In time for the new season – how to clean your wardrobe properly

Laura Scholz

4/9/2024

Translation: Eva Francis

Let’s face it, when was the last time you cleaned your wardrobe? Longer ago than you’d like to admit? Then it’s about time to get cleaning.

It breaks my summer-loving heart, but autumn is just around the corner. And with it, the inevitable transition from light and airy clothes to strategically selected layered looks. The perfect time to (finally?) give your wardrobe a deep clean.

How often should you clean your wardrobe?

Twice a year – for example when spring turns into summer and when autumn turns into winter – is more than enough. But make sure to do it properly.

Wardrobe cleaning tips

Step 1: Everything out! This sounds time-consuming, but emptying your wardrobe completely is ultimately the most efficient approach – while also giving you an honest overview of your belongings. And while you’re at it, why not take the opportunity to get rid of items you don’t wear anymore?

Here’s a great way to go through your clothes and keep only your favourite pieces:

Step 3: Once you’ve thoroughly cleaned all the surfaces, corners and crevices of your wardrobe, the annoying part’s already done. The only thing left to do now is dry the surfaces with a microfibre cloth and let the wardrobe air out with the doors open for at least an hour, if possible.

Once all the shelves are completely dry and well aired out, you’re done and can start putting your selected favourites back into your wardrobe. It wasn’t that bad, was it?

Looking for ways to store your clothes in a compact and organised way? Here’s how you can do so:

Here’s one last piece of advice. Good air circulation is important to prevent musty smells. In other words, make sure your textiles have room to breathe and don’t stuff your wardrobe full to the top. On top of this, open the wardrobe doors and create a temporary draught while you’re airing the room.

Laura Scholz

Senior Editor

Laura.Scholz@digitecgalaxus.ch

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