How to Design a His & Hers Wardrobe
Check out our tips, suggestions and key measurements for creating an efficient and well organised his and hers wardrobe
Organised storage is the key to a clutter-free and easy-to-maintain wardrobe. For achieving an efficient wardrobe design that ensures maximum functionality, it is essential to design the internal layout of a his and hers wardrobe in a couple’s bedroom according to the requirements of its users.
- Introduce multiple shelves with a gap of 12–15 inches between each shelf for keeping items such as T-shirts, shirts, tops, accessories, purses and so on.
- In case a couple has to share a common wardrobe, then demarcate the his and hers zone with an internal partition or with sectional drawers between both the zones.
What are the basic measurements of a his and hers wardrobe?
The internal layout of a his and hers wardrobe should be such that all the clothing and accessories are easily visible and accessible.
His wardrobe
The internal layout of a his and hers wardrobe should be such that all the clothing and accessories are easily visible and accessible.
His wardrobe
- The minimum vertical height for hanging formal shirts and trousers should be 40 inches.
- Shirts require a wardrobe depth of 24 inches while coats require a depth of 28 inches. Do not hang your coats with your shirts because coats are wider than shirts; the sleeves of the coat may get stuck within the door-panels of the wardrobe.
- Introduce open shelves for keeping folded T-shirts and sweaters. The depth of the shelf for stacking shirts should be minimum 12 inches while the shelf for sweaters should be at least 15 inches.
- Introduce a shallow pull-out drawer or tray with inserts (square dividers), like in the image above, for keeping ties, belts, cufflinks, sunglasses, watches or even socks so that they do not get mixed up or slide about. This arrangement will enable a full view of all the contents of the drawer.
Her wardrobe
- The vertical clearance for hanging women’s clothing like gowns, kurtas or long dresses should range from 66 to 72 inches. Use velvet-covered hangers for dresses and saris.
- Hang your saris, formal shirts and trousers in smaller vertical sections of 40-inch height.
- Create a compartment for handbags and purses such that the handbags are stored in an upright position. Measure the maximum height of the handbag you possess to determine the height of the shelf.
- Introduce open shelves for keeping folded clothes such as tops, jeans and other casual wear. There should be a clearance of at least 12 to 15 inches between each shelf.
- Go for a shallow tray with drawer inserts to neatly organise accessories like bangles, makeup, necklaces, belts, earrings, sunglasses, watches and so on.
- It is not advisable to store your footwear in open shelves within the wardrobe (as in western countries) because in India, our footwear are prone to trapping a lot of dust and bacteria from the outdoors. Keep your shoes in a separate cabinet or dedicate a lower drawer for your shoes.
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- Consider a 5-inch-high drawer for storing accessories.
- An 8-inch-high drawer is suitable for keeping undergarments and socks.
- If you intend to store the seasonal winter sweaters, sweatshirts or blankets within closed drawers, then the minimum height of the drawer should be 12 inches.
What are the Best Material Finishes for Wardrobes?
What Are the Ideal Wardrobe Measurements?
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What are the most common mistakes you think people make when organising their wardrobes? Let us know in the Comments section below.
- The wardrobes for a man and a woman should be tailor-made with accurate dimensions for storage of men and women’s clothing.
- Measure the maximum length of your clothes that you wish to hang (especially when it comes to women’s saris, dresses or gowns) and then decide the length of the vertical hanger sections of the wardrobe.
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