What is a Wardrobe Closet?

A wardrobe closet is a freestanding piece of furniture that serves to house, what else, your "wardrobe." In the old days a wardrobe was used by only the rich and resembles that of a chest of drawers that we know today. The advantage these days to wardrobe closets is their unique functionality and design.

Why Use Wardrobe Closets

There are hundreds of various closet wardrobes that handle a variety of functions. At furniture stores you will see wardrobe armoires which are essentially the same thing. They house everything from clothing to accessories and the like. when a home has small closets and very little storage space sometimes you have to find alternative methods for organizing your expanding wardrobe.

I have a nice wooden armoire that I use in my bedroom to help store my folded items like jeans, t-shirts, and undergarments. This allows me to use my small reach in closet strictly for my hanging items that I need to keep wrinkle free. This system works great for me and helps me keep closet and bedroom organization in check.

Wardrobe Styles

There are numerous wardrobe furniture pieces you can find both online and in your local furniture stores.  Wood is obviously the most popular choice and the finishes include, maple, mahogany, oak, pine and cherry to name a few. They come in a plethora of setups. Some include drawers and shelves while others just have a single shelf and rod stored inside. Almost all have two folding doors to conceal the items inside.

Some of the most popular brands are:

• Whitmor
• Honey-can-do
• Trademark Home