8 Shoe Brands That Will Give Your Collection the Style Refresh It Deserves

Aurora James is one of the most renowned accessory designers in fashion and is also the face behind the call to action for brands to buy at least 15 percent of products from Black-owned businesses. With her Brother Vellies shoes in particular (especially those furry slides) making waves at first, the brand was founded on the purpose of keeping traditional African design processes alive.

Brother Vellies Abbi Flatform Sandals ($358, originally $715)

Brother Vellies Burkina Striped Sandal Blue/ Orange ($285)

Brother Vellies Paloma Sandals ($274, originally $685)

Launched in 2018 by French designer Leslie Halfon, Arizona Love's summery footwear range is a modern take on the traditional hiking sandal, and it's easy to see why they've already earned a place of choice in many an influencer's shoe closet.

Arizona Love Trekky Pearls ($174)

Arizona Love Trekky Platform TDY Bandana ($129)

Arizona Love Trekky Lace Crochet ($152)

Based in London and launched in 2010, contemporary shoe label Miista plays with shapes, colors, and materials without sacrificing quality, wearability, or price.

Miista Caroline Woven Leather Boots ($455)

Miista Carissa Towel Sandals ($238)

Miista Karolina Patent Leather Mules ($350)

Renowned for her signature flare heels, Amina Muaddi has been taking the industry by storm since the launch of her namesake label, and her playful yet sexy stilettos have since been worn by Rihanna, Dua Lipa, and Kendal Jenner — among many, many others.

Amina Muaddi Lupita PVC Mules ($615)

Amina Muaddi Gilda Crystal-embellished Sandals ($1,000)

Amina Muaddi Adowa Embellished Feather Satin Sandals ($865)

Inspired by the clean lines of midcentury architecture, London-based Neous offers a modern take on shoes with unexpected color combinations and fabric contrasts.

Neous Phinia Ballerina Shoes ($532)

Neous Calpa Sandals ($582)

Neous Bophy Mules ($563)

Launched in Fall 2017, Nicole Saldaña's footwear brand didn't take long to charm the fashion industry with her cute yet practical footwear. Fans of her embellished clogs and leather Mary Janes already include Bella Hadid and Jorja Smith.

Nicole Saldaña Bibi Clogs ($425)

Nicole Saldaña Fabiana Mary Janes ($390)

Nicole Saldaña Karina Sandals ($285, originally $420)

Launched in 2016 by Icelandic designer Katrín Alder and loved by Eva Chen, Kalda's mission is to offer quality shoes without the hefty price tag. The result? Fun accessories that will make a serious fashion statement.

Kalda Fory Boot ($477)

Kalda Cyland Mule ($188)

Kala Simon Mini Sandal ($362)

After working at DKNY and Tory Burch, Spanish designer Mercedes Castillo launched her eponymous shoe line in 2017, which draws inspiration from modern, geometrical shapes.

Mercedes Castillo Kelise Crystal-embellished Sandals ($425)

Mercedes Castillo renah Leather Combat Boots ($595)

Mercedes Castillo Kuri Transparent Slide Sandals ($350)

Based in Boston, M.Gemi works with Italian factories to make luxury footwear more accessible, with prices starting at $148. In addition to its usual Spring and Fall collections, M.Gemi also drops new limited-edition styles every Monday, which is a nice way to start the week!

M.Gemi The Gabriana Sandal ($228)

M.Gemi The Lilliana Sandal ($248)

M.Gemi The Volata Sneaker ($248)