10 walk-in wardrobe ideas to help you create your dream dressing

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1750769410120{margin-bottom: 1rem !important;}”]Whether it’s a Kondo-influenced need to create order, or celebrities showing off their luxury closets, wardrobes are big news.

BY

ALISON DAVIDSON

AND AMANDA MORGAN2 JUL 2020.

We’ve been in love with walk-in wardrobes since Carrie Bradshaw opened hers to the world in Sex and The City. Now, making space for one in your own home could be easier than you think.

Once the domain of Hollywood divas, walk-in wardrobes, dressing rooms or walk-in closets, now rank high on the UK’s lust list of dream spaces. And you can see why. Whether you’re a label lover looking for statement

storage

to show off your collections, want to free up space in your

bedroom

by getting rid of bulky drawers and cupboards, or are simply looking to clear the clutter, these custom closets tick all the boxes.

You might not have racks of designer clothes or a stash of expensive handbags, but it’s still worth creating stylish storage and a tidy space for your belongings. Whatever space you have, bespoke fixtures and fittings will immediately up the

luxe factor

.

When designing your room, think about your clothing and storage needs and plan your walk-in wardrobe around them. Opt for dual-level hanging areas (tall for trousers and dresses; short for shirts and tops), racks or boxes for shoes, deep shelves for jumpers, and drawers to keep undies and pyjamas out of sight. And don’t forget about jewellery – a thin pullout drawer is ideal.

If you have space, a

stylish accent chair

in a sumptuous fabric will add wow factor (and give you somewhere to sit to fasten your shoes), along with a dressing table or vanity area for make-up. Don’t forget a full-length mirror or two so you can view your outfit from all angles.[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”3839″ img_size=”large” css=””][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1750769330002{margin-top: 2rem !important;margin-bottom: 1rem !important;}”]

1. SPARE BEDROOM

With a spare bedroom or kids having flown the nest, this could be the ideal time to create your very own walk-in wardrobe and, if you have the funds, bespoke is the way to go. The best idea is to use part of an adjacent room – perhaps a larger bedroom next door. If you can afford to fully sacrifice a spare room, lay it out as a luxury dressing room, with the benefit of a window, seating and even a dressing table. It can always be converted back to a bedroom when you decide to sell,’ explains House Beautiful expert and architect, Greg Toon.

This sublime walk-in closet from John Lewis of Hungerford (below) could be fitted in a spare room, or even at the end of a long corridor. Pull-out racks make selecting shoes a breeze, tall and short hanging racks provide for dresses and blouses, and a range of drawers and shelves will tuck away everything else.[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”3840″ img_size=”large” css=””][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1750769529129{margin-top: 2rem !important;margin-bottom: 1rem !important;}”]

2. TIGHT CORNERS

Awkward corners, alcoves and sloping

ceilings

can be a challenge, but bespoke units, such as this wardrobe from Sharps, will make the most of every inch.[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”3842″ img_size=”large” css=””][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1750769891591{margin-top: 2rem !important;margin-bottom: 1rem !important;}”]

3. STORAGE TO SPARK JOY

One for the

Marie Kondos

out there – keep wardrobe clutter to a minimum with clear-fronted drawers and sliding racks. Insert into an existing built-in wardrobe, or even under the stairs.

There are lots of companies that will work with you to build your dream closet to an individual spec, with a space for everything from bras to boots! If you’re doing it yourself, look at retailers such as

Ikea

,

String

and

Elfa

– they have racking systems you can customise to your needs. With the Elfa system, available from Store, you can start small and add to it piece by piece as required.[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”3843″ img_size=”large” css=””][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1750769956236{margin-top: 2rem !important;margin-bottom: 1rem !important;}”]

4. PROTECT AND PRESERVE

They might have a swanky new home, but your clothes still need looking after, especially if you’ve opted for open shelving. Store jumpers in clear plastic bags (to keep moths at bay), wrap gloves and hats in acid-free tissue and store in labelled boxes. Shoes can go in clear, plastic, stackable boxes and handbags will thank you for being kept in a fabric bag.[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”3844″ img_size=”large” css=””][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1750770103539{margin-top: 2rem !important;margin-bottom: 1rem !important;}”]

5. FROM BEDROOM TO BOUDOIR

Your walk-in wardrobe should be as individual as you are. Add your stamp with fab finishing touches, boutique-chic furnishings and swoon-worthy accessories, for a dressing room that (almost) keeps up with the Kardashians![/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”3846″ img_size=”large” css=””][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1750770233153{margin-top: 2rem !important;margin-bottom: 1rem !important;}”]

6. KEEP IT NEAT