Category Archives: Closet Accessories

How To Combat The Darker Days With Organization

Waking up in the dark sucks!

Getting ready for work and leaving the house in what feels like the coldest, darkest part of night, isn’t much fun. Fighting our instincts to just go back to bed and snuggle under the covers can be a real struggle.

Here are some tips to help you get through your morning while you combat the shorter, darker days ahead.

Before you go to bed…

Help your morning routine by setting things up the night before. Make sure your towels and toiletries are out and ready to be used in your bathroom.

You’ll be surprised by how much easier it is to get going in the morning with just a little preparation beforehand.

Plan ahead

Since shuffling around a dark closet can be a recipe for a fashion disaster, plan ahead and save time. Figure out your next day’s wardrobe from head to toe.

A valet rod can be your best weapon against wrinkled, mismatched clothing.

Get a valet rod

A retractable valet rod takes up very little space and gives in your closet to hang up your outfit, assembled and ready to wear.

It can also hold a damp towel after you finish dressing to keep it off the floor and away from dry clothes.

It’s tempting to hook clothes hangers over the top of closet doors but that can lead to problems. Scratches on the doors and an improperly hung outfit may end up making more work for you.

Valet rods in clothes closet.

Footwear fixes

Not everybody keeps their shoes and boots in a bedroom closet. If you need to find your footwear in the morning, leave it where you can slip it on before you walk out the door.

When tall boots aren’t in use, simply pop an empty cardboard paper towel roll inside each boot. It will help them stay standing straight instead of flopping over.

Where did I leave my keys?

A great place to put house keys and car keys is on your bedside table every night. Car break-ins are not uncommon during longer, darker nights.

If you hear someone outside in the middle of the night, press the door lock on your key fob to deter thieves. If necessary, set off your car alarm.

Wherever you put your keys at night, be consistent. Save yourself from running around in the morning, trying to remember where you left them.

Reflective clothing tape

Coming home in the dark isn’t much fun either. Make sure that motorists can see you to stay safe.

Pick up some reflective clothing tape from a dollar store and wrap it around a purse strap or put it on a backpack.

Adding a strip to your coat or jacket will make it easier for drivers who are trying to navigate pedestrian traffic in the dark.

Things are looking brighter already

Remember, it’s only temporary! The days will start getting longer on December 21st. You can make it! So why not do it in an organized, stylish, and safe way.

4 Signs That You Need Better Shoe Storage

You have a big entryway and a closet. So why do you need better shoe storage?

Shoes tend to pile up at the front door in the most random way. Sometimes they get tossed to the back of the closet. If your footwear is organized and easy to find it can have a huge impact on your daily routine.

Here are four signs that you need better shoe storage in your home.

1. You’re often late for work searching for the right shoes

When your shoes are piled up at the bottom of your closet it slows you down. Sorting through a pile of shoes makes it difficult to find the right pair when you’re on your way to work or a special event.

A shoe rack or a dedicated shelving for footwear gives you a designated place for each pair of shoes. This makes them easy to find and access when you need them. No searching, no sorting, no wasted time.

Women with shoe racks are seven times more likely to be on time for work than women without shoe racks (IKEA US Life at Home Report).

If you’re always late for work then a shoe rack might be the answer!

2. You can only ever find one

What’s even more frustrating than not being unable to find your shoes? Finding only one shoe and wondering where the other one is. Shoe storage solutions encourage you to keep pairs of shoes together.

Save yourself some time and anxiety unless you enjoy running around the house looking for one shoe when you’re late for work. Again.

3. Your shoes are scuffed and marked up

When you pile heels, sandals, sneakers and dress shoes on top of each they will get scuffed up, marked and looking worn. Some of your shoes cost a lot of money. Keep them organized and take care of them.

A pull-out shoe rack or open shelves in your closet not only keeps your shoes neatly organized, it protects them and keeps them looking their best.

4. The entryway always looks cluttered

When family and friends come to visit, the first thing they see is the entryway to your home. What are they going to see when they open up your front door? People feel relaxed when they enter a home that looks tidy.

A storage bench is a great way to keep your front door free of clutter. It also provides people with a place to put their shoes on. Elderly people will really appreciate this when they visit as it is easier for them to sit down to put their shoes on.

A front hall closet with shelving or a shoe rack is another alternative to keeping the entryway tidy and open. An organized home is more welcoming and just makes life easier.

Upgrade your closet

Invest in better shoe storage solutions to help streamline your morning routine and keep your house looking great.

Visit our showroom to see how a shoe rack or custom shelving can be used in your closet.

Cool Father’s Day Closet Accessories

Searching for the perfect gift to get dad this Father’s Day? This year, why not get him something practical, a gift he can really use?

An upgraded custom closet can make life easier for dad (and make mom happy, too!).

Not only will the convenient storage systems help make dad more organized it’s a real time saver when everything can be found in its place.

Here are a few closet accessory ideas he might love, to complement his new closet system and his new routine.

Tie rack

Hanging numerous ties on one hanger can lead to ties getting tangled or falling on the floor. Folding ties often causes wrinkles. Install a tie rack in your dad’s closet so he can hang each tie separately.

This will make finding the right tie in the morning a breeze, ensuring they remain wrinkle-free and ready to wear.

Hidden document drawer

Update your dad’s closet with a hidden drawer he can use to store important legal documents and valuables.

If that isn’t enough secure storage, custom closets can also be upgraded with a personal safe.

Belt rack

Belts can end up in drawers, tangled in a heap, but a custom designed belt rack makes them easy to find and also helps maintain the shape of each belt.

Have our expert design consultants install a belt rack into your dad’s new custom closet. The sliding belt racks feature a low profile and can fit almost anywhere.

Watch winder and storage

If your dad has a nice watch collection, then we have the perfect upgrade idea. Custom drawers are designed to protect watches and feature Orbita watch winders to keep each watch, perfectly wound.

Add a glass cover and you have a high tech display of dad’s coolest watches.

This Father’s Day, give a gift your dad can use for years. These accessories add convenience to custom closet designs, provide better organization and are a smart solution for any space.

If you have questions about any of these accessories, please contact us or visit our showroom and we can demonstrate how all of them work.

Essential Closet Accessories for His and Hers Closets

One of the things a successful marriage is built on is compromise.

However, one thing you should never have to sacrifice for your loved one is storage space.

Customized storage solutions allow you to tailor a closet to individual needs – you and your spouse can keep personal belongings separate without making them hard to find.

To make the most of your his and hers closets, be sure to consider these essential closet accessories.

Closet accessories for His Closet

Drawer dividers help you organize smaller wardrobe pieces like socks, underwear, scarves and ties.

Pullout tie racks are extremely useful if you wear a tie to work and have a large selection. The racks keep them organized and wrinkle-free.

Using a pullout shoe rack is one way to prevent you from tripping over your footwear. It also protects them from scuffs and damage. Having all of your shoes in one place can save you a bit of time in the morning and keep your bedroom looking tidy.

If you hate ironing and want to keep your pants from looking wrinkled, install a pant rack. A pullout rack makes it easy to see all of your pants at once, helping you decide what to wear with a shirt or jacket.

Another thing you’ll like about pant rack is that the pants actually stay on them. With a hanger, pants often slide off and get wrinkled.

If you have more than one wristwatch then a watch winder can keep them organized and properly wound.

Closet accessories for Her Closet

An elegant mirror helps you find the perfect outfit to wear each morning before heading out the door.

A velvet-lined jewellery drawer protects your favourite accessories and prevents them from getting tangled or lost.

If you find yourself fishing through drawers for earrings, bracelets, necklaces and rings a jewellery drawer will get you organized.

A pullout scarf rack offers the perfect place to hang fashionable scarves and belts.

Premium wooden hangers are an essential in any closet because they extend the life of your wardrobe and look great in your closet.

When you are putting together an outfit or simply want a place to hang your dry cleaning, a retractable valet rod is a must. This has become a favourite accessory for many people once they have them installed.

For more ideas visit the closet accessories section of our website or talk to one of our design consultants by scheduling a free in-home consultation.

Their years of experience and creativity can transform an average closet into an efficient and organized space that you’ll love.

The Anatomy of a Hanger

Closet hangers might seem like a small purchase, but the ones you choose can make a big difference.

There are many different materials and styles of hangers available, from wire to padded. Some hangers are made with additional features like strap hooks and others are made exclusively for pants and skirts.

How do you choose the right hanger for your wardrobe?

At Organized Interiors, we value premium design and offer premium hardwood hangers that will not only keep your closet organized but protect your clothing investment.

Select between high-quality cherry or white hardwood hangers.

The metal head of our hangers is smartly designed with a safety hook to prevent scratching.

The shoulders are strong to support jackets and shirts, and we carry thicker hanger shapes to support heavier suit jackets.

Notches securely hold straps in place and prevent clothing from falling.

Last, but not least, the spine features a supportive cross bar that, like the shoulders, is resistant to slips and creases.

Choosing premium hangers can help you maintain your wardrobe and extend the life of your clothing. Quality hangers will be both stretch and crease-resistant. They will prevent shirts and dresses from slipping and keep items wrinkle-free.

It’s important, however, that your closet isn’t too crowded, as your hangers can only help so much. Purge your closet regularly, eliminating out of season pieces and keeping only what you love and wear often. You can also optimize space by using one hanger for a pants and jacket set.

An organized closet makes it much easier to select an outfit each morning, and with high-quality hangers you don’t have to worry about clothing being stretched out or wrinkled when you’re in a rush.