Is your closet bursting at the seams? As the weather warms up, there’s no better time to clear out the clutter and make space for your spring and summer wardrobe. Seasonal closet rotation is more than just a tidy-up — it’s a chance to refresh your style, evaluate what you actually wear, and create a more functional, inspiring space.

Let’s dive into practical tips that will help you make the switch with ease:

• Schedule time to organize: When the weather begins to steadily change, set aside a few uninterrupted hours to dedicate to the task. Pro tip: schedule an appointment with yourself.
• Try the Mountain Method: Take all your clothing out and pile it on your bed by category – tops, bottoms, shoes, etc. – so you can see everything at once. This makes it easier to assess what you have. Pro tip: use clear leaf bags to collect your donations.
• Sort and edit: Handle one item at a time. Be honest! Do you love it? Does it fit? Did you wear it this season? Donate or sell items you aren’t wearing or no longer fit. Discard any items that are stained, ripped or have broken zippers/missing buttons. Pro tip: donate damaged items to a local textile recycler.
• Store off-season clothing: Before putting clothing into storage, ensure all items are clean and dry to prevent mold or mildew. If using storage containers, include moisture absorbents and cedar or lavender sachets to help repel pests and keep clothes smelling fresh. To save space, use vacuum-sealed bags for bulky items. Pro tip: Hang jackets and coats on wide shoulder hangers and fold sweaters and knits.
• Organize your closet: To get ready for the spring/summer season, introduce lighter fabrics, bright colours and transitional layers into your closet. Update shoes and accessories for the new season. Organize in a way that makes sense to you such as by category (e.g. work, athletic, social). Pro tip: use shelf dividers to keep folded items organized on shelves.
• Set a limit: Use hangers to set a limit with the amount of clothing you keep. When the hangers are full, it’s time to donate an item. If you’re unsure about certain items, put them back into your closet with a different colour/type of hanger. If the hanger hasn’t been changed by the next season, it’s time to donate the item. Pro tip: use velvet hangers to save space and stop items from falling off the hanger.

A refreshed wardrobe can bring clarity to your mornings and energy to your day. By taking time now to rotate your closet for spring, you’ll enjoy a more organized space that reflects the season ahead.

For help with your closet refresh, request our Spring Wardrobe Checklist – a handy, printable guide customized for the Golden Horseshoe climate – to keep your seasonal rotation simple and stress-free. If you’d rather have expert support, we’re happy to help you plan and implement your spring organizing goals. Let’s make your closet work better for you this season.