The Best Clothing Hanger

It may seem as though the unassuming clothing hanger is pretty basic and that one is no better than another—unless, of course, you are interested in making your own antenna, in which case you would obviously want a metal hanger. The reality, though, is that there are different scenarios and different articles of clothing that call for the use of different types of hangers.

If you are tight on space, for example, your best choice is probably not going to be plastic clothes hangers, which typically are fairly bulky. Instead, choose more streamlined options, such as metal hangers, which take up far less space than their plastic counterparts. But by far the best option for people with limited closet space is actually the vertical hanger, which can hang multiple garments in the same amount of space as a single garment on a standard clothes hanger. This can also help with organization, as like items can be hung together.

For your coat closet, or anyplace where your guests may hang their coats, you might want to invest in some wooden hangers. By stocking the appropriate closets with clothes hangers of the same type—facing in the same direction, of course—you can easily give a polished look to even the smallest details of your home. In addition, wooden hangers are sturdy and will not stretch, or be stretched by, even the heaviest of overcoats. Wooden hangers with trouser bars are a great option for coat closets, as the trouser bar can be used to hang scarves.

Because of their sturdiness, wooden hangers are also a good choice for suits. A good suit is not cheap, and if well taken care of, can last for years. By hanging a suit on a hanger that will not stretch it out or cause unsightly indentations, you can prolong the life of your suit. In the same vein, be sure that any clamp hangers that will be used on items such as pants or skirts have padding or some other sort of protection that will go between the clamp and the garment.

Padded hangers are perfect for delicates, such as slips, camisoles, cashmere and evening wear. Unlike many types of hangers, they present no risk for delicate garments being snagged or ripped, and because they tend to be much thicker, even the slinkiest of fabrics and the skinniest of straps are more apt to stay put. Padded hangers are available covered in fabrics ranging from canvas to satin.

Hangers are not necessarily the one-size-fits-all item that most people consider them to be. Take stock of your wardrobe and make sure that you are using the right clothes hanger for each item.


About the Author: Ron Maier is the President of Everything Hangers, a leading online provider of clothes hangers and plastic hangers. For more information, please visit http://www.everythinghangers.com.