Covering the best shops to buy shoes in Raleigh is our only objective today and our opening section will be all about the best local stores to buy sneakers and athletic shoes. From running to walking to tennis and basketball they should have what you desire.
A lot of the time these are all around stores that can help you out no matter if you are looking for cheap casual footwear on sale or a discount or if you prefer to shop for the latest and greatest. Top of the line designer women’s shoes in Raleigh like Manolo Blahnik, Prada, or Jimmy Choo’s will come next before getting into where to buy men’s dress shoes as well.
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The high end fashion will be covered at that point so we will pivot to where you can buy work boots and shoes in your area so that your feet don’t hurt after a long day on the job. Lastly we will mention where to go for shoe repairs and shines around the metro.
Plenty of these shops could go in a few of the lists since one of the major shoe stores near you may carry all of the above so we will try to let you know any time a shop is a good option for multiple sections. If you are trying to find socks, laces, sole inserts, storage racks, organizers, and other footwear accessories just head to one of the bigger all around stores and they should have what you are after.
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Best Sneaker & Athletic Shoe Stores Near You
To buy sneakers and athletic shoes in Raleigh we recommend you visit stores like:
- Runologie at 1614 Automotive Way
- Courtside at 4325 Glenwood Ave #1061
- Chance’s at 5959 Triangle Town Blvd
- One Of One Boutique at 207 E Cabarrus St
- Mad Kicks Sneaker Shop at 2228 N Roxboro St #B, Durham
- Inside-Out Sports at 2002 Grisdale Ln #8112, Cary
- Great Outdoor Provision Co at 1800 E Franklin St, Chapel Hill
- Fleet Feet at 3027 Village Market Place, Morrisville
- Pace Yourself Run Co. at 242 S Main St #102, Holly Springs
- RR Kicks at 104 NC-54 T, Carrboro
- Academy Sports + Outdoors at 1151 Pne Plz Dr, Apex
Runologie provides high quality running shoes, clothes, and accessories for all skill levels.
Courtside sells high demand sneakers from major brands such as Nike, Yeezy, and Jordan as well as clothes and accessories Monday through Saturday from 10am to 9pm and on Sunday from 12pm to 6pm.
One of the select destinations to get the latest and authentic sneakers, on trend clothing, and accessories is at Chance’s which is open Monday through Saturday from 10am to 8pm and on Sunday from 12pm to 6pm.
One Of One Boutique near you sells genuine sneakers for men, women, and children all from major brands.
Among the items available at Mad Kicks Sneaker Shop are latest and branded sneakers for men, women, and children and they are open six days a week from 11am to 7pm except Sunday.
Inside-Out Sports is a sporting goods store selling premium running shoes, running equipment, bicycles, and nutritional supplements from 10am to 7pm Monday through Friday, until 6pm on Saturday, and from 1pm to 5pm on Sunday.
You can find high quality athletic shoes, outdoor gear, clothing, and accessories at Great Outdoor Provision Co. near you.
Fleet Feet is another great spot to find new sneakers and more athletic shoes from 10am to 7pm Monday through Thursday, until 6pm on Friday and Saturday, and from 12pm to 6pm on Sunday.
One of the go to places to buy high quality running shoes, gear, clothing, and accessories is at Pace Yourself Run Co.
RR Kicks sells some of the most recent and authentic sneakers, clothing, hats, and accessories.
In addition to athletic shoes and clothing Academy Sports + Outdoors also sells outdoor gear and fitness equipment from 7am to midnight and until 6pm on Friday and Saturday.
J.Crew, Cole Haan, Rack Room Shoes, and Bass Pro Shops from our other lists are also good options for this section.
Designer Women’s Shoes In Raleigh
The latest pumps, high heel stilettos, and other designer women’s shoes and boots are sold in your area at:
- Main & Taylor Shoe Salon at 4421 Six Forks Rd #114
- Saks Fifth Avenue at 7700 Old Wake Forest Rd
- Aldo at 4325 Glenwood Ave #1066
- Rainbow Shops at 6431 Triangle Plantation Dr
- Forever 21 at 4325 Glenwood Ave #1093
- David’s Bridal at Renaissance Center, 6911 Fayetteville Rd #107, Durham
- DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse at 427 Crossroads Blvd, Cary
- Uniquities at 452 W Franklin St, Chapel Hill
- White House Black Market at 2101 Village Market Place, Morrisville
- T.J. Maxx at 1571 Beaver Creek Commons Dr, Apex
Main and Taylor Shoe Salon offers a lovely selection of women’s designer shoes, handbags, sweaters, and accessories six days a week from 10am to 6pm except Sunday.
Alongside women’s designer shoes, clothing, and accessories Saks Fifth Avenue also sells home goods and other items seven days a week from 12pm to 6pm.
Aldo sells high end women’s and men’s dress shoes as well as bags and accessories Monday through Saturday from 10am to 9pm and on Sunday from 12pm to 7pm.
At Rainbow Shops you can find stylish designer shoes, trendy clothing, apparel for juniors and plus size women, and accessories and they are open from 10am to 8pm Monday through Thursday, until 9pm on Friday and Saturday, and from 11am to 6pm on Sunday.
Forever 21 features some of the latest fashion trends in clothing, women’s designer shoes, accessories, and jewelries.
An impressive collection of bridal gowns, prom dresses, and formal wear as well as designer shoes and accessories are available at David’s Bridal Monday through Friday from 10:30am to 9pm, on Saturday from 9am to 7:30pm, and on Sunday from 10:30am to 7:30pm.
DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse offers affordable, modern, and stylish women’s designer shoes.
Some of the best collections of elegant women’s designer shoes, latest clothing trends, and fashion accessories are sold at Uniquities.
White House Black Market is a women’s clothing boutique selling trendy dresses and chic designer shoes for women from 11am to 7pm Monday through Saturday and until 5pm on Sunday.
T.J. Maxx sells fashionable brand name clothing, designer shoes for women, accessories, and housewares.
J.Crew, Rack Room Shoes, and Cole Haan from the next list also offers top quality women’s designer shoes.
Men’s Dress Shoes
You can buy men’s dress shoes at one of these local stores:
- Ealdwine Raleigh at 412 S McDowell St
- Johnston & Murphy at 4325 Glenwood Ave
- Allen Edmonds at 4325 Glenwood Ave #2022
- Clarks at 4325 Glenwood Ave #1019
- J.Crew at 4325 Glenwood Ave
- Cole Haan at 6910 Fayetteville Rd #139, Durham
- Men’s Wearhouse at 214 Crossroads Blvd #2470, Cary
- Julian’s at 135 E Franklin St, Chapel Hill
- Rack Room Shoes at 3017 Market Center Dr, Morrisville
Ealdwine Raleigh features a large selection of men’s dress shoes as well as ready to wear and made to measure suits and accessories Monday through Saturday from 11am to 3pm.
Some of the finest selections of men’s dress shoes, classic accessories, and outerwear are available at Johnston and Murphy Monday through Saturday from 10am to 9pm and on Sunday from 12pm to 7pm.
Allen Edmonds sells high quality leather dress shoes in all sizes as well as men’s clothing and accessories Monday through Saturday from 11am to 7pm and on Sunday from 12pm to 5pm.
You can find a wide range of comfortable men’s dress shoes and casual footwear for the entire family at Clarks Monday through Friday from 10am to 9pm, on Saturday from 9am to 10pm, and on Sunday from 12pm to 6pm.
J.Crew carries a wide range of shoes including sneakers, women’s designer shoes, and men’s dress shoes Monday through Saturday from 10am to 9pm and on Sunday from 12pm to 7pm.
Men’s Wearhouse is a good place to buy dress shoes for men and all kinds of clothes and fashion accessories.
There’s a large selection of shoes for men and women at Cole Haan including sneakers, designer shoes for women, and dress shoes for men.
Julian’s sells elegant men’s dress shoes as well as men’s and women’s custom clothing and accessories five days a week from 10am to 5pm except Sunday and Monday.
A wide variety of brand name shoes including sneakers, men’s dress shoes, women’s designer shoes, and work shoes are sold at Rack Room Shoes Monday through Friday from 9am to 9pm and on Saturday from 8am to 6pm.
More options for men’s dress shoes are sold at Aldo from the previous list.
Where To Buy Work Shoes & Boots
Buying the right work boots or shoes will help your feet feel their best after you punch out:
- J Harlen Co Inc at 2811 Van Huron Dr
- Rough Stock Western Wear at 5521 Western Blvd
- Boot Barn at 6204 Glenwood Ave
- Red Wing at 3408 Olympia Dr
- Citi Trends at 1100-108 Raleigh Blvd
- Saf-Gard Safety Shoe at 5010 S Miami Blvd, Durham
- Bass Pro Shops at 801 Bass Pro Ln, Cary
J Harlen Co Inc carries a wide range of high quality work boots, workwear, work gear, and safety equipment.
Rough Stock Western Wear specializes in Western boots, work boots, and high quality clothing and they are open Monday through Saturday from 11am to 7pm and on Sunday from 10am to 4pm.
Boot Barn features impressive collection of boots, work shoes, safety gear, and workwear for men, women, and children, including big and tall sizes.
At Red Wing you can choose top quality work boots, steel toe, and safety toe work boots as well as slip resistant, insulated, waterproof, and lightweight work safety shoes from 8am to 5pm Monday through Friday, from 10am to 5pm on Saturday, and from 11am to 4pm on Sunday.
Citi Trends sells brand name work shoes, streetwear, accessories, and home decor Monday through Friday from 9am to 10pm and on Saturday from 8am to 7pm.
An extensive collection of work boots and safety shoes including steel toe, waterproof, and other industrial footwear are offered at Saf-Gard Safety Shoe near you.
Bass Pro Shops carries a wide variety of shoes including athletic shoes, sandals, and work boots as well as clothing, outdoor equipment, and accessories from 9am to 9pm Monday through Friday, until 6pm on Saturday, and from 10am to 7pm on Sunday.
Rack Room Shoes from the previous list is also a good option for this section.
Repairs & Shines
Have your old shoes repaired or shined to get them looking new again:
- Santana Leather Care at 2900 Rowland Rd
- Ashton Shoe Repair at 4008 Capital Blvd #112
- H & H Shoe Repair & Pedorthic at 518 Daniels St
- Wyatt and Dad Cobbler Company Durham at 1720 Guess Rd #17, Durham
- The Shoe Repair at 1322 Fordham Blvd #8, Chapel Hill
- Crystal Tailors, Dry Cleaners, Shoe Repair at 9595 Chapel Hill Rd, Morrisville
- Yang Shoe Repair Shop at 5432 Apex Peakway, Apex
Santana Leather Care offers luxury leather shoe repair and restoration services on weekdays from 8am to 5pm except weekends.
If you are looking for high quality repair and restoration services for your shoes, boots, and sneakers Ashton Shoe Repair is a great option.
H and H Shoe Repair and Pedorthic provides a wide range of exceptional services including shoe repair and pedorthic services as well as foot and shoe care products Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 6pm and on Saturday from 10am to 3pm.
One of the select locations for remaking shoes and boots is at Wyatt and Dad Cobbler Company Durham.
You can also head to The Shoe Repair for exceptional services among others.
Crystal Tailors, Dry Cleaners, Shoe Repair is one of the go to places for cleaning, dry cleaning, and shoe repair.
Aside from providing excellent shoe repair services for all types of shoes Yang Shoe Repair Shop also does dry cleaning six days a week from 7am to 7pm except Sunday.
We also have covered:
- Local Sneaker Guide For Charlotte
- Local Sneaker Guide For Winston-Salem
- Local Sneaker Guide For Asheville
- Local Sneaker Guide For Columbia
Enjoy Wearing Your New Shoes In Raleigh
For now that is all we have to share but we hope that you learned at least a little something about where to buy all kinds of shoes in your area.
You read about a variety of local stores to buy sneakers, athletic shoes, designer options for women, dress shoes for men, and work boots along with how to find shines and repairs. If you could let us know about any stores we missed in the comments or if any of the above are no longer open it would really help us and our future readers out.
Now you can go buy your next pair of shoes in Raleigh and have an awesome day.