The most optimistic will say that we may have a resurgence of warmth to extend the summer. The more realistic, meanwhile, have already swapped iced coffees for warm beverages with pumpkin flavor. Whether we like it or not, it will soon be time to bring out the woolens and put away our summer outfits. Here are some tips for properly storing your summer clothes.
The perfect environment
Clothes like dry and dark environments. If your home doesn't have a cedar-lined closet, an extraordinary solution for storing clothes and shoes without the fear of a moth infestation, several other options are available to you.
Rather than choosing to store clothes in the basement or attic, opt for a storage solution on the main floors of your home. This is because basements and attics are generally more humid and therefore prone to insects or musty odors that can permeate clothing.
Think about the unused areas of your home. Some loveseats, sofa beds, and ottomans have built-in storage that can accommodate a few items. The same goes for under beds and furniture, which are often unused. While storage boxes used to be rather unsightly, interior design retailers have created solutions that are both practical and pretty.
Sorting and cleaning
Before storing all clothes, it is essential to sort our items to perhaps dispose of some of them in an environmentally friendly way. Check with your local organizations to find out about their new donation guidelines during the pandemic.
For items that hold a privileged place in your wardrobe, make sure to clean them thoroughly before storage. Indeed, stains and odors can become permanently set on your clothes if cleaning is not addressed quickly enough. It is then important to treat each item with care and give it a good run in the washing machine or at the professional cleaner.
The right solutions
For storing jackets and dresses that cannot be deformed or that are made from delicate materials, opt for covers that will reduce friction. The same goes for hats, which will benefit from a stay in a dedicated box, all accompanied by stuffing to preserve the shape of the material.
For clothing boxes, we look for materials that will resist moisture. We then forget about cardboard boxes and overly airtight plastics. Consider fabric chests with zippers or baskets made of textile.
To prevent bed bugs or moths from settling in your beloved items, place a few drops of lavender or cedar essential oils directly on the clothes, or add lavender sachets. These two natural oils have repellent properties for our crawling friends.
