Footwear made in Pakistan

Pakistan makes traditional shoes like Peshawari chappals and Multani khussas, plus boots, dress shoes and safety shoes. Key places are Peshawar, Multan, Chakwal, Lahore and Karachi, with Kasur supplying leather.

112product types
17main categories
3provinces

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A pair of hand-embroidered Pakistani khussa shoes — Photo: Pair of Pakistani Rural shoe by Khalid Mahmood, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons (cropped)

In simple words

Who buys it, and where to start

Pakistani and South Asian families abroad buy chappals and khussas for Eid and weddings. Other buyers want handmade leather shoes that look different from mall brands.

Good first products

Peshawari chappals: Diaspora buyers in the UK, US and Gulf want them before every Eid.
Embroidered khussa: They are light, colourful and popular with South Asian brides and bridesmaids.
Sheepskin slippers: They are a reliable winter gift and easier to size than formal shoes.

Be careful with

Shoes come in many sizes, so returns for poor fit are common unless you give a clear size chart.
Formal shoes and sneakers compete with big brands, which makes them hard for a beginner.
Kids' and baby shoes need safety checks before you sell them abroad.

Quick facts

Made in: Peshawar, Multan, Chakwal, Lahore, Karachi, Kasur
Product types: 112 in 17 categories
Types with extra rules: 9 of 112
Best places to sell: Etsy, Amazon, Shopify, eBay, B2B, Alibaba

In pictures

See the products

Some photos show similar products made elsewhere, to help you recognise them. Credits at the bottom of the page.

The full list

All 112 types of footwear

Each product type below is a possible niche. Make it yours by adding one buyer and one angle, for example “biker jackets for women riders, made to measure”. ⚠ means extra rules apply.

Main category	Types and styles	Made in
Peshawari & Kaptan Chappals	Peshawari chappals, Kaptan chappals, Norozi chappals, Double-sole chappals, Charsadda chappals, Kids' Peshawari chappals^⚠, Tyre-sole chappals, Coloured Peshawari chappals	Peshawar, Multan, Chakwal, Lahore, Karachi, Kasur
Khussa & Jutti	Multani khussa, Embroidered khussa, Tilla khussa, Punjabi jutti, Mirror-work khussa, Men's khussa, Flat khussa slippers, Kids' khussa^⚠, Velvet khussa, Zari khairi gold-thread shoes, Tilla embroidered khussa, Straight-last unisex khussa, Women's chakwali khussa, Naurozi rubber-heel chappals, Saleem Shahi shoes, Nagra shoes, Khussa mules, Padded comfort khussa	Peshawar, Multan, Chakwal, Lahore, Karachi, Kasur
Regional Chappals	Balochi chappals, Kohati chappals, Sindhi embroidered sandals, Chitrali-style footwear, Saraiki chappals	Peshawar, Multan, Chakwal, Lahore, Karachi, Kasur
Bridal & Festive Footwear	Bridal khussa, Bridal heels, Groom khussa, Embellished sandals, Pearl-work slippers, Mehndi footwear	Peshawar, Multan, Chakwal, Lahore, Karachi, Kasur
Motorcycle Boots	Biker lace-up boots	Peshawar, Multan, Chakwal, Lahore, Karachi, Kasur
Casual & Work Boots	Chelsea boots, Chukka boots, Desert boots, Combat boots, Western cowboy boots, Hiking boots, Lace-up work boots, Ankle boots	Peshawar, Multan, Chakwal, Lahore, Karachi, Kasur
Dress Shoes	Oxfords, Brogues, Derbies, Monk straps, Loafers, Tassel loafers, Dress slip-ons, Patent shoes	Peshawar, Multan, Chakwal, Lahore, Karachi, Kasur
Sneakers	Leather sneakers, Suede sneakers, Minimalist trainers, High-top sneakers, Slip-on sneakers	Peshawar, Multan, Chakwal, Lahore, Karachi, Kasur
Sandals	Leather sandals, Slides, Gladiator sandals, Toe-ring sandals, Fisherman sandals, Hiking sandals	Peshawar, Multan, Chakwal, Lahore, Karachi, Kasur
Slippers & House Shoes	Leather slippers, Sheepskin slippers, Moccasins, Mules, Babouche slippers, Felt-lined slippers	Peshawar, Multan, Chakwal, Lahore, Karachi, Kasur
Kids' Shoes	Baby moccasins^⚠, Soft-sole baby shoes^⚠, Kids' sandals^⚠, School shoes^⚠, Kids' boots^⚠	Peshawar, Multan, Chakwal, Lahore, Karachi, Kasur
Mazri & Eco Footwear	Mazri palm sandals, Woven palm slippers, Jute sole sandals, Vegetable-tanned sandals, Natural fibre slippers	Peshawar, Multan, Chakwal, Lahore, Karachi, Kasur
Safety & Industrial Shoes	Steel-toe boots, Composite-toe shoes, Oil-resistant boots, Chef safety shoes^⚠, Rigger boots, Anti-static shoes	Peshawar, Multan, Chakwal, Lahore, Karachi, Kasur
Specialist Footwear	Dance shoes, Boxing boots, Wrestling shoes, Riding boots, Paddock boots, Medieval re-enactment shoes	Peshawar, Multan, Chakwal, Lahore, Karachi, Kasur
Kasur Khussa & Sandals	Hand-made khussa, Kolhapuri-style chappal, Leather peshawari-style sandals	Peshawar, Multan, Chakwal, Lahore, Karachi, Kasur
Women's Heels & Flats	Pumps^⚠, Block heels, Kitten heels, Ballet flats, Pointed flats, Slingbacks, Wedges, Knee-high boots, Over-the-knee boots	Lahore, Karachi
Uppers, Insoles & Components (B2B)	Leather shoe uppers, Leather insoles, Sheepskin insoles, Leather laces, Heel grips, Leather soles, Lining leather cut parts	Lahore, Karachi, Kasur

Ideas to sell

5 product ideas to research

Wide-fit leather block heels for women with bunions
Sell on: Etsy, Shopify · Made in: Lahore · Lahore shoemakers can make custom wide lasts
Saleem Shahi shoes for Mughal-themed weddings and theatre
Sell on: Etsy · Made in: Lahore · Lahore heritage footwear craft
Hand-stitched leather uppers for small Western shoemakers
Sell on: B2B · Made in: Lahore, Kasur · Low-cost cutting and closing labour
Over-the-knee leather boots made to calf measurement
Sell on: Etsy, Shopify · Made in: Lahore, Karachi · Made-to-measure at accessible prices
Sheepskin insoles for winter boots, sold in multi-packs
Sell on: Amazon · Made in: Kasur, Lahore · Sheepskin from local tanneries

Ideas from our November 2026 research. Check demand, costs and rules before you invest.

How to start

First steps

Order khussa samples from Multan in three sizes and compare them with UK and US sizes.
Measure the inside length of each sample in centimetres and build your own size chart.
Plan chappal stock well before Eid and list it early.

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Rules in plain words

What to check

Children's and baby shoes may need safety testing. Only call safety shoes steel-toe or protective if they have test papers. Any shoe with a battery or heating part needs electrical safety checks.

Children's products: they need safety tests for small parts, cords and chemicals before you sell them. (7 product types)
Protective gear: only call a product "protective" or "safety" if it has been tested to the right standard. (1 product types)
Anything with a plug or bulb needs electrical safety marks (such as UL, CE or UKCA) for the country you sell to. (1 product types)

This is a summary, not legal advice. See the compliance checklist.

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Questions

Frequently asked questions

Do Pakistani shoe sizes match UK and US sizes?

Not always. Measure each sample in centimetres and build your own chart. Show it on every listing to cut down on returns.

Should I tell the story behind a chappal?

Yes. Explaining where a Peshawari, Balochi or Sindhi design comes from helps your listing stand out from plain sandals.

What sells outside Eid season?

Sheepskin slippers sell well before Christmas, and leather sandals sell in summer. Bridal khussas sell through the wedding season.

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