Florsheim Welles

In 1892, Milton Florsheim began producing shoes in a small factory located in Chicago, Illinois. The first pairs of Florsheim® shoes made by Milton were a remarkable combination of style, comfort and high-quality workmanship. Early on, Milton Florsheim realized that a high-quality product was a factor necessary for success. Over a hundred years later, and that same attention to detail, comfort and quality still goes into every pair of Florsheim men’s shoes.

Florsheim sees classic styles as relevant today as when they first introduced them, yet they don’t hesitate to see new looks. Most importantly, they don’t hesitate to use new technologies and manufacturing processes that keep the Florsheim brand a current and relevant choice for men’s shoes. As a new class of working men and professionals emerged, Florsheim men’s shoes came to symbolize success and signaled a deep sense of self-respect as well as respect for those with whom you did business. From small-town entrepreneurs to big-city business men, Florsheim is proud to offer men essential and exceptional footwear for daily wear.

Over the years, Florsheim has also focused on adding contemporary and casual men's shoes to their traditional line. They are proud to say that Florsheim men’s shoes have not only withstood the test of time, but they remain decidedly instep with the times. Whether you’re looking for an oxford with a pop of color or a tried-and-true classic, Florsheim is sure to have the look you’re going for. They envision that future generations will look to Florsheim for dress, business and weekend shoes. One thing is for sure, there is always more to come from Florsheim.