Whether you're reorganizing your wardrobe or feng shui-ing your living room layout, after nearly a year in quarantine, a limited number of projects lift our spirits more than organizing our homes.
Managing our spaces – how they look and feel – renders a sense of relief, something many of us so desperately need. And if you're searching for an illustration on how, take Drew Barrymore's lead.
- See: Drew Barrymore's living room – and mimic her vintage style with buys from her own interiors collection
In an Instagram video released on March 2, the Flower Home founder displayed a very familiar snapshot – a disorganized floor – which affected viewers in a very relatable manner.
The Drew Barrymore Show host relied on rectangular-shaped boxes to perfectly pack all of her everyday essentials – and it earned our stamp-of-approval as well.
See: Cleaning tips – our essential guide to keeping your home spotless
Storage boxes are an invaluable investment and endlessly multi-functional, particularly when you discover one that grants a streamlined silhouette, with (or without) a top lid, and available in a muted hue.
See: Small living room storage ideas – clever ways to clear clutter in a compact space
A staple such as that is nothing short of an essential – a way to tuck away odds and ends, without disrupting your current aesthetic (and no one will guess your secret).
Consequently, if you find yourself contemplating giving Drew Barrymore's go-to trick a try this spring season, we've carefully curated a collection of suggestions suitable for the task, below.
1. Try a whitewashed storage solution
- See: Small bedroom storage ideas – for a practical, smart and versatile scheme
2. Opt for a classic clasped choice
3. Try an out-of-the-box selection such as this beautiful bin
4. Stay on-trend with this ombré option
5. Get a natural look with a cotton creation
-
How to decorate with rich colors – 9 ways to add character with an intriguing schemeWarm, inviting, and stylish, decorating with rich colors will add depth to any room
-
This Ina Garten-approved scale is a reliable way to measure ingredients – it looks sleek on every countertop (and is under $53)The best appliances are those that make recipes easy while looking beautiful in the process – this is the case with Garten's go-to scales
-
Best car vacuums – our top wet/dry, cordless and upright vacs, plus recommendations from professional car cleanersAlong with our 200+ hours of vacuum testing, we spoke with professional car detailers to find out exactly what makes the best car vacuum
-
The 7 best vacuum cleaners for carpet – tested by our appliance editors for deep cleaning across all carpet typesTo find vacuum cleaners that can properly tackle high-pile and low-pile carpets, we've spent hours testing the world's best
-
Dyson V12 Detect Slim review – impressive power at a reasonable priceThe V12 Detect Slim is a more affordable offering from Dyson, carrying their unrivaled 'detect' technology in a slimmer and lighter design
-
iRobot Roomba Combo j9+ robot vacuum review – 1 year of use later, this remains one of the best I've tested and is worth every cenThe iRobot Roomba Combo j9+ vacuum and mop is the best robot I've ever tested. After trialling it for more than a month, I found it's one of the very best.
-
Eufy X8 Pro robot vacuum review – quick, slick, and effective, even years after its debutThe Eufy X8 Pro Robot Vacuum claims useful detection, anti-hair wrap, and intelligent features. I tested it for weeks to see whether it's worth the money.
-
Best robot vacuum for pet hair: tested by expertsThe best robot vacuum for pet hair will take the stress out of the fly-aways. Here's our top picks
-
Best vacuums for hardwood floors: Tested and loved by our home tech pros for safe brush rolls, smooth mobility and powerful suctionFrom our extensive testing, these are the best vacuums to buy if you have hardwood floors, with safe brush rolls, smooth mobility and powerful suction
-
Miele Complete C3 Cat & Dog Canister Vacuum review – it's great, but doesn't deliver the perfect all-round performance you'd expect at this priceIt's the most expensive vacuum we've ever tested, but I'm not sure the Miele Complete C3 really lives up to that hefty price tag
