While we may have feared monsters in the closet when we were young, there is now a bigger threat hiding in the shadows: clutter. While this section is all about trends, we're also here to tell you about something that never goes out of style. Organization is always in. The bell-bottoms hanging in the corner that have gone out style – then back in and out again – may fade, but the orderly way in which you store them is timeless. That said, the fall season presents us with some closet features that soothe our forever standardizing souls. Get ready for some fall cleaning and maybe a project or two.
Do As The Retailers Do
Have you ever walked into a store and thought, “I wish my closet looked like this?” Sure, you may have been referring to the variety and sheer quantity of clothing items, but even if you had that, your closet probably wouldn't have the same aesthetic. So take a page out of your favorite boutique and install some slatwall. With carved-out grooves to slide hooks and fixtures into, slatwall is the perfect answer to that wad of belts you've been hiding in a box. This is also the perfect solution for necklaces, scarves and even purses. You can also purchase slatwall baskets, shelves and hat displays, so this wall could become home to more than accessories. Rods can be affixed to transform it into a coat rack if you so choose. If you've seen it in a store, odds are, you can copy it to get the most out of your closet.
Light Up Your Livery
You know what really keeps a room clean? Lights. It's simple: If you can't see the mess, you're probably not going to pick it up. By adding track lighting to shelves, you're not only illuminating prized accessories but also forcing yourself to keep them tidy. This isn't limited to shoe and purse shelves, either. With track lighting above each cubby and shelf, your wardrobe will get some time in the spotlight before you even don it in public. With that many lights in one small space, you may have a hard time wrapping your head around light switches and wiring. Never fear, wireless motion-detector LED light strips exist. That's right, when you step into your walk-in, your clothes will light up to greet you. Gone are the days of pawing through a dimly lit closet, hoping the shirt you selected is black, not navy. Technology has made it fairly simple to step up your closet game, so let your shelves shine.