Let’s be honest, we aren’t all married to an architect who can custom make a dream shoe wall (this one pictured was built by Jane Keltner de Valle’s (Teen Vogue) husband). Nor can we hire our very own Dean Proffitt to custom build a cedar “shoe rack with a twist” for our yacht but why should that stop a girl from fulfilling her shoe closet dreams?
Two under $200 routes to consider: bookcases (specifically this one in the color of your liking) and/or wall shelves.
If you have the space I suggest opting for the bookcases – they are just easier. If space is limited go for the wall shelves and invest in a serious power drill (and maybe a maintenance person). I went the Ikea wall shelving route and am thrilled with the result – shoe wall dreams can come true!
Photo: The Coveted
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Would honestly be the most perfect shoe wardrobe.
Sounds like a project I need to consider! beats the ol’ pile of boxes. Damn, I need Dean profit!
I want to see your ikea shelves with the shoes on them!
haha LOVE the overboard reference.
I LOVE this. I love being able to see all of my shoes. I’ve been using a shoe rack from target which works pretty well if you have limited space and rent/not own your apartment. But once I have my own place I’m definitely going to use your tips! Thanks!
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I want/need that.
I’ve always wanted a shoerack like this. I have one of those cheap ones from target that are collapsible, and don’t really have enough room for heels or booties. This is like my dream shoerack.
xo Sherrie
Absolutely gorgeous – I’m so jealous.
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Oh man. That is incredible. Drooling.
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xo
really like the idea of getting a book case…or a baker’s rack to put my shoes on.
PinkPopMash
Sadly I do not have the room currently, but I am sure hoping I can pull it off in my new place once I move. I’ve been dying to have shelves of shoes – so pretty – and so much more functional!
let’s see yours!
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I tried the whole “clear boxes with photos on the outside” thing but just ended up getting angry when everything came crashing down in the morning rush.
This seems like a much more stable idea!
Thanks! : )
Ah I want all those shoes and the rack. Classy and fun. Love it.
I do so love that bookcase from Ikea. I wish I had the room for it. My room is too tiny, for the amount of stuff I have in my life. My closet is ridiculously tiny. I have to keep all my shoes in boxes up there 🙁
I LOVE OVERBOARD!!
I <3 OVERBOARD!!
I love it. Saving this image into my files for interior inspirations!
I dont think Ill ever be that organized. ever. I do have a separate closet for my boots though. I also interviewed my boots for my blog.
Sophia
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I lined mine up in my built-in wardrobe. You can see on my blog.
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A simple and elegant idea.
woow
lovely post <33
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I would love to have that shoeboard…damn!
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loveeeeeeeeee
love this post!!!
I would dream for something like this!!!!
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wow! I would die for that shoe closet!
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My boyfriend and I are buying a house in the Summer and he said that if we have a big enough bedroom I could have a shoe wardrobe! yay! I don’t wear much heels but I have amazing shoes!
Georgie
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This is amazing…The Coveted is slowly becoming one of my favorite sites!! Classic shoe closet reference!!
I have the filling, now I need that closet!! Love it!!
xo thefashionguitar
oh la la! now I just need the wall space!
such a good idea!!! although I would be even more tempted to buy beautiful shoes i would never wear, just to look at them the whole time!!!
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Such a great idea, I just wish I had the space to do something like that. I dream of a walk in wardrobe with a shoe wall…
Great idea, that bookcase unit looks so organized & clean!
XoXo-Kelli K
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OH MY FUCKING GOD . All this shoes !
This is so nice!
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i want a closet as this!
OHMYGOD! I wish wish wish wish wish I had room to do this. Our bedroom is not big enough.
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oh, i really want this! totally making this my future project.
DAMN! I NEED THAT!
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Wall shelves! Great idea!
:O im in awe.
I wish I had the space to do the same. I do have a case in the livingroom, if my collection keeps expanding I’ll just use them as decoration!
xx
Emy
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Aisssssssssssss those Tom Hilfieger boots !! I was looking for them vainly !!
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LOVE this!! 😀
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M from TOKYO
oH gOD – PARADISE!! I love shoes so, for me, this is actually one heavenly picture!!
:O! Love the wardrobe!kisses
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Oh my goodness, I need that!
OMG!so cool…i want it 😛
This IS dream! So nicely done…I wish I had the room for a big shoe wall myself:)
I love the idea of a bookcase full of shoes!I’m seriously thinking about investing in a Ikea bookcase someday for my house!
That is so amazing!!!! Ugh I wish !!!
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Love this!
This is so well done. I love the idea of a shoe wall.
Ahhh, but I can only dream. 🙂
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omg…great collection! <3
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Love, L
Ummm, obsessing over how you referred to Dean Profitt. Love that movie to bits. XO Valerie
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I love this idea! so great! I have a metal one built into my closet at home and I love it. If i didn’t have it I’d so DIY it cuz, well, I DIY like everything I’m not willing to pay outrageous prices for. I’m a broke college student :p
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What a great Idea! More storage for your ever growing shoe collection is every girl’s dream.
If you ever need to clean out your closet and make room for something new, we sell your designer items on ebay! We even offer free UPS pickups!
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Love love love that idea!!!! the shoes look fabulously delicious !!!
~M
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great closet, but I want to have all this shoes in my closet 😉
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Please post photos of your shoe closet/set-up!
THIS IS PERFECT! I need one of these, I’ll be on the search for one at Ikea or someplace. 🙂
Just got this for my studio! It’s beyond perfect!!!
omg thats insane so jealous x
Amazing!
Dreaming about a dedicated show wall in my next home – heaven!!
Love you blog!
Sarah
Looks AMAZING!!!
Wida
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I DEFINITELY need this. I’m tired of the over-the-door shoe caddy.
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This is such a cute and wonderful photo, and i really wish i could have a shoe closet like that!!
Great job
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Oh my god. I need that in my room.
Oh Thanks for this post atleast I will have idea when I have the chance to construct a space for shoes. Love this one.:)
omg what a perfect space for shoes!!! x
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this post is very nice!!!
congratulation!!!
kisses
xx
ah!!! follow u of course!!=D
i personally prefer the bookcase to organise my shoes’ collection
amazing!!!
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Every gal should have one…we owe it to our shoes! Check out the cute shoe shelves complete with designer pooch on my latest post for more ideas!
A book case is a brilliant idea!!
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Brillant idea! I’ve seen that Ikea bookcase a million times, and never thought to use it that way. So great! xo
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I actually used to use bookcases as shoe closets! 😛
But when I have my own home, I’m going to make myself an amazing shoe closet. Who needs architects?? Yay for being an Industrial Design major!!!
1060xo,
Fernanda Lucila
Perfect!
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Ooh! This is so organized. All my shoes are crammed in a door hanging shoe holder (except my expensive shoes).
Have a great Saturday!
X,
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Ooh! This is so organized. All my shoes are crammed in a door hanging shoe holder (except my expensive shoes).
Have a great Saturday!
X,
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I recently posted a post with the same picture, I would totally love to have a shoe wardrobe like this. Is every girls dream!
I recently posted a post with the same picture, I would totally love to have a shoe wardrobe like this. Is every girls dream!
waiiit, back up a minute! You got us ALL EXCITED about the (awesome) idea, but you don’t show us YOUR results??! I WANNA SEE YOUR SHELVES!! 🙂
Amber
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This is every girl dream!
I absolutely love it.
Bookshelves. Genius.
I.Need! Visit me!
Love the idea and love this shoe wall!
WANT! But I need way more slots for shoes!
Love it! What a great way to display/store shoes!
i’ve thought about doing this!!! great post!
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I am so jealous, i haev about 100 shoes and nowhere to put them..all shoes deserves a space like this!
xo Nina
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I do love this post. Thanks!
Great closet… with interesting shoes))
Love this post ♥
I often think about getting a bookcase for my shoes.
They seem to be great for shoes.
I think I just fell in love, my boyfriend will absolutely kill you! I’m going to make him make me one of these for when I eventually move in!
xoxo!
Thats amazing!!
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WOWOWOW….I am amazed!!! It’s sooo beautiful!
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I am beyond jealous of the owner of this fabulous closet!
perfect! i love beeing able to see everything!
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ughh, gorgeous. need to poll everybody though- do you throw out the shoeboxes? i feel guilty throwing away the boxes for expensive shoes!
the answer to my problems!!!! i posted this EXACT problem in my blog a few days ago. thank you!
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If only I had the room for that!! I love to see all the shoes on show. What a great idea – shoe racks are always terrible. I had a go at making something similar to this the other day.
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looks like my bookshelf too.
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wow – my dream closet
Yomanchic