Preparation
When you think “laundry basket,” something plastic and cheap-looking likely comes to min, but just because laundry hampers hold your dirty socks doesn’t mean they have to be an eyesore. Thanks to a myriad of lovely options on the market today, the can actually be very pretty and even help tie your laundry room together. Of course, quality is important, too: You need something sturdy enough to hold a large load of laundry and that preferably has handles for easy carrying.
Consider space constraints, too. Live in a smaller apartment or have a tiny laundry room? You’ll need a basket that is collapsible for simple storage. And if you plan on leaving your laundry basket out in plain sight, consider a handwoven material that’s elegant enough to display, and also discrete enough to hide dirty clothes. Finally, while round-shaped baskets are great if you want something versatile that can double as an organizer for toys or other household items, a rectangular shape is ideal for carrying folded laundry after it has cleaned. Ahead, the best laundry baskets that are stylish and functional.
Brabantia Foldable Laundry BasketWest Elm Round Weave Laundry Hamper BasketsYamazaki Home Tosca Laundry BasketMind Reader 40-Liter Plastic Laundry BasketThe Container Store Mint Eco-Plastic Laundry Basket
