It's True—These Shoes Were Made for You
In a world where everything can start to look the same, there’s no better feeling than standing out and looking good doing it. The simplest way to do that? Through one of our personal favorite versions of self-expression: customizable shoes.
The appeal of customization is something we fully understand. Because what are the chances of finding someone who has the same pair of sneakers with that print, that leather detail, or—if you’re really taking it to heart—your name? We’re guessing little to none. And let’s be honest. The feeling of having something that’s as rare as you are is unlike any other. Plus, everything’s made exactly how you want it, which sounds like a win-win situation to us.
Ready to get started on your one-of-a-kind shoes? We found our favorite brands that’ll let you customize your pair, from the color of the sole to the laces. This is one item that’ll truly be all yours.
Adidas
Emilio Pucci
Nike
Vans
Reebok
Converse
New Balance
Let these shoes inspire you to get you started on your very own pair. Once you start wearing them, you won't be able to stop.

Dale Arden Chong is the Senior Fashion Commerce Editor at ELLE.com, where she edits and reports on the latest trends, labels, and designers in the fashion space to bring you the best items that will elevate your wardrobe. She has a robust knowledge of high-quality design, construction, and materials based on testing hundreds of products over her eight-plus years in the industry, writing stories for Glamour, Who What Wear, Entertainment Tonight, and others. Dale graduated magna cum laude from the University of Southern California's Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism with a degree in Journalism and a minor in Communication Design. In 2015, she was a finalist for the National Arts and Entertainment Journalism Award.