Yes, it is the thought that counts, but let’s think “useful” gifts that don’t just sit in a box or on a shelf and collect dust. The great thing about giving gifts from Brown’s Shoe Fit is we are experts on fit, comfort, and customer service. All that being said, what’s going to be the gifts people want this year?
Skechers Slip-Ins
Tired of bending over? Can’t bend over? Skechers has invented a technology that allows you to slip-in to a shoe with out using your finger or a shoe horn. We have a variety of styles for men and women that the hard to “please” person on your list will love.
Athletic Shoes
Everyone is wearing “running” shoes all day every day. We have a huge selection of athletic shoes for every day and for training. But if you are like me, the only place I run to is the fridge, but I still want a comfortable shoe. We have HOKA, On Running, Brooks, Asics, New Balance, Skechers, UYN, and few more!
Slippers
More and more people are staying home and realizing that they need good support even when they are just around the house. We carry popular brands in the slipper category that are know for quality and comfort. UGGS, Haflinger, Vionic, Oofos, Olukai and MORE! Warm and fuzzy to awesome support and cushion we have a slipper to fit everyone’s needs.
Hey Dude Shoes
You might have heard of this brand by now, but if you haven’t, they are an extremely light weight shoe that has a lot of cushion and the price is very affordable to be able to get everyone on your list a pair. They are made in a ton of colors and varieties of styles. We Stock Men’s and Women’s Hey Dudes. Lots of people wear them all day every day, and some just wear them around the house as a slipper. Either way if your special someone opens up their present and sees Hey Dudes, there will be a smile on their face!
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Boots
Let’s Face it, Northern Iowa Winters aren’t Fun, and usually by the holiday season we haven’t even started to see the worse of it. Does the person on your list need a snow boot? We have it. Does the person on your list need a work boot? We have it. Do they need a boot for everyday? We have it. Give the gift of comfort and durability and make someone’s YEAR by getting them a quality pair of Boots! Just a few of the brands that might be on your person’s list: Sorel, UGG, Taos, Ecco, Dansko, Born, Keen, Merrell, Oboz, Johnston & Murphy, Hey Dude, Red Wing, Timberland Pro, and truly many, many more.
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Stocking Stuffers
For that person that you want to get something nice, but maybe not a pair of shoes. We do a Buy 3 get 1 Free, Mix and Match sale with all of our Socks, Men’s Belts, Ridge Wallets, Ridge Key Organizers, Ridge Pocket Knives, Stocking hats, gloves, Oakley and Rayban Sunglasses.
Our most popular socks for this time of the year are Smartwool. They are made of a Merino Wool that is temperature regulated. Smartwool socks keep you warm when it’s cold, they keep your feet cool when it’s hot, guaranteed not to itch, and will eliminate the stink- seriously!
Men’s Belts can sometimes be tricky because you don’t know his size. That is until Mission Belt came along and made a belt that is one size fits most. It is a belt that features a ratchet system instead of holes. Buy this one size belt, and they can cut the strap to fit. With Mission Belt you can also buy separate buckles, or just straps so that they can customize to each outfit they are wearing.
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Gift Cards
Let’s face it sometimes you are just too busy to figure out something for everyone on your list. We have gift cards that can be loaded with any amount you would like.
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Thank you for reading our gift guide for 2026 and for supporting my staff, my family, and OUR community. We truly appreciate each and every one of one our customers. Please enjoy this holiday season and we wish you the best. Remember to smile!
Happy Holidays
Mark Toms- Owner Brown’s Shoe Fit
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