Winter is right around the corner, so it’s time to finally clear out your summer clothes to make cold-season items easy to find. Using self-storage for your summertime belongings will also make room in your home for new coats and sweaters you purchase this season. Follow these tips for safely storing your seasonal clothes. 

How to Store Summer Clothes in the Winter

1. Stay Organized

Start by taking all of the summer items out of your closets and drawers and sorting them. Organize by tops, bottoms, shoes, and swimwear. As you sort, make a pile to donate, a stack to mend, and another pile to throw away. 

To store what you’re keeping, roll the pieces rather than folding them to prevent creases. Place them in clear plastic tubs with lids, and label the boxes using tape and a permanent marker. 

2. Use Garment Bags

For summer dresses, silky tanks, and other delicate items, purchase plastic or fabric garment bags to leave them hanging. Don’t leave clothes in dry cleaning plastic, as this prevents air circulation and could encourage mold. 

It’s convenient to purchase a hanging garment rack for your self-storage unit to hang these belongings. A garment rack is also useful for hanging seasonal table linens and window treatments.

3. Keep Them Fresh

Once you’ve moved your items into the unit, place lavender bags or blocks of cedar in the containers. Both lavender and cedar are naturally moth- and insect-repellent and will leave the stored garments smelling fresh. Dryer sheets will also help keep clothes pleasantly fragrant for when you pull them out next year.

For self-storage solutions in Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Glacier counties, choose CJ's Storage in Columbia Falls, MT. Their friendly, experienced staff will help you choose the right self-storage unit for your needs. They offer secure, clean, and climate controlled units to prevent mold on clothing. Choose from a huge variety of sizes and month-to-month lease options. Call (406) 892-1272 to ask about availability or visit their website to learn more about climate controlled storage.