The 18 Wardrobe Gadgets Fashion People Always Rely On
Show me someone who doesn't like to make their life easier, and you'll be showing me a liar. There are shortcuts some of us purposefully seek out for a breezier time (read: more minutes in bed), and those are the ones you particularly need at this time of year when the schedule is chaotic.
It's in these moments that you a) deserve to know how to have a capsule wardrobe and use it to get ready in a few short moments and b) that you need to lean on a few clever items that do a lot of the prep work, the legwork and the faffing around for you. A worker is nothing without their tools, and no matter how organised or efficient you may be, it's always worth investing in the gadgets that are top of the range and are going to help—not hinder—your busy calendar.
So keep reading to see and shop the best wardrobe gadgets—from the awesome steamer fashion people swear by to the ingenious item that keeps your sweaters looking brand-new.
The Best Wardrobe Gadgets:
1. Steamery Cirrus 3 Iron Steamer
This is the high-tech steamer fashion editors swear by—not only is it super effective, quiet and economical, but it also looks aesthetically pleasing. A hybrid between a steamer and and iron, you'll never want to get out an ironing board again after trying this.
2. The Urban Mill Pack of 10 Space Saving Wardrobe Hanger Organisers
If you haven't got a lot of wardrobe space, then these clever multi-hangers are key. Instead of piling all your clothes on one hanger, keep them separate and then simply hook them on so you can hang multiple shirts, blazer or trousers at once.
3. LG Styler S3WF Steam Clothing Care System
This clever contraption is one of those items you'll invest in, and use forever. Monikh owns one and it's basically an at-home dry cleaner that'll freshen up all of your favourite clothes. For those with expensive designer pieces or more delicate items that need extra care, this is ideal to make sure your clothes look better for longer.
4. Korbond Hemming Web
Trouser hems come down so easily, but rather than waiting for a tailor or banishing them to the pile that will never ever see the light of day again, simply cut off a strip of this bonded webbing and iron your hem back into place in an instant.
5. Dunelm Set of 2 Vacuum Storage Bags
Vacuum bags will be your best friend when it comes to the seasonal wardrobe switch. Throw in what you don't currently need and suck all the air out with a hoover to save space. It also stops your clothes from getting moisture and damp from the air into them.
6. Acana Hanging Moth Repeller and Lavender Freshener
Even if you think you don't have moths, you never know when they might strike, so it's best to just fend them off to begin with. There are hundreds of moth-repelling gadgets out there, but these have served me and my rails well so far. Look out for the fact that the purple dye turns white when they need replacing—a handy reminder.
7. The White Company Pilling Comb
One of my favourite little inventions of all time, these humble-looking comb de-bobbles cashmere and other knits with ease. You'll get more wear out of your jumpers for years to come, and it's also quite a therapeutic process.
8. Pro Breeze Mini Air Dehumidifier
If you live in a damp building, you'll soon find your clothes take a hit. Start to solve the problem by installing this small dehumidifier in your bedroom and it'll reduce clothes getting mouldy.
9. Brabantia Folding Board
This ingenious contraption folds all your shirts, tees and sweaters to look like they've been done professionally. A tidy wardrobe = a tidy mind.
10. JVL Velvet Hangers
Once you try these non-slip, space-saving hangers, I swear you'll never turn back to wooden, or worse, metal. No more cramming multiple items onto one hanger or letting them slide onto the floor when you opt for velvet.
11. Oliver Bonas Gold Metal & Marble Wiggle Jewellery Stand
One of the most time-consuming and frustrating tasks is untangling necklaces, so do yourself a favour and invest in a chic jewellery stand. This one even has holes for your earrings, too.
12. IKEA Komplement Hanger
Simple but effective, this multi-use hanger solves all your accessory woes—stack it up with scarves and belts and then hang it up in a wardrobe or on the back of a door to save space.
13. Diptyque Fleur D'Oranger Hourglass Diffuser
Who wouldn't want a pleasantly fragrant wardrobe without the fire hazard of candles and the oil hazard of regular reed diffusers? Oh, and Diptyque scents are some of the best around so it'll make the entire room smell divine.
14. Dunelm 8 Compartment Drawer Organiser
For an easy way to keep everything uniform, invest in drawer organisers. You can simply pop them in and use them to separate your socks, underwear, accessories or jewellery.
15. Draper Expert Revolving Punch Plier
When that belt or bag will definitely finish an outfit but is too big/small/long/short, that's the moment you'll be extra smug to remember you have these leather punch pliers in your kit.
16. Attirecare Shoe Deodoriser
To keep your favourite shoes, boots and trainers in top condition, invest in a good shoe deodorant and you won't look back.
17. Steamery Pilo Fabric Shaver
An electronic version of the piling comb, this powerful little device will giver your knits a new lease of life in no time!
18. W'air Complete Clothing Care System
Ok, this is just amazing. A three-in-one, eco-friendly device, it features a cleaning wand that you wave over clothing to remove stains, deep clean delicates or refresh clothes between washes. It works by removing dirt, grime and odours with air, water and detergent, meaning it is far kinder to the environment than a standard washing machine.
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Hannah Almassi is the Editor in Chief of Who What Wear UK. Hannah has been part of the the Who What Wear brand since 2015, when she was headhunted to launch the UK sister site and social channels, implement a localised content strategy and build out the editorial team. She joined following a seven-year tenure at Grazia magazine, where she led front-of-book news, fashion features and shopping specials as fashion news and features editor. With experience in both print and digital across fashion and beauty, Hannah has over 16 years in the field as a journalist, editor, content strategist and brand consultant. Hannah has interviewed industry heavyweights such as designers including Marc Jacobs and Jonathan Anderson through to arbiters of taste including Katie Grand and Anna Dello Russo. A skilled moderator and lecturer specialising in the shift to digital media and e-commerce, Hannah’s opinion and work has been sought by the likes of CNBC, BBC, The Sunday Times Style, The Times, The Telegraph and MatchesFashion.com, among many others. Hannah is often called upon for her take on trends, becoming known as a person with their finger of the pulse of what’s happening in the fashion space for stylish Brits. Hannah currently resides in Eastbourne with her photographer husband, incredibly busy son and highly Instagrammable cat.
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