An old-fashioned laundry chute is the ultimate household convenience, but if you lack such a luxury, here are 10 standout laundry hampers that will do the trick.

Above: The Hawkins New York is $225.
Above: A daily workhouse singled out in the Remodelista 100 (see our book, ), the is $142.95 at Steele.
Above: The , shown in Black Linen, comes in a range of colors; $285.
Above: A riff off the Steele classic, the Laundress is the ultimate large bin on wheels with the convenience of a table top; $150 at The Laundress.
Above: The is $239.99 NZD at A&C Homestore in New Zealand.
Above: The is $59 at Pottery Barn.
Above: From Serena & Lily, the is $448.
Above: The are $178 at Food52.
Above: The has a folding wooden frame that is easily stored when not in use; $179 at Connox in the UK.
Above: The special design of at Rejuvenation is $175 for a single bin.
Above: The is $100 at Design Within Reach.

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N.B.: This post was originally published on February 19, 2008. We have updated it with new and additional product selections and current pricing.