How to declutter a closet – 10 expert methods to tackle even the toughest, busiest or cramped clothes storage spaces

An art-deco style bedroom with a dark green built-in closet along the back wall. A bed with an orange throw over the end. .

Of all the storage areas in our homes, decluttering a closet sounds the simplest. However, with so many emotionally charged items and a vast array of garments, they can be trickier to tackle than most realize.

So, how do you declutter a closet without becoming so overwhelmed that you throw everything back in a heap?