Looking for shoe brands that start with B? This list covers 33 of them, from “Bata” to “Bandolino,” spanning everything from budget-friendly everyday shoes to handcrafted luxury leather footwear. You’ll find brands built for running, hiking, working outdoors, and dressing up, plus a few known mostly for comfort and casual style. Some have been around for over a century, while others are recent arrivals shaking up the industry with new ideas.

Shoe brands are companies that design, manufacture, or sell footwear under a specific name and identity. Many started as small family workshops before growing into global names people recognize instantly. Bata, for example, began in Czechoslovakia in 1894 and eventually became one of the largest shoe retailers on the planet, selling budget footwear across more than 70 countries.

Below you’ll find the table with the brand name, country of origin, specialty, founding year, and a short description for each one.

Brand: the name of the shoe company, so you can quickly spot the one you’re looking for or compare it with others.

Country of Origin: the country where the brand was founded, giving you a sense of its roots and cultural background.

Specialty: what the brand is best known for making, whether that’s running shoes, dress shoes, or work boots.

Founding Year: the year the company was established, helping you see how long it’s been in business.

Description: a short summary of the brand’s history and what makes it stand out, so you can learn more at a glance.

Shoe brands

BrandCountry of OriginSpecialtyFounding Year
BataCzechoslovakiaAffordable everyday and school shoes1894
BirkenstockGermanyContoured comfort sandals and orthopedic footwear1774
BrooksUnited StatesPerformance running shoes1914
BalenciagaSpainLuxury fashion and statement sneakers1919
BallySwitzerlandLuxury leather shoes and accessories1851
BerlutiFranceHandmade luxury men’s leather shoes1895
BostonianUnited StatesClassic men’s dress shoes1899
Bruno MagliItalyLuxury Italian leather shoes1936
BlundstoneAustraliaDurable pull-on work and Chelsea boots1870
BearpawUnited StatesSheepskin-lined boots and slippers2001
BogsUnited StatesWaterproof insulated boots1998
BassUnited StatesPenny loafers and casual leather shoes1876
BuffaloGermanyChunky platform sneakers and boots1979
BensimonFranceSimple canvas tennis sneakers1979
Blowfish MalibuUnited StatesTrendy bohemian women’s shoes and boots1997
BaffinCanadaExtreme cold-weather and industrial boots1979
BellevilleUnited StatesMilitary and tactical combat boots1904
British KnightsUnited StatesRetro basketball-style sneakers1983
BornUnited StatesHandcrafted comfort shoes1989
BobuxNew ZealandSoft-soled baby and kids’ shoes1991
Billy FootwearUnited StatesAdaptive zip-around shoes2013
Bottega VenetaItalyLuxury leather goods and shoes1966
Brunello CucinelliItalyLuxury cashmere-and-leather footwear1978
BarkerUnited KingdomTraditional Goodyear-welted men’s shoes1880
Björn BorgSwedenSportswear and sneakers1989
BershkaSpainFast-fashion footwear and apparel1998
BucketfeetUnited StatesArtist-designed canvas sneakers2011
BALRNetherlandsAthletic-inspired luxury sportswear and sneakers2013
BuscemiUnited StatesLuxury streetwear sneakers2013
BobbiesFranceHandmade women’s leather shoes2011
BirdiesUnited StatesComfortable flats disguised as slippers2015
BakersUnited StatesTrendy women’s fashion shoes1924
BandolinoUnited StatesWomen’s fashion shoes1976

Descriptions

Bata
Founded by Tomáš Baťa, Bata grew into one of the world’s largest shoe retailers, selling budget-friendly footwear across more than 70 countries, especially popular in Asia, Africa, and Latin America.
Birkenstock
A German family business tracing its shoemaking roots to the 18th century, Birkenstock is famous for its contoured cork-latex footbed sandals that became a global comfort-fashion icon.
Brooks
Originally a maker of bathing shoes and cleats, Brooks reinvented itself in the 1970s as a dedicated running shoe brand and is now a favorite among serious runners.
Balenciaga
Founded by couturier Cristóbal Balenciaga, this Paris-based luxury house became a streetwear sensation with chunky sneakers like the Triple S and Speed Trainer.
Bally
A Swiss heritage house founded by Carl Franz Bally, known for handcrafted leather loafers, boots, and accessories that blend classic European craftsmanship with modern style.
Berluti
Founded by Italian-born shoemaker Alessandro Berluti in Paris, this house is renowned for its patina finishes and bespoke leather dress shoes favored by discerning gentlemen.
Bostonian
An American footwear brand known for polished, comfortable dress shoes and business casual styles, Bostonian has outfitted professional men for over a century.
Bruno Magli
Founded by five Magli brothers in Bologna, this Italian house is celebrated for elegant, handcrafted leather shoes that combine fashion-forward design with comfort.
Blundstone
This Tasmanian brand built its reputation on tough, elastic-sided boots originally made for farmers and tradespeople, now worn worldwide as a rugged-yet-stylish wardrobe staple.
Bearpaw
A California-founded brand best known for cozy, faux-fur-lined boots and slippers offered as an affordable alternative to premium sheepskin footwear.
Bogs
Born in Oregon, Bogs specializes in fully waterproof rubber and neoprene boots designed to keep feet dry and warm in mud, snow, and rain.
Bass
Founded by George Henry Bass in Maine, this brand popularized the “Weejun” penny loafer in the 1930s and remains an American classic for casual leather footwear.
Buffalo
Made famous by the towering platform boots worn by the Spice Girls in the 1990s, Buffalo built its identity on bold, exaggerated platform footwear.
Bensimon
A French label known for its minimalist, brightly colored canvas “tennis” sneakers, Bensimon became a wardrobe staple for effortless Parisian casual style.
Blowfish Malibu
A California-inspired brand offering playful, affordably priced women’s sneakers, sandals, and boots with a relaxed, beachy aesthetic.
Baffin
A Canadian brand engineered for brutal winters, Baffin makes heavily insulated boots rated for extreme sub-zero temperatures, used by workers and arctic explorers alike.
Belleville
An Illinois-based bootmaker supplying rugged combat and tactical boots to the U.S. military and outdoor workers for over a century.
British Knights
Known by its “BK” logo, this brand rose to fame in the late 1980s hip-hop scene with bold, chunky basketball sneakers and remains a nostalgic streetwear favorite.
Born
Also styled “Børn,” this brand focuses on hand-sewn opanka-construction leather shoes that prioritize all-day comfort without sacrificing style.
Bobux
A New Zealand brand specializing in flexible, foot-healthy shoes for babies and toddlers designed to mimic barefoot walking as children learn to move.
Billy Footwear
Designed with a wraparound zipper instead of laces, Billy Footwear makes stylish sneakers and boots easy to put on for people with disabilities or limited mobility.
Bottega Veneta
An Italian luxury house celebrated for its signature woven “intrecciato” leather, Bottega Veneta produces refined, understated shoes alongside its famous handbags.
Brunello Cucinelli
An Italian luxury label best known for cashmere knitwear, Brunello Cucinelli also crafts understated, high-quality leather shoes and sneakers for its “quiet luxury” aesthetic.
Barker
A Northamptonshire, England shoemaker producing classic, durable men’s shoes using traditional Goodyear-welted construction that allows them to be resoled for decades.
Björn Borg
Named after the Swedish tennis champion, this Scandinavian brand produces sporty sneakers, underwear, and activewear with a bold, athletic aesthetic.
Bershka
Part of the Spanish Inditex group, which also owns Zara, Bershka targets young, trend-driven shoppers with affordable, of-the-moment sneakers and shoes.
Bucketfeet
A Chicago-founded brand that partners with independent artists worldwide to print original artwork onto canvas sneakers, blending street art with footwear.
BALR
Founded by two former professional footballers, this Dutch brand blends sporty streetwear with a premium, “athletic luxury” aesthetic including sneakers.
Buscemi
Founded by designer Jon Buscemi, this New York label is famous for its padlock-adorned “100mm” luxury sneaker, popular in hip-hop and celebrity circles.
Bobbies
A French direct-to-consumer brand offering handcrafted, comfortable leather flats, loafers, and boots for women at accessible prices.
Birdies
An American brand that reimagined the slipper as a chic, structured flat, popularizing cozy-yet-polished footwear that can be worn indoors or out.
Bakers
A long-running American women’s footwear brand based in St. Louis, known for on-trend heels, boots, and sandals at mall-friendly prices.
Bandolino
An American women’s footwear label offering stylish, moderately priced heels, flats, and boots aimed at fashion-conscious everyday shoppers.
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