Our Story
After 30 years practicing as a Podiatrist Charlotte has seen almost every foot type and footwear style come through her door. Many of her clients had the same complaint…that they could never find a comfortable shoe that also looked great!! Charlotte realised that there was a huge demand for Fashionable Functional Footwear, and this led to the birth of The Shoe Room at Feet First Podiatry.
The Shoe Room was literally that, a small room housing a selection of shoes with features like extra depth, extra width and additional cushioning and support but also providing some style and colour.
Over the past years Charlotte has worked to develop relationships with suppliers and brands to create a footwear store that caters to a variety of clients, from
those with underlying medical conditions like diabetes and arthritis to those who are on their feet all day with their work and those clients who have to accommodate orthotics in their shoes.
Our Store
The Shoe Room quickly outgrew its location at Feet First Podiatry and in November 2019 relocated to a stand-alone shop at Upper Riccarton. We now carry many different brands, sourced from around the World, providing great fit for comfort and great looking styles for confidence in every situation.
Our Team
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Charlotte
After 30 years practicing as a Podiatrist Charlotte has seen almost every foot type and footwear style come through her door. Many of her clients had the same complaint…that they could never find a comfortable shoe that also looked great!! Charlotte realised that there was a huge demand for Fashionable Functional Footwear, and this led to the birth of The Shoe Room at Feet First Podiatry.
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Maree
The Shoe Room Team Member
Originally from Southland, Maree brings a wealth of experience in both retail and administration. With 18 years spent working at Southern Adventure Outdoor Store and 12 of those years also serving as Secretary for Scouting Southland, Maree’s expertise in customer service and organization is invaluable.
Since joining The Shoe Room team in January 2021, Maree has enjoyed helping customers find the perfect footwear, all while fostering great interactions with people from all walks of life. In addition to her role at The Shoe Room, Maree also works part-time as a receptionist at Feet First Podiatry, where her warmth and professionalism are appreciated by all.
Maree and her husband recently relocated to Rolleston to be closer to family, and they are loving the strong sense of connection that comes with it.
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Aimee
The Shoe Room Team Member
Born and raised in Invercargill, Aimee moved to Christchurch 8 years ago after traveling overseas. With previous experience at Ziera Shoes, Aimee has a keen understanding of the importance of comfortable, well-fitting footwear. She’s passionate about helping those who struggle to find the right shoes and is excited to bring her knowledge and experience to The Shoe Room. Aimee looks forward to helping customers find shoes that not only look great but feel great too!
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Jan
The Shoe Room Team Member
Jan was born and raised in Christchurch and now enjoys life on a small acreage near Lincoln with her family. Over the years, Jan has held various roles in the airline, retail, hospitality, and aged care industries. She’s especially excited to be part of The Shoe Room team, as her background includes working alongside her father in their family’s specialist shoe business, “Russell Shoes,” which proudly served Christchurch for 45 years.
Jan is looking forward to organizing and running The Shoe Room’s ‘Pop-Up’ sessions at aged care facilities across Canterbury. If your center would like to schedule a session, feel free to reach out at contact@theshoeroom.co.nz.
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Andrea
The Shoe Room Team Member
Meet Andrea, the newest addition to The Shoe Room team! Andrea is actively involved in the Aged Care Facility "Pop-Up" sessions alongside Jan, as well as the In-Home Footwear Fittings and assisting in The Shoe Room. With a diverse background in fashion, art photography, and real estate, Andrea brings a unique flair to helping customers find the perfect blend of function, comfort, and style. Expect a fun, relaxed, and informative experience as Andrea helps you discover the best shoes to suit your needs!
