Soda Shoes

Soda is a women's fashion footwear brand known for affordable, trend-driven shoes: platform sandals, chunky boots, block heels, loafers, Mary Janes and casual flats. The line mixes everyday basics with bolder shapes borrowed from current trends and the '90s, in plenty of colors and heel heights.

Soda is part of Fortune Dynamic, Inc., a women's footwear company founded in 1986 and based in Southern California. Fortune Dynamic designs and distributes several labels, and Soda is its line for casual and dressy-casual everyday shoes.

It's a good pick if you want current styles without paying premium prices. You get a big range of shapes and colors, and prices sit well below most fashion-footwear labels. These are fashion shoes, not performance footwear, so quality, cushioning and durability vary by model. For a pair you'll wear hard every day, check the materials and recent reviews of that exact style.

Many are. Look for padded insoles (Obji, Kiana), adjustable straps, low block heels and pull-on elastic panels (Pilot). Comfort still comes down to fit, toe shape, sole flexibility and heel height. For long days on your feet, a lower heel with room for your toes beats a tall platform or a narrow dress heel.

Most follow standard US women's sizing, but fit varies by style. A pointed-toe boot feels narrower than a round-toe flat, and a structured loafer fits differently from a sandal with adjustable straps. Some shoppers go down half a size in certain styles, so read the fit notes for the exact model and measure both feet before you order.

Platform sandals, espadrille wedges, flat sandals and slides, block heels, Mary Janes, penny loafers, Chelsea boots, combat boots, western booties, flats and slip-on sneakers. Well-known styles include the Topic wedge, Obji flat, Pilot Chelsea boot, Firm combat boot, Kinder loafer and Account block-heel sandal. Colors, materials and sizes depend on the style.

The Topic espadrille wedge, Glove chunky Chelsea boot, Pilot ankle boot, Obji round-toe flat, Firm lace-up combat boot, Mug western bootie and Account block-heel sandal have been around for years and have thousands of reviews each. Which colors are in stock changes from season to season.

Yes, lots of them: platform sandals, flatforms, platform heels, chunky Mary Janes and platform boots. The Launch platform sandal and the Sonia knee-high boot are two examples. Because a platform lifts the front of the foot too, the incline is gentler than on a plain heel of the same total height. Balance and fit still matter, especially on taller soles.

Yes. A US trademark record lists 1991 as the first commercial use of the SODA name on shoes, and the brand was known for chunky platforms and casual fashion shoes back then. Today's line still includes thick-soled Mary Janes, platform sandals and lug-sole boots in that spirit. Original '90s pairs also turn up through vintage and secondhand sellers.

Most styles use synthetic leather, faux suede or textile uppers on man-made soles. Some summer sandals add woven or raffia-look details, and some styles have padded insoles or elastic side panels. Check each style's specs for exact materials, especially if you want genuine leather, a vegan-friendly build or a specific lining.

Many pairs fall between about $15 and $50, depending on the style, color, size and current deals. Flats and basic sandals sit at the low end, while chunky boots and platform heels usually cost more. Prices can also differ between colors and sizes of the same style.

Some are. Most styles come in a standard width, but a few, including the Blazing western bootie and the Chance cutout bootie, come in wide fit. If you have wider feet, round or square toes and adjustable straps are more forgiving. Pick a wide width rather than going up in length.

Most aren't. Synthetic uppers can handle a little light moisture, but water can still get in through seams, zippers and openings. Lug soles don't guarantee grip on ice or wet surfaces either. For heavy rain, snow or long days outside, wear boots rated for those conditions.

It depends on the material. Wipe smooth synthetic uppers with a soft damp cloth and a little mild soap. Brush faux suede gently and don't soak it. For espadrille rope and woven details, use a dry brush or careful spot cleaning. Let shoes air-dry away from heaters and hair dryers, store tall boots upright, and skip the washing machine unless the care label says it's fine.

Soda sells through online shoe retailers, fashion stores, boutiques and large online marketplaces. The Shop buttons on this page take you to current Soda listings, where you can see every color and size. Availability changes by season, especially for older styles and unusual colors. Vintage and discontinued pairs show up on resale sites, so check their condition and sizing carefully.