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No Wardrobe Solutions: 10 Creative Clothes Storage Ideas
March 30, 2016

No Wardrobe Solutions: 10 Creative Clothes Storage Ideas

If you are renting an unfurnished apartment or have just moved into a new home which lacks many important furniture pieces, you have been faced with a pressing question – how to store clothes, if there is no wardrobe? The good news is -- even if your home temporarily or permanently lacks a standalone or a walk-in wardrobe, there are solutions. These creative clothes storage ideas will help to organize and store your clothes with a touch of elegance. Coat racksCoat racks may be more appropriate in a hallway, still it's perfectly allright to use them in a bedroom or any other private area. Using wall hooks for keeping and organizing accessories is actually another great idea. Shoe racksGet tall closed 3-4 tier shoe racks for storing omnipresent shoes and keeping them organized. A lot of such arrangements actually look like ordinary chests of drawers and will easily blend into any interior. Valet standsValet stands are creative and elegant no wardrobe solutions for bedrooms – they keep the clothes you are going to need the next day neat, organized and wrinkle free. Clothes railing An arrangement as simple as clothes railing won't keep your clothes hidden from sight – still, it is one of the...

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Storing Winter And Seasonal Clothes And Shoes: Storage Tips And Ideas
March 30, 2016

Storing Winter And Seasonal Clothes And Shoes: Storage Tips And Ideas

Two or four times a year – depending on where we live – almost all of us are faced with a neccesity to change clothes for the next season and store off-season clothes and shoes. The change of seasons is also a great reason to go through our wardrobe, get rid of old clothes and plan new purchases. But storing winter and seasonal clothes and shoes so that they would remain intact until the next season requires some extra storage furniture, organizers and, ultimately, space. Here are some of the storage ideas you may find helpful: Fabric storage bags Storing winter and seasonal clothes and shoes in air-vacuumed plastic bags may sound like a great idea – but it's not. Clothes should 'breathe' in order to stay intact, so the best thing to do would be to get fabric storage bags -- perfect for storing wool and cashmere gloves, hats and sweaters. If you own fur items, remember to store them at low temperature, otherwise they will shed fur and lose their initial appeal. Storage boxes As mentioned above, plastic and polyeurethane bags and containers aren't suitable for storing winter clothes and shoes. Storage boxes made of natural materials – such as canvas, wicker...

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How To Make The Most Of Awkward Spaces: 7 Tips
March 26, 2016

How To Make The Most Of Awkward Spaces: 7 Tips

Do you feel like the walls are closing in on you? Well don’t worry, you’re not the only one in this situation. There are at least 7 budget-friendly options that can instantly make your space feel more open as opposed to feeling like a jail cell. Try putting these 7 tips on how to make the most of awkward spaces and watch your small space reach new heights. Lighten up You can never go wrong with white paint. To some, white might seem like such a plain colour, but the wonders it can do for expanding space are foolproof. Lighter colours, especially white, can help reflect light, making the room feel airy and open. Use vertical stripe patterns Similar to vertical stripes on clothing, the same stripes on walls can trick the eye into making an object appear taller. The idea is suitable for any room in the house — from a hallway to a bedroom. Use mirrors strategically Mirrors give the perception of space and can reflect light. Maximise the effect by placing a big mirror directly across the window. You can also place mirrors across each other to create the illusion of endless space. Be careful of your placement, though. Avoid placing mirrors to...

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