How to store clothing so you can find it

Short answer: Everything has to be visible at once. If the clothing lies in stacks, you only wear the top piece. Stand it on edge or lay it in layers with space between.

Avoid stacks

In a stack you only see the top piece, and that is the one you take. The rest never gets worn. See bamboo T-shirts for men.

On edge in the drawer

If the pieces are folded and stood on edge, you can see them all at once. That is the simplest change that works.

One category per drawer

Socks separately, underwear separately. A divider between short and long socks saves time. See all bamboo socks for men.

Not too full

An overfilled drawer presses the elastic together and makes it hard to see what is there. See bamboo underwear for men.

Completely dry

Clothing put away slightly damp smells after a week. See washing and care.

Frequently asked questions

Why do I only wear the top of the stack?

Because it is all you see. Stand the clothing on edge, and you can see everything at once.

How full can a drawer be?

No fuller than lets you see everything. An overfilled drawer also presses the elastic together.

Why does clothing smell in the drawer?

Because it was put away slightly damp. Make sure it is completely dry.