It would be pretty cool if you could have the shields (or even swords) in a character slot type menu.
This would be a cool feature because then you don't have to dig for the name if you forget it, and you can change your shield/sword when you're using a certain character slot.
(Sometimes I want to change my outfit but I want a specific sword/shield and don't remember the code :/)
Perhaps it could include saving whatever shield you're wearing, and you could buy more slots at Taylor Richards.