Ditch The Traditional Shoe Rack: Amazon Has A Smarter Way To Keep Shoes Organized

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If your cramped entryway is cluttered with sneakers, boots, and sandals, a traditional shoe rack might not be the solution you need. Standard shoe racks often take up too much real estate, especially if they are large and have to manage a family's worth of footwear. There are a few creative ways to store shoes that don't use a classic storage arrangement, with some organizers being designed to do more than just line up pairs in long rows: They take advantage of vertical space to make it easier to find the shoes you want. If you want to maximize storage space while taking up minimal floor space, a rotating shoe tower like the $90 FWTI DEAL 7-Tier Rotating Shoe Rack Tower can help.

The FWTI shoe tower is essentially a tall circular shelf on a rotating base that lets you access all sides from one position, allowing it to fit comfortably into out-of-the-way corners. Overall, reviewers are happy with the product, awarding it 4.5 stars from over 100 reviews. The unit is made of manufactured wood, as are most similar products, so it has that cheaper, flatpack furniture feel, but many customers note the build is generally sturdy and has an easy, tool-free assembly.

Each tier is divided into four sections for a total of 28 cubbies, and the entire build stands over 5 feet tall. The base of the unit measures just shy of 24 inches across, so it takes up little space despite its substantial storage capacity. The slight footprint makes this bedroom, closet, or entryway shoe storage idea a practical fit for small apartments and homes.

A great fit for almost anyone, a shoe tower is a renter-friendly shoe rack alternative, which can't always be said of other creative storage products like wall-mounted cabinets and hanging organizers. And unlike regular racks, a tower like the FWTI model is excellent for dividing shoes. In a busy family home, you might choose to assign a side to each family member. If you're keeping it for your own large shoe collection, you can use different sections for shoe types (for example, designated areas for workout shoes, sneakers, dress shoes, and sandals) or to organize your footwear by seasonality.

The FWTI show tower is fitting for small spaces but also an ideal base for a shoe display if you're creating a custom closet. The rotating rack makes it feel like a showcase in an upscale store, especially if you use it to store your nicest boots or heels. For more visual variety, you could intersperse the shoes with a few nice bags, potted plants, photos, hats, or books. Organize accessories near matching pairs of shoes to make your outfits easier to assemble. To add to the appeal, you can even install LED light strips or small puck lights to the undersides of the shelves to make your shoe collection more eye-catching.