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A Tour of My (Not So Big) Manhattan Closet...

by on ‎01-24-2014 05:26 PM

Like so many women, I have a lot of clothing…a lot. I also have a ton of jewelry.  The challenge is always finding somewhere to put everything because my general rule is “IF YOU DON’T SEE IT YOU ARE NOT GOING TO WEAR IT.” In order for something to make it out of your closet you need to know it’s there. That is why it is crucial to be organized. Not only so you ultimately LOOK better, but, to make sure you keep your sanity in the process. I created my QVC line because I couldn't find the tools to organize my closet and my extensive wardrobe and because I got pleas from so many women who were struggling to keep everything straight (while juggling kids and everything else.) Here are some simple ways you can whip your wardrobe into shape…and you can do it all in one weekend. To highlight the different ways to do it… I thought I would take you inside my apartment (and inside my closet.)


My apartment is not huge…so you’ll see I do the best I can with the space I have.  Hopefully this will inspire you to cleanse your closet and use your space wisely!  


1)   MAKE YOUR HANGERS UNIFORM:


I think you should open your closet and see “pretty.” Your closet should look like a mini boutique so you feel like you are shopping in it … and hopefully you get that shopping high we all crave! I chose to organize my wardrobe by item: skirts together; blazers together; dresses together. I also use a different color hanger that correlates with each category.



(If you are into this concept there are tons of colors for you to choose from, including a lace pattern!)


 2)   KEEP YOUR JEWELS UNTANGLED AND IN ORDER:


 


Nothing worse than putting on an earring and struggling to find its partner…we have all been there. My dress organizers allow you to keep your bangles and necklaces in order …they also allow you to keep pairs of earrings together!  (Little girls use them for hairbands and doll accessories. People who sew use the dresses to store sewing material.) Also, the boards are great if your delicate jewelry always gets tangled.  The push-pins allow you to hang each item separately. Not only will you be able to see all of your baubles…the board serves as a piece of art as well! 


dress hanger


 1)   PAIR YOUR SHOES DOWN:


Most people look at my shoe closet (and although impressive) are surprised that I don’t have more pairs. Here is the thing- I am very careful with what I put on my feet. My night would be ruined if: my shoes are too tight; too high; or painful in any way. With that said, here are shoes that should go right into your donation pile:


1)   ANY shoe that is too small or too big


2)   ANY shoe that is scuffed or harmed beyond repair


3)   ANY pair you haven’t worn in a year


 


Here is my shoe closet—I do not keep a ton so I have room for what I’ve got…looks pretty, right?


 


 2)   SORT THROUGH YOUR SWEATS AND JEANS:


We all have tons of sweatshirts and sweatpants that are cozy…and if you are like me you pick the same few every time to wear!


Donate the ones you haven’t worn in 3 months…and keep the few that are your favorite. We don’t need to stuff up our closets with items that shouldn't be worn out of the house!


3)   PICK ITEMS THAT SERVE DOUBLE DUTY:


I travel to warm places in the winter but not THAT often (unfortunately.) So all of those items that do not need to be in 


my closet all winter long have now COME OUT.  I have created storage cubes and storage ottomans that are SO roomy…they store all of my warm clothing and all of my extra linens…PLUS they serve as chairs, end tables & ottomans!



Hope this helps! I will have more tips this Monday (Jan 27th) at 9am so I hope you’ll tune in!


Call in if you want!


XX,


Jill