Tennis shoes in the living room, flip flops kicked off by the front door, boots hiding in the back of the closet – shoe clutter has a way of spreading throughout the house. As a professional home organizer, I see this in homes all over the Denver area. The good news? With a little intentional organizing, and my shoe organizing tips, your shoes can finally have a home and your mornings can feel calmer and more efficient.
Getting dressed and heading out the door is so much easier when you know exactly where your shoes are. The first step is to gather all of them from around the house and bring them into one place. This makes it easier to declutter. Toss shoes that are beyond repair and donate pairs you no longer wear or need. Letting go of what’s no longer serving you is key to creating a tidy and functional home.
Next, sort the shoes you’re keeping into categories: tennis shoes, heels, sandals, boots and so on. From there, sort by color. This step often reveals duplicates or styles you’ve outgrown, helping you refine your collection even more. Many clients are surprised by how much space they reclaim simply by editing their shoe collection.
Seasonal sorting is another game changer. Separate summer and winter shoes and store off-season pairs higher up in the closet or in less accessible areas. Stackable shoe boxes work well here, especially clear ones that let you see what’s inside without opening every box. Using vertical space effectively is one of the simplest ways to create a place for everything.
For shoes you wear regularly, choose storage solutions that fit your space and habits. Closet shelves are great, but if they’re spaced too far apart, adding risers or stacking clear boxes can double your storage. Short on shelf space? Over-the-door shoe organizers, hanging shoe bags or wall-mounted options can work beautifully and keep floors clear.
The most important part of shoe organization isn’t the product – it’s the system. Shoes should always return to the home you’ve created for them. When your systems are easy to maintain, staying organized becomes second nature, and that’s where real peace of mind comes from. An organized closet helps you create calm and start each day on the right foot.
And as always, if you’re not sure where to begin or would like hands-on support, reach out to Smart Organizing Solutions. I’m passionate about helping families throughout Denver, Central Park, Park Hill, Cherry Creek, Aurora and nearby communities declutter, build customized organizing systems and learn practical strategies that make it easier to keep their homes tidy for the long run. Learn more or book a session through my Contact Denver Professional Organizer | SOS Organizing page today.