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21 Insanely Clever Organization Products To Get The Chaos Under Control

It’s two minutes before you have to leave for work, and unfortunately, you can’t find your keys or your shoes. They’re probably buried under the piles of clutter you’ve been meaning to clean forever. Sound familiar? If so, then it's time to declutter your home with these insanely clever organization products and get that chaos under control.

For those of us who are organizationally-challenged, we know that getting (and keeping) our living space clean and manageable is easier said than done. But thankfully, you don't need a proverbial degree from the academy of Marie Kondo to achieve a life-changing level of tidiness in your home — at least not when you have a few smart shortage solutions in place. From shower curtains that have pockets for your toiletries to super-slim shelving units that can fit into tight spaces, you can conquer clutter with ease when you have the right products.

So if you're plagued by piles of pots and pans, or if you've ever been injured in a shower-bottle avalanche, then it's time to overhaul your house and set up an organizational system that’ll actually work. By spending an hour or two decking out each room in your home with space-saving solutions, you will save yourself hours of frustration in the future. And you’ll find your shoes, too.

by Taylor Fuller

1. This Super-Slim Shelving Unit You Can Slide Into Tight Spaces

Mobile Shelving Unit Organized With Three Large Storage Baskets, $32, Amazon

Measuring in at less than five inches wide, you can use this storage basket almost anywhere. It’s attached to four small wheels allowing you to slide it in and out of tight spaces. Use it to store laundry supplies in between your washer and dryer or canned foods between your fridge and cabinets.

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2. This Simple But Genius Drawer Storage Solution

VANITYkeeper, $13, Amazon

Sometimes the most genius solutions are also the simplest — and that’s the case with this bamboo-finished magnetic strip. Using the adhesive backing, you can stick this strip onto the side of a drawer or on the wall next to your skin to help you keep track of all of those easy-to-loose items (think: bobby pins, fingernail clippers, tweezers, etc.).

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3. This Drawer Organizer That Sorts Your Socks

Evelots, Honeycomb Drawer Organizers, $12 (Set of 2), Amazon

Get your sock drawer in order with a honeycomb drawer organizer — perfect for separating socks, underwear, ties, jewelry, or even your arts and crafts drawer. Plus, the easy to snap together installation makes it customizable for any drawer size.

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4. This All-In-One Kitchen Storage Solution That Is Cheap, Too

Multifunctional Wall Hanging Aluminum Kitchen Rack, $40, Amazon

This multifunctional kitchen wall rack has it all. Knife storage, spice storage, spots to hang your cutting block, grater and ladles, heck, it's able to with stand 40 pounds of weight so you can even hang your pots and pans on it. It's the ultimate all-in-one kitchen storage solution and best of all, its only 40 bucks.

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5. This Pan Rack That Cuts The Clutter And The Clatter

Simple Houseware Kitchen Cabinet Pantry Pan And Pot Lid Organizer, $14, Amazon

If you find that stacking your pots and pans is your very own version of Tetris, then it’s time to find a better system. This pan and pot lid rack is perfect for your cabinet. It keeps frying pans and lids from falling all over the place and it can be placed vertical or horizontal depending on your needs. Store up to give pans and get your cabinet space organized.

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6. This Shower Liner Lined With Storage Pockets

Maytex Mesh Pockets PEVA Shower Curtain Clear, $13, Amazon

If your shower products are piling up, then this curtain can help clear up the clutter. With nine mesh pockets, each able to hold up to two pounds, you can store you shampoos, conditioners, shaving creaming, loafs — even a waterproof speaker, if that's what you're into — without taking up valuable real-estate around your tub's ledge.

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7. The Giant Jewelry Case That Doubles As A Mirror

White Mirrored Jewelry Cabinet, $88, Amazon

What can only be described as a giant jewelry box masquerading as an elegantly understated standing mirror, this genius piece of furniture is a dream come true for anyone with an accessories obsession. It features specially designed spots to store rings, necklaces, bracelets, and earrings along with shelving for miscellany —  all of which you can keep safe with the built in lock.

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8. These Wire Dividers For Instantly More Organized Shelves

Evelots Set of Four Closet Shelf Dividers For Wooden Shelving, $16, Amazon

Kick chaos out of your closet (and your life) by creating an organization system where there wasn’t one before. These wire shelf dividers attach to your wooden shelves to keep your clothing, towels, or blankets where they should be. Perfect for getting your linen closet in check, these dividers will keep your stacks from tumbling over.

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9. This Broom And Mop Holder So Can Even Organize Your Cleaning Supplies

OuTera Broom Mop Holder Wall Mount, $12, Amazon

Take a page from Monica Geller’s book and even organize your cleaning supplies. Hang your brooms, mops, dustpans, rags, and more on this wall mounted organizer. It features non-slip grips so your items stay put and off the floor.

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10. This Outlet Shelf For Your Electronics

Wall Outlet Organizer Storage, $20, Amazon

With all these fancy electric toothbrushes, facial tools, and razors that are taking over the market, the countertop in your bathroom is probably becoming a mess of wires. Enter: This handy outlet wall organizer can be installed right over a regular wall outlet. It gives you the space to charge your gadgets and keep things tidy. The mount has two spools on the bottom so you can wind the cords on there to keep them off the counter.

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11. These Earbud Spools For Keeping Your Headphones Safe

Bluelounge Cableyoyo, $10, Amazon

Pop your headphones into your bag without worrying about them becoming a tangled mess. Simply wrap your earbuds around the soft silicone rubber spool. The center is magnetic so it will hold earphones in place. They’ll stay neat until you’re ready to use them.

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12. This Laptop Case That Has A Place For Everything

GRID-IT Wrap For Macbook Air (11in-13in), $32-$39, Amazon

My backpack has become a black hole into the unknown. I can’t ever find anything I need in it because of how unorganized it is. That's why I love this Macbook Air case. It has a wrap around grid that is the perfect storage solution. You can use it to keep your sunglasses, power cords, chargers, watches, earbuds, business cards, and more in one place so you always know where everything is in your bag.

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13. This Simple Cable Management System That Keeps Your Chords From Getting Tangled

Bluelounge CableDrop Multi White Cable Management System, $9, Amazon

Stop spending your time at work untangling cables and instead keep them where you need them. Attach this cable management system to your desk and use it to keep your chords organized. The two outer channels have a looser grip so you can easily remove the cords that you use frequently while the inner ones are slightly tighter for the ones you don’t need to move around.

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14. The Scarf Hanger For Easy-To-See Storage

Adorox 28 Slot Round Circle Ring Scarf Closet Hanger Organizer, $6, Amazon

Stop sifting through your pile of of scarves and belts and add this organizational hanger to your wardrobe. Hang it on the back of your closet door for easy access. It hangs up to 28 scarves or belts so you can easily spot what you are looking for.

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15. These Space-Saver Packs For Organizing Your Suitcase

FLIGHT 001 SpacePak Travel Bag Set, $56, Amazon

As a travel blogger, I visit a different place at least once a month and I’m usually switching hotels at least two or three times. This can make packing and unpacking my suitcase a nightmare. But using space saver packs make it so much easier. This set comes with three: a large one for clothing which has dual-sided zippers to keep clean and dirty clothes separate, a medium-sized bag for shoes, and a small one for toiletries.

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16. These Laundry Bags For Keeping Your Luggage Clean

FLIGHT 001 GO CLEAN Set, $52, Amazon

This little three piece set is a staple in my bag when I travel — I don’t go anywhere without it. The laundry bag is just the right size to keep your dirty clothes away from your clean ones, the shoe bags can be used for sneakers or multiple pairs of sandals, and the “stuff” bag doubles as a dry sack for wet clothes.

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17. This Over-The-Door Rack For Maximizing Cabinet Space

Simple Houseware Over The Cabinet Door Organizer Holder, $14, Amazon

Part of cutting down chaos means optimizing all of your space for storage purposes. And in the kitchen that means taking advantage of over-the-door organizers. This one allows you to store cutting boards, bakeware, cookie sheets, or food wraps on your door so you save valuable cabinet space for larger items. It fits over most cabinet doors and comes with padded foam hooks so they won’t scratch the finishes.

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18. This See Through Spice Rack That Adds Flavor To Your Kitchen Decor

Six Jar Metal And Glass Food Spice Storage Rack, $20, Amazon

Keep your favorite snack foods, spices, and seasonings within reach with a stylish storage choice. The two-tier metal rack comes with six round glass jars that you can fill with your most used spices and seasonings or your favorite afternoon snacks. You can store it on your kitchen countertop because it looks great while being super functional.

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19. This Toilet Paper Dispenser That Cuts Down On Clutter In Your Cabinet

Mesh Top Rolling Toilet Tissue Matte Nickel Dispenser, $28, Amazon

If you have stacks of toilet paper taking up space in your bathroom cabinet here's the solution. This toilet paper dispenser is great because you can fit up to seven rolls inside which ends up saving you room. The top is made from metal so you can even place things on top of it for more storage space.

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20. The Catchall For Your Everyday Essentails

Catchall: A Handmade Stand For Everything, $35, Amazon

Instead of spending precious time in the morning searching for your stuff, use a stand on your bedside table that keeps essentials organized. This one has room for your phone (while it’s charging), a watch, wallet, and two little nooks on the corner for keys or headphones. The two pieces of wood slide together to form a shelf, making it extremely portable (it also has a carry case) if you want to travel with it.

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21. This Transparent Makeup Organizer For Easy-To-See Storage

Large Capacity Premium Quality Plastic Makeup Palette Organizer, $20, Amazon

It's tempting to simply stash all of your beauty products in a box or toss them in a drawer, but without separate compartments that system can quickly spiral out of control and soon your blush brushes will be dusted with eyeshadow and your applicator sponges will be tainted gooey with lip gloss and — you get the picture. One smart solution is using plastic organizers. They’re clear so they still allow you to see the things that you store in them, which makes them perfect for makeup. This one is pretty large and has multiple compartments for storing brushes, palettes, and other essentials.

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