Steve Madden established the Steve Madden, Ltd. Company in 1990 out of New York City. The company began primarily as a shoe company for women’s fashion but has evolved into much more. Steve Madden himself has and continues to play a major role in designing for the company. Although he is no longer CEO, he continues to lead the way of their fashion and ideas.

Steve Madden shoes are marketed to men, women and children. The shoes are a variety of styles from sandals, platforms, pumps, sneakers, boots, and even slippers in the women’s line. The men’s line consists of sneakers, boots, sandals, and dress shoes. Even the children shoes are full of bright colors, flashy materials and a wide variety of sneakers, sandals, boots, and some platform shoes perfect for the upcoming trendsetter. The company not only has the everyday product a consumer needs but also all the hot trends of tomorrow.

Steve Madden, Ltd. has paved the way in the shoe industry. Named as the 2006 “Company of the Year”, by the Footwear News Achievement Awards, Steve Madden, Ltd. is continuing its efforts to rival its competition. Now, you may order and create your own custom made design. Women can pick their favorite color and style on wedges, heels, flats, even sheepskin boots. They can be made with cheetah print fur or just green straps on a sandal if you prefer. Men can design their own shoe from picking their favorite colors of sneakers to custom-made blue dress shoes.

Steve Madden, Ltd. has not only taken over in the shoe industry but has become a leader in apparel. With new lines consisting of handbags, watches, belts, socks, and a wide range of clothing options, Steve Madden has taken its place as a major brand. The company ships worldwide and has retail mall stores, distributors, and wholesalers worldwide.