Unless you are a professional interior designer with unlimited wardrobe space or you have a luxurious build in wardrobe in a mansion, chances are your closet needs help. Unfortunately, for most people, the wardrobe is a cluttered space that is a complete eyesore. Usually, the cause is due to space restriction or an ugly wardrobe setup. To spice up your wardrobe and make it a more inviting space, below are DIY closet organization ideas on a budget to make your wardrobe attractive.
De-clutter
Before embarking of beautifying your wardrobe to give it the oomph factor, you should de-clutter. Most people have too many clothes that are lying around in your closet, doing nothing. Rigorously spring clean your wardrobe to remove any unused garments. An effective way of doing this is to get rid of clothes you have not worn for the past year and throw away, sell, or donate what you do not need. You will be surprised at how reducing the number of clothes you have will instantly improve the look of your closet.
Add Character
The easiest way to improve the look of your wardrobe and make it more interesting is by adding character. Choose fun and exciting colors to paint at the back of your closet. If you are clueless about how to paint, then invest in a peel and stick wallpaper to add visual interest. Doing so allows you to view your closet system as an investment and hence, you will be more inclined to keep it tidy and beautiful. As you choose elements that add interests, refrain from adding books, flowers, or stuffed animals in your wardrobe as they collect dust over time and cause your clothes to smell less than fresh.
Add Extra Storage
As most people have not been talented with skills on how to build a custom closet from scratch, the most logical way of making more use of your wardrobe is by adding more space. Fortunately, all over the internet, you can find inspiration on how to use common everyday things to add space. Simple ways you can do this include;
- Make use of PVC pipes as a space divider and hanging beams in your wardrobe.
- Use shower curtain hooks to hang various items like jeans, tank tops, and belts to keep your space organized.
- Make the most of your existing wardrobe by adding vertical space with tension rods to hand belts, jeans, shoes, etc.
- Make use of storage baskets to add space and hideaway clutter that can’t be hanged or folded.
Add A Mirror
Either because of lack of proper planning or having limited natural light, most wardrobes end up being dark and lifeless. Add more natural light to your closet system, by hanging a mirror. Often, mirrors are an effective way of reflecting any artificial or natural light that falls on it. It also can make space appear larger by expanding the feel of a room. With the addition of a mirror, you will increase light, make the space more inviting and overall have a functional piece of furniture.
Organize
To make your wardrobe attractive on a fixed budget for the ultimate wow factor, aim to organize the clothes in your closet. Consider what you need beforehand and invest in a high-quality wardrobe closet with the storage options that you need. One way on how to simplify your wardrobe and make everything look neat is by color-coding your clothes. Doing so allows you to have a system of what clothes to wear, which clothes you no longer like, and which clothes to donate. Additionally, make sure everything has its place, and hence nothing is shoved in the closet to keep it attractive.
Conclusion
As seen above, you can have an inviting wardrobe with a few changes. Even though most of the changes above are reversible, to ensure that you keep it organized, choose styles that work with your taste and preference. As always, have fun with different designs and different DIY closet organization ideas on a budget to find out what works for you.
