Craft

Tools of the trade

In developing and hand making the ‘renew’ footwear collection, I was able to draw on more than a decade of experience gained from working within the craft based practice of one of the longest established (1857) bespoke footwear companies in London. Essentially transferring knowledge of traditional techniques into a fashion range.

Detail: Rear heel reinforcement prolongs the life cycle of the shoe

Handmade shoes, often one-off commissions, require extensive handcraft skills alongside the practice of measuring feet and a broad working knowledge of materials. Within this field, footwear is made for individual fit, with close attention to detail and intended to last for many years.

Heels planed from blonde beech wood, are all hand stained and sealed with water based varnish. The leather top piece features a repairable veg tanned leather top piece to prolong the life cycle of the shoe.