Organizing Tips For

Purses And Bags

Three years ago, I had one purse. Somewhere between then and now I accumulated a collection in an array of colors. If you also view handbags as more of an accessory than a necessity, here are several storage techniques to help keep them organized:

	Use a built-in shelving unit to store handbags that keep their shape. If you have more hanging space than shelf space, consider purchasing a hanging closet organizer from amazon.com. Place larger bags that do not keep their shape on hangers. If space is an issue, another option is to adhere 3M hooks to an unused closet wall or the inside of a door and hang purses from these hooks.
	Store small purses in clear containers   or purchase a compartmental storage box like the Park A Purse organizer from amazon.com.
	Hide tote bags in a basket or storage cube near the door so they are readily available when you have too much to carry to your vehicle.

Note: Although the techniques described above work well for me, individuals with designer handbags may want to consider the following advice posted by members of the Purse Forum at http://forum.purseblog.com: don't store your good bags on the shelf at the top of they closet...it's warmer up there and the leather will dry out more quickly.

I also read on another site that the handles of leather bags can stretch when placed on hangers. This has not been a problem for me because most of the purses I buy are inexpensive when purchased and empty when hung.          

Please follow manufacturer instructions when storing expensive handbags. If it's worth paying money for, it's worth paying attention to how it's stored.