Small Closet Organization – Tips and Tricks For Closet Success

A small closet full of clothes.

Small closet organization is a real challenge. However, with some easy tips and tricks you can succeed.

Of course, we want to be able to find our things! Unfortunately, we all face a morning rush. And a messy closet only makes it worse!

While we all dream of a large dream closet, that’s not reality for many of us. Yes, I include myself in “us.”  I live in a small mid-century ranch home. Of course, it has a ton of charm. However, it has very little storage space. I have tiny wall closets, no walk in for me!

Friends, the struggle is real!

These photos offer great options for small closets!

A small closet with a lot of clothes and shoes.
small closet organization (lowes.com)
A small closet filled with clothes.
Use every corner of a small closet (www.homedesign.com)
A small closet with a lot of clothes and a chair.
Well-Organized Closet (closet.nuttstreet.com)

Because of the tight space, use every inch. This includes vertical space! As shown above, double hung bars provide ample space to hang shirts. Of course, leave a section for long dresses and skirts.

A small closet with a lot of clothes and accessories.
Use storage cubbies to keep organized. (mominizer.com)

Inexpensive storage cubbies give you flexibility. Because space is tight, things look messy. Storage cubbies give you a place for all those little items that often look cluttered. In fact, they are the perfect space to store items like socks and wallets.

A small pink and white closet.
Of course, small kids closets all need TLC! (hgtv.com)

If you prefer baskets, consider sturdy wire baskets. Because you can see the contents, you will keep your closet neater.

A small closet filled with colorful shoes and purses.
Indeed, a customized cubbies can be a great option (housebeautiful.com)
A small closet with purses hanging on a white shelf.
Custom cubbies look sharp! (bobvila.com)

Indeed, handbags deserve their own space. Adding custom cubbies to the top of the closet is genius. While keeping your pretty things organized, you can also see them.

A group of ties hanging in a small closet on a hanger.
Cascading tie rack (www.pinterest.com)
A person arranging clothes in a small closet.
In fact, a cascading system doubles your space! (amazon.com)
A wooden hanger with four scarves hanging on it in a small closet.
Finally, a scarf organizer that makes sense! (www.wayfair.com)

Finally, shop for space-saving accessories. A scarf organizer or cascading hanger system takes the guesswork out of finding room.

Don’t settle for your small closet! Get organized with a few smart changes

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