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9 best shoe racks: Wooden and metal organisers for saving space

Keep your hallway tidy with a stylish storage solution

Ali Howard
Thursday 19 March 2020 12:15 GMT
Before you buy, think about the number of pairs of shoes you tend to have on the go at any given point
Before you buy, think about the number of pairs of shoes you tend to have on the go at any given point

Shoes are notorious for tripping over in the hallway – especially if you're the type to nonchalantly kick them off the moment you get through the front door. Which is why a smart and functional shoe rack can save on both family arguments and floor space.

Before you buy, think about the number of pairs of shoes you tend to have on the go at any given point. We found that the capacity of a shoe rack can differ wildly from one product to another. Your choice needs to take seasonal footwear into account, too. It’s one thing filling up a slim-line shoe rack with summer pumps but it’ll also need to accommodate those big winter boots when the time comes.

If you prefer a minimalist approach to shoe storage, consider a cabinet that neatly keeps your footwear out of sight with generous pull-down drawers. These tend to be more substantial furniture pieces but what you lose in space you more than make up for in those clean, uninterrupted lines.

For such a practical piece, we found some surprisingly stylish storage in our roundup. The humble shoe rack deserves a little limelight – after all, this unassuming furniture piece will offer important first impressions.

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The verdict: Shoe racks

Rebrilliant’s four tier 16 pair shoe rack proved both stylish and functional. Its tall shaping makes it a versatile piece that takes up more wall than floor space – and in a tight hallway, that can be a godsend. We were also impressed with Made’s dual function huldra metal and wood umbrella stand and shoe rack for its clever design and stylish, contemporary aesthetic.

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