With cooler weather on the way, now is the perfect time to get your chest of drawers in order. We've done just that to the pair of bureaus here. The chest on the left is used mainly for apparel, while the one on the right houses shoes and loose accessories.

The first step with any bureau makeover is often the hardest -- editing out items you no longer use. If you haven't worn a cardigan or a pair of pumps in two seasons, add it to your giveaway pile. Next, sort what remains by category and assign everything to a drawer. Most bureaus have little in the way of built-in compartments, but you can create custom divisions using the strategies here.

Why not plan the project around the seasonal wardrobe swap? You'll save time, plus your favorite sweater will be at hand that first chilly fall morning.