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Blame it on Marie Kondo. Until I read her book I hadn’t really given clothes hangers much thought. However, after studying Kondo’s process of decluttering and purging unwanted household items to leave only those that “spark joy,” I had a new appreciation for the role that clothes hangers play in organizing my closet and a curiosity about how they compared.
To discover the best hangers, we spent a week hanging, moving, and removing various types of clothing, some damp and some dry, hung on 10 different types of hangers.
Having recently gone through my own personal evaluation of several types of hangers, I wasn’t surprised by the outcome of our testing: The Container Store’s Basic Acrylic Hanger
(available at The Container Store)
was the best overall. Not only does it look chic hanging in your closet, but it had the least impact on the shape of the sweaters and blouses we hung on it.
The sleek design of the Timmy Stainless Wire Hanger (available at Amazon) was also impressive because its thin but sturdy profile lets you fit more clothes in your closet, making it our favorite hanger for small closets. And we also really liked the IKEA’s Bumerang Hanger (available at Ikea) when it’s paired with an extra Bumerang Shoulder Shaper (available at Ikea), which adds a layer of sturdiness without marking your clothes.
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Reviewed / Betsey Goldwasser
The Container Store Acrylic hangers, not only look chic, but were the best hangers we tested.
Best Overall
The Container Store Basic Acrylic Hangers
I will admit right up front that I think this is the most attractive hanger we tested. The sleek, clear acrylic design works well in upscale modern closets as well as dark, tiny closets because you can see through them.
The width of the top of the hanger also means you’re less likely to get marks on the shoulders of your shirts and sweaters; the rounded edges help prevent that. But the crossbar below the hanger, on the suit hangers, also makes it easy and convenient to hang pants, whether as part of a pantsuit or on their own. (Personally, I hang all my pants so that I don’t need a bureau in my bedroom that takes up additional space.)
However, that hanger width also means you can’t hang dozens in your closet; they take up a good amount of space. So, if you have a smaller closet, this may not be your best option, unless you limit what you hang.
The hangers glided smoothly across the metal rod in my closet, as did the clothes when I went to remove them. There are notches in the tops of the hangers that make it easy to keep lightweight dresses and camisoles in place.
The only real downside of this particular hanger is the price—it’s the most expensive in the bunch.
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Hangers are pretty wide
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The TIMMY hangers are easy to slide and don't leave a mark on your clothes. Pair that with their small profile, and it's our favorite if you don't have a lot of room in your closet.
Best for Small Closets
Timmy Wire Hanger
Before this round of product testing, I thought all wire hangers were the same—all pretty bad. I assumed the thin metal would cause lines and marks on the shoulders. But, in the case of the TIMMY Stainless Wire Hanger, I was completely wrong.
Perhaps because the hangers are made of thick stainless steel, they don’t leave obvious marks. And the metal makes them easy to move, hang, and pull clothing off of them. In addition, because they are only a few millimeters in width, you can load them up in your closet. While they aren’t marketed as a slim hanger, they function like one. The advantage of these hangers is that they are as durable as the wooden hangers, although much slimmer.
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The Ikea Bumerang Hanger, when paired with the Bumerang Shoulder Shaper creates sturdiness for your clothes without leaving any marks.
Best Accessory
Ikea Bumerang Hanger with Shoulder Shaper
Besides the appealing low price of Ikea wooden Bumerang hanger, the option to add a plastic white shaper over top to prevent shoulder stretching makes the hanger very attractive. You get the sturdiness of the wood, available in three finishes—natural, black, and white—plus an accessory that covers the rough edges common to wooden hangers. (Note, the shaper can be used with other hangers, too.) Wood hangers can hold almost anything, so adding the shaper provides soft protection to your clothing.
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How We Tested
The Tester
I’m Marcia Layton Turner, a freelance writer who has written for Woman’s Day, Health, Every Day with Rachael Ray, Businessweek, US News and World Report, and I currently write for Forbes.com and a number of other outlets. I’ve also tested products for magazines and websites. I was the baby product reviewer for ePregnancy magazine years ago, am an Amazon product tester, and frequently offer my unsolicited two cents when I come across products I love.
As a new devotee of Marie Kondo, I recently cleared my closet of pants, jackets, shirts, and dresses that I hadn’t worn in ages. It left me with a fair amount of space in my walk-in closet, which inspired me to swap out my old collection of random hangers. That’s when I discovered the wide variety of hangers available.
I wanted hangers that were uniform in appearance to make my closet look more organized, and that could hold everything from heavy jackets to lightweight blouses.
The Tests
We chose which hangers to test by getting our hands on some of the most popular brands, such as Joy Mangano’s Huggable Hanger, and others from popular stores like The Container Store, IKEA, Target and Amazon.
To determine which hangers performed best and which didn’t, we tested them over the course of a week in an empty closet. We hung damp and dry clothes on all the hangers in that one closet, so they’d be in the same environment. Then we moved them twice a day, both to see if that affected the clothes and to gauge how hard it was to relocate the hangers themselves. We also pulled them out and removed clothes to see how easy or difficult it was to take them off the hangers; some were surprisingly difficult.
In addition to measuring ease of hanging and removing clothing, we checked whether marks were left in the clothes from the hanger and whether clothes stayed hung or slid off, as well as how many fit in a small space.
We also tested the free hangers you get from the dry cleaners as another option, just for comparison.
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We tested hangers of all different materials to see how much room they would take up in your closet.
What You Should Know About Clothes Hangers
If you looked in my closet a couple of months ago, you would have seen a hodge-podge of thin wire dry cleaner hangers, white plastic hangers, and Ikea wooden ones. I tend to buy hangers when I notice that I have more clothes than things to hang them on. But post-Konmari, I decided I wanted a more uniform appearance with hangers that weren’t bent or misshapen from trying to hold my long wool coat that must weigh close to 20 pounds.
In researching the single type of hanger that would work best, I came across a number of factors. As you weigh your many options, I’d recommend you consider some or all of the following:
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Price: Granted, hangers aren’t very expensive, but you’ll find some that are $8.99 each and others that are $8.99 for a couple of dozen. If your goal is to outfit your closet with one type of hanger, do the math to make sure it will fit your budget.
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Type of clothes you’ll be hanging: This is the biggest factor because the type of hanger you choose should be determined by what you’re hanging. Heavy jackets and sweaters need more substantial hangers to avoid bending under their weight while silk blouses and camisoles will likely do better on fabric-covered hangers that prevent marks. If you’re hanging pants, you’ll need hangers that have a horizontal bar for that purpose; not all hangers do.
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Extra parts needed: I found that I loved the Ikea wooden hanger and loved it even more with the shoulder shaper that sits on top of it. The shaper provides an extra degree of protection against shoulder marks, but the accessory costs an additional $.50 per hanger. Likewise, our top choice, The Container Store Basic Acrylic Hanger and Wooden Hanger come with and without the pants bar; the design with the bar is $1.00 more.
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Closet space: The amount of space you have in your closet may limit your choice of hangers. Some hangers are designed to be compact, allowing more clothes to be stored in a tight space, while others are wide for the protection of the clothes, but which then limit how many can be hung at one time. Make sure the hanger you choose will allow you to hang all the clothes you need.
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Durability: The heavier the materials used to make the hanger, the more versatile and durable it is. If you have heavy clothes, you’ll want to err on the side of a wooden or heavy metal hanger. If you have lightweight outfits, plastic and satin hangers will work just as well.
A Note About Wire Hangers From the Dry Cleaners
We tested the free hangers you get from the dry cleaners as part of a control group, figuring it would have the fewest features, and they turned out to be much sturdier than anticipated. My local dry cleaner appears to have stepped up its game, investing in a thicker wire that is able to hold a heavy jacket without being doubled up. While they are certainly slim, can hold pants, and, best of all, come free with any dry cleaning you have done, these hangers aren’t particularly attractive and you may not get the exact kind of hanger each time, so closets may not look aesthetically pleasing. They didn’t cause much in the way of marks during the week of testing, though I suspect long-term, the harsh points of the wire might cause some denting.
Other Clothes Hangers We Tested
Although The Container Store’s Basic Acrylic Hanger climbed to the top of our rating, we tested a wide range of products to find the best clothes hangers. Here are some others for you to consider:
Whitmor Satin Padded Clothes Hangers
Buyers who own a lot of silk and satin will definitely want to consider investing in the Whitmor Satin Padded Blouse Hanger because those are exactly the types of fabric it was made to protect. The smooth fabric wrapped around the hanger prevents any kind of marks on shoulders, which is its biggest advantage. It is certainly gentle on lightweight clothing.
However, its function is somewhat limited. Since it wasn’t designed with a bar across it to hang pants, you’ll need to buy a different kind of hanger for that purpose. The padded hanger is also a tad bulky, requiring almost as much room as wide wooden hangers. It is also on the shorter side, so if you have wide shoulders, it’s unlikely they will fit well.
Another side effect of satin is that it’s very slippery, causing some larger blouses to slide off. There’s nothing to grip dresses and blouses, so these hangers aren’t the best choice for wide necklines or larger sizes.
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$15.80 from Walmart
Room Essentials Hangers
I have to admit that I owned a lot of these Target White Plastic Room Essentials hangers before we started testing. I stocked up when I moved and gave them to my teenagers for their closets. They’re very happy with them. They’re not too thick, so you can fit a lot of them in even a smaller closet, and the bright white gives a clean, uniform appearance.
They have an indentation on the shoulder that works well on strappy tops and dresses. And they’re fairly durable; except for a heavy leather or wool long coat, they do well. They’re also extremely economical, with an 18-pack costing $2.00. At that price, you don’t stress about losing a few, and if you do they’re simple and cheap to replace.
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Extremely affordable
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Thing profile
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Reasonably strong
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The Container Store Basic Natural Wooden Hangers
If you prefer wood hangers, The Container Store Basic Natural Wooden Hanger is a good option. It’s durable and economical and you can buy them in packs of six, making it easy to outfit your entire closet in the same type of hanger.
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As far as performance goes, these wood hangers did cause a slight indentation in sweaters and blouses that were hung on them but are an excellent choice for heavier jackets and coats.
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Sharpty White Plastic Hangers
AnotherA great option inif you prefer plastic hangers is the Sharpty Everyday White Plastic Hanger. Designed almost identical to Target’s Room Essential, the plastic is strong, and it, too, has an indent for straps and a bar for pants. The main difference is the availability of these hangers on Amazon.They’re not too thick, so you can fit a lot of them in smaller closets, and the bright white gives a clean, uniform appearance. These hangers are fairly durable; except for a heavy leather or wool long coat, they do well. They’re also extremely economical, so you don’t have to stress about losing a few, and if you do they’re simple and cheap to replace.
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Joy Mangano Huggable Suit Hangers
There are some shoppers who are squarely in the flocked hanger camp, of which Joy Mangano’s Platinum Huggable Suit Hangers are the gold standard. These are the brand name version of velvet-covered hangers, which are great for preventing clothing from sliding off; the sprayed on velvet coating acts as a grip that keeps fabric in place.
These hangers are also very slim, making it possible to get many more items of clothing in a closet than with thicker hangers. If you have a small closet, you should consider these.
But its advantage—a tacky surface—is also its disadvantage. Removing clothes from the hanger feels a lot like a fight. You can’t just tug on the sleeve like you can with smooth metal, plastic, or wooden hangers; the clothes won’t move. You have to almost pull the entire hanger out of your closet and peel the clothes off. It was a bit of a hassle and the main reason these hangers didn’t get a higher rating. If you love hangers that grip your clothes, buy these.
Another advantage of the Joy Mangano brand is a gazillion color choices, making it possible to match your hangers to the paint on your walls, or at least come darn close.
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AmazonBasics Velvet Suit Hangers
The AmazonBasics Velvet Suit Hangers are another great option for those who love hangers that don’t give up their clothes easily. They are slim, coated, and less expensive than the Joy Mangano brand, and available in beige, grey, and black only. They’re a great value as you can purchase them in quantities of 30, 50 or 100 at what comes down to about 50 cents per hanger (lower for the larger packs).
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Only available in 30, 50, or 100 packs
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How to Choose the Right Hanger for Your Clothing
February 05, 2023
Clothes hangers are basic yet essential for organizing your clothes, preserving their quality, and helping them last longer. Because of their important role, there are a variety of factors you should consider when buying hangers, including their cost, durability, and impact on closet space.
You most likely have a variety of hangers in your closet, but do you know which is best for different types of clothing?
Each garment requires a hanger that is tailored to the item type and fabric. There are multiple options available, including wooden hangers, velvet hangers, and hangers that are customized for particular items.
The ideal hangers make your room more aesthetically appealing, help maximize closet space, protect your garments, and even extend their life.
Things to Consider When Buying Clothes Hangers
Clothes hangers are basic yet essential for organizing your clothes, preserving their quality, and helping them last longer. Because of their important role, there are a variety of factors you should consider when buying hangers, including their cost, durability, impact on closet space, and the kind of garments you'll be hanging.
Price
Clothes hangers are sold for a wide range of prices. The most simple and least expensive alternatives are wire hangers, which are frequently offered by dry cleaners. These hangers are inexpensive, but they don’t provide the optimum support for heavier or more delicate items.
Plastic hangers are another common and inexpensive option. They come in a variety of forms and sizes, with costs varying according to their quality and features.
Wooden hangers, on the other hand, are more expensive.
Wood hangers are of higher quality and are frequently used in high-end boutiques and luxury closets. These hangers are known for their durability and provide good support for heavier items such as suit jackets and blazers.
Space
Closet hangers should be chosen based on how much space you have. Slim hangers are meant to be compact, allowing more garments to be stored in a small area, while others are sturdier but limit the number of items that can be hung in a given space. Whatever hanger you select should allow you to hang the clothes you wish to.
Type of Clothes
This is the most important factor since the type of hanger you use should be decided by what you're hanging. Heavy coats and sweaters require sturdier hangers that won’t bend under their weight, but silk blouses and camisoles are better placed on slim velvet hangers that won’t leave creases. If you need to hang pants, choose hangers with a horizontal bar.
Durability
When choosing clothing hangers, durability is a key element to consider. While flimsy wire hangers are cheap, they are not the most durable choice. Over time, they can easily bend or lose their form, potentially causing harm to your garments.
Plastic hangers last longer than wire hangers and can withstand repeated usage without bending or breaking. They are lightweight, inexpensive, and have a long lifespan.
However, wooden hangers are known to have sturdy construction. They are less prone to deform or bend and have a better weight-bearing capability than other types of hangers. High-quality wooden hangers are ideal for hanging coats or other heavy or valuable items.
What are the best hangers for your closet?
Plastic Hangers
Plastic clothing hangers are the most cost-effective, space-saving, and easy-to-find hangers. They are available in a variety of forms, sizes, and even colors. Unfortunately, many plastic hangers are not as durable as those made of other materials, especially when it comes to hanging heavier clothes. However, plastic hangers are ideal for lightweight clothing.
Acrylic Hangers
Acrylic hangers are the best clothing hangers for giving your closet a boutique appeal. Its simple design creates a polished appearance. And because acrylic is a reinforced material, it is stronger than plastic and can fit a wide range of apparel items, including skirts, jackets, and more.
Wooden Hangers
Wooden clothing hangers are long-lasting and robust. Though wood hangers are more expensive and take up more space than other types of hangers, they do not bend under the weight of large coats and jackets. Wood hangers also have a luxury appeal and come in a variety of shapes and colors, making them popular for open closets.
Cedar Hangers
Cedar hangers perform similarly to conventional wood in terms of strength and appearance, but cedar has special features. Cedar is a natural bug-repellant that also absorbs moisture, so it makes an excellent, multi-purpose hanger. As an added bonus, cedar hangers also release a pleasant and refreshing scent.
Velvet Hangers
Velvet hangers are another example of an excellent thin, space-saving hanger. Velvet clothes hangers have a slim profile and silky texture that prevents garments from tearing, straining, or slipping off. They are ideal for expensive garments and delicate pieces and accessories like underwear, ties, and scarves.
Satin-Padded Clothes Hangers
Individuals who own silk and satin garments should consider buying satin-padded hangers. These hangers are designed to protect luxury fabrics with a silky cloth wrapping that minimizes shoulder marks.
However, these hangers have a couple of disadvantages. Padded hangers do not come with a horizontal bar and cannot be used to hang pants. This hanger’s padding also creates bulk that takes up almost as much space as broad wooden hangers. Padded hangers are also on the shorter side, so if you have clothing with a wide neckline, it is unlikely to fit properly.
Different Features of Clothes Hangers
Consider the features that are needed for the items you will be hanging in addition to the hanger’s materials. These features help you store your things with care and keep your closet organized.
Multilayer Hangers
Multilayer hangers are ideal for tiny closets or wardrobes with limited storage space. These hangers have one hook that fits over the closet rod and many layers of sliding bars from which to hang several articles. These wide-ended, multilayer hangers are great pants hangers because the open ends allow pants to easily glide on and off.
Cascading Hangers
Cascading hangers, like multilayer hangers, enable you to maximize wardrobe space by providing a vertical storage solution. Cascading hangers, which typically consist of one primary hanger with descending hooks for extra hangers, require enough space below the closet rail for your items to hang freely.
Hangers with Clips
Clip hangers are perfect for skirts or pants because they keep clothing in place. These hangers are typically found in clothing stores since they prevent items from being wrinkled.
When purchasing this type of hanger, the clips should be strong but not excessively tight since this might produce creases. The simplest approach to avoid these dents is to use hangers with vinyl or rubber on the inside of the clips.
Non Slip Hangers
Non Slip clothing hangers are often constructed of velvet or metal with a rubber-covered arm to prevent items from falling off. These hangers are excellent for hanging delicate items made of silk and satin, as well as dresses or tops with delicate straps. Notches on the edges of these hangers stop thin straps from slipping off.
Moisture and Insect-Repellent Hangers
The majority of moisture and insect-repellent hangers are made of cedar wood because cedar repels pests such as moths and may absorb excess moisture. These features are especially useful if you live in a humid climate or keep your clothes in a moist location.
The Right Hanger for Each Type of Garment
Delicate Fabrics
Satin and velvet hangers are ideal for delicates such as kid's clothing, luxurious fabrics, and formal attire. Satin-padded hangers have cushioning that prevents the hanger from damaging your delicates. Velvet hangers are usually space-saving and allow you to hang more items in a given space.
Shirts
Women's shirts and blouses often include hanging loops. Don't cut or remove them, even if they appear unnecessary. The loops are intended to relieve strain on the garment's thinnest areas when it is hanging.
Thick wooden hangers are fantastic shirt hangers. They keep collars in shape and allow shirts to hang naturally without falling off or wrinkling. For more delicate fabrics like silk, use velvet, cushioned, or flocked hangers to avoid ruffling or mishandling.
Dresses
There are several clothes hangers that are appropriate for dresses. The dress’s design will help determine which style of hanger is best, whether velvet, wood, metal, or satin. Dresses, for example, frequently require hangers with notches to secure thin straps.
Skirts and Pants
The best pant hangers and skirt hangers typically feature clips that secure them in place and are aesthetically appealing. But if you don't have a lot of space, multilayer hangers are a wonderful option for hanging trousers since they allow you to quickly slip the folded pants in and out from the open end of the hanger. Hangers with a horizontal bar can also be used to hang skirts and pants.
Suits and Coats
Suits and coats are weighty items that require a sturdy hanger. The finest hangers for these heavy winter pieces are frequently constructed of solid wood that offers support and helps these items keep their shape. Suits and coats benefit from thick and curved hangers because the curves maintain the shape of the garment while giving the support these heavier items require.
Hangers for Accessories
Hangers for accessories often look different than typical hangers.
Tie and Belt Hangers
Tie and belt hangers are often made up of many rods that allow the accessories to be easily slipped on and off. Alternatively, they may contain hooks through which the belts or ties can be threaded.
Scarf Hangers
Scarf hangers, like multilayer hangers, provide various layers from which to hang scarves. It's smart to choose scarf hangers that have hoops or hooks so that the scarves may be easily pulled through.
Bag Hangers
Bag hangers are often short and feature hooks that allow bags to be neatly hung. They are typically made of strong plastic that can handle the weight of a single or multiple bags.
FAQs
What is the best hanger that prevents stretching?
A cushioned or velvet hanger is ideal for preventing stretching. Its soft surface cushions a garment, keeping it from falling off or stretching out. These hangers' delicate grasp and support help keep the form and integrity of the clothing item, preserving its original shape.
What are the best hangers for your closet?
Several things must be considered when selecting the best hangers for your wardrobe. Padded or velvet hangers provide soft support for delicate materials. Slimline hangers make the most of available closet space. Hangers made from wood are long-lasting and have a traditional appearance. Select the hangers that are appropriate for your items, maximize space, and suit your unique taste and preferences.
Are expensive hangers worth it?
More expensive hangers may be worthwhile long term. They usually feature high-quality materials and workmanship, assuring long-term durability. Higher-quality hangers prevent stretching, keep garments in shape, and extend their lifespan by providing support. While the initial cost may be higher, the long-term benefits make them a good choice for clothes protection.
Hangers play an important role in protecting and extending the life of your clothing as does the way you store your garments. When not in regular use, we recommend storing your clothing in high-quality storage bags. Hayden Hill bags offer your most treasured items superior protection. While made of breathable cotton, they protect clothing from dust, light, moths, mold, and condensation.
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