5 Great Black-Owned Men’s Shoe Brands You Should Know

Black-owned brands are in various industries and have been around for a while. They range from technology services to niche brands that focus on hair care and grooming products, to retail merchandise like shoes and apparel.

This week we’ve rounded up 5 great black-owned men’s shoe brands for you to patronize, not just today – but every time you feel like spending money to look extra fly.

In terms of style and quality, some of them even rival the biggest designer brands. However, they haven’t received the popularity and attention they deserve, no matter how hard they market themselves.

Well, this is about to change. The world is finally starting to take note of black-owned businesses. And black-owned men’s shoe brands especially stand out. So, let’s give you the memo on of some of the essential black-owned luxe brands, you can shop today.

In no particular order.

Southern Gents

@s_gents

Despite the name, Southern Gents doesn’t just cater to men from the South. It is a brand for all gentlemen, and the products they offer reflect this.

They have a specific range of menswear and accessories – shoes: dress shoes, dress boots and sport boots. They are all stylish and eloquent and could just as easily belong to a designer brand like Gucci or Versace.

Other than shoes, Southern Gents also sells hats, tuxedos, outerwear, suits and more. All of them have the same level of sophistication as their shoes. This brand is clearly aiming to usurp the status quo when it comes to designer brands for men.

Armando Cabral

@armando_cabral

Armando Cabral is an eponymous shoe brand named after the Guinean-born fashion model. He formed the brand because of his lifelong passion for shoes.

The shoes are infused with his individualism, style, and personality. They blend minimalism classic style with minimalism and careful attention to detail.

The shoes are manufactured in Marche, an Italian shoe-making district. This gives them Italian sensibilities that fuse with innovation, design, and creativity.

The result is a distinct range of shoes—from sneakers to slippers—that look and feel elegant and fashionable.

Uptown Yardie

@uptownyardie

This is a British brand that draws its inspiration from Jamaican heritage. It embodies progressive people who do not follow fashion trends, who think outside the box.

Because Uptown Yardie’s own products are made like this, you can wear them longer than one season without feeling out of style.

Many of the brand’s shoes are hand-finished and hand-made, which gives each pair a slightly distinctive feel. It also exemplifies incredible craftsmanship that embodies elegance, exclusivity, and style.

The shoes are manufactured in Northampton, which is the heart of English shoemaking. They are bold and original, and the perfect match for men who want to stand out.

Ron Donovan

@rondonovandesigns

Ron Donovan is a luxury brand based in New York. It started out making custom footwear for men whose feet were a bit too large.

However, it soon started making shoes for men and women of all sizes. The brand currently has a plethora of bespoke shoes catered to a wide range of people.

Ron Donovan stands out because it offers luxury shoes that ooze style, exclusivity, and quality, but without the eye-watering pricing.

You can get ready-made shoes, or if you want to stand out or have specific needs, you can get a custom-built pair.

Sole Rebels

@solerebels

Sole Rebels is a footwear brand that handcrafts original shoes. It’s been featured on media sources like CNN, Forbes and FastCompany, and with good reason.

Each pair is hand-crafted by artisans who source sustainable materials in Ethiopia, from recycled to bio-based and organic materials.

The interior of the shoes is lined with a soft fabric that’s made from hand-spun wool or cotton, which makes them extremely comfortable.

The brand has a range of products, from sandals to boots, slip-ons, and sneakers. Each of them is handcrafted, so you can be assured that the pair you own is unique.

The shoes are fairly priced, serve a good cause, and look and feel great. They belong in every man’s collection.

In closing, we encourage you to take the time to learn about each one of these inspiring brands and others and to continue seeking them out supporting them.

Shout out to Black Luxe! Stay Fly!

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