vlexbilling Blog

Black-Owned Shoe Stores You’ll Definitely Fall In Love With

by Han Ho on Mar 27, 2022

Black-Owned Shoe Stores

For me, shoes are one of the most important parts of your outfit. A perfect outfit could not miss a perfect pair of shoes. Let me introduce you Black-owned stores across the US having a lot of fantastic shoes from sneakers to high heels.  

List of Black-Owned Shoe Stores

Union Los Angeles

👟 110 S La Brea Ave Los Angeles, California, 

Born out of the desire to have a place to showcase what the local community of kids were up to with music, art and fashion, as well as being a bridge to unique items from various parts of the world, Union first opened its doors in NYC back in 1989 on Spring Street in Soho. In short, it was the store that represented the fashion side of New York City’s youth and counter culture. 

 

Laced.

👟 4193 Redondo Beach Blvd. Lawndale, CA 90260 

The store’s name is an acronym for “Los Angeles Creates Endless Dreams” and the mentality flows through everything they do. The shop boasts one of the few Nike accounts for a Black-owned biz in the South Bay area, making them the go-to spot for the latest colorways of retro Air Max, Blazers, VaporMax, and the like. 

 

Kendall Miles

👠 Chinatown, Los Angeles, CA 

Kendall Miles was built on the belief that luxury footwear should offer durability, versatility, functionality, and accessibility. Our uniquely crafted, ever-evolving footwear is designed with you in mind. Each collection features timeless wardrobe staples that allow our clients to live boldly while stepping into quality. 

Sneaker Buyers

👟 2603 North Miami Ave Miami, Florida 33127 

WORLDS #1 BUYER 

Keeyahri

👠 Miami, FL. 

Feathers, faux fur, pops of colour, curious shapes, architectural concepts and innovative designs.  Keeyahri is a shoe label focused on building up the confidence of the shoe wearer every step of the way. Founder and Artistic Director Keya Martin, swapped out her corporate career for a more rewarding one in fashion with an emphasis on luxury footwear for the confident woman.

A Ma Maniere

👟 969 Marietta Street NW Unit 200 Atlanta, GA 

With outposts in Atlanta, Houston, and Washington D.C., A Ma Maniere stands as the crown jewel in James Whitner’s footwear conglomerate. The high-end experience starts with the brands in stock—ranging from Saint Laurent and Moncler to Off-White and Fear of God alongside Nike, Jordan, Adidas, etc. 

Source: Instagram  

https://vlexbilling.com/  

https://vlexbilling.com/maniereusa  

https://vlexbilling.com/maniere_usa/?hl=en  

Leaders 1354 

👟 1152, W Madison St, Chicago, IL, 60607 

The Leaders “1354” story was created in 2002 at 1354 E. 53rd Street, the Historical Hyde Park neighborhood, where their vision of selling conscious customers an item that they identified as either art or part of their own story. 

Source: Instagram  

Contacts: 

Website: https://vlexbilling.com/  

Facebook: https://vlexbilling.com/leaderschicago/  

Instagram: https://vlexbilling.com/ldrs1354/  

RSVP Gallery

👟 1753 N. Damen Ave Chicago, IL 60647 

RSVP Gallery, established by Virgil Abloh and Don C in 2009 in Chicago’s Wicker Park neighbourhood, is equal parts luxury boutique and art gallery for a conceptualized retail space. The footwear choices run the gamut of Nike, Off-White, Adidas, and others. The apparel offerings cover all the names necessary to set your Instagram feed on fire: Dior, Mastermind, Martine Rose, and Undercover to list a few. In addition to his collaborative sneakers, the store is part of the legacy of Abloh, who passed away in late 2021 of a rare form of cancer. 

 

SuccezZ

👟 2214 S Michigan Ave. Chicago, IL. 60616 

Taking pride in having the most exclusive selection and superior customer service, it’s guaranteed you will never leave SuccezZ disappointed. For Sneaker Heads, SuccezZ is heaven. Embracing the culture of a world revolved around sneakers and fashion, SuccezZ is not just a boutique. SuccezZ is “A Way of Life Environment.” 

 

Burn Rubber Sneaker Boutique

👟  2022 Burn Rubber. 512 N. Main St., Royal Oak, MI 48067 

The store was featured in the Northwest Airlines Sky Miles Magazine and took the store all over the world thus making it international. The store has also been featured in the “best of” issues of Real Detroit Magazine and The Metro Times, the Lifestyles section of the Detroit News, Vapors Magazine, renowned online fashion magazine Hypebeast.com, Highsnobiety.com, Nicekicks.com, Strictlyfitteds.com, and won WDIV’s Vote for the Best in men’s shoes in 2008. 

 

Puffer Reds

👟 113 W. Michigan Ave. Ypsilanti, MI 48197 

Puffer Reds carries the latest apparel, footwear, and accessories in lifestyle fashion. Puffer Reds dedicates itself to exclusive brands and new releases releases ranging from Nike Quickstrikes, Adidas Originals, Jordan Retro shoes and countless other brand exclusive releases. 

 

Prosper

👟 558 Newark Ave Jersey City, NJ 07306 

Prosper - a lifestyle boutique that draws its name from Jersey City's motto of "Let Jersey Prosper" and its inspiration from the environment and the very people who live here. Featuring an exclusive in-store apparel line built on quality without prohibitive pricing, Prosper aims to be an outlet for quality, a focal point of the Chilltown cultural scene, and an inspiration for the global community. 

 

Brother Vellies

👠  71 Franklin Street Brooklyn, New York 11222 

Brother Vellies was founded in 2013 with the goal of keeping traditional African design practices, and techniques alive while also creating and sustaining artisanal jobs. Now handmade artisanally across the globe, Brother Vellies creates luxury accessories that celebrate cultural histories and timeless design. 

 Source: Instagram  

Bosemans Sneakers

👟 3901 Wrightsville Ave Suite 110 Wilmington, NC 28403 

Boseman’s Shoes’s steeped in more than 66 years of history in the city of Wilmington, North Carolina. Michael Langston took over ownership in 2019 and made sure to carry on the store’s tradition of placing the needs of locals first. In return, the community has held the store down through the ups and downs of recent years. 

 

Sole Classics

👟 846 N. High Street, Columbus, OH 43215 

Since our inception in June of 2006, Sole Classics has become one of the nation’s premier sneaker, apparel and lifestyle shops. They pride themselves in being a full-service sneaker shops, offering a wide range of services to fit all of your footwear needs. 

 

Creme 321

👟  205 Race Street Philadelphia, Pa 19106 

Pusha T’s relevance in the sneaker space goes beyond his Adidas collaborations. The head of G.O.O.D. Music also co-owns Creme 321, a lifestyle boutique brand with locations in Philadelphia and his hometown of Norfolk, Virginia. The list of brands Creme stocks read like the lyrics of one of his song verses: Fear of God, Rhude, Moncler, Visvim, Just Don, and more – and reflect the rapper’s keen tastes for quality stuff. 

 

APB Sneaker + Apparel Boutique

👟 1003 Gervais Street Columbia, SC 29201 

APB falls under the Whitaker Group’s umbrella of businesses with three locations in South Carolina and two in Florida. Loads of brands on deck and all the major releases that make sneakerheads salivate on Saturday mornings.

 

Kicking It ATX

👟 3200 Palm Way #156 Austin Texas 78758 

Hit up Kicking It for a little love from Austin, Texas. They stock the latest releases from Nike, Jordan, adidas, Vans, and more plus a dope selection of matching apparel. Closing in on its second anniversary in October, the place embodies the name: a full-service bar, non-alcoholic beverages for the kiddos, and gaming consoles create a full in-store experience for customers. And Kicking It does their share of good, too, like their recent sneaker donation drive to collect shoes for the homeless. 

 

Sole Lounge

👟 5959 Richmond Ave suite 220 Houston, Tx 77057 

Sole Lounge clothing boutique, located conveniently off I59 and 610, offers Houstonians access to exclusive clothing & shoe brands. The selection of merchandise focuses on today's high-end street wear fashion. 

 

Premiumgoods.

👟 2416 Times Blvd.  Houston, TX 77005 

Established in 2004, PremiumGoods supplies Houstonians with selections beyond the corporate-fed choices seen on the shelves of mall-based chains. The shelves stay stocked with the latest footwear offerings from Nike, Jordan Brand, and Vans, along with apparel and art to create a well-rounded shopping experience. 

 

CLICKS

👟 1916 E Capital Drive Shorewood, WI 53211 

With CLICKS being a living and breathing place you can go, you not only see it, but you live and feel the powerful and positive impact on the world that was created when adidas and Hip-Hop united! Clicks is what happens what you feel something real and powerful. 

 

Sneex

👟 316 N Milwaukee St. STE 101, Milwaukee, WI 53202, USA 

Upscale sneaker and clothing boutique in downtown Milwaukee’s Historic Third Ward offering products for men, women and children. 

 

Salone Monet

👢 Online shop  

Salone Monet is a colour inclusive nude shoe company where beauty is defined by the individual. Our creative approach is simple: celebrate the wearer. The results are a category founding premium shoes offering colour equity for all shades.

 

Chelsea Paris

👢 Online shop  

In 2012, designer Theresa Ebagua’s vision for luxury footwear inspired by her African heritage was brought to life—and Chelsea Paris was born. Named for the designer’s daughters, Chelsea Paris is the embodiment of diverse creativity, global perspective and timeless luxury.  European craftsmanship is seamlessly fused with Ebagua's African-inspired designs, colors and prints. Chelsea Paris footwear is built for conscientious free spirits who refuse to compromise. 

 
Source: Instagram  

Aminah Abdul Jillil

👠 Online shop  

AMINAH ABDUL JILLIL is a Luxury Shoe Brand launched in August 2012. Aminah's shoes are known for a bold yet feminine design aesthetic that has led to Global Distribution in over 50 countries. 

 
Source: Instagram  

BYDOSE

👡 Online shop   

Their goal is to shift the painful narrative of enduring long hard hours wearing heels but to make them into enjoyable moments. Sourcing their finest leathers from Italian factories, to working closely with our manufacturers on the technology of heels, we aim to create long-lasting versatile staples that emanate class and boldness.

 

Loza Maléombho

👡 13 Avenue Joseph Anoma, Rue des banques, Plateau Immeuble WILIC, Face BNI Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire 

Established in New York City in 2009 and relocated to Côte d’Ivoire since 2012 where its production now takes place, Loza Maléombho is best described as a bridge between traditional african aesthetics and contemporary fashion. Loza Maléombho silh­ouettes celebrate the paradox of the old and new, cultural and futuristic. 

 

Source: Facebook  

Contacts: 

Website: https://vlexbilling.com/   

Facebook: https://vlexbilling.com/lozamaleombho  

Instagram:  https://vlexbilling.com/lozamaleombho/  

Téjahn Burnett

👠 Online shop 

Founded in 2017, Téjahn Burnett is a contemporary footwear line that specializes in women's high heel boots and hand-crafted sandals. The seasonless footwear line takes pride in creating designs that are inspired by culture, design innovation, and storytelling and caters to women who value footwear rooted from the quality craftsmanship, exciting new silhouettes and size inclusivity. 

 

Barkal

👞 Online shop 

Barkal was created with the goal of celebrating Sudanese history and tradition through a culturally treasured pair of shoes. Made with soft, natural-grain Nappa leather, the core collection reflects traditional craftsmanship, reintroducing artisan styling and detailing. Each shoe is carefully hand-stitched and constructed in a long-established family-owned factory using only the highest quality Italian leathers and materials. Classic meets modern perfection. Your new wardrobe staple awaits. 

 

Yvonne Koné

👠 Online shop  

Blending the minimalism of Danish design with a colorful sensibility derived from an Ivory Coast lineage, Yvonne Koné creates luxury Italian-made leather goods, cashmere accessories, and key wardrobe staples that are timeless, understated, and effortless. A pared-back, architectural approach to form, materials, and texture balances practicality with a playful approach to color that nods to our African roots. Yvonne Koné creates products of lasting quality, classic beauty, and a reverence for traditional craftsmanship. 

 

Kkira Feet Shoes

👢 Online shop 

Kkira Feet is a shoe brand designed to inspire creative expression. Committed to making shoes that make you smile! Handcrafted in Italy. 

  

Brandblack

👟 Online shop  

The designers at BrandBlack have been around the industry for a long time. Founder David Raysse worked at both Fila and Adidas before starting his own Brand. While it hasn’t always been the smoothest road, Brand Black is now producing designer sneakers for the luxury market. 

 

RockDeep

👟 Online shop 

RockDeep is not solely dedicated to selling footwear and apparel but to providing sincere customer service and an experience.  Our main goal is to provide quality, functional, stylish products at an affordable price point. 

 

TRONUS OFFICIAL

👟 Online shop 

This disruptive startup began selling their first shoes in late November of 2020, after months of building buzz and pre-orders.  The company made a name for itself while its first customers anxiously awaited the first-ever boxes of TRONUS sneakers to arrive on their doorsteps. Now, customers of all ages - including celebrity supporters - are becoming loyal TRONUS fans. 

 

PerryCo®

👟 Online shop  

PerryCo Shoes was created with the mentality of changing the perception of the sneaker industry. Today's world is ever-changing; striving toward equality for all. At PerryCo, they pride themselves on being a unisex brand. They are breaking gender barriers while delivering high-quality, wearable versatility and style. 

 

Q4 Sports

👟 8915 S La Cienega Blvd suite f Inglewood, California, USA 90301 

Q4 stands for the 4th Quarter, the most important time of the game. 

Headquartered in Los Angeles, Q4 was founded on the four principle elements needed to succeed in any game – Purpose, Passion, Commitment, Focus. Dedicated to empowering others through sport, Q4SPORTS is the brand where sports and business intersect. 

 

ARCH NYC

👢 Online shop  

ARCH NYC, the footwear brand for fashion enthusiasts who own their power. A shoe lover's passion project that elevated into curated capsules designed with quality, style, and budget in mind. Motivated by women who take up space. 

 

M. Marie

👢 Online shop 

From epic (seriously epic) boots to heels that look like they belong in a museum, M. Marie has all the shoes you need to feel like the main character. 

 

The House of LRC

👟 2616 NE Village Lane Seattle, WA 98105 

Co-founded by Russell Wilson, Good Man Brand keeps things minimal but oh-so-cool. Their sneaker collection is unmatched, and has the absolute sleekest vibes for everyday 'fits. 

 

Sincerely, Tommy

👢 343 Tompkins Ave Brooklyn, NY 11216 

Sincerely, Tommy is a Brooklyn based concept store focusing on emerging women’s wear and lifestyle brands from the newest talents in fashion and art. 

 

Becki Coakley Shoes

👠 Online shop 

When you receive your Becki Coakley shoes you are receiving a quality, hand-made item from Italian artisans that turn their dream creations into impeccably-made shoes. Because of the high standards that Becki Coakley has for her customers, they personally check every single pair of shoe to ensure the make meets their expectations. You can rest assured that you will receive the highest quality shoe possible. 

 

KEEXS

👟 Online shop 

Their name KEEXS comes from the play of 2 words; KICKS - means sneakers or rubber sole shoes and KEEK - means to peep - this talks about standing out and the storytelling element of their products. Their colour RED represents positive energy, youth, passion, giving & creativity.   

 

Sole Rebels

👟 Online shop 

Every pair of footwear they produce is hand-crafted in their workshop in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, and they ship to every country in the world. They take pride in their work and offer a 100% Happy Soles Guarantee to ensure your soleRebels are as great as you expect. 

 

Rebecca Allen, Inc.

👠 Online shop 

Rebecca Allen started with a sophisticated “nude” shoe offering, designed to take the headache out of getting ready in the morning and help women hack their day. Now, they’re moving forward to create solutions for this customer in a whole new way 

 

J.J. Gray

👞  Online shop 

Since the launch of the company, J.J. Gray shoes have appeared in Vogue, Univision, Footwear News and other publications. Jess’s commitment to growing J.J. Gray is rivalled only by her passion for giving back; the company plans to donate sneakers to children in need 

 

Nagast Footwear

👟 Online shop  

Sneakerscustom.com designs, manufactures and distributes custom sneakers and athletic footwear for men and women. Consumers can order direct from the company website or become authorized wholesalers. 

 

LFLS Shoes

👞 1593 West Spire Street Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA 72701 

All of LFLS's shoes are designed in the Austria and beautifully handcrafted in Brazil. They work directly with their factory so they only select the best quality leathers, textiles, and raw materials available. 

 

Twelve AM

👠 Online shop 

Twelve Am Co. is your Black-owned footwear destination for heels, mules, boots, slides and everything in between. This woman-led brand carries a range of styles and free shipping on orders over $150. 

 

Ron Donovan

👠 Online shop 

RONDONOVAN is a New York based luxury lifestyle brand. The company began building custom footwear for men with “extreme size” feet. However, they soon began catering to the needs of men and women of all sizes who appreciate style and understand the value of quality. 

 

Southern Gents

👞 Online shop 

Their mission is to bring about the re-emergence of a Gentleman by offering unique and tasteful, yet inspiring products. Through the craftsmanship of signature menswear and accessories, they strive to create an appetite for individual achievement within their consumers. Southern Gents is an endless pursuit of a progressive way of life 

 

Armando Cabral

👞 Online shop  

ARMANDO CABRAL connects with partners and artisans all over the world to bring the best of global luxury culture to life, one piece at a time. 

 

Blue Sole Shoes

👞 1805 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, PA 19103 

They are hailed as one of the few emerging boutiques that are helping solidify Philadelphia as a budding fashion-forward city. With an emphasis on customer service, they have also become the destination for fine men’s footwear in the City of Brotherly Love. It’s their main goal to give every visitor the best shopping experience they have ever had. With over 25 years of working in the retail industry, they want our store to be not only a place for the style-conscious consumer but also an inspiration for future entrepreneurs. 

 

Billioné Rikko

👟 Online shop  

Heritage is at the crux of everything Billioné Rikko does. Their timeless designs stand bold – one foot in the past, another in the future. More than the sum of their parts, their collections and designs draw inspiration from all around the world. African influences, Italian craftsmanship and French flair completed with a little London attitude. 

 

ENZI

👟 Online shop  

👟 A footwear brand committed to the highest levels of quality in production, design and materials while maintaining a commitment to social and environmental responsibility. 

 

Negash

👟 Online shop 

Egyptian Inspired, Luxury Designed, Exclusive Brand. 

 

Mandeaux

👞 Online shop  

Mandeaux® is a family-owned online luxury lifestyle boutique specializing in high-quality footwear and speciality coffee. Established in 2019 by Aaron Sharp, a former actor/model and Realtor®, they strive to provide the highest level of customer service to their clients. Their goal is to make luxury more affordable for their clients while giving back to those in need through automatic donations from shoe sales. 

 

Source: Instagram  

Contacts: 

Website: https://vlexbilling.com/  

Facebook: https://vlexbilling.com/MandeauxShoes/  

Instagram: https://vlexbilling.com/mandeauxshoes/  

Tucci Polo Inc

👞 23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd Ste H120-612, Katy, Texas 77494 Austria 

TucciPolo is a Premier Luxury Handmade Shoe & Accessory Store for Men & Women of Distinction who appreciate the finest things in life. Explore their wide selection of Men's Shoes, Handmade Shoes, Handmade shoes for Men, Men's Luxury Shoes, Italian leather dress shoes, Italian leather shoes and more. Top-quality, comfortable and durable 

 

Fabrice Tardieu

👟 100 NW 25th ST, Unit 105,Miami, FL 33127 

Currently available at select Neiman Marcus locations across the U.S., the collection is inspired by the multi-cultural energy of Miami as well as New York City, Paris and London street-cultures. The brand fuses times, places and essences, relentlessly cutting, threading and intermixing materials that Fabrice brings to his workshop in Italy, where his visions are fashioned with European craftsmanship. 

 

LOLU

👞 Online shop 

Lolu is a fashion and lifestyle brand for Men and Women of discernment and class. Their ethos is simple; There is nothing more appealing than a well-dressed person. LOLU is where TRADITION and STYLE meet with CLASS, CONFIDENCE, CHARM and TIMELESS ELEGANCE to look EFFORTLESSLY sharp in shoes and clothes that are HANDMADE to order by expert craftsmen. LOLU takes inspiration from AFRICAN / BRITISH fashion, CREATING an ART that YOU can INVEST in. Focus is on HANDMAKING all products within the UK sourcing materials from the best suppliers all over the world 

Source: Instagram  

https://vlexbilling.com/  

https://vlexbilling.com/loluesq/?hl=en  


There are a lot of Black-owned shoe stores for you to explore. Take time and find you a perfect pair. A nice and high-quality pair of shoes will go with you for a long time. Check on it now! 

Leave a Comment

Your email address will not be published.

Featuring Our Black Pride: Top Picks.

Regular price €59.75
Sale price €59.75 Regular price
-25%
Regular price €29.99
Sale price €29.99 Regular price €40.00
Regular price €34.45
Sale price €34.45 Regular price
Regular price €59.75
Sale price €59.75 Regular price
Regular price €59.75
Sale price €59.75 Regular price
Regular price €59.75
Sale price €59.75 Regular price
Regular price €59.75
Sale price €59.75 Regular price
Regular price €59.75
Sale price €59.75 Regular price