Closet Tips for the Fashion Forward

The designers have spoken. Runway shows in New York, Paris and Milan have given us a look at what should be in our closets for the 2011-12 winter season.

Pair those new fashions with the perfect custom closet design from Neff of Chicago’s Valet Closet Collection, and you’ve got a win-win.


Real men wear shades of gray.
Pale, medium and charcoal gray overcoats, jackets, pants and vests in materials from wool to flannel to velvet and chenille.
VALET SOLUTION: Real men choose the Neff of Chicago Valet Closet Collection for the style and storage options the system offers.

Red bright and blue.
Winter neutrals get a boost from bold bright colors this year. Calvin’s cobalt blue suit for him. Bright red pants showing up in designer collections for men and women.
VALET SOLUTION: Bold or subdued, your wardrobe is right at your fingertips with pull down rails for extra closet storage at the top, and cascading pull-out pants rails.

Baggy is beautiful.
On trend for the well turned out gentleman this season:baggy low-crotch trousers and baggy jeans. Twin them with fitted tops and ankle boots.
VALET SOLUTION: Boots and shoes to match your fall outfits are neatly within reach on pull-out shoe racks or in fully extendable roll-out shoe drawers.

The well-dressed working woman.
Set the dress pants aside and pick up on a new office look: day dresses with mid-length skirts and long full sleeves - shades of the 1970s.
VALET SOLUTION: Use your closet island to lay out your work ensemble - dress, belt, jacket, stockings or tights - the night before.

Sweater girl 2011.
New weekend uniform: long skirt or gauzy summer skirt topped with a cozy sweater.
VALET SOLUTION: A roll out drawer with graceful, curved glass front panels is a comfy sweater’s best friend.

Patterns galore.
Pick your pattern: granny plaids, polka dots, art nouveau swirls, camouflage-inspired looks. Or, mix and match - with care.
VALET SOLUTION: A pivoting, full-length mirror will let you know if you have successfully blended dots and plaids - before you take it to the streets.

Whatever your style statement - risk-taker, conservative elegance or casual chic - there is no better environment for your finery than one of the Valet Closet Collection systems from Neff of Chicago.

Find additional smart storage solutions for your fall wardrobe, in the Valet Collection gallery.