A shoe rack is a furniture which is often found by the door mat in the entryway of houses, and serves a function to keep shoes organized. Often it is placed near a hat shelf, [1] a hatstand, wardrobe rail, or hook rack where clothes for outdoor use can be hung. Some shoe racks also serve as a bench where persons may sit while taking on their shoes.
A well known designer of shoe racks was Gunnar Bolin from Sweden. [2] IKEA has sold shoe racks since at least 1950. [3]