To many fashionistas, the idea of a walk-in wardrobe is the ultimate dream. For some reason, having a whole room space dedicated to your clothes just hits a little differently. Whether you are inspired by the mammoth dressing rooms seen inside the homes of the rich and famous, or you’re just a neat freak wanting to take your organisation to the next level, here are seven steps to creating the ultimate walk-in wardrobe in your home.
Our 7 Steps For Your Ultimate Walk-in Wardrobe
1. Declutter
The first thing you’ll need to do is declutter. This will involve getting rid of anything you no longer wear or need. Make a big pile of clothes that no longer fit you, have gone out of style, or you just don’t want for whatever reason.
Instead of just throwing these clothes in the bin, consider if you can pass them on to a local charity shop or a family member who may be able to use them. It’s also becoming increasingly common for people to upcycle old clothing. For example, turning an old pair of jeans into a pair of denim shorts could be a great way to extend the life of your product.
Ditching clothes you no longer need should leave you with minimal items to store, which will allow you to maximise your space.
2. Put seasonal items out of sight
To further narrow down your items, consider storing seasonal items out of sight. Any items that you won’t be wearing in the near future will only take up unnecessary space. Think of big winter jackets that are only worn in cold seasons or hoodies you’ve picked up in a men’s hoodie sale in summer; these items can be stored in the loft until the temperature drops.
Similarly, if you’re organising a walk-in wardrobe during winter, you won’t need swim shorts or bikinis. Switch these items over depending on the time of year to ensure you are again maximising space.
3. Dedicate a space for your wardrobe
Once you have got rid of any clothes you no longer want and put your seasonal items into storage, you’ll be left with the clothes you actually need. Next, you’ll need to select a space to create your dream walk-in wardrobe. If you don’t have the capability of extending your bedroom, make use of any spare rooms or rooms that are no longer used.
Obviously, the bigger the better when it comes to a walk-in wardrobe but don’t worry; even a small room can make for a suitable space to store your clothes.
4. Organise
Once you have prepped your space and selected your wardrobe items, it’s time to start organising them. Remember, a walk-in wardrobe isn’t just for storing clothes out of sight; it’s supposed to make your life easier. This is all down to the way in which you organise your items.
First, have an open room that actually feels like you’re walking into a wardrobe. Have items on show, hang items that can be hung and fold items into a neat pile that cannot.
Keep similar clothes together, and have a method to your organisation such as biggest to smallest or heaviest to lightest. For instance, start by organising all your jackets, then move on to your shirts, then t-shirts followed by vests.
Go one step further and colour-coordinate these segments. Go from dark jackets to light jackets and then repeat for the following clothing categories.
5. Shoe rack
Give shoes their own dedicated area within your walk-in wardrobe. They can be hard to store, which is why they often end up in a pile in a cupboard under many people’s stairs. Consider investing in a shoe rack that fits with your decor within your walk-in wardrobe and then follow the similar steps above.
Formal shoes should be kept together, as should trainers and more casual shoes like sandals and sliders.
6. Accessories
Just like shoes, accessories can be hard to store and organise. Storage boxes and stands can make this easier, though. For instance, if you’re fortunate enough to have a luxury watch collection, store this in a fancy watch box or attractive stand.
Other forms of jewellery, like earrings and necklaces, can also be stored in an attractive jewellery box to add a bit of extra style to your wardrobe.
7. Turn into a dressing room
If you’ve got any extra space, consider turning your walk-in wardrobe into a fully equipped dressing room. Adding a dressing table as well as your makeup and hair accessories will provide you with everything you need to get ready in the morning and will also further declutter other areas of your home.
It’s important to remember that any walk-in wardrobe needs to combine practicality with your own personal style. Your space should be organised yet stylish and should be seen as an extension of your bedroom that fits with the rest of your home’s decor.
