Buying Shoes in Belfast

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Cotta
Cotta Posts: 3,667 Forumite
edited 18 January 2017 at 1:36PM in N. Ireland
Hi All,

Where do people recommend buying a good pair of shoes from in Belfast? I'm looking for a pair for work and but I have recently been let down by places such as SD Kells and Next where the quality of shoes was very poor and as a result they lasted a very short period of time. Obviously places keenly priced are an advantage too.

Thanks in advance.

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  • guiriman
    guiriman Posts: 525 Forumite
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    I've got my last two pairs of shoes from Clarks and not had any issues (ie they've lasted 2-3 years and didn't break the bank). In all fairness though I didn't shop in Belfast but went to their stores in Banbridge Outlet and Junction 1 for mine. Prior to that I got a pair in TK Maxx and was happy with them also.
  • bingo_bango
    bingo_bango Posts: 2,594 Forumite
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    Came here to say Clarks as well. Sale still on in Royal Avenue and I got a pair (mens) for work for £19 a few days ago.

    Have also ordered on the Clarks website before, which can be picked up in a local store, and returned there if necessary.
  • BigAl94
    BigAl94 Posts: 1,919 Forumite
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    Try Reids in Sandy Row or Market Square, Lisburn. Great selection at good prices.
  • belfastgirl23
    belfastgirl23 Posts: 8,025 Forumite
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    Another vote for Reid's. Good quality shoes and old fashioned service. You could try Ecco or hotter both near cornmarket too. Expensive but they last!
  • Zola.
    Zola. Posts: 2,204 Forumite
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    Clarks also, they seem to have a bad rep, but the last two pairs I have got have lasted very well and the leather seems decent enough quality.

    Paid 50-60 tops.....not much for something you can wear 5 days a week for 8 hours at a time...
  • Cotta
    Cotta Posts: 3,667 Forumite
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    I went to Clarks in the town centre, however the selection was very poor. I then went out to Reids which had a much bigger selection (some very expensive) and opted for a pair of "Clarks" so I ultimately availed of both recommendations. Customer service was very good at Reids and there was a good range too. The shoes have rubber soles and cost a reasonable £60, I'm confident of better results.

    Thanks again everyone.
  • samanthani
    samanthani Posts: 12 Forumite
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    belfastgirl23 wrote: »
    Another vote for Reid's. Good quality shoes and old fashioned service. You could try Ecco or hotter both near cornmarket too. Expensive but they last!

    I have a pair of shoes that I bought from hotter many years ago. I've worn them a lot, and they're still in great condition (and they're soooo comfy :) ). I bought them from my local shop in Downpatrick, and they were pricey, but they usually have bargains on their website.

    Sam
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