How to Decorate a Closet: 7 Creative Ways to Personalize Your Space

Your closet, no matter the size, should be a space that feels uniquely you. After all, it’s where your outfits – and confidence – come to life at the beginning of each day. Why settle for a dull, cluttered closet when you can transform it into something that feels as personalized and inspiring as the wardrobe it holds?

From bold pops of color to chic, styled shelves, our creative and professional design touches can turn your closet into a space that reflects your personality and makes you excited to use each day.

We’ve compiled seven Inspired Closets designer-approved tips on how to decorate a closet without sacrificing function. Check them out below.

1. Add a Pop of Color

A little color can go a long way in making your closet feel fresh, fun, and inspiring. Color also affects your emotions and sets the mood for your mornings, which makes it a key consideration for any closet decorating projects.

Whether you prefer a bold statement or a subtle accent, our designers can help you identify the perfect hues to match your style and existing closet decorations. Here’s how we can work with you to include color in your closet:

2. Opt for Aesthetic Hangers or Wall Hooks

If your closet is cluttered with cheap, mismatched plastic hangers, they’ve got to go! Consider swapping them for sleek, matching velvet, wood, or gold metal hangers — whichever feels most like you. These options give your closet an instantly more polished, high-end feel while keeping clothes from slipping off the hanger and preventing the dreaded shoulder bump.

Expertly placed wall hooks can also stand in for hangers when it comes to your handbags, scarves, and hats. Our designers can incorporate them seamlessly into your custom closet design to keep accessories off the floor and within reach while maintaining a clean, elegant look.

3. Soften the Space With Textures

Whether you love contemporary polish or that cozy, lived-in feel, the right mix of materials can transform your space into a true extension of you. Below are some of our expert designers’ suggestions for adding texture in a way that speaks to your unique aesthetic.

4. Upgrade the Lighting

From ambient and accent lighting to task and natural light, our design team knows how important lighting is when it comes to personalizing your closet. Whether you prefer warm, cozy vibes or a sleek, modern aesthetic, the right lighting choices can make a closet feel uniquely yours. If you want to upgrade your lighting, here are some simple solutions our design team suggests.

5. Incorporate Mirrors

Whether framed with a decorative finish or incorporated into closet doors, our designers use mirrors as a clever way to reflect your style and bring a sense of luxury and personalization to your closet. With a closet mirror, you can check your outfit from every angle and also make the space feel bigger and brighter.

Here’s how you can include mirrors as part of your closet decoration:

• Full-length mirrors as permanent fixtures: Mirrors can be seamlessly worked into your closet design as part of a cabinet door or a dedicated panel without taking up any extra space.
• Standalone or hanging mirrors: If you don’t have as much space to work with, we can help you choose the perfect standalone or hanging mirror to improve your closet’s functionality.

6. Style Shelves and Display Accessories

Thoughtful shelf displays are a fun and clever way to express yourself. With our custom solutions, our designers can help you showcase your accessories and décor while keeping everything organized.

• Stylish open shelves: Arrange your shoes, handbags, and jewelry on open shelves where they’ll be reachable and beautifully laid out. If you have extra space, framed photos, books, faux plants, and vases make excellent closet decorations that bring in a bit of personality without crowding the shelves.
• Jewelry trays: Our built-in jewelry trays keep your necklaces, rings, and bracelets neatly arranged and create an elegant, boutique-like feel. Not your style? You can also use clear display boxes or standalone jewelry organizers that keep your accessories visible and neatly arranged while infusing your own eclectic flair.
• Bowls and decorative standalone trays: For a curated look, you can even mix and match accessories with your clothing storage. Layer in some decorative trays or bowls for small items like wallets, scarves, hats, or watches. This is a great way to make your accessories feel like part of the décor.

7. Add Plants

If you’re a plant lover, your closet is the perfect place to add a touch of nature. A little greenery can bring life to the area, making it feel fresh and fun.

• Potted plants: Small potted plants like snake plants, pothos, or ZZ plants are perfect closet decorations for low-light spaces and can thrive on your shelf without much attention.
• Faux vines and floral garlands: Faux plants are an excellent alternative for closets without much natural light. Vines or floral garlands can be hung along shelves or draped across the closet for a soft, stylish texture that feels cozy, inviting, and truly yours.