30 Black-Owned Shoe Brands With Options You'll Absolutely Love
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It's one of life's biggest questions: Can you ever have enough stylish footwear? Warmer weather calls for flats, sandals or slides, while go-to picks for colder months are everything from sneakers to knee-high boots. If you're eager to upgrade your collection, look no further than this list of the best Black-owned shoe brands to shop right now.
While you might already be familiar with Telfar, Heron Preston and Brother Vellies, there are many other talented Black shoe designers stepping into the space with creative, long-lasting styles you'll absolutely love. Some of the brands, like Loci and Armando Cabral, are unisex, while others such as Chelsea Paris, Salone Monet and Rebecca Allen are especially for women. Prices vary per brand, with some affordable options as low as $55. You can find loafers, clogs, high heels, kitten heels, mules, hiking boots and much more.
We hope you take some time to browse these impressive shoe brands. Or, keep them on your radar to shop now and year-round. While you're at it, check out our list of 100 Black-owned businesses to shop now and forever, along with these affordable and luxurious Black-owned jewelry brands with timeless pieces for any occasion.
You'll find edgy black pumps, comfortable (but playful) flats, and leather ankle booties that are perfect for daytime or a night out. Founder Tiannia Barnes uses her background in engineering to design her luxury footwear for the multi-faceted woman — aka someone who is "looking for pieces that are functional and elegant."
Price Range: $200 - $400
With shoes for both men and women, Vinny's offers loafers, mules and lace-ups that can be worn anywhere, for any occasion. Go with a classic black loafer or spruce up your wardrobe with their almond-toe penny loafer in cream, brown or green.
Price Range: $235 - $380
Tennis players and aspiring athletes will appreciate K-Swiss' line of lightweight, comfortable and professional-grade tennis shoes. The founders, Art and Ernie Brunner, are brothers who are passionate about tennis and entrepreneurship. Shop the brand for court style, court performance and court fitness footwear for men, women and kids.
Price Range: $55 - $140
Described as both sophisticated and street-smart, Sunni Sunni offers footwear that can be worn daily, along with more unique designs that you'll want to reserve for a special night out. Their Blutcher Split Runner is one of their trendiest options, especially since it's made with upcycled leather and textiles.
Price Range: $400 - $960
More than a few people own an iconic Telfar shopping bag. But we can't overlook their line of shoes, too! These unisex jelly pairs come in black, pink and brown. And if you want something that features their popular logo, their loafers and boots have their signature embossed logo handles.
Price Range: $100 - $770
Looking for a short heel that's comfortable to wear all day? Consider Rebecca Allen's block mules. They come in black and two different beige shades. You'll even find sandals, flats, mules and pumps.
Price Range: $99 - $235
Colorful heels and plush slippers aren't the only footwear options available at Arch. In fact, their mules are fabulous picks and come in three fun colors: tropic, cactus and blush. We're sold on the Western flare heel!
Price Range: $80 - $160
At Chelsea Paris, a simple loafer gets a stylish upgrade with the addition of a block heel and an eye-catching silver chain. Even their mules were given a stunning twist with an easy-to-wear flared heel and vibrant design.
Price Range: $200 - $450
Kahmune is a go-to for "nude" shoes. The extensive collection of pumps, sandals and flats come in various shades based on skin tones from all over the world. What's more, all of the designs are made of 100% genuine Italian Nappa leather that's durable and comfortable to the touch.
Price Range: $135 - $395
Founder Brittney Perry brings us genderless sneakers for every style. All of the "Prelude" sneakers are handmade using premium Nappa cow leather, while the "Premeira runners" feature smooth leather and a bungee cord heel tab.
Here's a brand that's all about making a statement. The Stellar collection features heeled sandals with mesh detailing and stunning crystal chains, while the Dimante collection features elegant pumps and mules — each designed with a pretty bow at the front.
Price Range: $340 - $740
Chic, elegant and classy is the perfect way to describe this brand's designs. Inspired by a loafer style, the Charlene shoes, which also come in white and red, have playful tassels and flaps that can be worn up or down, depending on your mood. The other shoes in the line, such as Angie, have intricate pleats that can turn any casual look into a stunning statement.
Price Range: $300 - $495
In addition to this vibrant fuchsia shade, these chic and glittery mules come in three other colors. And they're not the only stunners that are part of the Hanifa brand. You can also take your pick of knee-high Zoe boots, padded slides and hand-beaded sandals with a translucent heel.
Price Range: $200 - $560
Founder Emmanuel Eribo's footwear brand is all about ethical fashion. Shop a range of unique and recycled sneakers for men and women. They're made of recycled ocean plastic, bamboo, natural cork and recycled brass eyelets.
Price Range: $185 - $245
Cool sneakers, moulded sliders and fur stilettos and pumps are popular picks on Heron Preston's site. The square-toe slides are great for running errands during the day, while you can make a statement at night with their faux fur stiletto boots.
Price Range: $205 - $1,055
A gorgeous pair of thong sandals in gold, silver, fuchsia or blue is a must-have, and Bydose has the perfect options for any occasion. According to the website, the founder, Diana Dube, launched the brand in 2019 to "shift the painful narrative of enduring long hard hours wearing heels." This meant creating styles that are long-lasting, versatile and bold.
Price Range: $213 - $311
You can't go wrong purchasing a pair of Confetti's furry slides for indoors. They're made with a plush footbed and feature gripped rubber soles to prevent sliding. These leopard print picks are the only patterned designs, while the others come in monochrome colors, such as blue, yellow, pink, black and burgundy.
Price Range: $42 - $130
If you prioritize quality, you'd be delighted to know that all of J.J. Gray's unisex shoes are made from calfskin leather. There are three colors in the Arthur collection, seen here, with other styles being their Luther riding boots (elegant takes on rugged field boots), the Edgar boots (modern equestrian boots) and the Peter boots (with simple twists inspired by the go-to military boots).
Price Range: $350 - $1,100
Here's a brand for sneaker enthusiasts looking for the perfect opportunity to expand their collection. Brand Black offers fashion and performance-based sneakers, and slides featuring polyurethane at the bottom for maximum comfort. The founder, David Raysse, was previously the lead designer at FILA and served as the Director of Basketball at Adidas, so you're sure to find a pair worthy of a sporty day outdoors.
Price Range: $65 - $280
You'll find boots, booties, flats, pumps, platforms, wedges — you name it! Founder Aminah Abduljillil took inspiration from her background as a professional dancer to create unique, modern and feminine designs for women in any industry. The flats are made of satin with a leather lining and sole, and the gorgeous jewels on the ankle straps are the perfect finishing touch.
Price Range: $395 - $998
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