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04/19/2017 · 7 Comments

Making the Most of a Shared Master Closet

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Today we’ll be chatting about shared closet spaces – specifically, the master closet. As much as I hated giving up any of the space, I now successfully share the small walk-in master closet with my hubby.

Since we don’t have a lot of room in our closet, I’ve had to revamp the way I do things to create more storage on a budget. Here are a few tips and tricks to help you maximize your own shared bedroom closet.

3 Storage Tips for a Shared Master Closet

1. If you haven’t worn it in a year, get rid of it
This step is important before you try to organize any space. If you haven’t used it in a year, it doesn’t fit, or you know it’s something that you’re just not going to wear…get rid of it!

Donate items to your local Goodwill or try selling to a consignment shop.  Let someone have it that will actually utilize it. This will free up space in your closet and make room for the items you love and actually use.

2. Make sure your storage is functional for both of your needs
I love storage items that are both pretty and functional. For example, I use to house all my shoes in clear shoe boxes. This worked well at our old house, which had a bigger closet. At this house, we just didn’t have the room. I had to devise a new plan.

I purchased storage cubes from Target that are perfect for shoes. They look great and add storage to previously wasted space under our hanging clothes, with no construction required!

Use storage cubes to add shoe storage in a shared master closet. It's the perfect way to add closet storage for renters or if you don't have the tools or budget for built-in shoe shelves.

Some people have a closet full of the same matching hangers, but that didn’t work for us.

My husband has a lot of suits, so wooden hangers work great for him. However, they aren’t the best choice for my side because they don’t work with my growing stash of bulky skirts. When you’re planning out your storage, make sure you’re making the best decision for each person’s items.

Wooden hangers are perfect for suits, but they aren't the best solution for all your clothes when space is at a premium in your closet.

3. Utilize every inch of space you have
As you can see we don’t have a lot of hanging space, but I’ve got quite a few pieces of clothing! To make the most of the space we do have, I purchased space saving, huggable hangers. I use the space saving hangers on my husband’s everyday and dress shirts. I use them for myself for pretty much all my clothing, except for my skirts.I also color code them. My husband has black hangers and I have pink. I’d hate for him to steal my hangers!

The hubby also has a lot of neck ties. I bought a couple of tie racks to house all his ties in one spot.I also bought my favorite wicker baskets from Target and used them to hide socks, toiletries, etc neatly on the top self.If you've got a small master closet, you need these quick tips. They're perfect for keeping the peace in a shared closet.

Creating a shared master closet doesn’t have to be difficult or expensive. All you need is a little creativity and a plan!

If you've got a small master closet, you need these quick tips. They're perfect for keeping the peace in a shared space.

What are some ways you maximize closet space that you share with someone?
If you've got a small master closet, you need these quick tips. They're perfect for keeping the peace in a shared closet.

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Melissa George

In 2013, Melissa founded Polished Habitat to share her passion for intersecting style and function to make everyday life more beautiful and less stressful. She does this by sharing easy home organization tips, home decor tutorials, and creative ideas to help readers think outside the box, no matter their budget. Her work has been featured in print in Better Homes & Gardens and Room to Create Magazine, and online by HGTV, House Beautiful, Buzzfeed, & more. In 2018 & 2019, Melissa was named as a Style Maker by Better Homes & Gardens. In 2019, Polished Habitat was shortlisted for the Amara Blog Awards Best Interior Styling Blog - International. Read more...

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  1. Amanda K says

    04/19/2017 at 11:16 am

    I’d love to know where the tie hanger came from! My husband has one but he’s got too many to fit and you can’t see them all. This seems like a better option! Thank you.

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    • Melissa George says

      04/20/2017 at 3:51 pm

      Hi Amanda, It wasn’t letting Nicole response (darn technology), but she said those nice tie hangers actually came from WalMart and were about $5. What a deal!

      Reply
  2. Debbie says

    04/19/2017 at 6:58 pm

    Nice job on the post. I like that you kept it simple and to the point all while giving good, practical tips. Those are ideas I can use. I really like how neat the Target shoe storage looks.

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  3. SR168 says

    04/20/2017 at 5:33 am

    I’m actually very impressed with the paring down that you’ve done – I don’t consider that I have a particularly expansive wardrobe (especially when compared to some other blogger posts that I’ve seen!), but my husband and I most definitely would not be able to fit all our things into the space that you share (yet another cull to be braced for?!). The only thing that I don’t agree with is that you have put your wellingtons on the top shelf above some hanging clothing – for cleanliness and hygiene purposes, I think that footwear should only ever be on a lower level or on a separate wall (much like how it makes me feel uncomfortable when you see someone packing shoes in with clothes in a suitcase without shoebags!).

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  4. Cindy says

    04/20/2017 at 9:22 am

    Beautiful closet and I love the idea of the cubicles for your shoes!

    Where did you get the hangers for your skirts?

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  5. Lisa says

    04/21/2017 at 10:14 am

    These are great tips! Those tie hangers could be great for necklaces too 😉 I will definitely have to use some of these on my upcoming closet overhaul 🙂 Thanks for sharing!

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    • Melissa George says

      04/21/2017 at 10:23 am

      Great idea for the necklaces!!!

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In 2013, Melissa started Polished Habitat to share her skill of mixing decor & organization to add style & function to everyday life at home.

Her work has been featured in print in Better Homes & Gardens and Room to Create Magazine, and online by HGTV, House Beautiful, Buzzfeed, & more.

In 2018 &  2019, Melissa was named as a Style Maker by Better Homes & Gardens. In 2019, she was also short-listed by the Amara Blog Awards for Interior Styling, International Division.

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