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If your home doesn't have a huuuuge Carrie Bradshaw-approved walk-in closet—well, my deepest condolences. Believe me, I know the pain that is trying to squeeze your entire wardrobe into a small closet (NYC girly here!). It ain't fun! In fact, it may even be damn near impossible! Some people might tell you that the easiest fix is to simply get rid of stuff, but I'm gonna jump in and say That's! Not! An! Option! (Don't tell me I don't need five different pairs of sneakers—I will end you!!).
So, if you're not willing to part with any of your clothes just yet (hi, it me), you've come to the right place because the internet is loaded with creative clothes storage ideas and space-saving solutions for hopeless people like us—and I've got 19 of the best ones outlined for you below. And trust me when I say—from experience—where there's a will, there's a way!
Our top picks for clothes storage ideas in 2024
these acrylic drawers
The Container Store Clear Stackable Sweater Drawer
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this customizable closet set
CosmoLiving by Cosmopolitan Gwyneth Closet System
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this storage bed
Silk and Snow Bed Frame with Storage
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this bra organizer
Marie Kondo Collection x The Container Store 5-Section Boobie Trap Bra Organizer
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these floating shelves
17 Stories Rustic Shelves With J Brackets
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this leaning ladder shelf
eHome Products Five-Tier Bookcase Shelf Ladder
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this hanging closet organizer
Vailando 6-Shelf Hanging Closet Organizer
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this armoire
Homary Woven Rattan Bedroom Clothing Armoire
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Maybe your closet is super tiny or maybe you don't even have one at all? (Praying for you.) Perhaps your wardrobe is overflowing, and you need some more creative storage solutions to house all your precious stuff. Whatever your dire situation may be, consider any of the ideas below for storing your precious wardrobe.
this mounted clothing rack
Pamo Industrial Loft Design Kim II
this mounted clothing rack
Pamo Industrial Loft Design Kim II
Looking for a clothing rack for some extra storage, but want something a little more secure? Enter: This mounted industrial clothes rack that looks super cool in any space.
these acrylic drawers
The Container Store Clear Stackable Sweater Drawer
these acrylic drawers
The Container Store Clear Stackable Sweater Drawer
Store your sweaters, jeans, handbags, or miscellaneous items in pretty and functional storage drawers. These acrylic ones by the Container Store are some of my absolute favorites, and the best part is, you can actually see what you're grabbing, so no tearing apart each one in search of your fav sweater.
this customizable closet set
CosmoLiving by Cosmopolitan Gwyneth Closet System
this customizable closet set
CosmoLiving by Cosmopolitan Gwyneth Closet System
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We might be a littttttle biased, but this closet system is about an 11/10 on the organization scale. The set comes with 16 shelves, two hanging rods, and three drawers to store all of the things you hold dear a.k.a. your wardrobe.
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this storage bed
Silk and Snow Bed Frame with Storage
this storage bed
Silk and Snow Bed Frame with Storage
If you want your under-bed storage to be totally concealed, get a bed with built-in storage! Otherwise, there's so much lost real estate there for ~storing things~.
this bra organizer
Marie Kondo Collection x The Container Store 5-Section Boobie Trap Bra Organizer
this bra organizer
Marie Kondo Collection x The Container Store 5-Section Boobie Trap Bra Organizer
So you're telling me it took me until literally today to find these bra organizers? Like, if I'm going to drop $$$ on my favorite bras, you bet I'm going to want to keep them stored properly and in tip-top shape.
these floating shelves
17 Stories Rustic Shelves With J Brackets
these floating shelves
17 Stories Rustic Shelves With J Brackets
Lacking floor space? My secret tip: build up. In my tiny NYC room, I have a million floating shelves to store extra clothes. Simply purchase a drawer (like the acrylic one above), or a bin that is the same width as the shelf, and you've got yourself some great new storage space that was unused before.
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this leaning ladder shelf
eHome Products Five-Tier Bookcase Shelf Ladder
this leaning ladder shelf
eHome Products Five-Tier Bookcase Shelf Ladder
A leaning ladder is one of the best ways to store shoes, IMO. Plus, it's narrow design won't take up much floor space.
this shoe storage cabinet
Anbuy Shoe Cabinet
this shoe storage cabinet
Anbuy Shoe Cabinet
Don't like the idea of your shoes being totally out in the open? Then a shoe cabinet is where it's at. This one has three flip drawers that conceal all your shoes while acting as a piece of furniture in your space.
this hanging closet organizer
Vailando 6-Shelf Hanging Closet Organizer
Hanging closet organizers aren't exactly a new and innovative idea. But if you get one, make sure it comes with drawers. Convenience is the name of the game!
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this armoire
Homary Woven Rattan Bedroom Clothing Armoire
Don't have a closet (or need an extension)? Sounds like you could use an armoire. Not only will it house your clothes, but it'll also be a great opportunity to flex your interior design muscle if you get a chic one like this bad boy.
these space-saving hangers
House Day Magic Hangers
These space-saving Magic Hangers truly are magic. And the best part is you won't have to replace all of your hangers! Just get this 12-pack of organizers, hook 'em onto your existing hangers, and start storing your clothes vertically.
these vacuum storage bags
Amazon Basics Vacuum Compression Storage Bags with Hand Pump
these vacuum storage bags
Amazon Basics Vacuum Compression Storage Bags with Hand Pump
Ugh, yes, sweaters are bulky as heck. And when they're not in season, you're gonna need a way to compress and store them all. Good thing these vacuum compression storage bags exist! (And yep, they work with your standard vacuum for speedy compression!)
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these shelf dividers
A & R Acrylic Shelf Dividers
these shelf dividers
A & R Acrylic Shelf Dividers
Shelf dividers are perfect for keeping overflowing shelves and closets organized. They'll help keep every item to in its place, which means you can really maximize your storage.
this storage bench
Article Maribo Ivory Bouclé 32" Storage Ottoman
this storage bench
Article Maribo Ivory Bouclé 32" Storage Ottoman
We love a good 2-in-1. Store off-season clothing in a chic ottoman that can double as seating!
these under-bed storage boxes
StorageWorks Under Bed Storage Box
these under-bed storage boxes
StorageWorks Under Bed Storage Box
When in doubt, just stick it under the bed—but in a protective storage box! This set of two comes with stylish pulls and dust-proof covers. Winner!
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these nesting storage bins
KonMari Set of 5 Wooden Stacking Storage Boxes
these nesting storage bins
KonMari Set of 5 Wooden Stacking Storage Boxes
When these nesting storage boxes aren't in use, you'll love being able to put them away without taking up so much space.
this clothing rack
Simple Houseware Industrial Pipe Clothing Garment Rack with Bottom Shelves
this clothing rack
Simple Houseware Industrial Pipe Clothing Garment Rack with Bottom Shelves
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With a clothing rack, you can display your favorite pieces so that they aren't just hiding in your closet. Or if you don't have a closet, well, consider this a must-have item.
these drawer organizers
Diommell Foldable Drawer Organizers
these drawer organizers
Diommell Foldable Drawer Organizers
Trust me, your underwear drawer is about to get a whole lot more manageable with these in-drawer dividers.
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this double closet rod
Whitmor Double Closet Rod
this double closet rod
Whitmor Double Closet Rod
With this easy-to-use tool, you can turn your basic closet into a two-tier closet. (This is what dreams are made of, no?)
this closet system
17 Stories White Benco 59 "W Closet System Walk-In Sets
this closet system
17 Stories White Benco 59 "W Closet System Walk-In Sets
And if all hope is lost and you just need a full-on closet system, then I am here to encourage you to get one, my friend.
Siena Gagliano
Associate Editor
Siena Gagliano is the associate editor at Cosmopolitan, where she primarily covers beauty, fashion, travel, and lifestyle. Wanna know how to get the best brows of your life? Gotchu. What about how to find the best fashion deals of the season, the softest sheets on the market, or exactly how to use retinol without irritating your skin? Check, check, and check. Before joining Cosmopolitan, Siena was a writer at Bustle and several other media outlets. As her 2024 goal, she has vowed to find the best (extra) dirty martini NYC has to offer—and yes, that means ~attempting~ to try every cute co*cktail spot in the city (hit her up with some recs, pls). Follow Siena on Instagram for a behind-the-scenes look at that magazine life.
