Business Details
41 Years
experience
Private Label Footwear & Handbag Design Experts
Founded in 1985 by John Auersperg Sr. and his sons, Fortune Footwear has evolved from a small footwear importer to a global leader in private label women's footwear and handbag design. Our three-pillar philosophy of fashion styling, quality standards, and customer satisfaction has driven our success across four decades. With expertise in trend forecasting and product specification, we create over 200 innovative designs annually, serving major retailers and catalog companies worldwide. Our dedicated team manages production from concept to delivery, maintaining strict quality control while offering flexible minimums and competitive pricing.Headquartered in New York City's Tribeca neighborhood, we combine family-owned values with global market insights to deliver 10 million shoes and 3 million handbags annually. Our design studio's extensive material library and strategic sourcing in China enable customized solutions for diverse market needs. Through direct import and domestic distribution networks, we ensure timely delivery while maintaining social compliance standards across all manufacturing partners. Our commitment to mutual success has built lasting partnerships with clients across five continents.
Services
Footwear Design
Handbag Design
Private Label Sourcing
Quality Control
Global Distribution
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We've specialized in women's footwear and handbags since 1985
- Our global sourcing network spans Northern and Southern China
- We maintain strict quality control across 200+ product designs annually
- Our team offers personalized support through product life cycles
- We distribute to 5 continents with flexible delivery options
Services
Footwear Design
Our footwear design team creates innovative women's shoes aligned with current fashion trends. We develop dress shoes, boots, and casual footwear using computer-aided design concepts. With access to 200+ lasts and heels, we customize styles in synthetic or leather materials to meet specific client requirements while maintaining quality standards.
Handbag Design
We design diverse handbag collections including totes, satchels, and clutches for private label brands. Our designers combine trend forecasting with material selection to create functional yet fashionable pieces. The process includes sample creation and specification development to ensure market-ready products that align with client brand identities.
Private Label Sourcing
Our strategic sourcing network connects clients with quality manufacturers in China. We manage factory relationships to ensure competitive pricing without compromising quality. This includes production oversight, social compliance monitoring, and cost-effective logistics solutions for global distribution.
Quality Control
We implement rigorous quality control throughout manufacturing processes. Our technicians conduct regular inspections to maintain product consistency and compliance with industry standards. This includes material verification, workmanship checks, and final product inspections before shipment to ensure customer satisfaction.
Global Distribution
We facilitate worldwide product distribution through established logistics networks. Our services include direct import coordination, domestic delivery management, and third-party warehouse connections near major US ports. This ensures efficient order fulfillment and returns management for clients across five continents.
People
John Auersperg Sr.
Founder
Fashion visionary who established Fortune Footwear in 1985. Pioneered private label footwear concepts and developed the company's three-pillar business philosophy focusing on fashion, quality, and customer relationships.
Paul Auersperg
CEO
Current CEO driving global expansion while maintaining family business values. Oversees strategic direction and catalog account development, ensuring the company's continued leadership in private label fashion products since joining in 1985.
John Auersperg Jr.
Handbag Division Head
Expanded company offerings into handbags and accessories. Developed the product diversification strategy that now includes totes, satchels, and small leather goods while maintaining the original commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.
Questions
What types of footwear do you design?
We create women's dress shoes, boots, casual footwear, and slippers in synthetic or leather materials. Our designs include both trend-forward and classic styles to suit various market needs.
Do you offer handbag design services?
Yes, we design totes, satchels, shoulder bags, clutches, and small leather goods. Our team develops coordinated collections that match footwear lines or stand alone as branded accessories.
Where are your products manufactured?
We source production through strategic partners in Northern and Southern China. Our quality control team oversees manufacturing processes to ensure compliance with our standards.
How do you ensure product quality?
We implement multi-stage quality checks throughout production. Our technicians conduct material verification, workmanship inspections, and final product evaluations before shipment to guarantee consistent quality.
What distribution options do you provide?
We offer direct import, domestic delivery, and drop-ship options. Our logistics network connects with US port warehouses for efficient order fulfillment and returns management.
How long does the design process take?
From concept to production, our process typically takes 4-6 months depending on complexity. We maintain fast-track options for time-sensitive market opportunities through our experienced manufacturing partners.
