Anyone that is trying to learn about where to buy shoes in Washington DC is in the right place and our first section will be all about the best local shops to buy sneakers and athletic shoes. From running to walking to tennis and basketball they should have what you need.
These are often 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 want to show off with the latest and greatest. Up next we will mention where to buy high end designer women’s shoes in Washington DC like Manolo Blahnik, Prada, or Jimmy Choo’s before getting into where to buy men’s dress shoes too.
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The luxury fashion will be out of the way at that point so it will be time to discuss where to buy work boots and shoes in your area to give your feet the support they need on the job. Our final section will break down where to go for shoe repairs and shines around the metro.
Of course there could be a lot of crossover between the lists as 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. Many of the places on our lists will also sell socks, laces, sole inserts, storage racks, organizers, and other footwear accessories if they are what you are after.
You are more than welcome to read more of our posts on cities around the Northeast at that link if you like, but now we better get going.
Best Sneaker & Athletic Shoe Stores Near You
If you want to buy sneakers and athletic shoes in Washington DC we recommend you head to:
- City Gear at 1538 North Capitol St NE
- City Beats at 3014 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE
- REI at 201 M St NE
- Dtlr at 902 H St NE
- Lifted Life Kicks at 4702 14th St NW
- Road Runner Sports at 1101 S Joyce St #B-23, Arlington
- Pacers Running at 1301 King St, Alexandria
- Home Court at 906 Philadelphia Ave, Silver Spring
- Snipes at 7101 Democracy Blvd #2094, Bethesda
- RnJ Sports at 11910 Parklawn Dr R, Rockville
- Out of Stock at 22705 Clarksburg Rd, Clarksburg
City Gear sells clothing, apparel, and sneakers from premium brands such as Jordan, adidas, Puma, Nike, and plenty more from 10am to 6pm Monday through Saturday.
City Beats carries men’s and women’s sneakers from Air Jordan, Nike, New Balance, and other leading brands from 10am to 6pm Monday through Saturday and 12pm to 4pm on Sunday.
Branded athletic shoes and clothing for men, women, and children are sold from 10am to 9pm Monday through Saturday and until 7pm on Sunday at REI.
You can buy brand name sneakers, sportswear, and accessories from 11am to 7pm Monday through Thursday, until 8pm on Saturday, and 12pm to 5pm on Sunday at Dtlr.
Lifted Life Kicks sells original top brand sneakers, apparel, and stylish accessories.
Road Runner Sports provides running shoes, gear, apparel, and accessories for men, women, and children from 10am to 7pm Monday through Saturday and until 6pm on Sunday.
Running shoes, sports apparel, and accessories for men and women are offered from 10am to 8pm Monday through Friday, until 6pm on Saturday, and 12pm to 5pm on Sunday at Pacers Running.
Home Court sells high end sneakers, on trend clothes, and fashion accessories every day from 11am to 7pm.
At Snipes you can choose from a wide selection of top brand running shoes, sports apparel, and accessories from 10am to 9pm Monday through Saturday and 11am to 6pm on Sunday.
RnJ Sports sells top quality running shoes, athletic clothes, racquets, and other equipment from 10am to 6pm Monday through Saturday and 12pm to 4pm on Sunday.
Out of Stock buys, sells, and trades sneakers including Nike, Adidas, and Air Jordan and they are open from 11am to 6pm Tuesday through Saturday and 12pm to 5pm on Sunday.
More options for first rate running shoes include Zara, Nordstrom Rack, Saks Off 5th, Soulier Shoes, Cole Haan, Rack Room Shoes, Shoe City, and Ecco from our upcoming lists.
Designer Women’s Shoes In Washington DC
You can buy the latest pumps, high heel stilettos, and other designer women’s shoes and boots in your area at:
- Tory Burch at 1211 Wisconsin Ave NW
- Free People at 1063 Wisconsin Ave NW
- Salvatore Ferragamo at 1001 H St NW #206
- Zara at F St NW #1025
- Kate Spade at 994 Palmer Alley NW
- Steve Madden at 1100 S Hayes St, Arlington
- Rainbow Shops at 6216 Little River Turnpike, Alexandria
- DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse at 20900 Frederick Rd, Germantown
- T.J. Maxx at 8661 Colesville Rd, Silver Spring
- Nordstrom Rack at 7111 Democracy Blvd, Bethesda
- David’s Bridal at 12268 Rockville Pike, Rockville
- Saks Off 5th at Premium Outlets 22705, Clarksburg Rd, Clarksburg
Tory Burch is a women’s clothing store specializing in exquisite designer shoes, ready to wear clothing, and jewelry.
Bohemian inspired dresses, jackets, designer shoes, and accessories are sold from 10am to 8pm Monday through Saturday and 12pm to 6pm on Sunday at Free People.
Salvatore Ferragamo is a high end retailer selling Italian designer shoes for ladies and men’s dress shoes along with purses, accessories, and other items from 11am to 7pm Monday through Saturday and 12pm to 6pm on Sunday.
Zara is known for providing exclusive women’s designer shoes, men’s dress shoes, and sneakers along with trendy apparel, bags, and accessories from 11am to 8pm Monday through Friday and until 6pm on Sunday.
Kate Spade is a well known brand for women’s designer shoes, fun handbags, apparel, and accessories.
A great collection of women’s designer shoes, apparel, and accessories are featured from 11am to 7pm Monday through Saturday and 12pm to 6pm on Sunday at Steve Madden.
Rainbow Shops is open from 11am to 8pm Monday through Saturday and until 6pm on Sunday offering high end shoes, trendy clothing, and apparel for juniors and plus size women along with fabulous accessories.
An impressive assortment of designer shoes, boots, and sandals from Nike, Adidas, New Balance, UGG, Converse, Timberland, Guess, TOMS, Steve Madden, Aldo, and many more well known brands can be found at DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse. They are open from 11am to 7pm Monday through Friday, 9am to 8pm on Saturday, and until 6pm on Sunday.
Many people buy fashionable brand name clothing, designer shoes for women, accessories, and other items at T.J. Maxx from 9:30am to 9:30pm Monday through Saturday and 10pm to 8pm on Sunday.
Nordstrom Rack has women’s designer shoes, purses, and accessories ranging from the current trends to must have basics which are available from 10am to 9pm Monday through Saturday and 11am to 7pm on Sunday.
David’s Bridal specializes in bridal gowns, prom dresses, and formal wear as well as designer shoes and accessories and they are open from 10:30am to 9pm Monday through Friday, 9am to 7:30pm on Saturday, and until 7:30pm on Sunday.
Saks Off 5th is one of the best places to shop for sneakers, beautiful women’s designer shoes, and men’s dress shoes plus they also offer designer clothing and accessories.
Both Soulier Shoes and Rack Room Shoes from our other lists are also good options for this section.
Men’s Dress Shoes
Round out your wardrobe by heading to one of these local stores to buy men’s dress shoes:
- Sky Valet Shoes at 975 H St NW
- Allen Edmonds at City Center, 1071 H St NW
- Soulier Shoes at 1434 Wisconsin Ave NW
- Suitsupply at 2828 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
- Sid Mashburn at 3206 N St NW
- Cole Haan at 1100 S Hayes St #M20, Arlington
- Jos. A. Bank at 728 S Washington St, Alexandria
- Men’s Wearhouse at 8514 Fenton St, Silver Spring
- Johnston & Murphy at 7101 Democracy Blvd, Bethesda
- DXL at 12137 Rockville Pike #D, Rockville
- Ecco at 22705 Clarksburg Rd #532, Clarksburg
High end men’s dress shoes, leather jackets, purses, and shoe care items are offered at Sky Valet Shoes.
Allen Edmonds is open from 10am to 8pm Monday through Saturday and 11am to 6pm on Sunday selling leather dress shoes as well as men’s clothing and accessories.
Authentic sneakers, exquisite men’s dress shoes, casual shoes, and boots are sold at Soulier Shoes.
Suitsupply is a men’s apparel shop that also offers men’s dress shoes and accessories from 11am to 7pm Monday through Saturday and 12pm to 6pm on Sunday.
Sid Mashburn is a good place to buy a pair of men’s dress shoes, formal wear, home and gift items, and accessories and they are open six days a week from 10am to 6pm.
Authentic sneakers for men and women as well as men’s dress shoes and leather and shoe care products are provided at Cole Haan from 11am to 8pm Monday through Saturday and until 6pm on Sunday.
Jos. A. Bank is a men’s fashion store selling top of the line men’s dress shoes from 10am to 9pm Monday through Saturday and 11am to 6pm on Sunday.
As the name suggests Men’s Wearhouse provides dress shoes for men and all kinds of clothes and fashion accessories and they are open from 10am to 9pm Monday through Saturday and 11am to 6pm on Sunday.
Johnston and Murphy is a great option for elegant men’s dress shoes, classic accessories, and outerwear and they are open every day from 11am to 7pm.
You can buy men’s dress shoes, clothing, and other items from 10am to 7pm Monday through Saturday and 12pm to 6pm on Sunday at DXL.
Many people buy fashionable sneakers and men’s dress shoes as well as bags, wallets, and belts at Ecco from 11am to 7pm Monday through Saturday and 12pm to 6pm on Sunday.
Other places in this post selling men’s dress shoes include Salvatore Ferragamo, Zara, DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse, Nordstrom Rack, Rack Room Shoes, Dr Martens, and Saks Off 5th.
Where To Buy Work Shoes & Boots
After a long day on the job your feet will thank you if you bought work boots or shoes at:
- Dr. Martens at 3108 M St NW
- Shoe City at 717 H St NE
- Galls at 2820 Bladensburg Rd NE
- Casual Adventure Outfitters at 3451 Washington Blvd, Arlington
- Rack Room Shoes at 3551 Richmond Hwy, Alexandria
- LL Bean at 925 Rose Ave, North Bethesda
- Tractor Supply Co at 2300 Commerce Center Dr, Rockville
- UGG Clarksburg Premium Outlet at 22705 Clarksburg Rd #210, Clarksburg
A wide variety of shoes for men, women, and children including sandals, dress shoes, and work boots are available from 11am to 7pm Sunday through Thursday and until 8pm on Friday and Saturday at Dr Martens.
Shoe City specializes in athletic shoes, work boots, and streetwear designs for men, women, and children and they are open from 11am to 6pm Monday through Saturday and 12pm to 5pm on Sunday.
Some of the services provided at Galls include uniform fitting, customization, alterations, and embroidery as well as tactical and safety work boots.
Casual Adventure Outfitters is known for providing work boots and adventure necessities such as tents, footwear, outdoor equipment, and much more which are available from 9:30am to 8pm Monday through Friday and 11am to 5pm on Sunday.
A large selection of brand name dress shoes for men and high end shoes for women, work boots, and accessories are available from 10am to 9pm Monday through Saturday and 12pm to 6pm on Sunday at Rack Room Shoes.
If you need to buy work boots or other quality shoes to wear in the rugged outdoors LL Bean is a great option for you.
In addition to agricultural and livestock goods Tractor Supply Co also provides a comprehensive range of tools, workwear, and work boots from 8am to 8pm Monday through Saturday and 9am to 7pm on Sunday.
UGG Clarksburg Premium Outlet has a wide selection of top quality work boots, slippers, casualwear, and accessories and they are open from 10am to 9pm Monday through Saturday and until 7pm on Sunday.
Repairs & Shines
Get your dusty looking shoes repaired or shined at:
- A Divine Shine at 723 T St NW
- Pete’s Cobbler’s Bench Shoe Repair at 1050 Connecticut Ave NW #25
- Dupont Circle Shoe Repairing at 1333 Connecticut Ave NW
- Cobbler’s Bench at 1800 G St NW
- Golden Leon Shoe Repair Academy at 4614 14th St NW
- Golden Shoe Repair at 4001 9th St N #107, Arlington
- Best Foot Forward at 3686 King St, Alexandria
- Fortunas Repair at 7835 Woodmont Ave, Bethesda
- Nick’s Shoe Repair at 891-b Rockville Pike, Rockville
A Divine Shine provides a wide range of shoes, shoe care materials, and accessories six days a week from 10am to 6pm.
Pete’s Cobbler’s Bench Shoe Repair specializes in heel altering, sole replacements, and leather cleaning and they are open from 9am to 5pm Monday through Friday and 10am to 3pm on Saturday.
Dupont Circle Shoe Repairing does exceptional shoe repairs, leather and dry cleaning, and alterations from 7:30am to 6:30pm Monday through Friday and 9am to 3pm on Saturday.
Cobbler’s Bench specializes in shoe and boot repairs and offers a full variety of shoe care and comfort items to keep your footwear looking and feeling great. You can visit them on weekdays from 8am to 6pm.
Golden Leon Shoe Repair Academy fixes all types of shoes and other leather items from 10am to 7pm Monday through Friday and until 5pm on Saturday.
Sole, heel, and insole replacements are among the services provided at Golden Shoe Repair.
Best Foot Forward is one of your go to shoe and leather care shops specializing in luxury brands of shoes, sandals, and boots that is open six days a week from 9am to 8pm.
High quality shoe and leather product repairs are the specialties of Fortunas Repair.
Nick’s is a full service shoe repair shop specializing in orthopedic shoe lifts.
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Enjoy Wearing Your New Shoes In Washington DC
Well guys, that is all we have to share with you today. Hopefully you learned at least a little something about where to buy all kinds of shoes in your area.
We covered local stores to buy sneakers, athletic shoes, designer options for women, dress shoes for men, and work boots along with where to go for shines and repairs. It would be great if you could let us know about any stores we missed in the comments, or if any of the above are no longer open.
Now you can go buy your next pair of shoes in Washington DC and have an awesome day.