It all started when…
What started as a sketch and an idea slowly evolved into a movement. Founded in 2012, Stilts Inc. began with the vision of creating fashion that was more than fabric and thread it was about identity. From day one, our goal was clear: to design pieces that let people walk tall in their truth, while honoring culture, individuality, and fearless self-expression.
Over the years, that vision has taken us from late night studio sessions to some of the biggest fashion stages in the world, including New York Fashion Week and Milan Fashion Week. What started as a single pair of sneakers has grown into a full collection of shoes, bags, and clothing each one designed to challenge convention and celebrate the people who wear it.
Our collections are inspired by art, community, and the unapologetic beauty of standing out. Every piece we create tells a story of resilience and boldness—because we believe fashion should be as loud, layered, and limitless as the people who love it. At Stilts, we aren’t just making products; we’re building a cultural statement.
Our mission is simple but unshakable: To create fashion that fuses culture, creativity, and confidence pushing boundaries and sparking a movement where style is truth. We’re more than a brand. We’re a call to stand tall, walk bold, and make every step a statement. This is Stilts. You are what you wear.From sketches to stages, from culture to couture. Stilts is where fashion finds its voice.
MISSION Statement
Stilts isn’t just about shoes it’s about walking tall in your truth. We design with culture at the core, creating pieces that honor representation, celebrate individuality, and push past outdated ideas of what fashion “should” be. Our mission is to spark movement one that’s progressive, unapologetically inclusive, and alive with creativity. Every pair is a conversation between art, identity, and freedom.
Meet the visionaries
Christopher Williams
CEO & Creative Visionary
Christopher Williams is the driving creative force behind Stilts. With an instinct for innovation and a fearless eye for design, Chris transforms every idea into a piece of wearable art. Living with OCD and learning differences hasn’t been a limitation—it’s become his superpower. His ability to see beauty in structure, contrast, and imperfection gives Stilts its unmistakable edge. As CEO and founder, Chris leads with imagination, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to building a brand that challenges conventions while staying deeply connected to culture.
Dave Tony
COO & Storyteller
Dave Tony is the heartbeat of Stilts’ voice. A recording artist, songwriter, and progressive preacher, Dave brings the brand its soul, weaving storytelling into every detail. His journey of reclaiming authenticity and self-expression informs the heart of Stilts’ mission: to empower others to stand tall and own their truth. As COO, Dave ensures that every collection reflects the brand’s core values—art, identity, and freedom—while pushing Stilts to be more than fashion, but a movement rooted in purpose.
Together, Chris and Dave are building more than a brand—they are creating a cultural statement. Stilts is the fusion of art, resilience, and identity, designed for those who understand that you are what you wear.
