Brown School Shoes
Brown school shoes at Williams come in leather lace-ups, Mary Janes and desert boots from ROC, Colorado, Lynx and Harrison, for schools that ask for brown rather than black. Browse them alongside our black school shoes, or visit us in store for a fitting before term.
Brown school shoes for every stage
Brown school shoes are less common than black, and a few schools, including some in South East Queensland, make brown the uniform colour. For primary school, ROC Lattice and Lauren are brown leather Mary Janes, and Lynx Dash and Colorado Roar Junior give adjustable strap options.
For senior students, ROC Larrikin and Colorado Roar come in brown leather lace-ups, with Colorado Solar and Harrison Indiana as further choices. ROC Dakota adds a low heel in a smooth brown saddle leather for schools that allow one, and ROC Jumbuk desert boots suit schools where boots are part of the uniform. Our ROC school shoes carry the widest choice of brown styles.
Finding and caring for brown school shoes
Because brown is a smaller range, not every size is on the shelf in every store. If yours is missing, staff can often order it in from another store, so it is worth asking rather than settling for the closest fit. Our Mary Jane school shoes and lace-ups are worth checking early in January.
Brown leather needs a matching brown polish rather than a neutral one, or scuffs show through as pale marks. Brush off dirt after school, polish weekly and keep the pair for school rather than sport so it lasts until it is outgrown.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Which schools require brown school shoes?
A: A few schools, including some in South East Queensland, ask for brown instead of black. The uniform guide will say which colour is required and whether lace-ups, Mary Janes or boots are allowed.
Q: What if my size is not available in brown?
A: Ask in store. Brown ranges are smaller, and staff can often order a size in from another store so you get the right fit rather than the closest one.
Q: How do I polish brown leather school shoes?
A: Use a brown polish that matches the shade of the leather. Clean off dirt first, apply a thin coat, let it dry and buff with a soft cloth to bring back an even colour.
Q: Are brown desert boots allowed at school?
A: Some schools allow brown desert boots and others require a low lace-up. ROC Jumbuk suits schools that allow boots, so check the uniform policy before buying.
Q: Do brown school shoes come in wide fittings?
A: Some do. Colorado Roar is made in several width fittings and comes in brown, so a broad or narrow foot can wear the same style as the rest of the class. A fitting in store will show which width suits.
