Michael Antonio Footwear Group, Chicago

Since 1998, the team behind Michael Antonio has designed shoes with seemingly hard-to-balance ideals in mind: to make quality, on-trend footwear for most any budget. The stylish gear has caught the attention of Glamour's fashion editors and New York Fashion Week designers, but the brand remains dedicated to affordability and social responsibility. All of the company’s footwear is cruelty-free, vegan, and packaged in postconsumer recycled materials. Michael Antonio also supports several nonprofit organizations, including Friendly House—America's oldest women's recovery home—and Soles4Souls, which every seven seconds distributes a pair of much-needed shoes.