First established in the UK in 1998 with 47 stores, Brantano Footwear has since built a loyal and expanding following and now has 145 stores. Unusually for a footwear store, Brantano Footwear bases its customer shopping experience on simplicity and convenience, placing all shoes and boots out for customers to try on as they browse. Footwear is competitively priced and affordable, with no compromises made on quality or style. Brantano Footwear stocks top brands including Clarks, Hush Puppies, Start-Rite, Skechers, Rocket Dog, Nike, Adidas, Reebok, Caterpillar, Gola and Kickers. The wide ranges of ladies' and mens' footwear include winter boots, snow boots, smart shoes, casual shoes, slippers and sandals, while ladies' shoes also include court shoes, platform shoes and wedges. Brantano Footwear also stock kids' shoes, including first shoes, school shoes and plimsolls. A range of bags, from handbags and clutch bags to satchels and school bags, is also stocked.