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made to design

A pattern crafted by you, for only you.

 

hand: lasted
hand: welted
hand: stitched

Learn about the traditional method of shoemaking.

Handmade Norwegian welt, hand patina derby shoe
Green Leather

Made to design. From USD 1,327

For those wanting a specific design brought to life.

Base fit on the house last, constructed with Italian box calf leather.

Pattern design comes from you. Possibilities are limited only by your creativity.

100 hours of crafting is just the beginning.

Only you will know.

Involve yourself in the tradition

Green Texture
Seamless heel handmade brogue oxford shoe

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Crocodile Skin Pattern

Made to design

Only you will know

New design
USD 1,327

For those that fit our house last. Your pattern is drafted onto it. Your commission is built.

Made with Italian box calf leather upper.

+ made to measure
+ USD 85

For enhanced fit to the foot.

The house last will be modified before drafting your pattern.

+ trial shoe and fitting
+ USD 190

A pair of trial shoes will be constructed for test fitting prior to final commission build.

For those wanting comfort on design and fit. 

+ branded leather selection
+ USD 160

For those who have interest in a unique leathers.

In the design process, a discussion on leather will outline the various tanneries available.

Handmade Wholecut oxford shoe

Every shoemaker has their own design philosophy

Build your commission on shared values

Green Leather

Week 1-2

Initial consultation

A comprehensive discussion around the vision of your MTO or MTD commission begins. Sharing of pattern, leather ideas and measurements will be taken. This is the start of the relationship between you and your shoemaker.

Pattern drafting and feedback

Your pattern is created, with a temporary mockup pulled over the shoe last. Feedback is taken to ensure alignment on your vision. Iterate, until maker and client are aligned.

Week 3-4

Trial shoe fitting (where applicable)

An exercise with focus on fit, comfort and pattern conformity to your foot. Before the build process begins, adjustments made as necessary to the pattern or shoe last.

Week 5-10

Commission construction

The build of your commission takes place. Regular updates will be sent for you at each milestone of construction. Continue experiencing the creation of your vision.

The 100 hours of crafting your commission begins here.

Week 11-12

First polish and handover

The first polish to your desired level of shine.

Then the traditional first creasing of your commission, on your foot, takes place. Your vision is complete.

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Unique leathers for a unique commission

For those wishing to add that extra touch of uniqueness to their build, a wide variety of branded leather is available.

Chrome tanned, vegetable tanned, combination tanned leather. Each tannery has its specialty.

Sourced from some of the world's best known names, your footwear will age beautifully with time.

Conceria 800
Badalassi Carlo
Conceria la Bertagna
Horween Leather
Conceria Walpier
Maryam Tannery
La Perla Azurra
Conceria Puccini
Tempesti Conceria Pellami
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Your feet are unique

With a made to measure option, understand how the shoe last can work for you 

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