De-Feet Your Front Door Clutter: 5 Entryway Shoe Storage Ideas
Everyone wants to maximize the functionality of their living space, but accomplishing that goal is often easier said than done. It's hard to keep certain items in order. Case in point: shoes.
A pile of shoes by the door can clutter up a room like nothing else and potentially act as a tripping hazard if you're not too careful. Whether multiple people share a space or you just have many pairs of shoes in rotation, they can quickly become a source of overwhelming clutter right where you enter your home.
You can avoid these issues and organize your home with various entryway shoe storage solutions. There are some simple solutions for shoe storage in small spaces that can make your home more presentable.
Over-the-Door Storage
Utilize the vertical space in your apartment with an over-the-door organizer that hangs on the door, enabling you to store your shoes without using valuable closet floor space. Over-the-door shoe storage pieces can hold several pairs of shoes and don't require you to drill or mount anything, making them easy to use. They are also straightforward to disassemble if you move again or want to use a different shoe storage option.
Storage Ottomans
An entryway ottoman with built-in storage slots is a multipurpose piece of decor. It provides a way to hold your shoes in an accessible place, as well as offering another place to take a seat when putting on or taking off your shoes.
Shoe Storage Cabinet
Shoe cabinets are designed to help organize your footwear in a way other storage solutions are not. They usually have pull-down drawers that conceal your shoes neatly in an entryway while keeping them easy to reach at any time. Many cabinets come with upper and lower shelving for extra storage.
Under-the-Bed Storage
Under-the-bed shoe storage is a great way to keep your kicks out of sight but not out of mind. Make use of the empty space with shoe organizers or storage bins that can house any footwear that isn't in your regular rotation. Some bed frames may come equipped with built-in drawers, which can be especially convenient when space is at a premium.
Empty Bookshelves
Creating a personal library is impressive, but a bookshelf can also serve another organizing purpose. Bookcases can be transformed into open shoe display areas by lining each shelf with your shoes. This presents your shoes in a stylish and intentional manner. Tall, narrow bookshelves are better for entryways, while wide, low bookcases are more sensible for closets or bedrooms.
Find Solutions at Kansas City Thrift Stores
You don't have to pay through the nose to find a good pair of shoes or viable entryway shoe storage options. Kansas City is home to many thrift stores where you can find great secondhand products at an affordable price. Exploring any of the thrift stores below could lead to the perfect secondhand find for your shoe organizing needs!
Hillcrest Thrift
The Hillcrest Thrift Store is a great place to find a variety of items to upgrade your home decor or personal wardrobe. The flagship store (6501 N Cosby Ave, Kansas City, MO 64151) and Hillcrest Thrift Outlet (6520 NW Prairie View Rd, Kansas City, MO 64151)are across the parking lot from each other, and there is another Hillcrest location in Platte City (1305 Branch St, Platte City, MO 64079).
Here, you can find clothes, furniture, and many other items to make your home more distinct. Hillcrest Thrift also gives back to the community in other ways by supporting scholarship funds, food pantry donations, and housing programs for people in need.
Blessings Abound
Blessings Abound (13637 Washington Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64145) is another thrift store where you can find shoes and vintage home goods to better organize your footwear. All items in the store are categorized so visitors can find what they are looking for more easily.
Blessings Abound is a charitable organization that looks after Kansas City residents, accepting donations and connecting people to other nonprofits doing selfless work around the city. Their inventory constantly changes, making a stop here fun, even if you’ve visited recently.
The ReSale Shop
The ReSale Shop (6601 North Oak Trafficway, Gladstone, MO 64118) is a thrift store location staffed and managed entirely by a group of volunteers. The store is well-known as one of the best thrift stores in the Kansas City area thanks to a large catalog of quality merchandise available at a reasonable price point.
The ReSale Shop is operated by Boost KC (formerly known as the Assistance League of Kansas City), a nonprofit that uses thrift shop funds to bankroll programs and initiatives to uplift local communities. You might find an incredible pair of vintage or new-to-you shoes here, as well as furniture that can help you store them!
Nova's Vintage
Nova’s Vintage (916 East 5th Street, Kansas City, MO 64108) is a downtown thrift shop that specializes in charming antique furniture and home decor that may help store your shoes more efficiently. Nova’s Vintage is only open on Friday and Saturday, but it is worth planning a weekend outing for a visit!
Arizona Trading Company
The Arizona Trading Company (1722 Oak Street, Kansas City, MO 64108) is a thrift store where you can find all kinds of vintage shoes and clothing, although they generally don’t have furniture for sale. Their location in the Crossroads also has accessible off-street parking that lowers the barrier to entry for visitors.
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