Top 10 Original Leather Shoes Brands (Indian Brands)

1. Red Chief

Founded in 1997, Red Chief is an Indian leather footwear brand based in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh. It specializes in genuine leather shoes, including formal, casual, and outdoor footwear. 

Red Chief's shoes are durable and long lasting, but priced at a semi-premium segment, making it a leading player in the mid-range leather footwear market.

2. Lakhani

Founded in the 1980s, Lakhani Footwear Ltd. is an Indian-origin shoe brand based in Faridabad, Haryana. It is known for manufacturing affordable leather shoes, sports shoes, and casual footwear.

With a focus on cost-effective and durable footwear, Lakhani has a loyal customer base in tier-2 and tier-3 cities and caters to the budget-conscious segment.

3. Red Tape

Owned by Mirza International Ltd., Red Tape was launched in 1996 as a premium fashion and formal leather footwear brand.

It gained popularity in India and internationally, exporting to the UK, USA, and Europe. Red Tape has a stronghold in the formal and semi-formal footwear market and is sold through EBOs, multi-brand outlets, and online platforms.

4. ID (iD Footwear & Accessories)

Established in 2011, ID is an emerging premium leather footwear brand from India that focuses on modern, urban, and stylish leather designs.

It caters to fashion-conscious customers who prefer handcrafted leather shoes with a contemporary touch.ID has expanded through select retail stores and online platforms.

5. Mochi

Launched in 2000 under Metro Brands Ltd., Mochi is an Indian premium footwear brand that offers fashionable and formal leather shoes for men and women.

With over 190+ stores in India, it is well-established in malls and high-street locations, targeting urban professionals and youth.

6. Sreeleathers

Founded in West Bengal, Sreeleathers is a well-known Indian brand offering affordable leather shoes and accessories.

It has a strong presence in Eastern India, with stores in cities like Kolkata, Jamshedpur, and Bhubaneswar.

Known for quality at low prices, it has a loyal customer base in tier-2 and tier-3 cities.

7. Khadim

Established in 1965 in Kolkata, Khadim’s started as a footwear retailer before expanding into manufacturing and distribution.

It is a leading value-for-money brand catering to middle-class consumers. With over 750+ retail outlets and a strong supply chain, Khadim’s has significant market share in Eastern and Southern India.

8. Metro Shoes

Founded in 1947, Metro Shoes is one of India's largest footwear retail chains, offering a mix of domestic and international leather footwear brands.

It has a strong presence in urban India, with over 600+ stores nationwide. Metro Shoes focuses on premium quality and stylish designs, appealing to formal and fashion-conscious consumers.

9. Egoss

Egoss is an Indian leather footwear brand specializing in handcrafted formal and casual shoes.

It has a growing presence in multi-brand outlets and online marketplaces, targeting working professionals and businessmen.

10. Liberty Shoes

Established in 1954, Liberty Shoes is one of India’s oldest and largest footwear brands, headquartered in Karnal, Haryana.

It produces a wide range of leather and non-leather shoes and has a strong distribution network with 500+ exclusive stores across India.

Liberty exports to 25+ countries and has a diverse product portfolio, catering to different price segments.

Conclusion

These were the list of Indian brands manufacturing leather formal shoes. This list covered almost all the giant Indian companies of the leather shoe market. 

Indian has a wide manufacturing of these types of shoes and as a result majority of these companies also export their goods. Leather shoe market in India is huge and there are also international brands active in the Indian market such as Bata, Aldo, Lee Cooper.

However our Indian shoe brands still have a large market share and are growing rapidly.