Williams Next Door is part three of what is now the Williams trilogy.  First, in 1954, there was Williams Shoes, which for half a century has provided their customers with a wide variety of comfortable and fashionable shoes. Then in 1990 The Walking Spirit was opened as the "walking for health" craze began. In 2006, Williams spread its wings once again and opened Williams Next Door.

So, how is Williams Next Door different from the Williams Shoes that has served the Evanston community for so many years? Well, Next Door has focused on a little higher end shoes that you won't find in too many places.  One visit will be worth a thousand words.  But for those who want a few words . . . There are beautiful, classy, and fun handbags, wallets, jewelry, and coats and hats too! 

For handbags we carry brands such as HOBO and TUSK, and in jewelry we have Chan Luu, Viv and Ingrid.  And of course will continue to scour the world for the latest new and fun fashions in footwear.  

So next time you’re in the neighborhood and you stop by Williams Shoes, pop your head Next Door too and bask in all of its wonderfulness and glamour.

      And to complete the trilogy Williams has leapt into the digital age with this online store.  So stay tuned for Next Door decadence to be gracing our online merchandise.