Christine's Shoes & Accessories is situate at 7 High Street, Criccieth and was originally opened by Christine & Gordon Smith in 1977. After 37 years in the business they retired and closed the doors early in 2014. A short time after closing down Christine's sister, Sue, decided to take on the shop and re-opened the doors with new stock on the 9th June 2014. The shop continues to stock the same companies, with a few extras. RIEKER / REMONTE
The hugely popular Rieker brand. These shoes and boots are not merely decorative, fashionable, products. Their functional features mean they offer much more than that. Every shoe incorporates special construction and utilises lightweight and elastic components to achieve special antistress features. Minimum weight
2. Optimum shock absorbtion on varying surfaces
3. Maximum reflexibility
4. A construction that devotes space to areas where the foot expands through the day
Rieker shoes and boots are different from athletic shoes because the design of athletic shoes is mostly for short-term, high performance. The performance of Rieker shoes is not only measured by how fast you run or how high you jump, but how good you feel in everyday life. GABOR
Gabor Shoes AG based in Rosenheim is a leading manufacturer of high-quality ladies’ fashion shoes. Alongside the latest styles, fit and quality of workmanship are the essential features of the Gabor shoe brand. Today Gabor is one of the best known brands of ladies’ shoes in Germany and is also one of the largest in the sector in Europe and worldwide
CAPRICE
Caprice are world renowned for their comfort footwear and leading innovative comfort technology. Their products are protected by several registered european patents, which are the technical conversions of their central idea of “Walking on air”. Caprice customers will appreciate the combination of high fashion and comfort and wellness, which are essential features of Caprice products. ARA
Our feet have plenty to put up with, and any stress on them can have a detrimental effect on the whole body. A variety of features ensure that ara shoes stay comfortable even with prolonged wearing. For example, they cushion the step, and so help protect muscles, joints, bones and ligaments. Other features provide an optimal foot climate by ensuring high levels of breathability. And all our models combine a high degree of wearer comfort with fashionable styling. H B SHOES
Since 1964 HB Shoes has been a by-word in London for exquisitely designed Italian shoes. Originally based in Bond Street, HB pioneered the introduction of artisan Italian footwear to the best shoe shops in London, and later throughout the UK and Ireland. HB now source footwear from other European manufacturers but our pride in design, quality and fit remain the hallmark of our stable of brands. PADDERS
Comfort is their trademark
Padders have the concept of comfort so well sewn up that feelgoodfeet is their very own trademark. It's a word the sums up their unique approach to creating the ultimate in comfy footwear for men and women, with styles and materials based on exhaustive research into the physiology of feet. Using their own systems of design and manufacture, they've gone right back to basics to work out how shoes can be made lighter, more comfortably supportive and durable. Dual-Fit system
A wider fitting is made possible by removal of the footbed. This also allows orthotics to be added where required. CAPOLLINI
Capollini forges together original styling, stunning quality and affordability all into one. It is design led from our head office in the UK and manufactured primarily in Italy, Spain and Brazil. The broad collection uses high quality leathers and luxury suede's to provide classically exquisite, comfortable ladies footwear at affordable prices. Some styles are available in half sizes and you are free to choose just the sizes you require. CAMEL ACTIVE
Camel Active – is an international lifestyle brand for men. Camel Active typifies casual and modern shoes. Regardless whether vibrant cities or broad landscapes, Camel Active elicits a desire to discover new cultures and faraway lands. In doing so, camel active meets the demands of modern men and women who love to get out and about. Inspired by journeys to far-flung lands, Camel Active creates modern casual wear which combines natural, high-quality materials with functional elements and fabrics. You can find Camel Active products in selected specialist retailers and in more than 50 countries. START-RITE
With 220 years of experience and expertise, Start-rite are dedicated to creating quality, durable, stylish-fitted footwear designed especially for children of all ages. Now in an eighth generation family business, Start-rite has been trusted by generations of parents to care for their children's feet. With a heritage dating back to 1792, they retail through a network of over 400 independent and multiple retailers across the UK and internationally, so it's never been easier to find their products
RICOSTA
For more than 45 years Ricosta have manufactured children’s shoes of highest quality standards and functionality. Ricosta children’s shoes are still mainly made by hand. Highly trained employees are supported by up-to-date production machines and modern facilities. Depending on the style 80 to 100 working steps are necessary to make a perfect shoe. RICOSTA is one of a few shoe manufacturers still producing in Germany and neighbouring European countries. Strong brand – RICOSTA
•modern functional materials
•high-quality, ecological leathers
•free of hazardous materials
•environmentally friendly production
•long-lasting, premium-quality
NOTE: START RITE and RICOSTA both supply "Christine's" with "back to school" shoes. GIOSEPPO
Canvas summer shoes for the children. SKECHERS
Trainers and go-walks.
