our closet nightmare story + decluttering a bit lol 

I’m a moderately handy person, but building some shelves and adding a clothing rod to a closet isn’t the hardest thing to do after a trip to the hardware store. Toss in a small dresser and voila! You’ve got a closet under $200. I feel like even hiring a carpenter to build out a custom closet out of decent quality wood would still be under $7k…

Better help is actually pretty problematic. If anyone here thinks about trying it out, I would suggest doing some research beforehand! I know that these are tough times, but I want everybody to be careful

PUT CURTAINS IN FRONT OF THE DOOR FRAME OR INSIDE! It can look super nice when it's done well, floor-length, etc. Also, my dad works in shelving & custom closets- independent company and contractors. We're not in LA, but independent companies ALWAYS do a better job than any large corporation! Look into closet contractors in the area, look at their reviews, etc! There are probably places with much more reasonable prices as well!

I love the idea you've suggested which is to keep clothes you love but haven't worn in awhile out of sight for awhile until you find yourself wanting them back again. I feel like the minimalism trend has me thinking I need to dump clothes I haven't worn in a year out and replace them but that's unsustainable too at times, especially because I usually regret getting rid of xyz and sometimes rebuy similar items. it's okay to have things in storage and saved for whatever reason it is. we live in such a consumerist society but it's not a bad thing to enjoy having things.

My most recent panic attack was in the Container Store and directly related to their closet systems, so this is very validating.

I agree with the suggestion of getting matching hangers, and for an open closet you might have to curate/style it slightly. And service workers have been backed up for months so the delay in schedule time for the install makes a lot of sense. We have a larger container store closet (same color and draw fronts that you have!) that we installed ourselves and it's gorgeous, we are so pleased with our purchase and the install wasn't fun but since then we've had 0 issues. We are going to redo some of our other closets with the elfa systems because they're so versatile!

For future reference, I’ve noticed that many times IKEA will say something is out of stock, but when you go to the warehouse it has a out of stock sign and yet the item will be there…. So never fully believe it unless you have to drive miles to it. Also, I highly recommend you get the closet designed at the store because there are always parts and things you don’t even know you need and so it’ll save you a trip. Second tip- get their little drill or something similar. I built my dad’s kitchen cabinets and my mom’s closet and those little drills are are better than standard because of the small spaces and weird angles.

Every time I read "closet" on one of the videos of Arden is like: "oh sh*t here we go again" and I'M HERE FOR THAT 💖💖💖

for the checkered blue and white long sleeve top, I would style it with high-waisted black straight-legged slacks and some black high heels. with a cute black little purse and maybe a trenchcoat slung over a shoulder depending on the season

Somehow your delicate holding of the microphone while you’re getting increasingly agitated with the Container Store makes this even more perfect 😂

can we leave better help in 2021😣

Curtains on a track instead of doors? Painting the units and replacing handles? Ideas as questions? 😂💛

bestie please drop better help, they are sooo problematic.

Wow you should really stop promoting better help Arden. I’m surprised you agree with what they do..it’s not worth the money they’re paying you.

When I moved to LA, I wanted more simple storage options and thought “oh hey, container store! Containers! Storage! That’ll be the reasonable option”. Walked around the store and was aghast at the prices given the quality. Just bought a cute epoxy earring holder (no regrets there, super cute) and walked away vowing to never again return to Container Store

One option for your closet (at least aesthetically) would be just installing a curtain rod and getting cute fancy curtains as opposed to any kind of door! Saves space, relatively affordable and looks nice 😌

This is the best worst thing I’ve ever watched. Somehow you’ve gotten me to hate the container store and I’ve never even shopped at one before.

im really confused like, do people not just buy drawer sets and shoe racks and stuff from target? or shelves and rods from home depot?

I had no idea that building closets was such a thing! My closets have always been like a random homemade iron beam for the clothes rail and shoe rack from T.J.Maxx or walmart then drawers or cubicles second hand and it looks better than those honestly haha

an arden rose rant and organization is the best thing , i need your motivation!!❤️

the alexa chung top would look so cool with a deep v neck dress thats a solid color, it would show off that great fringe at the neck, and would also make a really cool layering look!!!

Love the video, love when you organize stuff so it’s be sick to see the other closer be organized. Also! I second someone’s comment who said putting curtains up instead of doors. It’s what I have and it looks so much better. Like the pocket ones not the grommets. I used a shower curtain rod and tightened it into place. Makes the room feel bigger too

you’ve always been so vocal about getting the help you need for your mental health so it’s sad to see you promote better help.

obsessed with how she held the mic for the entire video. go little journalist girl, go!!! /gen

this is absolutely nothing personal against you arden, but (as a professional videographer) WHY has holding a mic or audio recorder become ~ cool ~ the lil clippy wants to live out it's life purpose! also, this sounds like a headache that no one needs after the past 2 years we've all collectively had, blast 'em

I resonate with your cosmo wanda vibe. i dyed my hair orange and anytime I wear purple I feel like Daphne

With the Alexa blouse, as soon as I saw it I thought- flares!! And chunky boots/loafers!!

Closet problem aside…LOVE YOUR MAKEUP HERE! do a tutorial!

please stop promoting better help!

I wish youtubers would put companies on blast more that would be great content

Your look is giving me Ladybird vibes 🥲

Could we get a makeup tutorial for this look pretty pleeeease?

Omg defs put a sweater vest over the blue and white ruffle shirt 🥰

this has oddly become my comfort video when im having a bad day

how do we feel about the microphone situation? i personally prefer when it‘s attached to your clothing or to the camera…

i loved this it fueled me

So excited to watch this!! Been obsessed with your spiritfarer streams and a happy VOD rat here supporting our girl 🙌🏻 Edit: hair and makeup lookin SO cute here!

Talking into the little ball of fluff the whole time was super distracting why couldn’t you just talk at the camera normally

for the alexa chung top i would tuck it into high rise trousers, pair it with a learher blazer, and white chunky sneakers

For the Alexa Chung top, I’d go with a white bralette underneath, then tucked into white high rise bell bottom jeans with a white platform boot OR Layered underneath a beige waistcoat with high rise tan or brown flared pants or wide leg trousers with loafers OOOOOOR Layered underneath a white or beige deep v pinafore with matching toned knee high boots. If you’d feel comfortable with a little risk, accessorizing with yellow tights would look AMAZING.

We just bought the ones from Home Depot that you install. They’re pretty solid

omg i remember that lazy oaf bad habits tee from the Almost Adulting promo video you did AGES ago!!

the more organizing/decluttering vids the better

girl look into a local carpenter. It will without a doubt be less expensive and be 110% better quality. Like nothing in ur home should be built by a massive company they gouge you every goldarn time

"William Squilliam" 🤣😭

You once made an album review and was obsessed please start a series of that (+ wine)

I- this is- so tone deaf

I just don't think the closet was installed properly and the measurements were probably off if it didn't fit. Container Store will cut the boards and standards to exactly fit the closet but if the measurements are incorrect, then it will be off.

I'd pair the gingham blouse with wide leg trousers and loafers for a 70s vibe

i would style the alexa chung top with some wide leg cropped jeans with a frayed hem, nice belt, and tasseled loafers (either white/cream or a statement like pink or green)

The Alexa Chung you could wear with wide leg pants Denim White Grey and different bright colored ones would give you a bunch of different looks Also if you wear it over dresses with some volume in the skirt and you fold the hem so it defines your waist

Matching hangers and color code ROYGBIV style, it will change the whole look!!

alexa chung top is made for a pair of mustard yellow high waisted corduroy pants, i got the vision

You should take a pic of all the clothes going into storage so you dont have to go looking!

tbh container store closets are only good if you buy the custom-built one where it is literally over $15,000 but they design and build everything for you and YOU CAN NOT ORDER ONLINE you must DESIGN With AN ASSISTANT IN PERSON. The Elfa is supposed to be an inexpensive option BUT it IS SO OVERPRICED.

I'm happy my Dad found cupboards and racking from an auction. He's pretty handy and we checked out a lot of the closet setups. Some were super sketchy and the nice ones were stupid expensive. He even made shoe racks to display my shoes and bags. I hope The Container Store gives you a refund and send someone to fix it. I don't think people should have to write something off that could potentially fall on you/cause injury.

No stinky farts deserved for the container store that's for sure

Yeahhh closets are so hell! We bought an old house (like almost 100 years old) and decided it’d be way too much hassle to even touch the closets. Just awful.

Note to self: don’t buy closet storage from the container store

I’m sorry to hear about this closet scenario. I am curious however where your top is from it is so cute!!

HOW are closets this expensive

The Alexa Chung top would look adorable with a corset over it, to give it some shape

Two words. iKea PAX. You’re welcome

By making a video can you then deduct it from your taxes? 🤔

the alexa chung shirt would be cute with brown ribbed flared pants - untucked. basic bralette. cream boots. no necklace just rings. hoops.

Sure sounds like a nightmare, Arden. Meanwhile in Ukraine…

Loved the Aussie accent at 17.32 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

Sliding closet doors are the worst. I feel like they always break and come off the tracks.

Arden u r so cute omg ✨

Que ojos tan preciosos me facina ese color de cabello

dang what a tease

I didn’t like betterhelp after having two different people.. has anyone had a similar experience or found any better options

alexa chung top with dark/black fitted boot cut overalls. hair up. smaller chunky gold hoop. neutal makeup ??

🕺🏼HATS 2:59

My toxic trait is thinking I can fix those closets 😩☝️

I am disturbed by those drawers

ok but what about the egg shoes?

Would love if you podcasted again!!

"Who's that girl? It's Jess " vibes

I’m done with being on this planet

Why Arden Rose??? I have a similar name but spelt differently, but only slightly 👍 from England

I approve this container store closet slander

What mic are you holding the sound quality is amazing

Miss Arden rose pls come out with a podcast

style the blue checkered top w high waisted flat jeans

This felt like an anti-sponsor ad lol

the cat u have on ur shirt looks like primrose

What is wrong with wardrobes and chest of drawers? So much cheaper to do it that way

omg are you shadow banned why have i not seen you in my subscriptions for years 😭

“no stream tap to retry” video unavailable

arden it won’t let me watch this gaaHH

Pair a black leather skirt with the Alexa Chung shirt! As for shoes, either black boots or white converse.

Arden, I like you, with all due respect if it’s true please stop deleting people’s comments warning others about betterhelp. Whether you have to rely on them for a check or not, people deserve to know how many unprofessional experiences others have had before making a decision based on something their favorite influencer was promoting. That’s deeply problematic to be sweeping under the rug, because you’re right, we are in hard times, and people do need access to *reliable* help.

curtains maybe?

hi

kinda wild that people are dying in a war while americans complain about closets lol

So much work just for a closet haha

Says “no stream”

I do not understand

damn im here early