Does it suit my current lifestyle? 

Reorganise your wardrobe by decluttering

Decluttering can feel daunting, but the ‘Four-Box Method’ makes it easier to navigate. Create four categories for your items: Keep, Donate, Sell and Rubbish.

• Keep: These are the items you love, wear often and that fit well.
• Donate: Pieces in good condition that you no longer wear but could benefit someone else.
• Sell: High-quality items or designer pieces that could fetch a good price.
• Rubbish: Worn-out or damaged items that can’t be salvaged or recycled.

Be honest with yourself. A wardrobe full of unworn ‘maybes’ only takes up room. And regift or donate items when and where you can. The fashion industry contributes over 90 million tonnes of waste to landfills every year. Donating and repurposing help you do your part. 

Organising by category

Once you’ve whittled down your wardrobe, it’s time to organise. Group your clothing into categories such as workwear, casual attire and formal pieces. Within each category, arrange by colour for a visually appealing, boutique-style look that makes finding what you need effortless.

Different clothes have different spacing needs. For example, women’s dresses in long or midi designs need more room than shorts or t-shirts. Arrange your wardrobe efficiently to avoid rips, creases and other imperfections. 

For smaller items like scarves, belts or underwear, consider using bins or baskets and drawer dividers to keep accessories neatly separated.

Maintaining your organised wardrobe

An organised wardrobe isn’t a one-time achievement, it requires regular upkeep. Schedule seasonal check-ins to reassess your collection, rotating items as needed. Implement a ‘one-in-one-out’ rule to prevent clutter from creeping back in.

Keep only what aligns with your personal style and lifestyle, ensuring that each piece has a purpose and place in your daily life.