As the warmer months approach, it is the perfect time to swap out your winter clothes. Packing away all those warm coats and winter hats will create plenty of space for your summer wardrobe, and keeping your closet organized will also help keep your favorite winter outfits in great shape for the following year.
By rotating your wardrobe and storing off-season clothing properly, you can stay organized, protect your clothes from wear and tear, and make getting dressed each day so much easier. Here are some tips from the storage experts at Secure Self Storage.
Why Proper Clothing Storage Matters
How you store your clothes matters just as much as where you store them. Taking time to store your winter clothes away helps keep your wardrobe in great shape. Proper clothing storage plays an important role in preserving the quality and longevity of your clothes.
Heat, humidity, and poor storage can cause fabrics to fade, lose their shape, or even develop mold or mildew. That is why it’s important to keep clothes in a cool, dry, organized space so they look their best for years to come.
If you need more space to store your winter clothes during the summer months, a storage unit at Secure Self Storage could be the answer. Our climate-controlled units ensure that your wardrobe will remain organized and safe no matter the season.
What Clothes Should Be Stored for the Summer?
Winter clothing can easily overcrowd your closet if left year-round. Winter items tend to be bulky and thicker, so they naturally require more space than lighter-season items.
Winter Clothing That Takes Up the Most Space
Here is a list of specific winter items that may be in your closet now, which you can get ready to store away for summer in the coming months:
- Heavy coats
- Puffer jackets
- Sweaters
- Scarves
- Gloves
- Winter boots
Since these items are often made with dense fabrics and insulation, they need more care and space when storing. A storage unit at Self-Secure Storage can provide much-needed space for bulky winter clothes, and with a variety of unit sizes available, we can accommodate all your cold-weather gear.
How to Prepare Clothes Before Storing Them
At Secure Self Storage, we say that a little prep goes a long way. These three simple steps can help you prepare your clothes before storage to ensure they remain in their best condition:
- Wash and dry every item you plan to store. This way, the clothes will be rid of any dirt, oils, and lingering odors.
- Sort through your clothing to declutter and donate any items you no longer wear.
- Ensure clothes are completely dry before packing them away. Any moisture in the clothes can lead to mold or mildew.
Why Climate-controlled Storage Is Ideal for Clothing
Clothing is more sensitive than we think; temperature and humidity changes can negatively affect it, which is why climate-controlled storage units like those at Secure Self Storage are a smart choice.
A climate-controlled storage unit helps maintain consistent conditions that protect fabrics from damage. It offers protection year-round. Especially if you live in an area with hot summers and cold winters, a space like this can ease your mind, whatever the weather.
Store Your Seasonal Wardrobe Safely and Stress-free
Taking these extra steps to organize and store your winter clothes now can mean less stress later and keep your clothes fresh, clean, and ready to wear when winter comes around again. If you’re looking to store away some of your bulky winter clothes for the warmer months, Secure Self Storage’s climate-controlled storage units are the perfect solution. Contact us today to see how we can help you stay organized and clutter-free all year long.