9 helpful clothing storage ideas

In the UK, it's safe to say the weather is changeable, and temperatures can range from single figures to 30 degrees Celsius, sometimes within weeks. That means we usually swap out clothing from storage as the seasons change. Lots of us will have a selection of spring and summer clothes that we unearth when the weather starts to warm up around April. Then, when the weather starts to cool in early October, we trade dresses, shorts, t-shirts and sandals for coats, jumpers, hats, scarves and boots.   Brits tend to have a lot of clothing lying around throughout the year that they don’t wear. So naturally, many of us struggle to fit all our clothes in our wardrobes. Some resort to stuffing bags under the bed or throwing them in any available cupboard space they can find. Storing clothes like this can damage them. To try and tackle the problem, some people resort to harsh clear-out sessions, where they have to force themselves to throw away or donate clothes because their wardrobe and drawers are simply too full. By putting clothes into storage, you don’t need to make the painful decision to throw items away. Instead, you simply store them during the months you don’t need them and get them back when the weather changes. It’s best to make sure your clothes are in good condition when you put them into storage, so we’ve put together a list of ways you can. 

Wash Clothing Properly

Clean your clothes thoroughly before they go into storage, either by using the washing machine or a local dry cleaner. Save your future self the hassle of dealing with your dirty clothes when you get them back, as they'll be in a worse way when you get them back! Another important tip - deodorant and perfume can stain clothes over time, so dealing with any stains before storing is essential to keep them in a good condition. 

Have a Clear Out

We know it can be a painful task to throw away clothes, but hear us out. A few good rules to follow:

1. If you haven’t worn something in over a year, you probably won't wear it again.
2. If items of clothing are damaged, throw them away. We know it can be hard to say goodbye to clothes you once loved, but a clear out feels really refreshing!

Maybe you’re saving something you’re hoping to fit into one day, or you think you’ll wear that statement dress again. If you’re unsure, there's always storage.

Repair Damaged Clothes

If you’ve got damaged clothes that you can’t bring yourself to throw away, repair them before they go into storage. Reattaching buttons and sewing up small holes aren’t particularly time-consuming, so do them before your clothes are put into storage to save yourself a job later. Your future self will thank you! 

Keep Delicate Clothes in Boxes

If you're planning to store items for a long time, don’t pack them into vacuum-sealed bags. They do have a lot of advantages, but items made from wool or silk don't fair well inside them for long periods (a few weeks is fine though). For more delicate items, use good quality boxes instead. 

Create a Labelling System

When you're storing a lot of clothes, consider a labelling system so you can easily find certain items. If you’re really organised, you could create an inventory list that identifies all the clothes you’ve put into storage. That way, you’ll know you haven’t lost them. 

Skip Ironing

There's no need to iron clothes before putting them into storage. Your items will be folded neatly into boxes, and, over time, creases will naturally develop. So save yourself a job now and wait to iron your clothes til you take them out of storage. 

Pack Your Clothes Carefully

Place heavy items such as shoes and bags at the bottom of the box and keep lighter items near the top. To maximise space, make sure your clothes are folded neatly. Shoving items into the box will mean you can fit fewer in. However, don't overfill your box as this could cause it to break. 

Store Clothes in the Right Place

To avoid any damage, store clothes in a dark, cool and dry environment (the LOVESPACE storage facilities are temperature-controlled and dry). 

Store Seasonal Accessories

If you’re a person who likes to accessorise with matching bags, shoes, gloves, hats and scarves, you might find these items take up a lot of space when they’re out of season. So instead of leaving them lying around unused for several months, put accessories into storage with your other clothes. 

LOVESPACE By-The-Box Clothes Storage

Follow these 8 steps and you can feel confident that your clothes will stay in the best possible condition in storage. But which storage option should you choose? LOVESPACE’s by-the-box storage solution is best for clothing and you can store without ever leaving your house. We'll come directly to your doorstep to collect your packed items. Then, we 'll take them to one of our secure storage facilities, which is monitored by 24/7 CCTV, where they'll be til you need them back. When you want your items back, simply contact us, and we’ll deliver them back to the mainland UK address of your choice. It’s that simple!  

Need To Purchase High-Quality Packing Materials?

We can send you high-quality packing materials, giving you peace of mind that your items will remain in good condition whilst they’re in storage. We'd recommend our environmentally-friendly reusable folding storage boxes for clothes and shoes.