16 Smart Shoe Storage Solutions
I have a shoe problem — and I don’t mean that I have too many (never!), just nowhere to put them. Yet these 16 creative shoe storage ideas have sparked some serious inspiration:
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15. Boxes + Labels
You know that classic idea of putting polaroids on shoe boxes? Here's an even better version: Take photos of little embellishments (a bow, a buckle, a colored heel) and attach them to brown paper labels.
See where to buy at Livingetc.com. -
14. Backlit Shelving Unit
This custom-built unit with backlighting is a fashionista's dream.
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13. Shelving
Create a store-like display with simple shelving.
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12. Creative Solutions
Short on closet space? Get creative.
See a shoe rack made from pipes at Apartment Therapy. -
11. Outdoor Boot Rack
A brilliant idea for muddy boots, this Wellie Holder is available in the UK for €37 + shipping. (Yet it seems simple enough to make yourself.)
Buy (and inquire about international shipping) at Wellyracks.com. -
10. DIY Boot Rack
The perfect addition to the mud room.
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9. Antique Furniture
This photo, spotted in the Oprah magazine, is what sparked my shoe storage search. (By the way, this woman is the merchandising manager of Gilt Groupe, which would explain why everything about her is covet-worthy.)
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8. Wall-Mounted Shelves
A sleek, streamlined way to store shoes.
Photo: Mark Lund via This is Glamorous. -
7. Clear Boxes
A neat, functional solution: clear boxes at eye level.
See even more fun organizing tips at Better Homes & Gardens. -
5. Old Crates
An easy idea to add more storage, especially for the family's shoes.
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6. Sarah Storage Tower
This entire unit will cost almost $2,000 (yikes!), but you can buy individual pieces for $600 each.
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4. Molding
This idea is similar to the main photo at the top of the page, except this yellow version uses painted chair molding while the top photo uses picture-rail molding. Both are pretty genius.
Photo: Livingetc.com via Deliciously Organized. -
2. DIY Flip-Flop Holders
A simple, clever DIY solution.
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3. Shoe Rack
This wall-mounted 3-pair shoe rack will be available soon from Charlotte Tangye Design.
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1. China Cabinet
Think you have nothing to display in that old piece of furniture? Think again.
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16. Shoe Ladder
Not only is this shoe ladder a clever vertical storage solution, but a functional work of art.
Buy one at Pottery Barn for $129.
The first image, the Picture-Rail Shoe Rack, can be found at Martha Stewart.
Which is your favorite?
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