FAQs

"SAS" stands for San Antonio Shoemakers™. Sometimes we are referred to by our abbreviated name, which is SAS /‘es’a‘es/. While we prefer San Antonio Shoemakers™ over SAS, how our customers say our name is not as important to us as how they enjoy the comfort of our shoes.

Welcome to SAS! Placing an order with us is fast, simple, and completely secure. Just search or browse our site to find an item you want to order and add it your shopping cart by clicking the "Add to Cart" button on the product page. You'll be taken to your shopping cart where you can check out by clicking the "Checkout" button. Payment can be made by Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover. After you place your order, you can check its status online from the confirmation email.

Tracking information will be available upon shipment of your order. If you prefer, you can also place your order over the phone by calling us at 1-504-688-7716.

We are located in the New Orleans area if you would like to come in.

We understand the concern of trying on shoes before making a purchase, and our solution is to provide Free Return Shipping.* This way you have the opportunity to try on your new shoes, and send then back if necessary without the hassle of paying return shipping fees.

*Final Sale Shoes may not be returned

If you are having difficulty with our laces coming undone, it would be best to try tying them in opposite directions. This is when you make the second loop, go under and over the first loop towards the body. Please attempt to tie the shoes in this manner. This has been more successful with our customers.

There is no perfect answer because some people are harder on their shoes than others. Our shoes are made in Texas, and the craftsmanship is top-tier. It's not unusual for our customers to wear a pair of our shoes for YEARS before replacing them.

This is a big selling point for us. very likely, Yes! We sell women's sizes 4-12 (including half sizes) and offer up to 6 widths (Slim, Narrow, Medium, Wide, Double Wide, Triple Wide) depending on the style. Men's sizes are the same, but with sizes from 6 through 16.

Our prices look high, but you get what you pay for. SAS uses the best materials, and our shoes are handcrafted in Texas. These shoes are built to last, and the cost per wear typically ends up lower than a cheap pair of shoes. When the alternative is a pricey doctor visit, $185 starts to look a lot better.

Yes we do have slip-resistant shoes that are specifically designed for work. Our work collection also features water and oil resistant leather uppers designed with restaurant staff in mind.

Yes. Our shoes use top-quality leathers, and as a result they will stretch as they wear.

SASnola accounts will allow users to store shipping information, billing information, and keep track of current orders as well as view all of your past order history. You can also easily update shipping, billing, password, and email address information. Creating an SASnola account is quick and easy and has many benefits. To create an SAS account please click here.

Yes! SASnola has an e-mail subscription which will send you details on current promotions and discounts, information on new styles and colors, and features on SAS news and events. Rest assured, we respect the privacy of all of our customers. We promise not to sell your information nor send you unnecessary junk mail. You can join our SASnola e-mail subscription by entering your email address in the "Subscribe" section at the bottom of this page. You can also Click Here to register now and stay informed. Be sure check the "Subscribe to Our Newsletter" box.

Every email from SAS will feature an easy one click unsubscribe button located towards the bottom of the email.

We currently offer Free Shipping for orders of $100+ shipping to the continental US. These orders will ship with UPS or USPS Priority Mail and typically arrive 2-5 days after they are shipped. Multi-item orders may ship separately from different warehouses. Please check if there are multiple tracking numbers on your order. A paid shipping option at checkout may be available for expedited fulfillment.

Once your order is fulfilled, you should receive and email from us with the tracking number. If you erased the email, you can still track your orders by logging in to you account on SASnola. Click here to login to your account, or create one if you did not do so during checkout.  

PLEASE NOTE: If you are creating an account after you placed your order, be sure to use the same email address during account registration that was used when placing the order.

We accept returns up to 30 days from your order's delivery. If 30 days have gone by since your purchase, unfortunately we can’t offer you a refund or exchange.

To be eligible for a return, your item must be unused and in the same condition that you received it. It must also be in the original packaging. Instructions will be emailed to you.

See more return & exchange details here: Returns Policy

We do guarantee our footwear from manufacturer defects within a reasonable amount of time and wear. Normal or abnormal wear and tear will not be considered a manufacturer defect. While we use the highest quality leather and other materials available, all materials break down over time, whether worn or not.

SAS shoes are designed for comfort and fit. They are not specifically designed as orthopedic footwear. However, many of our styles have a removable footbed, which may accommodate an orthotic or appliance. We always recommend trying on the shoes with your orthotic to ensure a proper fit.

SAS shoes have certain styles that are Diabetic and Medicare Approved. Any shoes that are in the Diabetic and Medicare Approved sections have specific descriptions on the shoes that are approved for customers with special medical needs.