They Stored What? Fashion Edition

Main WP • August 10, 2020

Ever had to store clothing in a storage unit? Here are some tips to help you along the way:

  1. Wash your clothes before storing.
  2. Place clothing in plastic bins to prevent damage.
  3. Never vacuum pack your clothing as this can damage certain items.
  4. Sort by clothing type – not what will fit.
  5. Keep pests out by tossing in some cedar chips.
  6. Store in a dark, dry place.

The Queen of Soul probably didn’t dream of having to store her beautiful wardrobe outside of her closet, but when a fire started in Aretha Franklin’s home in 2002, she needed a place to hang her clothes along side her hats.

Over time, Aretha forgot what items were stored and abandoned the storage unit. The items were auctioned off from between $10-$2000 to many of her fans. She wasn’t upset at the sale, but was curious what items she had left in there so many years ago.

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