Every freshman living on campus has this moment: You walk into your dorm room, only to realize it really is a shoebox and you overpacked. Try these nine tips to maximize your closet space this year.

1. Slim hangers: Skinny hangers are lightweight and ideal for a cramped closet. Most of these hangers also have a small hook that hook onto the adjoining hanger, making the most out of a tight closet space. They’re also available in a variety of colors.

2. Locker shelves: If you thought you left these shelves behind in middle school along with your Abercrombie and Fitch stamped clothing, think again. Locker shelves serve as an easy and affordable way to add additional shelving space to your closet. You can put these stackable shelves at the bottom of your closet in the empty space where shorter items such as T-shirts hang.

3. The burrito technique: Also known as a “ranger roll”, this technique is an alternative way to fold your clothes. First, flatten out the shirt and fold the sleeves in. Take the bottom of the shirt and fold it under about five inches to create a cuff. Next, fold one half of the shirt inward and bring the other side on top of it. Start tightly rolling the shirt from the top (opposite of the cuff) until you get to the cuff. Now, take the cuff and wrap it around the shirt, and you’ll have your own T-shirt burrito.

4. Roll your sweats: In high school, sweat pants might have been looked down upon, but in college they are a necessity. Instead of simply folding them in half, try rolling them up. Simply smooth the pants out and fold one side over and roll from the bottom up (like a sleeping bag).

5. Hanging shoe rack: A shoe rack might look cheesy, but it’ll save you space and time, because you’re far too busy to dig through random shoes to find your favorite pair. If you have extra slots, you can also use them for accessories. Before you hang your shoe rack on the back of the door, make sure to talk with your roommate and see if they’re okay with it.

6. Ship seasonally: Have your parents send your springtime wardrobe when the season approaches. But, remember to ship them back the clothes you aren’t wearing anymore

7. Tiny T’s: If the burrito technique isn’t for you, try this compact folding technique. After flattening out the shirt, fold it in half, tuck the sleeves in, now fold it in half and then fold it in half once more.

8. Under bed storage: You can utilize the room under your bed for storage with bed risers. These are available for purchase at Grab ‘n’ Go Market in the Hamilton Dining Complex.

9. Space Bags: These bags are perfect for after winter. You simply stuff these oversized, Ziploc-like bags with your clothes and vacuum out the air. They’re truly lifesavers; they shrink down to a small, flat size which can easily fit under your bed.

Most of the items listed above can be found at Target or Bed Bath & Beyond.