Answer:
I will definitely start a footwear company as it is mass consumption product. I will rent space earlier. This does not require very high specialised machines.
It also needs semi skilled labors along with a specialised designer. In medium capital it can be started. Markets are easy to identify and marketing can be done easily. Slowly a brand building strategy can be followed.
If possible I will rent equipments initially. Buing can be done once business is set.