Custom Shoes Market Report 2026

The custom shoes market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $2.79 billion in 2025 to $3.06 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in consumer preference for customized products, expansion of athletic and lifestyle footwear demand, availability of advanced shoe materials, rising disposable income levels, growth of direct-to-consumer footwear brands.

The custom shoes market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $4.42 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing adoption of digital customization tools, rising focus on sustainable footwear materials, expansion of e-commerce footwear sales, growing demand for performance-optimized shoes, innovation in automated footwear manufacturing. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing demand for personalized footwear designs, rising adoption of 3d foot scanning technologies, growing preference for made-to-order shoes, expansion of online customization platforms, enhanced focus on ergonomic fit and comfort.

The expansion of e-commerce is expected to drive the growth of the custom shoes market in the coming years. E-commerce, also known as electronic commerce, involves the buying and selling of goods and services over the internet, including the digital exchange of payments and data. The sector has experienced significant growth due to factors such as the convenience of online shopping, access to a wider range of products, and increasing use of mobile devices for purchases. The rise of e-commerce has supported the adoption of custom shoes, as online platforms provide extensive options that allow consumers to design and personalize footwear based on their preferences, fit requirements, and activities. For example, in November 2023, according to reports from the United States Census Bureau, a US-based government agency, retail e-commerce sales in the United States reached $284.1 billion in the third quarter of 2023, representing a 7.6% increase compared to the same period in 2022 and accounting for 15.6% of total retail sales. Therefore, the growth of e-commerce is contributing to the expansion of the custom shoes market.

Companies operating in the custom shoes market are increasingly focusing on advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI)-driven design platforms to deliver highly personalized footwear with improved fit, comfort, and style compared to standard mass-produced shoes. AI-powered design platforms use sophisticated algorithms and data analytics to enhance the footwear design process by automating customization, improving aesthetic and functional outcomes, and accelerating product development cycles. For instance, in September 2025, IAMBIC, a US-based footwear brand, launched an AI-driven shoe design platform that allows customers to scan their feet using a smartphone, receive personalized design suggestions, and customize materials, colors, and sole configurations. The platform features real-time AI-based fitting guidance, customizable visual designs, and integration with 3D printing technologies to enable precise manufacturing. It supports applications across athletic, lifestyle, and orthopedic footwear, offering benefits such as improved comfort, greater fit accuracy, and uniquely tailored shoe designs.

In July 2023, Compagnie Financière Richemont SA, a Switzerland-based luxury goods manufacturer, acquired a controlling stake in Gianvito Rossi S.r.l. for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Richemont aims to strengthen its luxury footwear portfolio and support long-term growth by working closely with the brand’s founder. Gianvito Rossi S.r.l. is an Italy-based luxury fashion company specializing in the design and manufacture of high-end footwear for global markets.

Major companies operating in the custom shoes market are John Lobb, Edward Green & Co. Ltd, Crockett & Jones Ltd, Carmina Shoemaker, Gaziano & Girling, George Cleverley, Berluti, Aubercy, Stefano Bemer, Yohei Fukuda, Enzo Bonafe, Norman Vilalta, Saint Crispin’s, Rancourt & Company Shoecrafters Inc, Undandy S.A., AliveShoes Inc, Shoes Of Prey, Toesmith Shoes Inc, Right Way Custom Molded Shoes Inc, Feit, Ace Marks.

North America was the largest region in the custom shoes market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the custom shoes market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the custom shoes market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The custom shoes market consists of sales of products such as sneakers, dress shoes, boots, sandals, loafers, flats, oxfords, and moccasins. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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