ZandurFox Posted May 3 Hello! I've been busy yet again and with distractions recently. I haven't checked the Doll Dreaming Forums for a long while. I just need to know on how you fellow DD/BJD collectors properly store DD clothing and outfits? Do you guys use a 1/3 BJD clothing closet or display them? Or simply put most of the DD clothing inside a large bag? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mmmuguet Posted May 4 I have always stored my doll clothing in lidded storage bins and baskets, with pieces sorted by tone (black clothing is separate from pastels, etc). I keep things laid flat to prevent wrinkling. Shoes are also kept in boxes, small accessories are in containers or tiny zip bags. If you live in a very damp area or someplace known for longterm storage issues you might have to adjust for those types of issues. Never had any issues with my pieces! If you're looking to keep things on display you can find nicer looking bins, but it takes up a lot of space unless you have a dedicated doll room/area that can afford specific theming around the storage. If the intention isn't to have them on display, utility and ease of storage is definitely the key when trying to keep your extras manageable imo. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Xiongmao Posted May 4 I use Volks boxes and store the outfits in their original packaging. It's sorted into DDdy, MDD, small outfits, large outfits, massive outfits and today there's a new box just for Miku outfits. There are two smaller boxes for DD and MDD outfits currently being worn. 1 My Dollfie doll family 😊. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
uoub Posted May 4 I actually saw a video once where someone stored their doll clothing in binders, using those clear paper sleeves to keep the clothes from wrinkling! I plan on doing this eventually but I thought it was very intuitive lol 3 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ZandurFox Posted May 5 Oh, nice! I'll keep these in mind! I've a decent amount of custom DD outfits and a few Official Volks DD clothes and they're currently in a large bag. I'll do something about this and prevent the clothing from wrinkling and folding! Thank you for the info!! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HongBee Posted May 5 5 hours ago, uoub said: I actually saw a video once where someone stored their doll clothing in binders, using those clear paper sleeves to keep the clothes from wrinkling! I plan on doing this eventually but I thought it was very intuitive lol I do that with the sylvanian families clothes as they are smaller. So a small A5 binder with clear pocket sleeves. 2 hours ago, ZandurFox said: Oh, nice! I'll keep these in mind! I've a decent amount of custom DD outfits and a few Official Volks DD clothes and they're currently in a large bag. I'll do something about this and prevent the clothing from wrinkling and folding! Thank you for the info!! For my larger girls, I have ziplocks and a large plastic box. For bodies I got a custom made thin pvc box, they are clothed before placed in the box and stored. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Xiongmao Posted May 5 Good ideas everybody. I was putting the Kagamines' outfits away today and I'd suggest that if anyone has outfits that are PVC/vinyl/pleather than ensure you wrap them in tissue paper. This material has a habit of clinging to itself and also to cellophane wrapping. 3 2 My Dollfie doll family 😊. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fingerfloss Posted May 7 (edited) I've heard some collectors recommend using acid-free materials for storage, whether it be the containers themselves or wrapping the items in acid-free tissue paper. They also make acid-free clear binder sheets if you wanted to go that route! I'm pretty sure this was advice for preserving plastic doll bodies and not their clothes, but an extra layer of protection couldn't hurt. 😅 My clothes and accessories are all in random small boxes, but I'm starting to need more space. I love the binder idea!! Edited May 7 by fingerfloss Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SonataAvalon Posted May 7 Cryo-freeze- wait this isn't humans. Use a container for clothing or a ziplock bag. I mostly use a computer bag and have my doll personally stick just her head out of it. The arms aren't attached very well, so she's just sticking out her head to see the world. 1 Forums banned from year wise: GamePress FateGrand Order: 1,000 years. I'm a bit impulsive and do not mean what I say, so if I go off-topic please note I do have ADHD and Autism. I'm most likely younger than you btw. Thank's for reading! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stupid_Hoomun Posted May 7 Mine have their own wardrobe. Everything is hung up with smaller items like underwear and shoes now in a couple of plastic trays in the bottom. I like to try keep outfits in the original packaging if possible. pic is from some time ago, its pretty much rammed full now. 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ZandurFox Posted May 7 Wow, very interesting! That is fantastic! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hospitalitydoll Posted May 10 I'm new to collecting but have everything neatly folded and stored in a hat box on the top shelf of my closet. Even though I'm new to dolls, I have experience with expensive people clothes. Please do not store clothes in plastic bags!! It can trap moisture and cause molding! It's not just if the clothes are damp either; if you live in a humid environment, the plastic can trap moisture and restrict air flow. Store them in something breathable like cotton, cardboard, or somewhere there is air circulation. You can also buy moisture absorbers/catchers (even gel silica packs) if you're really worried about it. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HongBee Posted May 10 44 minutes ago, hospitalitydoll said: Please do not store clothes in plastic bags!! It can trap moisture and cause molding! It's not just if the clothes are damp either; if you live in a humid environment, the plastic can trap moisture and restrict air flow. Store them in something breathable like cotton, cardboard, or somewhere there is air circulation. You can also buy moisture absorbers/catchers (even gel silica packs) if you're really worried about it. This is very true... I keep comics and need moisture absorbing acid free boards for the mine but in my kind of humid environment its a lot of work too wet u get mold and mildew... too dry the material cracks... I used to be paranoid about keeping them in MISB conditions but after awhile noticed I am attached only to the ones that I have handled and no longer anywhere mint. The other issue I had was that my backing boards and silica packs are starting to cost more than the items I am trying to protect haha. I considered a dry box. The ones where people keep cameras. Anyone used that for storage before? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ragnamuffin Posted May 10 2 hours ago, hospitalitydoll said: Please do not store clothes in plastic bags!! It can trap moisture and cause molding! It's not just if the clothes are damp either; if you live in a humid environment, the plastic can trap moisture and restrict air flow. What if you punch a hole in the plastic bag? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hospitalitydoll Posted May 11 (edited) 20 hours ago, ragnamuffin said: What if you punch a hole in the plastic bag? Theoretically that could work! It would depend on the humidity level, how often it's taken out of the bag, and if there's air circulation in the storage area (or lack thereof, like with overcrowding/stuffing). I live in a high humidity area with no central air conditioning, so I have to be cautious. 22 hours ago, HongBee said: too dry the material cracks... Oof yes, I imagine paper goods are a lot harder to keep climate controlled! Lol at the cost of protection materials being more than the items. It's always like that, isn't it? Edited May 11 by hospitalitydoll typo 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Roserolls Posted May 11 The way that this thread has me marie kondo-ing my entire doll wardrobe at 12am.... I'm folding and putting them in a set of large plastic drawers for now (kinda like rubbermaid storage bins but drawers) so hopefully that will be ok? I'm gonna have to run to the store to get tiny little storage bins to put inside to organize the socks and accessories, but hopefully this should be better than plastic storage bags right? I've seen most people on den of angels say that they put their clothes in plastic storage bins, so it can't be too bad? (as a plus, I have way more room for more doll clothes now >:3c) 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ZandurFox Posted May 11 I'll keep these in mind, I need to store my DD clothing and outfits in a better way to preserve them. Thank you for the info and advice! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
