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1. A set of Shoe Slotz designed so you can store your shoes on top of each other instead of side by side, meaning not only will your closet look so neat, but you'll also have room to store more shoes. Always a win in my world.
BuzzFeed Shopping Editor Sally Elshorafa says: "This product SAVED MY SHOES! I have an awkward set of built-in shelves in my closet, and it was the only place I wanted to put my shoes. As you can see from the before pic (above), it was a big mess; my shoes were piled on top of each other and getting really dirty. Traditional shoe caddies or boxes didn't really work because there's not much horizontal space, so I tried the Shoe Slotz. It fixed the problem perfectly! Because the design smartly stacks one shoe on top of the other, you save 50% of the space you'd normally use to store your shoes."
Get a 10-pack from Amazon for $32.95 (also available in a 20- or 40-pack).
2. A set of hook-shaped hangers to give you an easier way to hang hoodies and sweatshirts so they all don't end up on the floor or cause an avalanche when you pull your favorite one out from the bottom of the pile.
Venalli is an Overland Park, Kansas-based small business specializing in genius hooks!
Promising review: "I purchased these for the second time because they're great. No more stretched necks or shoulder spikes from putting hoodies on a regular hanger. I like them very much." —Jay Kelly
Get a set of five from Venalli on Etsy for $18.86+ (available in two colors and in a 10-pack).
3. A shirt-folding board that'll make your closet look like a department store — it'll be like shopping in your own closet EVERY. SINGLE. DAY. I mean, the before and after pictures prove that it stops your clothes from spilling all over the place.
Promising review: "I'm in love with this folder. I actually love folding clothes with this. The room you can make is crazy. I will never be without it. I don't have a lot of space, but I counted double the amount than I could fit before. It's amazing." —Kimberly Goff
Get it from Amazon for $26.99 (available in four colors).
4. Or an shirt folder *and* holder great for anyone who doesn't have anymore vertical storage but still wants a compact way to keep their T-shirt collection in order. You simply fold your shirt onto the thin board and stack each one on top — you'll be able to grab one in the middle without the rest of the stack tumbling down.
Promising review: "I received this product a few days ago have successfully transformed my closet, it is exactly what I needed. T-shirts, tank tops, sports bras, etc., all items that are flimsy on their own, stack up beautifully in this brilliantly designed product. They all look neat, I can see what I have and access what I want easily. I highly recommend it." —Amazon Customer
Get a 20-pack from Amazon for $49.99+ (also available in a 100-pack).
5. A baseball cap holder I'll go ~a-head~ and say now you'll be very thankful for as it frees up valuable space in your closet by removing your bulky hats and keeping them organized in an underutilized space.
6. Or a cap organizer if your closet door won't work for storing your hats. Reviewers confirm that this is super easy to use (though they recommend a wood hanger as it's stronger) and can also be used to hold scarves or other accessories.
Each cap organizer can hold up to 10 items.
Promising review: "These are the best things I have found to store my husband's hats. Especially without taking up a ton of space in the closet or on a door. I absolutely recommend a wood hanger. I had to use two double plastic hangers until I could get a wood hanger. Even the two plastic hangers sag and didn't seem sturdy. But these things are great. I used the other one to store scarves and tank tops. Gave me tons more space in my closet. Great prices, well made, and multiple uses! I will actually order more to help with closet space." —Shannon H.
Get it from Amazon for $6.79 (available in four colors and also sets of two).
7. Some shelf dividers providing you the chance to stack clothing and linens in the whole shelf without them toppling over, creating an even bigger mess. And when you want to grab that specific shirt at the bottom of the pile, you'll be super grateful to have these.
Promising review: "If you need to Marie Kondo your closet, this is really useful and it looks really nice. I got the gray ones. Bought two to see how they were. Perfect. Bought six more. Loving it!!! Really recommended this product, ready to install and very sturdy." —Nicolò R.
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $14.99 (available in two colors).
8. A closet rod for when you REALLY want to take your space up a notch and give yourself more space to hang your clothes. Just be careful because all this extra room might just inspire you to buy even more clothes. New summer dress anyone?
Promising review: "This is sturdy and lightweight. This closet rod doubled my available space in seconds. There is plenty of space on the top rod for longer shirts and tops and shorter ones fit perfectly on the lower rod, without touching the floor. Plus, hangers stay in place and don't slide to one end or the other based on how heavy items are, and so far the rod hasn't sagged or bowed at all. And I have all my sweatshirts and heavy fleece jackets on the bottom rod. The space will obviously depend on the height of the closet rod you hang this from, but I would highly recommend this for anyone with need of more closet space!!" —CCBunE
Get it from Amazon for $16.99.
9. Or a deluxe custom closet organizer system that'll overhaul your entire closet and make space for everything that ~sparks joy~. Marie Kondo would be so proud.
Promising review: "I couldn't be happier with this easy to install and customized closet system. It doubled the storage in my small closet, and if I feel like changing it up, it's so easy to move the shelves/bars around. Also, it has so many options for drawers, shoes, etc. I would highly recommend this to anyone. I needed more hanging space, and this was perfect for me." —MMT in TC
Get it from Amazon for $139.40+ (available in two sizes and two colors).
10. A tank top hanger designed to hold at least six camis, bathing suits, or strappy dresses, thus reducing the total number of hangers you have in your closet.
Promising review: "I bought two three-packs and eliminated over 20+ hangers from my closet!! I have a little closet and these definitely help. I haven't really had them long enough to know if it's a pain getting between the layers when they are hanging, but so far I like it. They are a little slippery, a little grippy on the hooks would have been nice, but overall they work well!" —AGirlHasNoName
Get a set of three from Amazon for $19.99.
11. A set of storage cubes to essentially double the size of your closet if you have a bunch of overhead space you're not taking advantage of. The sky's the limit! (Or really, the ceiling in this case.)
Promising review: "I put these in my closet to make extra shelves for sweaters/sweatshirts. They were easy to assemble and worked great at adding additional space to my closet. I like that my clothes don’t topple over into the pile next to them anymore. They were easy to put together, and if I move they will be easy to take apart put in a small box and move. I'm very happy with this purchase."—Goldensummerdog
Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in four colors).
12. A set of Wonder Hangers you'll wonder how you ever lived without. These babies take five hangers and condense them into one, making your closet feel and look neater.
Promising review: "These wonder hangers are WONDERful. My closet space has doubled, at least. I have ordered them for every closet in my home. I also recommended them to friends and family. I love them." —Nancy J
Get a pack of 10 from Amazon for $13.99+ (also available in three other pack sizes and three colors).
13. An ottoman designed so the top removes to reveal great storage space. Put your sweaters or off-season clothes into it so they're not taking up precious space in your closet. Plus, you can also use it as extra seating or a place to sit to put your shoes on before you leave the house.
Promising review: "I bought this to store sweaters in so I didn’t have to hang them up in the closet. It was easy to put together, and it’s sitting at the foot of my bed so it doubles as a bench as well. It holds a lot of sweaters and doesn’t get crazy heavy, but it is still sturdy enough to sit on and have my big fat cat use it as his own personal seat." —BJ
Get it from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in four colors and two sizes).
14. Some small Command wire hooks perfect for anyone who rents and wants a way to organize their accessories without damaging the wall, risking getting their security deposit back in the process. These hooks are easily removable and can be used in more than just the closet — talk about versatility.
Promising review: "I love these hooks. I have them in our closets (for hats, scarves, light jackets) and in our kitchen (for measuring cups and spoons). I love how easy they are to put up and take down. If you make a mistake and put it in the wrong spot, no problem! Just take it off and use one of the extra adhesives to put it on the right spot." —A. Tran
Get a set of 16 hooks from Amazon for $13.95 (available in five other styles and quantities).
15. A closet storage organizer with bins for anyone who really doesn't have room for a dresser but doesn't want to hang up every single t-shirt they own – you can store everything that works better folded in this.
Promising review: "This was very quick and easy to assemble. It has lots of space for my kids’ clothes that don’t hang, along with extra squares on top for socks, etc. I will be purchasing more for my own closet. It definitely saves space. And it's worth the money. It has three large rows with two baskets, and more can be added." —Gee
Get it from Amazon for $24.99.
16. Some nonslip velvet hangers designed to take up less space and hold clothes better, so half your wardrobe doesn't end up on the floor when you try and take one shirt out.
Promising review: "These hangers are amazing. They take up minimal space, are sturdy, and, best of all, the clothes don't fall down from them so it keeps everything looking neat. I have replaced all of the hangers in my closet with these hangers, and I couldn't be happier. I am pretty sure I now have double the amount of space. I love this product and would buy again." —Vida Maars
Get a pack of 50 from Amazon for $30.64+ (available in 11 colors and three pack sizes).
17. A set of space saver bags because storing your bulky winter clothes will ~suck~ less when you squeeze all the air out so they take up a wayyy smaller amount of space in your closet (or under your bed).
Promising review: "First of all, when you see 'jumbo' in the title, you better believe these things are JUMBO! These bags of limitless storage can hold just about anything fabric that you need squishing down into a manageable block. I've used these for blankets, clothes, and precious keepsakes and I feel secure in the knowledge that they are all well-protected. The plastic is thick but not stiff, so you know it's good quality." —Kimball Household
Get a six-pack of small bags from Amazon for $40.99 (also available in three other sizes and a variety pack).
18. Or a pack of hanging vacuum bags made for compacting your puffy winter coats while keeping them on the hanger. With these, you won't have to find a new space for your coats, you can keep them in your closet yet know they'll be taking up wayyyy less space during the summer months.
Promising review: "I LOVE THIS SO MUCH! Every time when I straighten my closet, I am very desperate, because I can’t save more space from my closet. There are too many bulky coats and out of seasonal clothes in my closet. I needed more space to storage my clothes. After searching for solutions and finally decided that these hanging bags were my best choice. After using them, they work exactly successful. What a supreme product! It is a huge help to us when I need to store my bulky winter clothes. When you use it, I don't need to spend my time folding my clothes to pack away, just hanging the clothes on the hanging ring, and seal the sealing line by the clip. It is very easy to use. Really good quality material. No broken or leaks. Now I only use two bags to store my 10 clothes. I have much more space to store my other clothes and my closet keep so well organized. Great product for the money!" —Aaron
Get a set of four from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in nine colors and variety packs).
19. A five-shelf hanging closet organizer for storing random things that take up more space on a hanger (such as sweaters or scarves or even nonhangable things, such as shoes).
Promising review: "This hanging shelf freed up a lot of space in my closet. It took an untamed mess of scarves, mittens, hats, and cleaned it up. The hangers are strong, metal, and unlikely to get bent out of shape from normal use. The build of the cloth shelves is sturdy enough for heavy sweaters or lighter toys, but I would refrain from storing things like shoes in this organizer." —Larson
Get it from Amazon for $13.97 (available in three sizes and nine colors).
20. Or a shelf organizer/extra hanging rod combo if you want space to store folded clothes without losing your precious hanging space. This brilliant system gives you four cubes for folded clothes *and* a rod under for pants and tops.
Promising review: "I’m basically obsessed with this thing already. I just got it today so I can’t speak to long term, but it’s amazing how much space this frees up. I have a 1940s house therefore 1940s tiny closets, and I need to get creative in my space organization. This thing was just what I needed to store sweaters on top and hang all other tops on bottom. You can’t see in the photo (above) but my closet has some space on both sides that’s just half filled now and used to be filled to the brim, barely able to move the hangers. This storage solution makes displaying the sweaters nicer than in drawers of my dresser or hanging. It honestly appears very sturdy and quality to me. The fabric is thick, the hooks and bar are both metal. All in all one of my favorite purchases from amazon." —BobbyL
Get it from Amazon for $26.99 (available in two colors).
21. A set of three foldable storage bags with large clear windows and handles, because you shouldn't even have to LOOK at your sweaters during May–August. But the clear window will be worth it when the first cold day comes, and you want to pull out your favorite sweater, without opening all the bags until you find the right one.
Promising review: "These pack nicely and stack well. You are able to see through the window as to what you have packed to easily to know where is an item that you may be looking for is. I am using them to store fall/winter clothes to give room for my spring/summer clothes. I have a lot of clothes!!!" —C. Smallwood
Get it from Amazon for $20.60 (available in four colors).
22. A four-tier hanger, because hanging your skirts vertically instead of folding them over a hanger saves a TON of space.
Promising review: "I had forgotten how wonderful these are and how much closet space they free up! These are very sturdy yet light. The clips are well coated preventing any damage to clothing. I highly recommend this product and seller!" —Jennifer Morton
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $13.53.
23. A 24-pocket sleeve you hang over the back of a door to give you endless closet organization potentials. Sure many people do use this for shoes, but you can really store anything you have a lot of, including leggings, accessories, and even plants (which means this genius sleeve extends well beyond the closet). Don't sleep on adding at least one of these to your home.
Promising review: "This organizer is so easy to use and works amazingly well. I set it up on my door in under five minutes and was able to place all types of shoes in the slots. I even placed sturdy work boots snugly in a slot. The hanger is easy to put on the door and does not restrict my bedroom door from closing. The whole thing seems to be made of durable plastic so I'm not worried about it ripping and tearing. Definitely recommend." —Christopher Majano
Get it from Amazon for $8.87 (available in five colors).
24. A six-slot over-the-door organizer, featuring clear pockets in the front so you don't accidentally forget where you put your favorite tank top and end up buying another one — something you for sure don't need to do.
Promising review: "I am so happy I found this little gem of a product. I got one for myself and one for a friend who I was helping get organized. The little pockets are great and hold more than you think they will. I love that the front of the pockets is a clear view so you can see everything that is in the pocket. The product is very sturdy and really super easy to put together and hang up on the doors." —MM1986
Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in six colors and four sizes).
25. A wire basket ideal for placing under the shelves in your closet to add more space for folded clothing and accessories. Reviewers also use this handy basket in the pantry and beyond, making it a great investment if your closet situations (all around the house) are smaller than small.
26. An S-shaped hanger you can fit five pairs of pants on, because your love for jeans shouldn't be ruined by the amount of space in your closet. Each hanger holds multiple pairs, leaving you with space for the rest of the tops that go with said jeans.
Promising review: "I LOVE jeans, and I was just running out of space. I ordered these and organized the jeans I was keeping, and put them in a certain order. I'm glad I ordered these, definitely can keep them organized, and there's more space for other things." —Anna
Get a set of three from Amazon for $16.05 (available in two colors).
27. A Roll Keeper organizer perfect for anyone whose T-shirt (or leggings) collection keeps growing all the time even though you tell yourself you're going to stop. This handy device holds 16 (or more) rolls in a compact way that won't take up precious room in your closet.
The Roll Keeper is a woman-owned small business from Kelso, Washington! And if you need help learning how to load and unload the Roll Keeper, you can watch this handy video.
BuzzFeed Writer Mal Mower says: "Before getting this I was driving myself up the wall with my bad folding habits. I basically shoved all my shirts into the storage drawers under my bed, because I have a teeny-tiny closet in a small apartment (the picture above gives you a solid idea of how small it is). This has given me a massive amount of clothing storage I didn't have before. The quality is stellar and Traci is 10/10 the most thoughtful person I've purchased an Etsy product from!"
Get it from The Roll Keeper on Etsy for $17.99 or Amazon for $23.99 (available in two elastic colors).
28. An over-the-door hook rack with the power to hold up to 45 lbs, making it a great place to store bulky coats and jackets that would otherwise take up SO much space in your closet now that you don't need to wear them every day.
Promising review: "This hanger saves my doors! no more stickers and glue to my door, and they are made of aluminum. It's a nice finish and the material is strong to hold heavy or dual jackets. I like it, it's even better than Walmart stuff." —Catherine
Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in four sizes and seven colors).
29. A shoe cabinet made to hold more than 30 pairs of shoes and keep them all looking neat and not cluttering up the bottom of your closet.
Promising review: "This is a great piece of furniture. I have an efficiency apartment, and I can put in over 35 pairs of shoes if some of them are flats. It is deluxe shoe storage! The five shelves that are open can display or store something else and then you have hidden shoe storage." —Marissa
Get it from Wayfair for $215.99 (originally $308)
30. Or an elegant shoe storage ottoman with a secret — it's got places to store your shoes so they're out of sight but not out of mind! AND it functions as a comfy seat.
Promising review: "I can’t believe this was so inexpensive! It perfectly matches my couch and looks more expensive than it was. I like the shoe organizer inside. I put my off-season shoes in there and my Xbox controller and headset and remotes in there, and it freed up some closet space." —Tara
Get it from Amazon for $82+ (available in nine colors).
31. *OR* a vertical shoe tower if you take your shoes off as soon as you get inside and hate then picking them up to store in your closet. You can put this right next to your front door so you have a place to put most of your shoe collection.
Promising review: "This is perfect for what we are looking for. It had to fit in a smaller space and served to stop a puddle of shoes from forming at the doorstep. I am glad that we have smaller feet/shoes though as the spaces are a bit narrow. There are only two larger spaces that would work for high-top shoes or heeled boots. All the other spaces fit flats or low sneakers well." —Sara C.
Get it from Amazon for $54.99+ (available in three colors and two sizes).
32. An upholstered platform bed for when you're finally ready to accept that you don't have anymore room in your closet. Does this mean you need to get rid of things? Absolutely not! This bed conveniently lifts up, revealing a huge storage area for all your things.
Promising review: "This is a great storage bed. It has lots of room under the mattress to store stuff. I haven’t slept on it yet but putting it together wasn’t too bad and the design seems great. I’ll update if anything changes but as of right now, I’m happy! Edit: I’ve been sleeping on it for a few weeks and love it!" —Jenn
Get it from Amazon for $484.99+ (available in twin, full, queen, and in four colors).
33. Or just some under-bed storage containers if you're not ready to replace your whole bed frame but want to utilize the space under your bed. These are great for things such as swimsuits or extra winter layers that you only use at specific times of the year.
Promising review: "My bed frame has a pretty low clearance (less than 6 inches). This fits under it easily since the material is soft. I used it to store all my sheets and blankets to open more space in the closet. I like that the tops are clear so you can see what's inside without having to dig through it." —Kyra
Get it from Amazon for $13.97+ (available in 10 colors and pack sizes).
34. An over-the-door hanging purse organizer, a must-have for anyone with a growing handbag collection because not only does it remove all your purses from your closet, but it's made to rotate 360 degrees so you can always find the exact bag you're looking for.
Promising review: "This has been a lifesaver for me! My purses are no longer all over the floor in my closet. They all fit nicely on here. I love this so much. The packaging was nice and everything came in perfect condition. I have about 10 purses on it right now and it's really nice and strong. It fits on my door perfectly but you do have to push on the door a bit in order for it to fully close and open. However, that is not a problem for me at all. It's very easy for me to see all my purses now and my closet is no longer a mess. From other reviews I've seen, I know this can definitely hold a lot of weight and way more bags then I have on it. I love the way it looks!" —Jennifer
Get it from Amazon for $29.95 (available in two colors).
35. Or a 10-pocket hanging purse organizer that hangs in your closet and gives you a place to put your bags while ensuring you see them, so you don't forget about that one that will look just perfect with the cute outfit you're wearing.
Promising review: "I'm surprisingly satisfied with this organizer! This one is absolutely perfect for my purses. I love the little side 'pouches.' It's super easy to set up, holds up well with added weight, and has lots of different sized compartments. Love love love." —Nicki cook
Get it from Amazon for $18.95.
36. A wall-mounted hanger rack if you want a place to display (and store) your favorite pieces of clothes because some truly great pieces don't deserve to be shoved into a dark closet. Plus, you can use the top shelf to display art and add more decor to your home.
JT Industrial Designs is a Texas-based small business specializing in handmade and custom industrial-style home furnishings!
Promising review: "I love it. It's all I imagined and more! They were so kind to accommodate my request to do a custom gold bar. This saved us a whole lot of space. I will be ordering more." —Marlena Phan
Get it from JT Industrial Designs on Etsy for $79.20+ (available in 14 lengths and 11 stain colors).
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