It's difficult to love something that holds all the horrible secrets of those unwise shopping sprees, and often messes up your relationships.
We're talking about the wardrobe ‒ something which should be a smart home to hang clothes, but as often as not bulges alarmingly with too many garments, and is most likely to fuel friction in the boudoir.
While the quaintly termed "unwanted amorous advances" come top in bedroom grievances between couples, the second biggest cause of rows is one partner "taking up too much wardrobe space".
This is closely followed by the infuriating habit to the tidy-minded of "leaving-clothes-lying-around" (this phrase is usually said slowly between gritted teeth).
Wardrobe wisdom is obviously needed, particularly as we've never needed so much suitable hanging space.
We buy so many clothes these days around 33 per cent of women and 18 per cent of men are even driven to using the spare room as extra space to house them all.
But a new wardrobe that suits your needs can bring your whole bedroom into balance. It can transform your room from a no-go zone to a stress-free haven. Too many people are unrealistic about the size of wardrobe they need ‒ one that's too small means you just end up with unsightly clutter spilling everywhere.
Complete honesty is the best policy for couples. Face it, as a woman you will have more clothes than your partner so opt for a triple wardrobe if you've got the room. Don't be precious about your space ‒ keep unseasonal clothes in airtight storage to make more room for your partner. Look for wardrobes that offer extra storage like shoe tidies and tie racks.
This latter tip could be a key relationship saver ‒ so take time to pick the right wardrobe ‒ it could not only ensure better cared for clothes but also less bedroom bickering.
Wardrobe romance
Maximise space and intimacy by sharing your hanging space ‒ after all, you're sharing everything else, but lay down some rules about which side's yours and insist on being able to remove items you truly hate him wearing!
Proceed with caution however, if your current wardrobe's the size of a matchbox. Instead, invest in bespoke wardrobes which have "his and her" sides complete with legroom for dresses, long coats and extra shelf space for his jeans and jumpers.
Macho wardrobes
There's nothing less alluring in a male pad (or more inclined to ruin your pulling power) than clothes scattered everywhere. We must recognise the tendency for males to skimp on this vital piece of furniture and opt to use their DIY skills on a flat pack version.
Try to buy for life, however, bear in mind flat pack furniture will not last a house move or could break if overfilled. Ideally, choose solid wood furniture that can be loved and cared for forever.
Girlie wardrobes
Curves and soft colours suit that feminine retreat and a wardrobe is the most prominent piece of furniture in a bedroom and cannot be a shrinking violet. Instead make a statement with something that stuns. A French painted or vintage antique look will make a bold declaration.
WARDROBE WISDOM
• Avoid overloading your wardrobe by having a twice a year clear-out, discarding anything you haven't worn in a year or that doesn't fit.
• Move out of season clothes out of the way under the bed or in the loft in moth-proof boxes.
• Work out how much space you need in a wardrobe with this calculation: 10 thin or six bulky items take up about 10cm of space.
• If possible dedicate a wall to fitted wardrobes, and organise long clothes by type and colour, and have two separate rails for shorter items like shirts.
We're talking about the wardrobe ‒ something which should be a smart home to hang clothes, but as often as not bulges alarmingly with too many garments, and is most likely to fuel friction in the boudoir.
While the quaintly termed "unwanted amorous advances" come top in bedroom grievances between couples, the second biggest cause of rows is one partner "taking up too much wardrobe space".
This is closely followed by the infuriating habit to the tidy-minded of "leaving-clothes-lying-around" (this phrase is usually said slowly between gritted teeth).
Wardrobe wisdom is obviously needed, particularly as we've never needed so much suitable hanging space.
We buy so many clothes these days around 33 per cent of women and 18 per cent of men are even driven to using the spare room as extra space to house them all.
But a new wardrobe that suits your needs can bring your whole bedroom into balance. It can transform your room from a no-go zone to a stress-free haven. Too many people are unrealistic about the size of wardrobe they need ‒ one that's too small means you just end up with unsightly clutter spilling everywhere.
Complete honesty is the best policy for couples. Face it, as a woman you will have more clothes than your partner so opt for a triple wardrobe if you've got the room. Don't be precious about your space ‒ keep unseasonal clothes in airtight storage to make more room for your partner. Look for wardrobes that offer extra storage like shoe tidies and tie racks.
This latter tip could be a key relationship saver ‒ so take time to pick the right wardrobe ‒ it could not only ensure better cared for clothes but also less bedroom bickering.
Wardrobe romance
Maximise space and intimacy by sharing your hanging space ‒ after all, you're sharing everything else, but lay down some rules about which side's yours and insist on being able to remove items you truly hate him wearing!
Proceed with caution however, if your current wardrobe's the size of a matchbox. Instead, invest in bespoke wardrobes which have "his and her" sides complete with legroom for dresses, long coats and extra shelf space for his jeans and jumpers.
Macho wardrobes
There's nothing less alluring in a male pad (or more inclined to ruin your pulling power) than clothes scattered everywhere. We must recognise the tendency for males to skimp on this vital piece of furniture and opt to use their DIY skills on a flat pack version.
Try to buy for life, however, bear in mind flat pack furniture will not last a house move or could break if overfilled. Ideally, choose solid wood furniture that can be loved and cared for forever.
Girlie wardrobes
Curves and soft colours suit that feminine retreat and a wardrobe is the most prominent piece of furniture in a bedroom and cannot be a shrinking violet. Instead make a statement with something that stuns. A French painted or vintage antique look will make a bold declaration.
WARDROBE WISDOM
• Avoid overloading your wardrobe by having a twice a year clear-out, discarding anything you haven't worn in a year or that doesn't fit.
• Move out of season clothes out of the way under the bed or in the loft in moth-proof boxes.
• Work out how much space you need in a wardrobe with this calculation: 10 thin or six bulky items take up about 10cm of space.
• If possible dedicate a wall to fitted wardrobes, and organise long clothes by type and colour, and have two separate rails for shorter items like shirts.