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Tips for Organizing Your Dressing Room

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by RAKI WRIGHT

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The dressing room is one of the rooms in a house that gets messy so easily, and it can take up a lot of time to tidy it up. On those work mornings, when you missed your alarm and are in a hurry trying to make it to work on time, you might end up placing stuff where they are not supposed to be. 

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It is also easier to navigate those mornings by simply having a well-organized dresser with everything in place. Let’s have a brief look at some of the ways you can arrange your dressing room to give you an easy time finding your outfits.

Clear Out What You Don’t Need

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You’d be surprised at how much space is consumed by unnecessary items that you do not even use. An example of such items includes old clothing that probably doesn’t fit anymore or just isn’t your taste anymore. Before you start arranging your closet, start by clearing out such things. This will create more space to store your essential items. You can give your old clothing to charity if you feel that it can still be used by someone in need.

Change Your Setup If Need Be

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After clearing your dressing room, evaluate your current setup and determine if there is a need to change anything. You can add a few more storage items to add more room for storing some stuff. If you do not have a shoe rack and have been storing your shoes on the floor, that is something you might consider adding to your dressing room. 

Instead of a boring plastic laundry basket, you can buy a fancy woven basket for your laundry. This will add some extra sass to your closet. 

Get rid of any outdated organization system in your closet and think about getting an updated system that fits your needs.

Prioritize Your Favorites

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You might have a whole closet of dressing items but there are those favorite pieces that you end up using most of the week. This might be a favorite suit for the week or a fancy dinner dress that you prefer over the rest.

For example, I’ve found that kimonos are a versatile staple of my wardrobe. I’m even considering purchasing wholesale kimonos so that I can save money and get them in multiple options.

While organizing your closet, it is advisable to put these items where you can easily access them to avoid disorganizing your space every time you are trying to find them. You can use plastic hangers to put them in a separate section of your closet.

Add Table Top Storage

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Tabletop storage can come in handy for placing jewelry pieces and skincare products such as lotions and perfumes. You can place your perfume box on a fancy metallic tray on the table alongside your moisturizer and your face cream. This kind of storage is perfect for items that you use several times in a day, and you want to be able to access easily. Adding a flower vase at the side will add a sophisticated look to your table and your dressing room in general.

Organize By Season

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Always ensure that you have extra space in your closet to put away out-of-season clothing. For instance, you have no use for those summer dresses and shorts during the winter. As you organize your closet for the winter season, put them away to create room for warm clothing that you will actually need. This will also help you know if you need to buy more clothes for any particular season.

Hang a Curtain

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You can either use a curtain to keep your dressing room separate from your bedroom or add closet doors. This helps distinguish your space and also enhances a tidy look. At times you might need to cover up a disorganized closet probably because you haven’t found the time to arrange it; a curtain will help you do this while still making the space look organized. Make sure that you choose a color that goes with your whole bedroom theme, so it doesn’t look out of space.

Add a Mirror

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A mirror has the ability to transform a room completely. It can make it look even more spacious and can add class and elegance. However, not just any kind of mirror can do this for your space. A ceiling-to-floor mirror in a luxurious color like gold or silver can work perfectly for a walk-in closet. In addition to the magic it does for the space, you will also need it as you are dressing up.

Add More Style

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In addition to arranging and organizing your dressing room, you can also add more stylish accessories to make it feel warm and classy. A floor rug and a small sitting area can be ideal for a dressing room, as long you have the space. Do not try to squeeze in what cannot fit, as this will create chaos and confusion in your space. You can also add beautiful wallpaper or wall art to your dressing room. It doesn’t have to be just clothes; make the room a place where you can relax and have a cup of coffee while reading your favorite novel. It can be your hideout when you need some peace and quiet.

Conclusion

Lucky for you, you do not have to do this by yourself if you feel like you are not up to it or just do not have that kind of time in your hands. Seek the services of home improvement experts if you need to.  You can find these experts at trade show displays in Las Vegas. A clean and well-organized room is good for your mental health and can help you avoid issues such as anxiety.

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