TikTok's Organization DIY Makes A Dated Mirrored Closet Look Brand New

Nothing feels fancier than choosing your outfit every morning from a gorgeous, perfectly organized custom closet. But let's be honest, many people are stuck with the classic 5 to 6-foot wide basic closet rather than a big, beautiful walk-in space. The great news is that thanks to TikTok's viral Target bookshelf closet hack that has been circling social media like wildfire, you can transform your run-of-the-mill standard closet into a high-end-looking closet system. One TikToker, @prettyprovidence, shared how she transformed a typical outdated closet with sliding mirrored doors into a beautiful custom closet for under $130 with two Target bookcases, closet rod hardware, and a wooden rod.

Custom closet systems, while luxurious, can be extremely pricey, and while there are ways to DIY your own built-in closet system on a budget from scratch, it requires a bit of elbow grease and woodworking know-how that not everyone has. However, TikTok is full of genius closet storage ideas that do not require any power tools, this Target bookshelf hack included, making it perfect for DIY beginners. In fact, if your landlord is okay with you removing the existing closet hardware and putting a couple of holes in the wall, this hack could easily be used by renters, as everything could be reversed if needed (though with an outcome so gorgeous, odds are they won't want you too!). A budget-, renter-, and DIY-novice-friendly custom closet? Yes, it's really possible — create the closet of your dreams with this fantastic Target bookshelf hack.

To accomplish this viral TikTok bookshelf closet hack, begin by clearing out your closet and removing any existing closet rods, shelves, etc. Take off that dated mirror door and put it aside (if you're a renter) or contact your municipal public works department about recycling large objects. Next, purchase and assemble two of the popular $40 Target bookshelves, leaving off the back panels. Slide the shelving units into the open closet space, pushing them both to one side and anchoring them to the wall for safety.

Purchase four sets of $9 Home Depot closet rod wall brackets and a wood closet rod cut to size with a hand or electric saw, like this 72-inch option from Lowes. Install a rod at the top of each shelf, mounting the brackets toward the front of the unit to ensure there is enough room for the hangers to fit without hitting the back wall. Next, add a rod to the lower portion of one shelving unit and install the included shelves on the other side. Finally, to secure your setup in place and add full-length hanging storage, use the last set of brackets to install a rod in the remaining closet space not taken up by the shelves (from the wall to the outside of the shelving unit), hanging it at the same height as the other upper rods. And there you have it, a custom-looking built-in closet for only about $130 and a couple hours' time!

The beauty of this viral Target bookshelf closet hack is that there are endless ways to customize the idea to suit your particular needs and existing space. If you have ceilings over 98 inches and want to add more storage, you could place Target's three-drawer chest below each of the bookshelf units. You may need to invest in a cute step stool to reach the upper rods, or opt for only one row of hanging storage with shelving above instead. If you need more open shelf storage, add in another bookcase with shelves or use two Target cube storage units stacked to create a narrow vertical tower.

Perhaps you have enough storage but want to add a little more pizzazz. While the fresh coat of paint in the TikTok is lovely, why not consider something with a little more wow factor, like a peel-and-stick wallpaper with a fun print? Or perhaps try stenciling the interior of the closet so you can enjoy a gorgeous handmade pattern every time you choose your outfit for the day. Add LED strips or puck lights to the underside of display shelves for that extra glamorous feel. Fancy final touches will help bring your new closet system to life and make it feel custom and expensive. Regardless of how you configure your budget TikTok Target bookshelf closet to best suit your needs and closet, it could very likely be the best $130 you've ever spent!