The Towel Storage That Makes Your Bathroom Look Outdated

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Keeping up with home decor trends these days can be tricky because, well, they're constantly changing. One minute, everyone's obsessed with matching furniture sets, and the next, we're swapping them out for mismatched sofas and chairs to give off a more eclectic vibe. Rose gold decor also had its moment as a must-have accent, but that, too, has faded, replaced by the mixed metals instead. And if you don't keep up and continue clinging to these "old" trends, your space can start to feel a little dated. Take, for example, the once-popular towel storage method that involved stacking neatly folded towels on open shelves in the bathroom. Sorry to say, but that look is officially getting the outdated stamp.

While this method was once praised for creating a spa-inspired space — think fluffy white towels folded with precision — it's actually a lot harder to maintain than it seems. For starters, you need towels that all match and are the same size and color, or it quickly starts to look messy. Plus, there's the extra time it takes to fold them perfectly so they give off a sleek and orderly appearance. And let's be honest, between work, kids, chores, and hobbies, who really has time to worry about whether their towels are creased and lined up just right? Not many of us. Instead of serving as a stylish storage solution, this method now risks becoming a bathroom eyesore, making the space look cluttered. Not to mention, it doesn't quite adhere to the minimalist approach, which is very much in right now, so it's time to tuck those towels away.

Since storing folded towels on an open shelf in the bathroom is difficult to manage and doesn't align with minimalist standards —which embrace open layouts, clear surfaces, and absolutely no clutter —it might be time to consider some alternatives. Fortunately, there are plenty of other ways to store towels so your bathroom still looks up to date. We've even got a few alternatives for storing bathroom towels without a linen closet.

Instead of putting your towels out in the open, consider grabbing a standalone cabinet to hold them. It could be one that fits over the toilet to save space or even a cute bamboo cabinet you can place against the wall. If space is limited, you could also make use of an over-the-door towel rack, which keeps them hidden and neat. But if you still want to keep one or two towels out for guests, there are always chic towel ladders that don't take up much space and make the room look inviting while letting you display a few of your nicest towels — the ones you actually want friends and guests to see.