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    34 Things You *Shouldn't* Buy If You Want To Keep Living In Disorganized Chaos

    If you love clutter, move along. But if you don't...

    1. A set of shelf dividers if you've got piles of jeans, towels, and leggings that always start organized but eventually just become one messy super pile.

    a reviewer photo of a closet full of linens and organized with the dividers
    a reviewer photo of a shelf with the dividers installed

    Promising review: "I love these! I just have a shelf on top of my closet. I keep my leggings there. These dividers separate the leggings and make everything so much more organized. I’m buying more to do my linen closet! You need these!" —Lynn Blue

    Get a pair from Amazon for $12.99.

    2. A floating hidden bookshelf that'll take the load off your crowded bookshelf and turn your ever-growing novel collection into eye-catching wall decor. Same amount of stuff with a less cluttered feel.

    Also, the weight capacity on these is NO JOKE. Even the smaller ones hold up to 15 pounds, to the point where reviewers were balancing textbooks on them.

    Promising review: "If you are running out of space for your books, get these bad boys right away. They are incredibly strong, can hold several heavy books, and give your bedroom an incredible look." —Amazon Customer

    Get it from Amazon for $14+ (available in two sizes, two colors, and as a set of three).

    3. A pack of vacuum storage bags so you can turn that huge pile of extra linens and wear-once-a-year sweaters into a much tinier pile that'll give you back SO much extra storage space. Just fill up a bag, suck out the air, and watch the pile shrink down to a fraction of its original size!

    Reviewer's before picture of messy closet filled with blankets and towels
    Reviewer's now clean-looking closet

    Each pack includes a travel hand pump to pull the air out, but you can also use your vacuum!

    Read BuzzFeed editor Maitland Quitmeyer's praise for these space savers:

    "The plastic is thick, the bags rarely re-inflate, and I feel confident that everything is safe and secure when stored inside. When you take things out, just give anything a quick steam if super wrinkled and it's ready to wear! Take it from this Virgo, my closet game is forever changed!!! Seasonal closet transitions = a breeze with these."

    Need more convincing? Check out Maitland's full Spacesaver vacuum storage bags review!

    Get a six-pack from Amazon for $26.99+ (available in four sizes and in a variety pack).

    4. A set of grocery organizers for taking your fridge situation from overwhelming to organized in a flash. No more tumbling condiment bottles with these around.

    The set of six includes five drawers with built-in handles and an egg holding tray with 14 slots.  

    Promising review: "My refrigerator and shelves are organized for the first time ever! I can just pull out a container and get what I need instead of having to move things all around to reach something in the back of a shelf." —..

    Get a set of six from Amazon for $19.54+ (also available in a 12-pack).

    5. A slim modern shoe rack to take care of the growing shoe monster lurking in your entryway, even if you've got next to no floor space left.  

    A seven tier simple white standing shoe rack
    Amazon

    Promising review: "I am in love with this shoe rack! It went above my expectation in terms of how many shoes it would store. It’s sleek too so it fit perfectly where I wanted it in my bedroom." —Tracy C.

    Get it from Amazon for $59.99+ (available in two sizes and in black).

    6. An outlet shelf because your itty-bitty bathroom counter doesn't have space for even one more toothbrush. It's also great for managing cords and charging your phone when the table and the nearest outlet are lightyears away from each other.

    Promising review: "I have been looking for a small shelf for my bathroom to put my mini speaker on, and this is the BEST! The size is perfect; I love it." —KMAC

    Get it from Amazon for $13.87 (available in four colors and in multipacks).

    7. An ultra-thin socket cover with an attached six-plug power strip if you're tired of bulky plugs and tangled cords preventing you from actually pushing your furniture up against the wall.

    a reviewer photo of several cords plugged into an outlet
    a reviewer photo of the same outlet with the sleek outlet plugged in and the area appearing less cluttered

    Promising review: "This product is awesome! We bought one in the office to stop a nearby chair from continuously hitting the outlet plugs. It solved the problem right away. So we ordered three more to use anywhere there is bulk on the wall. It saves space, makes arranging furniture and desks easy, and it's clean looking. Someone is a genius. Thanks so much!" —Jay

    Get it from Amazon for $23.95+ (available in three lengths).

    8. And some nonslip velvet hangers that'll transform your closet full of chunky, mismatched plastic hangers into an organized oasis where the hangers are slim, matching, and fit together SO much nicer.

    Reviewer's before picture of picture of cluttered-looking closet
    Reviewer's after picture with now double the free closet space

    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 it again." —Vida Maars

    Get a 50-pack from Amazon for $27.29 (available in five colors).

    9. A set of two adhesive shower shelves so you can replace your college caddy with a renter-friendly solution with enough space to handle every body wash, hair mask, and bubble bath in your arsenal. 

    Promising review: "I saw these shelves on TikTok and really wanted to try them out, as I have no shelves in my shower. The adhesion is impressive — they’ve stayed sticking for the past two weeks with no sign of letting up, and are holding about four bottles of products on each of the two racks I have hanging. I thought for sure they would fall after showering or something, but they have stayed strong and held up. I’m so impressed! I’m sure I will purchase more in the future. Super duper easy to install, they look beautiful and modern, and give my bathroom a totally different vibe. It’s so nice to have a product like this available!! Thank you!" —Sara B

    Get it from Amazon for $34.59 (available in two colors). 

    10. Or a quick-dry shower curtain (or liner) with nine mesh pockets for all your lotions, potions, and loofahs if you've had one too many shampoo bottles attack you mid-shower.

    Promising review: "We are apartment living, so no one in the household could take a shower without crash/boom as you're knocking something down sitting on a shelf or the bathtub rim. This is a game changer. There are so many pockets with so much room in each I actually have space left over. My husband's back scrubber, my shampoo and hair care, my daughter's bubble baths, bath floofies, all fit with room to spare. And the pockets are all a nice height so I'm not crouching to find anything. The curtain is clear so I didn't have to change the 'pretty' one for decorative purposes. I am super pleased." —goodnite.graci

    Get it from Amazon for $19.80.

    11. A toothbrush station to clear counter clutter and prevent goopy messes with a wall-mounted unit that stores and dispenses the perfect amount of toothpaste on your brushes every time. It's much more sanitary than leaving out uncovered brushes *AND* it conveniently holds four rinse cups.

    It holds five toothbrushes and the two toothpaste dispensers use vacuum tech to get every last drop out of the tube. 

    Promising review: "You need one! I love this! So easy to install and holds nice and tight to the wall. The toothbrushes sit nicely in the holder and are easy for my kids to grab. The two gargle cups are nice but we added little Dixie cups to ours instead. The toothpaste function works really well and isn’t messy for our kids. I highly recommend this!" —Sarah C. 

    Get it from Amazon for $22.49+ (available in three colors). 

    12. Or a multifunctional toothbrush organizing caddy because carefully scooting past precariously placed toothbrushes on your way to the hand soap is getting old. 

    Promising review: "Two adults and two kids in our family. I like the size. There is a space for all our toothbrushes, and it keeps them from touching each other. My kids use a different toothpaste than ours and there is space for both of them as well. The color is nice goes with my bathroom decor." —Sully

    Get it from Amazon for $9.97 (available in two styles and in two finishes).  

    13. An appliance cord organizer if you're not only losing counter space to your mixer, but its power cable, too. This sticks on with an included Command strip and keeps unruly cords contained. 

    on the left, a stand mixer with the cord organizer attached and the cord hung loose and, on the right, the cord wrapped neatly around the attached cord organizer
    3D Home Solution / Etsy

    3D Home Solution is a Frisco, Texas-based Etsy shop creating genius, 3D-printed organizing solutions to keep your home neat and organized.  

    Promising review: "Love love love the cord organizer! It’s plenty big for my bulkier, stiffer cords and has a lovely clip in the center to keep the cord on the hook. I’ll be buying these for every wayward cord in my house." —aisforallie

    Get it from 3D Home Solution on Etsy for $8 (available in three colors). 

    14. A food container lid organizer with five adjustable dividers that'll house all your square and round lids in one spot so no one ever again has to ask "Where's the lid for this?"

    Promising review: "This is a great caddy for all of those maverick Tupperware lids that disappear like socks in a laundry room. I was able to fit quite a few into it. It comes with five separators to cordon off different sizes/shapes of lids (see photos) and consolidate two of three previous lids bins into this one. Plus, according to their card insert, the company is a small, women-owned business, which I’m always happy to support." —Bridget D.

    Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in five sizes/styles).

    15. A cabinet door organizer so the pile of cutting boards permanently hanging out on your countertops will finally have a home where they're organized, on hand and, most importantly, out of sight.

    Reviewer with plastic wrap, tinfoil, and similar boxes inside organizer
    Different reviewer using organizer for five cutting boards

    Promising review: "This organizer is so useful! I recently moved and ended up with a much smaller kitchen, so I've been doing everything I can to make sure there's a place for everything and no wasted space. Luckily, I have pretty wide cabinets, so this works out perfectly. I have one holding my cutting boards (four standard plastic boards) and another holding my foil, cling wrap, and parchment paper boxes. The organizer is super easy to assemble and it's completely versatile. Hang it over the cabinet door or attach it to the wall/cabinet door, which means it's great for renters and owners." —Kerry

    Get it from Amazon for $16.47 (also available in a two-pack).

    16. A wall-mounted organizing rack for managing piles of hard-to-store tools (looking at you, brooms and mops) with five slots and six hooks that can support a whopping 35 pounds.

    All the instructions and mounting hardware to install are included! 

    Promising review: "Repeat customer! I purchased one to organize the garden tools (rake, hoe, cultivator, shovel, etc.) in our garage, and by alternating the tops of the tools up/down was able to fit them neatly in the holder. I liked it so much that I'm going to install another next to it for the other items. The hooks are a nice feature to hold our gloves and a simple plastic bag to hold things when needed. The installation kit was very helpful and was able to install without using a drill." —Rob C

    Get it from Amazon for $14.97+ (available in four colors). 

    17. A pair of under-bed organizers to put that space to good use instead of letting it continue to be a black hole where shoes and clothes go to be forgotten. With these, your goodies won't just be organized, but readily accessible.

    a reviewer photo of a bunch of shoes in a crumpled under-bed organizer labeled
    a reviewer photo of the shoes reorganized in the new under-bed storage drawers labeled

    These rock. I bought a pair for under my very-low-to-the-ground guest bed and they managed to fit perfectly. They're way sturdier than other similar organizers I've used and the Velcro divider system is AMAZING. You can customize the size of each compartment which is not only great for packing the max number of shoes, but also allows you to store other things like extra linens if you leave out some of the dividers. Highly recommend! 

    Get a pair from Amazon for $37.99+ (available in two colors).

    18. A covered battery organizer and tester because you long ago lost track of which batteries in your junk drawer are alive or dead. This handy organizer holds 93 batteries so you always have a clear idea of what you've got in stock.

    This batteries organizer holds 93 total batteries, including 45 AA, 25 AAA, four 9-volt, eight C, six D, and five flat. 

    Promising review: "I bought this as a gift for my wife. She is in love with it. It Decluttered our junk drawer and made order in our home. It comes with a tester which is great because we were able to eliminate the bad batteries which we got rid of from the good batteries which are now resting securely and neatly in the Organizer. Would I recommend this to a friend? Absolutely. We already did!" —Amazon Customer 

    Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in six colors). 

    19. A set of hoodie hangers if you love everything about a cozy sweatshirt except how much of a pain they are to store. Free up drawer and shelf space with these clever hooks, and always have quick and easy access to your go-to styles.

    a potted cactus and several orange hoodie hangers
    several hoodies on the hangers in a closet
    Venalli / Etsy

    Venalli is an Overland Park, Kansas-based Etsy shop with a tight assortment of clever tools to solve your random problems.

    Promising review: "These hooks are awesome! Great product to organize hoodies and love that they actually stay on the hook without sliding off. The seller was quick to respond to a question I had and I received the hooks just a few days after placing the order." —fpardo8229

    A five-pack from Venalli on Etsy for $24.99 (available in five colors). 

    20. An adjustable bakeware rack that can be used for a lot more than cupcake tins and baking sheets. Cutting boards, collapsible colanders, lids, and even casserole dishes can all live together in organized harmony.

    a reviewer photo of a cabinet filled with piles of baking sheets and tins and text reading
    a reviewer photo of the same cabinet organized with the rack and text reading

    Promising review: "By the picture, I was expecting a lightweight plastic base with flimsy metal uprights that would hold a lightweight pan or cutting board. BOY WAS I WRONG!!!! This is a very heavy-duty base with a good grip on the bottom. The uprights are heavy coated wire to prevent scratching of the items it is holding. I am SO PLEASED with the quality of this rack that I will be ordering a couple more to use for my skillets. Buy with confidence as these are really a quality product." —labbie1

    Get it from Amazon for $19.99.

    21. A drawer divider set so you can skip the part of the morning where you make yourself late digging for that perfect pair of socks.

    This set includes four bins: a six-cell (for scarves and ties), an eight-cell (for underwear, briefs, and ties), a seven-cell (for bras), and a 24-cell (for socks).

    Promising review: "No matter how neatly I fold my bras and underwear, they always seem to become a big jumble in the drawer. These organizers are perfect for keeping everything in place, and you won't forget about those items you own that end up buried at the back." —M. Hanson

    Get a four-piece set from Amazon for $15.97 (available in seven colors).

    22. A minimalist flip-down hanger for a sleek storage solution that cleverly doubles as modern art when not in use.

    Promising review: "These hooks are functional and fun. There are five hooks for hanging your items. It's plastic, not wood — the description states this. It's easy to install and came with a paper ruler to use as a guide when installing. I have rain coats, umbrellas, sweaters, and dog leashes hanging on it and it's holding well." —M String

    Get it from Amazon for $23.97+ (available in four colors).

    23. A large capacity rotating makeup organizer to turn that sprawling mess of lip balms and makeup brushes into a space-saving display fit for any department store. 

    Reviewer spinning the clear acrylic organizer full of products
    Reviewer image of it full of products

    Promising review: "Just another thing TikTok made me buy! The quality of the plastic is really great and I love that you can move the shelves as you see fit." —Reagan

    Get it from Amazon for $34.99

    24. A four-tier slim storage rack because every nook and cranny (even that awkward space between the fridge and the wall) has the potential to become extra storage. Fill it with spices, detergent, or whatever needs a home in your home.

    a reviewer photo of the storage rack tucked between a wall and a washing machine
    a reviewer photo of the cart pulled out and filled with laundry supplies

    Promising review: "Perfect for small spaces! I lack much storage space in my kitchen. This shelf is perfect because it’s so compact but has a good amount of extra storage space. It was very easy to assemble, well made, and perfect for spices and cans of food! I think I might purchase another one for my bathroom toiletries and things like that. Very happy with this purchase!" —Leenatybe

    Get it from Amazon for $25.49 (available in three colors).

    25. A sturdy hanging closet organizer if you're short on drawer space or just need a convenient spot for all those hard-to-store hats, belts, and scarves. 

    Promising review: "If you are looking for an alternative to a dresser/closet organizer system due to limited space or limited budget, this is a great product. It is easy to assemble. The drawers slide in and out easily. Has a good amount of storage space. It is secure with the velcro that holds to the closet rod, even with clothing's weight. It is also a great value for the price. I highly recommend this closet organizer." —Kindle Customer 

    Get it from Amazon for $35.99

    26. A genius T-shirt roll holder that holds up to 16 shirts and makes picking out what to wear a lot easier than digging through the depths of your likely too-full drawers.

    a reviewer photo of a closed closet with several shirts hanging from a hook at the top of the door. The shirts are attached by rolling them up and putting them through stretchy loops.
    Mallory Mower / BuzzFeed

    The Roll Keeper is a Kelso, Washington-based small biz owned by Traci. Traci has been crafting for over 40 years and created her roll storage design to help organize vinyl, soon realizing that it was the perfect organizational solution for much more. Her shop has versions for bottles, wrapping paper, pens, and more.

    This handy organizer solved BuzzFeed writer Mallory Mower's folding woes:

    "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 (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 a product from!"

    Get it from The Roll Keeper on Amazon Handmade for $12.59+ (available in three sizes and in three colors).

    27. A pair of backseat organizers with a clear tablet holder and tons of mesh pockets so all your car clutter has a place to go that the isn't the floor. 

    the organizers installed in a car and filled with snacks, toys, and more
    Amazon

    Promising review: "I have tons of toys, crafts, sipping cups, snacks, etc. cluttering the seats and the floor. Not any more! This product was installed in seconds and the kids love that all their things are organized and easily found. The material will withstand the kids grabbing and shoving things in and out of the pockets." —McCall Lancaster

    Get a pair from Amazon for $22.99

    28. A set of stackable fabric storage boxes with a clear window for easy access to that "ugly" Christmas sweater you wear once a year. The annual tearing apart of your closet to find it is a tradition worth letting go of. 

    a reviewer photo of four of the boxes stacked on a closet shelf
    a reviewer photo of the the six boxes stack one on top of the other on the floor

    Promising review: "I purchased some other put together storage boxes before these and immediately returned them, they were so flimsy and difficult to assemble. These are super! No real assembly required, and they are so pretty and nice quality. Good price Too!" —Jacque E. Manion

    Get a six-pack from Amazon for $36.99 (available in seven styles). 

    29. A wicker corner hamper to hold all your dirty clothes without getting in the way. Plus, it comes lined with a removable canvas bag to make the laundry process a little easier from start to finish.

    Promising review: "I LOVE this thing. It took about 15 minutes of assembly (very easy, though it might be difficult for someone with arthritis or hand issues) and is very cute. I love that it uses bamboo and thin metal, no cheap plastic. It’s heavy enough not to topple over when one of our cats rub up against it, but lightweight enough that I can easily move it from room to room with one hand. It comes with a cloth liner bag so you put your dirty laundry in the bin, tie the bag, and just carry the bag (not the entire hamper) to your laundry room. It looks GREAT. I definitely recommend it." —Laura 

    Get it from Amazon for $25.56.

    30. A handmade wooden shoe rack because your entryway is currently occupied by a shoe dam that has tripped many victims in its day. Fortunately, this wall-mounted solution accommodates a wide range of sizes and styles, and looks good doing it. 

    Various pairs of shoes placed on rack
    Dakota Designs Market / Etsy

    Dakota Designs Market is an Advance, North Dakota-based Etsy shop hand-making gorgeous wood products for your home. 

    Promising review: "I wasn't sure if they would work like I wanted them to work because I wear a size 15. Most shoe organizers won't work with my shoe size. These worked perfectly and they were way better than expected!" —mtown1

    Get it from Dakota Designs Market on Etsy for $44.99 (available in two finishes).

    31. A genius soap-dispensing sponge caddy if you're tired of your dish soap and sponge having to compete for limited by-the-sink space.

    Promising review: "This product is amazing. You need this in your kitchen. It delivers the perfect amount of soap every time and gets your dishes squeaky clean. But wait, there’s more! When your sponge is done with a hard day of washing dishes, you can feel comfortable laying it down in a bed that prevents soap scum around your sink. In the words of Nat, 'Buy this product, champions.'" —Christian

    Get it from Amazon for $10.99 (available in three colors).

    32. A space-saving drawer organizer that'll allow you to cram a full 24-piece set of silverware in half the space of a traditional organizer, and actually find the cutlery you need when you need it.

    Reviewer photo of an open drawer with all their silverware organized in the drawer organizer
    A reviewer photo of an open drawer filled with three drawer organizers sitting side-by-side and filled with an array of different utensils

    Suitable for drawers with a minimum height of 3.25 inches, this organizer fits up to 24 pieces of cutlery.

    Promising review: "I thought this would be handy and help with space management in a small apartment. It turned out to be absolutely perfect. It keeps the silverware clean, and stores a lot in a very small space. I love it. I got two because I inherited my grandmother's silverware, so there are two types of forks and two types of spoons, and I wanted things separate and organized. Two organizers fit side by side in a standard apartment drawer. After getting these, I picked up the knife organizer, and it’s just as handy and useful." —Jerimi

    Get it from Amazon for $11.99.

    33. A water bottle organizer so you can finally take down the "DO NOT ENTER" sign on that one cabinet that's guaranteed to pummel you with bottles and thermoses every time you open it.

    Promising review: "This organizer is amazing!!! I always kept our surplus of water bottles in the small cabinet above our sink. Every time I took one out, three more would fall out. I am so glad I found this! It took 20 seconds to put together and forced me to purge some bottles I’ve been hoarding for far too long. Buy this immediately!!!" —Amazon Customer

    Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in four sizes). 

    34. A slim magnetic stove shelf to keep all your go-to oils and spices within arm's reach while clearing up counter space for other oils and spices.

    a stove with the shelf along the top and spices sitting on it
    Amazon

    StoveShelf is a small business founded by Scott Fleming after struggling with storage space in his own small Milwaukee apartment. After a couple of beers, he quickly realized the entire top of the stove itself was wasted space, and the magnetic StoveShelf was born. 

    Promising review: "There was no set up...Take it out of the box and place it on the stove. The magnets are very strong keeping the shelf fixed in place. The magnets are raised allowing air flow underneath preventing the shelf from heating up. Sizing was perfect. I love it!" —Amazon Customer

    Get it from StoveShelf on Amazon for $39.99 (available in three sizes and in five finishes). 

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