While plenty of us wish we had walk in closets the size of a bedroom, with built in wardrobe organisation, we do not. Still, a life more organised is always preferable, as is a wardrobe. So here are couple of tips on how to make what little space you may have look its best, and work most efficiently.

First thing I ALWAYS tell people is to ditch those wire hangers from the dry cleaners, along with any that are one of a kind amidst the sea of hangers in the closet. The fastest way to bring some calm to such a place is to unify wherever possible. This means get matching hangers right now. I choose wooden ones, but they are not mandatory as I know plastic ones can be found for much more desirable pricing.

Next, though for years I followed the “if you have not worn it in a year remove it” rule, I now stand behind the “shop you closet” approach. Go through your clothing and accessories and confirm what you would buy again, and what you would not. Take out those items that would no longer make the cut. If they are staples, then you are deserving of a new model. Otherwise, if they are not, put them into storage and wait to see if you miss it in the season they fall within. If you do not, then off they go to someone who will give them the appreciation they deserve.