My LEAST Favorite Organizing Tools

Rubbermaid Wardrobe Shelving

This shelving system is relatively inexpensive, fairly easy to install, and adjustable to most spaces, BUT my problem is the powder coating; it attracts a lot of dirt which takes forever to clean, it's also slightly tacky (sticky) so hangers don't easily glide back and forth, and too many supports (two in the pic) limits the way you can hang so you can't just push things to the side when you need to. UGH!

Small and Large Tint Stacking Drawers
So many people have these... But not only do I think they're ugly, but the plastic attracts dust and dirt like crazy and at the cost of these things you can buy a small Malm dresser at Ikea or something, anything better!!!!

How Do You Want to Look?

When helping clients go through their wardrobe and they come across a piece they're unsure of, I ask how they feel about it. The response is something like "it's decent so I've keep it". My question is always "Is that how you want to look?" 

Think about it, if you tried on an outfit and asked someone how you looked and they said "decent" would you be happy about that?

Favorite Things From Ikea

Hyllis Shelving Unit

industrial style shelving with an unbelievable price of $14.99 each! why not use these shallow shelves in the back or side of a closet for easy extra storage, or line up multiples in a living or dining room as simple chic bookcases.

Granliden Basket w/Handles

comes in two sizes, use as a hamper, to hold blankets, magazines, towels, toilet paper...

UPDATE: this has been discontinued :O(

Blecka Hooks

comes in small and large, use them in clothes closet to hold belts, in coat closet to hold totes, umbrellas, scarves, or in an entry to hold jackets.

Bjarnum Hooks

there is a fold down hook (not shown) and the above valet hook perfect for anywhere in the house.

Even More Favorite Things From The Container Store

Our Boxes

their brand of clear plastic boxes are stackable and come in various sizes to be used all over the house. try under the kitchen sink to hold cleaning supplies and various household items like vacuum bags, light bulbs, batteries, extension cords; under the bathroom sink to hold extra toiletries; in clothes closet or under the bed for off-season clothes and shoes; in the coat closet to hold scarves, gloves, extra umbrellas...

Tweed Drop-Front Boxes

they come in three sizes and are a beautiful accent for any closet; use in clothes closet for delicate pieces like special occasion shoes, bags, garments; in coat closet to hold scarves, gloves, hats.

Pull-Out Drawers

a no-brainer to use in just about all lower cabinets in the kitchen. in various styles, sizes and price points, not to mention super easy to install, you're sure to find something that works for your space.

Favorite Things From The Container Store

While some of their things can be overpriced, here are a few things that I use over and over and absolutely love:

Bamboo Drawer Organizers

various sizes are not only perfect in drawers, but on open shelves and in cabinets (bathroom and kitchen) to hold toiletries, small bottles, even jewelry.

Single and Double Acrylic Shelves

simple, elegant and they come in a few sizes so are perfect for anywhere in the house; entry way, bathrooms, dressing areas, kitchen...

Acrylic Risers

perfect for making room in any cabinet in the bathroom or kitchen.

Natural Office Storage Boxes

i personally love this style, but the container store has fabulous storage boxes in various colors, sizes, and price points.

Chrome Garment Hooks

in two sizes, I have one in my dressing area to hold things to air out, and to make an outfit. hung at a low level, they are perfect to hold bags and totes.