1. WINTER CLOTHING
People often feel reluctant to declutter their clothes, but ultimately, one of the most important places to declutter is the closet. With your closet being one of many things to declutter before fall, it is important to get your system right when tackling your seasonal transition – and organizing clothes that are out-of-season is essential to this process.
2. SWAP OUT SEASONAL SHOES
Footwear is notorious for spreading around a bedroom, so making strategies to organize shoes is vital for anyone who wants to put a stop to clutter in their sleep space.
3. CLEAR OUT UNUSED ITEMS FROM UNDER THE BED
The ‘dead’ space underneath a bed is an area that often gets forgotten about, which can make it a magnet for dust bunnies, odd socks, and crumpled-up paperwork. If this sounds familiar, then commit yourself to tackling this area before fall begins. Whether you’re storing old clothing, sentimental items, or hoarding things you no longer use – it is time to either get rid of these belongings, gift themto friends or family members, or find a more convenient bedroom storage place, such as a nightstand or chest of drawers.
4. OLD WIRE HANGERS
A fundamental element of organizing a bedroom, creating a tidy closet is great for boosting well-being, too – a theory much advocated by professional organizers, including consultant Marie Kondo, founder of the KonMari method.
5. SEASONAL BEDDING
The final step is to organize and swap out a summer duvet for a winter duvet. The end of September is the perfect time to tackle this task, so you may want to hold off until the temperature begins to drop. Use this time to throw away or donate any unused or damaged bedding. A local animal or rescue center may benefit from old bedding, towels, and sheets.