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If Your Closet Is A Mess, These 46 Things Are Life-Changing
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Almost everyone could use more closet space, along with some help getting clothes, shoes, and everything else organized. Thankfully, there are lots of genius things to maximize closet space on Amazon, and you'd be amazed by how a few simple items can totally transform your closet from chaotic to clean in no time.
From space-saving hangers and shoe racks to helpful storage bins and trays, this list is packed with solutions for the organizational problem that've been plaguing you. There are also things like a motion-sensor LED closet light and air purifying charcoal bags to make the closet bright and fresh. And since no one who's organizing a closet needs the added stress of complicated assembly instructions, these products are all super easy to put together. In fact, many of them require nothing more than hanging on the closet rod or door.
Whether you're organizing the closet in the bedroom, bathroom, or kitchen, these clever products will maximize space and make things easier to find. They're not quite the same as Cher's closet from Clueless, but these life-changing closet organizers are the next best thing — and with Amazon's super-fast Prime shipping, your closet is only days away from getting a major makeover.
1These Space-Saving Hangers That Keep Your Pants From Wrinkling
Make the most of closet space by storing multiple garments on one space-saving hanger. Made from sturdy stainless steel, each S-style hanger is coated with nonslip silicone to keep up to five pairs of pants, skirts, and other garments in place while also reducing wrinkling. "I have a very small closet and these are a life saver," wrote one reviewer.
2This Sturdy Closet Organizer With 5 Roomy Shelves
It doesn't get easier to create extra storage space than with this hanging closet organizer. The durable, non-woven fabric organizer has two sturdy hooks that fit over standard closet rods, and there are five roomy shelves that can hold bulky items like sweaters and towels. The closet organizer also has two mesh pockets on each side where you can store small items.
3An Over-The-Door Organizer With 4 Large Pockets
This sturdy over-the-door organizer features four large pockets with clear windows, making it easy to find what you need. The organizer hangs easily on any standard door, and it's great for storing a range of items around the house, from spices in the kitchen to toiletries in the bathroom. Choose from six colors, including classic black or gray (pictured).
4This Wall-Mounted Organizer That Holds Brooms & Mops
Keep mops, brooms, and other cleaning supplies neatly organized and off the floor with this wall-mounted broom holder, which can hold up to 35 pounds. The easy-to-install broom holder has five spring-loaded handle slots for brooms and more, and there are six sturdy retractable hooks to hold rags, dustpans, and other small items, too.
5These Space-Saving Skirt Hangers
Maximize the space in your closet with these 5-tier metal skirt hangers. Made from durable metal, these hangers have rubber tips on each clip to prevent damage to clothing. Each hanger can hold up to five skirts, but they’re also great for pants. The hangers can also swivel 360 degrees.
6These Drawer Dividers That Keep Your Clothes Organized
These easy-to-use adjustable drawer dividers slide into any standard drawer to instantly create convenient storage sections. Each divider is made from a durable bamboo and can expand or contract based on drawer size. They’re perfect for keeping socks, shirts, underwear, and other clothing organized.
7These Food Storage Containers That Come With Labels
These airtight food storage containers offer an easy way to store dried goods like flour, cereal, or pasta in your pantry. The set comes with six containers of varying sizes, and also includes labels and a pen so you can designate each container. The containers are also easy to stack for better storage.
8This Shoe Organizer That Hangs On Your Door
Keep your shoes tidy with this shoe organizer that hangs over you bedroom or closet door. With 24 vinyl pockets, this organizer is sturdy enough to hold even your heavier shoes, and has stainless steel hooks that clasp onto your door. The hooks are also adjustable to fit different door widths.
9This Double Closet Rod That Adds More Hanger Space
Increase your hanging space with this easy-to-use double closet rod, which fits on any standard closet rod. The sturdy chrome rod makes the most of unused space beneath your clothes, adding a second level of hanger space closer to the ground. "Hung perfectly in my small closet and allows me to have two "levels" to hang my tops, skirts, and pants," wrote one reviewer.
10This Coat Rack That’s Easy To Assemble
Keep your outerwear organized with this wooden coat rack design to mimic the branches on a tree. Made from sturdy pine, the rack is easy to assemble without any tools. It has six hooks, which are also handy for holding purses, hats, or scarves. It comes in four colors.
11This Easy-To-Install Closet Maximizer With An Adjustable Rod
Add needed extra storage space with this hanging closet rod, which is expandable to handle pants, shirts and accessories. The middle bar can be moved up or down, doubling up on your existing closet space. This simple setup is easy to install and customize without having to use any tools.
12This Magnetic T-Shirt Organizer That Keeps Shirts Neatly Stacked
With this magnetic T-shirt organizer, your tees stay in one neat stack and are less likely to wrinkle. The easy-to-assemble organizer attaches to the wall with a bracket (you can use screws or double-sided tape) and there are 10 durable magnetic trays to hold folded shirts. Whenever you want a particular shirt, just lift the trays for easy access.
13This LED Closet Light With 2 Motion-Sensor Settings
Brighten up dark closets with this easy-to-install motion-sensing LED closet light. Featuring 78 bright, USB-rechargeable LEDs, the closet light has two motion-sensor settings — one will turn on anytime motion is detected and the other only turns on when motion is detected after dark. You can also set the closet light to always be on or off, and it's available silver or space gray.
14These Hanging Laundry Hampers That Keep Clothes Off The Floor
Save floor space and sort your clothes with these clever hanging mesh laundry hampers. The large laundry bags are made from durable polyester canvas with mesh panels, and they come with removable stainless steel hangers. When it's time to do laundry, the bags are easy to tote using the convenient carry handles.
15A Hanging Purse Organizer That Holds 8 Large Bags
Handbags and other small items stay tidy in the closet thanks to this affordable hanging purse organizer. With eight clear vinyl slots and a hanger that rotates 360 degrees, the durable purse organizer makes it easy to grab the bag you want while getting ready and keeps the dust off of them, too. "It's very sturdy and fits large bags," noted one reviewer.
16These Large Linen Storage Cubes With Removable Dividers
Keep all sorts of items organized and out of sight with these foldable linen storage cubes. Sold in multicolor four-packs, each durable storage cube has a removable center divider and dual-sided Velcro lid. The large storage cubes also have reinforced handles for extra portability.
17These Natural Air Purifying Bags That Remove Odors & Excess Moisture
Keep the closet smelling fresh and remove excess moisture with these popular air purifying charcoal bags. Each durable fabric bag is filled with natural bamboo charcoal, which is nontoxic and free of artificial chemicals and fragrances. The air purifying bags are easy to hang in the closet with the included stainless steel hook, and each bag works for up to two years — just place the bag in sunlight once a month to refresh it.
18This Plastic Tray Organizer That Hooks Onto Wire Shelves
Designed to work with almost any wire shelves (including ones in the kitchen), this closet tray organizer quickly adds under-shelf storage with no tools required. Made from BPA-free plastic with raised sides that hook onto wire shelves, the tray organizer has five clear compartments that are great for storing clutches and other small accessories.
19A Baseball Cap Organizer That Attaches To Any Hanger
Place this durable baseball cap organizer on any hanger for a convenient way to store your caps. The flannel base attaches with Velcro and is equipped with 10 stainless steel clips that hold caps without leaving marks or creases. “An awesome way to organize hats,” one reviewer wrote.
20An Easy-To-Assemble Rack That Holds 6 Pairs Of Boots
Storing boots can be tricky, and this easy-to-assemble boot rack offers a sleek solution that keeps your boots in tip-top shape. Featuring a sturdy steel frame, the heavy-duty shoe rack fits most types of boots and can hold at least six pairs — some reviewers have been able to fit a few extra pairs, too.
21These Thin Velvet Hangers That Save Space & Stop Clothes From Slipping
Prevent clothes from slipping off the hanger with these space-saving velvet hangers with notched shoulders. Sold in a set of 50, the black velvet anti-slip hangers are strong enough to hold 10 pounds each, and since they're ultra thin, you can tightly pack clothes in your closet. Plus, reviewers report the velvet doesn't shed or leave marks on clothes.
22This Dual-Sided Hanging Organizer With 42 Mesh Pockets
Get double the amount of storage space with this dual-sided hanging closet organizer. Made from durable Oxford fabric, the hanging organizer has 21 mesh pockets on each side which are great for storing socks, underwear, toiletries, and other small items. It's attached to a removable hanger with 360-degree rotation for easy access to both sides of the organizer.
23These Clothes Hanger Hooks That Double Your Closet Storage
These clever clothes hanger connector hooks let you hang twice as much on one hanger. The durable plastic hooks can be added to most standard hangers, creating a cascading storage system for additional clothes and accessories. "I’m able to easily double up the amount of clothes I can fit in my closet," raved one reviewer.
24This Belt Hanger Rack With 11 Sturdy Hooks
Keep belts, ties, scarves, and more tidy and snag-free with this durable belt hanger rack. Made from sturdy plastic with a nonslip rubber coating, the smooth rack has 11 hooks for storing accessories. The space-saving belt hanger has a hook that rotates 360 degrees for easy reach, too.
25These Clear Space-Saver Bags That Are Airtight & Waterproof
These travel space saver bags are great storage solutions for seasonal items like bulky sweaters and quilts. The eight-pack of bags — four large and four medium — have double-zip seals and offer a waterproof, airtight seal without needing a vacuum pump. It's an easy way to store and protect items, and since the bags are clear, you can quickly find and pull whatever you need out of the closet.
26These Compression Cubes That Hold Lots Of Clothes
You can store a lot of garments in this lightweight compression packing cube set, which includes a large, a medium, and a small cube. Made from durable nylon with mesh panels, these packing cubes are a great space-saving way to store clothes in your closet — and they're life-savers when you're traveling, too. Choose from 10 colors, including classic black and bright tangerine. There are bigger and smaller bundles, too.
27A Hanging Cubby Organizer With A Built-In Garment Rod
With four roomy cubbies and a built-in garment rod, this hanging closet organizer provides lots of storage without sacrificing any hanger space. The fabric hanging organizer is so easy to set up, too — just slide the included chrome rods into the top loops and hang the organizer on your closet rod. "It is made nicely and very easy to put together - took less than five minutes," noted one reviewer.
28This Laundry Basket That Collapses For Easy Storage
This collapsible laundry basket folds down flat for super easy storage in the closet. Made from BPA-free plastic with easy-to-grip handles, the space-saving laundry basket pops up whenever you need it. Choose from 17 colors including gray (pictured) and bright green.
29This Velvet Jewelry Tray That's Great For Organizing Earrings & Rings
Organize and protect your jewelry with this velvet jewelry tray, which has adjustable slots for a custom storage option. The clear glass lid allows you to see what's inside quickly, and there are two safety locks to keep items extra secure. One reviewer wrote: "This is a really good piece to organize the jewelry that I wear throughout the week on a regular basis."
30A Swivel Storage Rack That's Great For Towels & Pants
This sleek stainless steel swivel towel bar offers a flexible, space-saving storage solution for towels, pants, and other items. The durable towel rack has four arms that rotate 180 degrees, allowing you to move each bar from side to side and store things flush against the wall. Plus, the towel rack is easy to install and requires no assembly. Choose from a number of arms from two to six.
31These Drawer Organizer That Makes It Easy To Find Kitchen Tools
Keep your forks, knives, and spatulas all in one place with this drawer organizer. Made from bamboo, this organizer has 7-9 slots and is adjustable based on how you want your slots organized. Thee organizer also has non-slip grips on the bottom so it doesn’t slide around in your drawer.
32These Plastic Drawer Dividers That Make A Customizable Storage Grid
These plastic grid drawer dividers can be customized and cut down to your desired size, so they're a great way to tidy up lots of little things like underwear or accessories. The set includes 12 white plastic dividers, which you can assemble into a convenient storage grid.
33These Hanging Cubbies That Bring Your Items Up To Eye Level
With this stylish hanging closet organizer, your stuff stays neat and you have easy access to whatever you need. Made from a polyester-cotton blend with heavy board bottoms, the open-ended cubbies offer easy access, and a wardrobe rod lets you hang accessories below. Choose from brown and gray or ivory.
34This Nail Polish Organizer That Holds 48 Bottles
Get your nail polish collection neat and ready for your next manicure with this popular nail polish organizer. Made from transparent plastic, the sturdy nail polish case holds up to 48 bottles, and there are adjustable dividers on either side where you can store nail files and other accessories, too. There's also a convenient carry handle so you can quickly pull the case out of storage.
35A Stainless Steel Clothes Hanger With Space-Saving Collapsible Arm
This space-saving stainless steel clothes hanger collapses out of the way when it's not in use. The durable hanger is easy to install using the included hardware, and it has 10 hanger slots for storing clothing and accessories in one sleek location. Place it flat against the door when you're not using it.
36These Nontoxic Traps That Get Rid Of Pantry Moths
Protect your pantry with this set of nontoxic moth traps. Sold in a pack of six, the easy-to-use traps contain no insecticides — pesky moths are attracted to the glue trap with pheromones. "They worked very well, and my moth problem is now history," noted one reviewer. Many reviewers have also used them in their closets.
37A Wire Shelf Divider Set That Comes With A Hanging Basket
Create convenient storage compartments on your closet shelves with this wire shelf divider set. Featuring eight dividers with a triangle design that prevents spillover, the set is easy to install on any standard 12-inch wire shelf. Plus, the divider set comes with a hanging wire basket to tuck small items into.
38This Wall-Mounted Jewelry Organizer With A Shelf
This wall-mounted jewelry organizer offers a stylish way to store all your accessories. The easy-to-install jewelry organizer has a grid for hanging earrings, hooks for storing necklaces, and a removable rod where you can keep bracelets. Plus, there's a built-in shelf that's great for storing rings and other small items. Choose from five colors, including bright white and dark espresso.
39This Slim 3-Tier Storage Cart This Fits In Small Spaces
For storage in tight spaces, this slim slide-out storage tower is perfect. The lightweight plastic storage cart with wheels has three baskets, holds up to 30 pounds, and makes the most of otherwise hard-to-use space. The compact cart comes in black or white.
40These Velvet Clips That Are Great For Hanging Pants & Skirts
Designed to fit slim velvet hangers, these velvet accessories clips are great for hanging pants, skirts, and more. The durable velvet clips are available in black, ivory, or gray to match your existing hangers, and they can be used for any garment that needs extra help staying on the hanger.
41An Extendable Hook That Lets You Reach The Corners Of Your Closet
With this helpful aluminum hook, you can reach items stored at the top of the closet with ease. The extendable device has a comfy soft-grip handle and extends for extra reach with no step stool required. One reviewer noted: "Love that I can easily reach my upper clothes rack to take down or hang up clothes without having to climb on a step ladder."
42A Sliding Tie & Belt Holder That Attaches To Your Wire Shelf
This sturdy tie and belt holder attaches to a wire shelf and has 28 hooks for your accessories. Best of all, it's easy to slide out towards you to find just what you need. The durable coated steel tie and belt holder comes with the necessary installation hardware, and as one reviewer noted, "This was easy to install and made a huge difference in my closet."
43This Mini Dehumidifier That Gets Rid Of Mustiness For Up To 10 Years
Absorb humidity in the closet with this renewable mini dehumidifier that's filled with silica gel crystals that absorb moisture. The dehumidifier works for up to one month at a time with no power required, but an indicator on the front lets you know when the dehumidifier needs to be plugged in and refreshed. It's spill-proof and nontoxic, and you can use it for up to 10 years.
44These Space-Saving Vacuum Bags That Are Airtight & Waterproof
These space-saving vacuum bags work with your vacuum cleaner to create airtight, compressed clothing storage on a hanger. Great for storing seasonal items, the four-pack of vacuum space-saver bags includes two large and two medium bags. Each bag has a color-changing zipper to show you when it's sealed and ready to protect your clothing from dust, odors, moisture, and insects.
45This Hanging Mesh Organizer With 5 Tiers Of Storage
Though it's marketed for storing stuffed animals and other toys, there's plenty of space for whatever you need to store in this five-tier hanging organizer. Made from durable mesh, the tiered organizer attaches to your closet rod in seconds using the Velcro fastener. Choose from 10 colors and designs, including navy blue and bright fuchsia. Some even have animal faces on them for extra fun.
46A Freestanding Garment Organizer That Creates Closet Space Anywhere
This easy-to-assemble freestanding garment organizer creates closet space wherever you need it — even if you don't have a closet. Featuring a heavy-duty frame and a breathable, zippered cover, the garment organizer has a clear window so you can easily see what's inside. Choose from blue or white.
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