When most people think of wardrobe boxes, they think of moving. No one wants to transport their nice clothing across country in a wrinkling heap of fabric. Instead of piling hanging clothing in the backseat of a car or draping them over furniture in the back of a moving van, a wardrobe box keeps clothing safe and neat while in transit. Folding some clothing such as dresses or suits just causes a headache of wrinkles. A wardrobe box allows the clothing to hang as it would in a closet and that eliminates unnecessary wrinkles. The boxes are also clearly marked with “this end up” arrows so there’s little risk of accidentally spilling the contents.
Wardrobe boxes aren’t just for moving. They’re an excellent way to store off-season clothing. The box will protect the clothing from dust whether the box is kept in the attic or a storage unit. Cedar squares can be hung from the bar between articles of clothing and that can help repel pests. Wardrobe boxes can store everything from bulky snowsuits and winter coats to light summer dresses. The wide cardboard surfaces are great for labeling. When it comes time to pull the clothing out of storage, there’s no guess work.
The roominess of wardrobe boxes can accommodate special occasion outfits such as wedding dresses and tuxedos. Religious groups and theatrical groups may find wardrobe boxes an invaluable addition. They can be used to hold and protect robes, vestments, and costumes.
However, wardrobe boxes aren’t just for clothing. A wardrobe box can be turned into a wrapping station. Commercially produced wrapping stations can be expensive and a wardrobe box comes at a fraction of the price. Wardrobe boxes are tall enough to accommodate the longest tubes of wrapping paper while the bar can be used to keep spools of ribbon neat and organized.
Quilters and seamstresses can make good use of wardrobe boxes to hold works in progress. The cardboard enclosure will help protect the wandering fingers of children from sharp pins and careful pinning from the curiosity of children and pets. The boxes can also be used to organize fabrics, strips of trim, and to make sure a measuring tape is always handy.
Wardrobe boxes are sturdy and durable. The bar across the top and the ample space at the bottom can be used to hold and protect a variety of things. The use of a wardrobe box is only limited by your imagination.
