It's a bit pricey at $70, but it's become a statement piece and room divider.
I get to customize it with different accessories like sports merch depending on my mood.
I moved into a fully furnished apartment in New York City during the fall of 2021. Since the place was already complete with all the necessities, I only had a few pieces of furniture left to buy to make the apartment feel like my own. One of those pieces is a slim white coat rack from Yamazaki Home, which I found on Amazon.
Like most pieces of furniture that can be ordered online, the coat rack arrived in a box and needed to be built. Building the rack was fairly easy — the instructions, the small screwdriver, and all the screws I needed were included in the box.
But the ease of assembly is just one of the things I love about this rack. It's also become a customizable piece of furniture in my apartment.
The almost 16-inch wide coat rack fits just right in the nook between my living and dining areas.
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I initially wanted a wider rack but quickly realized that I didn't have enough space for one. Nestled between my couch and a dining chair, the Yamazaki rack does double duty as a room divider.
It was easy to decide on the white and blonde wood rack because it matched my dining chairs.
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Also, white just goes well with everything. The sleek black option would be ideal if you have other pieces of furniture to match it with.
I've comfortably fit up to 7 coats on the rack.
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The surprisingly sturdy coat rack can hold up to 11 pounds, according to Yamazaki Home. Personally, I prefer to hang only a few pieces of clothing to keep it looking neat. I've also hung five coats along with a hook for a leather shoulder bag, tote bags, and other accessories.
It's fun to switch up what I put on the coat rack depending on the season.
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During the warmer months, my rack is mostly lined with lighter outerwear like a thin blazer, a cardigan, and denim jackets. During the winter, I switch those out with thicker jackets, wool coats, and thick puffers.
I also mix things up depending on my mood.
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What I put on the rack isn't always based on whether it's hot or cold outside. I like showing off my team spirit — or who I stan — by putting my fan merch on the rack. I also line it up with personalized clothes I've received as gifts from loved ones. It's a great way to add some character to my apartment (especially because it already came furnished) while also serving as a great conversation starter for visitors.
The bottom line
I love how this coat rack allows me to organize my clothes, coats, and accessories while putting them on display. Being able to choose what I hang on it transforms it from a simple coat rack to a statement piece, conversation starter, and a personalized room divider.
The slim and stylish rack is perfect for those with limited space in their apartment or home. It's so fun and convenient to choose what to wear every day when it's presented in such a sleek way.