Drawer or hanger
Short answer: A hanger is best for clothes that crease or need to hold their shape, while a drawer is best for jersey and pieces that should not hang. For most bamboo jersey garments, the drawer or a folded shelf is the better choice.
What should hang
Woven shirts, blouses, gowns and anything with a firm shape do well on a hanger, because it avoids creases and keeps the shoulder line. Clothes that have not quite dried can also hang for a moment. See Urban Quest as an example of clothes for daily use, where you choose for yourself what hangs and what is folded. Use a wide hanger for heavier garments, so the shoulder is not pulled into a point.
What should lie flat
Jersey and knitwear stretch if they hang for a long time, because the weight of the fabric pulls at the shoulder. That applies to T-shirts, undershirts and thick knits. Fold these flat and place them in a drawer or on a shelf. Stand them on edge so you see everything when you open it. They then keep their shape and are easy to find.
Underwear and close fitting basics
Underwear lies best in a drawer. Here you need calm storage that does not pull on the elastic. See bamboo underpants for men, which you can fold in three and stand in a row. Use a divider so underwear is not mixed with socks and other things. The elastic lasts longer if it is not hung or stretched. Changing daily is also simpler when everything has a fixed place.
Dressing gowns and thick garments
A gown is long and heavy and usually hangs from a hook or hanger on the back of a door. That is fine if you use it every day and want it easy to reach. See bamboo dressing gown for men. Use a wide hanger or a hook with a hanging loop so the shoulders are not pulled out of shape. If the gown is used less often, you can fold it flat in a drawer.
Space and habits
Use what suits your wardrobe. If you have a large hanging rail it is tempting to hang everything, but that can stretch clothes. If you have few drawers, you can use shelves and boxes. Think about where you can reach clothes without rummaging, because habits decide whether a system works. Do not change method too often, as clothes can pick up creases and pressure marks.
Our recommendation by situation
Hang shirts, blouses, gowns and trousers that need to be smooth. Put jersey, underwear and knitwear in a drawer or on a shelf. Choose the hanger for pieces that should be crease free, and the drawer for pieces that should keep their shape without hanging. If you are unsure, follow the label in the garment and consider whether the fabric can stretch.
Frequently asked questions
Can I hang T-shirts on a hanger
You can, but they may stretch at the shoulders. Fold them and place them in a drawer if they need to keep their shape.
What is best for knitwear
Knitwear is laid flat and folded, because the weight of the fabric pulls it longer if it hangs.
How do I avoid creases in the drawer
Fold clothes flat and stand them on edge without pressing. Do not stuff the drawer completely full.
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