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In short
Foot On Shoes manufactures women's leather footwear at 1,800–2,000 pairs a day from a 6,500 sq m facility in Agra, India. Minimum order is 300 pairs per colour and 600 per style. Samples are delivered in 2–3 weeks and bulk production runs 60–90 days from confirmed specification, with over 400 quality checkpoints per run and AQL 2.5 pre-shipment inspection.
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At Foot On Shoes, manufacturing is not just a process, it’s a promise. A promise of quality, speed, and integrity. Explore how our smart factory brings together legacy craftsmanship and modern production intelligence to meet the expectations of leading global brands.
Our Agra factory produces up to 2,000 pairs daily across three assembly lines and six stitching lines, supported by 400+ quality checkpoints and digital production tracking.
What is Foot On Shoes' production capacity?
The Agra facility produces 1,800–2,000 pairs of women’s leather footwear a day across 6,500 square metres.
The factory has operated since 1981 and runs the complete process in-house — cutting, closing, lasting, finishing and packing — supported by real-time production tracking on ERPNext, so buyers can be told what stage their order is at on any day.
How is quality controlled during production?
Every production run passes through 400+ quality checkpoints, finishing with independent pre-shipment inspection at AQL 2.5.
Checks run at every stage — incoming leather, cutting, closing, lasting, bottoming and packing — so faults are caught where they are cheap to correct, not at the end. Buyers are welcome to appoint their own inspectors.
How long does footwear production take?
Samples are ready in 2–3 weeks, and bulk production runs to a 60–90 day turnaround from confirmed specification, with on-time delivery tracked internally at 98%.
The clock starts when the specification is confirmed — brands that hold a fixed weekly review slot during development consistently ship earlier than those that review ad hoc.
Does Foot On Shoes subcontract production?
No — every pair is made in-house at the Agra facility, with no subcontracting.
That means the certifications you audit (SEDEX/SMETA, SA8000, ISO 9001) apply to the people actually making your shoes, and a production stage report is accurate because there is only one factory to look at.
What is the minimum order quantity?
300 pairs per colour and 600 pairs per style — one style in two colourways of 300 pairs each meets both thresholds.
The per-colour minimum exists because leather dye lots cannot be split consistently below that volume; the per-style minimum covers lasts, patterns and grading. Repeat orders of proven styles are discussed case by case.
Sampling Process
- Submit specifications or design reference
- Material sourcing confirmation (1–3 days)
- Last and pattern development
- First sample completed and despatched – target: within 2-3 weeks
- Fit and quality review with buyer
- Revisions and counter-sample if required
- Confirmed sample → bulk production authorisation
QC Checkpoints
- Incoming material inspection
- In-process checks at stitching, lasting, soling stages
- Pre-final inspection (AQL sampling)
- Final inspection before packing
- Third-party inspection available on buyer request
Manufacturing at a Glance
Facility Size
6,500 sq meters
Daily Output
2000 Pairs/day
Assembly Lines
3
Stitching Lines
6
Lead Time for Orders
60-90 days
Lead Time for Samples
2-3 weeks
Quality Checkpoints
400
+
Certifications
SEDEX · SA8000 · ISO 9001 · HIGG · RCS
“Footwear production isn't just about volume—it’s about delivering at speed without compromising on consistency or detail.”
Manufacturing at a Glance
Facility Size
6,500 sq meters
Assembly Lines
3
Daily Output
2000 Pairs/day
Stitching Lines
6
Lead Time for Orders
60-90 days
Lead Time for Samples
2–3 weeks
Quality Checkpoints
400
+
Certifications
SEDEX · SA8000 · ISO 9001 · HIGG · RCS
“Footwear production isn't just about volume—it’s about delivering at speed without compromising on consistency or detail.”
What Our Partners Say.
What sets FOS apart is technical honesty. If a last or a material won’t work for the price point, they tell you up front and offer an alternative. For a small brand scaling into Europe, that partnership is invaluable.
Founder, EU contemporary footwear label
Our Core Capabilities Include
Construction Type
- Cemented
- Strobel
- Sacchetto
- Sandals
Product Range
- Flat Sandals
- Heel Sandals
- Ballerinas
- Loafers / Shoes
- Trainers
- Boots
“Our design-to-delivery model supports drops, seasonal, and core line development—with built-in flexibility for evolving retail timelines.”
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FAQs
Common questions from buying teams about our production capacity, lead times, and quality systems.
Our facility in Agra spans 6,500 square metres and operates 3 assembly lines and 6 stitching lines. Daily output is up to 2,000 pairs of women's leather footwear. All production is completed in-house — we do not subcontract any stage of manufacturing.
Samples are typically delivered within 2–3 weeks of receiving confirmed specifications. Bulk production lead times range from 60–90 days depending on construction type and material sourcing requirements. We track all orders digitally, giving buying teams real-time visibility on production status.
We specialise exclusively in women's leather footwear across six categories: boots, loafers, ballerinas, heels, trainers, and sandals. We support cemented, Strobel, Sacchetto, and open sandal constructions — covering the full range required for seasonal women's collections.
Our QC system runs 400+ checkpoints across every stage of production, from raw material intake to pre-shipment inspection. We use AQL 2.5 pre-shipment standards, digital material moisture testing, risk assessment sheets for early defect detection, and full material traceability and moisture compliance logs. Every shipment is inspected before it leaves the factory.
We hold SEDEX (SMETA audited), SA8000, ISO 9001, HIGG, RCS certifications. All materials used in orders destined for EU and UK markets meet REACH compliance standards. Full audit documentation is available to buying teams on request.
Yes — we welcome factory visits from buying teams. Our Agra facility is open to audit visits, and our teams in London and Alicante can support initial conversations and development work closer to your market. To arrange a visit or a call, contact us at solutions@fos.co.in.