Brisbane City:
Where to buy shoes
Whether you’re searching for the perfect pump or chasing the latest sneaker drops, Brisbane City is your perfect sole-mate. Home to luxury fashion houses, specialist footwear boutiques and some of Brisbane’s best sneaker stores, Brisbane City is a destination for shoe lovers. From Edward Street and QueensPlaza to Queen Street Mall and beyond, this guide covers where your next stop is.
Luxury footwear
QueensPlaza is Brisbane’s home of luxury brands. If you’re hunting for a pair of statement shoes, hot-step it into Balenciaga, Gucci, Burberry, Salvatore Ferragamo, Dior, Fendi, Louis Vuitton, Saint Laurent and Scanlan Theodore for shelves lined with dazzling designs – you'll be sure to find plenty to tempt your wardrobe among the centre’s luxury boutiques.
From QueensPlaza, continue your shoe shopping spree along Edward Street. Among the designer storefronts, Michael Ogilvie and Hugo Boss offer refined footwear collections for men, spanning everything from sleek loafers and leather dress shoes to elevated everyday sneakers.
Specialist boutiques
For everyday luxury and style that won't blow your budget, QueensPlaza has a range of shops to discover, where Nine West and Jo Mercer are favourites for polished footwear that takes you from office to evening plans effortlessly. While you’re there, why not drop by Footgear and discover you next everyday comfort shoe – with a range of fashion-forward footwear and orthotic pairs too. For those cosy winter shoes, you’ll find the official UGG store stocked with classic sheepskin boots, slippers and slides. You can also find Peter Sheppard, operating since 1973, the boutique carries specialist shoes from more than 60 brands across Europe and the US.
Simple wander across Queen Street and step inside R.M. Williams – the iconic Aussie brand known for its handcrafted leather boots. The hardest part is choosing what colour to get.
As you make your way further into the Mall, stop by Birkenstock outside Brisbane Arcade to try some of the most comfortable sandals and slides available.
It doesn’t finish there, in Uptown, Queensland brand Skinnys operates its flagship store here, specialising in quality sheepskin footwear. Looking for a sale? Spendless and Novo are also found in Uptown, with plenty of styles available for a lower budget.
Department stores
Your one-stop-shop for all things fabulous and fashionable, over many levels David Jones has an extensive shoe range for women, men and children. From everyday favourites to luxury labels, you’ll find styles suited for work, play and special occasions.
Along the mall, international fashion favourite Zara keeps its footwear selection stocked with trending styles for every season.
You can always rely on Target in Uptown or Big W, in Edward Street’s Macarthur Central Shopping Centre, for affordable yet stylish footwear.
Fashion stores with footwear
While clothing may be the main attraction at many Queen Street Mall fashion boutiques, several brands stock footwear collections too. Pick up the perfect pair to complement Gorman’s colourful prints or complete a chic look from Seed or Country Road with shoes to match. When the outfit can come together from head to toe, why stop at the clothes rack?
Men's shoes
Beyond the department stores and luxury labels, Brisbane City is home to a selection of retailers dedicated men’s footwear. On Edward Street, shop the latest looks and new season styles at Aquila, perfect for shoes that suit both work and weekend adventures. For a complete wardrobe or a new occasion outfit, menswear boutique Peter Jackson stocks a range of footwear in addition to its tailoring, suits and clothing lines.
Sneakers
Looking for fresh kicks? Start along Queen Street Mall, with Culture Kings and Platypus packed with the latest from favourite street and sports brands with the likes of Nike to Adidas and everything in between. Continue to nearby Hype DC, Foot Locker and the adjacent House of Hoops store on Albert Street for more trending favourites. For the collectors and serious sneakerheads, be sure to check out Laced and Subtype for rare released and limited-edition styles.
If performance shoes are what you’re looking for to support running, hiking and playing sports, you’ll find two Rebel Sport stores just off the mall, along with Athlete’s Foot, where specialist fitting services will help you find your ‘glass slipper’, and the newly opened HOKA and Adidas stores are must visits. If comfort and casual style are more your speed, Skechers offers a wide range of everyday and athletic footwear designed for all-day wear.