Full List of State Results:
| State | Winner |
|---|---|
| Alabama | Cowboy Boots |
| Alaska | Boots |
| Arizona | Sandals |
| Arkansas | Cowboy Boots |
| California | Running Shoes |
| Colorado | Hiking Boots |
| Connecticut | Slippers |
| Delaware | Flip-Flops |
| District Of Columbia | High Heels |
| Florida | Sandals |
| Georgia | Slides |
| Hawaii | Running Shoes |
| Idaho | Boots |
| Illinois | Running Shoes |
| Indiana | Slippers |
| Iowa | Slippers |
| Kansas | Running Shoes |
| Kentucky | Boots |
| Louisiana | Slides |
| Maine | Hiking Boots |
| Maryland | Slides |
| Massachusetts | Slippers |
| Michigan | Slippers |
| Minnesota | Running Shoes |
| Mississippi | Cowboy Boots |
| Missouri | Slippers |
| Montana | Hiking Boots |
| Nebraska | Running Shoes |
| Nevada | High Heels |
| New Hampshire | Hiking Boots |
| New Jersey | Slippers |
| New Mexico | Boots |
| New York | Sneakers |
| North Carolina | Running Shoes |
| North Dakota | Boots |
| Ohio | Slippers |
| Oklahoma | Cowboy Boots |
| Oregon | Running Shoes |
| Pennsylvania | Slippers |
| Rhode Island | Slippers |
| South Carolina | Flip Flops |
| South Dakota | Running Shoes |
| Tennessee | Cowboy Boots |
| Texas | Slides |
| Utah | Hiking Boots |
| Vermont | Boots |
| Virginia | Running Shoes |
| Washington | Hiking Boots |
| West Virginia | Slippers |
| Wisconsin | Slippers |
| Wyoming | Boots |
Notable Highlights:
- Slippers lead in 13 states, making them the most popular style in terms of the number of states—possibly reflecting chilly climates or changing lifestyle patterns such as remote work.
- Running shoes come in second—winning in 11 states—suggesting that fitness and active lifestyles are significant factors influencing footwear interest.
- Comfort Reigns Supreme: Slippers are the top-searched shoe style in 13 states, making them a go-to gift option this year.
- Regional Favorites: States like Colorado and Utah prefer hiking boots—ideal for outdoor adventurers on your gift list.
- Stylish Surprises: High heels lead searches in urban hubs like Washington, D.C., and Nevada, showing fashion isn’t forgotten during the holidays.
Geographical Findings:
- Chilly States: Cold-weather friendly shoe styles—such as boots and slippers—dominate northern and midwestern states with long winters, including Alaska, Vermont, Maine, North Dakota, Michigan, Massachusetts, and Wisconsin.
- Outdoor Adventure States: States with popular natural attractions or outdoor activities (think Colorado, Maine, Utah, Montana, New Hampshire, and Washington) show a preference for hiking boots.
- States with Popular Urban Cities: Washington, D.C. and Nevada stand out for favoring high heels, which could reflect professional or nightlife-focused shoe preferences in urban areas such as the nation’s capital and Las Vegas.
- Warm-Weather States: Perhaps unsurprisingly, sandals dominate southern and coastal states, including Arizona, Florida, and South Carolina.
- Southern States: Reflecting a Dixie culture, cowboy boots fill up the search engines of states such as Alabama, Arkansas, Mississippi, Oklahoma, and Tennessee.
- Active States: Running shoes are the most-searched style in more active states, from California and Hawaii to Oregon and Minnesota. Similarly, New York’s sneakers preference reflects an urban lifestyle where comfortable, versatile footwear is essential for on-the-go city life.
