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How to store shoes: ideas, photos

Everyone decides for himself how to store shoes, and in most cases, when the season changes, some boxes are taken from the mezzanine, while others are sent to them. Get it out, wipe it off the dust, find the right pair – all this takes both time and effort.

It is much better to immediately organize the storage of boots, shoes, sandals in such a way that they are always at hand and do not require constant attention. Designers pay a lot of attention to storage issues, and you can spy a lot of interesting ideas for storing shoes from them..

  • Cupboard

The mezzanine is far and high. It is better to buy or custom-made a special shoe cabinet – it takes up little space, but all the shoes are at hand, and you do not need to waste time looking for a suitable pair.

Shoe storage cabinet

Shoe storage cabinet

  • Shelves

Sometimes there is no space for a closet – how to store shoes in this case? Try to hang narrow shelves a short distance from the floor, and place your shoes on them.

Shelves for storing shoes

Shelves for storing shoes

  • Baskets or containers

Baskets, or containers, can be stowed away in special racks, hidden in a storage system or put in plain sight, but in this case it is better to keep them closed. Transparent boxes will make it possible to see what is inside, colored – sort the contents by season, or by belonging to family members. Wicker baskets can be an interior decoration.

shoe storage containers

shoe storage boxes

transparent containers for storing shoes

shoe storage baskets

  • Rack

On sale you can find a special compact shoe rack – the space it takes is very small, but many pairs can fit in it.

round shoe storage rack

shoe storage rack

  • Poof

The traditional solution is an ottoman, on which you can change your shoes. Throwing back the lid, you can remove unnecessary shoes into it.

pouf for storing shoes

pouf for storing shoes

  • Organizer

Where there is little space for stationary furniture, it is customary to use organizers. They are also suitable for storing shoes if you place them on the wall in the entrance area..

You can hang a similar organizer on the inner surface of the cabinet door. It is especially convenient to store slippers and flat shoes in it.. 

shoe storage organizer

shoe storage organizer

shoe storage organizer

  • Hanger

Boots are especially inconvenient during storage. It is not recommended to fold them, a box with “full length” boots takes up a lot of space. One solution to the problem is to attach boots to a hanger..

shoe hangers

shoe hangers

  • Pantry

If in the entrance area there is a small storage room or even just a niche, then one of the best ideas for storing shoes is to make “shoe room”. The niche can be closed with sliding doors, or simply by hanging curtains. Inside, you need to equip a rack.

pantry for storing shoes

  • Stairs

Another answer to the question “how to store shoes” can be a folding step ladder. Made of wood, it is especially suitable for interiors in the style of Provence, country, shabby chic, and metal will decorate a loft or techno style.

decorative ladder for storing shoes

  • Dirty shoe tray

IN “dirty” seasons footwear from the street can also be removed – it will not only not get in the way on the aisle, but will also stop staining the floors. Among the ideas for storing shoes, this is one of the most original.

Take a small container, for example, a box lid, pour pebbles inside – and the shoe stand is ready. In the slush, you will immediately appreciate the convenience of such a storage system.!

Dirty shoe tray

Dirty shoe tray

  • Boxes

Simple crates from the grocery store can be a great stash for your shoe collection. It is enough to paint them and hang them in the right places.

shoe storage boxes

wooden shoe storage boxes

  • Eaves

If there is very little space in the corridor, and it is not clear how to store shoes, try to fix the cornices on the wall. They practically do not “eat” space, while keeping your shoes firmly on the wall. It can even become a decorative element in the design of the entrance area.!

eaves for storing shoes

  • Photo for memory

If you store shoes in boxes, there is a way to cut down on the time it takes to find the right pair: just take photos of the shoes, print them out and glue them to the end of the box..

boxes with photos for storing shoes

  • Decor

If you are the owner of an exclusive shoe that is a pleasure to look at, make an exposition out of it. It will decorate your interior and give it a unique “zest”.

shoes as interior decoration

  • Buffet

Do you have a sideboard in your home that you don’t need, or a bookcase? Turn it into a shoe cabinet. This will benefit both the boots and the interior. The unexpected use of pieces of furniture shows the originality of thinking of its owners..

shoe storage cupboard

shoe storage cupboard
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