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No matter how much you tidy up and try to organize your home, there are certain areas that still always manage to get messy — and closets are a big one. Keeping a clutter-free kitchen pantry or an organized linen closet is one thing, but our clothing closet, well, that’s a whole other story. Because it’s not as easy as simply tossing out or donating half of the mess — afterall, at a certain point, you start keeping your clothing longer since you’re not growing out of it the way you did when you were a kid. And when you’re trying to keep your sweaters, shirts, and skirts easy to find but aren’t interested in cutting down on what you actually have, a closet organizer, like the Lantine Freestanding Clothing Rack and Organizer, can be a life saver.
Unlike packing cubes or shelving organizers, this unit stands alone, so it can be put inside your existing closet if space permits or you can use it as another area to store everything from clothing to accessories and shoes, and right now Target is selling it on sale for 45% off. The $234 rack is now $129, saving you $105 to put toward something else you’ve been saving up for.
Lantine Freestanding Clothing Organizer, $129 (was $234) at Target
Why do shoppers love it?
Measuring 27.55 inches long, 15.74 inches wide, and 69.29 inches high, this 4-in-1 design offers a variety of ways to store handbags, hanging clothes, folded clothes, shoes, and other items. There are three separate shelving areas, two along the bottom and one up top that are great for shoe boxes or other storage items that don’t necessarily hang easily in a closet. The lowest shelf sits about 2.16 inches off the ground, and there’s a 10.62-gap between it and the second shelf. The third shelf sits 48.8 inches above, giving you a great gap to store taller items like boots or umbrellas.
In between the shelves, there is a rack, which sits about 45.66 above the second shelf, that is perfect for storing coats, sweaters, tops, and other garments that require a hanger. Parallel to that open rack area, the sides of the organizer also have hooks, two on each size, ideal for holding hats, purses, and other smaller items. It is this versatility with storage space that makes this unit effective in closets as well as entryways. It has a weight capacity of 400 pounds so you can really pile it on even though the overall frame might look a bit fragile.
And fragile it is not. This organizer is constructed with stainless steel, so it is built to last. Steel has many great qualities, including rust resistance, extreme durability, and it’s easy to clean which is always a bonus. The shelves are mostly steel mesh as well but the third, upper shelf has a particle board base that provides extra support for heavier items.
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You can use it in a closet, as designed, as well as in an entryway, but this shelf is versatile in placement. It can be set up in the garage as a makeshift mudroom or used in your laundry room to better organize your laundry and cleaning supplies.
What to expect from a $129 clothing rack: Pros and cons
Pros
- Versatile in use: With three shelves and a hanging rack, you can easily store a variety of items on this organizer.
- Weight bearing: The unit can hold up to 400 pounds.
- Quality construction: The organizer is made with stainless steel so it’s very durable, rust-resistant, and it won’t bend, buckle, or become brittle over time.
Cons
- Limited reviews: The organizer has only a handful of reviews.
- Assembly required: The clothing rack requires assembly but tools are provided with our purchase.
Not only did shoppers find it easy to assemble — by themselves with no additional help — but it’s super effective at storing exactly what you need and very sturdy. “Love it,” one shopper said. “It fits all of our motorcycle stuff perfectly.”
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Organization is more than just getting rid of long-owned items. Sometimes it’s learning how to effectively store what you have, and with the Lantine Freestanding Clothing Rack and Organizer, you can keep all your coveted essentials neat, tidy, and easy-to-find.
