It is a fantastic and convenient addition to our bedroom. I am drastically limited by Parkinson's Disease. For someone who has always been super independent this has been an adjustment both physically and rnentally.  I am constantly watching for solutions that will allow me to do for myself whatever I can. One aggravation that has persisted has been the challenge of explaining to someone the shoes that I am wanting.  My speech is soft and enunciation is not what I would wish. So too often I have worn shoes that were not my choice fir the day rather than being perceived as demanding or difficult. The shoe storage ottoman has been a WONDERFUL addition to our home.  I can select whatever shoes I am wanting. I even store my socks in a couple of pockets. Independence even in small ways is a wonderful step.