How to pack away your summer clothes

Jun 15, 2023

As summer creeps to a close - it’s almost time to think about getting your wardrobe ready for autumn! But before you embark on the big seasonal switchover, Alice Beer is joining us with her guide to packing your clothes away like a pro. From folding hacks, to space-saving ideas - she’s got all of the top tips you need.

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Sort to sell - Clothes you don’t wear or that don’t fit. You will have to store to sell on second hand clothing sites as it is not a good time to sell summer things.

Clean - Clean clothes as dirt and bacteria attract creatures and soaps, deodorant and sun cream will stain if left on the material.

Dry - this is the most important as even the slightest moisture will trigger mould.

Acid free tissue paper - to prevent staining

Silica gel to - absorb and control moisture

Anti moth items such as cedar wood and lavender - You can go natural or pre-made.

Cedarwood Natural Moth Repellent Kit Lavender Natural Oil£9.95, Amazon

Suitcases - If you have to store your case, you might as well store it full.

Packing Cubes - Easy to sort items into categories then put them in the case

Vacuum bags - Make sure to pick good quality so they last and don’t break

Vacuum Clothes and Duvet Storage Tote Bag£22.99, Lakeland

Home Storage CubesFrom £15.99, Zara

Depending on what you are storing or where. Rolling can be space saving but takes more time than just lying flat and is not suitable for delicate fabrics

Use sticky labels on the outside where you can see or tie tags so you dont have to pull everything out.

Storage bags with see through sides

Storage Bags with Large Clear Windows£14.97, Amazon

Underbed Jumbo Storage Bag£12 John Lewis

Under Storage Plastic Boxes£10 Wilko

End of Bed Ottoman£14, Wilko

Lakeland Cotton Under Bed Storage£16.99, Lakeland

Bamboo Storage£12.60, John Lewis