Clutter-Free Closet
If your closet looks anything like ours, it's overflowing and totally disorganized. Your shoes are mixed up on the floor, you can never find the belt you need and your handbags are smashed in a pile. But not to worry! WD rounded up some of the best products out there to solve common closet problems and help you get organized.
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Problem: Lost Gloves
Does it always seem like you can never find a matching pair of gloves? This two-drawer shelving system is a cinch to hang, and the easy-access compartments are great for storing gloves as well as hats and other small accessories. Plus, with a small rod attached below, you won't lose out on any hanging space. $14.99; BedBathandBeyond.com.
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Problem: No Room for Sweaters
Hanging sweaters distorts the shoulders, and if you store them in dresser drawers, you'll run out of space fast. This six-compartment hanging canvas shelf is only 12 inches wide, but it utilizes vertical space to store up to 24 sweaters at a time, so you'll never have a wrinkled, stretched-out garment again. $19.99; ContainerStore.com.
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Problem: Disorganized Pile of Shoes
Shoes always seem to take over the floor space, making a mess in your closet. This over-the-door shoe rack will get them off the ground and out of the way, not to mention keep them in easy-to-access sets. Holding up to 36 pairs, the rack even has room for the fancy footwear you like to keep in the original box. $29.99; ContainerStore.com.
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Problem: Missing Belts and Ties
Belts and ties always end up scattered around the closet, which is no help in the rush to get ready for work. Take control of the mess and store them on this 19-peg rack, which includes two belt hooks. $19.99; ContainerStore.com.
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Problem: Shapeless Handbags
If you want your bags to maintain their shape, you have to stack them next to each other, but who has enough space for that? Enter this 10-pocket organizer. Hung right on your closet rod, it has space for most purse sizes-from a tote to an evening clutch-and keeps them within easy reach. $13.99; OrganizeWorld.com.
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Problem: Wrinkled Scarves
Folding scarves leaves them creased (but who are we kidding? They always end up wrinkled and stuffed in a drawer anyway). This wooden 10-hole scarf hanger keeps them all wrinkle-free and visible so you'll never have to rummage for your favorite accessory again. $6.99; Organize.com.
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Problem: Space-Hogging Hangers
Bulky, mismatched hangers take up more space than you realize in your closet. Streamline things with this set of 50 super-thin hangers. Made from recycled plastic, they not only save closet space, but the planet, too! $19.99; BedBathandBeyond.com.
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Problem: Tangled-Up Unused Hangers
Never know what to do with those loose hangers you're not using? With this freestanding organizer you can stack hangers on the chrome frame and tuck it in the back of the closet until the next time you need one. Plus, you'll never again have to untangle them. $29.99; ContainerStore.com.
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Problem: Too-Bulky Seasonal Items
When down jackets and wool coats are replaced with sundresses and flowing skirts, it's always a challenge to figure out where to store those bulky items. This hanging bag compresses everything using a vacuum seal to remove the excess air, freeing up extra storage space until winter rears its frosty head again. $9.79; Organize.com.
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Problem: Sagging Boots
When you store tall boots, they often slouch to the side and end up with an unsightly crease in the leather. Preserve your investment with these handy boot shapers, which fit snugly inside each boot to keep it upright. They even have a hook, in case you want to hang boots out of the way during sandal season. $9.99 for set of 2; ContainerStore.com.
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