Summertime and the livin’ is easy — that is, as long as you’re ready to shut your laptop and ignore the overflowing laundry when a pool party or beach day pops up. Step one: Get your swimsuits organized. Like most things, though, that’s easier said than done. Tossing bikinis, one pieces, and swim trunks in…
Take a cue from TikTok creator Christine Andrew. She uses translucent mesh bags with different colored zippers to sort and store her swimsuit collection. Simply place each suit in its own bag for quick identification and compact storage, and arrange the bags vertically in a drawer so you can effortlessly grab-and-go. This hack eliminates the frustration of digging through a tangled mess of swimwear, searching for a matching top and bottom, or your favorite pair of trunks. You can even label the bags, jotting down sizes or descriptions such as “yellow polka dot.”
How To Color Code Your Swimsuits
By Category
Assign colors to different types of swimwear. For instance, bikinis could go in bags with red zippers, one-piece swimsuits in green, cover-ups in purple, kids’ suits in orange, and swim trunks in blue.
By Person
If you’re organizing suits for the whole family, designate a zipper color to each person. Larger sets, such as this one, include several pouches of each color.
By Color Match
For a quick visual cue, match the zipper color to the swimsuit’s color — red swimsuits in red-zippered bags, and so on.
Helpful Tip: This system is a game-changer for travel, too. The bags make swimsuits easy to find in a suitcase and also protect your clothes from still-damp trunks. Just remember to unpack and wash them as soon as you’re home to prevent mildew and odors.
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More Smart Ways To Organize Swimsuits
• Use Drawer Dividers: Dresser drawer inserts help separate swimsuits by type or color.
• Hang an Over-The-Door Pocket Organizer: A clear pocket organizer (not just for shoes) offers individual storage for each suit and can hang on the back of a closet or bathroom door.
• Label Storage Bins: Once summer is over, stash suits in labeled plastic bins or baskets under your bed or on a high closet shelf, but not too out of reach — a tropical vacation could be around the corner.
This home hack is part of Summer Spruce Up Week — seven days packed with ideas to get you ready for the season ahead. We’ll be sharing our best tips for stress-free grilling, memorable outdoor gatherings, and thriving summer gardens.
