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If you sell clothing online, you probably know how quickly a new thrift store haul or liquidation pallet can throw your office into disaster.

If you don’t have an inventory system in place, it can be doubly as disastrous.

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I went without an inventory system for much longer than I’d like to admit (woops), and I regret not having created one sooner. Since I’ve created a system and stuck with it, my business (and my office) is so much more organized!

If you want to declutter your space, cut down your shipping time by knowing exactly where your inventory is, or up your organization game, this post is for you! Below is a list with some of the best tools (including a few of my personal faves) to help you organize and store your inventory.

And, if you need some ideas regarding how to log/manage your inventory, you can read all about it here!

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Inventory Tools

Depending on what method you choose, and how much space you have available, here are some great tools to help you organize.

1. Garment Rack

Garment racks are perfect for a variety of uses! You can utilize the rack to hang to-be-listed/to-be-inventoried items, or use it to store more delicate items, such as suits or dresses, instead of folding and putting them into totes.

It's also a useful tool if you're more of a visual person, as you can see exactly what items you have on hand and identify things that are selling quickly!

TIP: Be on the lookout for going out of business sales (especially the final days), as many times they have good quality clothing racks on sale.

2. Shelving Unit

Shelving units are great for storing totes or storage cubes if you have a large space. Instead of having to stack totes on top of one another and lift them every time an item sells (bottom totes are the worst!), all you have to do is pull out a single tote, and BAM! You’re done.

These come in all different colors, shapes, sizes, and materials, so you may want to do some research to see what the best fit is for you and your space if choosing this option!

3. Storage Cubes

If you have limited space and/or a smaller number of active listings, storage cubes may be the option for you!

When I finally decided to start organizing my inventory, this is the method I started with. I had smaller amount of active listings at the time (less than 100), and many of my items were small and lightweight.

I could fit 10-20 items in each of the cubes I had, and it worked until I grew my closet and start selling bulkier items. I also love how clean they looked in my office!

4. Underbed Storage Bins

If you're tight on space but want inventory that's out of sight, underbed storage bins are a great alternative.

Simply place your inventory into the bin, roll it into the bottom of your closet or under your bed, and you're good to go!

TIP: Place your inventory in ziplocs/vacumn-sealed bags or implement the KonMari folding method to save space. And, if you need more room for storage under your bed, consider creating additional space with bed risers!

5. Clear Totes

This is what I currently use, and the method that I have found to work the best!

Storage totes are a great inventory tool because they're durable and can hold a lot of items. And, since they're clear, you can quickly see how much inventory you have on hand.

Bins like these can help organize inventory in a variety of ways, such as:
    • with numbers- one bin holds items numbered 1-25, the next holds items 26-50, etc.
    • with letters- each bin is assigned a specific letter and items are associated with a certain letter bin
    • with categories- each bin holds a different type of item, such as dresses or jeans

If you want to see exactly how I organize/log my inventory using these totes, check out my post here!

6. Ziploc Baggies

These are the bags I use to store my inventory and I love love LOVE them! I get these from Walmart, but you can find gallon storage bags most places- even Amazon!

I like these bags especially because they have a white “label” printed on the front which is the perfect spot for an inventory number. Since they’re gallon-sized, they also fit a variety of items, including tops, dresses, and most jeans.

Once an item sells I simply take it out of the ziploc, package it like normal, and then put the bag aside to re-use for my next item that needs inventoried!

I love doing it this way because it’s a great cost effective and sustainable method as the bags are constantly re-used.

7. Clear Polybags

If you want to pre-package your items, storing them in clear polybags is a great option.

Simply put your item in a polymailer, stick a numbered label on the outside of the mailer, and it's ready to be inventoried- and shipped!

When it sells, you can remove the label or cover it with something like a thank-you sticker. I've gotten packages with inventory labels on the outside of the packaging and it's never bothered me personally, so what you do is totally up to you!

8. Avery Labels

If you're labeling your inventory individually and don't want to write directly on the package, Avery labels (or any labels in general) are a great alternative.

You can write the labels yourself, or set them up with your printer to have them automatically lettered/numbered.

Once an item sells, you can peel off the label, leave it, or cover it with a thank-you sticker, and take note of that number so you know it's available for your next item!

What are your favorite inventory tools?

If you already have an inventory system in place, what are your favorite tools to help you organize?! And if you don’t, what tool do you think you’ll try out first?

P.S. If you want to learn how to effectively manage and log your inventory, here are some ideas.