When the season hanges: our tips for a tidy wardrobe and a cosy home

A clutter-free wardrobe: letting go of the unnecessary

Take the time to sort through your summer clothes and set aside anything you haven’t worn for at least two years. This will make it easier to get ready for next summer and help you avoid unnecessary clutter. Donate, recycle or sell anything you no longer need. Do the same with your worn-out summer bed linen or threadbare bath towels.

Focus on the beauty routine to adopt as the new term begins.

Keep the basics that last through the seasons

Depending on where you live, some basics may still come in handy during this in-between season. For example, certain timeless summer garments can easily be worn with an autumn jacket. Similarly, when it comes to your home, keep some lighter sheets to hand for those nights that are still mild.

Discover our tips for natural home care.

Preparing your textiles for winter storage

Before putting away your summer clothes or light linen, give your fabrics a gentle wash and make sure to let them dry thoroughly to avoid any musty odours or the risk of mould.

Focus on laundry detergent to be diluted with Marseille soap

Free from fragrances and palm oil derivatives, this natural, Ecodétergent-certified laundry detergent is ideal for washing the whole family’s laundry. Effective from 30°C, it can be used in the washing machine or for hand washing, for both whites and coloureds. Its minimalist formula consists of a blend of active ingredients with cleansing, stain-removing and deodorising properties, leaving your laundry clean and fresh. This concentrated Marseille soap powder, made with olive oil and four multi-active enzymes, should be diluted in 1 litre of water. Economical to use, it allows you to make your own laundry detergent in just a few minutes, gentle on both your clothes and your skin.

Then store them according to your needs: choose breathable covers for delicate fabrics, vacuum-sealed storage bags to save space, or fabric boxes to group items by category. Finally, opt for plastic boxes if your storage area is prone to damp.

You can slip a homemade scented sachet into each compartment to keep things smelling fresh. To make this, place some dried lavender or rose petals in a cotton bag. In a bowl, mix 2 tablespoons of bicarbonate of soda with 10 drops of peppermint hydrosol; once dry, add this mixture to the bag.

A breath of fresh air for your autumn textiles

Meanwhile, blankets, throws and duvets are brought out again after several months in storage. To restore them to their full freshness, make sure to air them out thoroughly and then spray them with a natural, homemade fabric spray.

DIY Lavender Fabric Deodoriser Spray Recipe:

In a spray bottle, add the following ingredients: 

• 239 g of mineral water;

• 7.5 g of fragrance base or 90° alcohol ;

• 0.8 g of Natural Musc de Provence fragrance ;

• 2.5 g of sodium bicarbonate.

Close the bottle and shake for one minute to ensure the mixture is well blended.

The transition from summer to autumn is also an opportunity to rediscover simple, creative rituals. With homemade fabric spray, scented sachets and natural cleaning products, your fabrics will feel fresh and light again. It’s the perfect way to welcome the season with a tidy home and a touch of natural wellbeing.

Patricia Béard has been exploring the properties of plants for over 10 years and is committed to a mindful lifestyle that respects the planet. As a writer, her mission is to share the benefits of the plant world through holistic health, natural cosmetics, well-being, and healthy eating.