Do You Have a Shoe Addiction?

According to Psychology Today, “many adult women confess to having an obsession with shoes. Similarly, an increasing number of teenage boys are passionate about athletic sneakers and accrue large collections of them, even some that are custom-made for hundreds of dollars. Adults of both genders have been known to have shoe fetishes, and to feel an attraction to the smell and shape of shoes themselves. The modern high heel, frequently uncomfortable and distorting for a normal foot, has long been regarded as the ultimate item of worship for designers and style icons, an artwork in its own right.”

Whether you see shoes as a status symbol, a way to show off your personal style, or just an item of apparel that you’re happy to see on your feet and in your closet, you’re hardly alone if you have a sizable shoe collection. Experts say women on average own about 20 pairs of shoes each, while men tend to own about half that.

How to Tell if You Have a Shoe Addiction

Are you wondering if you fall in the definition of having a shoe addiction? If you can say yes to a majority of these questions, you may have the affliction.

1. You plan your outfit with your shoes selected first.
2. You own the same pair of shoes but in multiple colors.
3. When you travel, you need an extra suitcase or bag for your shoes.
4. Each month or paycheck, the first thing you buy is a pair of shoes.
5. You regularly hear “another pair of shoes – don’t you have enough” from people that know you well.
6. It is a great day when someone compliments your shoes.
7. You do a happy dance when there is a clearance sale for shoes in your size.
8. You know what the term “sample sale” means at the designer shoe stores.
9. You get emotional just thinking of having to say goodbye to ANY of your shoes.
10. Nothing gives you the high that a new pair of shoes does.
11. You can’t even count how many shoes you own.
12. You have to hide a new shoe purchase when you come home so your significant other doesn’t see it.
13. You purchase new shoes for each season EVERY year.
14. The first thing you notice about a person is the type of shoe they are wearing.
15. You watch the pre-show of the Academy Awards, Oscars, Grammys, and Golden Globes to see what new shoes the stars are wearing on the red carpet.

Shoe Quotes

You are in good company if shoes get your attention. See what the world is saying about shoes.

• “Give a girl the right shoes, and she can conquer the world.” – Marilyn Monroe
• “I’ve got big shoes to fill.” – Andrew Jackson
• “I still have my feet on the ground; I just wear better shoes.” – Oprah Winfrey
• “It’s a habit of mine now, noticing labels, logos, shoes.” – Michael Jordan
• “Shoes transform your body language and attitude. They lift you physically and emotionally.” – Christian Louboutin
• “The right shoe can make everything different.” – Jimmy Choo
• “For me, that’s one of the great indulgences in life – a hand-tailored suit, and a great pair of handmade shoes.” – Hugh Jackman

Elvis Presley seemed to really like shoes. He wrote several songs memorializing them. Here are his YouTube videos if you want to hear him singing about shoes:

• “Walk a mile in my shoes” waswritten by Joe South
• “Blue suede shoes” was written by Carl Perkins

Should you get help?

Yes, we recommend that you get some help. At Southern Closet Systems, we say, “Keep all the shoes that make you happy!” We can help you organize your closet space to fit more of those stunning shoes and to find them each day as you are dreaming up your awesome outfit.

Our Approach to Shoe Addiction

Southern Closet Systems has 40 years of experience designing and installing custom closet solutions for homeowners throughout the Tampa Bay area, and many of our customers have a particular affinity for shoes. Are you envisioning a floor-to-ceiling shoe cabinet with open shelves and lighting that not only organizes your footwear but puts it on glorious display? Or maybe you want something less elaborate that will help your kids keep their shoes where they can find them quickly for school or soccer practice. No matter what type of shoe closet or organization system you have in mind, we have many solutions and can consult with you about what works best in your space.

When you entrust your shoe closet needs to us, you’ll receive time-saving organization services because we’ll take a look at your closet space and:

• Select shelving or cabinetry styles that will be custom-manufactured for a precision fit and accommodate your closet’s special features (like that attic door in the top right corner)
• Consider your aesthetic tastes while also helping you meet your needs for storage and functionality
• Expertly and efficiently install your closet organization system with minimal disruption to your household routine

What’s more, we’ll back our workmanship with a 10-year warranty, which you’ll be hard-pressed to get from any other custom closet company serving the Tampa Bay area.

Want to work with the best closet company in Tampa Bay? A company that stands out for its top-caliber results and excellent customer reviews? Then, you’ve come to the right place: Southern Closet Systems.

Contact Us

In business since 1983, Southern Closet Systems was the first custom closet company ever to serve the Tampa area. From our factory and showroom in Odessa, Florida, we’ve assisted thousands of clients from Crystal River to Tierra Verde with our custom closet designs, storage cabinets, shelving, and other accessories.

Contact us today to tell us about your needs for a shoe closet or other closet organization system. Or give us a call to make an appointment at 727-447-7227 (in Pinellas), 813-926-9348 (in Pasco) and 813-855-2255 (in Hillsborough), or send us an email.