This week on the Cut we’re exploring how to get your act together when it comes to personal style — from organizing your closet, to finding your signature scent, to figuring out your work uniform.
The most life-changing resolutions for the New Year are sometimes the simplest — like organizing your closet, which will help you eliminate what-to-wear angst and cut down on morning prep time. Of course, even the smallest closets can have their potential expanded by rethinking them — from space-saving tools like thin velvet hangers to clear, stackable shoe drawers to keep your heels from falling into a dark pile. In honor of the Cut’s week about overhauling your style and wardrobe, we searched far and wide to show you the most beautiful, simple accessories to bring Zen to your daily routine. From a portable bamboo hamper to chic canvas storage boxes, click through our slideshow for 26 simple, streamlined pieces to help you overhaul your closet.
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Upgrade your laundry game with this foldable hamper by West Elm. The tough fabric is durable enough for heavy loads, and it folds into a compact size,... Upgrade your laundry game with this foldable hamper by West Elm. The tough fabric is durable enough for heavy loads, and it folds into a compact size, meaning it will fit anywhere in your apartment.
Instead of piling clothes on the floor or on furniture, make the most of area space with chic swiveling hooks, streamlined accessory-holders, and hang... Instead of piling clothes on the floor or on furniture, make the most of area space with chic swiveling hooks, streamlined accessory-holders, and hangers.
For some de-cluttering inspiration, pick up a copy of Marie Kondo's phenomenal book, The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up. Her principle advice: Get ... For some de-cluttering inspiration, pick up a copy of Marie Kondo's phenomenal book, The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up. Her principle advice: Get rid of anything that doesn't bring you joy. Just like that, you'll find yourself throwing out everything from sad tights to old thongs.
To organize your shelf space, try out a set of these boxes from Ikea. The varying sizes allow you to store items including sweaters and beauty product... To organize your shelf space, try out a set of these boxes from Ikea. The varying sizes allow you to store items including sweaters and beauty products in your closet, or magazines and chargers in your living space.
Keep all of your jewelry neatly organized and unscratched with this clever felted-wool jewelry tray.
With its dark color and ribbed texture, this galvanized bin by Crate & Barrel offers a chic way to organize your household items. Pick one up to s... With its dark color and ribbed texture, this galvanized bin by Crate & Barrel offers a chic way to organize your household items. Pick one up to store your beauty essentials, hand towels, cleaning products, and more.
If you're doing a complete overhaul of your closet, this Ikea Custom Closet Set is one of the best ways to get yourself organized. It offers everythin... If you're doing a complete overhaul of your closet, this Ikea Custom Closet Set is one of the best ways to get yourself organized. It offers everything you need — including hanging space, a shoe rack, and a mirror. The best part, however, is that it adjusts easily to fit any size of closet.
De-cluttering your closet is easy if you have the right tools. To maximize your hanging space, try out some Huggable Hangers from the Container Store ... De-cluttering your closet is easy if you have the right tools. To maximize your hanging space, try out some Huggable Hangers from the Container Store and a Muji Boar Hair Clothing Brush. These tools will minimize the space your clothes take up, while protecting them from any damage. For your shoes, pick up some clear shoe drawers. The compact size allows you to stack them on top of each other, and they can double as storage for scarves, socks, and other accessories. In order to use most of your shelf space, pick up this step stool from Crate & Barrel. It'll allow you to reach every inch of your shelf space and can be easily stored when not in use.
To organize your closet, pick up some transparent garmet bags from Ikea. While protecting your clothes from any damage, the bags' transparency makes s... To organize your closet, pick up some transparent garmet bags from Ikea. While protecting your clothes from any damage, the bags' transparency makes sifting through your wardrobe quick and easy.
Moths are the enemies of all of natural fibers in your closet. As such, stagger these cedar inserts throughout your hangers to protect your favorite p... Moths are the enemies of all of natural fibers in your closet. As such, stagger these cedar inserts throughout your hangers to protect your favorite pieces.
Instead of throwing your shoes haphazardly into your closet, organize them in these cloth shoe boxes. The compact size lets you stack multiples on top... Instead of throwing your shoes haphazardly into your closet, organize them in these cloth shoe boxes. The compact size lets you stack multiples on top of each other, and the clear opening will allow you to instantly see which pair is in each box.
To maximize your shelf space, pick up a couple of these shelf dividers from the Container Store. The clear divider allows you to easily store anything... To maximize your shelf space, pick up a couple of these shelf dividers from the Container Store. The clear divider allows you to easily store anything from sweaters to towels, and the knob gives you additional hanging space.
With its smooth marble slab and gold hardware, this shelf doubles as décor and storage. Pick up a couple to store anything from your bathroom b... With its smooth marble slab and gold hardware, this shelf doubles as décor and storage. Pick up a couple to store anything from your bathroom beauty essentials to your kitchen's cookbooks and spices.
With long arms and a sliding rack, this trouser hanger is a great way to store all of your favorite jeans and pants neatly.
To make the most of your limited drawer space, try out these drawer dividers, which will organize everything from belts and scarves to gloves and sung... To make the most of your limited drawer space, try out these drawer dividers, which will organize everything from belts and scarves to gloves and sunglasses.
With its sturdy fabric, adjustable shoulder strap, and large size, this Crate & Barrel Laundry Duffle comes in handy for your larger loads of laun... With its sturdy fabric, adjustable shoulder strap, and large size, this Crate & Barrel Laundry Duffle comes in handy for your larger loads of laundry.
Best-used to store everything from chunky knits to towels, this drawer is chic and simple, and the glass front makes it easy to see exactly what you'r... Best-used to store everything from chunky knits to towels, this drawer is chic and simple, and the glass front makes it easy to see exactly what you're about to dig through.
For those who have little to no closet space, a movable clothing rack is crucial. Enter this Clea Pipe Clothes Rack — the industrial design and wood d... For those who have little to no closet space, a movable clothing rack is crucial. Enter this Clea Pipe Clothes Rack — the industrial design and wood detailing create a cool piece for any compact apartment while allowing for maximum storage.
We all need a way to store our never-ending collection of handbags, and this storage bin from the Container Store offers a great solution. Its large s... We all need a way to store our never-ending collection of handbags, and this storage bin from the Container Store offers a great solution. Its large size lets you store your bigger bags, like totes or backpacks.
Compact and spacious, these expandable boxes can help you sort and organize all of your daily clutter.
Don't let time and negligence ruin your expensive leather boots; instead, keep their overall shape with these handy shoe trees.
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