Sure, You Could Just Buy Fewer Pairs. But Why Not Implement One Of These Organizer-approved Solutions Instead?
INCREASE VISIBILITY
Keep shoes that you wear most often on open shelving. Ashley Murphy and Lisa Ruff of Neat Method, a home-organizing company with locations nationwide, suggest designating a row or section for each family member so everyone in the house knows exactly where to find their favorite footwear. Make the functional piece of furniture part of your mudroom decor (and prevent it from becoming a cluttered catchall) by creating an inviting display with flowers and framed artwork.
TO BUY: Manzanola shoe bench, $150; wayfair.com.
2 MAKE USE OF VERTICAL SPACE
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