When you go to a nice clothing store, they have the uncanny ability to make even plain white t-shirts feel refined. Crisp. Clean. Simple. Quality. They simply fold khaki pants on a table and make them look artisan-crafted.
In my opinion, it isn't the store's atmosphere or their price tags. It's their attention to each article of clothing.
And their hangers.
Which is why I set out to find my own set of dark wooden hangers. I wanted the type of closet where you walk in and love everything you see. I wanted to feel the same excitement and appreciation for my clothes that I did at the store and when I brought each hand-chosen, carefully-paid-for piece home.
My sister, Paige bought me my first set of 10 deep, cherry-stained hangers. At about $1 a piece, you can't go wrong with wooden hangers. With hangers like that--you begin to value each of your clothes. Just like those expensive stores do. My $5 t-shirt from Brebeuf Jesuit can look like it's worth $50 just by resting itself on one those lovely wooden perches.
The result? Not only do I love my closet and getting dressed, but I spend a lot less money on clothes.
My brother Grant's old jean jacket used to hide in the back of my closet on its wire hanger, only to emerge when I was feeling particularly nostalgic. Now, hanging on a beautiful wooden hanger, I think "Wow, I love this cute cropped jacket! How great would that look with my skinny jeans? Or red dress? Or new skirt? Or that plain white t-shirt?"
Check out this swoonful blog entry with some fabulous pictures to give you other ideas on how to create a chic and sophisticated closet. I adore the idea of a large mirror leaning against the wall; knobs to hang a single, chic piece of clothing; and especially the worn, vintage ladder. (By the way, they whole-heartedly support my wooden hanger claim): A Tailored Shop At Home
Hang up your clothes in style. It'll change your whole perspective.
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