{"id":8092,"date":"2018-11-08T19:23:36","date_gmt":"2018-11-08T08:23:36","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.airtasker.com\/blog\/?p=8092"},"modified":"2024-01-03T16:37:49","modified_gmt":"2024-01-03T05:37:49","slug":"why-its-time-for-a-custom-wardrobe-design","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.airtasker.com\/blog\/why-its-time-for-a-custom-wardrobe-design\/","title":{"rendered":"Why it’s time for a custom wardrobe design"},"content":{"rendered":"

A well-designed wardrobe saves time, space and ironing (yasss) so if you find yourself squashing special occasion dresses next to snow gear and piling shoe boxes on every flat surface it’s time to customise your clothing storage.<\/p>\n

Here’s how to decide what you need for a custom wardrobe design that suits your needs:<\/h2>\n

1. Open clothing rail or closed wardrobe?<\/span><\/h3>\n

Does clutter make you shudder? Does mess induce stress? Does the sight of an unbuttoned shirt make your heart flutter, in the get-me-a-medic way? If you answered yes to any of these questions you\u2019re going to want a covered wardrobe, rather than an open-air design where everything is on show.<\/p>\n

There\u2019s a lot to be said for being able to hide your clothes, shoes and accessories away behind closed doors, especially on days when you try on practically everything you own and end up with more of a floor-drobe.<\/p>\n

Fashion blogger Michelle Rimmer of States of Style<\/a> has an enviable collection of clothes and says having a wardrobe that can be closed is non-negotiable. A built-in wardrobe with doors streamlines the room and prolongs the lifespan of clothing by keeping it out of direct lighting, not to mention out of reach of curious kiddos!<\/p>\n

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The full spectrum: Michelle Rimmer organises her clothes by colour<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

\u201cI couldn\u2019t live without wardrobe doors,\u201d the mother-of-two admitted. \u201cMy wardrobe is colour coordinated and kept ridiculously neat but I still need to be able to close the doors to protect the contents from direct sunlight and little toddler hands.\u201d<\/p>\n

Michelle may not be a fan of open-plan wardrobe design but fashion blogger and shoe collector Ashleigh D\u2019Mello<\/a> couldn\u2019t imagine storing her most-loved possessions out of sight.<\/p>\n

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Black on black: Ashleigh D’Mello pairs black hangers with clothing racks in the same hue<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s so nice to visually see the elements of outfits (and options!) all in one place, instead of stuffing things inside a small wardrobe where it\u2019s hard to find different pieces and you forget half the things in there anyway,\u201d she said of her chic walk-in-robe\/dressing room, which features matte black clothing racks.<\/p>\n

\u201cAn open closet also doubles as a feature space in your house and it becomes a beautiful zone to get ready and put outfits together. Plus, it forces you to keep your closet organised and tidy!\u201d<\/p>\n

Tip:<\/span> Good wardrobe design utilises every cm available, including above head height. A great spot to store luggage, or to keep boxes filled with winter clothes in summer and vice versa, a shelf for additional storage above your everyday hanging area is a wise addition.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

2. Hanging space V drawer space<\/h3>\n

Different clothes should be stored differently, so your dress will define how much hanging and folding space you need.<\/p>\n

Take a look at your existing wardrobe and assess what your go-to clothes are. Are you a corporate lawyer with a collection of tailored suits and crisp shirts? You’ll need more hanging space than a yoga teacher who has a wardrobe full of activewear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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Hang these:<\/h3>\n<\/td>\n

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Fold these:<\/h3>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Dresses<\/td>\nJumpers<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Jackets and coats<\/td>\nTshirts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Shirts<\/td>\nShorts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Tailored skirts and trousers<\/td>\nSwimwear<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Think about the smaller items too – underwear, socks, shoes and accessories need to go somewhere.<\/p>\n

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Retractable accessories storage is a key component of Michelle Rimmer’s wardrobe design<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

\u201cHave a decent look at what items you actually prioritise and purchase plenty of and plan the space around your personalised needs,\u201d Michelle recommends when deciding how to allocate hanging space V drawers\/shelves. \u201cMine is based on a decent shoe collection and is heavy on accessory storage solutions.<\/p>\n

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A shoe of every hue: Michelle Rimmer has prioritised shoe storage<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

\u201cCustomised drawers are an essential aspect of my wardrobe – all items are grouped and separated based on what the drawers are intended for: belts, necklaces, earrings etc.\u201d<\/p>\n

Tip:<\/span> Include drawers of different heights to store items ranging from accessories to clothing. Jewellery, watches and sunglasses are best stored in shallow drawers where they\u2019re easy to see, whereas handbags, hats and bulky items of clothing demand more room.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Prefer to keep your accessories out on show? Take a leaf out of Ashleigh\u2019s book and arrange your most prized shoes and handbags on shelves where they can be admired.<\/p>\n

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Shoes on show! Ashleigh D’Mello keeps her footwear neatly arranged on open shelves<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

\u201cI store all my shoes in floor-to-ceiling shelves and try to keep them as organised as possible in terms of shoe type (part sense, part OCD!),\u201d she said.<\/p>\n

\u201cBeing able to visually see all my shoes in this way definitely makes it easier to choose shoes when it comes to putting outfits together, and I think it\u2019s such a great use of space compared to storing them on the floor which can get messy really quickly!\u201d<\/p>\n

3. A boutique-style clothing rack<\/h3>\n

Can’t commit to a fully open wardrobe, but love the idea of an easy-access selection of your favourite clothes? Get a freestanding clothes rack!<\/p>\n

Standalone clothing rails are very on-trend and offer both aesthetically appealing and practical solutions. Style with a few colour-coordinated garments, keep a collection of jackets handy so you can pick the perfect piece for the weather in a flash or use an old-school valet chair to get your outfit of the day ready. Just add a designer handbag casually draped from a hanger for instant blogger style.<\/p>\n

We love these:<\/p>\n

West Elm Black Modern Garment Rack<\/a>\"West<\/a><\/h3>\n

Kmart Timber A-frame Clothing Rack<\/a>\"Kmart<\/a><\/h3>\n

Shop for Shops Adjustable Height Freestanding Clothes Rack<\/a>\"Shop<\/a>4. Plan before you Pin!<\/h3>\n

No matter what your vision is avoid expectation vs reality disappointments by measuring the space you have available before<\/em> you start pinning dream wardrobe inspiration.<\/p>\n

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Whether you have the luxury of a whole dressing room to play with or are trying to condense your #closetgoals into a cramped<\/del> cosy corner, understanding exactly how much volume you have to play with is crucial. Enlist a handyman<\/a> or get a friend to help measure the height, width and depth of the space, keeping in mind architectural features and amenities such as windows, air conditioning vents, power points and gas outlets.<\/p>\n

Use your measurements to mock up a bird\u2019s eye view of your room with pen and paper or jump onto the IKEA website to utilise their online planning tools. If you\u2019re not sure which wardrobe configuration is going to offer the best storage solutions for your space, the IKEA wardrobe planner<\/a> is a great resource to explore what is and isn\u2019t possible.<\/p>\n

Watch out though – some IKEA wardrobe designs start at just 40cm deep, which seems fine on paper, but standard coat hangers are 40-45cm wide on average. Unless you want to be stuck purchasing specialised coat hangers for the foreseeable future this space-saving option simply isn\u2019t functional for most people!<\/p>\n

To accommodate standard coat hangers, plus a bit of wriggle room, we recommend a wardrobe depth of at least 50cm. And if space isn\u2019t at a premium? Go large to maximise hanging space and shelf\/drawer depth.<\/p>\n

Tip:<\/span> Wooden hangers are Scandi-chic but take up a big chunk of room when positioned side by side. Plastic and metal hangers take up far less space so you can fit a lot more in.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Settled on a design and now need help building your dream \u2018drobe? Find a handyman<\/a> to assemble flat-pack furniture or a carpenter to install custom cabinetry<\/a> on Airtasker.<\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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