DocumentationWhat Are BC Shoes? A Guide to BC Footwear
BC Shoes are 100% vegan women's shoes born in California: platform mules, loafers, Mary Janes, sandals, boots and sneakers from BC Footwear.
Quick answer: BC Shoes, also called BC Footwear, is a California-born brand of women's fashion shoes. BC stands for Born in California. We design 100% vegan, cruelty-free footwear: platform mules, loafers, Mary Janes, boots, sandals, heels and sneakers with punchy colors, chunky soles and a playful attitude.
What BC Shoes are
BC Shoes is the everyday name for BC Footwear, a women's footwear label that is the sister brand of Seychelles. The name is short for Born in California, and our West Coast style goes back to 2002.
Our shoes are laid back, funky and a little bit curious. Think chunky platforms, retro buckles, cozy textures and bold colors, built to be easy to wear and easy to love. If you searched for "bc shoes," "bc footwear" or "women's bc shoes," you are in the right place. They all point to the same brand.
What we make
Our collection covers six main groups:
- Platform mules and clogs, such as Evolution and Jackpot
- Loafers and Mary Janes, such as Fiction, Ambitious and Fan Club
- Boots, including moto, sock-style, tall and faux-fur styles such as Koko, Unmatched and Teddy
- Sandals, from platform and thong styles to footbed slides
- Heels, from low block heels to kitten-heel thongs
- Fashion sneakers, such as the low-profile Winnie
Each style has its own heel height, platform height and fit. Our size chart and fit notes by style explain how to choose.
What makes them different
100% vegan and cruelty-free
Every pair is vegan. We use materials such as V-Leather and V-Suede instead of animal-derived ones. Read more in Are BC Shoes vegan? and vegan materials explained.
Packaging with less waste
Our shoe boxes are made from recycled cardboard and printed with plant-based ink. We also use recycled and repurposed materials whenever possible.
Design with personality
Our shoes are made for having fun. We would rather give you a punchy color or a chunky sole than a safe, forgettable shape.
What BC Shoes are not
We are a fashion footwear brand. BC Shoes are not running or athletic shoes, and we do not make medical or orthopedic claims. Our Winnie sneaker is a casual fashion sneaker. If you need footwear for a specific foot condition, talk to a health professional first.
Where to start
- Find your size with the BC Shoes size chart.
- Check fit notes by style for your favorite pair.
- See where to buy BC Shoes.
Curious about the name? Read what does BC stand for, or learn how we relate to our sister label in BC Footwear and Seychelles.
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What Does BC Stand For? BC Shoes Meaning
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