About Stan's Shoes
FROM THE MOMENT YOU WALK INTO STAN’S, YOU FEEL IT.
This is no ordinary shoe store. Stan’s believes in everything a single pair of shoes can be. And should be. The right shoes are transcendent. They can change how you look. How you feel. Even where you go. They should cradle you. Ground you. Inspire you to move forward. All at the same time. That’s why Stan’s curates the best brands from all over the world. The styles are fresh. The construction is exceptional. The comfort is quite simply a sigh of relief. We’re staffed by experts in the art of fitting a shoe. And caring about the person wearing it. Because we think one can’t happen without the other. So come in. Look around. Have a seat. We’ll help you discover the shoes you love. The shoes you can’t live without. The shoes you’ll wear out of the store and into the world.
Welcome to Stan’s Shoes.
Stan's Shoe x Midwest Shoe Merchants
Stan's Shoes is part of Midwest Shoe Merchants’ collection of family-owned stores.
Since its inception in 1950, Midwest Shoe Merchants reliably sourced stylish and comfortable footwear for the great Milwaukee area. Today, under the stewardship of it’s third-generation family owners, Midwest Shoe Merchants is recognized as one of the nation’s top independent Shoe retailers. With 7 brick and mortar locations under 4 distinct footwear retail brands and a thriving, national e-Commerce business, Midwest Shoe Merchants proudly serves a diverse clientele from all walks of life.
Stan and Emerence Sajdak established the roots of Milwaukee’s #1 Shoe Store when they opened Stan’s Bootery on 27th Street and Oklahoma Avenue in 1950.
Jim Sajdak, Stan and Emerence’s son, stepped into the family business after graduating college to establish his vision of growing the Stan's. Jim and his wife, Susan grew the business to multiple locations. Always being innovators and risk-takers in the Footwear Industry, Jim continues to be a prominent member of the Footwear Industry.
Purveyors of quality footwear sourced from around the world, we serve discerning customers from all walks of life under a portfolio of retail brands. More than just shoe merchants, we curate a broad selection of comfortable, contemporary styles while offering a personalized, high-touch, sit-and-fit experience and remarkable customer service at every location. Our team of experts guarantee that your feet are in good hands.
Jim and Susan’s four children joined the business at various times after college. Today, Andy, David, Megan and Ben are all owners of Midwest Shoe Merchants.
The family-owned business and passion of improving lives from the ground up has continued over the generations.
Midwest Shoe Merchant Locations:
- Stan's Shoes in Brookfield, Greenfield, and Glendale, WI.
- The Vionic Store in Brookfield, WI.
- Goodmiles Running Company in Brookfield and Greenfield, WI.
- Waxberg's Walk Shoppe in Niles, IL.
Partner with Us
Midwest Shoe Merchants prioritizes improving the communities where we, our team and our guest live, work and play.
Any Midwest Shoe Merchants retail store: Stan's Shoes, Waxberg's Walk Shoppe, The Vionic Store and Goodmiles Running Company can partner with your organization or company!
Ways to Partner with Us
We have partnered with Corporate businesses, healthcare institutions, and hospitality organizations to match shoes and orthotics with staff needs, whether it be finding slip-resistant shoes for restaurant workers, supportive shoes for walking around all day, or any other health and comfort concern. Contact us to connect!
Host a Share-A-Pair Shoe Drive: collect new and gently used shoes, sneakers, and boots along with new socks.
Please see our Share-A-Pair FAQ Page for more info and contact us if you'd like to host a shoe drive!
Hosting a Health Fair or want to learn more about 10 Steps to a Great Shoe Fit, Fall Prevention, or How to make the outfit - we can be the fashion and health experts! Contact us for more information.
We host a round up campaign to high light non-profits and important causes in our community to make a difference.
Private Shopping Experience
Host a Private Shopping Experience in our stores for your friends, company, or organization. Kick up your feet, celebrate, and shoe shop together!
Wellness Days
In an unstoppable combination of foot health experts, we team up with local hospitals and doctors to host Wellness Days in our our stores! Podiatrists, Physical Therapists, and medical professionals come on-site to provide our guests with a free consultation. The our Fit Specialists help guests find the shoes that are just right for them.
Fashion Shows
Our shoes are from all over the world, just waiting to make their runway debut. We’ve paired our shoes with anything, from men’s boxer briefs to women’s dresses and everything in between. Contact [email protected] to help plan your fashion show today.
Awards from the Community and Footwear Industry
We are honored to be named:
2007 - 2024 Stan's named Milwaukee’s Best Shoe Store by Milwaukee A-List.
2023 Waxberg's Walk Shoppe named Business of the Year by Niles Illinois Chamber of Commerce.
2014, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2023 Stan's named Milwaukee’s Best Shoe Store by Shepherd Express.
2017 Stan's named Business of the Year, Brookfield Chamber of Commerce.
2018 Stan's named Best of Greater Milwaukee, MKE Lifestyle Magazine.
2019, 2018 Stan's named Top Choice Awards by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
2015 Stan's Named Wisconsin’s Family Business, “Sole of the Family” award by Smith & Gesteland, First Bank Business Bank, and Whyte, Hirschboeck, Dudek Law Firm.
2014 Stan's named Southeastern Wisconsin’s Top 10 Businesses of the Year by Waukesha County Business Alliance.
2013 Stan's & Jim Sajdak named National Shoe Retailer of the Year by National Shoe Retailers Association
"Really great experience—my wife needed quality footwear for her job, where she's on her feet all day, and I feel like they have some of the highest quality in town. On top of that, the store is so nicely curated; you can see the shoes without being surrounded by aisle after aisle of boxes. An expert helps you by finding your size and expertly fitting the shoes. It's the best experience in town for shopping for high-quality shoes. The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable, and you can tell they care!"
"My 88-year-old mom was complaining of hip pain, and I recommended she get supportive and comfortable shoes. My usual 'go-to place' is Stan's. As we entered the store, Craig opened the door for us and gave us first-class, exceptional service! I explained what we needed, and he took phenomenal care of my mom, treating her with dignity and respect. It was a fantastic experience! Also, my mom's hip pain is gone!"
"I ordered a hard-to-find pair of Birkenstocks online from Denver. I was very impressed with the quick order fulfillment and excellent communication from order through delivery. I paid for the upgraded shipping, and the shoes arrived in 2 days. I would happily work with them again!"
Our Mission
Purveyors of quality footwear sourced from around the world, we serve discerning customers from all walks of life under a portfolio of retail brands.
More than just shoe merchants, we curate a broad selection of comfortable, contemporary styles while offering a personalized, high-touch, sit-and-fit experience and remarkable customer service at every location. Our team of experts guarantee that your feet are in good hands.
