Is there anything that drags a well-designed entryway down quite like a heap of creased boots abandoned by the front door? We don't think so.
That's where these discreet boot stuffers from Wayfair come in to help make your winter boots an entryway feature, rather than one of the things making an entryway look cluttered.
How Discreet Boot-Shapers Save Entryway Aesthetics
These shapers help your boots retain their shape, preventing creases and peeling leather, while also helping to get rid of unpleasant odors without harsh chemicals or synthetic fragrances.
Unlike unruly boot stands that shoes can easily fall from, boot stuffers from Wayfair are a discreet alternative to keep your boots in near-new shape without sacrificing your stylish entryway ideas. They actively make your best winter boots a stylish feature of your home's entrance, rather than contributing to clutter.
'Incorporating your functional pieces as decor is an easy tip to make your entryway more beautiful for fall without detracting from its functionality,' explains Charlotte Olby, Homes & Garden's style and trends editor. 'Stuffing boots to stand proudly beside your entryway furniture adds a subtle seasonal touch reminiscent of the cozy English country style that won't get in the way when you are welcoming your holiday guests.'
Unlike other boot shapers, these solid wood and canvas boot stuffers are made from aromatic red cedar wood – one of the best natural deodorizers for homes. Adding in these subtle odor-eliminators to key hotspots is one of the simple things people with a nice-smelling entryway always do to make this opening space more welcoming.
As a hygroscopic wood, red cedar absorbs moisture from your shoes to help tackle odors. Thanks to its natural oils, cedar wood is more resistant to water damage and warping than other woods. As a result, it can absorb excess moisture from the inside of boots to rebalance humidity levels and help to prevent mold or mildew from forming in your boots. They're a lifesaver for entryways without heating.
Correct storage makes your favorite boots look like a stylish feature, not clutter.
Better still, cedar is one of the top non-toxic pest control essentials, too, keeping bugs from burrowing into your footwear for hibernation while creating a non-toxic home.
Jade Piper, operations manager at BetterCleans, always recommends cedar for shoe and clothes storage, adding that they are useful across your entryway storage as a non-toxic alternative to mothballs.
She shares, 'Beyond the nice scent, cedar repels pests. Drop some into your clothing drawers, stash a few inside your shoe rack, line a couple inside your under-bed storage bins, or even place them near your hamper if it tends to get humid.'
To keep your boot stuffers fresh, Jade also recommends refreshing the scent every few months with a bit of cedar oil, available at Walmart.
What to Shop
These shapers help your boots retain their shape and get rid of unpleasant odors without harsh chemicals.
Keep your boots organized and in shape with this inverted solid wood storage rack. The upside-down storage helps boots air dry while preventing creases and sagging.
The shoe mats feature a 1.25-inch raised lip to contain messes, protect your hardwood, tile, and laminate floors from damage. This extra-large boot tray comes in a set of two, so you can use them both inside and out.
These premium boot shaper inserts are made from aromatic cedar that absorbs moisture and preserves the shaft of your boots. They can also be used as boot stretchers to help make natural leather boots more comfortable.
These smaller boot shapers are ideal for ankle boots and are made from aromatic cedar to prevent odors and pests.
I use a Boot Buddy to freshen up hiking books after a long walk. It has a built-in scraper for tough debris, and a water dispensing brush head for cleaning uppers and brushing away mud. It's perfect for cleaning boots easily and not bringing dirt indoors.
Meet the Experts
Charlotte is the style and trends editor at Homes & Gardens and has been with the team since Christmas 2023. Following a five-year career in Fashion, she found herself working at many women's glossy magazines, including Grazia, Stylist, and Hello! as well as freelance styling. Charlotte was the Interiors Editor and worked behind the scenes on the magic-making at British heritage department store Liberty, before joining Homes & Gardens.
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