How big a wardrobe really needs to be
Short answer: There is no fixed size, but a wardrobe should be big enough to hold what you actually use, with a little air in between. It depends on how many clothes you have and how you store them.
Start with what you use
Before you think about the size of the wardrobe, look at what you actually wear. Most people wear a small part of their clothes for most of the time. Count what you use in a month and put it to one side. The rest is what takes up space. If most of the wardrobe is full of things you do not use, you do not need a bigger wardrobe but a clear out. It depends on habits and on how much you like to keep.
Room for air matters
A crammed wardrobe gives creased clothes and makes things hard to find. Clothes need air so that they can breathe and do not turn musty. A rule of thumb is that you should be able to pull out a hanger without shifting everything else. If the wardrobe is too full, it is a sign that you either have too much or need better storage. This applies to both hanging and folded clothes.
Hanging and folded clothes
Hanging clothes need height and width, while folded clothes need shelves and drawers. Think about what you have most of. Many have more jumpers and T-shirts, which can be folded, and fewer jackets and dresses, which need to hang. Heavy knitwear can stretch if it hangs, so fold it. Choose storage to suit the clothes and not the other way round. It depends on what you have and how much space is available.
Towels and bedding
Remember that a wardrobe often holds towels and bedding too. They take up a lot of room and can fill the space quickly. See bamboo towels. If you have a bed with several parts, you may have extra sheets that need space. See bamboo split sheets. Give them a shelf of their own, so that they do not mix with the clothes. That makes changing easier, and you know where things are.
Changing seasons and storage
If space is limited, you can store clothes by season. Thick jumpers and jackets can be packed away in summer, and lighter clothes can be put away in winter. Use boxes or bags and make sure the clothes are clean and completely dry before you pack them. Take them out in good time so that they can be aired. You can look at the brand Nordic Weaving if you want to see what it has in the collection.
When you decide the size
If you measure the wardrobe by what you use and add a little, you are on the safe side. Think about the future too: will the wardrobe be used by several people, or will your life change? A wardrobe that is a little too big can be better than one that is too small, but one that is too big can also invite you to collect more. Choose by your habits and stick to what you actually need.
Frequently asked questions
How big should a wardrobe be
There is no fixed size. It should hold what you use, with a little air in between, so that the clothes do not crease.
Is a full wardrobe a problem
It can be if clothes crease and you cannot find things. Consider a clear out or better storage.
Does all clothing need to hang
No. Heavy knitwear and T-shirts can be folded, while jackets and dresses often hang. Choose according to the clothes.
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