Is your wardrobe looking like it just survived a hurricane? Clothes spilling out, hangers tangled, and you can’t find that special outfit for tomorrow’s event? Chill! There’s no need to stress. Let’s transform that chaotic wardrobe into an organized space that makes getting dressed easier and fast.
Having an organized wardrobe in Nigeria, especially in Awka is good because you’d be keeping the wardrobe tidy and your clothes in good condition and also making your mornings drama-free when you need to quickly pick a cloth for work or that function you’re attending.
In this article, you’re going to learn how to organize wardrobe perfectly so if you’re interested in organizing your wardrobe, let’s dive into how you can sort out your wardrobe once and for all!
How To Organize Wardrobe Perfectly
Below are 10 easy steps you can follow to organize and sort out your wardrobe perfectly in a few minutes:
Step 1: Empty Everything Out!
First things first, take EVERYTHING out. Yes, everything! Put it all on your bed. I know it looks scary (maybe like Onitsha Market on a busy day), but seeing all your stuff at once helps you know what you’re dealing with.
While your wardrobe is empty, do the following:
- Wipe down all shelves with a damp cloth. Dampness can damage your clothes, so it’s important you treat it immediately. Also, make sure you’re not putting wet clothes in the wardrobe.
- Check for cobwebs in corners. Those annoying spiders can also damage your cloth and cause it to have odours. You might react to them on your clothes if you have sensitive skin.
- Look for any water damage or signs of insects and get rid of them immediately. Your clothes will thank you.
Step 2: Sort Your Clothes
Now comes the real work. Sort everything into three piles:
- Keep – The clothes that you actually wear and love
- Give Away/Sell – Keep the clothes that are in good condition but you don’t wear them anymore seperately.
- Throw Away – These are the clothes that are damaged beyond repair and you can’t wear them anymore or give them out.
Take your time to do this and be honest about it. That expensive dress you bought for your cousin’s wedding three years ago that still has the price tag? If you haven’t worn it yet, chances are you never will. So, keep it in the ‘Give Away’ part to be given out to people that will actually need them.
If you’re struggling to decide which clothes go where, ask yourself: “Have I worn this in the last year?” and “Does it still fit comfortably?” If the answer is no to either of the questions, it probably shouldn’t stay.
Step 3: Group Similar Items
Now that you’ve decided what stays and what is going out, group similar clothes together. This will help you have all similar clothes in one place for easy access and retrieval when you need one because you actually know where each cloth is.
For instance, group:
- All jeans in one place
- T-shirts together
- Work clothes separate from casual
- Traditional attire in its own section
- Party clothes for owambe functions
This simple grouping makes finding what you need so much easier as mentioned earlier, especially when you’re rushing to beat the traffic on a monday morning.
Step 4: Choose the Right Storage Method
It is not every cloth that belongs on a hanger. Here’s a quick guide to help you know which cloth belongs on the hanger and not:
Hang These:
- Nice shirts and blouses
- Dresses
- Trousers and jeans
- Skirts
- Suits and jackets
Fold These:
- T-shirts
- Sweaters (hanging stretches them out)
- Underwear
- Socks
- Workout clothes
Those thin velvet hangers are good for saving space and stopping clothes from slipping off. They’re worth the investment if you can find them at Shoprite or any local supermarket close to you.
Step 5: Master the Folding Game
Don’t just toss folded clothes in drawers. Learn a simple folding technique:
- Lay the item flat
- Fold the sides toward the center
- Fold from bottom to top once or twice
- Store the cloth after folding it in a standing position like files in an office cabinet
When clothes stand up in your drawer like files in an office cabinet, you can see everything at once and you don’t have to be digging through piles anymore.
Step 6: Use Every Bit of Space
If you don’t have enough space in your wardrobe, then you need to get creative with spaces you might be ignoring:
- Back of the door (hang a shoe organizer for slippers or accessories)
- High shelves (store out-of-season clothes)
- Under the bed (flat containers for items you rarely use)
- Walls inside the wardrobe (small hooks for belts and jewelry)
In a typical Nigerian home where we might share rooms or have limited space, these tricks are game-changers.
Step 7: Organize Clothes By Season
Keep your current season’s clothes at eye level and an easy to reach section of the wardrobe. During the rainy season, your umbrellas, rain boots, and waterproof items should be accessible. When harmattan comes, bring your light jackets, sweaters and thick clothing to the front.
You can store other seasonal clothes in storage boxes or on high shelves until you need them again or when the current season is gone.
Step 8: Don’t Forget Your Shoes!
Shoes deserve love too, don’t ignore them:
- You should have a shoe rack at the bottom of your wardrobe
- Over-the-door shoe organizer
- Clear boxes for special occasion shoes
- Line up everyday shoes neatly on the floor
Always clean shoes before putting them away, especially during the rainy season when mud can ruin your collection. You can choose to get a separate wardrobe for your shoes if you don’t have enough space in your wardrobe.
Step 9: Keep It Up!
The hardest part isn’t organizing, it’s STAYING organized. Make these habits part of your routine:
- Return each item or cloth to their proper place after wearing and washing them
- When you buy something new, remove something old that you’ll no longer need
- Do a mini-tidy every Sunday evening
- Do a full reorganization every three months. These will help you to clean the wardrobe to get rid of spiders, cockroaches and damps.
Remember, even if NEPA takes light, you can still keep your wardrobe tidy. No excuses!
Step 10: Use What You Have
You don’t need any fancy organizing tools. Use what’s already available:
- Empty Ghana-must-go bags for seasonal storage
- Shoebox lids as drawer dividers
- Empty perfume boxes for jewelry
- Old ice cream containers for small items
Be creative. The best organizing systems don’t have to be expensive.
Final Thoughts
A well-organized wardrobe isn’t just about looking neat – it saves you time, reduces stress, and helps your clothes last longer. Plus, you’ll actually wear more of what you own because you can see everything.
Start small if the whole process feels overwhelming. Maybe organize just your work clothes today, casual clothes tomorrow. Before you know it, you’ll have a wardrobe that makes you proud when next you open your wardrobe
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