Several weeks ago, in preparation
for the accessory swap that I hosted, I sorted my jewelry collection. By simply
getting more organized, my freshly tidied necklaces got more wear in the days
that followed than they had in months! I grouped my most worn necklaces by
style – statement, delicate, chunky, long. I’m here to share five tips to get
(and keep!) your jewelry organized. Here we go!
Purge Regularly
In order to make the most of your
jewelry collection, it’s necessary to purge often. A regular evaluation of your
glitzy wares will remind you of pieces that you haven’t worn in a while, and
will inspire you to wear it or pass it on.
Group Like Objects
Feel as though you don’t have time
to select a piece of jewelry during your morning routine? By grouping similar
items together, such as rings in a bowl or necklaces on hooks, you can quickly
choose an item to pair with your outfit without struggling through piles of
tangled necklaces.
Keep Your Collection Visible
The biggest contributor to me
wearing jewelry is having my pieces visible. I used to have all of my jewelry
organized in out-of-sight containers and only wore a necklace or bracelet for
special occasions. As soon as I organized my jewelry out in the open, I
immediately wore them more!
Make It Fun!
It doesn’t matter if you have a
sliver of counter space in your washroom, on your dresser, or an entire
dressing table or walk-in closet – jewelry organization can be cute and
eye-catching! Small bowls and containers from thrift stores, antique shops, and
stores like Winners are my favourite for keeping my jewelry organized. Choosing
colorful, artisan bowls or calm, monochromatic plates are both fun choices.
Don’t feel like you need to purchase a “jewelry” stand.
DIY, Baby!
A DIY option is always fun for
allowing your necklaces to be tangle-free, and Pinterest has oodles of
tutorials. Remember that oddly shaped bowl that you created in pottery class
and can’t bare to through out? It’s the perfect bowl for rings! By creating a
rack or display for your jewelry, that little bit of personal touch may help
you to feel more connected to your collection and wear your pieces more often.
I hope that these five tips help
you to see your jewelry and accessories in a new light. Do you have any other
suggestions? I’d love to hear from you!
I can't tell you how many times I have gone to get a necklace, but it has been tangled up in all of the other necklaces that I own. To not have to deal with this frustration, I just shoved my jewelry in a box and never really thought about them. I love your suggestion to keep your collection visible on some kind of stand. Not only does this keep them from getting tangled, but it also reminds me of the options that I have so that I will wear the jewelry pieces that I own. Thanks so much for your insights! http://www.vespoe.com/jamiespinello/shop/architectural-truss-structure-earrings-brass-art-deco-revival
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