Kids' Closets: Clothing and Toy Storage for Boys and Girls

Create a versatile closet that grows with your children, giving them storage space for everything from baby toys to the latest in teen fashion.

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November 25, 2014

By: Ralph Davis

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Photo By: ClosetMaid

Baby Boy Closet

Affordable, durable wire racks are easy to rearrange as your children grow. Many systems are designed with expanding shelves and telescoping rods to fit practically any space.

Pink Nursery Closet

Wire or coated wood shelving systems can add beauty and functionality to a girl's room or nursery. Shelves and drawers, such as these from Closet Maid, can provide much-needed storage space for diapers, toys, blankets and more.

Colorful Boy's Nursery

Laminate systems tend to be more expensive than wire racks, but they can be more aesthetically pleasing and are available in greater variety.

Girl's Closet in Pink

Many wire closet kits, such as this one from Closet Maid, offer the advantage of being easily adjustable to accommodate larger clothes as kids grow and storage needs change.

Open Closet in Boy's Green Bedroom

For kids' rooms with shallow closet space, try a two-tiered approach paired with drawers and shelves like these from Closet Maid.

Young Girl's Pink Bedroom Closet

New organizer systems such as these from Rubbermaid go beyond the basic closet rod with a single shelf. Now you can customize based on your storage needs.

Laminate Closet Spacers in Boy's Blue Bedroom

Keep in mind that kids' closets are used for more than just clothes. Consider laminated spacers such as these from Closet Maid to designate spaces for toys and sporting equipment, school supplies, etc.

Girl's Pink Closet With Canvas Containers

Consider combining color-coded canvas containers with laminated closet spacers like these from Closet Maid as a fun, creative way to help keep things organized.

Boy's Wire Closet System

Wire drawers are useful for storing socks, folded garments, toys and more.

Keep the Important Things Handy

Adjustable shelving allows you to keep a child's most important belongings within easy reach.

Versatile Wire Closet System

Extra hooks and rods can be added as needed to help store hats, ties and other accessories.

Wire Baskets for See-Through Storage

Pull-out wire baskets make it easy to access clothes and allow you to see what's on the bottom of a stack.

A Look of Sophistication

The right materials can provide a look that's just as mature as an adult's closet. Consider wood or laminate systems like these from Wellborn Cabinets for a more polished appearance.

Teenage Girl's Pink Bedroom Closet

Use organization systems like these from Rubbermaid to designate different areas for shirts, pants, shoes and toys.

Primary Colors

Baskets in bright primary colors are great for helping younger kids keep their things organized.

Creative Storage for Shoes

Pull-out shoe storage helps keep footwear out of sight but easily accessible.

Hide the Closet With Curtains

Folding closet doors can pinch small fingers. Consider using curtains to conceal your child's storage space.

Teen Girl's Closet

For narrow storage, keep frequently used items where they can be reached easily. Put out-of-season clothes on the upper shelves.

Wire Basket Bottom Drawer

Try replacing a bottom drawer with a wire basket like this one from Closet Maid to make contents easier to see.