Little space, plenty of storage: top tips for storing clothes in a storage unit

What can be done about it? 

One option: sort out the clothes you never wear and buy less. 

However, that answer isn't great for the economy. So we have gathered a few suggestions to show you how easy it is to make the most of the space you have – after all, you never know when silver leggings and a sequin jacket from the 80s will come back into fashion. 

Coat hangers – can they make all the difference? 

It might surprise you, but your coat hangers could be to blame for your wardrobe overflowing. The handcrafted, padded, lace-trimmed hangers your grandmother gave you for your birthday may be lovely, but they take up unnecessarily much storage space. 

Save space by swapping bulky hangers for slimline ones.

Even better: grab a multi-hanger and hang several garments on a single hanger. This not only saves space, but also gives you the chance to put together your favourite outfits right on the hanger. 

Solving the shoe problem with a storage unit

When your wardrobe is bursting at the seams, you can't afford to waste a single bit of space. 

Keep the situation under control and free up some floor space by getting a shoe organiser, such as IKEA's SKUBB. These affordable lifesavers are the perfect way to store knick-knacks, shoes, accessories, and more. This keeps the floor clear so you can add extra storage systems like drawers or shelves – see the next point. 

Drawer storage 

Modular storage systems and shelving units are ideal for making the most of every bit of space in the lower part of the wardrobe. At the same time, they create order, even if you tend to stuff everything into a drawer.   

Low shelves or a small chest of drawers are ideal for jumpers or jeans. 

Use a towel rail

Another creative way to store clothes is to fit towel rails and hooks on the back of the door(s).

Scarves, ties and belts are neatly stowed away this way and don't require any extra storage space. Plus, you can see your accessories at a glance, making getting dressed much easier.

Conclusion

If storage space is still tight even after applying our top tips, you might want to consider decluttering a few items you no longer wear (gasp!). Sell them online or host a car boot sale – you can invest the money in a wardrobe shelving system or a few multi-hangers.