Clever Ways to Organize Hair Accessories for Easy Access
Organizing hair accessories can be a challenge, especially if you have a large collection. But with the right storage solutions, you can keep your hair accessories neat and tidy, and easily find what you need when you need it.
Clear Plastic Containers
Clear plastic containers are a great way to store hair accessories because they allow you to see what’s inside without having to open them. You can use clear plastic containers to store hair accessories by type, color, or occasion. For example, you could have one container for headbands, one container for hair ties, and one container for bobby pins.
Trinket Bowl
A trinket bowl is a small bowl that can be used to store frequently used hair accessories, such as bobby pins, clips, and hair ties. Keep the trinket bowl on your nightstand or bathroom vanity so that you always know where to find your hair essentials.
Over-the-Door Rack
An over-the-door rack is a great way to maximize storage space in a bathroom or bedroom closet. Use one of the multiple shelves to hold hair accessories. Place larger accessories such as claw clips, headbands, and scrunchies directly inside the shelves, and use smaller individual containers for items such as bobby pins and hair ties.
Stacking Organizer
A clear stacking organizer allows you to organize and display your favorite hair accessories in a compact way. Lay items flat and designate each drawer for a different category, then place the organizer on a closet shelf, bathroom vanity, or bedroom dresser. The acrylic construction adds practical function as you can quickly identify where everything is, but it also doubles as a sleek and stylish decorative accent.
Glass Bowl
Use a glass bowl for everyday hair ties so you always have an assortment available when you need it. Keep the small bowl on your dresser, bathroom vanity, or closet shelf for convenience, and if needed, the sides of the bowl can double as a spot to hang earrings.
Wicker Storage Baskets
Wicker storage baskets are one of the most versatile organizational tools available. If you have lots of larger hair accessories such as headbands, store them in a wicker basket, neatly stacking them. Alternately, divide the basket into compartments using smaller containers to hold a variety of different accessories.
Drawer Dividers
Prevent bathroom drawers from getting messy and cluttered by using dividers and organizing hair accessories inside them. Use clear containers of different shapes and sizes, or extendable dividers that stretch from one end of the drawer to the other. Designate a vanity drawer for hair tools and accessories so that everything you need is conveniently located in one spot.
Tiered Cart
If you have a small bathroom, bring in a rolling tiered cart for overflow items such as extra hair accessories. Divide them into smaller lidded storage containers or bowls by color, type, or size and keep them on a higher or lower shelf depending on the frequency of use.
Decorative Tray
Merge style and function by organizing hair accessories on a decorative tray. Use multiple pretty bowls or boxes to add dimension and create a visually appealing vignette while keeping different types of accessories in their own little container.
Bath Caddy
If you love taking baths, an extendable bathtub caddy is a great little bathroom addition and the perfect spot to keep hair accessories solely used to keep your hair up while you’re soaking in the tub. A bath caddy typically has multiple compartments, so you can easily find accessories when needed.
Hair Tie Stand
A hair tie stand is a cylinder-shaped organizer that’s typically made from plastic or metal. It doesn’t take up any drawer or surface space, yet it provides enough storage for a large collection of scrunchies. The clever organizing tool is available from lots of retailers but if you’re looking for a DIY hack, simply use a freestanding paper towel holder instead!
Stackable Lidded Containers
The main advantage of lidded storage containers is that you can stack them, and therefore save space. The clear acrylic construction allows you to see what’s inside each container so you can quickly find what you need.
Makeup Bag
Keep an assortment of your most used hair accessories in a makeup bag that you can easily throw in your bag when traveling. The closed pouch keeps everything neatly contained in one place and gives you one less thing to have to organize when packing for a trip.
Makeup Vanity
Organize your hair accessories on your makeup vanity so you can seamlessly go from applying your makeup to doing your hair. Maximize surface space by using a stacking organizer with pull-out drawers or a standing holder that takes advantage of vertical space so that your vanity stays clutter-free.
Under-Cabinet Pull-Out Drawers
Store extra and less frequently used hair accessories under your vanity and make the most of its storage space by incorporating a set of tiered pull-out drawers. Place a basket for each type of hair accessory in the drawers to keep them neat, and they’ll be out of the way but easy to grab when needed.
Small Tin
Repurpose a small lidded tin for your daily hair accessories. Think of it as your essentials kit that includes extras of each of your must-haves, and besides all the items being in one place, you can also easily throw the tin in your bag before heading to work or traveling.
Decorative Boxes
Decorative boxes play double-duty in a bedroom, bathroom, or closet—they’re a fun styling element that brings in color, texture, and height when stacked, but they also provide hidden storage. Divide hair accessories by type, frequency of wear, or color, and store them in different boxes where they can be tucked away and won’t collect dust.
Tiered Organizer
Place one of each of your everyday essentials in a tiered organizer so that your daily must-haves are readily available for you. This can include everything from your nightly chapstick, face cream, or perfume, to a hair tie you use in the morning and clip you put in your hair while doing your evening skincare routine.
Closet Shelf
If your kids’ closet is organized by outfits or occasions, keep the corresponding hair accessories with their clothing and shoes so you can easily pull the whole look together. Pretty bows and headbands can easily double as decorative accents, so place them in a cute bowl or inside clear acrylic containers so they’re on hand and visible.
Dresser Drawer
Place dividers or small storage containers inside dresser drawers and organize hair accessories inside the containers. This way, they’ll be safe from dust but your drawers will remain neat and organized, with everything compartmentalized and in its designated area.
