End of September is the perfect moment to give your wardrobe a reset. Summer clothes are starting to take up space, while coats, chunky jumpers, and boots need to come back within arm’s reach.
With a few simple tricks, you can keep your favorite outfits fresh, organized, and ready for next year.
Start with what you actually wore
Before packing anything away, take a quick look at what you wore this summer. That linen shirt you reached for every week? Definitely a keeper. The shorts that stayed at the back of the drawer all season? They might not need to take up space for another year.
This is all about knowing what deserves a spot in your home and what can be stored away until the warmer days return.
Wash everything before you store it
Even clothes that look clean can hold traces of sun cream, perfume, sweat, or food. Over time, these can turn into stubborn stains or attract unwanted smells.
A quick spin in the washing machine makes a big difference. Just make sure everything dries completely. Damp clothes and closed boxes are definitely not a good match.
Fold summer clothes the right way
Light summer clothes are easy to store, but they still need a little love. T-shirts, shorts, swimwear, and light dresses can be folded neatly and placed in storage boxes or breathable fabric bags. Try to avoid cramming boxes to the brim. Clothes packed too tightly will crease badly and lose their shape.
Give delicate items extra care
Some summer pieces need a bit more attention. Think silk tops, linen dresses, wedding guest outfits, or anything with embroidery, beads, or fine straps. These items are best stored flat or loosely folded with tissue paper between the layers.
Hangers can stretch delicate fabrics if they’re left hanging for months, so it’s worth checking the care label before putting them to bed.
Keep shoes and accessories together
Summer shoes, sun hats, beach bags, and sunglasses love to scatter around the house. Keeping them together now will make next spring so much easier! Clean and dry your shoes before storing them, and stuff your hats with soft paper to help them keep their shape.
Label now, thank yourself later
It is easy to think you will remember what is in every box. A few months later, every box looks the same. A simple label like “summer clothes”, “beachwear” or “holiday shoes” saves time and avoids unnecessary unpacking.
Make your wardrobe work for autumn
Once your summer favorites are packed away, your cozy autumn and winter clothes finally get the space they need to shine.
Don’t forget that self-storage at Shurgard can help when you want to keep seasonal clothes, shoes, and accessories safe, without letting them take over spare rooms or the space under your bed.
What is the one summer item you always struggle to store properly?
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