Luxury Closet Upgrade: Where to Spend and How to Save

Quality materials, elegant finishes, bespoke design. These are the features that make a closet worthy of the “luxury” title. 

However, if we zoom in, not every component is costly. And adding a few of those cost-effective ideas can upgrade your existing space without a ton of hassle. Budget-friendly tips can also maximize the investment you’ve made in a luxury closet that just doesn’t have the “wow” factor yet. 

Today, we’re taking a look at some of the most important elements of a luxury closet upgrade. No matter what your closet looks like today, or how many changes you’re ready to invest in, here’s how to level up. 

Worth it: Luxury closet upgrades you won’t regret

Buyer’s remorse? We don’t know her. If your dressing area is high-priority and you want an overhaul, you’ll be thrilled with these upgrades.

Custom cabinets

You won’t need a ton of square footage to fit cabinets into your new closet organization system. Even smaller walk-ins see massive improvements in storage capacity with high-quality, coordinating drawers and cupboards.

Well-designed and professionally installed, they can last for decades. 

Tailored shelving

In closet organization, luxury is synonymous with a perfect fit. Shelving design should align with the belongings you’re storing. Tall boot shafts bent to fit low shelves or handbags with a foot of open shelf height above them are inefficient.  

Shelves fabricated to the appropriate dimensions for their purpose are always worth it.

Premier countertops

Few décor elements are more timelessly luxurious than a marble countertop. However, they’re not durable enough for many kitchens. A closet island or vanity countertop is the perfect opportunity to enjoy marble. 

Granite and other natural stone counters elevate the look, too. 

Accessories that make sense

If you’ve invested in a collection you love, such as jewelry, you’ll never regret choosing storage that accommodates and cares for it. A designer can help you choose organizers, racks, and more that fit seamlessly with your system.

Luxe for less: Budget-friendly closet upgrade tips

Looking to offset larger purchases or add oomph to a work in progress? These luxury closet upgrades won’t break the bank but still have a sizable impact. 

Mirrors

Clearing the way for the full-length mirror taking up space elsewhere makes your closet look larger. It also adds polish and encourages you to spend more time in your upgraded space. Just be sure to install it where there’s enough room to stand back for a full-length view. 

Hardware and hangers

If splurging on new cabinets isn’t in the budget, update the hardware instead. Replacing hardware on dressers to match other storage components has harmonious effects. Other small details, like all velvet hangers throughout, make the space feel more cohesive, organized, and intentional. 

Thoughtful lighting

Recessed lights and chandeliers illuminate a lot of luxury closets, making the room and everything in it look that much more attractive. But you don’t need to go that far; something as simple as LED string lights fixed to the underside of shelving can create a whole new mood.

Monochromatic looks 

Going all-white is a trending closet upgrade for 2025 that skilled DIYers can nail themselves. Paint dressers, existing shelving, and walls one color for a uniform look. Add accents and accessories like coordinating throw rugs, ottomans, benches, and storage bins for extra elegance.

Tension rods

If custom shelving isn’t in the cards this year, add another level of hanging space with tension rods. These are a budget way to maximize space, whether you’re adding another row for clothing or using S-hooks to create a level for scarves, belts, and other accessories. 

The Designery has everything you need for a luxury closet upgrade

When you start planning the logistics of getting the luxury closet upgrade you deserve, it seems like a lot of work. Finding and hiring a designer, securing the right contractor, going all over the place finding just the right materials–no wonder it feels out of reach for so many.

It’s different at The Designery. Our team includes experienced designers, installation professionals, and our own showroom. There, you can peruse 50+ different cabinet designs, all of the fittings and accessories you’ll need, top-quality stone countertops, and many more options to nail every detail.

Sounds good? It gets better. Book a free consultation with a designer and discover the perfect fit.