The 12 Best Containers for Storing Clothes

Best Overall

Lifewit Storage Bag

$20 At Amazon

For an all-around, versatile storage option, consider this trio of cubic storage bags. Whether it's your college t-shirt collection, your bulkiest winter sweaters, or a combo of the two that you're looking to keep safe, these storage bags will accommodate all of it and then some.

We like that they're durable, yet breathable with sturdy, two-way zippers and sewn-on handles that make it easy to pull off the shelf. Even better, each bag has a window so you can see what's inside without having to fully open and dig through them.

They're available in sets of three or five, and you can choose from black, gray, or blue. They do lack extra supports that keep them upright when they're not full—however, this is the same feature that allows them to be easily folded down for storage. Our suggestion: fill them one at a time so they stay sturdy, and those in waiting will be easy to tuck away—or even slide underneath the full ones.

_{Dimensions: 19.7 x 14.2 x 19.7 inches | Material: Fabric, PVC | Stackable: Not listed | Capacity: 90 liters apiece | Color: Black, blue, gray}

Best Stackable

Sorbus Storage Bin Boxes

$24 At Amazon

With so many options available, it wasn't easy to determine a Best Stackable container for clothing storage. But the Sorbus Storage Bins rose to the top because of the thoughtful details. We love the transparent window, the label slot, the inner metal frame, and the attached handle—plus, you can conveniently access contents from the top or the front.

Having a label makes a world of difference when it comes to organizing, too. "For easy access, containers that have labels are optimal, so you remember what you stored in each one," says Peterson.

These organizers come in a set of two, and there are six colors to choose from (including pink and teal green). They're collapsible when they're not in use, but they're so practical that we're confident you'll find plenty of ways to fill them. If we could change anything, we'd extend the line so more sizes would be available, but in the meantime, we're definitely fans of the current offering.

_{Dimensions: 15.75 x 12 x 8 inches | Material: Fabric | Stackable: Yes | Capacity: Not listed | Color: Beige, blue, brown, gray, pink, teal}

Best Value

IKEA PÄRKLA Storage case

$2 At Ikea

For a lightweight and low-key storage solution for your clothes, IKEA's inexpensive PÄRKLA is a plastic fabric bag that'll effortlessly do the trick. Best suited to be used indoors, such as under the bed or at the top of the closet, the bag is roomy without being bulky, and it features a bright orange zipper that stands out against the frosted fabric. Because it's a fraction of the cost of other options on this list, you can stock up on a few for linens, bath towels, seasonal decor, or various other supplies.

One thing we recommend with this particular bag is to fill them intentionally. The lightweight material isn't as durable or sturdy as other types of storage, so if protection your priority for you, you may want to keep looking (or plan to use them where they'll be relatively safe, like on the top shelf of a closet).

_{Dimensions: 22 x 19 x 7 inches | Material: Polypropylene fabric | Stackable: Not listed | Capacity: Not listed | Color: White}

Best Plastic Bins

Sterilite Garage Totes

$68 At Amazon $87 At Home Depot View On The Container Store

What sets these totes from Sterilite apart are the secure seals, simple yet spacious design, and their convenient stackability. They also come in two sizes, 25-quart and 50-quart, though for practical clothing storage, we're zeroing in on the 50-quart size. It has a smaller footprint than a standard laundry basket, but runs a few inches deeper—meaning that there's plenty of room for your favorite hoodies, long scarves, thick socks, and more.

The material is a frosted, transparent polypropylene plastic, so the bins are as sturdy and durable as you can hope a high-quality plastic bin to be. The only things missing are labels that can help you identify contents from a distance (especially helpful if you have more than one), but we think that the transparent material will probably be sufficient for most people to identify what they're looking for.

_{Dimensions: 19.88 x 15.5 x 14.75 inches | Material: Polypropylene | Stackable: Yes | Capacity: 50 quart | Color: Transparent, white}

Best for Long-Term Storage

Taili Hanging Vacuum Storage Bags

$25 At Amazon

Vacuum storage bags are a great choice when you're looking for efficient storage that also saves space. If you haven't used these clever bags before, they could take a bit of getting-used-to, but ultimately we think you'll find them easy and effective—plus they offer the the added protection of an airtight and waterproof seal. We recommend this set from Taili because it stands out as a great option for clothing when tested alongside multiple sets and styles of vacuum storage bags.

We especially love how they're made to hold clothes in place on hangers, so you can avoid wrinkles and the work of ironing when you remove them. While we see this as a benefit, it may complicate things for anyone who wants to move their out-of-season clothes out of their closet or has limited hanging space available elsewhere in their home.

And if water or moisture should ever reach your clothes, and everything starts to mold, there is hope to to clean and refresh them, but it's also best to avoid it as much as possible. That's why if you are keeping clothes in an environment where they may potentially be exposed to moisture, consider an airtight or waterproof storage option, like these bags from Taili.

With convenient features like short and long sizes and color-changing zippers, we think they're well worth consideration. Just make sure to have a hand pump or vacuum at the ready because the set does not include one.

_{Dimensions: 53 x 27.6 inches (long), 41.3 x 27.6 inches (short) | Material: Plastic | Stackable: No | Capacity: Up to 5 garments | Color: Transparent}

Best Underbed Bag

Zober Underbed Storage Bag Organizer

$15 At Amazon

Jeans? Check. Sweaters? Check. Your entire summer wardrobe? Check (depending on how large it is, of course). These Zober bags come in a convenient pair, and are a great choice for big and small garments.

We especially like the clear zipper top that allows you to see its contents without fully unzipping and opening it up, and the sewn-on handle that makes it easy to pull it out from under the bed. They're also a great value.

Now, it's worth noting that they won't offer as much protection as some of the more heavy-duty options, and they also come in just neutrals (black, gray, and brown), which may not be everyone's cup of tea. Though, if they're stored securely under your bed, your clothes are likely to be just as you left them the next time you pull them out.

_{Dimensions: 42 x 18 x 6 inches | Material: Plastic, linen | Stackable: No | Capacity: Not listed | Color: Gray, brown}

Best Underbed Bin

The Container Store Our Long Under Bed Box With Wheels

$180 At The Container Store

With a hinged lid that can be opened one half at a time, you can access this underbed storage bin without pulling it all the way out from under your bed—a major plus in our book. It's great for those in small spaces, too. When you have tight quarters, storage and organizations options that won't take up additional space and can multitask are ideal, and this bin definitely fit the bill.

It also feature wheels at the bottom, so it slides out with ease, and it easily coordinates with various other Container Store products if you're inclined to match. This bin in particular is also as a single piece, or in bundles of six (though it's not more cost-effective to buy in bulk). If you are using more than one—or really, if your storage style tends to be "out of sight, out of mind"—then you may want to add a label to the front, which is not included.

_{Dimensions: 35.63 x 18.25 x 6.5 inches | Material: Polypropylene | Stackable: Yes | Capacity: 30 pounds | Color: Transparent}

Best Fabric

IKEA SKUBB Storage Case

$10 At Ikea

Using fabric to store your fabric clothing feels like a natural choice. In the case of this option from IKEA, the material is made of at least 90 percent recycled polyester. There are three versatile sizes to choose from, but we're partial to the largest since it holds the most and fits well under a bed.

A zipper flap and external handle make it easy to put away and pull out at your convenience. We also like that it has mesh subtly added to the corners for ventilation. With a fabric container, keep in mind that the reality of the material and design means it won't be as sturdy as heavy duty bins or boxes. Still, it's a great option for storing clothes and keeping the dust—and pesky moths—away.

_{Dimensions: 7.5 x 21.75 x 36.5 inches | Material: Recycled polyester, Polypropylene insert | Stackable: Not listed | Capacity: Not listed | Color: White, gray}

Best for Drawers

Simple Houseware Closet Underwear Organizer

$14 At Amazon $14 At Walmart

If you already have a set of drawers and are looking for ways to better ways to organize their contents, then a practical set of dividers may be just the ticket. We like this four-pack from Simple Houseware since each divider is unique, offering you a range of compartment sizes suitable for small items like socks, underwear, bras, and ties. The bins range from six to 24 compartments apiece, with the whole set offering 45 spaces in total.

Each open-air bin is 4.25 inches tall, so be sure to double-check your drawer depths before adding them to your cart. While they're technically designed for drawers, they could easily work on a shelf or countertop, too. The seven color choices also make it easy to match your furniture or decor if you do opt to display them.

Just keep in mind that, like most fabric containers, their not going to offer as much protection as those made from sturdier materials.

_{Dimensions: 12 x 6 x 4.25, 12 x 12 x 4.25 inches | Material: Fabric | Stackable: No | Capacity: Varies | Color: Black, beige, dark gray, light gray, brown, pink, turquoise}

Best for Shoes

StorageLab Under Bed Shoe Storage Organizer

$40 At Amazon $40 At Walmart

While there's no dearth of shoe storage options available, if you're looking specifically for a bin, then we recommend this sleek under bed set, which comes with two separate units. Each one holds up to 12 pairs of shoes to give you, in total, room for 24 pairs!

What's more, if you have boots or other larger styles, the inner dividers are adjustable so you can re-shape them to create roomier compartments. They also have transparent tops for easy viewing of your collection, and handles are smartly placed on two different sides so you can store them facing in either direction and still access a handle.

There are three color choices in total, and if you don't want adjustable dividers, that option is available, too. While we like these options, we'd also like to see one with a more durable frame or sturdier inserts to protect shoes even more.

_{Dimensions: 5.3 x 24.5 x 30 inches | Material: Fabric | Stackable: Not listed | Capacity: 12 shoes apiece, 24 in total | Color: Dark gray, navy, straw}

Best Clothing Rack

Untyo Clothes Rack

$53 At Amazon

While it may not technically be a container, we'd be remiss not to mention the Untyo clothing rack as another great option for clothing storage. We tested it in The Lab and were impressed by its sleek and durable design that features dual rods and two tiers of shelving—so impressed that we named it our best overall clothing rack.

We also love the practical wheeled base, which makes it easy to move from room to room when the need arises. You could even use it to hold some of the bins and bags we've compiled on this list, and roll it into place at the start of each season.

By design, this clothing rack will be used differently than bins and bags. To start, it requires assembly (although, we found the process to be smooth and straightforward). It also won't protect clothes the same way that a lidded box or tote would, and it will take up a fair amount of real estate in your home. Still, if you're looking for the storage that a small closet would provide, and that will allow you to keep your clothes in an attractive display, this is it.

_{Dimensions: 63 x 20 x 31.5 inches | Material: Iron | Stackable: No | Capacity: 110 pound weight limit | Color: Black, white, bronze, gold, silver}

Best Portable Closet

Honey-Can-Do 43" Wide Portable Wardrobe Storage Closet

$38 At Amazon

At 43 inches wide, this portable closet isn't as overwhelming as others, but it still offers plenty of room inside. You'll have hanging space, drawers, and shelves that can store loose items or bins of your choosing. The frame is made of durable steel, and it has a lightweight fabric cover as well as magnetic doors to protect your belongings.

The amount you can fit inside will, of course, depend on the size and style of your wardrobe, but rest assured it boasts a weight capacity of 50 pounds. Speaking of weight, it's not as easy to move a piece of this size and shape as it is to scoot a bin or bag around, so just know that you'll want to plan accordingly if and when the need to move it arises.

_{Dimensions: 70 x 43 x 18 inches | Material: Steel, Fabric | Stackable: No | Capacity: 50 pounds | Color: Gray}