Autry's roots trace back to the mid-1980s, when brothers Mike and Tom Autry opened their first shoe store in the bustling St. Mark's Place in New York City. Initially focused on tennis shoes, their talent for design and quality quickly brought them success and recognition. Autry soon expanded to new locations and broadened its offerings to include other sports such as basketball, soccer, and baseball. Tennis Magazine named the "Medalist" its best shoe in 1985, and Runner's World awarded the "Jetstreamers" model a full five stars. Autry returned in 2019 and immediately sparked a sensation.