How to keep a clutter-free closet | 10 tips for small closet organization

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In today's video, I'm sharing all my favourite tips to keep a clutter free & organized closet, no matter what the size!
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I'm Christina, friendly neighbourhood human on the internet slash pharmacist. You may have previously known me as Style Apotheca. I'm living in Toronto, Canada and on my channel you'll find me on my journey towards minimalism, being content with less, recovery from a shopping addiction, and my journey towards financial freedom from over $120,000 in student loan debt. Thank you SO much for watching and taking the time out of your day to support my channel. A little thumb always helps support me!

[@Christinamychas]

What are some of your small closet organization tips?!

[@pirhan]

Can you link the jewellery box?

[@christinajoann]

Storing out of season clothes either under the bed or in a storage box!

[@pranitaaousarmal717]

Can you do a room tour , I just got my own room but I have no idea how to organize it . Since you do the organising pretty well neat and clean I would appreciate if you do a room tour so I can get some idea 😊 Thank you and love you so much ❤️

[@milchmadchen1303]

My tip: Open the doors and take a photo. Of your closet, of your room(s). You will notice a totally different appearance of your own stuff.

[@justinelourdes6686]

can you talk about your experience with hoarding? even though i have clothes that i’m unsure about and would like to donate, i think that they could be useful for a potential outfit (but then i never end up wearing it!!) 😓 the clutter is unreal bc i have this mindset!

[@Christinamychas]

I hear you! I would store them for now - it sounds like it’s feeling too overwhelming to declutter them and the pressure to let go might be from a “should”, not because you want to yet! But def I can!

[@ifetayodavidson-cade5613]

It might be useful to think of the people you could help by donating or selling your clothes and other items. You can also think of the extra space you will enjoy and the peace it brings.

[@Christinamychas]

@@ifetayodavidson-cade5613 I loveeeeee that! Thank you!

[@cynthiajohnston424]

Perhaps try combining one or two pieces at a time w/ what you already have & like to wear & see how you feel - sort of like a trial run . If they don't feel good , " bless & release " - donate for others to enjoy . One step , one piece ,at a time so there's no self-imposed pressure . Bring joy to yourself & give joy to others .💗

[@aval6601]

@@cynthiajohnston424 that's actually what I'm doing now and it's the best method i've found. I keep a box in the hallway and anything that doesn't work goes in there, it's a longer process but my anxiety has halved as I feel more sure about what I'm decluttering.

[@debbieprovencher6857]

Started watching you at the beginning of Covid. I'm 63, but absolutely love your content. You've helped me SOOOOOOO much, I can't thank you enough. I was very much like you, in terms of shopping. I've now sold/donated about 250 pieces of clothing. Working on my winter coats now...I'm in Nova Scotia, and have recognized that my heavy cloth coats just don't work here. I'm keeping my 5 trench coats and will layer instead. I can't express in words how glad I am that I found you. PS I'm a 'puke' (Polish/Ukrainian), extra love to ya. XOXO

[@Christinamychas]

That’s amazing!!! Congrats Debbie! Haha “puke” that’s funny 🥰

[@linedallaire9631]

Was in beautiful Nova Scotia this summer 😍, what a lovely place.

[@chrisoliva530]

Debbie, well you must have a bit of "ocker" (working class aussie) in you "mob" (people)...puke sounds like slang the aussies would think up. Aussies often say they are "bitzas"...bits of this and that. 🤣😂.

[@khalilahd.]

I love that your first thought is to use what we already have in our home. I’ve been meaning to clear out my closet. Especially with a new season coming. Thank you!

[@momlena]

😊

[@amyh8144]

Pro tip: if you have a closet in which you are utilizing the vertical space and are not tall enough to reach it, you can purchase an inexpensive but very useful folding step-stool to access the high up items more easily.

[@Christinamychas]

Yes! That’s what I have to do myself! And in the kitchen 😂

[@biblionerd]

Do you have any recommendations? I have a plastic one that dangerously buckles whenever I’m on my tip-toes to reach something. I’m worried it will bear trap my feet one of these days. The sturdier foldable wood and metal ones I’ve found are pricey.

[@amyh8144]

@@biblionerd mine is around 9 inches, plastic, lightweight but sturdy, and says it has a 300 lb weight limit. Brand is Kikkerland.

[@SasaCoolLPS]

@@biblionerd ikea has a wood one for 20 euros in my country, not foldable but quite small

[@amyjones8613]

I had a community yard sale and sold a lot of unwanted clothes for a buck. The ones that didn't sell went to donations. It was nice to have space to see my remaining pieces clearly. So thanks for the good ideas. Your tattoos are very beautiful, Christina 💕🥰

[@edennis8578]

Too much trouble. I set them out on the curb and let people take them. A garage sale just to make a buck a piece? Nope.

[@melissaandreag]

I use a ton of the tips you shared! Like using the same color of velvet hangers for all of my hanging clothes, putting sweaters that shouldn’t be hung in a drawer, folding my clothes in a particular way, using under-bed storage for clothes I’m not actively using but may still want to keep, using vertical space, etc. Great tips!

[@hideorgochic]

You have no idea how timely finding this video is for me. Storage is extremely limited in my current space; and you've definitely given me some ideas. Also that hanger trick - noted!

[@kellual]

I find you very calming to watch and that helps a lot when being stressed out about tackling any of these types of overhauls. Plus you have solid advice and techniques. Good on ya! 😊

[@user-os6nq8vy3i]

The flipping of hangers is sooo smart

[@linedallaire9631]

Got similar velvet hangers at the Dollar store, 5 for a couple bucks and they are lovely 😍 👌, now my closet is uniform....

[@Jonesclones]

I just want to thank you. You have helped me immensely in being mindful about my wardrobe and therefore my life. I am very grateful. Please keep going on : )

[@MIOLAZARUS]

I don't think I can ever achieve that level of organizing perfection but I appreciate watching it being done XD It's soo beautiful. I use some of the same ideas but in a quite stuffed but delicious wardrobe. ;)

[@tanguerafeliz5096]

I just found you a short while back but you've been an incredible support while I commit to making time to wade through my own mess. I literally just de-cluttered a top dresser drawer and part of the bathroom rack. I also share with my spouse. Poor generous guy is donating most of the closet and dresser real estate to me. I'd love to get it more fair. Can you do a video on impulse holiday spending perhaps beyond just clothes. What do you do when people invite you to costume/theme parties etc? And how much pumpkin spice and mint chocolate do we need just because it's the season?

[@sarahthatcher123]

I’ve been watching for quite some time…seeing your wardrobe now is amazing. I remember so many videos where you were really struggling…thank you for sharing your entire process. Not many youtubers are recording right from the start. Well done!

[@Christinamychas]

Thank you Sarah! I know you’ve been here and I appreciate it so much! 🥰

[@lizzabbott]

Lovvvve this ! I have been great about decluttering / donating clothes. Still don’t choose to have a minimalist wardrobe at this point tho. AND I have a small closet! So these ideas are golden. I will def continue to declutter more and meanwhile , I gotta utilize these strategies !! Especially getting those velvet hangers ( that idea has been in the back burner for at least a year), & move jeans / trousers off the hangers ! Can’t wait !! Thanks, Christina ! Liz in Buffalo

[@byalicexo]

wow this video really came up at the perfect time. i'm currently in the process of figuring out how to organise my wardrobe and these tips were sooo useful! i love how you've been able to utilise all the space you have 🤗🤗🤗

[@Christinamychas]

Have fun! I love a good organization day!

[@leahnoel8381]

Christina!! You always look beautiful, but I especially love the hair and makeup look you have going on in this video- so sleek and classy!! Thanks for sharing all of these tips :)

[@TheTimeCrunchedTeacher]

Great video! If I’m having a hard time decluttering an item of clothing because I think I still like it, I’ll ask myself, “If I had the opportunity to wear this, would I reach for something else instead?” It’s helped me get rid of the least favorite of my white t-shirts and a pair of jeans that wasn’t the most flattering option.

[@garthwunsch]

I’m a very senior citizen who dislikes a messy closet. Some years ago I stumbled on how to identify my freshly laundered clothes from those I’d worn a little but didn’t need to go to the laundry basket. When I wear something that can go back in the closet for another day, I put the hanger backwards on the rod Iike you do for identifying unworn pieces.

[@tracythomas343]

I especially love your videos on organizing closets, etc..

[@jlkitz1775]

The velvet hangers are a game changer! I also color coordinate my closet & I rotate by season. Thanks for another great video & ideas 🥳👍🏾😉

[@MissDuke2012]

I use cardboard boxes from whatever and play around with the sizes and uses in my dresser drawers. It’s been a few years so I know what configurations work great! I know I can get a beautiful container store type configuration once I see it. Satisfying.

[@TheKingofhell01]

I struggle so much with impulse buying and I haven't had much success, but after hearing your wishlist tip, I think that might be the thing to help me improve! PS. Just found your channel and I'm obsessed!

[@andreahomer9434]

A lovely video, Christina - thank you! I'm downsizing to a much smaller flat from a house very soon and I'm going to be in a single wardrobe (much smaller than yours) and a chest of drawers, so it's going to be a mammoth challenge to downsize my clothing to fit the available space. I've worked out I will probably have room for a couple of blazers, a denim jacket, a winter coat and a wardrobe of about 50 items (I'm tee shirt and pencil skirt kinda girl). Wish me luck. BTW, massive congratulations on 111,000 subscribers. I've been with you since the 51k mark and it's been great to see your channel grow.

[@Christinamychas]

Thank you so much and good luck on your move!! Still very exciting!

[@katefargo75]

Dear Christina, I've watched your TFD interview and I absolutely loved it. You are truly inspiring and I've found myself in so many things you've said. Thank you so much. I'm sure I've re-watch it. And as a side note: you looked very beautiful in the interview. Lots of love 🥰

[@JennaJohnsonRecipeDiaries]

Wish lists have helped me out quite a bit and have helped me with impulse buying.

[@stinaljungstrom8691]

Thank you for all the inspiration and a nice channel! I buy a lot of things in periods, because they are beautiful. But it can be a problem when it becomes to much. Now I try to only buy what I actually need instead. Sometimes I fall back to shop for fun... not good. I like that you mention that you used to shop to much. I think it's so common.

[@amandamartelli8811]

I used to really struggle with what to do with new purchases when I bought them home. Even if they were planned items. Small space problems. So now I like to make space for them before I buy them! Either right before I buy them or in advance as part of Wishlist planning.

[@dianasmakeuppalace4205]

At first, I was worried you were going to pitch to me the idea of "throw it all out" when I saw your capsule wardrobe but at the end, I loved every detail and every bit of advice. I started to follow along and started to actually organize my clothes! 🤣 Besides this, Thank you! I feel a bit less overwhelmed.

[@ThePeacesweeetie101]

THESE TIPS ARE LITERALLY OUTSTANDINGLY AMAZING! thank u thank h thank u

[@JamieReviewsStuff]

Your dyson note 😂😂 totally something I would write. I bought it a year ago, worried I’d never use it. Use it literally every day.

[@AliceBrazilLlamas]

Your organization skills is amazing!

[@mariagrove2527]

Love this video - I’m inspired to tackle my closet tonight !!

[@angelI-pm9ow]

I really love all your videos 💕 you are inspiring me

[@ohcuriousrose1745]

Love this it’s giving me lots of tips for moving into a camper van 😅

[@lolablake9196]

Love those thin black hangers- mine are really similar to yours and they were a lifesaver for me- with my fairy small closet and too many clothes 😅

[@JuliaKirsty]

Your tips are very helpful, especially for someone like me not being a minimalist but loving to have structure and mindful organization at home. I am trying to find a system that really works for me. I tried sorting by color and while it looks VERY pleasing, it just didn't work for me at all. I have pieces in the same colors but they all do have different functions. So I thought, sorting by function might make more sense to me. E.g. things that are meant to be worn on top of something else and within that sorted by texture and weight (light pieces to heavy pieces, basically sorted by the temperature you would wear them for). I do have long flowy cardigans to throw over a nice summer outfit, they are very sheer and insanely light weight, they just act as a visual piece or a bit of extra protection when the sun shines really bright, but don't get you all sweaty or keep you warm in the cold, but I do also have cardigans that are heavy knitware which I like to wear during fall and winter. In between: I love slightly heavier button up shirts, the more casual ones. I love to wear them over a simple shirt, maybe add a nice jacket on top and give it a more edgy look overall. Those pieces might go right in the middle coz I could wear them in any season depending on the weather (summer days are not always nicely warm here). I do have a small space to keep all my formal clothing because I am more like "Oh, I got invited to a wedding, let's see what I would like to wear for that", and then opening up a seperate hanging space that reveals only clothes for such occasions makes it easier for me to actually figure out an appropriate outfit. I also sort my shoes by function and style. Nice high heels by color and shape, heavier boots by color and amount of details (some are simple and very neutral in style, others are very edgy and have buckles, studs or engravings that make them look special but also not suit every occasion or outfit), stuff like that. I also have a row in my shelf that is only for functional shoes (trainers, hiking boots, working boots etc.). Organizing shoes to me is VERY easy. Organizing my clothes though... especially the smaller pieces, feels like a mystery puzzle I couldn't solve yet. Your video really has given me great input to reconsider and then finetune my organization. Thank you for all the thought and mindfulness you put into this video.

[@cinderellascauldren7412]

Love the backwards hanger tip!~

[@simplysilent2980]

Love this! Great tips. Thanks for sharing.

[@Renatiux84]

I actually use your same method for off season clothes and items and leave my closet with my current season and most used items. Thanks!

[@mich3773c]

great tips! just stumbled upon this video now i’m off to watch more from your channel. cheers!

[@laura6796]

Great tips! Thank you ❤️

[@marieaxen645]

Thanks for all your great tips Christina! /Marie from Sweden

[@sve_tiko]

I'm using my closet top shelves for shoes aswell! It's super convenient, switching between seasons and not having mess. Btw LOVE the tryzub tatto 😍

[@Christinamychas]

💙💛 🥰

[@katarinaramos97]

You give such good practical tips.

[@veronicacvq2354]

Hi Christina! New sub here. I stumbled upon your channel in the middle of a huge closet clean-out. I’m 22 years old and working through my shopping addiction. Your vids are really encouraging & I feel so much more hopeful about overcoming my shopping problem. So grateful I came across your vids. ❤️ I was wondering where you got your little shelf at the bottom of your closet. I’m also in Toronto & restricted to half a closet, and it looks super helpful for staying organized!

[@TheMoonLightBliss]

With the wishlist idea, I would like to stay off online shopping so the list can also become more of a personal need list and not a influence/marketed list. Or make it a "what I would ask for as a gift" list. I saw one of your other videos that you havea purse buget. Maybe just have a smallwishlist for that. I really like the idea of going back to pre corona and only go get or spludrge on 1 thing once in a while and sometimes you can get it as a gift because you spend less often on less things. I need one or two wool sweaters for winter and I just started a new hobby:miniature painting. So I have that to look forward to in my week. Also something like barista oat milk for in my coffee that I buy now as a gift to myself weekly within my grocery buget make me very happy and keep me satisfied and away from emotional spending.

[@T3COLY]

Thank you so much for this video. You earned a new subscriber ❤ excited to do some of these things in my SHARED closet 😅

[@jaasminechantee]

I freaking love this 🙏🏽

[@marywalquist210]

I saw a way to organize jeans on MakeupByTiffanyB: She was a very generous storage area and uses metal pants hangers from Amazon to store her jeans. Similar to the method that Christina uses for her clothes, Tiffany can see what she’s got. She hung her jeans from longest to shortest and also from dark to light. If you have a lot of jeans it is easy to pick out what you’re looking for. This method could still be used with less space…depending on how many pair of jeans you had and needed. I love organization videos ❤

[@candiceg9338]

So helpful! Thank you 😃

[@yasschick7937]

So helpful!

[@gitalancelot5400]

thankyou so much for the tips!

[@junedee]

the hanger tip is soooo smart

[@yuliashevchenko3917]

Thanks a lot for your content! I just found your channel and I'm hooked.

[@09070605uty]

Thank You so much for the tips!

[@iceman-1987]

Nice tips, thanks 🌼

[@marthaolkhova9581]

I love the sticker on your computer! ❤️

[@kathrynp7595]

Great tips 👍🏼

[@ModernChristianChick]

Another great video!

[@lynzyluhu]

My biggest problem is I live in Texas where it was 75*F last week and this week it's supposed to drop down into the 20's. I cannot figure out to keep up with all the shorts and sweaters at the same time :'D

[@beth5633]

Love your content, finally subscribed, greetings from Vienna.

[@Christinamychas]

Thank you! 🫶

[@lenasagar]

Thank you for the vpn recommendation. I’ve been needing to learn more about that. So thanks a million.

[@krisie1649]

Love the tips and your tattoos are great!!! 😊

[@darleenaldridge2426]

My closet looks amazing thanks to you ! Love your channel ❤️😎

[@user-sn1od5yn4m]

Christina Mychas told me how to reorganize my closet …. So I reorganized my closet 😂 Excellent video and content as always!

[@Christinamychas]

Time for army pants and flip flops! 😂❤️🫶

[@stinaljungstrom8691]

😁

[@vickyw1740]

Great tips thank you

[@estherciarrocchi9405]

I can't believe I waited this much to buy hangers, they really make a difference!

[@WeAreBullets]

Toronto! close enough lol im in New Hampshire, and i love that french canada is an easy 4-5hr beautiful drive away. what a delightful countryside. as soon as i cross the border its as if ive entered christmas land with all those short pine trees in such a vast landscape. ❤️ thank you for being America's hat lol

[@Christinamychas]

Haha americas hat - never heard that one before!

[@WeAreBullets]

@@Christinamychas i stole it from Tegan & Sara lol to give credit where credit is due 👌🏻

[@thomasmontella6481]

Awesome advice👍👍👍👍❤️💖

[@yvettewalshe9130]

Love your ideas. God bless

[@MaiPham-cu5vg]

Thank you for the video and sharing your tips! I love the style of the tops you wore in this video. Do you mind sharing where you got it from?

[@Christinamychas]

It’s the aritzia tiny tank!

[@autoescolaminorisa7975]

Great video !!!

[@halliebass]

Wish lists are a good idea. Jewellery can be an issue. I would like a better system. I would like some decent hangers. I do find that many of the videos I watch have clothes that are very generic with minimal colour. Sort of like a uniform. I wore uniforms for years so I like a little bit of fun! I have a little touch of boho in my style so dark pants and button downs can get a bit monotonous! Even though I like them! But sometimes you gotta have some fun! Good hints. I do the hanger turn thing and organize things by colour and item. Thanks, for the hints.

[@Christinamychas]

Yes you sure do! Enjoy your boho fun items!

[@deryac.]

Well done 🌸

[@malikaminor]

One tip when it comes to hanging blazers/suit jackets similar to sweaters narrow hangers will leave dimples in the shoulders you definitely want to be mindful of after a while the damage can be irreparable

[@kathyesargent9088]

You have come a long way baby❤️❤️🤩🤩🤩

[@emmsue1053]

Oh wow, this is my closet (shared by hubs) Thank you.

[@SuperfoxMakeup]

we have the same closet! 🙌🏼

[@jackiecee7575]

Always interesting. Thanks Christina. Btw where did you get your jewelry case?

[@Christinamychas]

It’s from Samara!

[@catelaframboise]

Hey Christina 🥰I love your videos so much. 💜 can I ask where the jewelry box is from? 💞 (Fellow canadian here) xx

[@Christinamychas]

It’s from Samara!

[@TofuDriver11]

Love your jeans! Where did you purchase them from?

[@beckat4254]

I’ve been checking KZbin to see if you’ve posted a video this week 😄

[@Christinamychas]

🥰🥰🥰 thank you Becka! Sundays and wednesdays usually! Sundays for sure haha

[@kathyesargent9088]

I saw you on the Financial youtube channel you were awesome ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@geniej2378]

I'm unsure how to store belts in my closet. I like saving my shoe boxes to store away my less used shoes, and vertical storage is an alternative to under the bed storage for off season clothes.

[@pamb2868]

I have the same hangers. But I have short and long sleeve shirts in my closet right now. So I have no extra room between my shirts. My shirts are always wrinkled when I get them out. Once it cools down I’ll only have my long sleeve shirts in my closet. I did go through and get rid of a lot . I made space for my husband to have his clothes in the closet. Instead of piles all over our bedroom. I couldn’t handle that. He now only has a few pairs of shorts on top of his nightstand. So I’m dealing with it. I like things put away. He likes to see everything. I was going to cramp his shorts in one of the other drawers. But I let them on top. I wish I had a closet that looks like yours. Maybe someday soon I will. I have a chest of drawers in the office. It had my sweaters in it. Now I put all my sweaters in a cedar chest at the end of our bed. With lots of other cedar things in too. The chest is an antique and isn’t too cedary anymore.

[@gryvs5763]

Thank you so much! Your videos are very fun. I got rid of a bunch of clothes but instead of selling/donating them, i keep the fabric and i resuse it to make clothes i really want to wear. So i dont spend extra money + i can follow my hobby which is sewing. Maybe this comment brings some inspiration to someone ♡

[@Christinamychas]

I loveeeee that! I wish I was that talented! So awesome ❤️

[@carlijnterpstra]

I can relate to the “dyson-wishlist-moment” 🙈🤣 Team airdrying my hair, but that doesn’t come in navy blue with gold. Sad.

[@Christinamychas]

Hahah right? I forgot about it already! Still thinking about the fendi bagette tho 😅

[@carlijnterpstra]

@@Christinamychas I get that.. that would suit your style!

[@carolineshyu]

Just found your channel a couple days ago and I’m really enjoying your content! Can I also ask where the black tank (the v neck one you’re wearing during your talk track) is from?

[@Christinamychas]

It’s from uncle studios! I’ve seen lots of dupes around tho ❤

[@Christ-qk7or]

Like your screen saver, James Webb image. Ok, I'll follow you. 😄 good vid.

[@panisaa.3889]

I really love your button up, please do a review

[@juliaschall]

Oooh thank you for the tips Christina 😍 where is that brown houndstooth “f” blazer from? I think I need more browns

[@Christinamychas]

Filippa hagg!

[@lidijatorres2869]

Thanks ❤️

[@Pinayrocker]

Hi Christina, what’s the brand of your black pants that you’re wearing on this video?

[@epayne]

Stainless steel cleaner on the closet rod for optimal hanger sliding and dust removal

[@FloorHegge]

Nice B-roll!

[@reallyrho1101]

I am drowning in clothes and I have a 5 bedroom house! I definitely have an issue with impulse buying and boredom shopping. And I also hate to let things go. I need an intervention!

[@ros8986]

Hi Christina - I am thinkign you might like NHK's video Folk House 2: The Gift of Spring - Zero Waste Life