The cliche goes that diamonds are a girl’s best friend, but on Long Island? It’s shoes. Heels, wedges, sandals, boots. Long Island has plenty of stores to keep your closets filled with all of the latest styles to suit every occasion. Look below for the best shoe stores on Long Island.
2018: Long Islanders Voted Richard’s Stride Rite Best Shoe Store on Long Island
National Winner: DSW
Multiple Locations.
866-379-7463. dsw.com
Us shoe enthusiasts can never have too many pairs. And at DSW, you will be sure to get lost in the sea of stylish, sassy shoes just waiting to be taken off the shelves and slipped onto your feet. Alice + Olivia, Calvin Klein, Betsey Johnson, Chinese Laundry, Guess—the list goes on and on! With multiple locations on the Island, you will be able to find the perfect pair of boots, sandals, heels, and flats for any occasion. It’s no wonder they call it the Designer Shoe “Wearhouse!”
2017: Long Islanders Voted Jildor Shoes Best Shoe Store on Long Island
Jildor Shoes
Multiple Locations. 877-569-4880. jildorshoes.com
Are you curious about Kate Spade? Do you dote over Diane Von Furstenberg designs? Is your wardrobe lacking a Marc Jacobs masterpiece? Then head over to Jildor Shoes. This extraordinary shoe store carries an array of designer brands, including the ones mentioned above, as well as Jimmy Choo, Elizabeth & James, and a whole lot more! With locations in Cedarhurst, Great Neck, Woodbury, Southampton and Greenvale, Jildor Shoes first opened its doors in 1949, and Long Island women have relied on them to find the finest footwear for themselves ever since. You’ll be amazed when you see the number of gorgeous shoes all located in one place!
National Winner: DSW
Multiple Locations. 866-379-7463. dsw.com
Us shoe enthusiasts can never have too many pairs. And at DSW, you will be sure to get lost in the sea of stylish, sassy shoes just waiting to be taken off the shelves and slipped onto your feet. Alice + Olivia, Calvin Klein, Betsey Johnson, Chinese Laundry, Guess—the list goes on and on! With multiple locations on the Island, you will be able to find the perfect pair of boots, sandals, heels, and flats for any occasion. It’s no wonder they call it the Designer Shoe “Wearhouse!”
2016: Long Islanders Voted David’s Shoe Emporium Best Shoe Store on Long Island
David’s Shoe Emporium
66 E. Main St., Patchogue. 631-475-0447. strideritelongisland.com
Consistently ranking atop this competitive category, David’s Shoe Emporium has been providing Long Island with quality shoes and amazing service since 1947! Nestled in beautiful Patchogue, David’s Shoe Emporium offers comfy kicks and sassy styles for each and every member of your family! From the latest trends in boots and sandals to dress shoes for men, Velcro straps for the kids, and running shoes for everyone, this store literally has it all!
National Winner: DSW
Multiple Locations. 866-379-7463. dsw.com
Designer Shoe Wearhouse, more commonly known as DSW, is a shoe-lover’s paradise. Between housing every style imaginable, to offering the latest designer brands at discount prices, DSW is a Long Islander’s source for all things footwear. (And yes, they have accessories and bags, too!)
2015: Long Islanders Voted David’s Shoe Emporium Best Shoe Store on Long Island!
David’s Shoe Emporium
66 E. Main St., Patchogue. 631-475-0447. strideritelongisland.com
Formerly known as Weiner Shoes (since 1947), the Zegel family has been providing a wide variety of comfortable, quality shoes for decades. They take great pride in their extraordinary inventory, impressive customer service and exceptional dedication to resolving your footwear needs. Long Islanders recognize their commitment and passion, and have designated this local gem The Best!
National. DSW
Multiple Locations. 866-379-7463. dsw.com
Dress shoes, boots and sneakers for men, women and children are just some of the footwear possibilities you’ll find at DSW. This one-stop mammoth shoe store features name brands and the latest styles for your entire family, including boots, hand bags and accessories, athletic shoes and sneakers.
2014: Long Islanders Voted Weiner Shoes/David’s Shoe Emporium in Patchogue Best Shoe Store on Long Island!
1. Weiner Shoes / David’s Shoe Emporium
66 E. Main St., Patchogue. 631-475-0447. facebook.com/weinershoes
Weiner Shoes has been a staple on Patchogue’s Main Street since 1947. A family owned business, they are on their toes offering a great selection of styles, with all of the latest brands like: Stride Rite, Skechers, Hush Puppies, New Balance, Reebok, Saucony, Keds, Grasshoppers, Keen, Teva, Life Stride, Crocs and Spring Step, among many others.
2. Wantagh Bootery
1358 Wantagh Ave., Wantagh. 516-221-0038. facebook.com/wantagh.bootery
3. Shoe Vault
277 Main St., Port Washington. 516-918-9484. facebook.com/Shoe-Vault
National. DSW
Multiple Locations. 866-379-7463. dsw.com
2013: Long Islanders Voted Wantagh Bootery in Wantagh Best Shoe Store on Long Island!
1. Wantagh Bootery
1358 Wantagh Ave., Wantagh. 516-221-0038. www.facebook.com/wantagh.bootery
2. Shoe Vault
277 Main St., Port Washington. 516-918-9484
3. Lo-Man Outdoor Store
140 Deer Park Ave., Babylon. 631-669-2064. www.lomanoutdoor.com
National. DSW Multiple Locations. www.dsw.com
2012: Long Islanders Voted Love My Shoes Best Shoe Store on Long Island!
1. Love My Shoes
Multiple locations. www.lovemyshoes.com
2. The Shoe Box
Multiple locations. www.shoeboxny.com
3. Eric Comfort Shoes
426 Hillside Ave., Williston Park. 516-877-2002. www.ericshoes.com
National. DSW
Multiple locations. www.dsw.com
2011: Long Islanders Voted Love My Shoes Best Shoe Store on Long Island!
1. Love My Shoes
Multiple locations. www.lovemyshoes.com
2. Eric Comfort Shoes
426 Hillside Ave., Williston Park. 516-877-2002. www.ericshoes.com
3. The Shoe Box
Multiple locations. www.shoeboxny.com
National. DSW
Multiple locations. www.dsw.com
2010: Long Islanders Voted Love My Shoes Best Shoe Store on Long Island!
1. Love My Shoes
Multiple locations. www.lovemyshoes.com
2. The Shoe Box
Multiple locations. www.shoptheshoebox.com
3. Incredible Feets
Multiple locations. www.incrediblefeets.com
National. DSW
Multiple locations. www.dsw.com