Boston's Best Stores For Summertime Shoes
Eco-friendly Shoes
Sudo Shoes
1771 Massachusetts Ave.
Cambridge, MA 02140
(617) 354-1771
www.sudoshoes.com
You won't find leather uppers or soles at Sudo Shoes. This is a store where you can get vegan shoes that are blissfully cruelty free. The collection for summer includes Crocs, those durable synthetic clogs for men and women that are aerated to keep your feet cool. Sudo Shoes also offers stylish strappy sandals from makers like Marais, amazing high-heeled OlsenHaus open toe shoes for date night or other special occasions and everything in between.
Stylish and Sophisticated Footwear
Moxie
73 Charles St.
Boston, MA 02114
(617) 557-9991
www.moxieboston.com
Moxie has been open in Boston's Beacon Hill since 2001, when owner Karen Fabbri recognized the need for sexy, stylish and sophisticated women's shoes in the neighborhood. This upscale shoe and accessories boutique offers shoes for the distinguished woman who believes that summertime shoes should never mean cheap, plastic flip-flops. At Moxie, you will find the hottest brands and styles for summer like high-heeled strappy sandals by Badgley Mischka.
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Ankle Strap Styles
Sadie's Shoes
189 Massachusetts Ave.
Arlington, MA 02476
(781) 646-2515
www.sadies-shoes.com
If you are looking for hot shoes with ankle straps for this summer season, Sadie's Shoes has them. This shoe store prides itself on providing the latest fashions, and ankle straps fit the bill perfectly. They are stocking this trend in a variety of open-toed, platform and high-heeled options. Sadie's shoes also sells sandals, wedges and delicate flats that you just can't wear when the streets and sidewalks are covered in snow, slush and ice.
For the Boys
Men's Camper
139 Newbury St.
Boston, MA 02116
(617) 267-4554
www.camper.com
Men deserve cool, fresh feet in the summer months, too. Camper is perfect for men who want to release their hot, cramped toes from the confines of their office shoes once the hot weather sets in. With a fine selection of manly men's sandals and thongs, this Back Bay shoe store has a selection of flip-flops and sandals designed to keep any man's feet on display. Men, don't forget your pedicure, and feel free to bring along your favorite female companion to help you shop, because Camper sells summer shoes for women, too. They also offer some sweet styles for kids.
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Comfort First
The Walking Company
100 Huntington Ave. Space #K002A
Boston, MA 02116
(617) 536-9255
www.thewalkingcompany.com
The Walking Company bases its selection of footwear on comfort first, then fashion. That means all the available footwear for summer are sure to make your feet feel great while you trek the busy streets of Boston. You won't find towering stiletto heels here, but you will find stylish ankle straps, wedges and sandals suitable for any hot weather activities from hiking to outdoor weddings. The selection for men is equally impressive.