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If you’re into fashion, chances are you have a big shoe collection. It can be a hassle to organise shoes, though, meaning you likely spend lot of time rummaging around to find the right pair. Unfortunately, sorting your shoes isn’t a quick and easy process – but you’ll save time in the long run if you do. Be prepared to unpack, repack and label them all. It’s not fun, but you’ll thank yourself for it later.
From the top down
Organising your footwear begins with arranging your wardrobe and all its contents – above and below – before tackling your shoes. Colour code your clothing as far as possible, starting with light to dark articles of the same type, and grouping heavier fabrics like knits together. Keep your wardrobe tidy and have all hangers facing in one direction. Also button up shirts, coats and blazers. While you’re at it, clear out any items you don’t wear anymore and give them to a charity.
Made to measure
Now that you know the space you have to work with, it’s time to bring out the tape measure. Taking measurements will help you choose the right containers for your shoes, which will help maximise your storage space. Invest in sturdy, durable, moisture-resistant containers. Make sure they’re transparent so you can see what’s inside them and take note of how many pairs of shoes each can hold.
Step it up
Pair your shoes with their partners, facing heel to toe. Pack them with the same colour coding you’ve used to organise your clothing. Boots, wedges and those 9-inch heels should lie flat. Mark the storage boxes clearly, keeping costume shoes, trainers and outdoor flats separate.
Recycle, recycle, recycle
Clearing out shoes you don’t wear anymore will save you tons of space, which you can use to store the shoes you really need. Ditch last season’s sandals and anything else that’s not on trend anymore and donate what you don’t wear to charity. Keep the cardboard boxes shoes come in, though, as you can use them elsewhere.
If you follow these simple steps you’ll not only save a lot of time; you might even uncover a few forgotten treasures.
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