Skechers Hands-Free Slip-ins

Skechers Hands-Free Slip-ins are a prominent line of footwear distinguished by their molded heel design that allows users to step into the shoe without using their hands. The brand Skechers was founded in 1992 by Robert Greenberg, who had previously founded L.A. Gear. While the company is headquartered in Manhattan Beach, California, and handles all design and marketing from the United States, it does not manufacture its products domestically.

Production is outsourced to a network of independent third-party factories across Asia. Vietnam and China serve as the primary manufacturing hubs, though facilities in Indonesia and Cambodia also contribute to global supply. In 2025, the brand underwent a significant ownership shift when the investment firm 3G Capital acquired a majority stake in Skechers U.S.A., Inc. for approximately $9.4 billion. Despite this acquisition, the founding Greenberg family remains intimately involved in the company's executive leadership and day-to-day operations.