Marmi Shoes

Marmi Shoes is a specialty women's footwear retailer built on a simple premise: deliver high-quality, European-inspired styles in sizes that mainstream retailers ignore. The company was founded in 1986 with its first boutique, establishing itself quickly as a destination for customers seeking fashionable shoes in hard-to-find sizes. That niche positioning has remained central to the brand's identity for nearly four decades.

Today, Marmi operates 15 retail locations as of November 2025, concentrated in major metropolitan markets including Atlanta, Dallas, Chicago, and St. Louis. The company has evolved beyond its original brick-and-mortar model to include a robust e-commerce platform that serves customers nationwide, though the physical store remains the cornerstone of its business. Each location is positioned in upscale shopping centers and high-traffic retail corridors, reflecting the brand's premium positioning and customer base.

Marmi is a wholly owned subsidiary of Wolff Shoe Company, a family-owned footwear business with roots dating back to the early 20th century. The parent company's legacy in manufacturing and distribution provides Marmi with operational depth and supply chain stability. Corporate operations and real estate strategy are managed from St. Louis, where the buying and merchandising teams oversee the brand's direction.

Over the past five years, Marmi has pursued deliberate expansion into new markets while maintaining its focus on selective site selection. The company evaluates opportunities based on demographic alignment, co-tenancy quality, and market potential rather than pursuing rapid growth. Current priority markets include Atlanta, Dallas, Chicago, St. Louis, Houston, and Phoenix, where the company sees demographic and retail environment fit with its brand positioning. This measured approach to expansion has allowed Marmi to maintain consistent store performance and brand integrity as it grows its footprint.