When moving, we often think of the big things; furniture, books, plates, artwork…but neglect the closet!  And to think we approach it every day to get dressed… Well, surely you’ll need to put on some clothes after moving into your new home, and that task will probably be higher on your list of priorities than unpacking china at the start of operation settle-in. 

 

There are many ways to get your clothes moved over to your new closet.  They’ve all got their pros and cons, so chose the method that suits your personality, and situation, the best.

Wardrobe boxes.  These are top-notch. For the things that absolutely can’t get wrinkled, like business or special event clothing, getting a few wardrobe boxes are a must.  Get the whole family to share the space in these to save a few pennies. The video above shows how to pack a wardrobe carton.

Suitcases.  This is probably the best way to transport clothing – after all, this is what they were designed for.  In this case, pack as you would for a vacation, only don’t worry so much about layering and having enough undies for the trip.  Just keep things organized, and label if necessary so you’ll know where to find things when you need to unpack.  Also remember to roll, not fold, to increase the space capacity.  This method will keep clothes safe, but won’t help with wrinkles, so not recommended for fancy things like suites or ball gowns.

No matter what method you use, remember the following:

Keep clothes organized and labeled. This will help your unpacking project at the other end of the tunnel.

Secure the packing job.  Use tape to seal boxes and tie plastic bags so that clothes don’t go flying all over the place during the move.

Remember to bring enough to wear on the trip.  If your move will take a few days, keep a smaller bag of clothing that will be sufficient to keep you dressed and feeling clean on the way.  Don’t accidentally pack everything away and bury it deep within the truck, where you won’t have access to it for a looong time.