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Sam Edelman

AI visibility and ranking for Footwear: United States

Footwear [US]
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Fashion footwear brand.

Sam Edelman
appears in
2.3
% of measured AI answers in this industry and market.

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AI visibility scores and ranking

Data through

October 4, 2026

Updated

October 4, 2026

Latest scan visibility

2.2

October 4, 2026

Overall visibility

2.3

21 August 2026 – 4 October 2026 (scans 1–8)

Industry rank

14

Within this industry and market

Published scan history

Across 8 recorded scans from 21 August 2026 to 4 October 2026, Sam Edelman's single-scan score moved from 2.0% to 2.2%, up 0.2 percentage points. Latest recorded scan 2.2% on 4 October 2026; combined-window score 2.3%.

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Individual recorded scans. Each row is one scan on one date. The published combined-window score is 2.3% over 21 August 2026 – 4 October 2026, measured across every answer in that window — a different sample from any single row below.
Scan dateSingle-scan score
21 August 20262.0%
24 August 20262.4%
30 August 20262.2%
6 September 20262.0%
13 September 20262.7%
20 September 20262.7%
27 September 20261.8%
4 October 20262.2%

Latest scan = one scan. Overall visibility = all answers in the published window.

Visibility across AI platforms

Share of answers naming this brand

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ChatGPT

2.2%

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Perplexity

3.2%

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AI Overviews

1.3%

21 August 2026 – 4 October 2026 (scans 1–8)

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What the results show

Perplexity names Sam Edelman most often.

It appears in 3.2% of collected Perplexity answers and 1.3% of Google AI Overviews answers: a difference of 1.9 percentage points within the published window. This describes where mentions occur; it does not establish why the platforms differ.

Named across 21 of 150 questions.

Sam Edelman appears in at least one collected answer to 14.0% of the tracked questions. That is question coverage; the 2.3% visibility score measures its share of individual answers.

Across 8 published scans, visibility ranged from 1.8% to 2.7%. The latest scan was 2.2% on 4 October 2026. Individual scan scores and the published-window score describe different samples.

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21 August 2026 – 4 October 2026 (scans 1–8)

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Prompts that surface this brand

The brand is named in at least one collected answer to each of these questions.

  • Best American shoe brands for going out
  • Best American shoe designers
  • Best Mother's Day shoe gifts America
  • Best black boots America
  • Best block heels America
  • Best bridal shoes America

Examples from the published question set. A mention on one platform does not mean every platform names the brand.

Other brands in these answers

Prompts that surface other brands

Different shopping needs can bring other brands into view. An absence here does not necessarily signal a problem.

  • Best award winning American footwear brands (Thorogood, Red Wing Shoes, Alden)
  • Best boots for tradesmen America (Thorogood, Red Wing Shoes, Timberland)
  • Best female founded shoe brands America (Birdies, Saysh, Rothy's)
  • Best American shoe brands for going out (Alden, Thursday Boot Co., Cole Haan)
  • Best alternative to Red Wing (Red Wing Shoes, Thorogood, Thursday Boot Co.)
  • Best leather boots Made in USA (Red Wing Shoes, Thorogood, Wolverine)

Competitor names are shown where they appear in the collected examples.

Recorded AI questions and answers

Recorded examples from the scan. Each card pairs a shopper’s prompt with an excerpt from the AI response.

Google AI Overviews

The question asked

Best work heels America

From the recorded answer

Best Classic Stiletto: [[Sam Edelman Hazel Pointed Toe Pump]( …
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Recorded answer text · Google AI Overviews · 4 October 2026

The [Sarah Flint Perfect Pump 85]( is widely rated by experts as one of the best overall high heels for professional wear, featuring anatomical arch support, extra footbed padding, and a slightly wider toe box.

### Top-Rated Work Heels

- Best for All-Day Comfort: [Naturalizer Maddox Pump]( features REZORB cushioning and Contour+ Comfort technology with a stable block heel. - Best Knit Option: [VIVAIA Anna Pointed Toe Mid Heels]( offer a flexible recycled-knit upper with built-in arch support and pressure-relief cushioning. - Best Orthopedic Support: [Vionic Scarlett Dress Pump]( includes VIO MOTION technology, contoured arch support, and the APMA Seal of Acceptance. - Best Classic Stiletto: [Sam Edelman Hazel Pointed Toe Pump]( delivers a sharp, streamlined silhouette with a balanced stiletto shape for traditional office tailoring.

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- Your average daily step count or standing time at work - Your preferred heel height (kitten, mid-heel, or high stiletto) - Any specific fit needs (such as wide widths or arch support)

ChatGPT

The question asked

Best occasion shoes America

From the recorded answer

### [Sam Edelman Hazel Pump]() …
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Recorded answer text · ChatGPT · 4 October 2026

Absolutely - I searched current U.S. options for occasion shoes. For weddings, parties, formal dinners, and special events, these are some of the strongest picks.

### 👠 Women's occasion shoes

### Naturalizer Bridget 4 Dress Sandal $115.00

### Nina Anna Embellished Sandal $99.00

### [Sam Edelman Hazel Pump]() $150.00

### [Badgley Mischka Yana D'Orsay Pumps]() $245.00

### [Naturalizer Vera]() $119.99

### Steve Madden Bri Slingback $109.95

- Best for comfort: Naturalizer Bridget/Vera - good choices if you'll be standing or dancing for hours. - Best glamorous option: Nina Anna - sparkly and elegant for weddings or evening events. - Best classic: Sam Edelman Hazel - pointed-toe pump that works with dresses or tailored outfits. - Best statement shoe: Badgley Mischka Yana - particularly suited to formal occasions. - Best trendy: Steve Madden Bri - pointed slingback with a bow detail.

The Knot's 2026 testing also highlights block heels and cushioned shoes as especially practical for long wedding days. www.theknot.com

### 👞 Men's occasion shoes

### Allen Edmonds Park Avenue $349.00

### Florsheim Midtown Cap Toe Oxford $109.99

### [Cole Haan Hawthorne Plain Oxford]() $135.00

### Stacy Adams Dickinson Oxford $130.00

### [Quince Calfskin Leather Derby]() $140.00

### [The Black Tux Patent Leather Shoes]() $95.00

- Best investment: Allen Edmonds Park Avenue - excellent for weddings, business, and formal events. - Best value: Florsheim Midtown - classic Oxford with comfort-focused construction. - Best modern versatile choice: Cole Haan Hawthorne. - Best tuxedo: The Black Tux patent leather. - Best under ~$100: Stacy Adams Dickinson.

GQ's 2026 guide similarly emphasizes quality leather and versatile dress shoes that can handle both formal occasions and everyday wear. www.gq.com

If you tell me whether you want men's or women's shoes, your budget (e.g. under $50 / $100 / $200), and the occasion (wedding, party, prom, church, gala), I can narrow it down to the 5 best pairs available in America right now**.

Perplexity

The question asked

Best fashion shoes America

From the recorded answer

Best affordable American-style brand: Sam Edelman - offers polished, fashionable shoes at relatively accessible prices.
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Recorded answer text · Perplexity · 4 October 2026

If you mean the best fashionable shoes available in the U.S., these are strong choices by style and use:

- Best overall fashion sneaker: Adidas Samba OG - slim, versatile, and easy to wear with jeans, trousers, or skirts. - Best premium designer sneaker: Miu Miu Tyre - a statement style frequently highlighted by fashion editors. - Best American-made sneaker: New Balance Made in USA - combines classic styling, comfort, and domestic craftsmanship. - Best heritage dress shoe: Allen Edmonds - a strong choice for resoleable leather dress shoes and traditional American style. - Best affordable American-style brand: Sam Edelman - offers polished, fashionable shoes at relatively accessible prices. - Best comfort-fashion option: APL TechLoom Zipline - a sleek performance sneaker suited to travel and everyday wear. - Best sustainable, understated option: Zou Xou - known for classic shapes, quality materials, and slow-fashion production.

Best single pick: Adidas Samba OG for everyday fashion; New Balance Made in USA if comfort and American craftsmanship matter most.

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Sam Edelman

Footwear

21 August 2026 – 4 October 2026 (scans 1–8)

2.3

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AI visibility

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Visibility is the share of collected answers that name the brand. Brands in the same industry and market are measured against the same question set.

Published window

81

Answers naming the brand

3598

Answers collected

2.3

AI visibility

Answers naming the brand ÷ all collected answers × 100

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Ask consistently

The same industry questions across ChatGPT, Perplexity and Google AI Overviews.

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Record each response

Track brand mentions and positions across the published scans.

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Compare the same scope

Use the same market, category and measurement window for every comparison.

Read the methodology

This is a sample of AI responses. Answers vary by platform and date; visibility does not measure sales or product quality.

Overall visibility combines answers within the published dates. Some market series accumulate scans from launch; others use four-scan cycles. A new cycle changes the scoring window, while individual scan history is retained. Compare the dates and sample sizes before comparing periods.

In the Found by Flux AI Visibility Index, Sam Edelman ranks #14 among 44 tracked brands for Footwear · United States (21 August 2026 – 4 October 2026). Its visibility is 2.3%. It was named in 81 of 3,598 AI answers across 21 of 150 tracked questions, averaging position 1.8 when mentioned.

Source: Found by Flux · ChatGPT, Perplexity and Google AI Overviews. Visibility measures mentions in this sample, not sales or recommendation quality.

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What is this brand’s AI Visibility Score?

Found by Flux records 2.3% AI visibility for Sam Edelman in Footwear · United States, measured over 21 August 2026 – 4 October 2026. It ranks #14 among 44 tracked brands.

How often does AI mention this brand?

Sam Edelman was named in 81 of 3,598 collected AI answers, across 21 of 150 tracked questions, for Footwear · United States (21 August 2026 – 4 October 2026). A mention can include a comparison or qualification; it is not necessarily a recommendation.

How is the AI Visibility Score calculated?

Found divides the number of collected answers naming Sam Edelman by all 3,598 answers in the published Footwear · United States sample, then multiplies by 100. The same question set is used across ChatGPT, Perplexity and Google AI Overviews. See the Found methodology for the scope and limitations.

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