The most fabulous news: My Fab closet is done! I wanted to make sure it was in tip top order before I did my big reveal. I also had to go the The Container Store to get some boot fillers, skirt hangers (the kind with the multiple hang) and some plastic containers for under my bed storage. All my clothes have been analyzed and some have been tossed to the consignment shop curb — buh-bye! There are still a few questionable items — maybe you all can help me determine their fate? So I really didn't need to do much but put on my organizing Philip Treacy hat when filling it up.
As you can see, I am a color coordinator. I also group items by type; dresses together, tops, jeans etc. I fold my jeans, I don't hang them, btw. What are my favorite parts of the newly improved closet? That's easy: The shoe shelves! Also, all the hanging space. I have lots of dresses, tops and jackets and now everything has a home. But the best part of all is that I can see all my clothes. The only things hiding are seasonal sweaters and costumes. The belt rack and scarf rack are cool too; I've been wearing more of both as a result. I must confess that I also have two dressers. The burgundy one houses my sunglasses, underthings, socks and tights. The big purple one hides jewelry, pj's, cotton basics, tee shirts and sweaters. And, I have a coat rack for grab-and-go jackets and hoodies.
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OK, it's obvious I have a lot of clothes. But this experience has opened my eyes as to what my personal style is. I believe one's style is always evolving — especially for a fashion chameleon — but there were definitely some Fab staples. Allow me to share them with you. I have about ten LBDs as well as oodles of navy and red dresses. Don't let me buy anymore! I love sharp outerwear. Given the foggy climate of San Francisco, I have tons of jackets and coats, but I wear them all. I swear. When I used to live in New York City I had more coats and I started collecting vintage coats and restoring them so I still have a few that I will love forever. I just wear them Carrie Bradshaw style: with a sexy little LBD (see!), strappy heels and a clutch.

Black is most people's neutral, mine is grey. Another thing I don't need to buy more of: grey cardigans and sweaters. I have every kind of pant imaginable: black trouser, black pinstripe, jeans (cropped, wide leg, skinny, black, grey, white), grey trouser, khaki trouser, black cropped, black bermudas. Hmmm, maybe black is my neutral after all. In general, I need to wear more slacks! Carine Roitfeld wears them all the time, so color me inspired. Also, I am more of a shoe junkie than a bag lady. I really don't think I have that many bags, PartySugar. Except, my clutch collection (mostly vintage) is quite fabulous.
Here's the fun part: My favorite brands. I guess there's no other way of uncovering them than raiding your closet. Here goes: Marc by Marc Jacobs, Banana Republic, Theory, H&M, DKNY, J.Crew, Target GO International (lots of pieces from the Proenza Schouler collection last year), BCBG, Miu Miu, Nanette Lepore, DVF, See by Chloe, Paul and Joe, J Brand jeans. As for shoes, I have lots of Marc Jacobs and Marc, KORS Michael Kors, Nine West and Belle Sigerson Morrison. Heels have tapered off for me, I am an official lover of flats. Vintage rules my coats, sandals, clutches and jewelry.
So what's next? I don't have much extra room — this is a good thing. Now that I've been reacquainted with a lot of my clothes I don't feel I need to shop much. But you know me. I have a few shoe slots available, some jacket space and I'm not really happy with my boot collection so come next Fall I may invest in a new pair. Maybe some grey ones . . .
Hallway closet
Mistress closet
Yay Fab! It looks terrific. You're my inspiration. I'm moving soon and looking forward to the opportunity to reorganize my closet.
1LOVE IT!!
2Ah I am so jealous you have all this space!!!
3Soon though, next month hopefully, I will have a walk-in to MYSELF!!!
hmm..i think i am gonna go fix up my closet!!! thanks for the inspiration!!
4It looks awesome!!! Jealous!
5That shoe display is to die for! I am jealous, and it is also definitely closet-cleaning inspiring.
6It turned out amazing...congrats!
7Wow - I am going to need that in my new place. Is it rude to ask how much it cost to revamp??
8For some weird reason, I love seeing other people's closets. Well, just people who care about their closets. Like how some people like to snoop in medicine cabinets...but with me it's closets. So thanks for feeding my addiction.
9Fab you know I am just jealous of your fab closet and fab wardrobe. I plan on cleaning out my closet soon as well. I'll count my bags and we can compare bag stats.
10Wow... I am so jealous!!!!! It looks amazing!! I am constantly shuffling between 2 places, so my car has practically become my closet. But I'd love to do this someday!! Great job!!
11Wow! You even have a guard dog to keep people
12away from your fantastic shoes!
so inspiring fab!
13Looks great!
14You almost have as much shoes as I do!
15That closet is FABULOUS, dahling! You did a great job!
16Love it! It reminds me of my "accessory closet" I have in my hallway that is by california closet. I call it that because that is where my shoe and handbags and sunglasses are kept. But I would love love for my clothing closet to look like this!
17OMG I am so beyond jealous--your closet turned out fantastic!!!
18Great closet and use of space, I love things organized.
19wow! you have so many shoes! i want to make my closet look like this!
20Wow that closet is truly fabulous! Yay, Fab! I want all the shoes!
21nice!
22alsome
23loving the shoe collection and wishing i had more than 13 pairs of shoes... 13! i think i def. need a new pair
I envy your closet(s)! So fab!! You have inspired me to re-do my closet (however I won't have help from a nice storage system!lol.) Although I think I'll get some items from the Container store; love that site! Again, your closet is so chic!
24Congrats! You must feel sooooo acomplished!
25great closet ... I am hoping when I move that I have a nice space like that too for the shoes especially
26Man, I wish I had that shoe rack. Your closet makeover inspired me to clean out my closet as well. I FINALLY took the time to get some plastic shoe bins for all my shoes (I have just as many if not as high quality, sadly) and took pictures of each pair so I know what all I have now. Such a huge improvement!
27I'm now inspired. I have a closet a lot like yours...hmm...you have some very inventive ideas here! Nice work!
28The comment about you having a "guard" dog over your closet made me smile.
29i am jealous. you have so much space!!! and so neatly organised.
30wow, looks great! i'm so jealous of all that lovely space. very nice, you've inspired me to have a clear out...
31Looks great! I really like the divisions in the closet.
32Looks amazing, very inspiring!
33and i thought i had a lot of clothes! i totally need that shoe rack
34WoW! that's a WHOLE LOT of shoes Fab, no wonder you need a guard dog. lol.
35CONGRATES, LOOKS AMAZING. YOU HAVE A CUTE CAT
36CONGRATS, YOU HAVE A CUTE DOG*:-)
37I need that kind of shoe storage!
38Love it! So organized and clean - hope you enjoy it!
39Adorable! *awed* i'd definitely remember the thing you did with your closet!would love to do the same =)
40Your closet looks great, but what will we fashionistas do without Polaroids! Polaroids are a hot commodity these days, now that they are discontinued. What will the industry do without them?
41too good!!
42AWESOME!
43So inspirational! I'd love to know the total cost...I really want to do this!
44Very envious! It's fantastic
45I'm head over heels in love with your closet and especially the shoe shelves! So organized and so fun! I'm totally looking forward to redoing my room!
46Hey gals! I will totally share the costs - let me tabulate and get back to you. But it wasn't cheap...xo
47Wow Fab! Great job! Your shoe closet is tdf!
48Fab... you're my hero!!!
49As a renter, I have never gone the custom closet route... so I have the standard crap you get at the container store, etc... and the BANE of my existence is shoe racks in which you cannot stand up high heels. As a result, have to lay my really tall heels down [toe to heel, to save as much space as i can]... it drives me crazy. I adore your custom shoe rack!
Love your little vanity table, Fab, where'd ya find it?
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