Loake Shoemakers

The tradition of British shoemakers is a well-documented one with several big names continuing

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The tradition of British shoemakers is a well-documented one with several big names continuing to ply their trade well in excess of the century mark. Loake is among the British shoemaking elite who have remained true to their craft of creating high-quality and handmade welted footwear. While this video doesn’t outline the whole process that may involve 130 craftsmen and 200 different operations, a look into the brand’s traditions and beliefs through its multi-generational family of workers tells a captivating story.

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