Sneakers, Boots, Dress Shoes, Handbags & Accessories – Destiny USA & CNY Locations
Central New York has excellent shoe options, especially at Destiny USA mall in Syracuse — the region's largest shopping hub. Stores like DSW, Famous Footwear, Foot Locker, Journeys, Aldo, and Finish Line offer thousands of styles for men, women, and kids, with frequent sales and clearance. This guide compares key footwear retailers, highlights local availability, and notes online perks.
All info current as of 2026 — email jim@syr-area.com with updates.
Click each brand for full details, store locations, and shopping tips.
Designer & name-brand shoes, boots, sandals, handbags — thousands of styles, frequent clearance.
Local: Destiny USA store
View DSW Page
Affordable name-brand sneakers, boots, casual shoes — wide selection for family & everyday wear.
Local: Destiny USA & CNY malls
View Famous Footwear Page
Sneakers & athletic footwear — Nike, Jordan, Adidas, Puma — hype releases & street style.
Local: Multiple Destiny USA locations
View Foot Locker Shoes
Youth/skate sneakers, boots, apparel — Vans, Converse, Dr. Martens, urban fashion.
Local: Destiny USA store
View Journeys Page
Trendy heels, boots, sandals, handbags — modern fashion footwear.
Local: Destiny USA store
View Aldo Page
Sneakers & athletic footwear — Nike, Jordan, Adidas — performance & street style.
Local: Destiny USA store
View Finish Line Page
Thousands of shoes, boots, handbags — free shipping, easy returns, wide selection.
Local: Online-only (ships to CNY)
View Zappos Page
Macy’s, JCPenney (Destiny USA) for dress shoes & boots; Waterloo Premium Outlets (~45 min) for clearance deals.
Syracuse winters bring heavy snow, slush, and cold — here's an expanded comparison of popular winter boots available locally (Destiny USA) or online.
Best for: Extreme cold & snow comfort
Pros: Sheepskin lining (very warm), water-resistant, plush feel
Cons: Less traction on ice, higher price
Sizing: True to size, wide fits available
Where: DSW, Famous Footwear, Macy’s (Destiny USA) or online
Best for: Durability & wet/snow conditions
Pros: Waterproof leather, excellent grip, long-lasting
Cons: Heavy, needs break-in
Sizing: Runs slightly large — half-size down recommended
Where: Famous Footwear, Foot Locker, DSW (Destiny USA) or online
Best for: Style + winter traction
Pros: Iconic look, good grip, wide fits, durable
Cons: Stiff break-in period
Sizing: True to size, wide options
Where: DSW, Famous Footwear, Journeys (Destiny USA) or drmartens.com
Best for: Extreme snow & cold
Pros: Fully waterproof, removable liner, excellent traction
Cons: Bulky look
Sizing: True to size, wide fits
Where: DSW or online (sorel.com, zappos.com)
Best for: Budget-friendly winter performance
Pros: Waterproof, insulated, lightweight, good grip
Cons: Less premium feel
Sizing: True to size, wide options
Where: Famous Footwear, DSW (Destiny USA) or columbia.com
Best for: Hiking & everyday winter use
Pros: Lightweight, waterproof, excellent traction, comfortable
Cons: Less fashion-forward
Sizing: True to size, wide fits
Where: DSW or online (merrell.com, zappos.com)
Best for: Lightweight warmth & urban winter wear
Pros: Synthetic insulation (warm when wet), packable, stylish
Cons: Less rugged for deep snow
Sizing: True to size
Where: Online (thenorthface.com) or Dick's Sporting Goods (Destiny USA)
Best for: Extreme cold & deep snow
Pros: Rated to -148°F, removable liner, superior traction
Cons: Very bulky, higher price
Sizing: True to size, wide fits
Where: Online (baffin.com) or specialty outdoor stores
Pro tip: Try on winter boots at DSW or Famous Footwear in Destiny USA to test traction and fit. Online at zappos.com or dsw.com offers free shipping and easy returns — great for comparing styles from home in Clay or Liverpool.
Comfortable, stylish shoe gifts for winter — perfect for holiday events, snow days, and everyone on your list.
Pro tip: Visit DSW, Famous Footwear, Foot Locker, or Journeys at Destiny USA in December for holiday shoe styling help and gift-wrapping. Online at zappos.com or dsw.com offers free shipping, easy returns, and wide selection — perfect if you’re shopping from home in Clay or Liverpool.