The KonMari method, developed by Japanese organization expert Marie Kondo, has become a worldwide sensation in recent years thanks to its effectiveness in transforming people’s homes and lives. His practical and easy-to-follow approach it allows anyone, regardless of their level of organization, to transform their home and live happier and less stressful.
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If your closet is full of unused, cluttered, and overwhelming clothes, then the KonMari method is perfect for you. In this article, we offer you the definitive guide to transform your wardrobe with the KonMari method in 5 simple steps.
Step 1: Start with the preparation
Before you start organizing your closet, it’s important that you take the time to prepare yourself mentally and physically. Marie Kondo recommends starting by visualizing your ideal home and how you would like your closet to be. This will help you focus on your goal and stay motivated throughout the process.
Step 2: Get rid of what does not serve you
The next step is to get rid of everything that doesn’t serve you, doesn’t suit you, or doesn’t make you happy. This means that you have to take everything out of your closet and make a careful selection. Hold each piece of clothing in your hands and ask yourself if it makes you happy or not. If the answer is no, then get rid of it. You can donate, sell or give away the clothes you no longer need.
Step 3: Organize by categories
Once you’ve eliminated everything that doesn’t make you happy, it’s time to start organizing your closet by category. Marie Kondo recommends starting with clothing, and then moving on to other elements such as shoes, accessories, bags, etc. By organizing by category, you ensure you have a complete picture of what you have, which will help you decide what to keep and what not.
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Step 4: Create adequate storage spaces
Once you’ve organized your clothing and other items into categories, it’s important to create appropriate storage spaces for each category. Marie Kondo recommends using boxes or containers to store your clothes so that they you can see them easily and they don’t crowd one on top of the other. She also suggests folding your clothes so that they stand upright, rather than stacked, allowing you to see everything you have.
Step 5: Keep your closet tidy
The last step is to keep your closet organized. To achieve this, it’s important that you commit to regularly reviewing and maintaining your closet. Marie Kondo recommends doing a deep clean in your closet at least once a year, and spend a few minutes a day to keep it organized.
