Sneakers for every day, winter boots for freezing mornings, heels for nights out, sandals for summer — and let’s not forget the hiking boots, running shoes, and maybe a pair or two “just in case.”
Sound familiar?
Shoes pile up quickly, and most of us don’t have unlimited wardrobe space. So how do you keep your footwear organised, protected and out of your way, without tossing out half your collection?
Here’s your go-to guide for smart, long-term shoe storage — whether you live in a small flat or just want to declutter your hallway.
What shoes need to stay in shape during storage
Unlike clothes, shoes don’t just wrinkle. They bend, crack, fade or mould if stored incorrectly.
Good shoe storage means keeping them protected from:
- Moisture, which leads to odour and mould
- Temperature extremes, which damage glue and materials
- Pressure or bad stacking, which deforms their shape
Whether you’re storing for a season or for longer, a little care goes a long way.
5 smart shoe storage ideas you can use at home
You don’t need a walk-in closet — just a few smart tricks to store your shoes without sacrificing space.
- Clear-front shoe boxes
Great for visibility and protection, and easy to stack. - Hanging organisers
Perfect for light shoes like flats, flip-flops or trainers — and a space-saver in wardrobes. - Under-bed boxes
A lifesaver for storing shoes you don’t wear every week (hello, snow boots). - Modular rack systems
Ideal for shared spaces, entryways, or storage rooms — flexible and expandable. - Vacuum bags (for soft shoes only)
Major space-saver — but avoid for leather or structured shoes.
🧼 Always clean and fully dry shoes before storage — that’s more important than the storage box itself.
When it’s time to store your shoes outside your home
Sometimes, no amount of creative organisation will do the trick. If your seasonal or special-occasion shoes are:
- Taking up too much everyday space
- Only needed for part of the year
- Too valuable to just “leave around”
- Or you’re in a shared flat or moving temporarily
…then off-site storage might be the smart next step.
SaveSpace – The easiest way to store your shoes (without lifting a box)
Don’t want to rent a unit, drive across town or worry about storing your favourites in a damp basement?
SaveSpace gives you all the benefits of self storage – without the self part.
Here’s how it works:
- Book online in minutes
- We pick up your shoes directly from your door
- They’re stored in a dry, secure, climate-controlled warehouse
- You receive a digital photo inventory of all items
- Need a pair back? Click – and we deliver it to you
Why SaveSpace works great for shoe lovers:
✅ No carrying boxes, no driving, no logistics
✅ Ideal conditions for long-term shoe preservation
✅ You only pay for the space you actually use
✅ Pickup and return included
✅ Great for seasonal shoes, designer pairs, and student living
Final thought: Keep your shoes. Just not in your hallway.
If you’re not ready to part with your shoes, but you’re also not ready to trip over them every day — SaveSpace is your smart, simple storage solution.
👉 Book your shoe storage now at SaveSpace – pickup and return included