Your clothes keep you warm in the colder months, cool all through summer and in addition to their practical purposes – they also express your personality, mood and overall aesthetic of what makes you, you. So yes, clothes are important. It’s only right then that you aim to take care of your clothes, opting to organise them when they are hanging up in your wardrobe.
What if I were to ask you what the current state of your wardrobe is? Would you describe it as pristine, organised and fresh, or perhaps would you admit it is on the messier end of the spectrum?
Do not fret, with our busy schedules pushing for more and more demands on our time and energy, it’s no wonder we have momentarily overlooked the space for our clothes. Belongings stack up, our once practical boxes overflow and we find ourselves struggling to bring a sense of order to our wardrobe. Thankfully, wardrobes can be remedied. Let the tidying begin…
Break the cycle
If you are tired of your wardrobe being continuously messy, when you only did a quick clean weeks ago, then it could be time to do a deep clean and break this cycle.
Strip the contents of your wardrobe
When it comes to wardrobes, start by stripping your closet’s containments of clothes, storage and other odd items. Empty the draws and boxes and stocktake as you go, organising your unique piles onto the bed. If you have a walk in wardrobe then this might take some time. This process will help you gauge what clothing, items and products you are working with. That old favourite scarf that you thought you had lost appears once again. This is the bonus of cleaning out spaces and maintaining your wardrobe–you will unearth some much-loved items, as well as laugh at the amount of junk you potentially have accumulated over the years. We will find a new home for it later.
Work out what you can get rid of, regift or recycle
Have you found an old collection of CD’s that seem to be taking up a lot of space? Maybe there are some old work pants that you no longer like. It’s time to cut back on what you really don’t need. That means either throwing items out, handing them down or giving clothes away for goodwill.
It’s a fashion purge and your wardrobe will thank you for maintaining its capacity. Downsizing all of the stuff inside your closet can be daunting, but remember there are many avenues and means for your newly purged belongings to be transferred to. You could even redistribute some of the clothes and objects in another area in your home to free up space even more. Perhaps shift those old socks to the laundry.
Cleaning approaches
Maintaining your wardrobe means keeping it clean. Once your items are all out, it’s time to get wiping. A slightly damp cloth is perfectly fine, to brush those cobwebs away and give your wardrobe a quick revamp. If you haven’t done this for a season or two, your wardrobe may require a deeper clean. Reach for some mild detergent and give the insides of your wardrobe a delicate scrub. Make sure that the surface is fully dry before you place clothes and items back inside.
Stay clear of polish or any wax-like solution as liquids like this may harm the longevity of your wardrobe. Another tip is to select a soft cloth that won’t scratch easily on the laminate surface. Since you hang your favourite clothes here, it’s important to keep it polished and well presented. If you come across some damage in your wardrobe then Boston Wardrobes can help.
Maintaining your closet
As you go through life, you naturally grow and develop – your wardrobe should follow suit. Holding onto items or clothes that make your closet messy can only hinder your progress with being tidy. It’s as simple as staying on top of each seasonal clean. Prioritise your clothes and keep your closet tidy.
Craft meets Functionality: Boston Wardrobes
It’s so rewarding taking a look at your organised, decked out and sparkling clean wardrobe.
Boston Wardrobes supports this vision, by crafting sleek wardrobes that serve both a design aesthetic and perfect functionality. Having been around for over 35 years, they are committed to wardrobe excellence, quality and craftsmanship. Have a look at their wide selection of wardrobes if you are looking at upgrading or perhaps refurbishing your home.
