DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse: The Ultimate Destination for Stylish Footwear DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse History of DSW DSW, or Designer Shoe Warehouse is a retailer which specializes exclusively in selling designer and name brand shoes at discounted rates. The company was founded in 1991 in Columbus, Ohio, with the goal of providing customers with a wide selection of footwear at affordable prices. DSW quickly expanded into one of America’s largest shoe retailers, with hundreds nationwide. The company’s success can be attributed to its focus on providing customers with a large selection of shoes in a range of styles, sizes, and