3) If you need to, add some shelving to your closet. You may need less hanging space than you think. Use clothes hangers that save space if you need to. Specialty hangers help you to combine skirts, pants, belts, ties, and even scarves to save space. Cascading hangers are great because you can coordinate outfits and fit them into the space of one hanger. Wooden hangers and other sturdy clothing hangers should be used for coats and suits, but thinner, flat, space saving hangers are perfect for everyday wear.