With the arrival of cold weather, the long coats, overlooked and other bulky pieces, return to the closet. They are indispensable for winter days, but quickly make the organization of the wardrobe in a complicated task. The lack of space, the difficulty in keeping everything tidy and the need to protect pieces make this a common challenge in many houses.
When the hanger is not enough
The most common solution is to hang the coats in hangers, sometimes with protective covers or adjusting the cabinet rod to gain height. However, these strategies are not always effective. The coats may end up dragging on the wardrobe or occupying too much side space, making it difficult to tidge other pieces. Many people still try to store coats in boxes, but the volume of the pieces and the fear of creases or deformations leads to that this option is avoided.
A solution that comes from Japan
Inspired by Japanese organization methods, a technique has a prominent gain as a practical alternative to find long coats without having to hangers, says Marketeer. This approach, which privileges the efficient use of space, is based on the principles of functional and minimalist tidiness.
The idea is simple: bend the coats carefully, reducing the busy volume and better protecting the fabric. It is a way of tidying that can be done in a short time and that frees space in the wardrobe for other pieces.
The influence of Marie Kondo
The method follows the principles defended by Marie Kondo, the well -known Japanese expert in organization, who popularized the idea of conserving only the objects that “bring joy”. In this case, the technique applied to coats aims to keep tiding without sacrificing care for the piece.
The proposal gained visibility through the user Lucía Lipperheide, who shared on social networks (namely Tiktok) the way he keeps his coats following this style, combining functionality simply, according to the same source.
Step by step of the technique
The process begins by extending the jacket on a smooth surface, with the inside side facing up. You should straighten the fabric well, which helps to avoid unwanted marks and creases.
Then fold the sleeves in, parallel to the body of the coat, reducing the total width. With this base made, bend the coat in parts, as it is made with a nightgown or blanket, until you get a compact rectangle, easy to tidy up in a drawer or shelf.
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More space, less wear
One of the great advantages of this method is the immediate gain of space, suggests a. Instead of depending on hangers or large areas, long coats can be stored in shelves, boxes or even wide drawers.
In addition, this type of folding protects the shoulders from the coat, which are usually deformed with the extended weight on the hangers. It also prevents the piece from touching the floor or exposed to light and dust.
Suitable for seasonal exchanges
This method is especially useful in seasonal changes when you get the winter clothes to make way for summer, or vice versa. Folded coats can be easily stored in organizing boxes, freeing up space for other lighter pieces. It is also practical for those who have little space available in the wardrobe or who shares the closet with other family members.
Folding long coats may seem strange at first glance, but this technique shows that it is possible to maintain the organization even with bulky pieces. Following a few simple steps, it is possible to avoid chaos in the wardrobe and prolong the life of the heaviest pieces of the cold season.
A gesture that goes beyond tidying
In Japan, beating the clothes carefully is more than a matter of organization: it is a practice with symbolic value. According to Marie Kondo’s philosophy, folding a piece is a way of thanks for the use that has provided us. Therefore, the act of bending coats, even bulky, is not only seen as a trick to save space, but as a moment of respect for the object.
This type of approach reflects a more conscious way of living, where each gesture has a purpose. By applying this principle to the tidiness of long coats, we are not only maintaining the space more organized, but also to adopt a mindset that values simplicity and attention to detail, two characteristics very present in Japanese homes.
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