Take stock before adding
Lay out the pairs you actually wear and note what you like about them. Fit, colour, care and the way they work with your clothes can tell you more than the release name. A pair you rarely choose may reveal a gap in styling rather than a need for something new.
Give each pair a purpose
Think in situations instead of an ideal number of shoes. Your week might call for a casual everyday pair, appropriate activity footwear and something that changes the feel of an evening outfit. Those roles can overlap, and they will be different for different people.
Make care easy to repeat
Keep suitable tools available and follow the material-specific instructions. Store shoes clean and dry in conditions recommended by their maker. A manageable routine is more useful than an elaborate one you never carry out.