This U.S. Census Bureau NAICS-based industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing women's shoes, boots, and other footwear. These establishments may also sell hosiery and other accessories. Establishments specializing in selling custom orthopedic shoes for women are also classified here.

Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--

• Retailing custom orthopedic shoes for men--are classified in U.S. Census Bureau NAICS-based industry 4482101, Men's Shoe Stores;
• Retailing custom orthopedic shoes for children--are classified in U.S. Census Bureau NAICS-based industry 4482103, Children's and Juveniles' Shoe Stores;
• Repairing shoes--are classified in Industry 811430, Footwear and Leather Goods Repair;
• Retailing women's shoes via electronic home shopping, mail-order, or direct sale--are classified in Subsector 454, Nonstore Retailers; and
• Retailing athletic footwear--are classified in U.S. Census Bureau NAICS-based industry 4482105, Athletic Footwear Stores.