For a long time in shoemaking, “made in China” meant one thing: Western makers outsourcing and cost-cutting while trading on a brand name. It’s not exactly a recipe for top-end, artisanal products. It ...

Luxury European shoemaking, like tailoring, traces its roots back to medieval master craftsmen. The most august tailoring houses are English and Italian, but in shoemaking there’s another venerable ...

One of the most coveted throws in New Orleans, the handmade shoes by the all-female Krewe of Muses dazzle Mardi Gras parade-goers every year. Only the most enthusiastic of fans are lucky enough to ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I cover style, beauty, and wellness with an eye for sustainability. Kids move through shoes fast — all the more reason to buy ...

The most comfortable shoes are often too casual or ugly to wear 24/7. But as the biggest brands of the style and fashion world revamp silhouettes with increased cushioning, support and even podiatrist ...