10 Clever Tie Storage Ideas to Keep Your Closet Neat & Stylish

Anyone who has slammed open a drawer to search for a tie—and then retrieved a bunch of wrinkled polyester and silk will know the issue. Ties are difficult items to store. Too long to fold, too slippery to stack and too easy to forget until you need it in a hurry. A well-organized tie closet isn’t just about cleanliness, it will keep the material safe, colors and patterns in mind, and make the morning of getting dressed a lot easier.

Here are 10 ways to store ties other than over the door hook. Some are user-friendly, some are inexpensive, some are in style, but they all share the common goal of putting a place to live in every tie:

Warm Walnut Wall-Mounted Tie Rack for a Cozy Closet

You may find it hard to put my finger on it, but a walnut makes a closet more complete than it is actually functional. This rich, reddish-brown wood is warmed by a wall mounted rack that’s used for hanging rods and white shelving. The majority use a set of smooth pegs or a rotating arm to spread the ties out and let you see what you have got without having to guess.

Install at eye level, preferably next to your own dressing area. This little fact is even more significant than anyone realizes — a rack in a corner is not used much, but one straight in the path of the player will become a habit. Walnut also complements brass or matte black hardware, making it an ideal choice for traditional closet décor if you’re already into the traditional style.

Luxe Motorized Tie Rack with Golden LED Glow

This is for the one who would like her wardrobe to have a bit of the boutique feeling. Motorized tie hangers turn a dozen or more times with the push of a button, capturing the sheen of silk and patterned fabric with soft golden LED lights. This may seem like too much until you experience it — it’s really convenient to be able to see all of the options, all lit up, rather than flip them over on a rack in the dim light of a closet.

They will usually contain 30-70 ties, and may also have room for belts. They require some power source in the immediate vicinity so this is a bit more of an installation than a quick add-on. However, if you are going to be installing a walk-in closet or a dressing room, it is a true fun feature, and not a gimmick. It also helps to see the difference between navy and black at 6am, a problem many have, but few would admit.

Cedar Wooden Tie Hanger in a Sage-Green Closet

Cedar does double duty here. It smells good, it keeps moths away, and it’s just plain good-looking with the swept-back closet interior that has been featured in many home makeovers recently with sage-green as the color. Whether it’s a flat paddle hanger or a multi-tier hanger, a simple hanger from cedar keeps ties from mustering up over time in that dark closet.

If you have already invested in cedar hangers that fit suits and jackets, then you should get a similar one that will go with your tie—this is one of the cheaper upgrades on this list. This combination is showing up on closet design mood boards all the time because sage green walls or shelving don’t overpower the light wood tone. Indirect but deliberate

 Crystal-Clear Acrylic Tie Box on a Blush Vanity

The acrylic storage gives the idea of something being displayed in a case. A clear tie box on a blush colored vanity or dresser makes your ties a part of the room, rather than hidden away. You can view what’s in the box which saves the morning rush, and the box keeps ties from getting dusty and creased.

This concept is particularly advantageous for people who have a small space or apartment and cannot afford to have an entire walk-in closet. Roll instead of fold, as it will keep the silk from sharp folds. Then, you can place a small trays or a watch inside to create a mini valet station above the dresser, and you’re basically creating a mini valet station. It’s compact with a darn nice payoff.

 Boho Terracotta Closet-Door Tie Rack with Rattan Charm

Not all closets have to be a men’s catalog. In the more relaxed and textural style, a terracotta-colored rack featuring woven rattan accents adds a whole new look to tie storage. Consider earthy clay tones, natural fibers and handmade quality over slick and shiny.

Such racks typically attach to the back of a closet door, a good use of an otherwise empty space. The rattan weaving is a great addition to the smoother terracotta base to create a visual texture, while the warm and neutral hues make for a bedroom with ample plants, linen textiles or vintage furniture. It’s not the “cleanest” choice on this list, but it’s a personality piece, and storage space doesn’t need to be like a doctor’s office.

Industrial Pegboard Tie Storage with Mustard Accents

Pegboard is commonly used in garages and workshops, but it is suitable for a closet as well, particularly if you are flexible. Attach a portion of pegboard to the wall, place a few hooks or pegs and you have a fully customizable tie showcase you can move around when you need it! It does not look too functional with a few accent hooks of mustard yellow or painted around the edges in mustard.

The real benefit of a pegboard is that it isn’t set up in one way. Now broad ties and later skinny ties?This season wide ties, next season skinny ties? Just move the pegs. This configuration also works well with industrial-inspired closets with exposed shelving, black metal frames or raw wood features.

Dusty-Blue Rolling Tie Cart for a Bright Dressing Room

A rolling cart provides versatility to your dressing room that a stationary cart can’t provide if you use the same space for getting ready. It’s a dusty blue cart with tiered shelves—or hanging bars—that allow you to roll your collection of ties where the light will catch them, or roll them aside completely when they’re not in use.

It’s an idea that works well in a light, airy dressing room with lots of natural light, as the soft blue color the photos capture and reads well on a white or cream background. Carts are also often equipped with little drawers or baskets in which to store tie clips, collar stays, and cuffs, so that they can all be stored in a single rolling unit.

It’s not so much about permanent storage as making a mobile “dressing station” which for some is much more convenient than a permanent rack attached to a wall.

Greige Custom Closet Tie Shelving with Slanted Display

The in-between color of gray and beige (greige) is a popular neutral color for custom closet systems and slanted tie shelving is one of the more stylish ways to display a more extensive collection. The shelves are not flat, but slightly forward facing, each tie will be easy to see without any issue or obstruction by the next.

It works best as a part of larger custom closet installation, as it will most likely need other shelving materials than an additional rack. It’s a little bit of a piece of an investment, but then if you are already in the closet renovation project, it’s not something that will cost that much more and will make a huge difference in the overall organization of the closet.

The neutral greige color also ensures that it won’t clash with your wardrobe if you change its colors in the future — it really can grow with you, not simply your existing tie closet.

Eco-Friendly Bamboo Tie Organizer in an Olive Closet

If sustainability is a concern, bamboo will do the job since it grows quickly, doesn’t take the same amount of resources to produce, and has a light, slightly textured appearance that looks great with a deep olive-green closet. Whether it’s a bamboo tie organizer in the form of a rack or a set of drawer dividers or a small caddy, it lends a natural and grounded look to the room.

A deeper and less vibrant green than the sage described above, olive really contrasts with the lighter color of bamboo. The pairing is more suited to those closets that are already natural, such as storage bins made of linen, hangers made of wood, and woven baskets.

In addition to their aesthetic advantages, bamboo organizers are frequently less expensive than solid hardwood organizers, making them an excellent option for those looking for an eco-friendly closet without breaking the bank.

Minimalist Tie Hooks with a Soft Lavender Touch

In reality, the most straightforward remedy is the best. A few, simple, perhaps even brushed nickel or matte white, maybe with a touch of lavender in the wall paint or in the wall hardware, a row of small hooks may be all that’s you need. There is no fancy rack, no rotating mechanism and only individual hooks for each tie.

When it comes to fitting into smaller closets or shared areas, this concept is great because a large rack would be too consuming. The color lavender adds a soft, unexpected note that might be an accent wall or a soft toned hook set, but when used sparingly, it does wonders for an otherwise ordinary closet. This sort of efficient configuration also allows you to tell at a glance if you have a missing tie, versus an empty drawer.

Finding the Right Fit for Your Closet 

It’s impossible to say what’s the “right” way to store ties, because it depends on the number of ties you have, how much space you have and what kind of look you’re going for. If you have dozens of ties and the closet space to accommodate, then having a motorized rack is a good idea, and if you have only a few, you may only need some minimalist hooks. All ten of these ideas share a common thread; they look at ties as more than something to store in a drawer.

When you’re not sure what to start with, you can begin by assessing your current collection. If you’re not regularly using all of your ties, and have several that just sit in the drawer, then a line of hooks may be the more economical solution as opposed to a full custom shelving setup. Regardless, a touch of thoughtfulness in storage can mean the difference between a sharp, tidy tie and a tidy closet.