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11 stylish yet practical storage solutions for a fresh start this September, from just £6
Get your bedding, cables and paperwork organised
September is the perfect time for a fresh start and getting your home back into shape after a long, hot summer. Some smart decluttering now – along with some great storage solutions – will make you feel that little bit more in control of your day-to-day routine and can make a huge difference as we head into the busy autumn months.
And if (like us) you don’t want to shove everything away into a cardboard or an ugly plastic storage box, we’ve found 11 stylish yet genuinely helpful storage solutions that you can leave on display and hide clutter in plain sight.
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Available in blue or pink stripes, these spacious storage boxes are ideal for bedding and spare towels. There are handles on the sides so you can move them or pull them out of cupboard easily, and the whole box folds down flat if you no longer need it, making it a great pick for storing seasonal items.
Key specifications
| Dimensions | H25 x W38 x D56cm |
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| Material | 90% cardboard, 10% fabric |
Habitat Pack of 3 Water Hyacinth Storage boxes
Habitat Pack of 3 Water Hyacinth Storage boxes
This trio of storage boxes lets you store a range of different items while keeping everything looking coordinated. The woven texture adds structural support and the lids make them easy to stack while ensuring your belongings don’t end up covered in dust and grime. Cutout handles on the sides mean they’re simple to move around, too.
Key specifications
| Dimensions | S – H17 x W28 x D18cm; M – H21 x W32 x D22cm; L – H25 x W36 x D26cm |
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| Material | Woven water hyacinth |
This plastic storage box features a stylish ribbed design and a lid to keep your belongings safely stored inside. There are six colourways to choose from, including sage green and ivory, but if you love a pop of colour in your home, the bold orange or cornflower blue finishes will stand out for all the right reasons. The large 21L box is a great option for storing magazines, photo albums or spare cables.
Key specifications
| Dimensions | H24 x W37.4 x D26.1cm |
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| Material | Plastic |
Keep your furry friend organised too with this adorable bone-shaped basket. The lightweight yet sturdy woven box can be used for storing leads, harnesses and coats, or for stashing all their toys. Either way, it keeps your home tidy while looking good in your living room or hallway.
Key specifications
| Dimensions | H22 x W44 x D17cm |
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| Material | Seagrass and steel |
If sturdiness and durability are key, these metal trunks are a great buy, and they’re made for showing off. They have two toggle closures on the front as well as a central carry handle for easy carrying. We’d make a feature of them and stack them up in corner of the room.
Key specifications
| Dimensions | S – H14.5 x W42 x D26cm; L – H20 x W49 x D33cm |
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| Material | Metal |
Perfect for an overflowing wardrobe, this underbed storage bag will keep extra shoes and summer clothes organised and out of the way. With a large handle on the side, it can easily be pulled out from under the bed whenever you need to access the contents, while the vintage checked pattern ensures the exterior looks just as chic as the clothes inside.
Key specifications
| Dimensions | H20 x W76 x D46cm |
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| Material | Fabric |
This cute berry-shaped basket will add character to your home while providing a neat storage space for everything from spare cables to your never-ending collection of tote bags. The cute stem handle on the lid keeps your belongings within easy reach, too.
Key specifications
| Dimensions | H24 x W30cm |
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| Material | Rattan |
Soft, cosy and oh-so fluffy, this storage basket is ideal for stashing away blankets and throws so your sofa always looks neat and tidy, and it adds extra texture to your living space. The faux leather handles make it easy to move from place to place as well.
Key specifications
| Dimensions | H30 x W35cm |
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| Material | 100% polyester |
This dark brown rattan basket is effortlessly chic, and the scalloped edge adds personality. The cutout handles on each side make it easy to carry, while the large rectangular shape makes it great for storing magazines, newspapers, books or other paperwork.
Key specifications
| Dimensions | H20 x W30 x D40cm |
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| Material | Rattan |
It will soon be time to switch out your summer bedding for your thick, cosy duvet and extra blankets. Use this cute, floral bag to keep your spare bedding fresh and out of the way. It’s perfect for keeping guest bedding separate from your own too.
Key specifications
| Dimensions | H50 x W80 x D35cm |
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| Material | Fabric |
Next Set of 3 Pastel Scallop Trunk Storage Baskets
Next Set of 3 Pastel Scallop Trunk Storage Baskets
These woven storage trunks are both durable and stylish thanks to the pastel scallop trim round the lid. Each basket is a different size, providing plenty of storage options for different items, and the boxes are stackable with cutout handles on the side, making them easy to pull out of cupboards or move around.
Key specifications
| Dimensions | Up to H30 x W70 x D30cm |
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| Material | Rattan |
Megan is the Good Housekeeping Institute’s senior homes and lifestyle writer. She loves diving into the latest product releases to find the very best buys on the market and has written hundreds of product reviews on everything from the best vacuum cleaners and coffee machines to the best ice cream makers and robot window cleaners.
When she’s not writing about the newest gadgets and gizmos for your home and garden, you’ll find her running every distance from 5km to 100km or relaxing at home with her cat – there really is no in between.
Megan has an MA in Magazine Journalism and has previously written for Stylist, Glamour, Women's Health, TimeOut, SquareMeal, and YOU magazine. You can find Megan on Instagram @meganlouisegeall.
