Kick Shoe Chaos (and Trip Hazards!) to the Curb With These Stylish Racks

Shoes, like spices, can only enhance your quality of life if you actually use them. And like spices, shoes tend to get cast off, hither and thither, into the far reaches of cupboards. Suddenly, that super trendy strappy sandal you only had a chance to wear a few times is well past its style expiration date, thrown to the side and forgotten, hidden under a blanket of dust bunnies.

If you find yourself wearing the same few pairs of shoes, despite owning a dozen (or several dozen), we feel your pain. A shoe rack or organizer is the best way to keep all of your footwear in one place, where you have easy access to them and can be constantly reminded of the cute rain boots, comfy slides, sleek heels, and other sadly overlooked members of your collection.

The Best Shoe Racks

What to Consider

From the size of the storage vessel and the material it’s made from to the type of organizer it is, there are so many ways to store shoes! Use the following as a guide before you make your selection and you’ll end up with an organizer that suits your needs, your shoes, and your space:

• Number of Shoes: How many shoes do you have to store? We have options that will store between 10 and 55 shoes. Need more? Double up!

• Location: We kept different space and design needs in mind, with shoe storage racks that hang over doors, slide under beds, and free-standing racks that will work in garages, bedrooms, living rooms, and more.

• Type: If you have a small space, you may want to opt for a hanging shoe rack, but if you have more space, a rack that stands on its own, wherever you put it, will probably be more practical.

For this list, we sought out a range of shoe organizers with different needs, design concerns, and budgets in mind. Read on and get ready for an instant efficiency and style upgrade!