It seems as though congratulations are in order because Blake Lively is pregnant again! While this leading lady is known for producing some of the most adorable kids under the sun, she’s also known for rocking everything she puts on her body. Yes, there’s no doubt about the fact that Blake learned a huge amount from Serena Van Der Woodsen, as she’s now the ultimate fashionista. Although we’ll be seeing her rock the red carpet in maternity clothes in the coming months, Blake has worn some of the coolest clothes over the years. But did you know that she once wore a certain brand on the red carpet and pretended it was vintage?

A Transformation

Although Blake Lively made her acting debut in the late ‘90s, there’s no doubt about the fact that the ‘00s thrust her even further into the limelight. Her impressive acting talent, her long locks, and her impressive fashion sense allowed her the chance to star in shows and movies such as Gossip Girl and The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants. As she took on each role, it was clear to see that Blake had undergone a transformation. Each year she became even more beautiful and stylish, and she hasn’t stopped since.

Doing It Herself

Considering she’s one of the most famous women in the world, you would probably expect this beauty to work with all kinds of stylists and designers. However, that just isn’t the case. Blake chooses not to use stylists when it comes to her clothing because she believes that it is a form of self-expression – so why would she get someone else to express herself for her? Because of this, she has often walked the red carpet in branded clothing. For one of her first red carpet events, she actually wore a Forever 21 dress. This choice didn’t go down well with critics and stylists, so she eventually just decided to tell everyone that it was vintage!

There’s no doubt about the fact that Blake can now afford designer clothing if she wanted to, but we can’t help but wonder if she still wears clothes off the rack?

Coming home after a long day to relax — only to trip over a pile of shoes just inside the door — can make anyone want to tear out their hair. Shoes take up lots of space, and it can be difficult to store them. However, dozens of innovative moms have taken on the challenge to organize their family’s shoes once and for all.

Getting shoes off the floor while keeping them organized with a place of their own? Yes, please! All you have to do is find some plastic hooks that stick or suction on to the wall.

Line up as many as you need for the shoes you intend to organize. You could make a wall full of shoes in your closet, or even just an easy solution for the pairs that routinely clog up your house’s entryway.

Don’t throw away that old dresser just yet. You can easily repurpose a drawer you don’t use anymore as a shabby chic way to hide away your family’s shoes. Add a fresh coat of paint, perhaps some new pull fixtures, and attach some casters beneath.

That way, you can easily fill your new storage system with shoes as you enter the house — and then tuck it away beneath an entryway bench. This is a perfect DIY upcycle project everyone can help with.

Sometimes, even the dedicated space you have for shoe storage isn’t quite enough to keep everything neat and organized. But you can easily craft a customized set of shelves for as many shoes as you need to store with a few two-by-fours and some nails.

Simply measure your shoe storage space, then get the wood cut for you at your local lumber and hardware store. With this special unit, your shoes will never again go astray.

Stop — before you recycle the cardboard from the shipping boxes your packages were delivered in, reuse the cardboard into an innovative and attractive shoe organizer!

All you have to do is cut pieces of cardboard to the size you need to store your shoes. Then, using duct tape, secure the strip of cardboard into a triangular cylinder. Stack the triangles to make your shoe storage. You can even paint the cardboard to match your home decor.

Everyone loves a good do-it-yourself project — especially when the outcome is as beautiful and rustic as this shoe storage solution. You’re likely to find old milk crates that people are trying to get rid of on social media sites or even on curbs or in alleyways.

Stain the crates you find to match your home decor, then attach the crates using adhesive or nails. This handsome statement piece will store your shoes and look great while doing so.

If you recently upgraded your family’s ladder from an old wooden one, this is the shoe storage project for you. Now that you don’t have to worry about splinters anymore, you can repurpose your old ladder into a shoe storage system.

The finished product is both farmhouse elegance and resourceful style. All you have to do is sand down the ladder, paint it the color you want, and position it in your closet or entryway. You can even drape scarves and other belongings on each step.

You may be familiar with using an ottoman or a repurposed bench to store things like cushions and throw blankets. But there’s nothing stopping you from taking an old bench destined for the donation pile and transforming it into a storage center for your family’s shoes.

Revamping an old bench or furniture piece can be an involved process, but the reward is well worth the work. You can reupholster the top to breathe new life into the piece, then add pull-out drawers beneath to hide away shoes.

Rainy days may keep some people indoors, but you and your family know the joy of going out and splashing in the puddles. However, when it’s time to come inside and dry off, it can be impossible keeping people from tracking mud throughout the house.

That’s where this muddy boot storage comes in handy. By drilling holes in a plank of wood, then using wooden dowels to attach PVC pipes to the plank, you can designate a dry spot out of the way for your family to store their boots.

Tension rods have more uses than just holding your shower curtain in place over your tub. You can deploy these in your closet — or whatever space you choose — as an effective and highly affordable solution to the shoe storage you need.

Two or three tension rods are all you need to utilize previously unusable nooks and crannies, maximizing on the storage space that exists in your house while organizing your shoes in a way where you can find them.

Nothing screams that you have an active lifestyle more than if you keep your shoe storage on wheels. Wooden crates purchased from the craft store or secondhand shop — or even salvaged from the trash — take center stage in this upcycling project that will transform the way you store your shoes.

You can paint your crates whatever color you choose, and embellish them with brass details, patterns, and hardware. The final step is to attach casters so you can easily move your shoe storage around.

Wooden pallets are used in so many DIY projects because they are so readily available. All you need to do is stake out a high-traffic dumpster outside of a grocery store or retailer. Perfectly good wooden pallets are often thrown out as soon as they have served their purpose.

Even if one is damaged, you can easily salvage the wood to make your own shoe storage bench. Your family can sit on the bench while getting their shoes out from underneath, making this project both fun and functional.

In big cities, space inside an apartment or condo can be at a premium. Even if you don’t live in a snug space, utilizing a forgotten corner is a perfect way to add valuable storage space. Use the corner to construct a corner shelving unit.

You can use whatever you have on hand, such as old staircase spindles, or even PVC or other plumbing piping. You can dress this unit up or down depending on your home decor and style preferences. It will be the perfect place to store your everyday shoes as soon as you get home.

Finding fun and creative ways to store your family’s shoes is something every member can enjoy — especially with this hands-on project. Using just a baking sheet and rocks and pebbles you can gather in the great outdoors, you can make an easy shoe storage perfect for wet and muddy boots.

Once you’ve gathered enough rocks to cover the bottom of the pan, use your favorite adhesive to attach the rocks to the pan. That’s it — you’re done! Keep this natural conversation piece clean by rinsing whenever necessary.

Just because you need shoe storage doesn’t mean that you have to resign yourself to boring shoe racks or cubbies. If you use your imagination, anything can be a viable shoe storage station — including a repurposed baker’s rack.

Instead of holding fresh breads and treats, a baker’s rack can be a stylish and simple way for your to store your shoes. Customize the look of the unit to your desire. You can spray paint over the existing finish or even use markers and foam board or fabric to make it personal.

If you need a solution for the mound of shoes in your closet, consider going the distance when it comes to organizing by using plastic boxes. You’ll keep each pair in its place while protecting your investments from dust and scuffs.

To maximize the efficiency of your shoe storage, you can even take pictures of your shoes and attach them to the ends of the boxes so you can easily see what’s inside each one.

Sometimes, help for organizing your shoes can come in the most unlikely of places. Did you know you could use leftover, discounted, or ordinary cabinet pulls to organize your shoes?

All you need to do to take your closet space to new heights is mount a series of cabinet pulls in whatever style you choose to a plank of wood cut to fit the storage space you need. Include as many cabinet pulls as you desire to get your shoes off the pile on the ground — and reclaim your space!

Each pair of your shoes can be nostalgic, filled with the memories of all the times you were wearing them. Whether you made memories at a special event or met someone special on an otherwise uneventful day, you should strive to care for your shoes and organize them in a way that makes sense to you.

This innovative and creative shoe organization project utilizes wooden crates screwed into the walls, making shadowboxes you can store your shoes in and on.

Flip-flops are ubiquitous comfort shoes — perfect in the summer, and ideal for running out to check the mail, water the lawn, or doing chores. Some people even use flip-flops as slippers inside their home. If you have a large flip-flop collection, however, you may realize just how difficult it can be to organize them in a mannerly way.

In a worst case scenario, you may not be able to find matching pairs easily in your closet. However, by measuring and constructing your own sectional storage box, you can easily slip your flip-flops into the spaces they belong.

Sometimes, you may want to put your own spin on things. After all, if you’ve invested time and effort into crafting your own customized shoe rack, you may be more likely to organize your shoes in the first place.

Follow your own heart when it comes to the construction process, or seek out a design you like online. Once you’ve made the measurements and pieced everything together, you have a beautiful statement piece that has both excellent form and superior function.

Let’s face it: You’re busy, and you don’t have a ton of time to make your house perfect before guests stop by. These shoe storage boxes on wheels are the most convenient solution to organizing your family’s shoes — or at least getting them out of the doorway when company comes calling.

Simply customize a wooden crate you picked up from a craft store or salvaged from the trash pile by painting it and attaching wheels to the bottom. That way, you can easily wheel the box of your shoes under a side table, straightening your space instantly.

There’s no reason that shoe storage has to be stuffy. You can proudly display a statement piece of furniture that looks great. Hardly anyone will be able to guess that it exists as more than just decoration. Your shoe storage can be beautiful while still serving a purpose.

In this project, you can upcycle a thrift find in the form of a cabinet. Once you get your bargain home, adapt it to your style with a coat of paint. Save the shelf for decorative items. Use the doors to stow your family’s shoe collection instead of letting them accumulate by the door.

Your options for shoe storage are endless, especially when you are willing to DIY your own storage and organization solutions. Are you interested in stowing your shoes away somewhere you won’t be able to see them? Think about constructing your very own bench made from repurposed pallet wood.

In the space beneath, add a wicker basket in a complementary color that will effectively secure and organize the shoes you use every day. The bench doubles as a place to tie your sneakers!

If you love the industrial look in home decor, you’re not alone. More and more these days, homeowners and interior designers are incorporating dark wood and exposed metal pipes in furnishings and decor. Embrace the trend by constructing a shoe rack made out of industrial-looking parts.

You can find metal piping at any home improvement store, and you can refurbish old wood or stain new wood to match the look. This shoe rack will look great in your entryway!

One of the best ways to get the most out of furniture is to repurpose gorgeous pieces that may not have a good use anymore. That can be true of entertainment systems that are no longer in regular use.

Instead of hauling it away, make it work for you in other areas — like concealing and organizing your family’s shoes. By making a few DIY adjustments when it comes to shelving and enhancements, you can make a handsome piece that people will be sure to ask you about.

Are you ready to take on a more advanced project to help organize your shoes? This gorgeous foyer bench doubles as a piece of furniture you will be proud to showcase in the most important room of your home: the entryway. What you put in the foyer impacts the first impression all of your guests have of your house.

That’s why it’s important to keep the clutter out and usher in a purposeful but beautiful organization. Take your time in selecting the materials, measuring, cutting, and assembling. The end result speaks volumes!

Ready for a truly innovative shoe storage solution? Repurpose old skateboards as wall shelving in this delightful project. This kind of shoe storage is perfect for athletes, skating enthusiasts, or anyone else who wants to make a fun splash in their home decor.

Simply attach the skateboards to the walls using brackets. You can control how many shelves you install — and how tall each shelf is. This is an ideal solution for sneaker heads.

Done with those paint cans after a home improvement project? Don’t toss them just yet. This delightful shoe organization DIY utilizes empty paint cans as a way of separating each family member’s shoes while keeping the pairs together in an interesting and eye-catching way.

You can paint your paint cans any way you’d like, hanging them beneath existing shelving or directly onto a wall. You can also pair this with a pallet reclamation, using the space between slats to store additional shoes.

Industrial and minimalist decor are in — in a big way. If you’re looking for an easy DIY shoe storage project that adds style to your home and elevates your storage game, look no further.

By using simple copper piping you can find at any plumbing or hardware supply store — as well as attachments — you can construct your own copper pipe floating shoe rack. This rack will look beautiful just at the entryway of your home. You can be sure that any guests will want to know just where you got it!

To each their own! That’s what your family will love about this simple shoe organization fix. Especially if you have a big family, you’ll know right away the struggle of keeping everyone’s shoes separated, organized, and most importantly, put away.

Add some gorgeous seating in the form of a bench in your foyer, and you’ll have a sweet place for everyone to put on their shoes before leaving the house. Each basket can hold your family member’s shoes, and you can identify the basket with a simple nameplate.

Create cozy caddies for each of your pairs of shoes with this simple DIY project. Simply purchase wide PVC pipes at your local home improvement store, cut to size, and attach. This free-standing shoe organizer looks interesting and industrial.

It is also endlessly customizable based on what shape you adhere each caddy together into — as well as how you decorate the exterior of the pipes. Use contact paper or paint to make this storage system your own.

If you can’t find the storage furniture or solution for your family’s shoes, why not craft it yourself? By carefully following directions, you can make a piece of storage furniture that you will be proud to use and display in your home.

All you need to do is measure the space where you’re going to place it, purchase and size the materials, and put it all together. The color and style is up to you and your requirements. Have more boots? Build taller shelves. Otherwise, you can arrange rows of lovely short shelves to organize your family’s shoes.

Spinning displays are seen everywhere for a reason — they’re a convenient and efficient way to store, organize, and display as many items as possible without overwhelming a viewer. If you can have that kind of efficiency in your home, why not?

This woodworking project is a great way to become more advanced in your DIY projects. Measuring and cutting accurately is key as you assemble this spinning display, which will be a great addition to your room or closet.

For horse lovers, cowboys at heart, and anyone who loves country living, this horseshoe shoe rack is a great way to embrace your passions. This project utilizes real horseshoes as a way to secure every pair of boots your family owns.

It would look wonderful in a rustic foyer, or even out in the barn. All you need is some scrap metal, old horseshoes, and a little welding experience. Even without the welding, a strong enough adhesive would work wonders.

Utilize the power of suction in your shoe organization project by repurposing storage bins that stick onto mirrors, doors, and other surfaces. These suction cup storage bins are most often used for kitchen and restroom organization, but there’s no reason why you shouldn’t be able to use them to get your shoes up off the floor and in a space where they won’t get in the way anymore.

Simply cut out the bottom of each bin and slip your shoes through the new holes.

There’s no reason for you to throw out your shoeboxes — especially when they can serve the dual purpose of storing the shoes that came in them while being outrageously glamorous thanks to a few embellishments. You can elevate your shoe storage game by wrapping existing shoe boxes in patterned contact paper.

Then, simply attach a cabinet pull or other hardware as a way to make a statement — and help you pull the box from your closet. Your closet will look like it was professionally designed once you’re done!

Do you want your closet to look like a chic retailer — airy and beautiful and built to display the shoes you so proudly own? This project will give you the shoe storage system of your dreams! All you have to do is install shelves on the slant — the perfect way to keep your does perfectly organized and aesthetically pleasing even when you aren’t wearing them.

Perfect for both flats and heels, you will be able to see the entirety of your shoe with the sloped plane of the shelf. A piece of crown molding holds each pair in place.

Is your door working for you? It can be pulling double duty as a way to partition off rooms in your house — as well as storing your shoes. Shoes can be a challenge to store properly, but an over-the-door hanging bag with individual slots for shoes can be a lifesaver.

This storage system takes up virtually no space, allowing the door to open and shut as usual. You can pick hanging shoe bags in a variety of colors and styles to suit your needs and aesthetic.

Finding the right amount of space for all of your shoes can be a challenge. But if you know where to look, you can find all the space you need — on the ceiling! Chances are, you don’t have anything cluttering the ceiling in your closet. This is all you need to display your heels in a fun — and organized — way.

All you need to do is add a few lengths of crown molding close to the ceiling. By resting the heel portion of your dress shoes on the molding, you can secure the shoes — and make an impressive display!

Sometimes, you just have to think outside the box and use what you already have for the most effective shoe storage. You can take advantage of the molding that usually holds shelves in your closet to organize and display your high heels in an attractive manner.

No molding in your closet? Not to worry. This project is easy enough for beginners but effective enough to provide a long-lasting solution. Simply purchase some crown molding, cut to size, and hang in your closet.

You love your shoes, and you’re not alone. Many women purchase shoes as statement pieces, and these wardrobe items become just as important as a beautiful necklace or the way they do their makeup. Sure, shoe organization is essential — but nobody said you had to hide your gorgeous heels away in a closet.

Embrace how magnificent your shoes are by making them front and center in an artistic organizational display. Spray paint several pieces of crown molding in a memorable color like emerald green, and then hang your heels on them. This is truly a way to make a statement!

Storing your shoes in an organized way can be tricky enough without the added challenges of messy, wet, muddy boots from rainy or snowy weather. Keep all the dirt in one place — and your shoes organized — with this pebbly boot station.

This project is ripe for customization. You can use an existing tray or frame, or you can create your own with custom measurements and materials. Source your pebbles locally, or pick up a bag at a landscaping retailer. With a little adhesive and grout, you can make an attractive shoe storage option in a day.

Shoes and clutter are just a part of everyday life — especially if your family is active with extracurriculars and other pastimes. Embrace the business with eye-catching organizational solutions like this hanging shoe and belonging organizer.

All you need are coat hangers that you can install in any wall or on any surface. Then, just attach hanging baskets of any type — perfect for organizing athletic shoes and getting messes up off the floor. This is a great system for empowering young children to pick up, too.

Get your flats and sandals organized by using a cheap and plentiful material: hangers. Simple wire hangers available at nearly all discount stores can be reshaped to keep your pairs of shoes together and displayed in a way that you always know where everything is.

String some wire or decorative rope on some unused wall space in your closet before using pliers to shape the hangers to suspend your shoes from the floor. You can store more shoes than ever before!

It can be hard to find a shoe storage option that looks modern and enticing. If you’d rather not clog your entryway with baskets and heavy furniture, these floating shelves organize your sneakers, get them off the floor, and make them into an interesting work of art.

The sneakers themselves look like they’re about to hop off the shelf and onto your feet. The low profile is the perfect minimalist solution to shoe storage that your family will love.

Is there a lot of wasted space in your closet? With the right tools and a little creativity, you can reimagine the bare walls of your closet into a high heel storage station. You can make this project as simple or as elaborate as your storage needs require.

After measuring the space and cutting them to fit, you can hang the dowel rods using screw-in hooks. Your high heels easily hook on to the dowels for storage. To elevate the space even further, frame it off using wood pieces and a pleasing fabric.