Stuff Socks Inside Shoes to Save Space

The Problem

Shoes take up huge suitcase space with hollow interiors going to waste.

The Hack

Before packing, stuff each shoe with rolled socks, underwear, chargers, or small items. Then pack the shoes.

Why It Works

Shoes have rigid shapes that can't be compressed. Filling the interior uses space that would otherwise be air — effectively packing two items in the footprint of one.

Pro Tips

• Socks and underwear are perfect shoe stuffers
• Small electronics: chargers, earbuds, adapters
• Belt coiled inside a shoe
• Sunglasses case fits perfectly inside many shoes