No matter how many you have, finding the best handbag storage ideas for your collection can be tricky. Here are some of the best storage solutions for all sorts of handbags – with ideas for every space you might want or need to use. Get started now, and pick the right one for yours.
Issues With Storing Handbags
These all need to be carefully considered when picking storage – because they could cause problems if not planned up front:
- They’re all different shapes and sizes (larger bags can be hard to store properly)
- They can come in a variety of fabrics that may need different care and therefore different storage potentially.
- They can be used often, or infrequently – so storage areas may be multiple as you’ll need easy access to at least a few of them.
- They can be bulky – especially when you have quite a few.
Things To Do When Storing Handbags
- Make sure they’re empty before storing.
- Make sure they’re clean inside and out.
- Allow for air to circulate where they’re stored so that they don’t get damp or attract mildew.
- Help them to keep their shape by stuffing them (use tissue paper that’s not got print on – not newspaper!).
- Ideally put the straps inside the bag to keep them neat – but if the handles are more rigid, allow them not to be cramped into the storage you pick, otherwise they’ll lose their shape.
- Use a dust protector storage bag for precious bags – or alternatively use a cotton pillow case.
- Store separately so that bags don’t mark or scratch each other
- Store away from sunlight so that bags don’t fade.
- Store where they’re easy to use (you may well need to swap your contents over regularly if you change them often).
Related: Things To Consider When Choosing Storage For Anything In Your Home
Best Storage Ideas For Handbags
Wardrobe Hanging Storage for Handbags
Using some of the hanging space in your wardrobe is a great option for storing handbags out of the way, and using up extra vertical space you may not otherwise be using.
One of the most popular choices for this type of storage is a hanger unit that allows several handbags to be stored in a vertical way as it takes up the least amount of space.
This also works well as it doesn’t use the actual handles of the handbag for hanging them – they just slot into a space – and so these don’t get damaged.
It’s not good if you want to ensure the handbags keep their shape well – as the clothes in the wardrobe could squash into them.
It’s also not a great solution for more than a few bags, or any particularly heavy bags though.
Wardrobe Shelf Storage Solutions For Handbags
And easy idea is to use the shelf space above the hanging space (or below!) to house your handbags.
I would always suggest, however, to split them up into sections using shelf dividers so no bag gets damaged by another, and each has a clear space for itself.
Over Door Storage for Handbags
A great alternative to using a wardrobe is using the door space – with over door storage – and it’s ideal if your wardrobe space is limited.
However, be aware that these will be able to attract dust more readily, and also have more light so could fade (a solution would be to house each in a dust bag that’s opaque).
Hooks For Storing Handbags
Individual hooks (or using a row of hooks) work well in small spaces – as they are an easy way to create extra storage – or if you only have one or two items in your handbag collection.
One hook can be useful for storing the handbag you’re currently using – so you know exactly where to find it each morning (and it’s a great idea to match the hook to your home decor).
Bag Storage Ideas for Handbags
Along the same lines as using fabric dust bags, you can get plastic storage bags for your handbags that keep them dust free and clean.
This could be a good option for luxury or designer handbag storage ideas.
Shelf or Bookcase Handbag Storage
Simply using a shelf or bookcase is a great option for storage that displays your bags – if you want to see them easily.
Be aware that any light will potentially cause fading though.
A great way to make sure each bag has it’s own storage space is to use cubby hole type shelving (IKEA’s KALLAX range is a great option for this) – so you can add one bag to each square.
You could go one step further with this and have each bag in a storage container within each square. This would hide them away if you prefer not to have them on show.
Some options for this would be magazine holders, or size specific storage bins.
Rack storage ideas for Clutches
Lastly – you may well have a few small bags, or clutch bags. These still need storing carefully so they stay in great shape and don’t get damaged. As such, the best way to store these is to have a rack for them.
Each to see at a glance what you’ve got – and the rack would fit well on a shelf or in a deep drawer.
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FAQs For Handbag Storage:
How many handbags should you own?
Women own an average of 14 bags in the UK, but whether you have more or less is really more dependant on your lifestyle.
You may have different styles for work, socialising, events etc… – and more than one for each, to match different outfits (colours, styles etc).
Ideally have bags that match a variety of outfits – and keep to a minimum for the sake of storage!
How Do You Store Bags In A Small Room?
When you’re working with any small space, you have to look at it from every angle so you pick the right storage solution.
Look at storing handbags vertically – using the height in a room. Hang in a line, for example – and you can get some brilliant hangers that work in a wardrobe to keep them out of sight.
Another good option for a small room would be to store them in a box under a storage bed.
How Do You Store Handbags Properly?
Firstly, make sure they’re clean and empty before storing, and that you’re going to store them where air can circulate (to avoid them getting damp or mildew on them).
Next, look at keeping the handbags shape as much as possible. To do this you can stuff them with scrunched up paper, and then put the straps inside the bag if possible to protect them and keep them neat.
Lastly, make sure you store it in the right way for the material the fabric the handbag is made from so that you avoid fading / scratches etc…
Don’t allow handbags to touch each other as they can easily mark, and make sure you only hang bags where the straps won’t get damaged/bent out of shape.
Which of these handbag storage ideas do you like best for your home?
Hopefully there’s something that will work perfectly for the space and the types of handbags you’ve got to store.
Have fun creating your own handbag storage!
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