ara
Germany
ara is a German family-owned footwear company with roots in North Rhine-Westphalia going back more than 75 years. It makes women's and men's shoes, bags and shoe-care products, sold in more than 50 countries.
| Origin | North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany |
|---|---|
| Heritage | More than 75 years, per the company |
| Employees | More than 2,220 worldwide, per the company |
| Reach | More than 50 countries |
| Website | ara-shoes.com |
What is ara?
ara is a family business from Germany. Its website says the company has its roots in North Rhine-Westphalia and that this region has been its origin for more than 75 years. The site does not give a founder or founding year.
Products and positioning
The range is led by shoes for women and men, with comfort features such as easy2go, motion, HighSoft, Fusion4, wide fit, Gore-Tex and warm linings. Women's styles include:
- Ballet pumps and court shoes
- Loafers, mules and clogs
- Sandals and sneakers
- Ankle boots and boots
Men's styles include sneakers, lace-ups, loafers, boots and sandals. The company also offers bags, shoe-care products, insoles, socks and other accessories.
Distribution
ara sells online through the ara Shop, provides a store locator for physical stores and lists a business-to-business portal. It states that people in more than 50 countries wear its shoes and that it has more than 2,220 employees worldwide.
Why it matters
ara is a long-established German shoemaker whose focus on fit and comfort, together with a wholesale portal and own online shop, covers both trade and consumer channels.
Frequently asked questions
Where is ara Shoes from?
ara is a family business from Germany, with roots in North Rhine-Westphalia.
What does ara sell?
ara sells women's and men's shoes, plus bags, shoe-care products, insoles, socks and accessories.