I use this for my sandals and flip flops. The product description says it holds 8 pairs, but I have 13 on it. It would not work for heels, but it’s fine for flat soled shoes. Yes, it’s light-weight and not very sturdy, but it’s great for my use. You do have to put some muscle in it to make the slats fit, but I don’t think it will come apart. Some of the gray chalk-like substance did come off, but I just put it together on my kitchen counter, so no problem.