Identify repeated low tasks
Notice where you bend to collect socks, choose shoes, retrieve folded tops, or put laundry away. Prioritize the movements you repeat most often. Move those categories to a suitable reachable drawer or shelf, while less-used items can occupy lower areas if appropriate. Keep the walking space clear so retrieving a garment does not require stepping around a basket or leaning over shoes.
Test the full action
Try selecting, lifting, and returning an item in the proposed location. A high shelf that avoids bending may introduce difficult reaching, so judge the whole movement. Keep containers light enough to handle comfortably and avoid a setup that requires moving a stack to access one piece. Use furniture and hardware as intended, with appropriate installation and stability. If pain, balance, or mobility concerns affect the task, seek individualized professional advice. A small change to the location of daily essentials may be more useful than replacing the entire closet at once.
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