Style Theory: How to Keep Your Closet Clean FOREVER! 

Theory idea! What is the best looking and most useful outfit for any apocolypse?

I feel like this is the normal person’s closet video compared to matpat’s closet where it’s a huge walk-in closet. Love the idea of the video and great job!

The best advice that I've learnt, is to only have clothes in your wardrobe that you're actually wearing. Pack everything else away. And re-evaluate it every few months. This also helps you work out what to donate/sell.

"These clips allow us to hang up the bottom of the dress" .....AMY. My life is changed. I need more clippy hangars...I usually use them for full outfits, like a suit - if I have a top and bottom that go together, I put the bottoms in first and the top around them.

Possible related theory, what’s the best way to pack clothes in a suitcase to have the most space left after

I also keep a small hamper in my closet, which is my donation pile. Instead of needing a big clean out or putting things back and taking up space, anything that doesn't fit or I no longer want can go straight in the hamper. Once it's full, I bag up the clothes and donate them 😊

The best folding method is the ranger roll. With it, you can store 100+ t-shirts in a small drawer, and they won't get wrinkles

I didnt notice it initially but I think its so cool that the style theory theme is finally being used. It just seemed to flow so well that I didnt even notice it was a new addition once amy started hosting. It just seems right that we can finally complete all the theory tunes with the new era.

A "Game Changer/Dropout" reference on Style Theory?! I never thought I'd see the day! Now we just need some Brennan on here and I'll die happy

I use the KonMari Method and fit everything in my dresser. My closet is just for stuffed animals, old cheap Halloween costumes and whatever else I can put in there… like my guitar 😅

I love that the style theory theme is starting to show up in episodes

MatPat can't relate with the closet size problem 😂

Just need to note how impressive it is that Amy is able hide her black hair in all those different wigs. That is no easy task! *applauds*

In the most respectful way, this might be the most useful style theory video yet. I love all the style theories, but this is something ANYONE can use. It's awesome!!!

In my experience you’ll end up hating those vertical hangers, because they’re a pain to get out , get the clothes you want, and put away, especially if you don’t have space to move them out flat, further they tend to still take up a ton of space near the bottom and so fail at consolidating clothes

Hundred percent needed an episode on this

“No no no get your mind out of the gutter and into the closet.” Man but I came out a while ago :,)

One of my biggest closet/wardrobe hacks is a rotation/cycling system. I have my clothes organized by type (jackets, light jackets, long sleeves, shirts, pajama pants, pants for work, etc.), but within each type, the most recently cleaned (and thus worn) items go on one side, while the items that have yet to be worn go on the other. For hanging, the items that haven't been worn go on the left while the recently cleaned items go on the right. And for folded items, the recently cleaned items go on the bottom of the stack rather than the top. It basically ensures I'm basically always getting the most out of my wardrobe since all of my clothes are being cycled through, instead of just wearing a handful of favorites while letting some items sit for months.

Lumen's my new favorite fashion brand! Seriously, I've been dying for gender neutral colorfull clothes FOR EVER, can't wait to buy something

THIS GIRL IS BECOMING TOO RELATABLE I AM SO BAD AT CLEANING UP MY ROOM.!😭😭

I tried the multi hanger condensers multiple times in the past and found they did not save any space because the clothes would lay against each other, still having the same horizontal thickness as just being on the bar, but now harder to access because they are buried in other things

Folding hack for packing for long trips or limited dresser/drawer space; military Ranger roll, or what I like to call the soda-can T-shirt roll. Fold hem up 2-3 inches both sides, so its rolled up. Fold left side over 1/3rd of the way, and fold sleeves back to match line of fold. Repeat on right side by folding 1/3rd of the way and folding sleeves back to match line of fold. Roll from the collar SUPER TIGHT all the way up to the hem, continue rolling OVER the hem line, and then take the hem and tuck it over the shirt to finish! Now you have more space to store in your luggage for long trips or drawer space when you're working to clear stuff out! 😁

I just love Amy's hair, like omg what do you do?? My adhd can't focus on the video I'm just here appreciating Amy's beautiful hair everytime

7:55 Amy: "The cat makes the rules, not me!" Every cat owner: (nodding) "Yup, that's seems fair!"

thank you for helping me clean my room. everything's on the floor, EVERYTHING

I love the direction you’re taking the channel, Amy. Props to you and the whole theorist team and I can’t wait to see more

“Get your mind outta the gutter and into the closet” no I don’t wanna go back,, not again

I've found that doing a closet purge once per year has been helpful. Put everything in a love, like, or loathe box. Everything in the like box that hasn't been touched in a year can go (with the exception of heirloom or formal wear like suits)

I need an update to this episode in a year: how to maintain an organized closet. I have organized and organized and organized my closet so many times. But if those were my folded shirts, I would only choose the top, maybe 3, cause everything on the bottom would be a drag to reach. And if you have deep shelves like me, everything in the back has basically disappeared. Marie Kondo commented on this as well, saying this was common for her clients. I might be alone in this but compiling items on to one hanger makes me worried that the middle items will be a pain to take out. And more importantly will get lost since there’s so many places for my eyes to scan. I was overwhelmed just listening. Also this might just be my short girl problems, but those jeans are lost forever all the way up there. I did chuckle at the fact that the less used puffer jackets were more accessible. I do, however, feel inspired to take my tshirts and hoodies off their hangers… as soon as I think of where to put them. 🤪

Having a closet that is literally the width of a door, and having to put most everything on shelves...I've found neatly rolling up everything does amazingly for space saving. First learned the trick of rolling clothing for packing suitcases from someone who used to be in the military, translated it to storing clothing on shelves and oh boy it was a game changer. You can even make sure logos/etc show on the edge of whatever you are folding, if applicable, so that you can easily tell what is what from the side.

“I have a shopping addiction” - Amy me too amy, me too

So when I travel, I normally bring a rain coat. My dad taught me how so fold one, so it can fit in the same amount of space as an umbrella. First: follow the hoodie trick until folding it in half 2nd, you roll up the jacket into the hood. It is really important if you travel a lot, and don’t have a lot of your space in your suitcase or back pack.

Pro tip: Analysis paralysis also hinders you during your shopping. Try to finalise the item you like as soon as you can because even though walking around every store might get you a better deal on the colour and style of clothing/footwear you wanted, you're less likely to be happy with your decision leading to you using your purchase less or with a bad mood.

Especially if you have a drawer, having your folded clothes vertical can save a lot of space and make it easier to see them all!

Thank you for adding metric units. It's wonderful to see you care about your audience and comments.

Honestly I would remove the doors in the closet and use bins on the shelves to make a make shift drawer bc it makes it easier to pull items you want without others coming out with it and helps to reach higher up item if you can reach for a bin much easier than a specific item. Plus removing or putting items away in a bin is easier. Also bins hide bad folding , making a closet look neater in general . It’s also great for nonfolders.

6:55 the editing/ 3D animation of this part of the video is so impressive!!

I hope the mention of wigs means an episode on them, it's hard to know what to get, or how to know the one you get works well for you. I've had some bad experiences with wigs, which kinda sucks as my hair doesn't like to grow and i really enjoy having the long hair from a wig - when its not trying to fall off my head. Definitely think there's a fair bit that can be taught with those due to how dramatically they can change a look.

I've been struggling with closet organization for years now and ADHD has not made it any better. Thank you so much for making an episode on this! I've now begun my own closet cleaning sesh

We're here with you. Not to judge, but to relate and hear out your stylistic theories. Don't ~ boo👎~ yourself too hard in the vids. Not having enough space for all the different vibes is SUCH a mood. ❤ Thank you for the compacting ideas! Definitely gonna try some of those out.

Dude. That D&D collection 😊 3:15

D&D books in the mirror, full approval from me, Amy.

Amy, thank you thank you thank you!!!! In just a couple of months I'm moving into a camper to save on rent and I have been dreading finding a way to keep all my clothes in such a small space. I would LOVE another video on the most effective and efficient way to fold and store socks and underwear! Great video ❤

i haven’t even started watching yet but i’ve been struggling with this my whole life and i just wanna say thanks for always bringing us amazing videos!! 😭😭

18:48 i see your tank top hanger and i thought: 'hey, you can actually fit eight more tank tops on the back if you layer it!' it's slightly less efficient way if you're finding a certain tank top in a hurry, but it does save more space :D

2:13 Theory: Does Amy Play D&D? (look at the mirror reflection.)

Amy has D&D books in the closet Mirrors reflection and now I NEED AMY D&D STORIES!

I'm moving to an apartment this week..... And this is the video I needed 😭💕

I'm gonna be honest, I actually really needed this episode

Thrift stores are a great place to find a lot of these hangers such as clip hangers, multiple clip hangers similar to the pants hanger, and pants hangers along with other standard hangers

My preferred method of folding when trying to save space is the ranger roll/ military roll. Basically, bring the hem of a top or the waist area of bottoms a couple centimeters towards itself so you have a pocket. Then, fold the clothes in half of thirds depending on the item before rolling from the opposite end of the 'pocket' you made earlier. Grab the edge of the "pocket" and drag it over the end of your roll on boths sides. Works well when trying to fit a weeks worth of clothing into half of a shared suitcase. There are youtube tutorials for the roll method that explain it better than I have here.

This video was very helpful for me. I have lots of clothes and being disabled I have issues using hangers, /organization type of stuff. This video has opened my eyes to different hangers that are out there and different ways to store clothes! Thank you so much! I will give this a go in my own closet, also. I'm really liking you as the host of style theory. Your no matpat but I still think you make a wonderful host ❤😊

The roll folding technique is the fastest and best imo, Its neat, compact, you don't need to search the folded pile and you easily see and choose what to wear, Works best with shirts, hoodies, sheets, towels sweaters and more, You can sort them vertically and horizontally to utilize closet space

Love that this comes out the day I was thinking about cleaning out my closet…

I NEEEEEEED this video!!!! My hangers are constantly snapping from me trying to shove my clothes in since there's no room😭😭😭 And dont get me started on my dresser drawers! They're stuffed too! I worked as a stylist at a clothing store for three years, and we had to wear their clothes while at work, so I have a ton of clothes from that job!😬😬😬

I did this with my closet about a year ago. It's been so amazing. Being able to see my stuff, make sure it hangs nicely, and utilizing appropriate folding techniques, I'm able to keep my stuff massively organized. The funny thing to me was Amy saying that the bedroom closet is the scariest place....... You should see my office/craft room....

Love how this came right after the CIF show we will definitely be needing some more storage cuz i bought a lot of clothes from most of the collections

Adding to the Folding Method conversation; Military Roll! I very tightly roll all of my house clothes and t-shirts/tanks to fit in a dresser! • Lay shirt flat with the neckline towards you [doesn't matter if front or back is up] • Fold about 4~5 inches of the base of shirt [more may be needed based on the fabric of apparel] underneath • Tuck in sleeves and fold the neckline part of shirt upwards towards the folded bottom [folded side is UNDER the shirt] leave space above the fold, about 3~4 inches • Now fold in the sides like a pamphlet [some items need more space, some can be packed tighter] to desired width • Take the folded part nearest you and match it to the top of the item, where the base fold was • Grab the folded part that is UNDER the item, and roll one side OVER the top - like when you fold over matching socks! BOOM - happy lil square of clothing that'll easily fit in a small drawer or shelf~ This method works with EVERYTHING; I do this to underwear, shirts, pants, shorts, sweaters, etc etc etc. I have about 30 shirts in one basic Ikea Malm dresser! It's a LIFE SAVER for small space-dwellers!

Really diggin how personalized these style theories have been lately. Going through my closets this weekend, so today’s episode could not have been better. Great stuff.

I have some of those origanizational hangers and i love them (the tank one i use for my bras too in case you find yours getting beat up in your drawers, they make some nice tie ones too that are not as long but have velvet on them to keep them from sliding off & also have a circular belt hanger which makes it nice for my hubby to see which belt he needs- he even found an over the door hanger type thing for all his baseball hats which makes it easier for him as well). Great video and always nice to see whats new in organization 🤩

"Get your mind out of the gutter... and into the closet." Me: "Uhhh..."

Are we going to get an episode color sorting the closet and test it? That's the theory I need!

The way she folded that shirt hurt me in so many ways😭😭 But if you want to fold shirts neatly, observe the retail workers while shopping clothes. They fold it so satisfyingly.

My current technique is my everyday clothes are in my chest of drawers, and I fold shirts by rolling them (t shirt designs visible to front) and I put them in vertically rather than horizontally. Basically like standing toilet paper rolls.

I don't even know why I'm here. I have a cupboard for clothes and about two dozen shirts, ten pants and a boat load of socks i keep in a box. Everything stays where it should and i dont worry about space. I guess its just fun to watch sometimes.

Amy is doing so well I have been loving her hosting style theory ❤️

I really enjoyed the hoodie folding techinique. This one gave me so many ideas to aid the main issue that I have with my wardrobe. Thanks!

This is such a good episode! I will love to know where/how to store sheets, blankets next.

YES AN EPISODE I NEED As a student studying abroad the closets tend to be SO small i suffer being able to keep them esp when theres 4 seasons to keep track of what to wear

The most easy method is just get a bigger wardrobe so you get fit your clothes in.

Literally the most important thing in my life right now. Thank you for this incredible episode!

Spring cleaning is here I redid my closet and it's feels great

I was thinking about fixing my closet a few days ago Amy, thanks

cool video amy, also you looked so stunning in that dress yesterday, but man were you nervous/excited ( that was so cute how you tried so hard to stay professional, but you did a great job and i am proud of you ) ..... also there is actually an even better way to organize clothing and it comes from the military its called the RANGER ROLL ( for someone like me who hasnt a closet, moves constantly from place to place its a god send). with the ranger roll technique you can organize all your cloths and i mean everything, look it up. cant wait for next video

❤❤ I loved both the game changer shout out and the hangers. Using the clips with the longer dresses & the multi hangers is amazing!

THANK-YOU SO MUCH AMY FOR THIS EPISODE! HANGERS ARE A GODSEND, AND ALSO THOSE LITTLE FABRIC CUBES ARE GREAT FOR UTILIZING SHELVING SPACE FOR JEANS AND SWEATS

Jokes on you. I keep my clothes in a clothes drawer and have closet be filled junk.

I'm always out of space, so much so that I have to put clothes in my bed. 😂

There's a style of that multi-pants hanger that has clips instead of just bars, which would probably be better for specifically those short skirts, since then you only have one skirt-thickness of a multi-layered or pleated skirt instead of two, which would allow more space for more condensing hangers

This is so helpful because I will be moving into my new room in August and I have A LOT of clothing, so it's gonna be so helpful, thanks Amy.

Now I can know how to clean my clothes

I got this video notification right when i needed it! Thank you, Style Theory!

I desperately needed this. I've been trying to organize my closet (and my room for that matter) for years and could never figure out how to maximize space without getting rid of everything and starting over

I’ve been trying to study every book I can find on organization to slay the closest beast. We are here with you. When you clean out a closet you also address your past.

This is one of my fav theory channels.

18:12 Hey! It’s Sam from Dropout’s “Game Changer” Nice :)

My closet used to have sliding doors and ran into that issue. I ended up just removing them and just adding curtains instead. Best decision I've made lol

I love this series. It's so great and cant wait to use these tips!

Now I just need a video explaining how to clean the rest of my room and I'll be gold XD

This video might literally help my life in organization 😅

Thank you, also can we just take a moment to appreciate Amy’s outfit- I LOVE that top

I love this series, keep looking sharp Amy ❤

Thank you for this masterpiece Amy!!! 😀

Yall I think everyone has a shopping addiction 😭

OMG THESE FOLDING HACKS ARE AMAZING, THANKS!!

ok but amy’s style is so cool, i love that tank top!

I'm so early! Ready for another great video Amy!!!

I'll definitely be using this once I have enough wardrobe I like to care about.

This video came out just as I was organizing my closet. Honestly, it is just what I need. Thank you for all the useful advice, especially the hanger one. I am going to get them as soon as I can figure out where to put my clothes for the night. If I put them back, I fear they will neve move again.

I find it hilarious that her folding "hacks" are just typical folding techniques that everybody uses already lol