What if the closet could be a window? That is, a window to see deeper into a homeowner's personality without adding clutter to the space. Reese Witherspoon's space is the perfect example.
The actress worked on her closet organization idea with The Home Edit to design a section showcasing her collection of paraphernalia from Legally Blonde. A picture on Instagram shows the highly curated layout. On the left side, a rail is home to the hot pink garments Witherspoon wore throughout the beloved film. Above it, a shelf houses a coordinating hat. Shoe-sized shelves store shoes, jewelry, and a pink pillbox hat. On the lower hanging rail, a scarf and a bag fit for Elle Woods's Chihuahua add to the gallery of accessories.
I've always thought of closets as purely for storage, but Witherspoon's space changed my mind. The clever use of space transforms the actress from simple organization into a personal archive. The built-ins act as easy display space, while the white-painted walls make each item stand out in its uniqueness and beauty. In this way, it's a masterclass in how to showcase a collection without taking up space in the rest of your home.
The Closet Organization Edit
These clear plastic storage bins are an easy way to categorize and store your items, whether they are on display or stacked away in a cupboard, they will help you reduce mess. Their transparent surface is perfect for turning your closet into a personal museum.
These rattan baskets can be a preferable storage solution for clothes and shoes. They would look beautiful either on the floor, or on shelves in a closet for eye-catching hidden storage.
This easy-hanging organizer brings both quality and aesthetics for a natural and stylish look. It's the perfect place to keep your sweaters neat and organized.
Though interior design trends have moved away from minimalism, it can still feel too busy to keep an entire personal archive out in a room. Choosing to store your mini museum in a closet, rather than in a living room or bedroom allows for easy viewing without crowding the home.
Furthermore, the Legally Blonde section of Reese's closet inspired me to think about storing my clothes in terms of the 'era' of my life they are from or their purpose. For instance, I have a section in my closet for evening wear, a section for professional clothing, and a section for going-out clothes. This makes it easy to find what you are looking for no matter the event, and creates cohesive zones of items that have a similar look. To recreate this style, invest in built-ins and storage containers that allow you to show off your items, and then organize them by purpose.
Reese Witherspoon's space shows that the closet is more than functional; it's a living, breathing archive of different periods of your life expressed through clothing. The best organization reflects this.
