By Cheryl Chenault Home Photos by Alicia Santistevan

Storage tip 3 It’s less dusty behind doors, keep Storage tip 1 seasonal items, o u t i q u e Use thin hangers handbags and with velvet covering infrequently used to minimize slipping items here. and maximize Storage space. Tip 2 Storage tip 5 b o u d o i r Add a battery Mirror reflects light powered light and makes the closet b fixture to see feel larger, plus you Tune up your closet for Fall better in dark can check accessories corners. up close.

o room in the house expresses personality and style like your clothes closet. N For some, it’s the only area they can call their own, and it can be a source of daily inspiration or despair depending on the state of affairs found in Storage Tip 4 it. If your closet doesn’t excite you, it’s time for a tune-up or a maybe complete A countertop makeover. Here are some design ideas worth considering. provides a handy place to display While a place to sit or drape clothes when dressing is a luxury, a full length perfume bottles mirror is a must. You can also add mirror to the back wall of shelving to reflect and daily use light and make the closet feel larger. Lighting and ventilation are also key items.

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Do you like to charge or store gadgets what your wearing next, and drawers overnight? Consider an electrical outlet with a keyed lock provide peace of above a chest of drawers to create a mind for jewelry and passports. An countertop charging station. Space to area to keep everything in one place — display handbags, scarves, belts and to clothing tags, receipts and extra buttons organize your shoes is also important. — is a real bonus. Finally, consider If dust is a concern, add glass doors keeping intimate items and lingerie in or include decorative storage bins to the bathroom for easy access and to free protect things. A center island is great up space in the closet. for folding and can hide a suitcase or Your closet doesn’t need to be Storage Tip 6 seasonal clothing underneath. large, it just needs to be organized. Add a keyed lock Group like clothing items and then It’s your closet. Take charge and find to protect jewelry sort by color from light to dark. A slide that favorite blouse that went missing and valuables. out valet hook works well to display awhile back. RM

H e a d e r Top, a place for everything and everything in its place. Drawers with dividers and a lock keep valuables organized and safe; Left, a white backdrop provides contrast to see each pair of shoes. Storage Tip 7 Designate a place to Special thanks to Betsy Miller for sharing store your receipts, her fabulous closet. extra buttons and garment care Closet design by Betsy Miller and information. construction by John Brink Construction Inc. Cheryl Chenault is a ASID Registered Interior Designer. 54 r e n o Magazine.com