In my apartment with just one small closet, shoe storage is my biggest challenge. This is compounded by the fact that I have a definite shoe shopping problem. (Why must there be so many great looking shoes!) To help the other space challenged shoe collectors out there, here's a handy shopping guide with storage pieces and ways to use them. 

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I've been working on my closet for some time now, trying to figure out how to maximize space and make it feel less utilitarian and more glamorous. Now that I've made some progress — or at least have a solid plan — I can focus on the little details. Pretty frocks deserve pretty hangers, don't you think?

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When the world (or at least our little corner of it) seems too overwhelming and chaotic, it's tempting to exert some control. That control can take different forms for each person, ranging from healthy conflict management to dangerous eating disorders, with a bit of bossiness thrown in for good measure. In an effort to stay on the healthy, pleasant-to-be-around end of the spectrum, I tackled the closet...

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A friend of mine is dealing with the myriad tasks involved in selling a house, packing up, and moving, so I offered to help a bit yesterday. I wouldn't be able to decide what to do with paperwork or childhood memorabilia, but I do have strong opinions about clothes! I sorted his entire closet into three categories: Definite, Potential, and Questionable. Of course, the Questionable section was the most entertaining...

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When all you've got is just 450 square feet to work with, multi-purpose solutions are a must. New Yorkers are probably the most adept at making the best of what they're given, and this example illustrates small space living with a big dash of style is possible using a Swiss Army knife style, utility-dense solution... More

Figuring out ways to use furniture in new places makes spaces infinitely more interesting, and potentially more functional as well. Thinking this way opens up an entire world of furniture, including affordable vintage finds. A perfect example: Matthew Kowles cleverly layers old and new desks in his New York apartment. Not only does it look amazing, but it solves a pesky storage issue as well. Here are a few more ideas for mixing it up at home: More

Whether you're loading them up with books and DVD's or photos and knick knacks, shelving is an essential piece of furniture in just about every home. Knowing this, we've looked at a lot of shelving over the years – from vintage industrial to wall shelving and everything in between. We've rounded up ten of our top shelving posts into one easy shopping guide. Read, set, shelving! More

When it comes to making a closet as efficient as possible, the right shelving can make all the difference. The Container Store's Elfa Shelving is a well-known system but Home Depot, Lowe's and IKEA all offer similar options. On a recent Sunday afternoon I visited all four stores to shop for closet systems so I could compare the shopping experiences. More

A clean, organized, and well-lit home work space is a must. And what better time to tackle this issue in your home than the fresh start of a new year! Many of us don't have the luxury of a separate home office or studio, but that doesn't mean we can't create a healthy environment for working at home. Even if you don't work from home, carving out a space for productivity is important and a smart way focus on specific tasks without distraction. More

Sometimes I think that no matter how large my closet, I'll always have more clothes than storage space. If you know what I'm talking about it, perhaps one of these space saving hangers will be just the solution. More