Allens Boots has been in the South Congress shopping district for years. The tan stucco exterior is pretty nondescript, but the boot-emblazoned sign by the door leaves no doubt as to what might be sold here. This is a serious shop for serious Western wear, from the Wranglers to Justin boots and more. This is where you can grab a classic Resistol hat and a pair of ropers, or a fancier set of lizard or snake skin boots. Fancy duds are available, but so are serious work clothes. While urban cowboys are welcome to shop here, the store caters to the real thing, too.

You don't have to be frustrated trying to find your shoe size in regular stores now. Big Shoes specializes in footwear for men with shoe sizes 13-22. Hush Puppies, Adidas, Birkenstock, DC Footwear, Puma, Timberland, Crocs, and other favorite brands are displayed. Sneakers, skates, running shoes, slippers, formal wear, and other styles can be bought in medium and wide widths. The store boasts of excellent customer care and also sells online. Accessories are also available.

Nordstrom was established in 1901 as a shoe store in Seattle. Located within the Barton Creek Square shopping center, this retail outlet is Nordstrom's full-line store. It has two levels dedicated to shirts, ties, handbags and fragrances, with a quarter of the ground floor dedicated only to women's shoes. Brands like Faconnable and Halogen are exclusive to the outlet. Nordstrom's personal shopping service(at no extra cost) is bound to make you feel like royalty. The Café Bistro and Espresso Bar further helps making indulgence a hard habit to break.

More than 60 years in the business, Karavel Shoes has the know-how to keep your feet healthy and comfortable. Corrective and comfort footwear are the specialties here, though you will also find athletic and dress shoes. Dozens of quality brands for men, women, and children are available, including Mephisto, New Balance, Clarks, Klogs and Birkenstock. Hard to find sizes and widths are also accommodated, and foot care products such as custom inserts, cushions and shoe modifications make for the perfect fit.