Sole Options

Goodyear Welted footwear is traditionally constructed with a leather sole. In recent years however, other materials have begun to grow…
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How to care for suede

Most people have a reasonable understanding of how important it is to look after leather shoes and it’s relatively easy…
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A discussion about “Made in England”

In response to growing consumer interest in the provenance of the products they buy, Andrew Loake gives a frank and honest account of Loake’s position on the “country of origin” question.

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Shoe Lasts & Styles: Part 1

A shoe last is the foot-shaped former over which the finished upper of the shoe is shaped during the manufacturing…
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Goodyear Welting Explained

Perhaps surprisingly, the Goodyear Welt has nothing to do with car tyres – it’s a particular type of shoe construction,…
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