Shoes are an essential part of everyone’s closet, and while there are more different styles and types of shoes available today than ever before, some brands have endured in popularity over the years.
From sneakers and sandals, to flats and heels, the global footwear industry is a multi-million dollar one, in which the best shoe brands vie for the top spot. If you’re looking for a new pair of shoes that’ll be both comfortable and stylish, you might want to consider the following 10 best shoe brands:
- Nike
Dominating the sports and footwear industry in a way no other brand has quite been able to, Nike remains a popular choice of brand for those seeking fashionable athletic shoes.
- Adidas
Founded in Germany in 1949, Adidas quickly became the brand of choice for anyone in need of comfortable but stylish sneakers. With their entire sports clothing range proving to be enduringly popular, they’re definitely worth considering for your next pair of sneakers or lifestyle shoes.
- Puma
Also developed in Germany at around the same time, interestingly, Puma was developed by the brother of the Adidas brand creation, whose line of shoes and apparel, now includes casual wear. Having fallen out, the brothers created rival brands that continue to be popular all over the world.
- Reebok
Moving away from Germany, the Reebok brand of sportswear was developed in 1958 in the UK, enjoying subsequent success as the first company to design footwear specifically for women.
- Skechers
First introduced in 1992, the brand has enjoyed continued success in the US, and is one of their fastest growing creations within the industry, to date. Specializing in shoes that are comfortable, stylish and casual, and which are targeted at a specific demographic of 19 to 40-year-old men and women, they currently produce sneakers, sandals, oxfords and semi-dress style shoes that are sold in more than 160 countries globally.
- Asics
A creation of Japanese footwear manufacturers, ASICS (with the acronym of ‘Anima Sana In Corpore Sano, or ‘a sound mind in a sound body’) first hit the high streets back in 1949, with a selection of shoes designed for high-performance sports that are still popular today.
- Gucci
Italian luxury clothing brand, Gucci, went on to design and produce shoes that are loved as much as their high-end clothing and accessories ranges. With their extravagant style and elegant detailing, Gucci shoes offer the wearer an opportunity to indulge in comfortable but fashionable, statement-making shoes.
- Vans
Beginning as a range of footwear targeting the skate and street scene, American brand Vans quickly patented the checkerboard patterns on their shoes for which they are known and loved, to go with their hugely popular and iconic, slip-on designs. Having since diversified into a wider range of footwear styles since their origins, they remain global players in the footwear industry.
- Timberland
Synonymous with the rugged, outdoor life, Timberland footwear as a brand was first created in 1952. While their shoes were initially designed for use during the pursuit of outdoor activities, they proved exceptionally popular in urban settings, and continue to be so. Their pledges to follow eco-friendly practices have made them especially popular among buyers seeking to uphold the principles of sustainability.
- Converse
Having been around since as far back as 1908, this shoe brand is perhaps best known for its functional and classic Chuck Taylor All Star sneakers. Manufactured by Converse since 1917, this symbol of popular culture was originally designed to be used for playing basketball.
Do you have a pair of shoes from one of these top shoe brands? If not, it’s quite possible you’re the first! If you’re looking for a shoe that will give you as much in the comfort stakes as the style stakes, you might want to try a pair from the list of brands above.