Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Source for Work Boots & Apparel
Deyong's Boots has been a trusted name in work footwear and apparel for 70 years, serving the greater Hampton Roads community since 1953. Founded by Sarah and Moss Deyong as a shoe repair shop, our business evolved to meet the needs of hardworking professionals, specializing in safety toe boots and durable work clothing from trusted brands. Over three generations, we've modernized our offerings while maintaining our commitment to quality and customer service, becoming the go-to resource for local city departments and companies. Our transition to focus exclusively on workwear in 2021 reflects our dedication to evolving with industry demands while preserving the family values that have defined us for decades.Under Marissa Deyong's leadership, we continue to provide expert guidance and premium products that meet occupational requirements. Our proven expertise spans multiple industries, including maritime operations and industrial sectors. With a deep understanding of workplace safety standards, we curate collections that balance protection with comfort for long shifts. We rigorously test our inventory to ensure every product meets our high performance criteria. This legacy of excellence has earned us recognition as one of Virginia's most reliable workwear retailers.
Services
Work Boots
Women's Work Boots
Safety Toe Footwear
Carhartt Apparel
Timberland Pro Gear
Details
- Year established: 1953
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1953 with three generations of retail experience
- Offer 140+ styles of safety toe work boots and shoes
- Specialize in comfort-focused footwear for long work shifts
- Official supplier to local city departments and companies
- Carry top brands like Timberland Pro and Carhartt workwear
What people say
Great selection of safety boots
Family-owned expertise
Helped find perfect work shoes
Services
Work Boots
We provide premium work boots with steel and composite toe options from trusted brands. These boots meet OSHA safety standards while prioritizing comfort features like cushioned insoles and slip-resistant soles. Our inventory includes options for construction, maritime, and industrial workers requiring extended wear durability.
Safety Toe Footwear
Our safety toe footwear collection features ANSI-approved footwear with impact-resistant construction. We offer waterproof materials, electrical hazard protection, and ergonomic designs suitable for warehouse operations and manufacturing environments. All selections meet current workplace safety compliance requirements.
Carhartt Apparel
We stock Carhartt's complete line of durable workwear including flame-resistant jackets, reinforced bibs, and weatherproof outerwear. These garments feature reinforced stitching, multiple utility pockets, and breathable fabric technologies designed for physical labor conditions across different seasons.
People
Marissa Deyong
Owner
Third-generation leader continuing the family legacy since 2021. Holds deep industry knowledge from working alongside three generations of the Deyong family in footwear retail operations.
Jeff Deyong
Former Owner
Second-generation steward who expanded work boot offerings during the 1990s. Managed business operations across multiple locations before transitioning ownership to his son Adam.
Questions
When did Deyong's Boots open?
We opened in 1953 as a shoe repair shop in downtown Newport News, Virginia.
Do you offer women's safety footwear?
Yes, we carry over 40 styles of ladies' safety toe boots and shoes.
What work apparel brands do you carry?
We stock Carhartt, Ariat, Dickies, and Timberland Pro clothing lines.
Are western boots still available?
We're transitioning to work boots only but still have final sale western boots in stock.
