Making the Most of a Small Space: Bedroom Storage & Organization Tips

Do you have limited space in your bedroom? Well what you need are some smart storage solutions.

In this video by home decor enthusiast Sharrah Stevens, she shares some of the key ways she and her partner have approached organizing their bedroom—and how to keep it clean, livable, and clutter-free.

Here's the video and the tips summarized below:

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1. Switch Out Bulky Hangers for Slim Ones

First tip: ditch the bulky plastic hangers and switch to thin, smooth fabric hangers. Not only do these look sleeker, but they also save tons of storage space! Believe it or not, thick hangers take up way more room than you’d expect, and replacing them can give you a lot more space for clothes in your closet.

2. Raise Your Bed for Extra Storage

One of Sharrah's favorite tricks is to use bed risers to lift your bed. This simple upgrade creates a lot of under-bed storage, which is perfect for stashing items you don’t use every day, like seasonal clothes or spare blankets. They’re adjustable and super sturdy.

3. Use Vacuum Storage Bags

Next up, vacuum-sealed storage bags! These are amazing for packing away items you aren’t currently using, like sweaters or seasonal clothing. Store them under the bed, and you’ll free up closet space without sacrificing your favorite pieces—they make a big difference in reducing bulk.

4. Invest in an IKEA Pax Wardrobe System

Convince your partner (or save up yourself) for an IKEA Pax wardrobe system. It's not as expensive as you’d think, and it provides tons of flexibility when organizing your closet.

Jenna loves how customizable it is—she even added a jewelry tray for her necklaces and a separate section for pants, which helps keep everything organized. The separate storage for pants is especially useful so they don’t get squished between shirts and dresses.

Also, make sure you color-coordinate your hanging clothes. It makes getting dressed easier because you can see all your options at a glance and choose an outfit based on your mood.

5. Limit Your Shoe Collection to Fit Your Space

In Jenna's case, she counted the number of shoe slots she had in the hanging shoe storage shelves and challenged herself to keep only the number of shoes that fit. Anything extra had to be stored elsewhere or donated.

Of course, this tip works beyond shoes; see the space you have to work with, then declutter based on what will fit.

Bonus Tip: Declutter with Purpose

Whenever you’re organizing, remember: less is more. Donate or discard items that are out of style or no longer useful. Holding onto items for a hypothetical occasion (like the “one day I’ll need these shoes” mindset) just creates clutter.

I hope you enjoyed these tips on bedroom storage and organization.

I’d love to hear from you—what organization tricks do you use? Leave a comment below with your ideas, especially if you also live in a small space!