Our Story

Who These Shoes Are For

Our inclusive shoes are for anyone who wants to wear mainstream brands but struggles with traditional shoe designs. We modify name-brand shoes with discreet zippers so you can finally wear the same shoes as everyone else—whether you have a disability, mobility challenge, or just want easier footwear. Because inclusion shouldn't be complicated.

How Our Founder Got Here

Growing up, Aaron watched his friends wear the cool sneakers he dreamed of having. But with SMA, getting regular shoes on was nearly impossible—so he just didn't wear them at all.

Something as simple as putting on shoes became a barrier to fitting in. Every pair of sneakers felt out of reach, and Aaron knew he couldn't be the only one feeling excluded from mainstream fashion.

Here's the thing: Aaron didn't want "special" shoes. He wanted the same shoes as everyone else, just designed to work for his body.

That frustration became a mission. After connecting with Oliver and Angel at Shoeman with Angel's Custom Creations, Aaron turned his personal experience into Zipped Brands—a company that makes existing shoes inclusive.

What started as one guy wanting to wear Nike's is now a movement to ensure no one gets left out of mainstream fashion because of how their body moves through the world.

What We Do

We professionally modify virtually any brand of shoes with custom, handcrafted zippers that stretch around the entire shoe. This allows the shoe to open fully for easier access while maintaining the original look and style.

You shouldn't have to sacrifice style for function, and you definitely shouldn't have to feel excluded from wearing the shoes you want.

How We're Different

Let's be real: most adaptive shoe companies create entirely new designs that scream "special."

We do the opposite.

At Zipped Brands, we take the shoes people actually want—Nike, Adidas, Converse, whatever's trending—and make them work for every body. Our modification process integrates zippers so discreetly that most people won't even notice them.

This means you don't have to choose between accessibility and the brands you love. You get both. Because everyone deserves to wear their favorite shoes.

How It Works

Simple: You order, we modify, then ship. Due to the custom craftsmanship involved, turnaround time is 8-10 weeks from the purchase date.

Trust us, it's worth the wait to finally (easily) wear the shoes you've always wanted.