Where to start
Like any good makeover (Princess Mia’s eyebrows, we’re looking at you) the first step to transforming your fridge’s vibe is a good old-fashioned declutter. After ridding your appliance of old, unusable or expired items, Langof says it’s essential to give your fridge a thorough clean, to clear away ‘stagnant energy’. The next step, she says, is optimising the arrangement within your fridge for everyday use.
“While pretty containers can enhance the visual appeal of your fridge, good Feng Shui is about more than just aesthetics – the practicality of the containers is more important,” says Langof. “Their shapes and sizes should promote efficient storage and easy identification of what’s inside. For example, rectangular containers are better than round ones in a fridge to maximise efficient storage.”
The Feng Shui expert also recommends organising your shelves by meal rather than ingredient type to streamline preparation throughout the week.
“This can make it more efficient and reduce time spent searching for what you need. A meal kit delivery service like HelloFresh offers recipes with pre-portioned ingredients in a meal kit bag which optimises organisation and minimises food wastage, providing a convenient solution.”