Getting Organized | The Container Store

I have OCD when it comes to organizing things so whenever I go to The Container Store I'm in heaven! It's actually one of my favorite stores and you can find some fabulous items for your home there. I recently visited The Container Store because I wanted to organize my vanity table and most of all, my extensive makeup collection. I ended up finding some great items including acrylic 3-Drawer Boxes, glass brush holders for my makeup brushes and large glass trays. I have a clear theme going on as it is much easier to find things and also it looks much more polished. Click here for more info.

P.S. I really loved this article on their site about how to organize shoes, because I happen to have a sea of shoes that really need to be organized ASAP. Click here to read.

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The Haute Bachelor's Bedroom

Inviting a girl over can be fun, intimidating, and nerve wracking all at the same time. Here are some tips to make the "event" run smoothly. Turn any girl on with your manly sense of style.

Vacuum your carpet or sweep and mop your floor. Yes, we do look down there. Oh, and please dust off the bunnies. Dirty carpets and dust covered fans are so unromantic.

Change your sheets, and do it often. There is nothing more disgusting than a sock-me-in-the-eye stain smack dab in the middle of your bed.

Pick up your clothing off of the floor. It shows you care about your things, which means you care about yourself.

Organize your "guy stuff" such as remote controls, books, and magazines. Keep the dirty magazines out of sight. Turn your bed into a storage machine, using the space underneath as storage. Contain collectables, books, and even sweaters under it, but keep them in covered containers.

Utilize a smart catch all tray on your dresser to keep smaller items under control, and within quick reach.
Put a charging station on your night stand for your smaller electronics.

Buy functional furniture, such as an ottoman with a top that can be removed, so you can make use of the inner space for storage. Of course this ottoman will probably be doubled as a chair when your friends come over, so make sure it is easily cleaned with regular household cleaners. We all know how rowdy guys can get when they hang out together.

You know how women should always have something cooking in the oven when a guy comes over? Well the same thing applies to men. Women love it when men cook for them. Learn an easy and tasty new recipe. Have fun with it and make it your own. She will greatly appreciate it.

Overall, make it a fun occasion. A great attitude and a smile will go a long way in catching a woman's affection and their heart. A masculine, modern, and inviting bedroom will make your efforts that much easier.