Always one step ahead
SUNA Shoes celebrates 40 years of dedication to footwear excellence
SUNA, a proudly Queensland-owned footwear retailer, is thrilled to announce its 40th anniversary since its establishment in 1984. Dedicated to delivering style, innovation and unparalleled comfort, SUNA has become a staple in the footwear industry, offering an extensive range of women’s footwear from around the world.
The passion for footwear runs in the family. Founded by Dulcie Burns (nee Suna) in 1984, the first Suna Shoes store took pride and place at 459 Ruthven St, Toowoomba. This store still stands today as a juggernaut in Ruthven St for the past 40 years.
Dulcie ran a successful business until her retirement in 2003. Keeping it in the family, son Andrew Burns and daughter-in-law Sheree bought the business in Toowoomba. This passionate husband and wife team remained committed to its core values of quality, honesty, and exceptional service.
With a belief that a good-fitting, quality shoe can last for many years, Andrew and Sheree have curated a collection of worldrenowned and homegrown brands, including Birkenstock, FRANKIE4, Red Ginger, Revere, Alfie & Evie, Sweet Pippi, Marco Tozzi, Rieker, Remonte and many more.
“We are incredibly proud to celebrate four decades dedicated to shoes,” Andrew says. “Since our humble beginnings, we have remained committed to providing our customers with the perfect blend of quality, comfort, and style.
“We travel the world extensively, designing and sourcing footwear that are exclusive to SUNA. This is how we differentiate ourselves from others.
“Our latest development focuses on wellness technologies including arch support, metatarsal domes, heel cups and cushioning. This is where we see the future.”
SUNA’s success can be attributed to an innovative company culture and the unwavering support of its loyal customers. With eight stores throughout Queensland, an online platform and a head office in Brisbane, SUNA continues to evolve and expand its offerings to meet the diverse needs of its clients.
“We are very motivated and are always looking at opportunities to improve our business. Every decision is made with our customer in mind and how we can enhance their overall experience,” Sheree says. “We are also grateful for our amazing, dedicated team members who have been instrumental in our growth and success over the past 40 years.”
One of these team members, Toowoomba store manager Kaye Flohr, celebrated an impressive 20 years with SUNA last year.
“Thank you to our loyal Toowoomba customers for being part of the SUNA family and for making these past 40 years truly special,” Sheree says.
“Here’s to celebrating in style and to many more years of fabulous footwear.”
As part of its 40th anniversary celebration, SUNA will be hosting special events, promotions and giveaways to thank customers for their continued support.
For more information, visit suna.com.au