UNZE (Franchising) Ltd

British Franchise Association Member

Shalimar Shoes (UK)Ltd was established in 1989, initially with two shops in London , and is wholly owned by the Saleem family. The company first focused on retail, and over time, has developed a substantial wholesale business and a vast product range, supplying numerous retailers throughout the UK and Rest of the world. For many of the shoes, Shalimar Shoes (UK)Ltd holds Community Registered Design Rights.

Shalimar Shoes (UK)Ltd opened its first store in 1989 on Green Street, which is the 3rd most popular commercial Street in the UK. In 1992, due to popular demand a second store was opened in White chapel and in 2004 it was necessary to open a second shop on Green Street in order to meet customer’s demand and showcase the vast range of styles produced by the company.

Shalimar Shoes (UK)Ltd currently has over 1300 stockists in the UK , Europe and Rest of the world. Our stockists range from small specialist boutiques to indpendent retailers and to chain stores such as Oasis, Top Shop and River Island. The Unzè brand was launched by the company 3 years ago; the brand presents high-end, chic and sophisticated designs and styles at an affordable price.

In order to further expand the retail side of the business, Unzè (Franchising) Ltd was formed in 2005. The franchise operation has started initially here in the UK and will proceed internationally in the coming years. Since its launch in March 2005 Unzè (Franchising) Limited has had over 200 inquiries from interested potential franchisees, to date we have opened 10 franchises.

Starting in March 2006 we are poised to open another 20 franchises. The sheer popularity and appeal of the Unzè brand has led to inquiries from all around the world, from the USA to South Africa to Australia and Asia . The Unzè brand and its franchises will prove to be a brand to be reckoned with in the coming years.