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Pressed, Polished, and Put-Together: Closet Care Essentials

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I love my closet. But, it wasn't always that way. For years, my work from home status meant old work t-shirts and Forever 21 clearance section finds made up most of my wardrobe. Listen, I was a broke college kid and a $5 outfit meant extra cash for g...
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Proper Storage

Your clothes aren't just waiting to be worn in your closet, it's where they live. So if you want to look luxurious, the accomodations have to match. The right hangers, the right way we store our clothes and the protective measures we take matter. The...

 
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I swear by these because even the most slippery silk top will stay put. no more finding your tops in a sad pile on the floor after sliding free from a cheap plastic hanger. These babies are strong too. So if you want to plan out your outfits you can ...
Velvet Clothes Hangers for Sweaters, Shirts, Dresses, Suits 30 Pack
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These are a MUST if you are hanging pants. Especially those that wrinkle easily like those super cute linen pants that everyone LOVES in the summer. Folding them just means creasing and whipping out a steamer every time you want to wear them. PASS. S...
Velvet Hangers with Clips for Skirts and Pants Hangers- 10 Pack
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If you are just leaving your boots to flop over in your closet….I'm not judging but I am concerned. When leather or suede is exposed to too much moisture, it can lose its natural oils which can lead to brittleness, cracking, discoloration or even mol...
Natural Canvas Cedar Filled Boot Trees
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I absolutely hate trying to keep a underwear and sock drawers organized. Without separators like this, everything just slowly morphs together and I have to waste time digging around for what I'm looking for. No more. Gym socks, fuzzy socks, cute undi...
32-Compartment Drawer Organizer
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Never lose your favorite sweater to a damn dirty bug again! Even if you don't think this is a problem for you, it will be one day. It's like they know when you have accumulated the perfect sweater collection and they rise from the dead like yarn eati...
Moth-Away Repellent Sachets Pack of 24
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This is a must for the guys, but ladies, you 100% can benefit from owning one too. For my husband, this is exactly what it's for, belts and ties. For myself, belts yes and scarves! Having everything easily visible like this instead of shoved in a bas...
iDesign Classico Graphite Horizontal Tie & Belt Rack
 
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Reminder to everyone - Knits do NOT get hung up, they get folded. Sweaters will stretch out if you leave them on a hanger, so they must be folded. I use my top shelf in my closet for this, but before I had these, they would frequently fall over when ...
Clear Shelf Divider
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All of your shoes should not be by your front door. Sure, a couple of everyday options are fine, but the rest need a home. You don't need anything crazy or expensive, just a simple rack like this will help keep all of your shoes organized and most im...
TJUSIG Shoe rack
 
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I actually hate having everything I own in my closet at all times. It can feel really cluttered. So, I try to break things out by season and bring things out as the weather changes. There really is no reason for me to have a wool trench coat on hand ...
Clothes Storage Bag Organizer with Cedar Insert to Protect from Moths, Moist, Dirt, Dust etc. - Set of 2 Bags
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Laundering

Your mom was right, you cannot throw all of your clothes in the same cycle. It's time to level up your laundry game with tools that actually protect your wardrobe while you clean it. Doing it right means getting the most out of your investments and g...

 
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When its laundry day, I will sit in front of my TV to make the folding and hanging less terrible. So I love having an ironing board that I can just sit on the floor and use. I iron as I go so everything is hung up ready to be worn. No last minute wri...
Mainstays Countertop Lightweight Ironing Board
 
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There are 2 options on this list, this is the more renter-friendly option of the two.
Over the Door White Drying Rack
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A drying rack is a NEED for laundry day because not everything (in fact MANY things) should go in the dryer. Jeans, sweaters, wool, 100% cotton clothes should all hang to dry. The last thing you want is to pull out a doll sized cashmere sweater from ...
Wall Mounted Drying Rack Black
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Did you know that they have actually done the research and Tide really is the best option for keeping your clothes clean? Yep, you can google it but it really does out perform the rest. That said, I have always had sensitive skin so finding detergent...
Tide Free & Gentle HE Compatible Liquid Laundry Detergent Soap
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If you are still bleaching your whites to keep them white you are doing it wrong! Sorry not sorry, but seriously make the switch. How does this work? I don't know, I'm not a scientist. But I am a girl that can't help but get make up on her white shir...
Out White Brite Laundry Whitener, 28 oz
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Ever have a meatball drop off your fork into your lap? No, just my husband? I knew it. Well, if you are a stain magnet like mine is, a tide pen just isn't enough. These are like the Big and Tall version of the tide pen. Made for bigger spills and mes...
Shout Wipe & Go Travel Wipes for Fabric Instant Stain Remover - 4ct
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This is the only stain pre-treatment I use. Like I said I have sensitive skin so even something like OxiClean can set me off. But since this is so concentrated, a little goes a long way. I can dab just a little on a stain and throw it in the wash wit...
Shout Triple-Acting Everyday Stain Remover Liquid Refill - 60 fl oz
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I still love a tide pen, but I keep it in my work bag and travel carry on. This is more than enough to fight off the little spills and drips that I run into. So a 3 pack makes it easy to always have one in reach.
Tide To Go Stain Remover Pen - 3ct
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Okay, one time, during a delicate wash, I went to pull my clothes out of the dryer and it was basically a spaghetti monster. Somehow, all of my delicates knotted themselves together to create a rope. Yea, that was the LAST time I did a delicate cycle...
3pk Mesh Wash Bags White - Lingerie & Garment Bags for Delicates
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Am I lazy? Yes. But like, why work harder when you can work smarter. I hang most of my stuff but for the things I do fold, I want it done quick and I prefer them all to be the same size so they easily stack up and don't risk toppling over every time ...
FlipFold Shirt & Laundry Folder
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Skip the dryer sheets and fabric softener and just get some wooly balls. These do everything your dryer sheets do, without adding any residue to your clothes. Really miss that extra smell? Throw a couple drops of your favorite essential oil on here a...
Casafield Wool Dryer Balls (Set of 6), 100% New Zealand Wool, Extra Large Organic Dryer Balls
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Never again will you was a red sock in your whites. These separators are the perfect size, a full basket is a full load. Plus the rack on top gives you a place to hang wet towels so they don't get all gross in the bottom of your hamper. Bonus, wheels...
3-Bag Rolling Laundry Sorter with Adjustable Hanging Bar
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Slightly more portable in my opinion, and my choice now that my laundry is in my bathroom. Keeps everything separate but takes up a little less space. Still has those removable bags and wheels to make it easy to move around.
Rolling Laundry Hamper with Wheels, Steel Frame, 3 Sorter Bags
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Maintenance

Even a Porsche needs regular oil changes to keep her going. So why would our clothes be any different? Proper upkeep and routine maintenance is what keeps your favorites looking fresh instead of fried. This is your closet self-care routine, because i... 

 
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I hate pilling, but it is literally inevitable. Certain fabric types are just prone to it and friction from regular wear will create pilling over time. So when your favorite starts to show some signs of wear, never fear. A simple once over with this ...
SINGER® Compact Fabric Shaver & Lint Remover
 
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My mom used to spray my white Reeboks with this when I was a kid. Not only does it protect your shoes from water, but it makes cleaning them a breeze. Think of it like rain-X but for your shoes. Dirt, water etc rolls off or wipes away easily. Keeping...
PEAK Maxshield Water-Repellent Silicone Shoe Care
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You HAVE to take care of your leather good. Belts, bags, boots, jackets ALL need a little TLC now and again to keep them from looking sad and wearing out. This kit has everything you need in it. Saddle soap, and brush to give her a good scrub, oil an...
Eagle Leather Boot Care Kit
 
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Let's be completely honest with ourselves..your feet stink. Sorry, but they do. Over time, your shoes start to hold onto that smell and it can be a little embarrassing when you take your shoes off only to have everyone hit with the smell of corn chip...
Arm & Hammer Odor Defense Fresh Scent Shoe Refresher Spray
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This is my favorite tool in my whole closet. If there is anything to invest in, this is it. Gone are the days of ironing. Steaming is way easier and way faster. Pull out a shirt only to find it wrinkled and you need to leave in 5 min? You literally h...
Sunbeam 1200W Power Steam Handheld Steamer with Shot of Steam
 
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Lint rollers are a need, but you don't need to buy them over and over again. Getting a reusable one like this will save you money and headaches over time. You never run out of rolls and can just wash it to remove any build up.
Sticky Master Reusable Lint Roller
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If you have pets, I recommend this one. She's a bit more heavy duty and can keep up with the extra demands of pet hair. Still reusable, still washable just a little bit more oomf.
Evercare Fur Erase Reusable Lint Roller
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