If we were to invade your closet right now, what would most likely greet us when we open those doors? A neat and organized pile of cashmere sweaters and turtle necks or a messy nest of jersey dresses and something you wore yesterday? If you answered the latter, then this closet intervention came at the right time. Check out our tips on how to maximize your closet space, pronto!

1. Minimize your collection.

Think of yourself as a designer preparing for a runway show. As much as you want to show everyone everything you have, you only have room for so many. The same principle applies to your wardrobe. You only have just enough space for a number of clothes, so choose pieces that you actually like and wear, and get rid of the rest. Once you’ve whittled your outfits down to an acceptable number, organizing the rest of your closet will be so much easier.

2. Fold what you can fold.

The best way to maximize your closet is to fold your clothes. Knitwear and casual items made from rough materials can be folded. Of course, don’t just fold them haphazardly; that will just make your closet look messier than ever. Do it right and do it fast, so you won’t lose the momentum.

3. Assign compartments.

If you have drawers, make use of them wisely. Reserve one drawer for your underwear, another for your light sweaters, another for your socks and so on and so forth. By specifically assigning your clothes to certain parts of the closet, you’ll have an easier time looking for something the next time you need anything from your wardrobe.

4. Arrange your clothes by color.

Another way you can organize your closet is to group your clothes according to color. For one, it’s a lot easier on the eyes, so you immediately feel like everything is where it should be. For another, it also helps you get an idea of how much white, yellow, or pink clothes you actually have. If your closet is full of blue gradients, for example, perhaps your next purchase should be something a little more vibrant.

5. Keep it simple.

Yes, that poster of Channing Tatum makes for a great morning, but your closet isn’t your locker room, and you’re no longer 13. Remove anything that shouldn’t be in it; move Channing somewhere else (like an actual inspiration board). Your closet, where you store what you wear every day, should be immaculate.

(Photo source: The Coveteur via Natalie Hughes on Pinterest)