6 Easy Ways to Tidy Up Your Cluttered Closet

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As soon as the new year hits, I’m in full-on reset mode. There’s just something fresh in the air, and it makes me want to deep-clean and organize my house with a vengeance. By January, my clothes are busting from their hangers, my shoes are thrown on the floor of my closet, and there are other bits and bobs to be tidied up.

In an effort to organize my own small closet, I went to TikTok to find some storage solutions. I found a few amazing ideas that I’m definitely going to be using, and I thought that they would be incredibly helpful for you, too. If you’re looking to refresh your cluttered closet, these 6 closet organization ideas will help you maximize your space and give everything its own place. 

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Help! I have a small closet! How do I maximize my closet space?

I’ve lived in multiple apartments over the years, and small closets have always been one of the characteristics of each place I’ve lived in. Learning to get creative with your space is key, but here are some organization tips to know before you begin:

Go Vertical

In a small space, it helps to use as much wall space as you can. If you have a top shelf, add storage bins or shoe racks to increase your storage volume.

Use the Fancy Hangers

If you don’t have cute velvet hangers yet, trust us, they will completely transform your space. Not only will they make it look more uniform, but they actually do help save hanging space since they are all the same size.

Add Shelving to the Bottom of Your Closet

If your space allows, add shelving units or small drawers to the bottom of your closet. This will help you fill the space below your hanging rod and give you more storage opportunities.

6 Closet Organization Ideas to Try

1. Organize Like a Professional

@lindseyhughes44 my top 5 ways to elevate your closet & save space as a professional organizer! Everything shown 🔗 on my profile #closethack #closetorganization #storagehacks #storageideas #organizedgirlielifestyle #amazonmusthaves #professionalorganizer #fyp #organizedhome #organization #organizationtiktok #homeorganization #smallspaceliving #homeinspo #cleanhome #organizer #closet ♬ original sound – 🔮

Linsey Hughes is a professional organizer by day and lifestyle creator on the side. I love these smart organization hacks. These are such unique ways to store the items you reach for every day. Not only do they help you maximize the space, but they are super practical as well.

2. Use Versatile Hanger Hooks

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These hanger hooks have so many different uses. Whether you’re hanging belts, hats, ties, or a bundle of jeans, hanger hooks can hold them all neatly and compactly. I’m definitely going to add a couple of these to store all the belts in my closet.

3. Layered Jean Hangers

@mecheer8 Can’t wait to get more of these genius hangers for my messy closet ✨👖💙💁🏻‍♀️#tiktokmademebuyit #fyp #foryoupage #hanger #closetorganization #organizedhome #wardrobe #wardrobeessential #wardrobestylist #organizationhacks #closethangers ♬ original sound – MECHEER

I have a slight addiction to jeans, so when I saw these layered jean hangers, I was obsessed. I love how the rod collapses to compress the jeans on the clothing rod, but when you need to access a pair, you can expand the rod and pull out the pair you need. How genius is that?!

4. Clear Storage Drawers

@josipellicano closet organization storage hack – by using these drawers, you get two products (shelves + extra storage bins) for the price of one ✔️ Items linked! #closetorganization #closetstorage #closetorganizer #closetmakeover #organizer #closet ♬ Kübla – Wyl & Wun Two

Using clear storage bins and organizers makes any space feel bigger and more organized. Not to mention, they are aesthetically pleasing as well. You can find these clear drawers for a great price. Stack one on top of the other to truly maximize your closet.

5. IKEA Drawer Organizers Are Amazing

@gwynethyuma one more thing done!!! dresser comes tomorrow 🤸🏼‍♀️ #closettour #closetorganization #nycapartment ♬ Back on 74 – Stan 🙂

Growing up, all my room organization items came from Ikea, and to this day, I am still obsessed with their products. The white finish of the organization drawers makes your space feel sleek and clean, while also keeping your closet super functional. Adding a couple of storage drawers below your hanging rack will increase storage for foldable items — like your pajamas, loungewear, and active wear sets.

6. Conceal Shoes in Aesthetic Shoe Boxes

@remilemm boxes linked in my amazon storefront under “closet organization” 🥰 #amazonfinds #organization #shoeorganization #closetorganization #aestheticallypleasing ♬ How`s Your Day – aAp Vision

Shoe racks are amazing, but have you heard of shoe boxes? I love aesthetics, these look especially in a small closet. Each pair of shoes has its own cubby, which makes this a super functional system to keep up with.