Remember the fairy tale of The Elves and the Shoemaker? Well, when I walked in here, I was almost…read morecertain that this was the Shoemaker. The shop is a tiny little shop, with leather in a pile, a heavy duty sewing machine, and many finished shoes in racks. All the shoes are handmade, and he has been making these for 20 years. What an amazing skill, and I am so happy that this shop is still around. It's a great shop to get sandals, slippers, and doc martenesque shoes where you get to meet the man who makes them! He does repairs too, so bring on down your old shoes and him and his elves will fix them up good. If you need a good boot, or some sandals for the summer, don't go to the high street; come here instead for something different!

If ever there was a shop that is as it was a hundred years ago, this is it. A prime example of a…read moretraditional skill taught, learnt and being used to earn a decent living. Phil Wilkins is said labourer and The Handmade Shoe Co is his business set up through the traditional working of leather. Having been in the game for some twenty seven years Phil has set up shop in central Bristol in his shop space / working space. Being something of a small time craftsman myself I have from time to time popped in to get information and advice. The shoes, bags, belts and leather accessories are all made on site and of good quality. The shoe designs are unique and can be made to measure even the tiniest of paws and the biggest of loafers. This is also a good place to bring any leather goods that need repairing. A good place indeed to see people, not machines, hard at work doing what they love.

what a remarkable little shop! it doesn't look like much from the outside but inside its a treasure…read moretrove of shoe brands. you can buy Doc Martens, Crocs, Seasalt sandals, Sketchers, and a whole lot more. this space also includes a skateboarding wall, and you can pick up a new pair of trucks, wheels or bearings with your board. Service was a bit lackadaisical but hey, we're on holiday so time pressure isn't an issue. But also the reason for only 4*

Office makes me drool just thinking about it. Who would have thought such a funky shoes shop would…read morehave such an incredibly dull name. Oh well. I've been a fan for a while now (since I first stepped foot in the London branch in fact) so excuse me if I go off into Carrie Bradshaw mode... They do beautiful, retro-chic trainers and deliciously high heels. Right now there's shiny leather boots and cute pumps jostling for space on the shelves. A word of warning - leave your credit cards at home - you could spend a fortune on canvas and leather right here. I keep expecting the shop to move into Cabot's Circus, but so far it's remained separate. Watch this space though. A downside is that the sales staff are on the snooty/cool-as-a-cucumber side, but always happy to get you the correct size (and take your dosh!)

While some sports shops concentrate on providing sporting goods, and others try and keep a balance…read morebetween that and fashion, Office concentrates solely on the aesthetically pleasing side of the trainer world (with added shoes thrown in). The likes of Adidas, Nike, Etnies, Converse and New Balance are to the fore here. This has to be Bristol's best trainer shop, with shoes of all sizes and colours (many too fashionable for the likes of you or I to attempt to don), a proportion of which are exclusive to Office. They also seem to have a permanent sale on, which is worth checking out.

If the shoe fits, buy it in every colour! No, I don't have…read morehundreds of shoes but I know people who do. Pavers Outlet is rather extraordinary - I got some desiner trainers for £14, but casual slingbacks cost me £34. Mind you most of the footwear is Italian, even in the Outlet. In the other half of the store, are brands which are far more expensive. My friend and I examined an exquiste stiletto in a neutal colour with embroiderie, around £120. 'Great for a wedding!' I decided. 'Or just round the house' said my friend. 'Yes, with nothing else on' I concurred. Really besides real elagance like that, you get The Really Useful Shoe, The Flatty, Trouser Shoes, and all points in between those. Some of their mules are great, flattering and summery. There is every type of shoe Under The Sun. Oh, but the boots! Now, I do have a boot fetish and I get most of my boots here. Usually I wait for the sale and get two pairs maybe. The staff are good fun, enjoy my visits with a certain friend, and are helpful to boot!!! Oh, the good ones are the best!

Do you see what they've done? It's a play on words. They've used the word 'solelution'…read moredeliberately because it sounds like the word solution. The intention is a suggestion that this place can solve all your woes, sole related. Wonderful, except I couldn't see any fish anywhere. Anywhere. This place sell shoes. Unfortunately not shoes I like. Standard shoe shop with expensive ranges I've never heard of. This is not surprising though as I have no fashion taste at all. I wear clothes because I have to. This is probably the best shoe shop in Portishead. Sorry, the only shoe shop in Portishead (that I know of). I hope this helps. Bye.

When they were building the flats behind this shop its wall collapsed, with hundreds of boxes of…read moreshoes falling into the building site. They've recovered from that though and are back in business. This is somewhere for sensible shoes. I got trooped up here regularly in my youth as I outgrew my school shoes or put holes in them. I wasn't the sort of kid that likes buying shoes (actually, do any?) but the staff managed to get me to sit down, trot around in various pairs, and say which ones I liked, so hats off to them. Actually having people to help fit your shoes is so important, I reckon. It's all too easy to get some with a slight rub, which then turns out to give you blisters for the next four months. They've got a huge stock (they're especially good for half sizes), making them good if you need something very specific. The shoe repair service they do is cheap and quick. Furthermore, they seem to sell fairly sturdy stuff - nothing that'll fall apart within two weeks of your taking it home. They're a great place to get comfy work shoes that'll last you for a while.

What a brilliant little shoe shop. Classy, comfortable footwear. Staff have excellent product…read moreknowledge and will find the perfect shoes to fit you. Since this shop opened I have bought boots for winter, shoes for summer and also for mid season wear. Small shop so small range, but top quality.

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Buzz has managed to retain its position as one of Cardiff's coolest shoe shops despite stiff…read morecompetition from chains such as Schuh. With Converse, Blowfish, Vans, Draven, Dr Martens and lots of other popular brands in stock, Buzz appeals to students with fresh loans or people looking for mainly non-work shoes - although it also stocks some great boots in the winter. The staff are generally really helpful and quick to serve you. By making sure their stock is constantly changing and bang on-trend, Buzz has stayed ahead of the game and - with its independent status - has that added cool factor.

This is an amazing shoe shop. Staff were so helpful and…read morepatient. I'm so fussy about what I like. They gave me an honest opinion too, rare these days.... Need new boots so making the journey as well worth it. Thanks guys...... much appreciated. See you soon

I always come here to buy mine and my childrens shoes as they are a lot cheaper then other stores…read more Their is a really good selection of shoe and boots. The staff are friendly and helpful and are their to measure your children's feet and makes sure the shoe fit correctly.

Small factory shop located next to Sainsburys in Worle. Generally very quiet and worth visiting if…read moreyou are really keen on bargain hunting although I have yet to find anything I wanted or liked. A bit of a mess with shoes all over the floor so look where you are going, especially if navigating a pushchair.

The range of shoes in this shop is phenomenal considering the size of it, set in the heart of…read moreClifton Village. If there is something you require, they make every effort to find both the shoe and the size as quickly as possible. Though this may not be the type of place a teenager looking for a high-trend 6 inch heels for a night out, they do cover everything from casual footwear to things for formal occasions. Though it may seem that this is more of your grannies 'bag' from the outside, they do have some funky footwear within, and round the back there is even a bargain room, where you can find shoes starting at a tenner a go!

Such cute clothes and everyone who works here is so nice! My husband and I have purchased quite a…read morefew items here and we've really enjoyed the experience every time!

Welcome to the Clifton fashion boutique Maze…read more I visited here during the January sales hoping to find a bargain, more specifically I had tried a dress on in the French Connection in town which I really liked but needed a size 8. My heart did a little jump when I found that they did indeed have a size 8! But it fell right down to my feet when I saw they had it priced more more than double the FC sale price! I asked the shop assistant if perhaps it hadn't been marked down again yet but she informed me in a kind of 'how-many-more-times-do-I-have-to-go-through-this' kind of way that although they stocked FC lines, they do not have to mirror their prices. I was quite disappointed! Generally speaking, the ladies things are very nice but very expensive. But then, that's Clifton; in the changing room I overheard someone trying a dress on for her upcoming trip down the red carpet at the BRITS or BAFTAS or something like that! I think the men's section might be a bit better though.