SHOES

ALLEN-EDMONDS-A reputation for quality that many men swear by, the footwear, in styles ranging from classic to contemporary and casual to formal, is handcrafted in sumptuous leathers using a 212-step process. The company's re-crafting service means that a pair of Allen-Edmonds shoes can literally last a lifetime. Open M-F 9 am-7 pm, Sa 9 am-6 pm, Su 11 am-6 pm. 171 Post St., 391-4545. Map 1, D5

ARTHUR BEREN-Sophisticated shoes for men and women for all occasions. The selection includes styles by Salvatore Ferragamo, Prada, Bruno Magli, Michael Toschi and others. 222 Stockton St., open M-F, 9:30 am-7 pm, Sa, 9:30 am-6 pm, Su, noon-6 pm. 397-8900, Map 1, D6. Stanford Shopping Center, open M-F, 10 am-9 pm, Sa, 10 am-7 pm, Su, noon-6 pm. (650) 325-5833 Map 3, D6

BULO-Unique shoes imported from Italy for men and women. The owners work with European designers and small manufacturers. Open M-Sa, 11 am-7 pm, Su, noon-6 pm. 437-A Hayes St. (men), 418 Hayes St. (women), 864-3244, Map 2, I4; additional location at 3044 Fillmore St. Map 2, H3

GIMME SHOES-Cutting-edge European styles for men and women. 416 Hayes St. open M-Sa 11 am-7 pm, Su noon-6 pm, 864-0691, Map 2, I4. 2358 Fillmore St. open M-Sa 11 am-7 pm, Su noon-6 pm, 441-3040, Map 2, H3. 50 Grant Ave., open M-Sa, 11 am-7 pm, Su, noon-6 pm, 434-9242. Map 1, D5

PAOLO-Fun and hip European-style boots, dress shoes and sneakers to set your feet in motion. Open M-Sa 11 am-7 pm, Su noon-6 pm. 524 Hayes St., 552-4580, Map 1, A7; 1971 Sutter St., 885-5701. Map 2, H3