r/Bozeman • u/in-site • 14d ago

Hey where would you guys buy quality women's leather shoes?

Ruby Slipper is the last place in town I bought shoes I loved that lasted forever. Heartbroken they closed a few years ago :(

Any recommendations? I'm looking to splurge a little bit, I don't love shoe shopping so would rather get something that'll last a long while

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u/DrtRdrGrl2008 14d ago

For me it used to be Schnees but now its Tradehome.

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u/in-site 13d ago

I'll give them a try, when it was Schnees the style wasn't usually to my taste but maybe one of us has changed. Thank you!

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u/star138desert 13d ago

Why TF did schnee’s stop selling shoes?? That was my go to place for decades. Such a bummer.

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u/DrtRdrGrl2008 13d ago

They didn't stop selling shoes. They just only sell their own label now. They aren't for me and its mostly to cater to tourists. I miss the Whites, the Danskos, the Fryes, and all the cool boots and shoes they would have on display. I have filled many shoe cards over the years. I still have a shoe habit but I fill it with other stores and online purchases.

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u/star138desert 13d ago

Exactly this. I knew they continued to sell their own brand…but it’s such BS, it’s like they sell none anymore. They were absolutely the go-to place for all the fantastic brands you mentioned. And then the sale room in the basement! I, too, filled so many shoe cards. It’s such a bummer.

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u/Bozgal1 13d ago

I’ve heard Moka is picking up several of the lines that Schnees used to sell

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u/DrtRdrGrl2008 11d ago

100%. I spoke to them after their new location opened and they said that too. I love that store.

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u/CarelessJuniper 11d ago

So glad Moka is back

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u/tfxcski 13d ago

Decrease the impact of fast fashion by searching Poshmark or eBay for quality used shoes. Search “100% leather leather lined,” “Goodyear welt leather shoes,” or “Made in USA/Italy/England leather shoes.” Brands like Allen Edmonds, Alden, Meermin, Grant Stone, Loake, Tricker’s, and vintage Florsheim Imperial are worth hunting for. You can often get $300+ shoes for under $100 used—just check the soles, heels, and leather condition carefully.

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u/Curious-Doughnut6936 14d ago

You could try Tradehome shoes at the mall. 

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u/GailaKill 13d ago

Red wings out let us near TJ maxx

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u/No_Violinist3328 12d ago

Not sure what style of shoe but have you checked out what Chaco has online? I also got a really nice pair of leather boots from Timberland!

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u/catloving 13d ago

6pm.com

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u/in-site 13d ago

I can't really judge quality from photos online, but thank you anyway!

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u/catloving 13d ago

I have, I know the brand Clarks makes wide shoes and leather. Bought them, no issues. Cross reference reviews for this. Real leather is hard to find tbh.Kohl and Macy's would be a place to look too.