Chinese homes typically expect shoes off at the door, so a
鞋柜 is a near-universal piece of
玄关 (entryway) furniture — often combined with a small bench (
换鞋凳) and a
穿衣镜 (full-length mirror). Open shoe racks (
鞋架) exist but enclosed
鞋柜 are preferred to keep dust and smells contained.
