How to Organize Accessories Like a Pro (Even if You Own Too Many!)

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Discover the best ways to organize accessories — from belts and hats to jewelry and sunglasses. Learn practical storage ideas for every space and style so your accessories look as good as you do.

Why Accessory Organization Isn’t One-Size-Fits-All

Let’s be honest — organizing accessories can be complicated! I might confuse you before I help you… but we’ll fix that together.

There’s no universal method because everyone’s habits, space, and style are different.

Here’s why:

1. How much you own.

   
   

   Organizing two baseball caps is easy. Twenty-two? That’s a project.

2. The item’s value.

   
   

   Your Gucci belt deserves better treatment than your old H&M one.

3. Your space.

   
   

   Are you short on space — or showing off your collection like décor?

4. Your habits.

   
   

   Are you the type who rolls and color-codes ties, or the type who’s lucky if your tie isn’t still knotted from last week? (No judgment here!)

Step-by-Step: How to Organize Accessories Like a Pro

Purge First

Sell, donate, or toss anything you don’t wear or use. There’s no sense organizing what doesn’t belong.

Decide What to Display vs. Store

Ask yourself:

“Do I want to see this every day, or just have a spot for it?”

Hide items like beanies or winter scarves in drawers. Display your favorites — sunglasses, hats, or pretty accessories — where they’ll make you smile.

Test the Layout

Before buying anything, place items where you think they should go and live with it for a day or two. Adjust what doesn’t flow naturally.

Measure and Shop

Measure your drawers, shelves, or wall space, then choose organizers that fit perfectly.

Style and Enjoy

When your organizers arrive, it’s time for the fun part — setting everything up! Arrange, tweak, and label until it feels both functional and beautiful.

Accessory Storage Ideas by Category

Ties

• Drawer setup

• Hanging setup- This and this.

Belts

• Rolled in a drawer

• Hanging on hooks or a belt rack

• Displayed on a small stand

Caps

• Use dividers to organize your caps in a drawer

• Displayed on a shelf

• Hanging on wall hooks for easy grab-and-go

Sun Hats

• Hanging on wall hooks

• Displayed on stands for a boutique look

Beanies

• Fold neatly in a bin or drawer

• Store by color or season

Hair Accessories

• Drawer setup: Use drawer inserts (pic) to separate scrunchies, clips, and headbands

• Display setup: Try a headband stand or clip tower

• Hanging setup: Use a band hanger or ribbon clip organizer

Sunglasses

• In a drawer Drawer insert

• Display stand or tray

  
  

Jewelry

• Fine jewelry: Keep it locked in a safe when not in use.

• Everyday jewelry:

  
  

  • Drawer insert

  • Jewelry box

  • Wall hooks

  • tabletop stand

Enjoy the Results

Once your accessories have a home, getting ready becomes faster — and your space feels more polished.

You’ll rediscover pieces you forgot you owned and actually enjoy your collection every day.

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