I have to say there is not one pair of shoes in this shoe shop that I would buy and wear but I aim…read moreto be objective when I review and I know this shop would be a hit for a lot of women and girls. The shops is set out like a posh boutique apart from if you look closer a lot of the prices have been slashed. What really struck me about this shop was that about 90% of the shoes on display were sandal-esque. (And with the rain pouring down outside I found it hard to understand why). The covered shoes are ones you can imagine school girls begging their mums to get them. The whole left wall sparkles with shoes covered in glitter and diamantes. I can't think of any other time than a summer wedding where these would be worn. Either way they're all dainty and glitzy so wouldn't suit my man-size feet.

A lot of variety coupled with very competitive prices. The only shop in the vicinity that caters…read morefor fancy/party footwear of this calibre.

I have bought shoes from here a number of times over the last ten years or so, the shoes are very…read morewell made, something that has been confirmed to me by independent cobblers who I have used for a long time. The great things about the shoes is that due their welted construction they are repairable, not the case so much with cheaper shoes, also they are high quality and are very comfortable when worn in, also the service from the staff in the store is very good, a specialised profession not just a shop assistant's job. I have found them to be excellent, Mark, Daniel and Sam who has recently left to travel the east a sad loss, replaced by Zeb who doesn't seem to me to up to the same high standard as the others, although he is new and he needs to learn alot, so time will tell. Expect to pay for the quality of the shoes and of the service they average out at about £500 to £600 or more depending on the range that you choose from. All in all these shoes are an investment as they can be kept smart and comfortable for years with any repairs done by the company.

Ooh this is a posh shop - for ages I'd only dared peek in the window but I do know someone with…read moreoddly shaped feet who swears by this place so feel I can write about it with a bit of authority. Crockett and Jones (sorry but don't they sound like a crime fighting duo?) offer both a bespoke and more mainstream range of shoe ware. Although the handmade shoes are rather expensive they are, according to my oddly shaped footed friend totally worth it. The more main stream collection features beautiful looking brogues and low-heeled shoes and boots. As well as that they sell belts, boot polish and from what I gathered from my last peep in to the shop itself (I now know where the phrase 'well heeled' comes from - the gents in there looked loaded) a small selection of ladies shoes. Inside the store it's a nice mixture of wood and comfy chairs and surprisingly light - however I felt a tad self conscious in my hush puppies (scuffed) so made a hasty retreat. A quick visit to their website shows that as well as Birmingham, they have branches in Paris and New York - how many shoe stores do you know that can boast that?

Faith is a great place to find the absolute latest footwear trends. Very pricey, but worth it for…read moreunique shoes you won't see on anyone else. As I'm a tightwad, I only shop their sales, and still have never seen a pair of shoes I've purchased from Faith on anyone else (except a cross dresser in SoHo once, but that's not important right now). When looking for my wedding shoes, I wanted something really different and not typical. Wearing Converse or Docs under a big parfait wedding dress has been done and is a bit twee by now, so I couldn't do that, but wasn't sure exactly what I wanted. Poor Mr Yankee Girl traipsed into every shop in the Bullring whilst I Cinderella-ed every shoe in the kingdom searching for just what I wanted. I finally found the PERFECT pair at Faith. My dress was an unsual colour, sort of a light beige with pink and gold undertones. The shoes were five-inch-heeled gold sandals with slightly pink sparkly accents. With foot-less pantyhose and some toenail polish, I was good to go! One thing I really like about Faith is that their salespeople are always present and helpful, but never pounce. They just keep themselves busy arranging shoeses and walking about the store, so they are present but not like the annoying gadflies found in most shoe boutiques. Faith really has the feel of an upmarket boutique, and I feel gorgeous just walking in there. Their styles are always fresh and never just what everyone else is selling

A great shoe shop that goes up to a size 9! They have…read moreregular sale or discount offers on, so you can always afford a new pair of footwear without breaking the bank, but of course, as with any good shoe shop - you can easily spend too much, but who cares when the shoes are this good! Staff are always lovely and very helpful, but not in that pushy 'buy shoes!' way. Plus the shoes last forever! Go and try for yourself.

I nipped in to get some sandals for my wife as her cheaper ones from other retail outlets had fell…read moreapart after quite short usage. I was impressed by the quality so bought some causal shoes for holiday/home and some very sturdy slippers. I think there is a quote that - "Quality is remembered long after the price is forgotten." Nige

To be honest, I'd kind of almost given up on Clarks. They were relegated to the same category as…read moreEcco in my mind: kind of sensible and boring. I have to admit that they've surprised me! They've come on an awful lot in the last few years and now there are lots of fabulous styles, which also manage to be comfy. This branch is particularly good-they have a really large selection and the assistants are friendly. It's a bit annoying that they're trying to "help" once you walk in but they're actually not pushy at all. I think they just have to approach customers. They're quick to actually find the shoes if you do want to try some on and will find similar ones to try if the ones you want aren't there. They'll also order them for you if your size aren't available. They told me that they get more size 3s than the other branch nearby though, so you might not even have to wait if you try here! This has kind of become my go-to shoe shop, and not because of my advanced age and feet that are tired from running. It's bright, full of stock and shopping is a breeze. How could I not spend my money?

Sims is an independent shoe shop, which seems rare enough, selling a small but good range of both…read moremen's and women's shoes. I often go there for the Irregular Choice shoes they always stock. They also sell other well known brands including Rocketdog etc. Prices are pretty good and they will price match sale prices, which is really good. It's off the high street and near lovely boutiquey shops, so often much nicer to visit than crowded Bullring stores.

Chiropody is a place that specialises in feet treatment for things like verrucas and corns. There's…read moreno other place like this in Solihull. Whether it's treatment for a senior citizen with painful feat, toe nail cutting, or a young person with biomechanics or injury treatment, prevention or to improve performance, Solihull chiropody have a host of treatments for the whole body. For the services they offer, the prices are reasonable and all the treatments are from local professionals who are fully qualified. The staff are very friendly and helpful and full of tips and advice. Here's a useful one; before you go to bed rub moisturiser into your feet then wear a sock. The sock locks in the moisture so you're feet are soft when you wake up. As well as this the shop had some lovely pairs comfortable of shoes for most occasions (casual, exercise and smart casual.) The selection wasn't big but I guess most of the business is in their treatments. The prices were approximately thirty five pounds per pair and they also have shoe care products for sale.

Christine did a fabulous job, she was so welcoming and friendly I will defiantly be returning…read more THANKYOU!

If you are looking for formal and smart shoes then it's worth paying a visit to Gordon Scott. They…read moreregularly have sales on and the quality of the shoes make it worth the decent price that you pay. The shoe shop has been around for as long as I can remember and their styles have changed but now they currently just sell smart and formal shoes. I think the style of the shop matches what they specialise in but also makes me feel a bit sad every time I visit because it is very dull and boring. It feels as if the shop needs some stylish decor to compliment the shoes and generally make the shop look less bland. On the other hand there aren't many other shops in Solihull that specialise in formal and smart shoes. So maybe they're doing something right? Due to its good location, this is where I come if I need my shoes to help make a good impression. Plus I love the little monkey they have in the window. Overall I think you would have to like Gordon Scott's shoe styles in order to like anything else here.

The gorgeous smell of Italian leather always seems to draw me in whenever I'm passing this classy…read moreshoe shop in Solihull. Several popular big-name brands like Timberland, Converse and Hush Puppies are always available and Gordon Scott also stocks plush designer brands Ted Baker. Expectedly, everything in here is quite pricey, but the classy, elegant atmosphere inside is heart-warming to say the least and the laid-back staff never seem to jump on, or stare at browsers, so even if you're just window shopping, you're sure for a pleasant experience. If designer labels are your thing and your pockets are deep, you'll be in your element here.

I am always a big fan of places where the items on sale feel like a random collection of things…read morethat someone has collected over the years......If you are a fan of one offs and items with charm this little place in the Custard Factory is well worth a visit. You can pick up furniture and household items right through to clothes and accessories if you are not afraid to have a bit of a rummage. The things on sale here change all the time so it's not the kind of place I go looking for something specific. This is more a curiosity shop type vibe to browse through and discover what it is you went in there for along the way.